Great Condo

Guest: TPutz (USA)
Date of Stay: 05/05/08 Review Submitted: 05/29/08

We had a few cloudy days with some rain. On those days we went one day on a drive down to treasure island had drinks at the Don Cesar. One day we went to the dog races. On a sunny day we rented a boat from IRB for the day and went to Caladesi Island. We packed a lunch and ate at the park, Beach was magnificent. The rest of the time was spent at the pool and beach. Your condo is great and was as described. We enjoyed our stay. I did give your card to some people from Vero that we made friends with at the pool. They come over to the west coast and meet his brother from Canada every year, it was their first year at Sunset. Thanks for the use of your condo, we may be coming back next year.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Anna (NY)

Guest: Anna (NY)
Date of Stay: 01/28/12 Review Submitted: 02/09/12

The spectacular view, amount of space and provided supplies (kitchen and beach accessories) make your condo one of the best we have visited. The small complex, with covered parking and very nicely heated pool make this a perfect spot. We spent a lot of time at the beach and in the pool. All the other guests staying at complex were very friendly to our family (including my small children). The provided beach toys and beach chairs were perfect as we traveled by plane. Jamie was very kind and a pleasure to work with. We hope to be able to vacation here again very soon!

Owner response:Thanks Anna...Sounds like you guys were able to come and really enjoy Sunset Paradise and Indian Rocks Beach. So happy that everyone enjoyed themselves and you were able to relax and have some fun together. We would love to welcome you back....anytime! Thanks for posting such a wonderful review, I really appreciate it.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

The "FAB FIVE" high school girls' reunion weekend

Guest: The Fab Five (Clearwater)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/18/11

We are five high school girlfriends from Riverhead, NY.,who re-connected 2 years ago in Washington, D.C. and this year in Florida. We found the perfect place to spend 5 days together in Indian Rocks Beach....to say we had a wonderful time is an under-statement! From the moment we walked into the condo and saw the spacious lay-out, the unbelievable Gulf of Mexico view, we were "in love" and felt right at home. The condo was roomy, comfortable, clean and furnished beautifully. We had everything at our fingertips both inside and outside.....gorgeous weather for sunning and walking the beach, Guppy's for dinner, ice cream at Pinky's, dough-nuts at The Lighthouse to name a few. Jamie was a pleasure to work with and responsive to our needs. Larry was onsite and helped us navigate some technical issues successfully. Thank you again, Jamie, for sharing your beautiful condo with us, a heavenly spot and one we'll certainly return to again. Best Wishes, Lois, Dottie, Karen, Susan and Janet (The "Fab Five")

Owner response:Thanks FAB FIVE for all your kind words! I knew the condo would be perfect for your girls get together and thrilled that the weather cooperated as well. I will share your commetns with Larry...Come back anytime and here's to more girls weekends in the near future!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Breathtaking views!!

Guest: Carolyn (Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 08/21/11 Review Submitted: 08/31/11

Thank you so much for sharing your condo with our family! This was one of our most relaxing vacations ever! I'll miss the early morning walks on the beach and listening to the ocean at night. The condo was well-stocked and lovely. It had everything we needed. We couldn't ask for more....and we can't wait to come back!! Carolyn and Dave H

Owner response:Thanks Carolyn for taking the time to write such a lovely review....I really appreciate it. So happy that all worked out for you and the family while visiting and I have to agree about the morning walks on the beach - always a great way to start your day. Of course you are more than welcome to come back anytime. I hope all fared well from Irene. thanks again.....

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Vacation Memories

Guest: Sue (Cumming GA )
Date of Stay: 06/11/11 Review Submitted: 08/03/11

We go to the beach every year with our daughter and her family - usually somewhere in the Gulf. This was our first visit to St. Petersburg and we couldn't have loved it any more. The Sunset Paradise condo is absolutely perfect - the views are spectacular - it is roomy, clean and stocked with anything and everything you could ever think of for the ideal vacation spot. The undercover parking is great - the property exterior is very well maintained (pool & spa) - and the location is ideal for shopping, restaurants, etc. You will not regret making your plans to stay here - and Jamie is wonderful to work with - made everything very easy.

Owner response:Thanks Sue - so happy you enjoyed your time here in Indian Rocks....You and the family are welcome back anytime! Thanks so much for all your kind words - it really helps potential travellers book with confidence when they read nice things about the unit, the complex and the process of booking. Keep in touch.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Home Away From Home

Guest: Steve (Brooklyn Park MN)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11 Review Submitted: 04/06/11

This is a great condo in a great location. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and the balcony has a great view of the beach and pool area. Jamie was very accommodating with all the arrangements and checked in on us to make sure everything was ok. The pool area is very clean and tidy and the temperature of the pool is perfect. We liked all the non franchise restaurants that were within walking/short drive distance. Crabby Bills is outstanding for the prices and Guppys is great for more upscale dining. Dont miss the donuts at Lighthouse they are fantastic. Indian Rocks Beach really gives you the best of both worlds in Pinellas County. You have a great beach that doesnt get too crowded because there is limited beach access and you get that sugar fine powder sand of Clearwater and St Pete without all the craziness. There are a lot of private homes on the beach and smaller condo complexes which helps control the crowds as well. The beach goers are about 50% retirees, 30% families, 10% young couples and 10% spring breakers. The spring breakers were very well behaved and everyone on the beach was very considerate of others and friendly. 80 and sunny everyday. The sunsets were spectacular and we always made a point to be back at the condo to see them every night. One morning I got up early to watch the moon set and it was incredible as well, and I was all alone on the beach! We went to Busch Gardens one day just for a change of pace and had a great time. Make sure you allow enough time to drive across the causeway because it took about an hour to get there, and then another hour to park our car and get through the actual entrance to the park. Even though the line to get in was very long, it didnt seem that crowded inside the park and the lines for the roller coasters were only about 10-20 min long at the most. Its a great place to visit for all ages and my teenage boys had a great time. Indian Rocks Beach is in a nice location about halfway between Clearwater and St Pete so you are really close to everything, but far enough away to avoid the mass crowds and franchise commercialism. It's got that small town feel to it. If you are looking for a great family beach vacation in the Tampa Area, look no further than Indian Rocks Beach and Sunset Paradise!

Owner response:WOW Steve - you need to move down here and work for the Indian Rocks Chamber of Commerce. You are so kind to take the time to write such a wonderful review of the condo and Indian Rocks. I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to do that - very thoughtful of you! Your information will be very helpful to future travellers headed our way - as I often get asked questions about places to visit, things to do, what are the crowds like, and you answered all them in your testimonial, and to hear it from guests and not the owner I'm sure will go a long way! You and the family are welcome back anytime....we hope to have you visit again! Here's to a happy and healthy 2011.

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

Perfection! March 2011

Guest: Dave (Kokomo, IN)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11 Review Submitted: 03/27/11

My family and I just returned from a week's stay. The condo is absolutely fantastic. Julie has thought of all the small things that make a rental condo great. Beach toys, chairs, a spice rack, comfy furniture, beds, and an impeccably decorated condo. We used the pool, hot tube, and BBQ as much as possible. The condo grounds are as well kept as the individual unit! The beach is fantastic and we found some of the largest shells we have ever found in our many years of Florida Beach travel. Restaurants are close and many are walking distance. Keegans, Guppy's, and The Kooky Coconut were all excellent and walkable. The Lighthouse Donuts are fantastic and only 1.5 miles South of the condo. With great weather for the week, a great complex, and a great unit..... one word comes to mind..... perfection!

Owner response:Thanks Dave - we look forward to welcoming you back in 2013! If you get to return before that, just give me a ring - we'd love to have you back. Was happy that the weather was a perfect 10 for your stay and that you really were able to enjoy all the area has to offer! Keep in touch... Jamie

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

Comforts away from home

Guest: Julie (Central Illinois)
Date of Stay: 12/27/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

We stayed the week after Christmas 2010. Had a great time!! The weather turned nice by mid-week & we were able to enjoy the beach as we had come to do. Jamie was such a pleasure to work with through the whole process-she checked in with us via email during our stay as well. The condo was well stocked with everything we would need. I cant say enough about the view. Absolutely gorgeous. Hope to return again some day. Thank you again Jamie for your hospitality!

Owner response:Thanks Julie - it was great to have you and your family there and hope you will be back again! Always appreciate nice feedback...thanks for taking the time to leave such a nice review. If your travels bring you back to Florida - look me up - we'd love to have you back! Hope you have a happy, healthy and fun 2011....

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Most Relaxing Christmas Ever!

Guest: The G Gang (Burke, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 12/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/03/11

The condo was as comfortable as home, the gulf view was invigorating, and the experience was fun and memorable. We hope to return to Sunset Paradise someday -- THANK YOU Jamie for sharing your wonderful condo with us, and accommodating our timing!

Owner response:Thanks so much for your kind words. So happy that everything worked out so well and you were able to really enjoy the condo and the area! You and your family are welcome back anytime. Here's to a happy and healthy 2011.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: J.P (FLA)
Date of Stay: 11/03/10 Review Submitted: 11/11/10

Thanks again for being so easy to work with over the years. I am glad we have been fortunate enough to have you to rent from. I have heard other renters complain about little things in the condos they stay in and we never have concerns. You do a nice job with your place and are easy to work with, thanks. Hope you and your family have happy holidays!

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