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Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach!

TOTALLY RENOVATED LUXURY UNIT DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH, INDIAN SHORES
LOCATION: Sandcastle I, Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, Upper Gulf Coast, Florida, USA

BONUS -- FREE WIRELESS INTERNET (EVEN POOLSIDE!) FREE LONG DISTANCE (USA/CANADA), FREE NETFLIX, DIGITAL CABLE WITH OVER 200 CHANNELS, 4 FLAT SCREEN TV's (3 are SMART TV's WITH FREE NETFLIX!!), FULL EN-SUITE LAUNDRY, PACK 'N PLAY IN OUR UNIT!!

If you need TWO units, we now have a 2nd unit in the building, top floor corner unit - vrbo #1468333

Enjoy an amazing view to the beach and ocean from almost anywhere in the condo; the preferred 4th floor location is high enough for a fantastic view over the beach (not to mention the amazing sunsets), and low enough to enjoy the sound of the surf from your living room and master bedroom, which both have direct access through huge glass doors to the extra-large (22 foot) balcony (see picture showing view from balcony).

Over $80,000 spent on a TOTAL RENOVATION & UPGRADE to this 1100 sq ft (2 bedroom + den/3rd bedroom) unit! NOTHING has been left untouched - see details below, this condo is basically BRAND NEW. There are a few pictures here, check the link below to our website for lots more pictures.

UPGRADES INCLUDE:
new open kitchen with granite counters & breakfast bar, open to the living area
all new stainless appliances (including fridge with icemaker, smooth top stove, dishwasher, microwave & new washer/dryer in unit
new bathrooms with granite vanities, new tiles, new fixtures
new 19” ceramic tile throughout (yes, that means no carpets!)
new interior doors and sliding patio doors, new wide baseboard & trim
new designer paint & lighting
new beds & bedding, new furnishings
new air conditioning and heating units
FREE wireless high-speed internet in the condo and also poolside/by the beach
new flat screen TV's with digital cable & premium high-def
channels in living room, master, 2nd bdrm - all with free NETFLIX.
FREE phone & long distance anytime/anywhere to USA & Canada
kitchen gadgets (cappuccino maker, waffle maker, blender for the frozen margaritas, etc) to go along with the standard kitchen fare
fully equipped with beach toys, chairs, etc
new ceiling fans in every room

MORE ABOUT THE UNIT…

In the gulf-front master overlooking the beach, there is a king-size bed, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with a pedestal sink in the shower/toilet area and another granite vanity with sink in a separate area (two people can get ready at once - this is the only unit in the building set up like this).
In the second bedroom (similar in size to the master at 15x12), which overlooks the intercoastal waterway, you will find queen and double beds, with access to the second bathroom with a large shower/soaker tub, pedestal sink & toilet. The den/third bedroom (overlooking the intercoastal waterway) has a day bed with trundle (two single beds). There is also a Graco Pack 'N Play that can be used for the smallest family members as a crib, no need to rent or drag one through the airport!!

ABOUT THE BUILDING…

Sandcastle I has some of the most beautiful grounds along the beach, and the management takes great pride in the condition of the common areas. There was a major renovation completed in the past couple of years to the outside & common areas of the building, it shows as new and has a beautiful BEACHFRONT HEATED POOL and LARGE SPA/HOT TUB next to the pool, overlooking the beach. Other amenities include a sauna, lending library, ping pong/recreation area, poolside washrooms & change rooms. For you BBQ lovers, there are two gas BBQ’s on the grounds as well as a charcoal grill - complete with tables to relax & enjoy a beverage while doing your grilling.

ABOUT THE AREA…

Indian Shores is located on a barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico, between Clearwater and St. Petersburg, and is easily accessible via several major airports, including Tampa (TPA), St. Petersburg (PIE), and Sarasota Bradenton (SRQ). You can also fly into Orlando (MCO) if your plans include Disney, which is less than two hours away (along with Sea World, Universal Studios, Gatorland, and all the other Orlando attractions). In the immediate Tampa Bay area, there are unlimited attractions such as Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, the Florida Aquarium, John’s Pass, the Lowry Park Zoo, just to name a few. Into sports? It’s all here: NFL Football (Buccaneers), Major League Baseball (Devil Rays, as well as well as spring training for many MLB teams including the Yankees, Blue Jays, Phillies & others nearby), NHL hockey (Lightning) and countless golf courses. If boating is your thing, there are rentals available directly across the street on the intercoastal waterway & boat slips are available within walking distance. Shopping? You won’t be disappointed; shopping from high end to factory outlets all within a short drive!

The Suncoast Beach Trolley (stops outside the building) is a convenient way to get around on the beach if you don’t want to drive. If you do drive, there is a covered parking spot assigned to our unit and limited guest parking is also available.

This is a non-smoking unit. Sorry, pets are not allowed in the condo or on the grounds. Sandcastle 1 is a family/adult building. If this does not suit your needs we would respectfully ask that you look elsewhere. Primary renter must be min. 25 years old and must occupy unit - strictly enforced.



Keywords: Beach Condo, Oceanfront Condo, Direct Beachfront, Sandcastle, Vacation Rental, Condo Rental, renovated, gulf front

Property manager

Ian or Michelle

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,060 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Wow spectacular unit!! Directly on the beach!!
Wow Spectacular Renovated Unit!! Directly on the Beach!!
Wow Espectacular Unidad Reformada !! Directamente en la Playa !!

About the neighborhood

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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Sand Key Park - 19 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 24 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Guilty Sea Sports Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Town Square Nature Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Wow!! Spectacular renovated unit!! Directly on the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Nice, comfortable condo. Owner very helpful, informative, and responsive. Beach was super as well as the restaurants. The trolley was an added bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!

Excellent place to stay. Close to restaurants and only a split second from the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Thanksgiving Vaca

Beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s all about the beach

Unit is welll equipped Had a relaxing time Hot tube by pool excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Chris y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely condo and great location

The condo was perfect for our family. It was clean and just a short walk to beach. The location is great with proximity to so many things you can walk to or short drive. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

It was a wonderful stay and the condo was perfect! We had a fabulous time
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location. Plenty to do within walking or biking distance. Loved staying right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

debbie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach vaca

Perfect place for a friends beach vaca. Only drawback was not much within walking distance but we had a car so no problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene D., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We enjoyed our 2 weeks at Indian Shores because this condo is very nice. Located directly on the beach is a plus! Ian is a superb landlord.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Trent C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wet nice place

This condo had a great view of the ocean! Check in was easy and it was nice to not need a key to get in and out. Air conditioner did not work well so we were not really able to use front bedroom because it was so hot and had to hang a blanket in front of window in other front bedroom to help keep sun out. Overall pleased with our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ben B., Henderson, KU

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo

Great location. Building next door is being renovated, so noisy from 9-5. Nice pool and hot tub area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent B., Bloomfield Hills, MI - USA

Great condo on an excellent beach

Awesome condo in a great location. The ocean front views are excellent. Condo is in a great building and everything is well maintained. Owners are very helpful and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what the doctor ordered

Great value especially if you had 4 or 6 people.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet c.

Wonderful!

This condo was amazing. It was clean and well set up, had everything we needed to enjoy our beach vacation. It even had spices in the cupboard and detergent for laundry. Owners were very easy to deal with and very responsive. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip; M., Westfield MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice condo

Condo was very nice, well appointed. Under building parking out of tyhr sun was a nice perk. Property is well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spiro P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation with a View

Fabulous vacation. The condo was clean and pretty. The best part was the absolutely gorgeous view. The Family room and master bedroom have ceiling to floor windows with an amazing view. Aside from the fact it was super hot this was far by one of our best family vacations. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Condo, Great Location

Can't beat the views sitting on this condo balcony. Looking at the ocean and palm trees is the best views for me. We enjoyed the pool and the hot tub felt amazing after two days on the road. We loved walking across the street for dinner at Caddy's and walked several times to the Indian Shores Trading Company for t-shirts. Amazing treasures are found walking the beach. Our first day there sponges were coming in on the beach. So very cool and interesting!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Condo at the Beach

Great location on the beach as well as close to restaurants, attractions, etc. Property has a large pool and the beach is big in front of the property. Condo was been well taken care of up and updated, you can tell Owner takes pride in it. It was nice to have beach towels, chairs, toys, etc for our use. I would certainly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Great place!

Condo was great! Spacious- had everything we needed and more! Shocked we didn’t have to have extra dish detergent, toilet paper, garbage bags, etc. having beach chairs, toys, etc to use was great- had brought my own though- not used to owners sharing and letting you use their things! Hope it’s available for dates we’ll need next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Con T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachtown Getaway

This condo is located in Indian Shores which has maintained its residential beachtown feel despite the commercialization of St. Pete Beach to the south and Clearwater Beach to the north. Condo was great, with all the amenities you could want. Wish the weather was a bit warmer, but at least the pool was heated! View from the balcony is spectacular. Owners were amazingly responsive to all questions. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

R C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!

Don't hesitate...just book it! The condo was clean which was my main concern. The beach view was wonderful! It was also in great proximity from Clearwater, Tampa, and St. Pete. We didn't want the craziness and expense of Clearwater, so Indian Rocks was perfect. Ian and Michelle were wonderful to work with! Reserving and checking into the condo was easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Indian Shores

Great location, beautiful beach, pool and hot tub. Building is dated and unit was good size but could use some sprucing up. The dish ware, glass ware and kitchen essentials need to be upgraded. Washer didn’t work upon arrival but Ian was quick to get it repaired.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terry D., Lee's Summit, Missouri

Wonderful vacation

We've been to the Indian Shores/Indian Rocks area many times, and your condo was the nicest one we've ever rented. We took advantage of all the beach chairs and toys as well as the games in the condo. Everything was clean and top notch. We appreciated the phone call to check on us and make sure everything was fine. Having wireless internet was great as we had several people who needed to be online. We hope to return again next year, if not before!

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Loved the area been there for 40+ years. The room we reserved had been given to another person but the owner had another room of equal size. He gave a a 50$ gift card so all was ok. The room was great location was great. I had to clean it which wasn’t so good. I love this area but wish it was cleaner. People in the area are so nice and can’t say enough about location. Wish I could live there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A month in Paradise

My wife and I recently rented the Condo from Ian and his family from the end of September 2013 until the end of October 2013. You would not find a nicer place to rent. The Condo was very spacious with an extraordinary view of the beach, and breath taking sunset every night. The pool and Jacuzzi were enjoyed every day, along with walks along the beach. The area has many great restaurants and shopping malls close by. We have booked again for next year and will be increasing our stay. With the new friends that we made we are planning a big potluck dinner upon our return. Thanks again Ian and family for having such a beautiful place