Beachfront, Chic a si Cottage, original vintage Florida charm right on the Gulf

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Entire home

Beach side lawn and deck
and nautical flag pole

Gazebo showing beach side lawn and dunes

New Kitchen with all new appliances showing Dutch door on Gulf Blvd .

New kitchen entering from Gulf Blvd side

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6963 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Indian Rocks Beach, FL

St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
‪3 min walk‬
Splash Harbour Water Park
‪5 min walk‬
Sand Key Park
‪16 min drive‬
Clearwater, FL (CLW-Clearwater Air Park)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Enjoy the privacy of this award-winning cottage directly on the white sands of Indian Rocks Beach. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, Chic a si Cottage is built of cypress with a tin roof, Bermuda shutters, and original gingerbread trim. An expansive deck and lawn between the cottage and the beach invites outdoor living with Adirondack chairs, hammock, porch swing, and a dining gazebo with overhead fan and large gas grill. The private outdoor shower allows bathing under the sun or moon. Generous private parking. Newly designed kitchen with all new appliances in 2025. Fireplace, central heating and air-conditioning, washer/dryer.

Property manager

Harry Flowers

Languages

English

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Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Within 7 days of booking, copy of ID for Primary Renter must be sent Owner.

All reservations are subject to owner screening and approval before they become final. This will occur within 48 hours of the booking.

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

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 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

A car is not required 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. 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 and Florida Botanical Gardens. 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 - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
Sand Key Park - 15 min drive - 10.1 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
Clearwater Beach - 21 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 22 min drive

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

Is Beachfront, Chic a si Cottage, original vintage Florida charm right on the Gulf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront, Chic a si Cottage, original vintage Florida charm right on the Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront, Chic a si Cottage, original vintage Florida charm right on the Gulf?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront, Chic a si Cottage, original vintage Florida charm right on the Gulf located?

Nestled on the beach, this Independence Square cottage is just steps away from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and Indian Rocks Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

25 Jun, 2024

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

Wonderful stay!

A little slice of heaven! Everything you could need is there!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

16 Jul, 2024

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

Fantastic beach cottage!

Fantastic beach cottage! Clean, great communication with owner. Easy access to the beach. Outdoor shower was so nice to rinse off after playing at the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

1 Jul, 2024

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

AMAZING FLORIDA BEACH HOUSE

The most perfect place to be right on the beach with amazing sunsets and a great home with every thing you could need and then more. You will never want to leave believe me

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBORA D., Loudon

28 Jul, 2023

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

Perfect location

Very relaxing looking at the ocean with my moring coffee from the backyard of the cottage and the sunsets were beautiful!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Best spot in Indian Rocks

My family has stayed at Chicasi 5 years in a row. Location is perfect. We can walk to a different restaurant or ice cream shop every day. The cottage and yard are beautiful and well-maintained. We love Chicasi!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

9 Aug, 2017

Amazing, spectacular, unique!

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this super adorable cottage on the beach.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Tampa, USA

10 Jun, 2020

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

Loved our stay

Beautiful property with amazing front seat view of the ocean. The location is conveniently placed along the beach for easy access to restaurants. Courteous owners and look forward to enjoy beach side view again at this location.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

3 Mar, 2021

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

ChicASi Cottage

Perfect place in paradise.

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kirby W.

14 Nov, 2023

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

Family Getaway

Chicasi is a beautiful property. The outdoor space was to die for and the cottage itself was a a great blend of modern conveniences and beach living. We also loved the outdoor shower. I would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia Rickert I.

15 Jun, 2024

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

Cottage by the Sea

Beautiful family-style cottage close to a myriad of activities with the beach as your playground. We were so lucky to have this as the perfect setting for our birthday celebration. The gazebo served as a gathering place for our oldest and dearest friends and our family joined us there to complete our special day in the sun.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

26 Dec, 2023

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

This was our third time renting this adorable cottage. We love being right on the beach and short walking distance to so many of the best restaurants. The landscaping and outdoor areas are beautiful and so well taken care of. The inside is charming and clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing week at the beach. We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mishele F.

2 Jan, 2024

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

Third time - same charm!

We have stayed in this adorable home for the last 3 years and have had the same amazing experience each time. It is the perfect cottage on the beach for a relaxing week (or more) and we feel lucky to have found a home away from home!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Jen P.

27 Apr, 2021

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

Wonderfully Relaxing

Can't say enough good things about our stay at Chic-a-Si cottage. Beautiful property, gorgeous view, adorable cottage decor, equipped with everything we needed for our convenience. Highly recommend this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

12 Jul, 2022

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

Beautiful!!

This was an amazing cottage! Perfect location, beautiful sunsets, used the grill a few nights, that was very nice. The owner checked in with us when we arrived, which was very nice. We will definitely be staying here next year!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

30 Dec, 2020

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

Beautiful property to relax on

Beautiful property, 10/10 sunsets and great location. Awesome place to relax, bike paddle board and fish. Everything as described and great communication from owner.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

24 Oct, 2020

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

October

The best stay on the beach!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

4 Mar, 2019

Perfect in every way. Best location in Indian Rocks Beach. The cottage is uniquely charming.

Chic-A-Si cottage is a gem. The comfort and style of the gulf viewing veranda cannot be over-exaggerated. There is simply no better place to relax, party, dine, people-watch, enjoy nature, star gaze, or enjoy sunsets .

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

anna a.

5 Jul, 2022

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

Perfect!

Chic a si Beach house has everything you need. it is VERY well and beautifully kept! There's no better place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

18 Oct, 2022

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

Excellent Vacay!!!

This was my family's second time staying at Chicasi and it was everything we expected and more. Cannot say enough good things about the charming cottage, the amazing location, and the awesome host of the property. The place was clean, had all the cookware, linens and towels you need. Right on the beach! Such a lovely place!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

10 Jan, 2023

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

Beautiful and private

This is the second year we have stayed at this property over the holidays. It’s a beautiful private home with just enough yard enjoy family and friends. Just a few steps to the beach and easy running and walking in beautiful Indian Rocks Beach.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

24 Feb, 2023

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

Chic A Si February 2023

We have chosen to stay at this cottage repeatedly over the years because it is superbly located, equipped and managed.

Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

8 May, 2021

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

Private Oasis

Wonderful location on the beach. Felt like a private oasis. All the amenities needed. Would highly recommend staying. Next time…one month!!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Uyen (Mimi) Z.

20 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect cottage!

We have been to Florida multiple times and have stayed in many VRBOs. This is our favorite one! The layout, the beautiful backyard, the warm decor and the well stocked kitchen were all perfect. But, what definitely hooked us was the unique outdoor shower! The location of this cottage couldn’t have been any better. It’s convenient to everything. Our family of 5 absolutely enjoyed a relaxing vacation at Chic a si cottage. We plan to be back:)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C.

15 May, 2024

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

Chicasi

The check in was easy. Contact with host was great. Contact back very timely. Cottage was clean and very closeto everything. The outside shower was a fun

Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R., Decatur, GA

1 Aug, 2023

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

Fourth trip to Chicasi

We've stayed at Chicasi four summers in a row. We love it. Location is perfect. The cottage is cute and well maintained. We especially enjoy the gazebo and outdoor spaces. Communication with Hal is quick and easy.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Harry Flowers

Hal and Marian Flowers live in Tampa, and enjoy Chic a si Cottage as their beach house during non-rental periods. Hal is a real estate executive and Marian practices family law in Tampa. Since they purchased it in 1998, they have made extensive improvements including new decks, gazebo, kitchen and appliances, linens & bedding, furniture, HVAC and landscaping, but have preserved the original charm of the vintage cottage. They want you to feel like you have stepped back in time to enjoy the magic of being on the Gulf of Mexico with your family.

Why they chose this property

Three bedrooms, two baths, two queen beds and a bunk room allow comfort for 6 with ease. Includes all linens & towels. 3 TVs. Telephones. Kitchen has all imaginable amenities, full size appliances, microwave, dishwasher, coffeemaker, hand mixer, toaster, blender, waffle maker, garbage disposal, refrig with ice-maker & filtered water, and full service for 8. Full sized washer & dryer in private laundry. Cozy living room made of cypress has vaulted ceiling with fireplace, color TV w/digital cable & Bose speakers, Blue-ray VCR & videos, CD player & tuner. High speed wireless internet. Master bedroom has a color TV, and French doors leading out to private outdoor shower. Lounge chairs, beach towels, and many creature comforts including outdoor gas grill. Outdoor rocking chair, and over sized seating make the large deck the place to be at our colorful sunsets. Boat box full of children's toys for sandcastle building and digging. Well appointed, with an eye toward comfort and enjoyment.

What makes this property unique

One of the few original cottages left on Indian Rocks Beach. Perfectly restored ( Historic Preservation Award in 2004), the quintessential beach house!