Don't want the crowded condo experience with noisy neighbors having condo parties & dealing with lugging beach supplies & groceries up multiple flights of stairs? Don't want to share a public pool with a bunch of kids peeing in it & whatever other germs they have? Don't want to be subjected to a crowded condo or hotel complex? Then this private, stand-alone three bedroom, two bath,1938 bungalow with a private combo plunge pool & spa, charming original cypress walls, & tons of amenities not offered at other properties is for you!
***UNIQUENESS OF THE PROPERTY*** This is one of the last original bungalows left on Madeira Beach from 1938. Most of the other bungalows have been torn down to make way for condos or multi-million dollar houses. The walls are pecky cypress. Pecky cypress is a rare and highly sought after type of cypress popular for the uniqueness in its amazing organic three dimensional textural character. Most people fall in love with it when they see it. These are from true old growth cypress that were cut down in the early 1900s and is estimated to be anywhere from 250 to 2,500 years old. There are still old growth cypress trees here in Florida as old as 3,500 years old!
We have taken quite a bit of time and effort to add touches to the bungalow that pay homage to the history of the bungalow. As you wander the bungalow, you will find many original pictures and advertising for Madeira Beach from 1938 (the year it was built), the 40s, 50, and 60s. We try to provide you a glimpse of what the bungalow was like back then as you are taken back in time with the advertisements for a completely equipped kitchen for $4 a week, a brand new deluxe car for $685 or a new house for $5,000. You will be able to read about the current events of 1938. Then you can start to feel yourself stepping back in time as you soak in the history. You can imagine how the previous owners used the collapsible walls to create open and closed floor plans. Therefore, it seems they were ahead of their time. So if you prefer a sterile condo, this is not the property for you. If you can appreciate the history of the bungalow with the pecky cypress walls, parquet flooring and the collapsible walls, then this is the place for you!
The kitchen comes with white shaker cabinets, pearl white quartz counter tops, mother of pearl backsplash, Restoration Hardware pendant lighting, capiz shell dining room chandelier, converted ship port holes for the main bathroom medicine cabinet, and tons of cool decor for the kids in the bunk bed room such as antique underwater demolition signage, sharks, blow fish, and so much more. You will be entertained for hours just checking out all the unique items in the house.
We also have the some sister properties you may enjoy. https://www.vrbo.com/4879546 This is our 4 bedroom/2 bath 1940 retro lavender beach house with a huge 32x16 inground pool in Madeira Beach. https://www.vrbo.com/4879549 This is our 3 bedroom/2 bath 1951 retro pink beach house right over the John's Pass bridge in Treasure Island. https://www.vrbo.com/4879548 This is our 2 bedroom/1 bath 1951 retro blue beach bungalow right over the John's Pass bridge in Treasure Island.
The bungalow is located literally just 50 feet from the white sands of Madeira Beach. So you will be waking up to the sound of waves lapping onto the shore. Be in the center of it all, but with privacy in your own home that has views of the beach & the crystal blue water of the Gulf from the living room, dining room, kitchen & a peek-a-boo view from the back 45 foot by 13 foot deck. The 1st picture is your view of the beach as you look out the large living room widows under the elevated house that is in front of the bungalow. Please note that pictures 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 shows your view from the bungalow living room of the beach under the elevated house in front of the bungalow. The white floor area & pool in those pictures is the elevated house's private area. Your patio/deck area is 45 feet by 13 feet as shown in pictures 21-26 along with the plunge pool. Please read the entire description for more information.
***3 BEDROOMS/2 FULL BATHS*** Included in this 1,300 square foot beach house are 3 bedrooms (Bedroom #1 is a king, Bed #2 is a queen size bed for two people and Bed #3 is full sized bunk beds which can accommodate 2 people in each bed). The kitchen is open concept with a breakfast bar. As you can see from the pictures, pretty much everything was recently renovated.
***HUGE DECK WITH A PRIVATE PLUNGE POOL & SPA*** There is also a private 600 square foot deck off the back of the house with a dining table and chairs for 4 and 2 chaise lounge chairs for sun bathing or just relaxing as shown in pictures 24-26. We also have something that no other private house with beach views has that is less than $850 a night...a private plunge pool that is 16' x 8' x 50" deep that has an integrated hot tub for you to enjoy while checking out the beach views! Do you think it is gross to swim in a condo or hotel public pool with kids peeing in it and whatever else germs they have? So do we! So keep your family & vacation safe by keeping things private. This outdoor oasis is bigger than most condos! This realistically gives you 1,900 square feet a living space between indoor & outdoor! **Please note**, we ask that you respect that we have neighbors who live here year round & who live 10 feet away. I am sure part of the reason you are renting our property is for the privacy & peace and quiet of being in a residential neighborhood versus a noisy hotel or condo complex. So we just ask that the noise levels are respectful of our full time neighbors. We also have a local ordinance which governs a 9 pm curfew for commercial pools. All children under 18 must be supervised by someone 18 years or older at all times in the pool area. We appreciate your cooperation.
***AMENITIES - PADDLE BOARD, KAYAK, CARTS, PRIVATE WASHER/DRYER, BEACH UMBRELLA, BEACH CHAIRS, PLUS MUCH MORE!*** The property also boasts a fully equipped kitchen, smart flat screen TVs, Sling streaming TV & free high speed internet. All linens and kitchen utensils are provided. A private washer & dryer are available for your use inside the bungalow unlike the condos which you have to pay $4 per wash & dry your clothes in a dingy common area laundry room. We also include a laundry detergent saving you more money & making your stay more hassle-free! One parking space is included. Ask about options if you need a 2nd. We do also include beach chairs, beach towels, beach umbrella, boogie boards, & swim noodles for your enjoyment. Since we provide you items like beach chairs & umbrellas (most other rentals do not include the large umbrellas & beach chairs), you will save the $5 per day, per chair beach chair rental fee or the $15 per day umbrella rental fee charged on the beach! What's more is we are now including a beach cart to make getting all of your beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, coolers, toys, etc to the beach a breeze. Condos can't offer all these extras as they don't have the storage space for all these extra items. We also now are including one paddle board which normally rent for $100 per day. In addition, they are a high-end paddle board which coverts into a kayak with the kayak attachment. Kayaks also rent for roughly $60 per day. We also have a special paddle board cart so you can easily get them to the beach. So we save you tons of money in rental fees & laundry fees that can potentially cover the cost of your rental!
***LOCATION & LOCAL ACTIVITIES*** You just can't beat the location for convenience either as John's Pass is only 3 blocks away! It is within walking distance to several fine dining opportunities. Thus, you can easily make do without a car.
Historic John's Pass Village is only 3 blocks away with a host of entertainment options including; many great beach bar and grills, nightly live music, wine tasting, dolphin tours, jet ski rentals, parasailing, sunset boat tours, alligator petting exhibit, pirate ship cruise, & so much more. Dining options 3 blocks away are also plentiful such as Bubba Gump, The Friendly Fisherman, The Pirate's Den, The Rusty Anchor, Mad Beach Craft Brewing, Gators & more! Don't pass up the opportunity to take a stroll over the Madeira Beach Bridge for some great views.
***UNIQUENESS OF THE PROPERTY*** So a little more about the uniqueness of the property. It is one of the last original bungalows left on Madeira Beach from 1938. Most of the other bungalows have been torn down to make way for condos or multi-million dollar houses. The walls are pecky cypress. Pecky cypress is a rare and highly sought after type of cypress popular for the uniqueness in its amazing organic three dimensional textural character. Most people fall in love with it when they see it. These are from true old growth cypress that were cut down in the early 1900s and is estimated to be anywhere from 250 to 2,500 years old. There are still old growth cypress trees here in Florida as old as 3,500 years old!
We have taken quite a bit of time and effort to add touches to the bungalow that pay homage to the history of the bungalow. As you wander the bungalow, you will find many original pictures and advertising for Madeira Beach from 1938 (the year it was built), the 40s, 50, and 60s. We try to provide you a glimpse of what the bungalow was like back then as you are taken back in time with the advertisements for a completely equipped kitchen for $4 a week, a brand new deluxe car for $685 or a new house for $5,000. You will be able to read about the current events of 1938. Then you can start to feel yourself stepping back in time as you soak in the history. You can imagine how the previous owners used the collapsible walls to create open and closed floor plans. Therefore, it seems they were ahead of their time. So if you prefer a sterile condo, this is not the proper
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About the neighborhood
Madeira Beach
Located in Madeira Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Pass-a-Grille Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Treasure Island Fun Center, or check out an event or a game at Tropicana Field. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Madeira Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Hubbards Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
St. Petersburg Municipal Beach at Treasure Island - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Delosa's Pizza - 9 min walk
Hooters - 11 min walk
Bamboo Beach Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
Sculley's Restaurant - 10 min walk
Caddy's Madeira Beach - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?
As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd on May 12, 2026 start from $379, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd located?
Nestled on the beach, this Madeira Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Madeira Beach and Belleair Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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The property was perfect for my family along with my brother’s family-there was a total of 8 of us. The home had a nice charm to it and being right on the beach was the best part of our stay. The host responds quickly and was so nice! We will definitely book this spot again!
Literally took my breath away when I opened the door. It was better than expected! It was evident that someone paid much detail in selecting the decor; they must have had a great time! It was perfect and the beach was only steps away with a view from the couch
This charming bungalow was perfect for a weekend getaway with friends. Fantastic beach access and easy walking distance to the strand of local shops and restaurants. Would stay again!
This bungalow was perfect for our Thanksgiving week getaway! Location was perfect, right on the beach and a very short walk to John’s Pass. Bob was very accommodating. We would love to stay again!
The host was very kind and hospitable. The place was awesome; right by the beach, in a nice safe area, clean, and had a unique character due to its decor. I would love tor stay here again
The entire property was exactly what we wanted a quaint beach getaway. Bob the host was outstanding and the property had everything we could ever think of needed.for our stay. Excellent getaway
Great location. The beach was awesome. Wesawa bunch of dolphins. The local area had a great atmosphere. Lots of surf shops and all sorts of great restaurants.
We had a great time at the beach bungalow. It was wonderful to be able to walk out the door and be at the beach anytime of day. I would definitely recommend it!
Great property and even better host! I cannot say enough about the host, he made sure we had everything we needed and went way above any of our expectations when we had a huge delay in our flights. Property is amazing beach front with amazing beach and ocean views. The sand is but steps away.
Bungalow was great and right close to the beach which made our beach days super easy. Love that we didn’t have to clean up and strip down beds at the end of our stay.
Don't want to deal with all the noise of renting a condo? Then sit back and relax in the privacy only a stand-alone home can offer at our beach bungalow which is steps to the white sands of Madeira Beach.
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