Location: West Coast Vista, Indian Rocks Beach, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (Tampa Airport 25 miles/Close to John's Pass/Disney/Busch) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Awesome spot on the beach with plenty of room for the family to enjoy the comforts of home. This 3/2 home away from home is truly incredible beach living with magnificent, views of Gulf and Intercoastal. TWO separate balconies ---corner unit in small secure building.
FOOTPRINTS VACATION HIDEAWAY - Your dream vacation awaits you in this beautiful, private gulf front condo located directly on the beach with access to miles of sugary, white sand. Breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico's shimmering waters. Accommodations are unsurpassed in this spacious 3 bedroom/2 bath haven. Not one -- but TWO FULL BALCONIES! Enjoy the gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico from the private balcony off the master bedroom or enjoy the view of the intercoastal waterway from the second balcony located off the oversized family room. Relax and take a few steps to our private fishing dock while watching boats sail back to the marina. Catch the dolphins at play from either balcony. (Check out our guest comments)
Our spacious, bright, corner unit located in a small, secure building includes all the comforts of home. Private elevator, accessed only by key holders, takes you to your front door; or, use the stairwell from the west balcony to get to the pool/beach. Great for families with children -- you can see your little ones on the beach from the balcony! That's how close you are!
Master bedroom has king bed/large sitting area/private bath/walk in closet. This room has great views with sliders to balcony. Second bedroom is brightly decorated in dolphin theme equipped with comfortable twin beds. The third bedroom is a soft elegant sunset motif complete with queen size bed and tv.
Family room is over sized with comfortable sectional overlooking Gulf Boulevard and the intracoastal with a large sitting area efficiently equipped with High speed internet modem and router. Sliders provide access to 2nd balcony with a great view of the intercoastal.
You will find this beach front vacation hideaway not only inviting but affordable and practical. So... just relax and "Hide Away" or visit nearby theme parks, attractions and nightlife. Try one of the fabulous dinner/gambling cruises! Indulge in one of our local restaurants to experience superb dining all within minutes of this condo. BBQ poolside at sunset with cocktails! The possibilities are endless.
Extras include: LONG DISTANCE CALLING ANYWHERE IN THE US AND CANADA; WIRELESS HIGH SPEED INTERNET ; porta crib, high chair, beach chairs, towels, blanket, umbrella, sand toys, all on premises. No need to haul. Call today and be the next family to put your Footprints in the Sand! Here are some of the comments our guests have left in our guest book. These are just several of the many positive ratings.....
Additional updated comments can be found in the Guest Comment section of our listing.
SEE YOU AT THE BEACH!!
John & Tina
June 2003
We had a wonderful week here at your place on the beach. It was our first family trip to the Gulf and this is a beautiful place. We loved everything -- water, sand, shells And, thank-you so much for the water toys you left for us to play with. We have left them and a few more for other families to enjoy. The Strouse Family
July 03
Thanks so very much for such a nice place to stay. It was just like being at home. We have really enjoyed our stay here. Hope you will allow us to come back another time. We tried to leave the condo the way we found it. Thanks again! Layman Family, Arkansas
July 2003
Dear Tina, John & Kids,
How blessed you are! A beautiful place for a wonderful family. Thank you so much for allowing our family to enjoy your little piece of Heaven here on earth. The ocean/gulf was so peaceful and relaxing. It rejuvenated Frank and me. The kids enjoyed us and we enjoyed them! Miracles do happen!! Family time is critical for the whole family and the Beach always reminds us of that! We look forward to another week next year! God bless you all, the Allegra’s , Florida
August 2003
Had an exceptional time this week. We will be back same time next year. Holston Family, Florida
August 2003
We had a wonderful time here with our family. This is our first vacation with our two granddaughters -(2 yrs and 2 months) the girls had a wonderful time. Eleanor loved the beach and the ocean and little Evelyn loved to nap on the king size bed!! Your condo is beautiful and wonderfully equipped. We had everything we needed. Thanks so much for providing a highchair. That was a very thoughtful gesture and we appreciate it. We used your beach toys and added a few to your collection. Thanks again - we hope to return again. The Fosters - St. Louis MO
August 2003
Last night we watched a giant sea turtle lay her eggs and today everyone is flying kites! Your beautiful place has made it so easy to enjoy our week all together! Risens, Bloomington IN/Chicago, IL
Dear Tina John & Family
As always we have enjoyed staying at your beautiful condo! Again it is perfect. We will be back again for our fifth year next year. Dave & Pauline - Sheffield
Call today and be the next family to put your footprints in the sand!!! Additional photos available on request.
*Welcome basket does not apply to specials or discounted rates.
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* Weekly Rental - Saturday to Saturday.
* ADD: 12% Tax, $125 Cleaning, 10% Holiday Week Surcharge.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : Entry by access key.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony (2) : 2 Balconies - Ocean Side and Intercoastal Side
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Beach View
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- COMPLIMENTARY LONG DISTANCE CALLING - US, CANADA, PUERTO RICO, VIRGIN ISLANDS, MARIANA ISLANDS and more, COMPLIMENTARY INTERNET, Washer & Dryer (in-unit), Heated Pool, CRIB/HIGH CHAIR/STROLLER/WALKER ON PREMISES AT NO EXTRA CHARGE
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Other Activities
- Minutes from famous Clearwater Beach! Variety of day cruises such as Pirate Cruise, Gambling, Dinner/Dancing, Dolphin Watching, etc, Theme parks such as Busch Gardens/Adventure Island Water Park, Disney/Sea World, Fabulous shopping ranging from up-scale boutiques to moderate stores minutes from condo, Golfing, Miniature Golf, Fine Dining along Gulf Boulevard where the Trolley takes you anywhere from Clearwater Beach to John's Pass.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
January 7, 2012 - January 21, 2012 - $1,295.00/per week
January 21, 2012 to February 11, 2012 -$1,295.00/per week
February 11, 2012 to April 14, 2012 - $1,695.00/per week
April 14, 2012 to May 26,2012 - $1,295.00/per week
May 26, 2012 to September 8, 2012 - $1,59500/per week
September 8, 2012 to December 22, 2012 - $1,000.00/per week
December 22, 2102 to January 5, 2012 - $1,500.00/per week
Clean Fee $125/Tax 12%/10% HolidaySurcharge/3% Credi tCard Fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Footprints Hideaway 3/2 Beachfront W/Gulf Views. Perfect Spot!
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose West Coast Vista
We have a large family with several children. At the time of purchase the oldest was 14 and the youngest an infant. One of our most favorite things about our unit is how close everything is. Literally, steps away from the gulf. You can see the kids building sand castles on the beach while sipping cocktails on the balcony.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Some of the most popular benefits of this condo is it's size and location. The building itself is private with a total of 15 units. Even at full capacity, it is private and quiet. The sand is soft and white and the water is crystal clear. The condo is situated in the "narrows" which is surrounded by both the gulf and the intercoastal.
Gulf front - gulf view vacation paradise nessled in Indian Rocks Beach.
Owner's Map of West Coast Vista
We have lived in Florida for over 20 years. Before purchasing this unit, we scoped the beaches from the east to the west coast of florida. When we found Indian Rocks Beach, we found our dream home away from home. The color of the water is turquoise and feels tropical. The beauty of the location is unique in that it is private enough to just "hide away" and, at the same time be close to some of Florida's main attractions.
Property Photos
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- PARADISE!!!!!!! Turquoise, tropical waters are breathtaking! - Indian Rocks Beach, FL - Florida Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Balony off master views Gulf of Mexico.Stairwell access to pool/beach. - Indian Rocks Beach, FL - Florida Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Dining Room with open views to Gulf. Same great condo, new look! - Indian Rocks Beach, FL - Florida Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Dining room with sitting area. Bright corner unit on second floor.Breakfast bar
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- MBR...Gulf Front Serenity...MBR with king bed. Private bath and walk in closet.
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- Romantic sunset dinners - let the night life begin! Dancing, cocktails,.......
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- Family Room with views to intercoastal and fishing dock. Flat Screen with dvd.
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- FR views intercoastal with sitting area and book collection as well as dvd's
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- Intracoastal Balcony Off FR....Enjoy the parade of yachts returning to marina.
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- View of Intercoastal - From Family Room Balcony/ Fishing Dock
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- Second Bedroom - Queen Bed
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- Third Bedroom - 2 Twin Beds - Baby furniture neatly tucked away....
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- View from Gulf balcony private - heated pool.....
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- Heated Pool - Gate access to beach!
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- Thanksgiving with family. Football, baseball on miles of soft, fluffy,white sand
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- White sugary sand ---- beautiful private beach!
Traveler Reviews (16)
For A Great Vacation....
Guest: Florida 5
(Washington, MO)
Date of Stay: 10/26/11
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
This condo is a great place to stay. My girlfriends and I have been staying at this condo for 5 years now. Tina and John always make us feel like part of their family. Always nice little surprises upon our arrival. Great area to stay for the young and old alike. Lost of places in walking distance. Also, there is the trolley. Great way to get around without the hassle of driving. I highly recommend this property to anyone I know.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Week!
Guest: Mickey
(Cincinnati)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/11/11
Tina, thanks so much for sharing your beach home with us. We had a fantastic time. The unit was well equiped, comfy and couldn't have been closer to the beach! Had a great time and hope to come back. Sorry we didn't get a chance to meet in person, maybe next year! Mickey
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our first time, but hopefully not our last!
Guest: DebC
(Indiana)
Date of Stay: 05/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/08/11
Dear John and Tina - just wanted you to know that our family had a wonderful stay at your condo the 2nd week of May, 2011! The weather was perfect and the location ideal - we love being in a quiet area, but not too far away from Clearwater or St Pete. The condo is as pictured and was clean and homey and John and Tina couldn't have been more friendly or helpful. And having all the baby things there was so convenient! We have been telling our friends and family about it, so, Tina, you may be getting some calls! Also, we highly recommend the Lighthouse Donut shop not far from the condo - try the Key Lime filled donuts - AWESOME! And Keegan's Seafood Grille (a Diners, Drive-ins and Dive pick) was a wonderful choice for lunch or dinner. We hope to be back next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Third Year at Footprints
Guest: Carol
(Galesburg, IL)
Date of Stay: 04/23/11
Review Submitted: 05/11/11
April 2011 was our third stay at Footprints but our first time staying for two weeks. Wonderful, relaxing vacation at a place that feels like home. We love the location - short drive from the airport, great views from either balcony, fun restaurant/bars within walking distance, a pool and quiet beach right out the back door. Our daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter joined us for the second week. The condo easily accommodates our family and allows for all of us to have our own space. Our granddaughter's favorite thing to do that week was to play in the pool. Thanks, Tina and John, for surprising her with an Easter basket. She loves Tootsie Rolls! And if you ordered up that perfect beach weather, thanks for that as well! It was a fun and memorable time, making it hard to be back at work.
Owner response:It was our pleasure to have you stay in our unit. We love to prep the condo for our special Footprints family members. It's always such a pleasure knowing that our dream Hideaway is taken care of by guests like you. Can't believe how the years are flying and how we started with a small soft baby toy for your granddaughter, and this year we did tootsie rolls. Hope to see you again next year and thanks again for your comments. Take care and don't work too hard. John & Tina.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Our 2nd stay in 2011!
Guest: Jeff
(Rochelle, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11
Review Submitted: 04/03/11
What a great time and a great property! We've stayed at several properties in this area and this place has it all! Our spring break here with our 2 teens was perfect! Hard to leave! We loved the front & rear balconies and their views, lot's of room for us all to have our space and be comfortable. Our weather in late March was ideal every day, mid 80's, no rain, cloudless skies, light gulf breezes and lots of sunshine! We love the beautiful, quiet, uncrowded beach and proximity to great local seafood restaurants. We loved the private fishing pier (I actually caught a fish!), the beautiful sunset views and when our beach days were done, the unit felt like home! I almost cried when my 15 year old daughter and I were watching the "super moon" rise over the inter-coastal and she turned to me and said "Daddy, I love this place!" O.K., I did cry, just a little! Priceless! We will return. Thank-you, John & Tina. Jeff, Brenda & Kids, Illinois
Owner response:Dear Jeff, Brenda & Kids, Welcome to the Footprints family! I got all choked up with your review and cannot thank you enough for sharing your experience. Our customers love to hear from our guests and your review certainly put us at the top of the list. So glad you had a great time. I do have a photo of the moon that was sent to me by another Footprint family member and I will try to post on this website. In the meantime we look forward to seeing you again next year. All the best, John and Tina
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Three wonderful weeks at Footprints
Guest: fin6645
(Janesville, Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 02/19/11
Review Submitted: 03/24/11
Thank you for sharing your wonderful condo with us for (3) three weeks starting with Feb 19 to March 12, 2011. Thanks for all the things you did for us before and during our stay in yourwonderful condo. Enjoyed the room of your 3 bedroom and well supplied Kitchen. I enjoyed watching the sun raise and set from different balconies in the condo. We had perfect while in Florida that was arranged by Tina. Also checking to make sure everything was A-ok. Wow...super views...plus watching the Dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. It was great getting away from the Wisconsin winter. Barbara & Tom Wisconsin
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
tina and johns condo 2a was great and so were they
Guest: mike and family
(dyer in.)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10
Review Submitted: 10/25/10
Had a very nice time , the weather was great, the kids loved the pool . everything u needed was in the condo and the condo was very clean Tina and John ( the owners) were there when we arrived and helped with the lugage,Tina explained everything about the condo . The rooms are very nice the beds are comfortable the area has some nice places to eat or drink ,pjs has great ribs and shrimp, good oysters ang very reasonable prices. all in all its a great place!
Owner response:Dear Mike and family, Your excellent review is enough for me to know that our hard work is appreciated. It's the extra, unexpected that we try to provide to make your vacation as pleasurable as possible. Thank you for taking such good care of our/your Hideaway. We hope to see you again sometime in the near future. Please don't forget to tell your friends and family about your vacation and be sure they inform me that they are friends of yours. Stay warm and let the countdown begin.... see you at the beach........ Regards, Tina
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Loved staying at Footprints!
Guest: Pam
(Georgia)
Date of Stay: 07/12/09
Review Submitted: 07/18/10
This is our second time staying at Footprints and we plan on returning each year! It is a wonderful layout for our family and we enjoy the cleanliness of the place, location, and size of West Coast Vista. Tina, the owner, is a pleasure to work with-always making sure we are taken care of and checks on us periodically throughout the week. We have four children and it is so nice to be able to sit on the balcony and watch them at the pool and on the beach. The pictures definately do not do justice to this unit. Being able to sit on the balcony in the evening watching the sunset while listening and watching the waves crash is a must! Whether you make meals in the kitchen or eat out at many of the local restaurants-many within walking distance-you will definately enjoy staying here. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Footprints and will be returning each year!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Footprints Vacation Hideaway
Guest: Lindy & Jim
(Richland, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 04/17/10
Review Submitted: 06/13/10
Tina & John, Thanks for letting us stay in your great condo. The weather was nice and what beautiful sunsets! The condo was very roomy and comfortable for 6 people. We all enjoyed the great beach (especially the granddaughter.) Walking down the beach in the morning and at sunset was a popular activity. Your home was as you described it and the pictures were right on. The condo was clean and very inviting. We really appreciated the parking being so close to the elevator also. Thanks for all your friendly help Tina and we would love to come down and put our Footprints in the Sand again!!
Owner response:Wow - Thank you for the rave review. We are thrilled that you had a wonderful time and hope you have made many treasured memories. It truly is our pleasure to serve you and ensure that your accommodations are everything you hoped they would be. We love our job and the beach even more, and meeting families such as yours, makes our job so much easier. This beach getaway is our dream come true, and we take pride in every single new family we meet. The personal touch is the one of the easiest tasks to accomplish. Thank you for taking such excellent care of our home and we welcome you to the Footprints Vacation Hideaway family! Come visit again soon. Our best regards, John & Tina
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Best Vacation in Indian Rocks Beach so far!
Guest: Alex and Judy
(St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
We decided to upgrade to a larger condo this year as we now need three bedrooms. We were hesitant as we had stayed at another small complex for the last 5 years and were very happy with that one. From our first conversation with Tina we were very comfortable with the change. When we arrived we were met by Tina and John...what can I say other than they immediately made us feel so welcome! When we opened the door we immediately realized the pictures did not do the unit justice, it was much more than we were expecting. My mother-in-law's first comment was, "I could live here." Need I say any more with a comment like that. The unit has plenty of room and you do not feel croweded like some units. Back to Tina and John who have to be the most wonderful hosts...they took time out of their busy day to simply talk with us and make sure everything was just right for us. We were pleasantly surprised with a great welcome basket for the adults and kids which was a first for us. Just goes to show Tina and John truly care more about the personal aspects of their guests more than any other host we have had. The two balconies were to die for! We used both the entire stay, watched boats with the kids on the intercoastal and enjoyed the beautiful sunsets on the Gulf balcony. My wife loved having private access to the pool via our balcony. This is so nice as you go directly from the balcony to the pool without having to use elevator. The pool was never crowded even though we were there on holiday weekend. The beach was great and uncrowded as usual. If you are condidering this condo for rental, book it now as you will not regret it. This unit is great for families with kids and for the first time we did not have to pack up tons of beach and pool toys to take with us...these were all provided as well as lots of great board games and puzzles. To sum this review up...thank you Tina and John for sharing your wonderful condo with us and treating us like we were part of your family. You made this the best vacation we have enjoyed in Indian Rocks Beach so far...thank you and God bless you and your family!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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