Location: St. Petersburg, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (A Deep Water Development 1 Mile South of Downtown St Pete) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: House
Located on a quiet cul-du-sac just a few minutes from downtown St Petersburg, and an even shorter drive to the Dali Museum, Tropicana (Tampa Bay Rays) Stadium, Bayfront and All Childrens Hospitals, and other area landmarks, Tropical Shores is a quaint deep water boating community that many feel has still yet to be discovered.
Our home is on 90 feet of boatable deep water with both a large slip that can accommodate up to a 50 ft yacht and a new boat lift for 23 ft and smaller fishing boats. Our 48 foot dock has a large 12 x 20 head with benches and rails for viewing sunsets (all year around) and dolphins and manatee who often visit our area. Our large back porch (15 ft X 35 ft) includes a pottery barn lounge set and teak dining table for 8, as well as a fire pit w/lounge chairs and a large hammock.....all under cover in case a summer rain passes through.
We are minimalists at heart and redesigned our house with a very open and expansive mindset. Walk into our panoramic great room greeting you from the moment you enter the home. A gourmet kitchen and integrated living and dining area makes for a wonderful entertainment space. Expansive water views through floor to ceiling sliders make this an unforgetable experience from dawn to sunset.
With all of the things to do around St Pete, we find that we don't leave often when visiting our home.
*********SPECIAL DISCOUNTED RATES for ALL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, BAYFRONT HOSPITAL and OTHER CORPORATE RELOCATIONS AND SHORT/LONGTERM TRANSFERS************
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Starting at $200+/night ... Starting at $1,200+/week ... Starting at $4,000+/month
NIGHTLY and WEEKLY rates include utilities.
MONTHLY rates - add utilities.
ALL rates - add Sales Tax & Cleaning Fee
*********SPECIAL DISCOUNTED RATES for ALL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL,
BAYFRONT HOSPITAL and OTHER CORPORATE RELOCATIONS AND
SHORT/LONGTERM TRANSFERS************
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose St. Petersburg
We purchased our house for many reasons. Our area, Tropical Shores, is one of the better kept secrets in St Pete. We are minutes from downtown, the Salvador Dali museum, and the restaurant/theatre district, and a twenty minute drive to the beaches and Tampa. We also get full patio/dock sunsets year around. We love deep water (there are many houses in ST Pete where you can dock a boat, but VERY FEW where you can dock boats 30 feet and larger). Our area has deep water and we can accomodate a vessal up to 50ft in length. We always found the neighbors to be warm, the area great for exercising, and always pleasant to come home to.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our area is typically very quiet and relaxing. There is not a lot of external noise except for the ocassional boat or plane passing by. Most months of the year we experience an exceptional breeze in our neighborhood. Although Florida has a reputation of being hot and humid in the summer, we find that the breeze is frequent and consistent enough to keep our patio and dock cool......not just when we are relaxing at home, but also when taking lengthy evening walks, long bike rides on the miles of nearby trails and morning/evening jogs throughout our neighborhood with awesome views of Tampa Bay. We enjoy being very close to downtown St Pete, Tropicana Stadium to watch the Tampa Bay Rays, the Beaches, Clearwater,and Tampa.....and when we are in the mood for a longer drive, we visit Tarpon Springs which has a wonderful waterfront Greek community that sells merchandise identical to what we brought home from Athens after our honeymoon cruise years ago (if we knew that before departing we could have saved 20 lbs of luggage!).
Reported as having the best collection of Dali paintings outside of Spain!
On a windy day this park is filled with wind and kite surfers due to the strong winds that accumulate based on the shape of the inlet!
Owner's Map of St. Petersburg
Our rental house wasn't initially meant to be a vacation rental property, but our family's house to reside full time. When our beautiful son Lucas was diagnosed with autism, we were faced with a decision that required us to move to a location in South Florida that has premier treatment facilities. The costs to treat autism are astronomical and we felt compelled to share our St Petersburg home with vacationers who can truly appreciate the beauty the area has to offer, and assist us financially to help Lucas through this difficult time. As time goes by and Lucas' schooling allows us to move back to our house, it will be solely for us to enjoy again, but the memories of the many families who stayed here and enjoyed our little taste of paradise will always be present.
Property Photos
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- Welcome to our home! - St. Petersburg Water Front Vacation Home
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- View of our new stainless steel kitchen with island .......... - St. Petersburg Water Front Vacation Home
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- View from the kitchen overlooking the living room and sun room...... - St. Petersburg Water Front Vacation Home
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- View of dining room overlooking the patio...............
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- View of the master bedroom.......(the flat screen TV is across from the bed!)
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- View of the queen size bed in the second bedroom.............
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- View of the third bedroom/office with futon over looking the jacuzzi and bay....
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- Southern view of the patio with our pottery barn lounges and teak dining set....
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- Nothern view of the patio with additional lounge set and mini fire pit..........
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- View of our sunken jacuzzi (reaches 104 degrees!)....................
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- View of our breakfast nook with wrought iron set overlooking the bay.......
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- View of our hammock overlooking the bay (nice place for a cocktail!)......
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- Dock view with large sitting area, multi light settings, and wet sink.......
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- Southern Dock view with patio and two swim ladders! (our bay is our pool!)
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- View of our dock at sunset (which we have year around!)......
Traveler Reviews (9)
Magnificent home with beautiful peaceful surroundings. 5 star rental that feels like home!
Guest: Our Royal Wedding
(Winter Haven,Florida)
Date of Stay: 04/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/07/11
We were looking for the "perfect" house to stay in for the week leading up to our daughter's own " Royal Wedding" on April 29. And we found it in this home! As a family we love to all hang out in the kitchen participate in cooking together, sharing stories and this is a great kitchen for that while enjoying a great view! We enjoyed many great "happy hours" and meals on the back patio enjoying the sunsets and just taking in the ocean! This is not a house, but a "home"... Filled with love.. Our thanks goes to Lucas (Paul & Maries son) for guiding us towards this house..it was meant to be!! We loved the house and our stay so much I even had my husband ask Paul if he would sell it! We are still waiting for the answer, but we know now why he loves his house so much!! Thank you Paul, Marie and Lucas for sharing... We had a wonderful week, a wonderful wedding..filled with a lifetime of warm memories... We will return for sure...if given the opportunity. We could not ask for more....just pack your bags and move in!!!!!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Family vacation
Guest: Family from Columbus, Ohio
(Columbus, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11
Review Submitted: 06/04/11
Paul was so helpful and easy to work with and the home is even better than advertised. We were a group of five adults and two small children. Everyone had their own space -- clean and beautifully decorated. Don't miss out on the Dali museum if you stay here.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Beautiful Home, great rental.
Guest: Business Trip
(Albany, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/19/10
Review Submitted: 11/02/10
Went to St. Petes for business and found this home to be beautiful, very clean, actually better than description given. The outside deck on the water at night is very peaceful. Every room has plenty of space and is classy yet comfortable. The location of the home I found to be close to everything and very convenient. Most of all the Rental process is very easy. The owner Paul is great to work with. I will be back again.
Recommended for:People with disabilities, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Two stays, April and July of 2010. Awesome Home, Great Neighborhood
Guest: Stacy, Melissa and Brian
(Pompton Plains, NJ)
Date of Stay: 04/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/02/10
We stayed here in April of 2010 after our daughter had surgery in St. Pete. It was a great place to recouperate. Quiet, nice neighborhood. The house is beautiful, comfortable and quiet. Great view from the dock and it was a great place to hang out. We went back for a full week in July for a doctor's follow up visit and really had some fun at the house and doing fun things in the area. Our daughter brought a few friends and they loved it also. In July, the dolphins paid us a few visits and that made the whole trip for the girls. The owner was very accomodating and nice. We can't wait to go back. Very highly recommend staying here!!!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Danielle34
(Weston, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/25/09
Review Submitted: 10/25/09
My friends and I had a wonderful long weekend in this perfect home! I have rented homes in the past that have not lived up to their description or photos, but that was certainly not the case here. The house was every bit as lovely as it looked in the photos. I loved the airy plan and the large open kitchen that made even mundane meal preparation fun. At night, the outdoor deck and dock were beautiful, breezy and relaxing. The owners were so nice and accommodating, and it is clear that they truly care about their home and the guests who come to stay there. I am looking forward to renting this home again next year!
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Guest: Kimbro
(Eustis, Florida)
Date of Stay: 09/25/09
Review Submitted: 09/25/09
This house was just so pretty inside....super comfortable and loved the way the house is opened to where you can see the water and the beautiful porch...we were there during the "US OPEN" so that was really cool to watch the tournament and at the same time..fishing and seeing the dolphin!! The neighborhood is safe and quiet. My son and I were in the water swimming and to our surprise...a beautiful dolphin swam right by us...that was so neat!! we'd spent everyday on the dock fishing, sipping wine and relaxed in the water with the our little guy. Thank you Paul and Maria for having us in your beautiful home....by the way, our little man loves your hammock too and he can't wait to come back in the cold season and roast marshmellows:)
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Guest: Carrie23
(Marco Island, Fl.)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09
Review Submitted: 07/17/09
What a great rental home!!! Everything we needed was right there. Our entire family found it very comfortable and inviting. The neighborhood was quite and the view was spectacular. A great home for a large family.. We will be back. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
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Guest: Lee19
(Oak Park, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09
Review Submitted: 07/17/09
What a beautiful house! There were plenty of room for 8 of us, very spacious and homey. The house was super clean, beautifully decorated and the area is great for relaxation. In our short stay, we really settled in and felt so comfortable. Loved everything!! Thank you Paul for sharing home with us.
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Guest: Cheryl39
(Jupiter, Fl)
Date of Stay: 06/02/09
Review Submitted: 06/02/09
The house was immaculate! Very well appointed and comfortable. The sunset views from the back patio and dock were incredible. The beds and pillows were ultra comfortable. The neighborhood is quite, and we always felt safe and secure. I would recommend this house to everyone looking for a relaxing home away from home! Thanks again Paul & family! We will be back!
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