Location: St. Pete Beach, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (20 mins from Tampa Airport, 10 mins to downtown St Pete)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Welcome to Palm Cottage, our tropical island home just steps from Gulfport Beach and Gulfport's Art District.
This lovely, fully-equipped home is just right for a romantic getaway or a family vacation. Named for the many varieties of palm trees found on the property, the professionally landscaped and irrigated grounds make the perfect setting for your stay. The front porch is screened and private, and from there you can view the surrounding grounds and the beach. Paved pathways lead from the parking area, to the patio and to the laundry room. Walk to the beach, the Gulfport Casino, waterfront restaurants, Gulfport's quirky shops, the library and the theater. Gulfport connects to the beach trolley and the Pinellas Trail (40-mile railway converted to hike and bike trail). Just a quick drive to the many antique shops of St Petersburg, the Don Cesear and St Pete Beach resorts, Busch Gardens and many water activities. One mile to the Gulfport Marina and boat launch, to Clam Bayou and its Nature Park. At the marina you can take sailing lessons or take a memorable dolphin watch cruise to Egmont Key.
Inside the home you'll find real wood floors in the living area and bedrooms, and new double-paned, energy efficient and quiet windows perfect for letting in the sea breezes on a cool day. We have tile floors in the kitchen and bath. The wicker/rattan furnishings in the living area are stylish and comfortable.
Views of beach and water from living room, screened porch and front yard. Property is decorated inside and out in tropical island themes. Kitchen is fully equipped with pots/pans/dishes and a large gas grill is available for use. Property is beautifully landscaped and well-lit at night so you may entertain outside if desired. Microwave, mixer, blender, coffee pot.
Gulfport is a quiet, cozy beachside community established in the early 1900's. It is located on Boca Ciega Bay with views of St. Pete Beach to the west and Isla del Sol to the south. View spectacular sunsets over Boca Ciega Bay and thunderous pink clouds preceding our famous summer afternoon storms!
Gulfport has excellent restaurants, an exciting night life, a fishing pier, marina, excellent shopping including unique works by local and national artists and photographers, tennis and shuffleboard courts, a library, covered beach pavilions, a performing arts theater, a waterfront casino dance hall and above all, a white sand beach and playground equipment for children. Also located on the beach front is a walking pier, benches and bench swings, indoor/outdoor recreational/physical fitness centers, which are handicapped and wheelchair accessible, a volleyball/basketball court, a measured walking path and fitness circuit. Downtown Gulfport (3 blocks away) has art galleries, twice monthly art walks, sailing and glass blowing classes, a historic ballroom dance hall, weekly fresh produce market and beach front pubs. The Gulfport/St Pete Beach Connector Trolley for easy access to all the Gulf Beaches!
All but the marina are within easy walking distance from the property.
No smoking inside the property, please.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central heat & air
- Washer: Large capacity washer on site in separate laundry
- Dryer: Large capacity dryer on site
- Linens Provided: Extra pillows, blankets and throws for your comfort. Kitchen towels, place mats, bath towels and mats. Extra bedding provided for sleeper sofa. Beach towels provided.
- Off Street Parking: Two spots provided. No additional parking is provided on the street as we are in a permitted beach zone.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Room for small boat or trailer in the second parking spot, if desired.
- Wood Fireplace: Wood-burning fireplace with screen.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: New top of the line pillow-top mattress/box spring set - very comfortable.
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed: Extremely comfortable sleeper sofa, with mattress pad and linens.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Dish network, HBO & Cinemax
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Extensive selection of DVDs and videos available.
- Shared Pool: Very close to St Pete Beach Family Aquatic Center.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Cooking/baking/grilling items included. Microwave.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Outdoor patio with views of waterfront. Patio table and cushioned chairs with gas grill. Tropical plantings surround the patio. Landscaping lighting and additional lighting over the patio area provided for evening dining.
- View/Location
- Beach View: There are just 2 houses and a B&B between Palm Cottage and the beach!
- Communications
- Telephone: Two phones provided, one cordless.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): High-speed wireless Internet available from Brighthouse Cable.
- Other Amenities
- Iron and ironing board provided, vacuum, alarm clock, ceiling fans, quiet, scenic, safe & friendly neighborhood. No major street crossings required to reach beach.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: With prior permission, refundable pet security deposit and small additional rental charges. Large yard with lots of grass. Just a few blocks from the dog park.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: You must be 18 or older to rent this property.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Other Activities
- Gulfport Yacht Club, fishing pier, dolphin sightseeing cruises, shelling, biking along Florida's 20 mile long Pinellas Trail, Gulfport's live theater, new Internet Cafe, and fantastic restaurants (many located at water's edge.)
Rate Details (In US Dollars ONLY)
Nightly rates are available and are approx 1/5 the weekly rate. 2-night minimum.
May-July...$924/week..$2,400/month. Rate includes taxes & departure cleaning.
Aug-Nov...$890/week..$2,300/month. Rate includes taxes & departure cleaning.
Dec 09-Apr 10 $1,159/week..$3,300/month. Rate includes taxes & dep cleaning.
Deposit to reserve $300 to $700, depending on length of stay.
Shorter stays (less than 1 week) available. Please call or email!
Accept PayPal, cashier, personal checks.
Balance due 30 days prior to arrival. If < 30 days, then full amount.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Palm Cottage Street View - St. Pete Beach House Rental
- Living Area - St. Pete Beach House Rental
- Kitchen - St. Pete Beach House Rental
- Living and breakfast areas
- Breakfast area
- First bedroom
- Second bedroom
- Palm Cottage Street View
- Front porch
- Dining patio
- Additional photo first bedroom
- Beach picnic area
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