Location: St. Pete Beach, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (20 mins from Tampa airport; 10 mins downtown St Petersburg) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: single-family home, 2 bedroom, cottage, fenced yard
Welcome to Harbor Mist! This well-furnished, private home is located in Gulfport's Marina District, less than two blocks to the marina and nature park, and just a few more blocks from the beautiful, sandy beach and the Historic Art District. Nestled behind a white picket fence and jasmine-covered arbor, Harbor Mist makes for a secluded and charming vacation retreat or romantic getaway. The backyard is completely private and fenced, landscaped with tropical shrubs, flowers and vines. The backyard has outdoor lighting, a paved patio, a large wooden deck equipped with a gas grill, large table and patio chairs. Pick grapefruit from the mature tree in-season to make your favorite beverage.
The yard is ideal for entertaining or just absorbing the sun's rays or sitting by the dolphin fountain that splashes into the pond. There is also an outdoor shower to wash away the sand after a day at the beach. There is ample parking and even space to park a boat if you bring one.
The backyard can be seen from the double glass patio doors that lead from the kitchen to the deck. The remodeled kitchen is completely equipped, including dishwasher, glass top stove, ice cream maker, microwave, and other equipment and utensils to delight a would-be chef. All floors are tiled. The living room has ample seating and a sofa-sleeper for additional guests. There are 2 digital cable tvs, 2 dvd players, and DVDs available in the house. and unlimited anytime telephoning in the U.S. and Canada.
The full bathroom includes a tub and window. The mirrored dining room with large picture window can easily acommodate 6 guests. Natural grass roman shades or wood blinds on the windows. Everything is brightly painted and decorated. Separate dining area and lots of cabinet and counter space.
The neighborhood provides opportunities for outdoor activities. Walk two blocks to the Gulfport Marina and Clam Bayou Nature Preserve. Watch dolphins, manatees, egrets, cranes, pelican, herons and other residents in their natural surroundings. Watch boats come and go from the marina. Enjoy a spectacular sunset or sunrise at the marina, or take a 15 minute walk to downtown Gulfport, the beach, restaurants, shops, the Casino, the dog park, playgrounds, benches and bench swings, waterfront ciruit traning, covered beach pavilions, live music, art galleries, dance lessons, a weekly fresh produce market and the trolley! Take a 10-minute drive to downtown St Pete to Tropicana Field, Baywalk and The Pier.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central heat/air plus ceiling fans. Lots of windows.
- Linens Provided : Seasonal blankets and throws & comforters. Kitchen towels and place mats. Bedding for all beds and sleeper sofa. Ample bath towels and bath mat. Beach towels provided.
- Washer : Front-loading washer inside the house.
- Dryer : Dyer is located inside the house.
- Covered Parking : Covered parking attached to the house. Room for 1 - 2 vehicles.
- Off Street Parking : Additional parking on street is available and does not require a permit.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Parking on street in front of property can accommodate a boat.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : New Denver Durango mattress!
- Double Bed : New Denver Durango mattress!
- Convertible Bed : Queen Sleeper sofa and bedding.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Digital cable including on demand channels.
- DVD
- Shared Pool : Community pool 4 miles away at the St Pete Beach Family Aquatic Center. Check it out!!!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Lots of counter space available in this kitchen. Separate dining room. The large wood table includes an expansion leaf for additional seating.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Microwave, teapot, coffee pot with filters, basic pantry items, hand soap, dishwashing liquid, plates, water glasses, flatware, wide slot toaster, blender, bowls, highball glasses, coffee cups, wine glasses, martini glasses, champagne glasses, 13x9 baking dish, French white 8 piece set, cookie sheet with silpat, jelly roll pan, measuring spoons and cups, saucepans with lids, fry pans with lid, paring knife, rubber spatula, colander, soup ladle, tongs, cake pans, vegetable peeler, rolling pin, pie pan, cutting board, can/bottle opener, glass and plastic pitchers, wine corkscrew, pizza cutter, ice cream scoop, pot holders, kitchen towels, juicer, ice cream/dessert dishes, waffle maker, mixer, coffee grinder, pasty blender, thermometer, wire whisk, French press, splatter screens, cheese graters, sifter, stainless mixing bowl set, loaf pan, jar opener, Turner, silicone brush, microplane zester, veggie scrub brush, 8x8 baking pan, muffin pan, plastic drinking glasses, juice glasses, food st
- Refrigerator : Large side by side with icemaker.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : May be available. Please inquire.
- Deck/Patio : Lovely, large deck and patio area. Lovely outdoor lighting and pond nestled in the tropical plantings. Grapefruit tree provides tasty fruit in season. Patio table and chairs.
- Communications
- Telephone : Two cordless phones with speaker phone capabilities. Full digital package - voicemail, caller ID and unlimited long-distance calling.
- Free Long Distance : Within US, Canada & Mexico
- Broadband Internet : Cable modem broadband Internet. Wireless access only.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High-speed
- Other Amenities
- Backyard is private and landscaped with tropical plantings. Quiet and scenic neighborhood, less than two blocks from the marina, Clam Bayou and Nature Park. Sailing lessons and dolphin watch cruises depart two blocks from the house! Iron/ironing board, hangers, alarm clock, games.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : With prior permission, refundable pet security deposit and small additional rental charges.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Shuffleboard
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Activities at the Marina are kayak rentals, sailing (rentals & lessons), windsurfing, fishing, dolphin-watch cruises, hiking at dog friendly Clam Bayou Nature Preserve, biking (with quick access to 40 mile long Pinellas Trail), Stellar sunrises & sunsets. Gulfport is also famous for its bi-monthly Art Walk (First Friday and Third Saturday of every month), Farmer's Market (seasonal) and many other annual events such as the Gheko Festival, Annual Night-time Lighted Christmas Boat Parade and Retro-Rama. Also close by is golfing, horseshoeing, Internet Cafe, Gulfport's Public Library, and fabulous Gulfport restaurants, many of which are located at the water's edge and feature live entertainment. Gulfport is a very active beach community and there is always something going on! Year-round! Twice-monthly Art Walk, weekly Tuesday market, monthly Green Market, and special events. Annual events include sailing regatta, 4th of July Sandcastle Contest, Lighted Boat Parade, Vintage Car Show, Ret
Rate Details (In US Dollars ONLY)
Nightly rates are available and are approx 1/5 the weekly rate. 3 night min.
May-July...$868/wk...$2,400/month.Rate includes taxes & cleaning
Aug-Nov...$801/wk...$1,800/month. Rate includes taxes & cleaning
Dec-Apr..$1,014/wk...$3,400/month. Rate incl taxes & 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 checks or personal checks.
Balance due 60 days prior to arrival. If < 60 days, then full amount.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Open Easter! Charming Harbor Mist - 2blks 2 Water - Wifi
Year Purchased: 2005
Property Photos
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- House front from arbor - St Pete Beach, Florida Gulf Coast
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- Additional Harbor Mist front view - St Pete Beach, Florida Gulf Coast
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- Living area - St Pete Beach, Florida Gulf Coast
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- Desk/sitting area off living room
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- Dining
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- Kitchen Galley
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- Plentiful counter space - 3 total
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- Master bedroom
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- Harbor Mist Sunshine Bedroom
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- Bathroom
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- Patio table
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- Backyard with deck, patio, grass, pond
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- Marina 2 blocks away
Traveler Reviews (11)
Relaxing Weekend
Guest: Pam & Joe
(Port St.Lucie, FL)
Date of Stay: 06/04/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/10
We enjoyed our stay ast Harbor Mist. It is well kept and comfortable. The kitchen is better equipped that most homes. We only stayed for three days so didn't have time to enjoy the additional comforts such as books, DVD and VCR tapes, and a two block walk to the Nature Preseve and Marina. Every one gave us complex directions to Gulfport town. Simple: Left out of driveway for the same two blocks, turn right and pass in front of Marina, about five minutes driving to the middle of town. Also we found the best restaurant. It is located in the town and called LaCote Basque Winehouse. Lovely decoration and friendly staff. .Prices were mostly $23.00 but they had a TWO for ONE-- maybe because of summer. We picked the coupon up the evening before. Because we were meeting a friend, we did a lot of research on dining locations. They were clearly impressed. Food was wonderful; price was fantastic.
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great little place, dog friendly, 2 blocks from a nice park and the Gulfport Marina
Guest: NordicSkiRacer
(Wixom, MI)
Date of Stay: 04/10/10
Review Submitted: 04/25/10
The house was in an older neighborhood in an older town. Inside was clean and well kept. The nice enclosed backyard was just big enough for our 35 lb border collie to romp around. There is also a deck and a gas grill (get there soon - we just filled the propane tank!). Two blocks away, next to the Gulfport Marina, is a great park to walk the dog - it even had a doggie water fountain! The Gulfport beach and downtown area is about 1 mile away - an easy drive or bike. There are many restaurants. We tried a couple: Ecco Bistro & Tapas (Beach Street) just a couple doors up from the Casino and Roman Gardens Ristorante (corner of Beach and Shore). Both allowed dogs on their sidewalk cafe - Roman Gardens even had a dedicated area for dog dinners! - and both provided a water dish for our dog. Both were good, but we went back to Roman Gardens twice and had great meals both times. Don't miss Ted Peters Smoked Fish restaurant (Gulfport Ave east to S. Pasadena south) - great smoked fish, the best German potato salad I ever had and kickin' coleslaw. Best individual-sized Key Lime Pie? Try Mid-Peninsula Seafood (400 49th Street South). Awesome! Also good fresh fish to cook on the grill, or have them cook it and take it home. During the day, we'd drive to the beautiful North Beach at Fort DeSoto County Park. My wife would sun on the beach while I ran,biked or inline skated. There are enough out-and-back paved bike trails and/or bike lanes in the park and access road to make a 20 mile bike loop. I also biked about 3 miles up 54th street to the Pinellas Trail - a 34 mile paved bike path that runs from St Petersburg to Clearwater. I headed west and north for a hour and a half out-and-back ride. Bridges went over major roads, with stop signs every mile or two for minor roads. Smooth pavement. Both Gulfport and Fort DeSoto have dog parks. Overall, the house was a great base camp and very pleasant for hanging out. I would recommend it, and if we were to vacation in Gulfport again, we would stay there.
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
Well equipped, clean, peaceful getaway.
Guest: Sajana
(Columbia, Maryland)
Date of Stay: 04/05/10
Review Submitted: 04/19/10
Our family enjoyed staying here. We had breakfast every morning in the beautiful back yard. Very clean, well appointed, home-away-from-home at a reasonable price.
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/15/09
Review Submitted: 07/15/09
Harbor Mist was the perfect getaway for the 3 of us this summer. The house was very cheerful, clean, well-equipted and maintained and the privacy-fenced backyard with its dolphin fountain and tropical landscaping was especially pleasant. This is the second time we have stayed at one of Beth's vacation rentals and we're very impressed with her attention to detail in creating a cozy beach retreat for her guests. We really appreciated her e-mail a couple of weeks before our visit detailing activities we might be interested in over the 4th of July weekend. Gulfport is a really friendly town full of wonderful restaurants with pet-friendly patios and their 1st Friday Artwalks are a fun way to spend the evening. We look forward to returning to Harbor Mist and Gulfport for many summer to come! Thanks Beth!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/08/09
We have stayed at Harbor Mist on two occasions, for about a month each time, and have found it to be excellent vacation accommodation. It is well fitted out with everything you could need, and comes too with a very private and attractive yard and decking out back. It's just a short walk to a little harbour area and a point looking out across Boca Ciega Bay where we enjoyed viewing some great sunsets! Recommended!
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Guest: Johnnie Lynn & Bill Romine
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Date of Stay: 04/07/09
Review Submitted: 04/07/09
Harbor Mist was a comfortable house. It was very clean and has a well stocked kitchen for cooking. It has a nice fenced in backyard with a pond. There was sufficient bedding and towels. The beds were comfortable. The Guest Book that has been compiled is very helpful with lots of info. There is info about the appliances as well as maps of the area and things to do. The house had many movies to watch along with reading material. The house is located 2 blocks from the bays' Yacht Club. Across from the docks is a Nature Preserve for walking and walking the dogs. Gulfport is very dog friendly. Our dogs enjoyed the backyard and walks to the park. As golfers, Mangrove Bay is a nice golf course in St. Petersburg.- There is a par 3 course just a few miles away. Gulfport is a small quaint town. The libray is nice for using the computer. There is an art fair the first Friday and last Sat of every month. This is on Beach Blvd the main street. There is a Farmer's market every Tuesday with music and arts and crafts. Many good restaurants on Beach Blvd. Gilfport has a small municipal beach and St. Pete Beach and Pass-A-Grille beach are close too. The convenience to I-275 made it nice for us to get to Sarasota, Venice and other points of interest. Entered by Beth on behalf of the guests due to technical difficulties!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/05/09
We stayed for a week over the Christmas Holidays 2008-2009. 2 adults and 2 children, age 5 and 8. The location was great for us and the house was very clean, with nice landscaping. We took a fabulous 1 day dolphin cruise from the harbor which was 2 blocks away, ask for Captin Rick I think. We walked to downtown Gulfport for dinner. We did drive to Gulfport beach even though it was very close too, because with kids, too much to carry. It was not far to St. Pete's Beach either. The neighborhood is very sweet. It was nice to have a full size bar-b-que pit too, we grilled while the boys searched for tad poles in the pond/fountain in the fenced in backyard. There was also a movie library to choose from. We will come again soon! Thank you Beth and Sally for your friendly hospitality.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07
Review Submitted: 08/18/07
we had such a wonderful stay at harbor mist. we really enjoyed all of the personal touches, especially the guide book with all of the local information and the extremely well-equipped kitchen! we hope to come back soon!
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07
Review Submitted: 08/17/07
My husband and I took our 18 month old son to Gulfport for a few days this summer and we were lucky to find this place. It's not on the beach, but it so close that it's better because of the much lower price. We were on Sunset Beach & Madeira Beach within 5 minutes of driving and anything you need is very nearby. The cottage was very clean (what I look for) and organized. It was the perfect size for our family of 3 or comfortably 4 people. The fenced-in backyard was great to let our son run around outside without escaping. =) We give it a thumbs up for your vacation needs!
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