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Villa in classic 1925 beach house

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A dining area with a table and chairs, a view of the beach, and a television on the left.
A beachfront property with a central house featuring a sloped roof, surrounded by a pool, palm trees, and a sandy beach.
An aerial view of a coastal resort with beachfront properties, a marina, and a large hotel.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a view of the ocean.
An outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, blue cushioned chairs, a white table, and a covered section with string lights.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

3 piece bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Villa in classic 1925 beach house

Unbeatable Views.
This is our most requested apartment for the romantic getaway. 8 tall windows overlook the beach and the Gulf of Mexico from the second floor of the big house. Lie in bed in the morning and watch the sand pipers and the beach combers. Dine in the evening at the table for two and enjoy the most beautiful red sunsets into the ocean. Our guest book is full of rave reviews. This is the best of Old Florida.

Room features queen size pillow top bed, fully equipped kitchen, Large flat screen TV, free WiFi, microwave, air conditioning, and queen sofa size hide-a-bed in the living room.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1 vehicle

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3233139vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Indian Shores

Located in Indian Shores, this condo is 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 Sand Key Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Russell Stadium or TD Ballpark. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 55 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 55 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Anecdote Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Voila Merci - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa in classic 1925 beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa in classic 1925 beach house?

As of 20 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa in classic 1925 beach house on 10 Oct, 2026 start from S$1,902, 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.

How much is parking at Villa in classic 1925 beach house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa in classic 1925 beach house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa in classic 1925 beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa in classic 1925 beach house located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Belleair Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. View was incredible.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Hard to beat that view, Michael, and we never get tired of it either. Glad the apartment had what you needed. Come on back and stay a little longer next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the beach!

We had a great time at this property. Yes, the property is aged but has great charm. Great value to be directly on the beach and very well stocked with floats, chairs, beach toys and carts to carry out all. Will definitely say again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Aged is fair, Larry, we will not argue. The house turned a hundred and we are working on it steadily while trying to keep the character that makes people like it. Glad the carts, floats and chairs got some use, that is why they are there. Come back and see us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Besch

Life is made simple. We just enjoyed living for even a few days on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
"Life is made simple." Jeffrey, that may be the best description of this place anyone has written, and we may borrow it. A few days of nothing but the water is the point. Come back and stay longer next time.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a good stay. The mattress needs replaced. It was like sleeping on an uneven barn floor. We were able to sleep with the windows open and hear the ocean all night which was awesome. We brought our own pillows which was a big plus , because the pillows provided were dirty. They smelled like someones dirty unwashed head and had stains on them. Those were the only two things that were horrible. The bathroom floor was sticky , which was weird. We wore our slippers inside after that.
View from the bed.
The beach in the backyard was awesome !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Cindy, the pillows are the part I cannot let stand. Stained, and smelling like somebody else's head, that is a housekeeping failure with no excuse attached to it, and the sticky bathroom floor is the same story. We have since dealt with the pillows and with that mattress. I am glad the windows still open and that you got the sound of the Gulf all night, that is the one thing about this old house we would never trade away.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Last minute pick.

We were happy to find a spot to extend our Florida stay for 1 more week. The unit itself was very clean, but in need of some TLC. I have to say that it was well equipped and the location and view could not be beat. Though there were many beach chairs and outdoor seating available, the property is clearly in need of some purging. There was an issue with the hot water in the kitchen and bathroom sink. The owner was quick to respond but we agreed to make due as there was hot water in the shower and we had no desire to sit around and wait for the plumber.Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Jenny, thank you for a fair read. You are right that the property needs purging, we have collected beach chairs, umbrellas and odds and ends for decades and it got away from us. Sorry about the hot water at the kitchen and bathroom sinks. This is an old house and as we explained it takes a few minutes for the hot water to reach. You should not have had to make do on your own vacation. Glad the view, the beach gear and the kitchen held up, and glad you got that extra Florida week.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Lack of communication.

We never received our information needed for arrival. Called the number provided to us and we were told they didn’t handle the property anymore. The gentleman was very kind to give us the owners number. As Curtis said to us, “You are very lucky to reach me as I am hiking with my family and cell reception is very poor in some of the canyons in Colorado. I guess we were lucky. I try not to run with my luck and our need for the information was necessary for our stay. Work to be done. Location is the best. Beach is beautiful and we did have a nice time. When we try to get away from stress, it was a shaky start at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Jeffrey, you should never have pulled up without your arrival information, and you certainly should not have had to work through a phone number that no longer went anywhere and a bad canyon signal to get it. That was our failure during a change in management, and it is a lousy start to a week you drove a long way for. We have since improved our check-in process so arrival information goes out automatically and does not depend on anyone answering a phone. I am glad the beach still came through for you, and if you give us another try I will make sure the arrival end of it is boring and easy. Curtis
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and overall experience

Perfect beach location. The house is older and shows some wear and tear but the room was clean and had all the essentials. Worth it to be a few steps from the sand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Thank you Kyle. The house has been taking salt air since 1925. Clean and fully stocked is the part we do not let slip, so I am glad that came through. A few steps from the sand is the whole trade, and we think it is worth it too. Come see us again. Wes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Five stars with no words at all still makes our morning, Jonathon. Thank you for staying with us at the old house. The door is open whenever you want the beach again.

About the host

Hosted by Curtis Wes Westphal

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I grew up here living with my grandparents. They bought Sun N Fun for $28,000 in 1968, My wife Kathy and I bought it from them for $335,000 in 1998 so they could retire. As Tampa grew the rich and famous have discovered our unique Gulf to Bay location on the island. Sending property values soaring and with that a $43,000 property tax bill. Stay here and know you are helping to save these treasures from Old Florida.

Why they chose this property

Boyhood home. Good memories of sun, sand, and surf. Indian Rocks Beach is a small seaside community with good restaurants, vacation rentals from the 1920's and a vibe that brings you back year after year.

What makes this property unique

Florida Gulf Coast beachfront rentals at Grandma’s island beach house from the summer of 1925. The large home and carriage house are now converted into 6 Gulf front villas featuring full kitchens, pillow top beds, and fantastic views. Awarded one of the highest scores on the beach by Superior Small Lodging. Kids love an old place surrounded by water. We are small and personable. Gulf of Mexico and private white sand beach are right out your door. Wade out to the shallow sandbar to explore for shells and sand dollars. Or walk across the street to watch the yachts go by and fish in the bay. Old Timers call this part of the island "The Narrows" where the sand is just wide enough for a single row of homes.

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