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1st Floor, 5 mins to St Pete Beach, Heated Pool, Golf & Water Views

1st Floor, 5 mins to St Pete Beach, Heated Pool, Golf & Water Views

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View from the patio. Pool and Spa area visible on the far right of the picture.
Heated private pool and spa, only for guests of Vista Verde West.
Kitchen with new cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.
Full kitchen with dining area.
Private kitchen

Overview of 1st Floor, 5 mins to St Pete Beach, Heated Pool, Golf & Water Views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
St. Petersburg, FL
  • Popular LocationPass-a-Grille Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationEckerd College7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUpham Beach12 min drive
  • AirportSt. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

Common area 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

1st Floor, 5 mins to St Pete Beach, Heated Pool, Golf & Water Views

Gulfer's Paradise is a 1st floor condo that was recently renovated and completely updated with new furnishings and appliances. We have paid attention to the details and comforts of home for our guests. The primary suite offers a King bed and a large walk-in closet. The primary bathroom has a large walk-in shower and dual vanities. The secondary suite offers a Queen bed and a walk-in closet. The secondary bathroom has a tub/shower combo and a single vanity. Both mattresses are new foam posture pedic. Each bedroom has a new 50 in Smart 4K TV and a ceiling fan. There is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room that has an upgraded gel-foam mattress. Gulfer’s Paradise has a fully equipped kitchen to make a quick breakfast or a delicious dinner in. Some of the included items are pots, pans, baking ware, plates, cups, flatware, serving and storage pieces, utensils and small appliances. There are 2 dining locations in the condo. One is located in the kitchen and has 4 chairs. The other is in the dining area and has seating for 6. The condo has a new washer and dryer for your private use. The living area has 2 comfortable couches, a ceiling fan and a new 65 in Smart 4K TV. All windows have room darkening curtains. The private patio off the living room offers a great view of the pond that attracts many birds and the 8th hole of the Isla del Sol Yacht & Country Club (membership required). The patio has a wicker conversation set to enjoy a cup of coffee on in the morning as the sun rises. The patio also has an electric grill for your use. This awesome community offers a lagoon style swimming pool and hot tub, just a 2 minutes’ walk from the condo. In addition, there are lovely, designated walking and biking lanes that are surrounded by royal palms, ponds, and waterways.

Gulfer’s Paradise was designed and furnished to help guests feel at home and offer the convenience of home while away. All linens and towels are provided. The dining area has a charging station for electronic devices. All the table lamps are dimmable and are equipped with charging ports. There are sound machines, multiple luggage racks and beach towels located in each bedroom. The outside storage closet has beach chairs, beach umbrellas and pool noodles. There are many other things we have included to make your stay as enjoyable and memorable as possible. Lastly, we supply a starter welcome kit that offers a few essentials such as toilet paper, laundry and dishwasher pods.

Countless activities are available for both the young and young-at-heart. Enjoy the area's walking and biking trails, fishing, swimming, golfing, boating, sight-seeing trips, nightlife, casino cruises, sunset cruises, watercraft rentals, shopping and so much more.

Don’t pass up the chance to shop, dine and explore downtown St. Petersburg during your stay. Sundial, the city’s newest endeavor located in the heart of downtown, will draw you in with its special collection of shops, restaurants, spas, nightlife and entertainment.

If theme park adventures are what you had in mind, Busch Gardens is a short 45-minute drive from the island or Walt Disney World, Sea World and Universal Studios are all less than 2 hours away.

For visiting sports fans, the choice is endless. Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, is a short 15-minute drive from Isla. Just north on Interstate 275 is Raymond James Stadium and Amalie Arena, home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Lightning. The Tampa Bay area is also home to the Rowdies of the North American Soccer League, minor league baseball and MLB Spring Training.

-- THE PROPERTY --
Ground Floor | 1,170 Sq Ft |
‘Gulfer’s Paradise’ welcomes guests seeking a peaceful island getaway!
MINIMUM STAY: 7 NIGHTS
MAXIMUM OCCUPANTS: 6
MINIMUM AGE OF PRIMARY RENTER: 25 YEARS OLD
CHECK-IN: 4 PM
CHECK-OUT: 10 AM

KITCHEN
• Table with seating for 4
• Fire Extinguisher under the sink
• Keurig
• Drip Coffee Maker
• Toaster
• Blender
• Hand Mixer
• Well Stocked with tableware, pots, pans, and baking ware
• Filtered water available through the refrigerator
• Large cabinet space for groceries and supplies

DINING AREA
• Table with seating for 6
• Charging station on top of Server

LIVING AREA
• Sleeper sofa with upgraded gel-foam queen mattress
• Table lamps with charging ports
• 65 in Smart 4k TV
• Board Games/Card Games in console beneath TV
• Sheer curtains for privacy and room darkening drapes
• Ceiling fan

MASTER BEDROOM
• New King size Foam Posture-Pedic Mattress
• 50 in Smart 4k TV
• Large Walk-in closet with hangers, two luggage racks and 2 laundry hampers
• Sound machine
• Bedside lamps with charging ports
• Room darkening curtains and blinds
• Ceiling fan
• 2 Beach Towels

GUEST BEDROOM
• New Queen size Foam Posture-Pedic Mattress
• 50 in Smart 4k TV
• Walk-in closet with hangers, two luggage racks and two laundry hampers
• Sound machine
• Bedside lamps with charging ports
• Room darkening curtains and blinds
• Ceiling fan
• Ironing Board
• Linen and pillows for pull-out sofa
• Vacuum Cleaner
• 4 Beach Towels (2 for guests in 2nd BR and 2 for guests on Sleeper Sofa)

PATIO & OUTSIDE CLOSET
• Wicker conversation set with 2 chairs and a table
• Electric Grill
• Additional folding patio chairs that can be used on the patio or outside (2)
• Beach chairs (4)
• Beach Umbrellas (2)
• 4 Pool Noodles

LAUNDRY CLOSET
• Washer and Dryer
• Swiffer Sweeper
• Swiffer Duster
• Broom and Dustpan
• Bucket
• Extra Light Bulbs
• Mop located in mechanical room (slotted doors near dining area)

GENERAL: Free WiFi, cable, private washer/dryer, linens/towels, air conditioning, ceiling fans

PARKING: Assigned front door parking (1 vehicle), additional parking is available in the guest lot

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Large Heated Outdoor pool and hot tub with patio area; safe walking/biking trails

-- THE LOCATION --
BEACHES: St. Pete Beach (1.0 miles), Pass-a-Grille Beach (2.3 miles), Fort DeSoto Park (6.0 miles), Treasure Island (6.2 miles), North Beach At Fort DeSoto Park (9.7 miles)
DOWNTOWN ST. PETERSBURG: Tropicana Field (8.2 miles), Chihuly Collection (8.2 miles), Dali Museum (8.8 miles), Museum of Fine Arts (9.6 miles)

DAY TRIPS: ZooTampa at Lowry Park (33.9 miles), Busch Gardens (37.4 miles), Walt Disney World (98.8 miles), Universal Studios (106.0 miles)

AIRPORTS: St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (18.7 miles), Tampa International Airport (27.1 miles)

-- POLICIES --
- There is an additional $150 administrative fee paid upon booking
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility as there are no grab rails in the showers

Property manager

Jennifer & Marty Semmel
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St. Petersburg

This condo is located in Isla del Sol, a neighborhood in St. Petersburg, and is next to a golf course and on a lake. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Fort De Soto Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tropicana Field or St. Pete's Historic Coliseum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
St. Petersburg, FL

What's nearby

  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 5 min drive
  • Eckerd College - 7 min drive
  • Merry Pier - 8 min drive
  • Fort De Soto Park - 9 min drive
  • Upham Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 6 min drive
  • Paradise Grille - 8 min drive
  • Starbucks - 5 min drive
  • Hurricane Seafood - 8 min drive
  • Brass Monkey - 8 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We really enjoyed our time at Jennifer and Marty's condo. The place was super clean and every thing has been updated. The beds are very comfortable and the sheets are such good quality! The morning sunrise from the living over the pond is beautiful. One of the best places we have even stayed in. Thank you Jennifer and Marty
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience!
We had a wonderful stay at Gulfer's Paradise. Jen & Marty were a pleasure to deal with right from the begining. They are very good at communicating and responding to any questions you may have! They had everything organized for you upon your arrival (easy entry & departure information, lots of advice of where to eat and visit during your stay and we appreciated that the parking permit was so easy to retrieve). The condo is very modern, clean and well kept up. They have thought of everything to make your stay welcoming and very comfortable. The beds and sofa bed were extremely comfortable. We truly enjoyed and appreciated the keyless entry. It was sooooo easy you didn't need to worry about another set of keys! Jen & Marty have made their condo feel like a cozy home away from home. We LOVED our stay and we hope to return this year! Thank you so much Jen & Marty for everything :)
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit to St. Pete
My visit to Gulfer’s Paradise was such a pleasure! The condo was immaculate, tastefully decorated, had a beautiful view, and conveniently located. It was a short trip from the condo to visit family in south St. Pete and to the beach at Pass-A-Grille. The condo’s kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Beach towels, chairs, umbrella, and noodles were available for our use. Jen and Marty were wonderful hosts. Caroline
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Jen & Marty are fantastic. We loved the condo and its location. It was really nice being on the ground unit with parking right outside the door. We enjoyed the patio and hanging out with heron’s, pelicans and squirrels. Very quiet and peaceful space. Would highly recommend! Thanks again, Jodi & Jeff 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O., Lucan, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful Condo
The condo was top notch with all the amenities that you need to have a wonderful stay. The beds and linens were fantastic and the hosts were always available when needed. The Isla community with hot tub and pool was exceptional and you cannot get much better location to access to beaches, golf and all that St Petes has to offer
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer & Marty Semmel

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Hello! Marty and I fell in love with the St. Pete area a few years ago and decided that we wanted to purchase a condo on Isla del Sol after some close family members did the same. We love the area for the beach and touristy parts as well as the quiet tranquility that Isla offers. As a NICU nurse and an educator we value our time away to relax and recharge. Traveling offers us this opportunity. We are the proud parents of 3 amazing young adults and an adorable Havanese dog. :)

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