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Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach.

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Two hammocks under a wooden pergola with a gravel ground, surrounded by palm trees and a white fence.
A yellow building with the number 815, a private property sign, and wooden stilts supporting the structure.
A yellow building with a blue door, two wicker chairs with cushions, and a patterned rug.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a patterned rug, and a view of a residential street.
A patio with Adirondack chairs and a round table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Indian Rocks Beach, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Belleair Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

2 Double Sofa Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach.

Discover our spacious beach house nestled just moments away from the sandy oceanfront! This ideal hotspot is perfect for both families and a gathering of friends, boasting a balmy Caribbean design and a covered patio complete with cooling oscillating fans.

The two large, open-concept living areas on the upper floor merge effortlessly with the kitchen and dining areas, creating a warm, inviting space. Four beautifully furnished bedrooms, two modern 3-piece bathrooms, and two convenient washer-dryer sets ensure that your every need is catered to.

Immerse yourself in the Floridian Lifestyle, amplified by the beach house`s Caribbean flair. Enjoy our generously sized, covered patio, complete with oscillating fans, TV, a gas grill for delicious BBQs, cozy hammocks, spacious tables, a seating area, fire pit, and a romantic swing for two. We also provide beach gear for those ready to dive into their beachfront adventure!

When you rent the entire house, you will enjoy unrestricted access to all our premium interior and exterior amenities. If you need assistance, our House Manager, Mia, is just a call away for urgent concerns or a text away for any non-urgent issues.

Travelling with little ones? We`re here to help. Please share the ages and needs of your children, especially if you’re coming with a toddler or infants. We can provide pac n plays and high chairs to ensure our youngest guests are comfortable and safe. We prioritize offering a child-friendly environment but kindly ask that no crayons are used in the house.

Welcome to your Floridian haven where happiness flows as freely as the nearby ocean waves.
Min booking age 25 yrs or older. Booking guest must be a guest staying throughout the length of say.

Booking guest must sign a Rental Agreement and provide a legal picture ID. The Lease will be emailed to Booking Guest via the property`s business email. Property owner must receive the Rental Agreement and ID min 7 days prior to arrival or earlier depending on the date of arrival.
Key access code will be texted only to the Lessee no earlier than half hour before arrival time, subject to Lease Agreement & ID having been received.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed
Contact Mia subject to pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Close windows, & draw/close blinds.
Make sure that you're not leaving any personal items behind.
May you have a safe return trip.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Min booking age 25 yrs or older. Booking guest must be a guest staying throughout the length of say. Booking guest must sign a Rental Agreement and

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number City of IRB BTR# 1486
Property # 1597188vb
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
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

Indian Rocks Beach

Located in Indian Rocks Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Jack Russell Stadium.
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Indian Rocks Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Belleair Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 21 min drive - 14.7 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 25 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Guppy's On the Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Pizza & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Caribbean Vive Across The Gulf Beach. located?

This family-friendly Indian Rocks Beach cottage is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and John R. Bonner Nature Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Unbeatable

Great host, home, and location. Family friendly and quick and uncomplicated beach access.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2024
Thank you for loving our place as our family does. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Paul K.

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

Perfect beach days- great place to stay

Our place was clean and beach chairs . Super easy beach access 3 minutes walking distance. We enjoyed the outdoor space downstairs. Plenty of space for us and close to restaurants to bars. Would come back to this place in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Family Beach Trip

Our family of 12 fit perfectly spread across the two units. The walk to the beach was quick—and we loved the outdoor seating!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Jessica! I'm very glad that I was able to provide your family with a comfortable and memorable stay. Best Wishes!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian B.

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

Enjoyed!

This experience was much more positive than prior stays in the area! Our complaints were small, and we had a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
I'm very pleased that your experience was more positive than other stays in the area. Very happy to have hosted your beautiful family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Exceeded all our expectations!!

Close to beach and when renting the whole property you have plenty of room for everyone in your party comfortably. The downstairs was a great perk with the outside covered seating and the 2 grills. We will be booking next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Sarah, thank you for selecting Palmar Cottages for your vacation. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas J.

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

Close to the beach and close to any restaurant you'd want.

Having 2 kitchens and 2 living rooms was a very nice accommodation. The property has a lovely shaded space outside behind the parking area. Plenty of beach supplies are available. One of, if not the best property we've rented in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct, 2023
Thank you Dallas! We're very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at our El Palmar (The Pam & Sea)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol ann m.

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

Great house!

Loved our stay. Beach was so close! Wonderful sea breezes and close to everything. The house had plenty of room for our group of 7 and could have accommodated more! Plenty of beach supplies and the outdoor living space was awesome! Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Carol Ann & we'd love welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Beach Visit

We were in town to visit family from out of state. The stay was great. Accommodations were as described and the house was convenient to the beach, grocery, and restaurants. I liked that we could grill outside, and roast marshmallows over the gas fire. The kitchen had everything we needed. I appreciate the communication from the host - very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2024
David thank you for your review. It is always a pleasure to hear about families having a memorable and happy experience at El Palmar.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Perfect Beach Vacation

There were 10 of us that rented both sides of the duplex. The kitchens were amazing. Everything was well-stocked and very clean. The outside space was great space for eating, grilling, playing games. We loved the fire pit! The best part was being right across the street from the beach. This hostess is easy to work with and does a stellar job up keeping the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Catherine, it was our pleasure hosting your lovely family. Thank you! Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Close to the beach.

The property is walking distance to the beach, dog park, and many restaurants. Parking is convenient. Back yard has a cozy and fun atmosphere. Owner let us use the beach wagon to pull our grandson’s toys and a few chairs. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, there are many options to drive to for indoor entertainment.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr, 2024
Thank You Donna! You're very welcome to return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Beach Spot in Indian Rocks Beach

We loved the house and the outdoor space! This house is well loved and cared for by Mia. She was such a great host and made our stay even better. We loved the double outdoor hammocks, awesome fire pit, great outdoor grill and eating area. We rented bikes from Rad Rentals snd they delivered the bikes to the house. You can ride bikes on the beach right across the street. That was such a highlight of our trip! We rented the whole house which worked really well for a socially distant vacation. Also, the living room couches are so comfy and perfect for a movie night. Thanks for a wonderful vacation and we hope to come back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Sharon! thank you for the review. The satisfaction of our guests is our primary concern. You and your family were wonderful guests and we'd be very happy to welcome you back someday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene V.

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

This beach duplex is AWESOME!!

We LOVED this beach duplex!! We had 5 adults, 3 kids and a dog and had so much room!! Location was perfect. She had all the beach supplies…carts, chairs, umbrellas and even toys for the kids!! There were games for all to play at the duplex and outside had cornhole game and horseshoe game. Tons of outside seating, hammocks and even a fire pit!! Kitchen had everything ready to use and the refrigerator even had ice/water on the door. Bedrooms had comfortable beds and bathrooms had sooo many towels!!! Highly recommend this duplex!! It was the best!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Darlene for making our slice of paradise shine. Also, my thanks to the little artist for the lovely drawing of IRB. You know that your beach is very special when a little person takes the time to make a drawing. I will cherish this and frame it to display it properly. Again, thank you & your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaNette H.

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

I'd do it again!

Adorable duplex! Those stairs though, ufffda. I rented both sides for my family of 12, all ages. Perfect location, couldn't be happier unless I was beach front LoL We never were able to get the firepit to work, the men tried everything. In all fairness though, I never called to contact the property manager about it not working though. I don't like to bother people if it's not an emergency. So, to go back I'd do it again! Thank you much! =)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you LaNette. Stairs are a part of beach life when you're that close to the water. I felt very badly when you advised after check-out about your issues with the fire pit. It is a bit tricky. I don't know if you looked in the Blue Folder. It would've been your source to trouble shoot. I talk about the Blue Folder in our Check-In Instructions. Please always, always call Mia when you stay at our property. Text messages are not always the quickest way to reach us. A call will never upset me. Again, thank you! Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob J.

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

Combine

Convenient place in IRB close to beach access, dog park, playground and restaurants. With the temperature being at an all time low, we made great use of the gas fire pit. Mia was very responsive to all our questions. The only down sides were construction going on next door before 8 am a couple of the mornings and the automatic door locks-a pain when you run upstairs for something while playing corn hole or sitting by the fire pit ( the code wasn’t something easy to remember)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Bob, thank you very much for your honest review. Key door combination are changed every time a guest departs for security concerns. Since you had such difficulty with the Key Lock combination, we are devicing a better system for the code number. We must still change it for every guest. As for the construction next door, I wish you had shared this issue with me at the time it happened. The owner of the property under construction is a friend and I could've addressed it with him. Regardless, I'm calling him in the morning to discuss the disruption. Again, thank you Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo ANN H.

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

Family vacatikn

With 4 adults and 6 kids ages 2-6 , this propertywas perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Jo Ann it was a pleasure to host your family at our slice of paradise. Thanks, Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Great place to stay! Exactly as described

Wonderful place to stay for myself and my family for a 4 nights. The property was very clean and well organized and we loved the layout and the "beach" feel. Cant say enough about the hosts - just awesome to work with. Excellent communication and the place was exactly as described. You will not be disappointed. Would highly recommend and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Mark! It was a pleasure to work with you as well. Certainly hope to see you again some day. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Great location and great accommodations!

We loved the proximity to the beach! Just a short walk across the street. We also loved the laid back atmosphere of the neighborhood. Not busy and we were able to walk to dinner every night. The house is great and had more than enough room for our group of 12. We would definitely stay again. Mia was great and had great communication. Check in was very easy and she reached out before to make sure we would have everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Great beach vacation

Perfect location across from the beach. Very nice house with lots of updates and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you very much Ryan! We strive to please. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Birthday celebration

Worked very well for our group. Especially enjoyed evenings around the outdoor amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Anne! I'm very glad that our place lived out to be what we strive to provide and that the birthday celebration was a success.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

Good property

Easy to communicate with owner. Clean property. Very close access to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Heather!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay. The beach is just across the street.

The additional lease required by the property owner almost kept us from renting. It seems unnecessary. The units have nice kitchens and living areas. Great beachy decorations. More baking dishes would have been nice as we made a holiday dinner. The rugs on the screen porches had mildew- need attention. All and all,a nice spot in Indian Rocks Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Lee, I'm very pleased that you had a memorable family Holiday with your local relatives and your children from afar. It is a preferred business practice of mine, to obtain a signature on a lease agreement with a legal picture ID. When you go to a hotel, you do sign-in and provide ID. I've cleared this procedure with Vrbo and I've been doing this since Jan. 2014, when I first rented via Vrbo. As for the throw rugs on the balcony, I've alerted my cleaning lady & yard cleaning person and it is being reviewed as we speak. My appologies for my cleaning staff being remissed for the aluminum baking disposable. This was the second time we rent for a Holiday, this year. I keep stock of most everything we need for a stay in our storage unit, downstairs. She forgot to check after the Thanksgiving guests checked out. I assure you it will not happen again. Again, thank you & I hope all is well with your family. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcia w.

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

Family Vacation

I would definitely recommend this property. We rented both cottages & it was perfect for our family reunion. There were 7 adults and 5 children ages 9-14. It was spacious & allowed everyone to be together without ever feeling crowded. The 2 kitchens were equipped with everything needed to entertain, cook and serve our Thanksgiving dinner. The interior was clean, comfortable, & tastefully decorated. One of the the bonuses of this property for our family was the private outside area. There were 3 tables & plenty of chairs which allowed us to sit together for our Thanksgiving dinner. Sitting around the gas fire pit in the evening was the perfect ending to the day! We all loved the easy beach access for our morning walks, afternoon beach fun & evening sunset gazing! We had everything we needed & would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Marcia thank you and I'm very pleased to hear that your family had such a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. Look forward to hearing from you in the future. Mia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

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

Excellent

It was everything we expected! The house was clean, nicely furnished and had all the amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Kerry!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

An amazing location with great amenities. Perfect for a family or group.

We had a great time at Mia’s property. A few steps away from public beach access. The beach buggies provided at the property are amazing and a great for packing up coolers and easily traveling to the beach. The downstairs tables, gas fire pit and hammocks were incredible for lounging and large dinners. Skip the expensive beach resorts and stay in a cozy and comfortable place like this to get the most out of your visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Lee! I'm very pleased to hear that you and your party had a memorable and wonderful stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Fantastic property and location.

The property owner/manager, Mia and her husband, are terrific host and very thoughtful. Our stay was complete with everything well thought out leaving nothing for us to need. The walk to the beach was so easy allowing us to go whenever we wanted without any planning. I highly recommend this property and its location at Indian Rocks Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mia

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After working at Delta Air Lines and Hilton Hotels, we decided to go into the vacation rental business. At first it was simply to cover expenses for a dream vacation home. Now, as my husband is retired, we decided that this was an excellent way to stay active and busy while pursuing a dream.

Why they chose this property

When we purchased this property in 2012 as a vacation home, we fulfilled a dream to own a beach place for our family to enjoy. As "Native" Floridians and having had the benefit of vsiting many beautiful beaches and cities, we are a bit biased towards the West Coast of Florida's best powdery white sand in the World! That's the reason that we feel our place is a Paradise Found!

What makes this property unique

This property was built in 1981. When we saw this popety, we fell in love with the quiet and residential location; yet, very close to local restaurants and popular tourist attractions. The view from its balcony and front windows made us feel in Paradise!
We invite you to enjoy it as much as we do.!

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