Location: St. Pete Beach, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (20 min Tampa airport, 30 min Ft Desoto, 10 min StPete dwntwn) View Map
Accommodations: House, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: House
The Sand Dollar will delight you the moment you arrive. Spacious, private second-story apartment with Wood Floors and 12 windows! 1-bedroom, 1-bath styled in casual island elegance and is in a secluded location in the heart of Gulfport's Art/Beach district.
The Master bedroom has 4 windows, a large walk-in closet, two dressers, two night-stands, double French doors to living room and television. The galley-style kitchen has 3 windows and a separate eating area. Glass-door upper cabinets in the antique built-in hutch.
High ceilings and plentiful windows give this generously proportioned second-floor apartment a very spacious feel. Beautiful double French doors separate the living room and bedroom. The airy, updated bath has a generous shower. Large, walk-in closet in the bedroom. Movies and books are yours to enjoy during your stay. Microwave, coffee pot, blender, mixer and all kitchen, bath and bed linens provided.
Creamy whites in the kitchen and bath compliment the tropical Bamboo Stalk green covering the living and bedroom walls. Wicker and rattan furnishings create lush, tropical beach surroundings.
NEW WALK-IN TILE SHOWER IN DECEMBER 2010!
Although the apartment is on the second floor, the space below is not occupied. Stairs may not be suitable for very small children.
Location
Just one and a half blocks from Williams Pier and sunny Gulfport Beach, this generously landscaped and lit property is private and quiet, yet ideally located in the heart of it all. Come watch the dolphins play, or the egrets and herons fish. Listen to the call of seagulls or the wild green parrots that frequent the neighborhood.
Located just a short 2 blocks away are a variety of restaurants and shops, one of which even has the local post office inside! Gulfport's library is but a few blocks away and if you fell like shopping you can take the City bus service to Tyrone Mall. It stops just two blocks from The Sand Dollar. Take the Gulfport/St Pete Beach Connector Trolley for access to all the Gulf Beaches. Or try your hand (or feet!) at salsa or ballroom dancing at the Gulfport Casino. And still another attraction is Hickman's Theatre, with live plays. Regardless of the time of year you come to visit, you'll find something fun and exciting to do.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central heat and air plus lots of windows and ceiling fans!
- Linens Provided : We provide bedding, all kitchen and bath linens, towels, mats, including beach towels.
- Washer : Washer is in separate laundry room downstairs with washing sink, dryer and half bath.
- Dryer : Dryer is downstairs in separate laundry room with large washing sink, washing machine and half bath.
- Off Street Parking : Two spots in gated area.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : small boat. Please inquire.
- Beds
- King Bed : Comfortable king bed in large bedroom with lovely wood floors. Three tall windows in bedroom with woven roman shades.
- Convertible Bed : Queen sleeper sofa and bedding.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Brighthouse digital cable and music.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : DVDs and VCRs available.
- Shared Pool : Close to St Pete Family Aquatic Center. Terrific facility for family swimming year-round
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Galley kitchen with wood floors and table for 4 in breakfast nook. Window from breakfast nook to screened porch. Two additional windows in kitchen for excellent cooking light!
- 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
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Private, gated, parking and patio area designed with concrete pavers. Tropical landscaping, nightime lighting. Palm trees.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High-speed
- Other Amenities
- Beautiful Wood Floors, Ceiling Fans, Sun Porch, Fenced Yard, New Tropical Plantings and Landscape Lighting. New beautiful walk-in tile shower in December 2010.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : With prior permission, refundable pet security deposit and small additional rental charges
- Not Suitable for Children : Not suitable for very young children. The Sand Dollar is on the second floor and is accessible only by stairs. (The first floor is used for storage.)
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 18
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking inside the property, including the screened sun porch.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Shuffleboard
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Other Activities
- Dolphin watch cruises, sunset cruises, sailing lessons and sailboat charters, fishing charters, glass blowing classes, dance lessons at Gulfport Casino are all available in the immediate area! Plus Green Farmer's Market Tuesday mornings at the Art Village, Artwalk twice monthly, live music available at most local eateries on weekends. Dog park 2 blocks away. Industrial arts center with classes. Easy drive to Busch Gardens and Disney. Have a beach and theme park combo vacation!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nightly rates are available and are approx 1/5 the weekly rate. 3 night min.
May-July...$778/wk...$2,000/month. Rate includes taxes & cleaning.
Aug-Nov...$711/wk...$1,700/month. Rate includes taxes & cleaning.
Dec-Apr...$946/wk...$3,200/month. Rate includes taxes & cleaning.
Deposit to resrve $300 to $500, depending on length of stay.
Shorter stays (less than 1 week) available. Please call or email!
Accept PayPal, credit cards 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
Year Purchased: 2003
Property Photos
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- View from Bedroom - St. Pete Beach Vacation Rental
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- Living Room - St. Pete Beach Vacation Rental
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- Sand Dollar Living Area - St. Pete Beach Vacation Rental
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- Galley kitchen
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- Sand Dollar large bedroom with walk-in closet
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- Lovely bathroom
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- New walk-in tile shower 2010
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- Work area
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- Sand Dollar Sun Porch
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- Sand Dollar from top of stairs
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- Large private patio area. Room for dining, lounging, grilling.
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- Patio & parking area
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- Beach picnic area
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- Pier 2 blocks away
Traveler Reviews (17)
Sand Dollar
Guest: Martina
(Germany)
Date of Stay: 04/16/11
Review Submitted: 04/26/11
We stayed in the Sand Dollar 16-20th April 2011. Property was very clean and ready for our stay. There was washing up liquid, toilet paper, hand soap,paper towels, towels, beach towels, coffee machine filters, toster, kettle plus loads more - so really everything you need for few days away. The master bedroom bed was very comfy and our 5 year old daughter slept on the pull out bed in the living room without any complains. Beth was really helpful - during booking, answering our questions or finding sand toys for our daughter - Thank you Beth! Beaches we have visited - Forte de Soto (North-was voted beach of 2005) and also Anna Maria Island - both under 30 minutes away. Also there was a nice "International Mall" about 25 minutes away and nice outlet village "Ellenton Premium Outlets" 35 minutes drive. If you looking for a place with personal touch and easy access to nice places this it the listing - From Mark, Martina and Madi from Germany
Recommended for:Girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Terri, West Texas
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Date of Stay: 11/07/10
Review Submitted: 01/16/11
We stayed for a week in this lovely unit. We found it comfortable, and nicely decorated. The closet had plenty of room. The kitchen was nice with all the utensils you could want. The screened in porch was a nice plus to eat breakfast or just relax. You are located just a few blocks from the beach, dog park, and the unit is located in an older Gulfport artstic/bohemian neighborhood. This is a plus for great shopping, museums, and fun locals to interact with. We loved our time there exploring restaurants, shopping, and walking around in the beautiful weather of Gulfport.
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Enjoyed our stay.
Guest: Tony U
(Wabash, IN)
Date of Stay: 04/02/10
Review Submitted: 05/02/10
My wife and 3 of our kids enjoyed a nice, relaxing stay at the Sand Dollar. Location was safe and within driving distance of most of the major area beaches. The place was quaint and nicely kept. We had everything we needed right there. Only a short walk from Gulfport Beach and the restaurants there. A Walmart and grocery store was within a few miles. Beth and her mom were very nice to work with. We enjoyed our stay.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
A very cozy vacation apartment
Guest: iankles
(Ottawa, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/15/09
Review Submitted: 04/30/10
We have just completed our 3rd visit to the Sand Dollar. It is located in a very quiet area yet only a block or two to several restaurants, the Gulfport waterfront, dog park and city library. The Sand Dollar is very well maintained with a great private patio area. The availability brochures for restaurants, area attractions, and telephone and wi-fi and washer & dryer makes for a very pleasant vacation
Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners.
Wonderful Sand Dollar
Guest: From 2007 visit
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Date of Stay: 04/30/09
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
We recently had the pleasure of staying at the "Sand Dollar" during the last week in July. It was everything we could have asked for and more! For such a reasonable price we were offered not only a beautiful house, but wonderful hospitality by the owner, who did everything to make our visit as enjoyable as possible. We certainly would reccommend booking a visit to the Sand Dollar, as we hope to return in the future!
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Repeat guests
Guest: Bob
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Date of Stay: 04/29/09
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
We rented last April and we are returning. We were apprehensive about renting on line, but everything turned out to be just perfect-house was clean, convenient, charming and cared for. Sally couldn't have been more helpful in getting us settled and giving us "the lay of the land".
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Coming back for a 4th season
Guest: Ian
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Date of Stay: 01/19/10
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
Wonderful accommodation, very well equipped and maintained. Very quiet and private property with a lovely patio for relaxing. Location is excellent with interesting shops, good restaurants, entertainment,the beach and the dog park very close by. Looking forward to returning next year.
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Greetings from Montreal
Guest: January 2009 rental
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Date of Stay: 04/28/09
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
We travel alot, and rent quite often apartments because we just love to feel like we live there, and the way the apartment is decorated, you can easily feel like its your own house. It is located in the old Gulfport artstic/bohemian neighborhood. The kitchen was very well equiped, so for cooking lovers, you'll find everything you need! The heating/AC system kept the house's temperature at the same degree (very efficient). The house was pretty spacious and we slept very well in the King size bed! One of our biggest fear in travelling in Florida, are the cockroaches, or as they call them, Palmetto bugs. To our wonderful surprise....we haven't found any! The backyard is huge and pretty, and you can park one or 2 cars in there!
Recommended for:
Artsy Gulfport
Guest: Betsy Heskew
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Date of Stay: 05/27/09
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
We were very pleased with the apartment. Very clean, beautifully decorated with wood floors. Lots of closet space, comfortable bed, and a well-equipped kitchen. The apartment is two blocks from an interesting artsy area of Gulfport, FL. We enjoyed the many eating establishments, bars with good music, and little shops. We highly recommend this rental.
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