Vacation Rentals by Owner

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

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:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: J.P
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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Fantastic condo and lovely location

Guest: Brits Abroad (United Kingdom)
Date of Stay: 09/26/10 Review Submitted: 10/04/10

We are now back in the UK but I would like to say how much we enjoyed your lovely condo. It was fantastic and everything we needed was available. You have a wonderful '2nd home' in a lovely area. Thank you so much and the next time we come over to Florida I will email you to see if you have your condo available.

Owner response:It was a pleasure having you and your family. You certainly picked a beautiful week to visit - the weather was a perfect 10. We look forward to having you back anytime! Thanks so much for taking such good care of the place while visiting.

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

Guest: G.M.
Date of Stay: 09/22/10 Review Submitted: 09/30/10

Jamie, Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a great time. I am still thinking about the wonderful food at Guppys. The pool was ours or the week along with the quite walks on the beach. I am sorry I never wrote in the guest book. We were so consumed with each-others conversation and solitude, it just slipped our minds. Thank you again. I hope to enjoy your oasis againnext year. Thank you

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Sunset Paradise and more

Guest: Filsfan (Brigantine, NJ)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10 Review Submitted: 03/28/10

Just returned from a week's stay at this beautiful condo. Everything was perfect! The unit is beautifully furnished and clean. Everything on the listing description was accurate. The owner, Jamie, was a pleasure to work with. So many fabulous restaurants within walking distance or a very short drive. Would definitely come back and recommend this place highly.

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

Guest: F.G (MA.)
Date of Stay: 11/07/09 Review Submitted: 11/07/09

We all want to thank you once again for the wonderful time we had at your condo. Your place was clean and very homey. We were able to move in for the week and simply enjoy ourselves. Through our eMails it feels like we have all become friends,and that’s a GREAT thing. Anyways it was great getting to meet and know you, have a great day and keep us in mind in the future. New paths, new places, new friendships, and new faces – they’re all part of the adventure of life. Thanks again!

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Sunsets fab - location superb

Guest: Alison (England)
Date of Stay: 10/31/09 Review Submitted: 09/03/10

Excellent accommodation - ideal for eating out or taking food away - stayed for 5 nights in October/November 2009 following 10 nights in Orlando. Would highly recommend

Owner response:So glad you to hear you enjoyed your stay....Sunset Paradise is truly a wonderful place to spend time with family and friends! Please come back and visit us again....

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

Guest: A.T.1 (FLA.)
Date of Stay: 08/26/09 Review Submitted: 08/26/09

My family and I spent two weeks this summer at Sunset Paradise, unit 14 and our stay was wonderful. The condo is comfortable, nicely furnished and the kitchen was equipped with everything this Italian mother needed. The pool area is very nice and nothing equals the gulf coast beaches and those marvelous sunsets. Icing on the cake is that the owner is accessible and very interested in her renters’ comfort. We look forward to our return next summer. It’s the ideal vacation even for us Floridians…..

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Guest: Rob Wepler (Holland, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 05/11/09 Review Submitted: 05/11/09

We stayed in this condo 4/18-4/25. Renting was very easy, Jaimie answered all our question and helped us with any special requests. She got back with us the same day or within 24 hours. As for the condo, all the family could say when we enterred the condo was "wow". The condo is very nice, everything you need. You truly can just bring your swimsuits and towels. My wife loved the way it was decorated, she would like to buy some of the paintings. The view from the balcony was the highlight, the sliding doors open all the way and they stayed open most of our stay. We toasted the sunset each night from the balcony. Many great places to eat, many within walking distance. Morning walks on the beach were great. Will definitely come back.Thanks Again, The Wepler Family

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Guest: M.M.2 (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 05/10/09 Review Submitted: 05/10/09

What a wonderful vacation we had in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. We used vrbo website to rent a condo for a week, and what a great experience it was. We rented vrbo # 73508 and the rental process was smooth & the condo accomodations were superb. I loved the beach decor in the condo and the condo was very nice and spacious. The condo balcony provided a nice view of the gulf and was a nice way for me to start my day each morning with my cup of coffee. Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with our family, we hope to rent it again in the near future.

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/19/09

We have stayed at Sunset Paradise #14 for the past 4 years and wanted to share some comments. -the website is detailed and accurate -the condo is everything we thought it would be and more -Jamie is great to work with. She is prompt at getting back to me with any question we have -Jamie makes the process easy -This is a great condo, building, and grounds -we have rented for the past four years and already booked the fifth -the condo and area is awesome for families -the day we leave we are already talking about the next year when we return -the unit has everything you need including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, and tons of beach toys for the kids. We'll be back in 2010!

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/07/09

We had a great time in Indian Rocks Beach! The condo was even nicer than we were expecting! It had everything we needed. It was so convenient to have a kitchen with all the extras and all the little things that make traveling with kids easier. Needless to say, your place made for a carefree, relaxing stay. We appreciate the opportunity to enjoy your home. Just wanted to throw in that you have decorated it so cute, and the master bed was very comfy...we all slept like babies! We loved the pool area too. It was maintained very well, and kept clean by the guy that came in everyday. Everything was well maintained! We enjoyed all the restaurants in the area and having a grocery nearby. Anyway, thanks again for a great vacation!

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/18/09

"We have chosen to stay at Sunset Paradise #14, twice now and enjoyed it a great deal. The renting process was a breeze and Jamie, the owner is easy to talk with and very well-organized. She obviously cares about each family's stay. Upon arrival, everything was neat and nicely decorated. The direct gulf-front view is directly above the pool and just a stone's throw to the beach. A plus is the small complex size-- it feels more private and homey than the larger, 20-story places. This condo provides a perfect place for families with children or couples wishing to vacation together. We definitely recommend!" --

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/14/09

We stayed in Unit #14 at Sunset Paradise for the first 2 weeks of February 2009. We have visited Indian Rocks Beach numerous times and stayed in several other condos there including another Gulf front unit at Sunset Paradise and none were as clean, well furnished and completely equipped as unit #14. The condo has everything you'd ever need in the kitchen, comfortable furniture and even a WiFi connection. We felt relaxed and at home from our first day there. Jamie, the owner, was wonderful to deal with and showed a genuine interest in providing us with the best possible experience. It was an excellent vacation in every respect

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Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/13/09

"Our family, including myself, my husband, our 2 daughters, son-in-law, grandson and grandaughter sent 2 wonderful weeks at Unit #14, Sunset Paradise in October of 2008. The unit was extremely clean and had everything we could ask for, including in unit washer, dryer, beach chairs, beach toys, clean bedding, numerous towels, including beach towels. The view from the balcony - facing the beach was wonderful and the sunsets were breathtaking. Needless to say, this was a memorable vacation, which I will remember for a lifetime.

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Best Vacation in a Long time!

Guest: md.paradise (USA)
Date of Stay: 09/21/08 Review Submitted: 09/23/08

It was just the best vacation I have had in a LONG time the place was perfect just as described and all went very good - Thank you for having the chairs and beach stuff right there it sure helps when you come as far as we did!! With the washer and dryer right there it was easy not to have to leave a lot of towels and such. The view was fantastic, gorgeous sunsets every night, the pool beautiful, and the BBQ was put to great use by my husband and our weather was wonderful...It was a great place to spend a vacation!! You were very fast to reply and made the whole rental work well!! Looking forward to vacationing at Sunset Paradise again!!

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

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

Will not disappoint!

Guest: Outdoor mama (Salt Lake City, UT)
Date of Stay: 04/26/08 Review Submitted: 05/07/08

We were pleased to find the condo was just as nice as it looked in the pictures. The open floor plan for the kitchen, dining, and living areas made it easy for all of us to catch up, relax, and eat together. We had a 1.5 year old who loved playing with the beach toys while parents and grandparents lounged in the beach chairs provided. The beach has a lot of seashells, so it's not the super-soft sand that you find up the road at Clearwater Beach. But who wants those crowds? We all enjoyed the pool too, which a maintenance guy cleaned very, very well each morning. When we wanted to get away, we had so many great parks and nature preserves to choose from! The library and playground is a short walk SE and a nature preserve is just a half mile walk south on Gulf, with a great playground. Sandgrass nature preserve is 30 minutes away, but the wildlife there does not disappoint! Everything was clean and well-maintained. The rooms with twin beds and a queen bed weren't as stylish as the king bedroom, but they were just as clean and comfy. The owners were very responsive when we were making our reservations. We loved the restaurants they recommended! Guppy's was our favorite for seafood, but PJs was also excellent for cheap seafood and good atmosphere (get the butter baked scallops or the wings).

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Thanks for sharing your great condo!

Guest: D.Schulz (Pittsburgh)
Date of Stay: 12/01/07 Review Submitted: 12/26/07

Hello Jamie....We just arrived home from your lovely beach home. (rented it from the 15th-22nd) Had a great time and hope to come back...maybe in May. It was a great family time and the beach was practically ours alone. We were the only tenants for several days. Just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed it. Merry Christimas!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.