We enjoyed our time at this cute little townhome just outside of St. Pete. It took a quick 7-8 mins to drive to downtown and maybe 30 mins to get to Fort Desoto dog beach, which is also good time btw. My husband and I, 2 kids, and midsize dog were all very comfortable. We felt safe, enjoyed the cozy back yard, and would be happy to come back to this spot for our next adventure in St. Pete. Downtown St. Pete is super dog friendly. I mean don't take your dog to the Dali Museum, obviously, but most restaurants, the Pier, etc. are all great for excursions with your dog.