About this rental
You are on vacation! No need to worry about anything here! Everything is cleaned with hospital grade disinfectant and there are NO SHARED SPACES! The home, patio, parking, beach access is all yours! All towels and linens are new! Your vacation safety and health are our concern!
Our home is a very rare, private, stand-alone home that sits right on the beach - NOT A CONDO!
No elevator, passcode or shared property to be exposed to!
You can see the Gulf of Mexico and sunset/moonset from every room in the house - the only thing between you and the water's edge is sugar white sand & protective sea-oats! Located in a quiet neighborhood, no loud touristy hotels or establishments nearby!
Huge wrap around deck with large gas grill, patio dining table, chairs & umbrella, outdoor speakers, lighting and shower, and all the beach chairs, towels & toys you need! Our very clean home offers off street parking, private beach access, fully equipped kitchen, large walk-in shower, luxury towels and linens for very clean and cozy king & 2 full size beds. Sleeps 4 very comfortably! Cable TV in each room, DVD/Blu Ray, CD player, secure Wi Fi and a SMART TV so you can stream your favorite shows!
Walking distance to great indoor/outdoor restaurants & neighborhood pubs! All you need is your toothbrush & bathing suit...what more do you want?
Unique Benefits
Our "postage stamp" of heaven allows you to enjoy the beach without even leaving the house!! Your kids can enjoy the beach and you can supervise them from the deck/porch!
Or vise versa!
Everything is close, clean and secure!
No additional fees for cleaning or technology!
Why Kids Love It
They can have space and freedom - large front 'beach' yard and quiet streets allow for lots of exploring and fun!
Area Information
90 minutes from Disney (Orlando), 30 minutes from Busch Gardens (Tampa), 15 minutes from Dali & Chihully Museums (St. Petersburg). Great local restaurants and pubs within walking distance, shopping, golfing, tennis, bike & scooter rentals, fishing charters and boat rentals all just a few minutes away!
Attractions Within Walking Distance
Rent bikes and scooters and tour the area at your own pace!
Kayaks, paddle boards and jet skis available for the water enthusiasts!
Pirate Mini Golf just down the street is fun for all!
Fishing in the Intracoastal water way or off shore is a favorite of locals...early morning or evening anglers are very successful!
Favorite Places To Eat
Sea Breeze (1 minute walk away) Full bar & drink /food specials daily & live entertainment
Burrito Social (2 minute drive/10 minute walk) Live entertainment, delicious casual food, shorts & T's welcome - dine inside or out! Reasonable prices!
Wahoo's Waterside Pub & Patio (3 minute walk) great local flavor & fresh food
Conch Republic ( 2 minutes by car) Full bar & great menu
Friendly Tavern ( 10 minute walk)Full bar & live entertainment & comfort food
Fort Knox Bar (1 minute walk - convenient neighborhood bar) Games & cocktails
Kenny's Korner ( 5 minute walk - great breakfast place)
Beach Pizza - delivery or pick up (10 minute walk) best pizza & sandwiches ever!
Salt Rock Grill - upscale dining experience (5 minutes by car)
Nachman's Seafood & Market (3 minute walk) Fresh seafood daily & great wines to pick up and enjoy at home
Inside Scoop
Make sure you stay outside after the sunset - the sun's after glow is the real spectacular show!
'Green Flash' is not a myth - you just have to look for it on a clear evening at the horizon as the sun drops into the gulf of Mexico
Moon sets in the Gulf of Mexico are gorgeous & all can be seen from our deck!
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Rates
Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
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Jan 01 - Dec 31 2024 | $3,700 | $5,900 | 7 nights | ||
Jan 01 - Dec 31 2025 | $4,000 | $7,000 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Security Deposit: $1,000
Tax Rate: 13%
Notes:
No cleaning or management fees.
No hidden costs or expenses.
No additional fees for WiFi.
Arrive with your groceries already in the fridge - concierge service available.
Contact owner for holiday pricing and availability - Easter, Memorial Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s
Availability
Last updated on October 05, 2024
Location
Hosted by Sue Brett
Member since 2018
Year purchased: 1977
About the host: We are local owners and have cared for the property since it was purchased in 1977.
Our ' little postage stamp of heaven' has been the center of many celebrations and great family vacations.
We are available to our guests and respond immediately to all requests & needs during your stay.
Our mission is: to ensure your best beach vacation ever!
Why this property? This rare beach front home has real charm & offers a unique beach experience, not available in a condo or multi family structure.
Comfort, cleanliness and convenience are very important to our guests and our home provides it all!
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Reviews
wonderful
We had a great time. The location was perfect. Sue was attentive and responded quickly to questions. The house was spotless and fully equipped with all that was needed to cook and enjoy the beach. We loved everything about this rental except that the vacation had to end. :)
Stayed: July 2022 Submitted: July 21, 2022
Truly a gem!!
What a wonderful home away from home situated on a pristine white sand beach just steps from the Gulf waters – without a doubt this “postage stamp of heaven” is one of a kind! Our family loves this pristine, well equipped (including everything for the beach - umbrellas, chairs, towels, and even beach toys for little ones), adorable, and comfortable cottage. Location is ideal with Clearwater and Saint Pete’s just down the road and Tampa only 35 mins away! The lovely deck is perfect for sunset dinners and there are plenty of fun restaurants and bars in the neighborhood. Sue and Tim are terrific landlords – we arrived for a Christmas stay and Sue had the place beautifully decorated – they think of everything! Lucky for us our son just moved to the area for work, so we look forward to many more delightful stays!
Stayed: December 2019 Submitted: February 27, 2020
Owner response
Tara it was delightful to have you stay through the holidays! So glad you enjoyed our 'postage stamp of heaven'! See you again soon!
Best cottage on the beach!
We have been coming to this little piece of heaven for 13 years and we love it. The cottage is a special gem and a rare find. We feel blessed to have found it. Tim and Sue are wonderful landlords. They are very accommodating and quick to react to any issues ( which in 13 years have been very few!) The cottage is spotlessly clean and very well cared for. Every year when we come there are new updates and decor. We love sitting on the deck and looking at the gulf and we can walk off the deck onto sand and the beach. The sunsets are beautiful (never two the same) and you can watch them from the deck while sipping a glass of wine. People who walk by on the way to the beach often comment that we have the best place on the beach and we agree! There are great restaurants nearby and close to several golf courses. Largo golf course is our favourite. I am writing this review sitting on the deck with a beer looking at the gulf and I feel so content and fortunate to be here. Thank you Tim and Sue for sharing your little piece of heaven
Stayed: February 2020 Submitted: February 17, 2020
Owner response
Thanks Rick & Rena for caring for our beach house as tenderly as we do! We are glad that you enjoy our little 'postage stamp of heaven'! You have to... LOVE THAT VIEW!
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