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Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings

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Miscellaneous
Tandem kayaks
Family Room 85 in TV with cable and streaming capable with XBox, 2 controllers
Enjoy mural's by the pool.
Backyard at sunset.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Largo, FL
  • Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sand Key Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Crib

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings

Waterfront Home — Just 8 minutes to Indian Rocks Beach, 20 minutes to Clearwater Beach

What You'll Love:

→ Expansive water views
→ Direct access to the Intercoastal Waterway
→ Private pool w/ tropical landscaping
→ Direct dock access w/ kayaks & paddleboard launch
→ Hand-carved tiki details, jasmine pergola, & edible garden (yes, you can pick fruit!)
→ Local artwork, custom murals, & sculptural surprises throughout
→ Dolphins, manatees, ospreys, pelicans & egrets as daily guests
→ EV charger

The space:

➤ Location Perks: Located on the intracoastal water way and only 8 minutes form Indian Rocks Beach.

→ Indian Rocks Beach – 8 minutes
→ Clearwater Beach – 20 minutes
→ Local shops, parks, and waterfront restaurants – 5–10 minutes
→ Tampa International Airport – 35 minutes

♥ Private cove offers a quiet escape, even during peak season

➤ Bedrooms & Bathrooms: Sleeps 12

Captain’s Quarters

→ King bed with water views through glass sliders
→ Large Smart TV with streaming and cable
→ Bright en-suite bath with spacious shower and natural light

Starfish Room (Guest Favorite)

→ Queen adjustable bed with pool and water views
→ Access to the pool via sound-insulated patio doors
→ Cozy and private....guests might fight over this one

Anchor Room

→ Queen bed with headboard lighting + USB phone chargers
→ Smart TV and a peaceful sitting nook
→ Plenty of storage

Crew's Quarters Bathroom

→ Tub/shower combo
→ Bathroom essentials provided (towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap)
→ Beach-inspired design with driftwood, seashells, and coastal colors


Front Living Room

→ Queen pull-out sofa
→ Board games
→ Secret garden view

Back Living Room

→ Recliners with USB ports
→ 85" Smart TV
→ Xbox
→ Sonos surround sound

Full Kitchen

→ Well-equipped with essentials
→ Large table for group meals

Backyard

→ Private dock
→ kayak station
→ Outdoor grill
→ Tiki dining hut

Guest access:

Guests have access to the entire home, including all outdoor areas, the pool, fishing equipment, the right side of the dock (for safety reasons, please avoid the left side), kayaks, paddleboard, life jackets, and beach equipment stored in the outside closet.

NO ACCESS:
1. Our boat lift and boat. (We do have an additional tie up for your boat)
2. Part of the pantry is locked with our personal items.
3. Garage
4. Master bedroom closet

Other things to note:

Pet Policy
- Dogs are allowed with advance notice and approval
- There is a $400 pet fee per animal per reservation
- Pets must be crated when left alone — no free-roaming animals allowed
- Guests are responsible for any damage caused by pets (chewing, staining, accidents, etc.)

Refund & Change Policy
- We have a strict no refund policy
- No reservation changes are permitted that result in a refund
- Please book with confidence and ensure your dates and guest count are accurate

Events & Gatherings
- No parties or events are allowed
- Quiet enjoyment of the property is expected at all times

Early Check-In / Late Check-Out:
- Early check-in or late check-out may be available for a $50 fee
- If you’d like both and they’re available, the combined fee is $100
- Please message the host in advance to check availability and make arrangements

Property manager

Anthony Newman

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$400.00 pet fee (no cats) no exceptions each pet.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please no cigarettes thrown on the ground.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you brought a dog, please check the yard for any waste you might have missed. Bag it up and toss it in the green bin before heading out. Thanks for keeping the area clean!
If you use the grill during your stay, please clean it before you leave to avoid extra cleaning charges. Thanks for helping keep things tidy!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be advised that after the cancellation period we do not allow ANY changes to a reservation that results in a refund.
Please keep the furniture in its original place. If housekeeping needs to move it back, a $100 charge will be applied to your security deposit.
NO UNCRATED ANIMALS ON PROPERTY. ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO ROAM FREELY IN OUR HOME. VIOLATION WILL RESULT IN CANCELLATION.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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

About the area

Largo

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Anona, a neighbourhood in Largo. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Florida Botanical Gardens and Splash Harbour Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Largo, FL

What's nearby

  • Largo Medical Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Sand Key Park - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 15 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Guppy's On the Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grove Surf Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keegan's Seafood Grille - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings have a pool?

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

Is Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Escape ~ 8 min to Indian Rocks Beach ~ Dolphin & Manatee Sightings located?

Located in Anona, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Serenity Gardens Memorial Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Indian Rocks Shopping Center and Florida Botanical Gardens. Splash Harbour Water Park and Belleview Biltmore Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

Brittany E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can not express how amazing our time was here. Anthony and his wife were so amazing , helpful and prompt to answer any questions. The property is PERFECT. They have thought of everything here! We brought our 21’ bay boat and never had any trouble coming or going. Enjoyed the manatees and dolphins right out back. Just all around amazing property. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaimee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a home away from home. Everything you need is there ready for you. Location was absolutely beautiful. Beach and restaurants were a quick drive. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabel T.

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

Beautiful, well equipped home

We came to stay with our 27” boat for a week and we had everything we needed. Family of 12 with our doodle as well. Home is just as pictured and described. Kitchen has top notch appliances and great pots and pans and all you need for cooking and serving. Owners are great and have great communication. Backyard is gorgeous and great for any age. We vacation often and stay in many VRBO’s and this one offered way more than the rest. Highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin K.

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

Awesome experience

House was awesome. Location was great. Would definitely recommend and would also book here again. Indoors were high end and nicely decorated. Outside had amazing amenities and views. Awesome place to experience and stay at. 5 star.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton T.

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

Awesome stay

Beautiful place
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathey L.

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

Best Rental

This was the cutest place! Attention to detail. Super clean, great layout ~ will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

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

Beautiful house

We loved everything about this beautiful home. Completely renovated and just gorgeous. House is set with everything you need for your beach vacation. Anthony was a super helpful host and attentive to our every need. This place is really just a dream come true for your next family vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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

Serenity in Paradise!

Beautiful home in a great neighborhood/location. Very quite and peaceful. Impeccable attention to detail throughout the property. Great pool/hot tub for starting and winding down the day. Nice area for kayaking and paddle boarding (with manatees as a bonus!). Grill and firepit are in great condition and we used them often. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great Waterfront House

The whole family enjoyed our stay. The house is very spacious and so clean. Nice and quiet street and back yard. My wife loved all the unique decorations around the house so much we had to go to the adorable boutique where most of them came from. We had a dolphin swimming along the sea wall under the docks one day and a lot of manatee activity, even caught one doing a full roll over on the water surface on video. The tiki hut is a great refugee from both the sun and the occasional rain, it always stayed dry! The pool isn't huge but it was big enough for two floating around and brought needed relief from the heat when soaking up the wonderful Florida sunshine. Short drive to Indian Rock's Beach, which is nice and quiet too, so unlike the beaches with all the resorts. Great eight days at Anthony's wonderful house. Highly recommended get away spot on the intercostal waterway.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Amazing house on the water

We had an amazing week at Anthony's beach house! The interior of the home, from decorating to the large TVs and Sonos sound system, were all TOP notch. The furniture & sofa after a long day at the beach were super comfy. The master bed and pillows were super comfy as well, which we tend to value after long, adventurous days (Btw - what brand were the pillows? We might want to get a few haha). Everything inside was top tier. The back yard gives a really nice, beachy feel and being close to the water was great. The pool does heat up to a really nice temp for the cooler months down there, which my son really enjoyed. Really quick drive to the beach, too. The only additional things to note - there was a large RV parked in the driveway the entire week, which is not a problem if you only have one car like we did, but we couldn't really throw ball out front or utilize that space (nor did we know ahead of time). There are also multiple cameras in the back of the house which we kind of feel should be mentioned in the post. Felt a little strange at first as we value our privacy, but we got over it quickly. Thankfully our 9 year old son wasn't throwing any ragers lol. Overall still a 5 star stay for the comfort and accommodations, and we would surely return again. Thank you, Anthony!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Paradise on the water

The property was amazing. So beautiful. The homeowners have decorated it so well. We never even felt the need to go to the beach. The home had everything we needed to feel relaxed and have a great time. Manatees came right up to the dock as well as sting rays. We saw dolphins in the bay and my husband and kids were able to even kaya with the manatees. Fishing was also great. I would highly recommend this property to anyone. It was truly special.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Anthony Newman

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Languages:

English