Location: Beach Cottages II, Indian Shores, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (Many Near by Attractions and Close to Airports) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Always a 5-star review from past renters; Top floor (5th) Condo with three balconies, two bedrooms and two full baths
Recently renovated (over $5,000,000 complex renovation and over $50,000 on unit interior); Beachfront 1,380 SF two-bedroom, two-bath condominium with fireplace and three balconies on the top (fifth) floor. Directly on the beach, enjoy spectacular sunrise/sunsets and breezy nights on about 14 miles of continuous sandy beaches right on the Gulf of Mexico. The beach is great for walking, shelling, jogging, hiking, biking, fishing, and sunsets. Fantastic views from the balconies include the Ocean, the Beach, the Pool and the Inter-coastal Waterway. Watch wild birds, dolphins, and boats from your private balconies. The north balcony off the kitchen has enough room to have dinner for four.
Site amenities: Heated pool and Jacuzzi, beach volleyball, gas grills, beach chairs, tables & umbrellas on premises for guests to enjoy. Assigned covered parking in building with plenty of visitor's parking. Luggage carts, Elevator and of course the stairs.
Living & Dining Area: All new furniture, including leather sleeper sofa, love seat and rocker-recliner. Plasma TV with VCR and DVD player and a stereo system. Computer desk with computer and wireless high-speed Internet access. The dining table has seating for six w/ ceiling fan.
Kitchen: Totally renovated and fully equipped including all new cabinets, granite countertop and all new appliances including, Stove/oven, Microwave, Dishwasher Refrigerator with water and ice in the door. There is a door that leads on to a balcony with a table and chairs for comfortable seating for four.
Master Suite: All new furniture, king size bed with Temperpedic mattress, Plasma TV, ceiling fan, plenty of closet space and private bath with walk-in shower and a balcony looking to the east with views of the Intercostals Waterway.
Guest Room: All new furniture, queen size bed, ceiling fan and plenty of closet space.
Other Unit features: Washer and Dryer, Pack-N-Play, stroller, new A/C & heat pump, hair dryer, smoke detector in bedrooms. We also have one men's bicycle and one lady's bicycle (Both new) for our guests use.
Family entertainment includes games such as Sorry, Apples to Apples, I Spy, Sequences, Cards, Dominos, Banagrams, Uno & Yahtzee.
Near-by Attractions:
o Beach Trolley available runs from Clearwater to John's Pass all day and night.
o Sun coast Seabird Sanctuary Right next door.
o Public tennis court - 1/4 mile
o Redington Pier (line fishing) – 1 mile
o Grocery Store (Win Dixie on Park Blvd) – 2 miles
o Pharmacy (CVS) – 3.4 miles
o John’s Pass (charter fishing, water sports, day cruises, restaurants & shopping) – 5 miles
o Clearwater Beach (restaurants & shopping) – 11 miles
o St. Petersburg/Clearwater Int’l Airport (Super shuttle available) – 15 miles
o St. Petersburg “The Pier” Aquarium – 16 miles
o Fort DeSoto County Park (great shelling & historical site) – 19 miles
o Tampa Int’l Airport (Super shuttle available) – 28 miles
o Lowery Park Zoo (Tampa) – 33 miles
o Busch Gardens & Adventure Island Water Park (Tampa) – 36 miles
o Myakka State Park (see alligators in the wild on an airboat) – 65 miles
o Disney World, Universal Studios and all of the Orlando experience – 96 miles (approx. less than 2 hours)
Restrictions: No Smoking, No Pets, 7-day minimum.
Quiet hours 11:00 PM -8:00 AM. (This is not a party building.)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : We also provide beach towels!
- Elevator : Renovated this past year
- Washer : Some laundry supplies are supplied.
- Dryer
- Covered Parking : One reserved parking place under the building. Helps keep your car cool.
- Off Street Parking : There is additional un-covered parking for visitors
- Beds
- King Bed : Temperpedic mattress
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : Queen size sofa sleeper
- Crib : Pack-N-Play is included
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Located outside by the pool.
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Plasma TV in Living Room & Master Suite.
- DVD
- VCR
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : All new major and small appliances, pot/pans, dishes, silverware in 2008. Including toaster, blender/food processor, hand-held mixer, cookie sheet, muffin pan, seafood grille pan, cutting board, etc.
- Refrigerator : Ice & Water in the door.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : 3 gas BBQ Grills are available on the pool deck.
- Deck/Patio : Large deck surrounding the pool and jacuzzi with chairs and lounge chairs with a view of the ocean.
- Balcony (3) : #1 facing the pool & Ocean; #2 faces north off the kitchen w/ table and chairs, #3 faces the intercoastal waterway off the master bedroom.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : There is a volleyball net set up on the beach for our guests. We also provide a volleyball in our unit.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Free for USA calls only.
- Computer : New computer in 2008 with internet access and printer.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- We have a person that will do minor grocery shopping ahead of time for a small fee ($40). When you arrive at the condo you will have the items that you need to start your vacation.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec 19 - Jan 22, 2011 .. $1,500/week
Jan 23 - Mar 5, 2011 .. $1,800/week
Mar 6 - May 7, 2011 .. $2,100/week
May 8 - July 30, 2011 .. $1,500/week
July 30 - Sept 10, 2011 .. $1,300/week
Sept 10 - Dec 17, 2011 .. $1,100/week
Rates are in US Dollars & include all Taxes/Fees. $50 discount for check payment
VISA, Discover and Master Cards are now accepted
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Beach Cottages, Beach Front Affordable 5-Star Luxury
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Beach Cottages II
On this same property there used to be a motel called the "Gulf Lane", which my family started coming to in the mid 1960's. We've been to other areas in Florida, but when we decided to purchase a condo for ourselves, we wanted to be in an area that had plenty of things to do. Not only for us but for our children and grandchildren. We love the area and it proximity to major attractions. Orlando is less than 2 hours away.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
We like to think that we are a cut above the competition and worth the extra. We supply toilet paper, trash bags, paper towel, dish soap, laundry supplies, hair dryer, beach towels, toaster, full set of pots & pans, mixer, bicycles, etc. This is our second home and we have it decorated and stocked it for ourselves, not the bare minimum for tenants as many places do.
Clearwater Beach, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, many shops & restaurants.
"The Pier" with an aquarium, restaurants & Shops. St. Petersburg Museum of History. Salvador Dali Museum. Great Explorations – The Hands On Museum (children's museum). Sunken Gardens.
Shopping along the boardwalk and several restaurants. Boat & jetski rental, fishing trip, para-sailing, etc.
Great beaches, shelling & historical site (fort). Bike rentals too.
Fabulous zoo with plenty for children to do. Ride a Camel, feed a Giraffe, petting area, etc.
Owner's Map of Beach Cottages II
Owners Tom & Jan, enjoy coming to their unit at Beach Cottages several times a years. It a home away from home.
Property Photos
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- View of Beach and Pool (taken from our west balcony) - Indian Shores Vacation Condo
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- Exterior of Beach Cottages from the street side - Indian Shores Vacation Condo
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- Exterior view from beach-pool area - Indian Shores Vacation Condo
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- Living Room - all new furniture, plasma TV, computer
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- Living Room, Dining Area & Kitchen - all new furniture in '08
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- Kitchen with brand new cabinets & appliances, granite counter top all in '08
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- Kitchen with all new GE appliances.
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- View from the north balcony off the kitchen
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- Master Suite, King size Temperpedic matress and new furniture in '08
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- Guest Room - Queen size bed and all new furniture
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- Master Bath totally renovated in '08
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- Master bath walk-in shower
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- Floor Plan Unit #2506
Traveler Reviews (42)
Wonderful place to stay
Guest: Dodi
(Brookfield Wi)
Date of Stay: 01/01/12
Review Submitted: 02/01/12
We were here for the first nine days of January. the weather was not too good in the beginning so we had more time to enjoy the lovely condo. It was well equipted with all the things you need.The views were wonderful and we could not find any thing we did not like about the condo. Tom was very helpful.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children.
Amazing condo, amazing vacation
Guest: Bill
(Midland,Ontario,Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/22/11
Review Submitted: 11/05/11
Where do I start with this absolutely gorgeous condo. The pictures do not truly show how wonderful it is. There is nothing left out from the appliances, to the beach towels, to the computer and everything you need for a complete holiday. The views from the three balconies were great and there was always sun on at least one of them. We swam in the heated pool every day and walked the beach several times. You can't find a more beautiful beach and you can walk for miles. The complex itself was very well maintained and spotless. Supermarkets and a lot of restaurants are within very easy access from the condo. Tom was so easy to work with. He is so organized and we appreciated the welcome package with the list of restaurants, things to do, maps etc. This was an amazing vacation and we would recommend this condo to everyone. We look forward to next year and hopefully many more to come.
Recommended for:Age 55+.
Getaway
Guest: Billie
(Statesville, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/26/11
The online pictures of this condo do not do it justice! When you walk in you know right away you are at home. The condo is extremly nice and the owners have everyhting you will need to make your stay complete. You do not need to pack anything but your clothes, everything else is provided! Beach Cottage is the perfect property to visit. The pool area is huge and with secure access to and from the beach. When you visit be sure to take time to go to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. If you have small children they will enjoy seeing Winter, the dolphin of the movie Dolphin Tale. I would recommend this condo, Beach Cottage and the whole area to my family and friends.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Great condo
Guest: Liz
(Pickerington, Oh)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11
Review Submitted: 09/01/11
This was a wonderful condo. Very clean and nicely decorated. Everything was stocked (paper product, cleaning supplies, etc.) The only thing you had to buy was food. Everything else was supplied. Bedrooms were large. Masterbath was great.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children.
A Vacation To Remember
Guest: Jules
(North Andover, MA )
Date of Stay: 07/31/11
Review Submitted: 08/10/11
The condo was something out of a magazine. It has everything you can image and it is very tastefully decorated. The owner provides you with everything that you could possible need for a great vacation. The owner also provides you with a condo book that tells about restaurants, places of interest to visit and any other great happenings going on while you stay. It has a very beautiful view. The resort is very clean and it is located within walking distance to grocery stores, convenience stores and restaurants. I would definitely reccomend this condo to families, couples and single people. It made our vacation to Florida very enjoyable.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Beach CottagesII
Guest: Jen
(Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/26/11
Wow! Great family unit was well-stocked with games, movies and books. The balcony views were beautiful!! The unit was quiet even with lots of activity at the pool. This unit was great for my family with kids ages pre-teen to older teen. A must for nature lovers.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.
Kentucky travellers
Guest: ash
(Paint Lick, KY/US)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 06/29/11
The condo was awesome. Very luxurious amenities and very clean. The unit provides everything you need to have a great stay. We have stayed in many condos in different locations throughout Florida and I have to say that this was definitely the nicest one that we have ever stayed in. The condo was very quiet and relaxing but the location was close enough to drive to commercialized areas for entertainment. Would highly reccommend.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Sunsets and More
Guest: don
(Cookeville, Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 06/16/11
Little did we know that we were in for a very special treat when we spoke to Tom about renting his condo for a week in June.The drive from the airport was quite easy and the condo was easy to locate. Once inside we found everything as we had anticipated. Tom and his wife have thought of everything in making their home our temporary home. There was no last minute rush to the store to buy incidentals because they had everything well stocked. The furnishings were lovely and quite comfortable. We truly enjoyed the decks off the kitchen, bedroom and family room. A computer and printer were at our disposal so printing our plane tickets ahead of time was a real treat. We highly recommend Tom's condo if you want to enjoy beautiful sunsets, A+ accomodations and terrific restaurants.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.
A great place to stay, with all the comforts of home (and then some)
Guest: Kevin & Mary
(Boston)
Date of Stay: 05/07/11
Review Submitted: 05/19/11
This was a terrific place to spend our vacation week. The views were great. The location was easy to get to. The unit itself is undoubtedly the nicest one we've stayed in after several years of renting condos rather than hotel rooms. Loved the master shower and really enjoyed the chance to check out the Tempur-pedic mattress as we've considered getting one. The kitchen was nicer than I have at home and very well equipped. The beach was clean, uncrowded, and you could walk for miles.
Recommended for:
Everything you would want in a vacation...
Guest: Tony and Kirsten Claas
(Menomonee Falls, WI)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/14/11
Thanks for the opportunity to stay in your condo. We had perfect weather and were able to enjoy the pool and the beach every day. The condo includes all the comforts of home. We especially loved having 3 balconies and had lunch off the kitchen balcony most days and enjoyed reading and watching the water off the living room balcony in the morning and at night. The condo is in a great location close enough to the airport, Clearwater, and plenty of restaurant choices including the Candy Kitchen which was our children's favorite. We would absolutely love to come back again soon!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.
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