Vacation Rentals by Owner

Modest outside, but a real hidden gem.

Guest: Sam (Tallahassee)
Date of Stay: 05/12/12 Review Submitted: 05/15/12

Gulfport has a real charm, and many small but high quality restaurants and arts. Easy access to the beaches or downtown St Pete, and only 19 min to Tampa IAP. Enjoyed our stay - comfortable and updated furnishings.

Recommended for:Pet owners

loved it!

Guest: Kate (Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/28/11 Review Submitted: 10/14/11

Clean beautiful house. I went with my sister and nieces. The way the house it set up allowed them and us to have our space (two bathroom also helped). I loved the area. I talked to a local who said it was what the Keys used to be like. Gulf port beach leaves a lot to be desired but lovely beaches are just short drive away. I would rent this house again!

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

We Loved Our One Week Dolphin House Vacation

Guest: Patrick (Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 03/22/11 Review Submitted: 03/30/11

We just returned from a wonderful one week stay at Dolphin House. We enjoyed our stay immensely and appreciated the owner's attention to detail. The home might not be new but it is very well-maintained, and we found it to be spotless when we arrived. We appreciated that it was stocked with all the basics we needed and the wi-fi network was much appreciated and quite reliable. We had no problem accessing it with our laptop and Apple Touch. The pictures associated with this listing do a good job matching reality. We loved how the house is divided into two distinct areas. It made being there a week with the in-laws quite comfortable because we never felt like we on top of each other. The home's floor plan is sensible. We also loved sitting out front and watching people walk up and down the quite street. The proximity to Gulfport beach and local bars/restaurants is great. We also loved using the modern and super clean community center pool in St. Pete. Our best local meal was Smokin' J's BBQ on Gulfport Blvd. which is less than a mile from the house - it's authentic Texas BBQ with fantastic brisket and pulled pork. We would gladly return to Dolphin House and will recommend it to friends.

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

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/05/09 Review Submitted: 06/05/09

We stayed here the week before Memorial day. Very nice, well kept and roomy house. The backyard is very quiet and peaceful. Just a short walk to the shops and restaurants in Gulfport.

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Guest: Sharon Taylor (The Villages, FL)
Date of Stay: 05/05/09 Review Submitted: 05/05/09

I had the pleasure of taking my Daughter and her 4 closest Girlie friends for a Sweet Sixteen Birthday party weekend!!! The Dolphin house was a great house that offered enough room for all six of us. The neighborhood was quite and safe wich is important when your on vacation. The Girls loved the house and will never forget this weekend! Beth was great at e-mailing and answering any questions I had before and during our stay. Thank you again for everything. (p.s. The vacume is in the closet just incase your kids get in a silly string war!!!!!!)

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Guest: brian lehr (jacksonville florida)
Date of Stay: 05/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/03/09

we loved the dolphin house and all it had to offer. the location was the best. the separate living areas were perfect for when our kids came.we have decided to make this our new vacation destination

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

Beth & Sally: Thank you very much for your hospitality and stay. We loved our month at the Dolphin House and everything could not have been better. The Grand Kids that came down had a ball at Disney, the beach and the house. Jack, our dog, loved the back yard. We really loved the house and appreciated your caring. Bonnie & Harlan Kolsrud ________________________________________

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/21/07

My family recently spent 2 weeks in Dolphin House and we had a wonderful time! It's a perfect beach house, in a great location for all of the action in St. Pete and the beaches. Sally and Beth do a nice job of making sure that you have plenty of information about the area. The house is well appointed and clean, and it felt like "home" immediately. We'll be back!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/07 Review Submitted: 08/16/07

THIS HOUSE HAD MORE THAN ENOUGH ROOM FOR EVERYONE. WHEN I GO ON VACATION IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO FIND HOME AWAY FROM HOME.THIS HOUSE TRULY WAS. WE ALL HAD AN AMAZING TIME DURING OUR STAY.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/01/06 Review Submitted: 12/11/06

This was a great rental - not only is the house darling, full of amenities and conveniences, short walk to the beach and the adorable main street of Gulf Port - but the owners have also put together guide books and tourist ideas, and gone out of their way to make sure we had a great stay. This is place is a real gem!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/01/06 Review Submitted: 12/08/06

Wonderful place to stay! Great floor plan for friends and families and very convenient for various activities. House is very clean and well equiped with everything. Also close to several major attractions. Highly recommend!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/30/06

Excellent Place to Stay. Great location well kept house. Great prices. Would highly recommend to everyone.It wa a home away from home.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/27/06

We rented Dolphin House for a month and felt immediately "at home". The house is spacious, comfortable and had everything we needed for an extended stay. The back yard is beautifully landscaped and private. Gulfport is a hidden treasure that compares to nowhere else I have been. We intend to make Gulfport and Dolphin House an annual event!

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