10/10 Excellent
John G.
12 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4595 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, FL
- St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches3 min walk
- Splash Harbour Water Park5 min walk
- Sand Key Park16 min drive
- Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Living room has a beautiful queen sleeper sofa
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico
Please be our guest! Sandy Shores has been in the Hall family for over 60 years, and is currently owned and operated by Myrtle Hall. Myrtle is German-born and moved to Indian Rocks Beach in 2000 when she married her late husband, Ned. Ned’s grandmother bought the Indian Rocks Beach property in 1946. Ned's father George Hall built the first, two-story building in 1952. The one-story Gulf Cottage followed in 1972. Ned's family lived here in the winter, and spent the summer in Ithaca, NY, where his father was the Golf Coach at Cornell University for over 40 years. Ned followed in his footsteps as a PGA Teaching Professional for over 25 years. He was teaching at the Clearwater Golf Club located in Clearwater, Florida when Myrtle, in Florida on holiday from Germany, met him in 1998. Myrtle and Ned, of course, had their wedding right in front of beautiful Sandy Shores!
Like Ned, Myrtle fell in love with this beautiful property and its rich family history. Ned and Myrtle started to rent out their cottages in 2005 after a complete beautification and enjoyed every minute of sharing this lovely property with their guests. Myrtle carries on the Hall family tradition of hospitality at Sandy Shores and adds her special brand of German warmth. Her attention to detail and cleanliness makes Sandy Shores a unique and charming retreat.
Free Wireless internet access available for our guests.
The GARDEN Cottage has a beautiful view into the Gardens
of Sandy Shores.
Also visit our additional properties at:
VRBO #78339 - GULF COTTAGE ( has a total GULF VIEW)
VRBO #508989 - PATIO COTTAGE
Like Ned, Myrtle fell in love with this beautiful property and its rich family history. Ned and Myrtle started to rent out their cottages in 2005 after a complete beautification and enjoyed every minute of sharing this lovely property with their guests. Myrtle carries on the Hall family tradition of hospitality at Sandy Shores and adds her special brand of German warmth. Her attention to detail and cleanliness makes Sandy Shores a unique and charming retreat.
Free Wireless internet access available for our guests.
The GARDEN Cottage has a beautiful view into the Gardens
of Sandy Shores.
Also visit our additional properties at:
VRBO #78339 - GULF COTTAGE ( has a total GULF VIEW)
VRBO #508989 - PATIO COTTAGE
Property manager
Myrtle Hall
Premier Host
Languages
English, German
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Although we love dogs pets are not allowed, sorry.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Feel free to smoke outside at any time
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please turn the TV back to the Spectrum Cable channel
Please set the thermostat to78 degrees
Please put used towels and bathmats in the laundry room
Thank you, Myrtle
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Indian Rocks Beach
Located in Independence Square, a neighbourhood in Indian Rocks Beach, this cottage 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 Clearwater Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Russell Stadium or Florida Auto Exchange Stadium - Dunedin Blue Jays. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, FL
What's nearby
- St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Splash Harbour Water Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Indian Rocks Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
- Sand Key Park - 16 min drive - 11.0 km
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Original Crabby Bills - 2 min walk
- Guilty Sea Sports Pub - 1 min walk
- Wendy's - 3 min drive
- PJ's Oyster Bar - 5 min walk
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
peggy m.
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
peggy m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
shelby f.
5 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and neighborhood.
shelby f.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
KIMBERLY B.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RELAXING STAY WITH MY SON
KIMBERLY B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sharon B.
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place!
Sharon B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gerri K.
4 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Gerri K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew H.
11 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach paradise
Matthew H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josh W.
12 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away!!
Josh W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kim T.
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a place!
Kim T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arthea M.
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Paradise!
Arthea M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber G.
19 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place!
Amber G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S., Columbus USA
10 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
Sarah S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
MaryLen W.
7 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
MaryLen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber P.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise!
Amber P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lillian K.
24 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Lillian K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
daniel b.
9 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Shores
daniel b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gina H.
10 Jun 2019
Peaceful stay
Gina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Margarita G.
25 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandy Shores
Margarita G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie R.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Julie R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nikki D.
2 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Nikki D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
William T.
20 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little piece of Florida the way it used to be
William T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
lee h.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
lee h.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert G., Caldwell, NJ
26 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place in an excellent location. I loved my stay.
Robert G.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Matthew B.
2 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Matthew B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcia B.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home comfort in Indian Rocks Beach
Marcia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
About the host
Hosted by Myrtle Hall
Sandy Shores has been in my late husband, Ned's, family for over 60 years. Ned's Grandmother bought it in 1946 and his Father built the first two-story building in 1952 and the Gulf Cottage followed in 1972.
I live onsite so I am available during your stay. I've also worked for 12 years in a local bank. One of the things my guests repeatedly tell me, is that they can see my love for Sandy Shores in the cleanliness and beauty of the property. I take pride in knowing my attention to detail ensures my guests have the most comfortable stay. And, for my German visitors, I enjoy speaking German to help you feel at home.
I live onsite so I am available during your stay. I've also worked for 12 years in a local bank. One of the things my guests repeatedly tell me, is that they can see my love for Sandy Shores in the cleanliness and beauty of the property. I take pride in knowing my attention to detail ensures my guests have the most comfortable stay. And, for my German visitors, I enjoy speaking German to help you feel at home.
Why they chose this property
We started to rent out our cottages in 2005 after a total beautification and enjoying ever since every minute of sharing this lovely property with all our guests.
What makes this property unique
Rest in our secluded gardens, enjoy the shade under our beautiful Australian Pine Trees and watch the Gulf of Mexico and the fantastic sunsets from your living room and dining area. You can't get any closer to the dunes and beach.
Languages:
English, German
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