SF and JF

Guest: SF and JF (Neenah, WI USA)
Date of Stay: 01/16/12 Review Submitted: 01/31/12

Our two weeks in this condo were very nice. The view was good and being close to the beach was awesome. The condo was nicely furnished and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals on days that we wanted to enjoy the view rather than eat out. There are many restaurants that we enjoy when we come to IRB - Crabby Bills, PJs [love the lobster], and Guppies [fun to eat outside when weather is nice]. We tried The Rock this year and met some very nice people who winter in the area. The owners of this condo are very nice and helpful. We also met some of the other condo owners who live in the complex, and they are wonderful people. We have already decided to stay here again next year and are looking forward to another awesome visit.

Owner response:Eating in while looking at the view makes you think twice about having to get ready to go out to eat, but we have such good places to eat nearby and it is so nice to have someone do the cooking for you that it makes it tough to decide. It sure is nice to have the option. We also love to go to "The Rock" and sit outside and listen to live music... doesn't get much better than that! Thank you for your really nice review, we have already set aside the dates for your next visit! The Lyons

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Immaculate

Guest: Betty (Riverview Florida)
Date of Stay: 11/07/11 Review Submitted: 11/13/11

This was a very relaxing vacation for me. This condo is immaculate. Every little detail is your disposal, from the soap to mints by the bed. This is truly paradise. The view is amazing. This place truly feels like home. I plan on doing it all over again next year. Thank you do a great job with the place.

Owner response:Dear B.: We are so happy that you had the relaxing vacation that you needed so much. It is so nice of you to have noticed the great effort that we put in to keeping our place extremely clean and adding the extra little touches to make our guest feel special. Thank you for your very nice comment. All the best, Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Wonderful location on the Gulf!

Guest: Robin (Mount Vernon,Wa.)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/29/11

Lovely condo with lanai overlooking the Gulf and beautiful white sand beach right at your doorstep. This home is fully stocked with just about anything you could possibly need plus there are many nice places close by to walk to and dine. This was our 2nd stay and we enjoyed it very much!

Owner response:Mr. and Mrs. L. Thank you for your kind comment.We are so happy that your second visit was as enjoyable as the first! We are very lucky to have some of the favorite places to eat and have fun in IRB within walking distance from our place. That is a big plus... why drive when you don't have too! Randy and I also want to thank you for the refreshments you left behind for us, we really enjoyed them! We hope to see you again next year, if not before... All the best, Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Sad to be leaving

Guest: I and R Liverpool, England (-)
Date of Stay: 09/13/11 Review Submitted: 10/05/11

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your lovely condo - so glad we found it online. Labor Day weekend brought the storms and the surfers - fun to watch in such rough conditions, but we didn't let the wind or rain spoil our days. The weather really picked up 9/4 and has been glorious ever since. Places we enjoyed - the Botanical Gardens and Heritage Village (+Free entry!) The beach at sunset, and at breakfast time and at any other time of the day! Tried a few other beaches (Bell-Air, Reddington etc but IRB by far the nicest.) Places to eat-JD's for breakfast and dinner especially their buttermilk pancakes, sad they close for vacation after Labor Day. Sweet Sage-wonderful flavored coffee at breakfast and such pleasant staff. Jakes sandwiches across the street, perfect for lunch or when you don't feel like going out. Lighthouse Donuts - bagels and donuts for breakfast on the balcony or on the beach. The ice cream shop across the street to grab a coffee or milkshake to take to the beach - too many flavors of ice cream to choose from! Sad to be leaving but lots to do when we get home -

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Another Great Experience

Guest: Justin and Bethany (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/21/11

This was our second stay at Marta and Randy's place and it was just as good as the first. The kitchen and bathroom were remodeled since the last time we were there and wow, they looked great. We spent our days at the beach and our evenings eating dinner at the many great restaurants in the area. We went to Fort DeSoto one afternoon and rented kayaks. It was a great experience. We hated to leave but we certainly look forward to returning next year. Thanks for your hospitality and we will see you guys next year.

Owner response:Dear Justin and Bethany, We are so happy to hear that you had yet another great experience at our little beach paradise. We are glad that you liked our renovations and we look forward to your return next year. You were wonderful guests as always! Thanks for staying with us! Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.

Way too short !!

Guest: Marian & Jan (The Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11 Review Submitted: 06/22/11

We had the opportunity to visit Indian Rocks Beach for just 10 days at the end of May. Although we are travelling to Florida more often, we used to stay sofar at hotels. As from the first contact with the owners we had a good feeling and the information received was fast, clear and complete. This is not an average holiday condo but a private home, beautifully decorated and although taste is personal, we liked it very much. Marta and Randy promised and arranged beautifull weather as well so we spend quite some time on the beach and the evenings on the balcony with the amazing sunsets, There are sufficient nice restaurants in the neighbourhood where we went later in the evening. It was a great and perfect stay but too short and we will not make this mistake again. It is probably a bit selfish but we will not advertise your condo too much in the Netherlands, otherwise I.R.B. will be overcrowded bu Dutch people! So thanks again for your hospitality and for sure we will return for a longer period! Marian & Jan, The Netherlands

Owner response:Dear Jan and Marian, Thank you for the excellent review. It is so exciting to be able to deal with such nice people from other places so far away. We are so happy that you enjoyed yourselves so and that you plan on returning. We had fun making all the arrangements for your visit and learned alot along the way... Thank you so much for the nice bottle of wine you left us, it was surely enjoyed! Hope to have you back soon... Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.

Paradise Found in Pelican Cove

Guest: Barrie (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11 Review Submitted: 06/01/11

My wife and I spent a month at Marta and Randy's condo. What you see and read on-line gives you an excellent picture as what to expect. This is an exceptional vacation experience. A beautiful well appointed condo (with everything you could wish for), a tremendous view of the ocean/sunset, a beach that goes forever and water temperatures that we Nova Scotians can actually swim in. It is our feeling that the community of Indian Rocks /Indian Shores has the most to offer as far as great restaurants and conveniently located grocery/drug stores and, oh yes, places to buy great wines. A day for me would start with a ride on Randy's bike to Maderia Beach and a stop at my favorite coffee shop on my return. Later in the afternoon my wife and I would place our beach chairs at the edge of the ocean. With the waves washing over our feet we'd watch the sun setting in the west while sipping our favorite liquid refreshment for the day. Marta and Randy, I want to thank you both for the professionalism shown in the booking of your unit and the help and advice provided us whenever needed. Your condo speaks for itself. It's your love of your little piece of Paradise that's contagious. We've caught the bug!

Owner response:Thank you for such a special review! We enjoyed helping you in any way we could... you have been so much fun to deal with and a pleasure to have as a guest. You really know how to enjoy life! We hope to have you stay with us again... All the best to you both! Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.

Great Stay

Guest: Kathy (Bobcaygeon Ontario Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/17/11

We had a wonderful stay at Randy & Marta's condo. They did a beautiful job of renovating and didn't forget anything. Indian Rocks is a great spot, the beach is amazing and sitting on the balcony with a glass of wine and hearing the gulf was a great way to spend happy hour. There are many nice restaurants within walking distance the cosway to the main land is also close. All major stores are not far as well as golf. Randy & Marta are great people to work with, they make you feel at home. Thanks again you two for a super month at Pelican's cove.

Owner response:Thank you for returning once again to visit Pelican's Cove at Indian Rocks Beach. We are so happy that you were able to stay with us this year, and that you were able to be one of the first to enjoy our renovation. Just reading the comment about the balcony, with the glass of wine and the sound of the gulf make me us wish we were there right now! We hope to see you back soon! Marta and Randy

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Absolutely Wonderful Stay at Pelican Cove!

Guest: Bill & Isabel (Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/01/11 Review Submitted: 03/08/11

Marta and Randy - we have returned home after a month's vacation at your beautiful condo at Indian Rocks Beach. It is a home away from home with all the conveniences required for a very enjoyable time. From morning walks on the beach until outstanding sunsets on the balcony, it truly was a paradise. We hope to return in the future. Thank you so very much!

Owner response:We are so happy that you found everything to your liking and that you want to return to stay with us. We welcome you back anytime... Thank you for staying with us! Marta and Randy

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

2 Weeks in Paradise

Guest: Don't have one (Menomonee Falls, WI)
Date of Stay: 01/16/11 Review Submitted: 02/02/11

My husband & I rented the condo for 2 weeks which we soon found out wasn't near enough time to enjoy the area. The condo itself is beautifully decorated and very clean; in fact we were amazed at how accurate the pictures were when we arrived. Because I love to cook, I found the kitchen to be well equipped with everything needed to prepare a big meal. Randy and Marta have thought of everything and obviously take great pride in their place. There are many restaurants within walking distance and unlimited beaches to walk on. The owners were available if we needed anything. I would definitely recommend this property.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+.