Vacation Rentals by Owner

Isla Memories

Guest: Lynn (Beeton, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 04/01/12 Review Submitted: 04/23/12

Thank you for bringing back so many memories of Isla, as we have been coming down to St. Pete for over 15 years. Your directions for operating the entertainment unit, and having the wireless service was most appreciated. Also loved your unlimited long distance plan to share with our family back home. Your condo is extremely well kept & well stocked. Weather was perfect sunny & hot every day...loved watching the boats go by! Our stay here was most enjoyable & looking forward to returning next year! Thank you Kim & Jay

Owner response:We are so pleased that our guests enjoyed their stay and have already reserved their vacation for Spring, 2013! Both of our units offer comfortable and well-equipped surroundings and beautiful decor. We focus on attentive service and attention to detail. Our units offer amazing water views and top-notch amenities. Our goal is to provide our guests with "5-Star accommodations" while enjoying all of the comforts of home!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Isla Memories

Guest: Canada
Date of Stay: 04/01/12 Review Submitted: 04/18/12

Thank you for bringing back so many memories of Isla. Our stay here was most enjoyable and looking forward to our stay here next year as well!

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Club Bahia, Isla del Sol

Guest: Island lovers (Michigan, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/01/12 Review Submitted: 04/03/12

Our vacation was wonderful. The condo was beautiful, even more so than the pictures showed. The condo was fully stocked with all essential cook ware and dishes. The owner was very attentive and showed us the utmost care and concern. We would go back again and again. Dolphins played outside the balcony every day, and the views were spectacular. Lots of great dining opportunities, Sea Critters, Skidders, the Hurricane and many more.

Owner response:We are so pleased that our guests have enjoyed their month-long vacation at our beautiful Club Bahia condo. The unit has been decorated and maintained with care and attention to detail. We have provided all of the amenities that a person would wish for in their own home! We are now offering a second condo at Isla (380049) and are proud to say that it too has all of these qualities.

Recommended for:Age 55+

Best February Ever!

Guest: Coffee (Toronto, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/01/12 Review Submitted: 03/11/12

My husband and I spent a wonderful month in this perfectly situated and extremely well-equipped condo! There is nothing over-stated in the owner's description of the unit. The view from the balcony is superb and the sunsets are not to be missed. The richness of the birdlife and marine life visible from the balcony seating kept me entertained for hours. The entire condo is well-equipped but I must give a special mention for the kitchen/dining amenities that are at hand. As someone who enjoys cooking I was most appreciative of the type and amount of equipment. There was nothing that I wanted that I could not find; everything from cloth napkins and napkin rings to an immersion blender! Over the last 20 years, our family has had numerous vacations on Isla Del Sol, and this most recent experience will keep us coming back - hopefully to this very unit! The owners of this condo have taken extra special care to make one feel welcome and organized from the moment arrangements are made. I highly recommend the experience!

Owner response:This is what it's all about. It is always gratifying to receive such positive feedback. Our goal is to continue to offer our guests the best possible vacation experience at both of our Isla condos. Thank you.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Great Condo!

Guest: Cornwall, UK
Date of Stay: 11/19/11 Review Submitted: 04/19/12

The condo is great; very comfortable, well appointed. Fantastic views, have seen dolphins nearly every day of our holidays. We loved watching the boats go by! Weather has been constantly good; hot and sunny. Complex could benefit from nice coffee shop or place to meet people.

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Mississauga, Ontario

Guest: Mississauga, Ontario
Date of Stay: 11/19/11 Review Submitted: 11/27/11

We have been in the area for a number of years and your condo is the best ever! Well stocked, lovely decor, very pleasing in all ways. Thanks for the welcoming gift - very thoughtful

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Brown from the sun, green with envy!

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/28/11

We are frequent visitors to the Tampa Bay and have just returned from our annual vacation. It is not my intention to reiterate here the many attractions and the natural beauty of the area (although I was delighted to witness in close up an anhinga - a bird often mistaken for a cormorant - standing in wing-drying posture at the side of the lake). Our visit coincided with the opening of the Florida stone crab season and we heartily recommend Billy's on Tierra Verde. We have holidayed on Isla del Sol on three occasions and indeed have considered buying our own stake there. This condo would make a perfect model for our own choice. Its position at the water's edge of Boca Ciega bay is ideal; sitting on the balcony gives the impression of being on board ship without leaving the land. The building is also far enough away from the Pinellas Bayway lift bridge to be untroubled by the rumbling of traffic and the sound of the warning horn. This "home away from home" provided us by far and away our best experience of Isla living. Their attention to detail is first-rate. The condo is delightfully decorated throughout, the furnishings comfortable and comforting and the maintenance is excellent. Every imaginable item of equipment for everyday living is provided and there are well-stocked troves of entertainment (DVDs, videos, books, games) to suit all ages and inclement weather. Jay and Kim we salute you; we envy you; we hope we might find a small gap in your calendar in future years for a return visit. Thank you.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, sightseeing.

This condo is a well maintained property with exciting views, our stay was two week.

Guest: Norm (Lexington, KY (US))
Date of Stay: 06/25/11 Review Submitted: 07/13/11

The Club Bahia property is a wonderful property with a great location excellent facilities .... swimming and golfing. The property and club Behia is family friendly and a good location to travel daily to Disney World in Orlando. There are many great resturants within a few minutes drive. The Isla Golf & Country Club for summer guest who are golfers the course is open to non-members during the summer months .. the course is one you will enjoying playing. Happy travels.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Escape to Paradise

Guest: Randy (Hastings, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/14/11

Thank you for a wonderful Florida vacation! We have been coming to St. Pete for over 25 years. Your home is lovely. Beautifully furnished, tastefully decorated and very well equipped. Your directions for operating the entertainment system, and the wireless service were most appreciated. The note book you left contained a vast array of activities to pursue and restaurants to enjoy. Your telephone call to see that we had arrived and all was well was very kind. Every morning we had breakfast on the lanai and enjoyed watching dolphins swim by. One morning we caught a glimpse of a baby playing with its' mother. What a thrill. Prior to this year, we have always used a management company to secure our accomodatioins. Almost without fail we experienced some level of difficulty or frustration. None of that with the arrangements made with you. You were most accomodating. Perfect hosts. It is our sincere hope that we will have the opportunity to return to your little slice of paradise. We hated to come home. Thanks again for making our vacation so wonderful.

Owner response:It is so rewarding to read such positive reviews about our beautiful Isla condo. We work hard to ensure that guests have everything they need in order to spend a wonderful vacation here. We always welcome feedback or suggestions for improvements. This allows us to make their stay even more enjoyable when they return! First-time guests will benefit as well!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Just got back from condo

Guest: Rick (Glendale , California)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

We had a great time. The condo was right on the water! Enjoyed watching activity on water thru the nearby drawbridge, even saw dolphins as advertised. The condo was extremely well kept and well stocked.All directions given to us by owners were simple and accurate. Would recommend this property to all.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolutely Fabulous

Guest: Richard and Sandra (Nova Scotia, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/15/11 Review Submitted: 05/24/11

Terrific condo!!!! Absolutely every amenity one could possibly need. Condo is spotless, cheery and welcoming. Our thirty-year old children were extremely impressed with the video library and large screen television. Loved the dolphins we saw every day from our delightful balcony and what can one say about the gorgeous sunsets!!!! Can't imagine staying anywhere else, if we go back to Isla next year.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Home Awary from Home!

Guest: Coco (Mulberry, Arkansas , USA)
Date of Stay: 01/04/11 Review Submitted: 02/12/11

We were delighted with this property conveniently located for all our activities in and around the Bay areas.. The balcony was perfect for breakfast and sunsets with the dolphins. The condo was comfortable, nicely appointed, and although we were a couple dining out, it is perfecly equipped for families and "3 meals a day". The pictures and descriptions in the listing well portray the property correctly and we truly enjoyed our month. The owners a friendly and considerate, and we hope to return next year.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

“Kids quick… bring the camera!”

Guest: Michael Blonde (Kelowna, British Columbia Canada )
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 05/08/11

It was our first time to this area of Saint Pete’s and as a young family, it was our favorite spot! The condo was very clean and there were many recent upgrades, which made staying in some nights to cook dinner a real treat. Unlike other spots in the Region, we had zero noise from traffic, pedestrians, wildlife or pubs/restaurants and that made sipping evening wine or morning coffee on the patio one of our favorite parts of the trip! Even though we’ve been to this Region before, the condo owners created detailed manuals for shopping, dining and lots of great activities to do. We took their advice and rented a small power boat for one afternoon! Finally, my wife and I enjoyed how peaceful it was to fall asleep with the windows open. Slow rolling waves and sea breeze… nothing like it!

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Joan/Ontario stay Nov 1-Dec 1 2010

Guest: Kili climber (Cambridge Ont Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/01/10 Review Submitted: 12/10/10

We have enjoyed Isla many times in the past,this condo is the best equipt and thoughtfully decorated. The location is ideal and the photos do not do it justice,everything is easy to get to,beach,resturants, shopping.We love Pass -a -Grille and Fort De Soto some of the best beaches in the world. We will recommend your condo to family and friends. .

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Isla Paradise!

Guest: Hoagie (Wolfe Island, Kingston, ON)
Date of Stay: 08/28/10 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

My partner and I have visited St.Pete's many times before but we've never experienced a place like Isla del Sol. We have nothing bad to say about it. The well-kept grounds were the first thing we noticed. The landscaping offered a cheerful and colourful introduction to Club Bahia. It was also nice to see that the pools were tended to daily. The The owners of the condo paid just as much attention to detail. The decor was very elegantly put together in a modern Floridian style. While the movie collection was rather impressive, we were most impressed with the details in the kitchen and dining area. There were updated appliances and every kind of gadget you can imagine (even grapefruit spoons!) which made cooking and eating in a pleasure. We were able to enjoy our meals on the balcony which offered a view of dolphins, rays, manatee and of course a beautiful sunset every night. For every night we chose to eat out we referred to the owners' guide. Every restaurant we went to was close and excellent in both food and atmosphere. To make our vacation perfect, the owners thoughtfully left a bottle of wine with different cheeses as a welcome present. Overall, the experience was wonderful and we're looking forward to visiting again very soon.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

UK Visitors

Guest: Jenty (UK)
Date of Stay: 08/10/10 Review Submitted: 08/31/10

We are from the UK and stayed for two weeks in this condo which was lovely.It had fantastic views with all the ammenties you need to have a fab holiday.We went to a different beach every day as there was lots to choose from. We would recommend this condo as its excellant,clean and maintained to a high standard,the owners are also very helpful and provide you with lots of information to ensure that your stay is memorable.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Our first Florida vacation

Guest: TO&LA (Toronto and LA)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 08/08/10

We stayed 2 weeks and everyone loved the place. The kids loved the pool area and the view from the balcony. I felt so much at home with everything provided to us. We were able to explore new places and enjoy our stay because of the information folder provided by the owner. Nicely decorated and the view from the balcony was unbeleivable. The condo was so central to everything, Tampa, beaches, restaurants and the outlet mall.

Recommended for:Families with young children

Guest: Chicago, IL
Date of Stay: 06/13/10 Review Submitted: 09/06/10

We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the condo

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Great Family Vacation, Beautiful Condo!

Guest: Pony (Ontario)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10 Review Submitted: 11/08/10

We came to Florida with our four children looking for sun, shopping, and outdoor activities. We have visited Sanibel Island, Orlando, and St.Petersburg in the past but this was without a doubt the nicest condo we have ever rented. It was such a treat to cook in a kitchen that was so well equipped. The condo was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and had all the amenities of home. The beds were luxurious with quality linens and our kids said the queen size pull out couch was extremely comfortable. We loved the balcony overlooking the water where we could see dolphins, fish, and sailboats glide by. The sunsets were so spectacular that we wouldn't want to leave for our dinner reservations! The kids loved having three TV's and a movie library. The pool area is fabulous with lush gardens and plenty of chairs and umbrellas. The owners left a binder full of excellent information which proved to be most useful. We got our restaurants and shopping locations from their recommendations. Next time we will rent a boat and tour the inland waterway as suggested by the owners. The condo is in a fantastic location with shopping, beaches, and restaurants all nearby. We had such a fabulous holiday that we have rebooked the condo for another week with the kids. Thanks for such a wonderful holiday!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Jewels

Guest: Astronomy (Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10 Review Submitted: 06/13/10

Spent 2 weeks in this condo, was very clean. Well equipped technology and all the amenities of home. Also close to Tampa and various sight seeing, restaurants and shopping malls. The view of the sunset is breathtaking.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Guest: Chautauqua, NY
Date of Stay: 01/31/10 Review Submitted: 09/06/10

I would be unable to fully tell you how much we appreciated staying in your condo! We have rented six or seven times and this one was far and away the best. There were welcome gifts there, your directions on our comportment and leaving were perfect and the place was spotless. Thank you for the wonderful month we enjoyed

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Unforgettable experience!

Guest: Lauren (British Columbia)
Date of Stay: 12/11/09 Review Submitted: 08/10/10

I had the pleasure of staying at the Club Bahia Waterfront Condo in December 2009 and it was an absolutely amazing experience! I have been vacationing in Florida for many, many years and this was absolutely one of the most memorable vacations I have had. The condo is itself updated and decorated wonderfully! It is cozy and comfortable and perfectly immaculate. It is incredibly spacious, sleeping 6 people comfortably and some of the most beautiful sunsets can be seen from the balcony stretching end to end, overlooking the water from the golf coast. The grounds are very well kept as are the pools throughout and there is certainly no shortage of things to do in the area! The owners of the condo have prepared a well detailed binder of the amenities you can find on Isla del Sol as well as places to visit throughout the beach community and surrounding area. There are a number of very quaint and enjoyable restaurants to take advantage of, miles of beach strip to walk, and cute shops along the way. I will absolutely be returning to this condo this coming winter and I would very highly recommend that anyone looking to relax along the gulf, do the same. Thank you for such a wonderful experience and I look forward to visiting again soon! Best, Lauren

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.