In the heart of Indian Rocks Beach, Floridita offers a serene Gulf-side retreat. This historic beachside cottage boasts a private patio and deck with Gulf views, perfect for sipping coffee or watching the sunset. With high-speed WiFi, cable television, laundry facilities and fully-equipped kitchen you'll feel right at home.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bathroomsSleeps 356 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand!
Private Historic Gulf-View Cottage with Sunset Deck – Built in 1913 and tucked behind the dunes, Dunes is a fully renovated two-story cottage blending vintage charm and modern comfort. Enjoy a private patio, spiral staircase, Gulf-view deck, and open living space just steps from the beach, with shared access to pool, hot tub, and garden grounds.
More than 100 years old, the Beach Cottage Inn is one of Indian Rocks Beach`s earliest cottages. Lovingly tended to and newly renovated, it is now available for guests for the first time in more than a decade.
Upon entering downstairs from a subtropical brick path, there is a queen bed, bedside tables, dresser, armoire, armchair, and desk. The bedroom enjoys its own full bathroom, newly restored with eco friendly bathroom fixtures. Sliding glass doors give on to a private patio, its pergola covered in flowering vines.
Spiral stairs lead up to an open living area with a crisp new euro kitchen and additional half-bathroom. The kitchen is fully loaded with cooking tools, as well as dining table and chairs. A loveseat sofa bed with twin mattress for a third guest sits opposite. This upstairs too has its own exterior door leading to a private deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, with extra seating to enjoy company and delight in the sunset.
If you think you may need more space, please consider reserving the one of our additional cottage apartments next door, which include 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom options.
Guests will have private use of the entire 2-story cottage, including a secluded patio and its own gulf-view deck.
As residents next door, we are generally available to answer questions or respond to comments by text, phone, email, or in person.
The cottage comes fully stocked with new linens and towels, as well as cooking essentials and some bathing products.
Brand new air conditioning, high-speed wifi, and cable television are included, and the on-premises laundry room with washer and dryer is free of charge.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property does not allow children
Recycling
Unit size: 600 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Note from host: There is an open spiral stairway in the cottage.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Indian Rocks Beach, this cottage is near a water park and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Pier 60 Park. Splash Harbour Water Park and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Indian Rocks Beach travel guide
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.)
25 min drive
Restaurants
The Original Crabby Bills
6 min walk
Mike's Pizza & Pub
20 min walk
Guppy's On the Beach
17 min walk
PJ's Oyster Bar
7 min walk
Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb
10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is "Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at "Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is "Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, Splash Harbour Water Park and Belleair Beach. Indian Rocks Shopping Center and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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"Dunes" Historic Beachside Cottage 1/1 – Steps to Sand! Reviews
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My husband and I wanted someplace near the beach and this spot delivered! Cozy and private and steps to the beach, it was perfect! The hosts were great and very responsive to any questions we had. We would absolutely book here again!
Quant cottage on beautiful Indian Rocks Beach! Cottage is well-appointed with quality towels and linens, kitchen utensils, etc. The upstairs deck has a view of the water and a lovely breeze. Location to local businesses is great!
We very much enjoyed our stay and would love to visit again!
Amazing place! So clean and included everything I needed and more! A beautiful ocean view from the deck, and a very comfy bed. Jude was very kind, and greeted me upon my arrival. He answered all of my questions and messages very quickly. My stay was perfect!!
This rental is right next to the beach and is very cute. The bed is super comfy and there are doors out to a nice patio next to bed. The bathrooms are clean and new. The two floors are connected by spiral stairs so be aware if you have little kids or mobility issues. The kitchen is cute but small and has the basics but not set up for making in depth meals. There is no rental guide book so we had to contact the owner a number of times via texts with various questions but he was very responsive. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would return to this place without hesitation.
Provided with our own parking space, we followed a "red brick road" through a beautiful maze to our downstairs bedroom and bath. We climbed the circular staircase inside to a lovely little open plan living area and half bath. Opening the door, we were pleased to find a deck with a view and table and chairs with a live plant on the table.
The Bonds were very nice. We left items there, by mistake. Jenni helped us facilitate their return.
We will come back again and highly recommend this property to a couple with no mobility issues. B. and D.
We really enjoyed our stay! The location was great! Entire cottage was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the beach chairs, noodles, board for our time on the beach!Would totally stay again!
Peaceful and relaxing get-a-way even on a holiday weekend. We enjoyed coffee and dinner on the top balcony where we had a wonderful breeze and amazing sunsets
Nice very clean cozy beach place. Dog friendly unit ( beach was not dog friendly) No roads to cross, walk out to the beach. Lots of beach toys, chairs to use. Hard to find, GPS sent us around in circles, but once you find it you’ll be glad you did.
Here is the perfect spot for one person or a couple. Two friends as well. Easy walk to beach. Less than 30 yards. Has parking. Indian Rocks Beach is so quiet and easy on the soul. Not much traffic. White sand and a calm Gulf with a breeze every day. This is a two story property with spiral staircase. That is the only possible problem for some.