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Pink Dolphin Cottage 100 steps to beach
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Giant Covered Got Tub included Open all day all year Kids love it
Free Admission to Slide Pool across street walk 2.5 blocks Open Summer
Included in Summer You walk 2.5 blocks Its across street

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Clearwater, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Clearwater Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 60 Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals

Enjoy a real 1925 beach cottage 100 steps from the beach. Pink Dolphin Cottage features Samsung Smart Stainless Steel appliances, granite counter tops with white beaded pine cabinets. Families have enjoyed these cute little houses since the 1920s. Old Florida Key West Style backyard has wood party deck, tin roof gazebo, Weber BBQ Grill, and is fun and funky. Pink Dolphin Cottage has a wood deck off the kitchen which overlooks the backyard. Fenced so children and pets can run around. This house can sleep up to 7 guests with Queen in private masterbed, sofabed in living room, Murphy Wall bed in very small room off kitchen, and twin bed in small porch room. Great for families with lots of children, but not recommended for 7 adults. 900 square feet air conditioned living area.
Daily bookings must be the day of a check out or daily rentals accepted the day prior to a check in but not one day in middle of week. Please inquire for daily bookings.
Great for family with lots of kids and pets

Large Commercial Hot tub right out your back door Private hot tub in Balinese hut with tropical gardens available add $100 drained after each guest.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have helped host many events. Please discuss
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
PET FEE IS $10 PER DAY PER PET We send invoice
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
SMOKE OUTDOORS ONLY

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Kindly let us know time of departure
Kindly leave good food for house keepers and if they did a good job when no tax on tips they thank you
House should look like when arrived do not make beds do not sweep just return TV s to HDMI 1 and take our trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
PARK ONLY ON SPOT D WE TOW CARS THAT TAKE OTHER GUESTS SPOT STRICTLY ENFORCED contact xxx-xxx-xxxx if your spot is taken and we will tow the car
Read Rule 1 and 3 Park only on spot D Large trucks call 813 17 1218
HOT TUB AND AMENITIES ARE FOR GUESTS ONLY DO NOT INVITE FRIENDS OVER WITHOUT PERMISSION AND THERE CAR WILL BE TOWED IF THEY TAKE ANOTHER GUEST SPOT

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1041309vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: We have helped host many events. Please discuss
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Clearwater Beach

Located in Clearwater Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Clearwater Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Pier 60, or check out an event or a game at Jack Russell Stadium. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Clearwater, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beach Walk - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Clearwater Beach Municipal Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frenchy's Rockaway Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Reefer's Social Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boxer - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Shipwreck - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 100 Steps to Beach. Pets Ok, Real Beach House, Daily Rentals located?

This family-friendly Clearwater Beach cottage is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Clearwater Beach. Pier 60 Park and Pier 60 are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 83 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly and extremely close to dog friendly beach right on the gulf! Location was absolutely fantastic too for walking down the street a few blocks to the restaurants and shops. The Dolphin side was a cozy little house with enough beds to sleep 7 total (perfect for ma & pa and 3 teenagers). Would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ashley A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I understand this is an older beach property and cheaper than other options in the area. That being said, the property is in no shape to be rented out. The electrical is unsafe, the property was not clean (chairs/couch/throw pillows need thrown out), the murphy bed is propped up by a brick.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2026
Dear Ashley: I am happy you understand that is is an older beach property and cheaper than other options like the condos across the street that are 3 X the price with a one week minimum and no pets. Thank you,You should have chosen one of them as we could not meet your lofty expectations and if you wanted new you would have to pay for that. The electric was updated with new Fuse Panel Boxes at $3500 each as required by our insurance company so no worries the electrical is fine. The last guest broke one leg on the Murphy Bed which you did not use. If this was really a one star property you would not have stayed, but you had nothing nice to say, like wow the beach was just 100 steps away, or the house keeper stopped by and was so nice I've learned in life that if you have nothing nice to say it's really a reflection of the person, not the situation. The positive points of your very disingenuous review is as follows. The past guest who checked out the day you checked in gave the Pink Dolphin Cottage a 10/10 star review and all positive comments. and the overall rating from 100 s of happy guests is close to the top reviews of properties Happy Travels, Capt Al
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was an oasis that was steps from the beach! The owners are extremely attentative, theres a bunch of beach chairs, toys, umbrellas, etc to borrow. Tables to eat outside in back and a big clean kitchen! I will definitely reach out to them again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

William M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The owner & cleaner were very nice and accommodating. The actual place was more run down and appeared to be smaller than the listing shows. The proximity to the beach is excellent and they do have beach accessories that you can take to the beach which was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2025
Dear Trish Thank you for your review of Pink Dolphin Cottage Glad you family enjoyed the amazing location Welcome back anytime Capt Al
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

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

Convenient location

Great location close to the beach as well as a short walk to several shops and restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2025
Dear Elizabeth Thank you for your four star review of Cottages of Clearwater Glad you enjoyed the great location close to the beach, and short walk to shops and restaurants Welcome back anytime Capt Al
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April F.

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

Unique little property

Cute quiet place Fair price and close to beach and restaurants. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2025
Dear April: Thank you for your FIve Star review of Cottages o f Clearwater. Glad you found our cottages cute and a fair price close to the beach. We would love to have you stay again. Capt Al
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Great people and will visit again

Anything we needed, we got. Very friendly and hospitable
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

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

Perfect location

We enjoyed our stay it is literally steps from the beach and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2020
Dear Kristy: Thank you for your FIVE STAR review of Cottages of Clearwater. Glad to hear you all had a great beach vacation. Welcome back anytime Capt Al and Karen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Great stay

Easy check-in. Everything was just as the explanation on VRBO. Beds were comfortable. The cottage was an original from the 20s or 30s so it had old charm. You don’t find much of that these days. super convenient walk to the shops and beach. Would definitely come back and stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2025
Dear Julie: Thank you for your Five Star review of Cottages of Clearwater. Glad to hear you had a Great Stay and everything was just as described Happy to hear the beds were comfortable and you enjoyed the old charm of the 20s and 30s . Welcome back anytime. Capt AL
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dixie N.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Was not expecting perfection, but this place was a health hazard. Sewage in sink, brown stinky stale water in a bucket under the sink, smoke alarm was never replaced, grip handle in tub was rotted out and the tub was very slippery. The furniture and pillow covers were very dirty. Many things were broken including the fan and air conditioner. Bad smells. Could not even get the murphy bed out of the wall. Big gap in front door. So many other issues (at least a page full). Dollar store purchased worn out towels and wash cloths, used dollar store body wash, filthy salt and pepper shakers, etc. Cockroaches. I realize cockroaches can show up in clean homes too, but honestly, I was very concerned about bed bugs. I was so anxious by the living conditions I cut my vacation short by a week. VRBO let us down for sure! The whole experience in this VRBO home was awful.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2026
Dear Dixie It is unfortunate that the Pink Dolphin Cottage did not meet your lofty expectations however your review is as disingenuous as your many calls and reports to VRBO so lets look at the facts. Yes we do offer free soap and shampoo and it is from discount suppliers as we are not a five star hotel. Our rates are about half of what you pay at the condos directly across the street. Same beach. When you reported the smoke alarm beeping I went off island got a new one and put it at your door as you were not home. The clog in the sink was plunged and fixed. There are 4 window air conditions so if one fails three others will keep you cool. Yes a roach got in as they do in all FLorida homes but here was no bed bugs. Your were wanting a higher end property but did not want to spend twice the price. After you stayed an entire week, you did not want to stay another week but wanted a refund for the entire stayi. After I offered you a full refund if you wished leave for the week after the first week you made up even more complaints to VRBO to get a full refund. If you got a refund we would not have got this bad review. The good news is we are Superhosts and have over 4000 Five Star reviews and past 5 reviews were 5 star for this house. you did not cut your vacation short and have a hard time telling the truth If you were nice, I would have given you some discount, but your were not. What you put out into the Universe is what you shall receive The Secret. Capt Al
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

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

We were there for a wedding

We enjoyed our stay while we were there
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2023
Dear Leigh thank you for your 5 star review of Cottages of Clearwater glad you had a great time welcome back anytime captain Al
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey E.

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

Wonderful Spring Break Stay

My family and I had a wonderful stay at the cottage. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2024
Dear Corey thank you for your 5 star review of cottages of Clearwater glad you and your family got to enjoy a great beach vacation welcome back anytime captain AL
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra K.

Liked: Communication, location

Great location for the beach

Can’t beat the location. Clearwater beach is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Dear Debra: Thank you for your Four Star review of Cottages of Clearwater. Glad you you found the location great and beach beautiful Capt Al and Karen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krishna M.

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

Simply perfect location

Good fit for our group & convenient
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis & Fran B.

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

Great location

Location…Location…Location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2021
Dear Louis and Fran. Thank you for your Five star review of pink dolphin cottage at cottage of Clearwater. we're very glad you enjoy the location location location location welcome back anytime welcome back anytime welcome back anytime welcome back any time welcome back any time welcome back anytime captain AL
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great location, as advertised.

This charming cottage was exactly as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2022
Dear Scott thank you for your 5 star review of pink gulf side cottage 100 steps from beach glad you all had a great beach vacation welcome back anytime capt al
Verified

8/10 Good

Angelie S.

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

New Years Vacation

Captain Al was very welcoming & the cottage was great, less than a block away from the beach
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2022
Dear Angelie:Thank you for your Four Star review of Lemon Cottage. Glad you enjoyed your New Years Vacation less than a block from the beach. Appreciate your kind words about your Host. Welcome back from New Jersey anytime Capt Al
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Raul

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was great. Only a few feet away. Great location. The cottage was dirty, not safe. No fire alarms, cables everywhere. The electricity is not up to code.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Great location, cute cottage

We absolutely loved our stay in Clearwater Beach! The cottage was very cozy and clean, we loved the outside area to hang out in. Ginger was very friendly and helpful, Capt Al was excellent with accommodating us and answering questions
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
Dear Emily we loved your great 5 star review of pink dolphin cottage 100 steps from the beach glad you had a great vacation and appreciate your kind words about our staff welcome back anytime captain AL
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl S.

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

Great location

Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2022
Dear Earl thank you for your 5 star review of cottages of Clearwater we're happy that you've found the cottage very clean welcome back anytime captain ALDear Earl thank you for your 5 star review of cottages of of Clearwater we're happy that you've found the cottage very clean welcome back anytime captain AL
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay L.

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

Great beach cottage - one of the last in Clearwater

Lovely small, old cottage duplex, comfy beds and bedding, and the common space is handy and pleasant. The host was engaged, helpful, and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larrie G.

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

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

Live on the beach in the best area of Clearwater Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2022
Dear Larry: Thank you for Five Star review of Cottages o f Clearwater. Glad you enjoyed the location location location Welcome back anytime anytime anytime Capt AL
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dyanne H.

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. So close to the beach and great restaurants in walking distance. The cottage was very much our vibe with its unique vintage charm and character. So much better than a hotel room. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred N.

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

Easter Vacation

We had a wonderful time at the property and enjoyed all of the walking distance attractions. You are so close to the beach and dozens of restaurants and bars. The cottage was a perfect home base for exploring Clearwater Beach. We’ll definitely be returning, this place is a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Capt. Al

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Thanks for visiting the Owners profile. Capt.Al and Karen have managed Clearwater Cottages since 2005. Karen from California and Capt.Al from New Jersery are very fortunate to enjoy living in Clearwater Beach. Here we enjoy swimming in warm clean water, enjoy boating in summer, and have great congenial neighbors. When you come to visit, we hope to show you around, and help you have a great beach vacation.

Why they chose this property

Located in the Old Florida District, the Pink Dolphin Cottage is one of the last real beach cottages left on the beach side of Mandalay Ave. You can walk around and enjoy the Old Florida feel of Clearwater, before all the historic hotels were torn down for the new High Rise Hotels. This house is just 100 steps from the beach with other cute little houses . Here you can enjoy your own little beach house just steps from the beach. Clearwater Cottages District has been designated Old Florida District .

What makes this property unique

Less than a minute from the sand, you and the kids can walk back and forth to the beach all day with no streets to cross, no elevators to waste time in, and you won't need to dress up to go through the hotel lobby. And you wont have to walk down to the parking garage , punch the time ticket meter. You park right in front in front of your Cottage with free parking. You will save a ton feeding the kids in the your Gourmet Galley Kitchen, stainless steel refrigerators. Backyard has wood deck, tin roof gazebo and dining table.
Private deck overlooks old Key West Style backyard with Old FIcus tree, decks, and Capt Al s old nautical stuff as decoration

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