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The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete

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A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a dining table, and a surfboard on the wall.
A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and dining area.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a covered table, and a large tree providing shade.
A building with a sign reading 'The Sand Dollar Gulfport, FL,' surrounded by trees and gravel.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulfport, FL
  • Place, Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Casino
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete

The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete

Nestled in the heart of Gulfport, The Sand Dollar is a bright and peaceful bungalow offering a relaxing retreat. Ideally located between Gulfport and downtown St. Petersburg, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds—peaceful surroundings with easy access to local attractions.

The spacious and inviting interior is complemented by beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces, perfect for lounging or dining al fresco. The fully fenced yard and courtyard provide added privacy and comfort.

Easy Access & Parking:
The bungalow is conveniently accessed from the alley between the avenues. On-site parking is available for one vehicle, or two small/compact cars.

Your Florida Getaway Awaits:
Whether you’re here to relax or explore, you’ll be just moments away from the vibrant culture and attractions of Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Please note, Florida summers can be hot and come with occasional mosquitoes and other bugs. We recommend taking appropriate precautions to stay comfortable during your stay.

Rest assured, the experienced owners and hosts are dedicated to providing a seamless experience and will address any concerns promptly.

House Rules and Guidelines

No Smoking inside the home.

Please be respectful and clean up after pets. Pets are not permitted on furniture (beds, sofas, etc.). A $150 fee will be charged for any pet-related damages, including urine, feces, excessive hair, or dander on surfaces/bedding.

Property Integrity: Please do not alter or remove any items in the home. Unauthorized changes may result in additional fees.

Check-In/Check-Out: Early arrivals or late departures may incur an extra charge. Please confirm any time adjustments with the host in advance.
Check In: After 4pm
Check Out: Promptly at 11:00am

AC Usage: Please do not set the air conditioning to cold when it’s cold outside or to heat when it’s hot. Improper use can strain the system. Any damage or costs incurred due to non-compliance with this guideline will be your responsibility.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Do not change or remove any items in the home, any changes may result in an added fee by host
No pets on furniture. A fee may be charged if there is pet urine or feces in the house, hair/dander left on surfaces/bedding
Late departure at Check-Out or Early arrival for Check-In may result in an added fee by host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3257313
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Gulfport

Gulfport is home to this vacation home. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Splash Island Water Park and Polynesian Putter are also worth visiting.
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Gulfport, FL

What's nearby

  • Island Community Theatre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulfport Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 19 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪1Chick 1Bro Cafe Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sam's Gyros and Seafood - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Salty Pup - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pia's Trattoria - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete?

As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete on Sep 24, 2026 start from $165, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sand Dollar – Charming Bungalow in Gulfport, Minutes from Downtown St. Pete located?

Situated in Gulfport, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gulfport Beach and Gulfport Casino. Pasadena Shopping Center and Palms of Pasadena Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to both the East and the West. Great location! My husband loved getting his DD coffee every morning as it was just 2 blocks away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place - great location!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my second stay at the Sand Dollar. Check in was easy and I enjoyed my weekend in this clean and cozy bungalow. It’s close to downtown Gulfport and a short drive to St Pete which was perfect for my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Relaxing Stay

Very convenient and comfortable relaxing stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, the cottage was in a good location and we loved the outside deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was a little bit of a mixup with the cleaning crew when we arrived around 845pm, but the owner responded promptly and the cleaning crew showed up asap. The house was nice and clean by the time we were able to get into it. All in all I think it worked out because the house was so clean I felt very comfortable. This location is in a back alleyway, which is perfect if you have dogs, especially for Fourth of July weekend! It was quiet and private. I didn't have to worry if they barked or made noise. I also didn't have to worry about them being scared over the fireworks. I would love to come back next year as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. It was close to everything that we wanted to do. Nice little fenced in area for our two dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay and location

Great property with excellent location to Gulfport and beaches. Very communicative host and great outdoor space.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
For the most part but lack of heat is a problem..
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2026
We do have heat in the home via space heaters, there are three and are more than adequate to heat the space. Wish you had asked! Safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little getaway

Wonderful location! Cute property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2024
Thank you, Ashley! We are going to be doing a full renovation of the bathroom this summer :) as well as a few other upgrades we are excited about. We appreciate your business!! Please come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wondefrul and private
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a four night stay in this charming little bungalow in Gulfport. I must say, my wife and I were pleasantly surprised. Great value for money. The bungalow had everything we needed, very cozy and in a quiet neighborhood. All appliances were in good working order. The bedroom air conditioning unit kept cutting out one evening, but Valerie and Joseph responded immediately to our message and resolved the issue promptly. The little patio was a great breakfast spot in the mornings where we could enjoy a cup of coffee and just kick back and relax.Gulfport residents are so friendly, helpfull and kind!!A BIG thank you to Joseph and Valerie for being excellent hosts!
TV in the lounge area
Beautiful tree in the yard
In this Artsy community there are heartwarming messages sprinkled all over town.
Murals
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Oasis

This property was perfect for my spouse and our two dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gulfport bungalow

We enjoyed our stay in this efficient bungalow. The owner was great to communicate with and we wouldn't hesitate to rent this unit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Convenient!

We stayed for three nights and had a great time! The house was clean, it was tucked away off the road but they have clear insdirections for you and once you find it which didn’t take long at all itprivate, and in a great location — close to everything we needed but still nice and quiet. The fenced backyard was perfect for our dog, which made the trip even better. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The bungelow is close to Gulport, though it would be a long walk. It was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The patio area was great..nicely shaded! We would definately stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent the place was clean. It was peaceful and close to everything. Very nice stay. They had everything we needed towels shampoo conditioner. It was great. I rate them a perfect 10. Thank you for a nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

St Pete/Tampa/Sarasota

Everything was incredibly clean, a lot of privacy, and a great location for commuting to Nearby cities. The hosts had excellent communication and were very kind. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully thought out place in Gulfport!

I found it to be very well maintained and within great walking distance of the main street in Gulfport. Everything I needed was there. The host was excellent in communication.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Town & House!

We really enjoyed our stay, the location is perfectly in the middle of downtown St. Pete and the beach! The only downside was the WiFi did not work, which we managed since we were rarely there. Other than that, it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2023
Hi Darian, We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. I’m sorry to hear about the WI-FI. We messaged you several times during your stay to make sure you had everything you needed. We would have gladly helped you through the WI-FI troubleshooting had we known there were issues. Safe travels! Val and Joe Locke
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Cute Bungalow

We had a great experience staying at the Sand Dollar. Great getaway for you and your spouse/partner. Loved the outside deck. The property is on the other side of Gulfport Blvd. It’s about a 15-minute walk to Beach Blvd. The hosts were very communicative. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable

It was lovely to sit outside under fabulous trees. The birds were a joy to watch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Great place and just as pictured. The location is perfect and accessible to many fun things to do. The hosts are great. They are very accommodating, communicative but are also very laid back at the same time. The yard is perfect and wonderful for a pooch.we will be back! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Gulfport Sand Dollar

Our short stay was great! The home was the perfect size for two people! I had a couple questions and the owner was awesome at answering my questions fast and accurately! Loved the privacy with the fences in the front and back yard. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
We had to park in the alley with questionable surroundings. Also, no vent in the bathroom. Pictures were not all accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 19, 2026
Hi Lynn, Thank you for your feedback. I do want to clarify a few points, as the listing details are accurate and clearly outlined. All photos in the listing are current and representative of the property, I personally took them and they have not been altered in a way that misrepresents the space- inside or outside. Regarding parking, access through the alley is explicitly stated in the listing description. While I understand this may not be your preference, it is disclosed upfront so guests can make an informed decision prior to booking. The property has dedicated parking in-front of the unit, a private courtyard and a private backyard. As for the bathroom, there is no exhaust fan; however, the bathroom does have a functioning window that opens for ventilation. This meets ventilation standards in Florida. In the future, I would recommend reviewing the full listing details prior to booking to ensure the property is a good fit for your preferences and expectations. Best, Valerie

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