Savor the tranquility of this ground floor corner unit with private entrance and outside patio, located just 200 steps from Upham Beach. Enjoy beach chairs and towels, a refreshing pool, Paradise Grill for meals and drinks on the beach, as well as local bars like The Toasted Monkey within walking distance.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium
Recently updated ground floor corner unit with private outside entrance and patio located on popular Upham Beach Preserve. No need for a car as the condo is situated west of Gulf Boulevard approximately of block to the white sugary sands of the Gulf!
Soak up the sun and enjoy the tranquil turquoise waters. Feeling hungry? No need to run back to the condo when you can eat at Paradise Grill located beachside for a variety of breakfast/lunch items along with ice cold drinks including beer. After a day in the sun, why not jump into the refreshing heated pool for a quick dip. Enjoy over 200 cable and music channels in HD on a 51 inch flat screen in living room and 24 inch flat screen in bedroom. Secure WIFI access available and unlimited local/long distance calling to US/Canada/Puerto Rico included. There is a fully equipped kitchen with new cabinets and flooring installed in 2025 including updated bathroom.
Nightlife anyone? There are several local bars and restaurants within walking distance. The Toasted Monkey, Buoy's Oyster Shucker's Craft & Draft are just a few serving up fresh local seafood and live entertainment. Try downtown historic Corey Avenue or artsy Gulfport for more delicious dining selections. It's only a short jaunt away by car or Suncoast trolley which runs daily between St. Pete and Clearwater beaches. Downtown St. Petersburg along Central Avenue provides more entertainment/dining options,a mere 15 minutes away. Orlando theme parks are 1.5 hours away. Tampa International or St. Pete/Clearwater Airports are conveniently located 30 minutes from Gulf Winds. So much to see and do the list is endless! As you return to the condo for the evening,take a stroll down to the beach to catch an amazing sunset and then retire peacefully on the inviting pillow top mattress to dream about your next days adventures!
Minimum rental age is 25.
Please note that any lost or unreturned key(s) and/or parking pass will be subject to a fifty dollar ( $ 50.00 ) non refundable fee.
**** Please note that this is a privately owned condominium NOT a hotel so certain services, items and amenities may not be available. Please check with owner for entire list.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Dryer
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
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)
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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash any dishes and put back in cabinets.
Lock all windows, close blinds and leave AC at 76 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please adhere to all HOA rules and regulations as posted by Gulf Winds Resort.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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 St. Pete Beach, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Pass-a-Grille Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Jannus Live and North Shore Aquatic Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our St. Pete Beach travel guide
Does St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Upham Beach Park and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Corey Ave and Upham Beach are also within 10 minutes.
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St. Pete Beach~Upham Beach Preserve~Gulf Winds Condominium Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Close to everything, within walking distance to restaurants and shopping
Beach directly across the street
Condo was comfortable for 2 people, dated but sufficient
Lori S.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
A C.
22 Oct 2016
Beautiful, well kept one bedroom in a wonderful destination.
We enjoyed our stay in this well appointed condo this week and will recommend this unit highly to others visiting the area. Cannot say enough about the location and convenience to beach, dining, etc.
A C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
8/10 Good
Gregory S.
6 Oct 2015
Beach Condo
I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent at this beach condo. Perfect size for 2 people, it is located walking distance to the sand, restaurants and nightlife.
Listing met our expectations. Location is great, beach is wonderful. 2nd year at St. Pete beach and will be returning next year.
Reedy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kayla r.
20 Mar 2018
Amazing honeymoon
Kristi was beyond accommodating for us as we traveled to st Pete for our honeymoon! The condo was the perfect size for the two of us & had a kitchen so we didn’t have to eat out for every meal. Quiet area with a two minute walk to the beach- it was fantastic! The sunsets were the most beautiful I have ever seen. We will stay here again if we come back to st Pete’s
Very close to the beach and there were 3 beach chairs for use. The air conditioner was very good. Master bed was very comfy but the sleeper sofa was horrible. My 13 year old never complains but he did this time. Sleeping on the regular couch wasn’t much better. It’s dated but we didn’t go for the condo! We came for the beach and it’s very close. Overall, it was a very nice place!
Loralee K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
4/10 Poor
Kathleen L.
15 Feb 2016
Adequate
Description fails to mention the nightclub opening next door and the nightclub patrons outside the unit--not exactly expected in a "quiet residential neighborhood". Also eXpected to find a hair dryer as a basic small appliance and a starter supply of coffee since we arrived late. The wifi password and pool gate code provided were not accurate.
Kathleen L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2016
Verified
4/10 Poor
Hugh C.
6 Apr 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Much much less than expected
Photograph's very inaccurate. The unit's quality is poor, very outdated, and in much need of a total rehab. All the furniture is old second hand and not in good repair. The sofa was the worst, using plywood to support the seating (very hard). I would never recommend this property.
We enjoyed our long stay, long walks on the beach and access to everything without driving. The place was just as described and we will definitely stay here again.
Great location , responsive Host .
Good value for only really sleeping there didn’t use kitchen but it seemed to have what people might need.
Cindy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Donna M.
14 Apr 2019
Relaxing in Quaint Beach Community
Accommodations were exactly as expected.... great location, everything needed for the beach was available (chairs, beach towels, etc).
Communication from Kristi was clear and any questions were answered promptly.
Thanks again Kristi!
DM
Donna M.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ronald G.
11 Apr 2019
Say at sea breeze in st Pete beach
We had a great time . Condo was perfect very beachy ! Centrally located to the beach and restaurants . Owners were Great and very helpful. Will stay there again !!
Ronald G.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ernest l.
10 July 2018
beautiful condo
Nice location nice condo would return clean beautiful beach
ernest l.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie S.
26 June 2018
Clean, cute, quiet, close to the beach
So impressed! It was our first time with VRBO, and Kristi was wonderful! The VRBO app updated right before we were coming down and we couldn't find our check-in info anywhere on the app. We messaged Kristi and she got back to us right away with all the information we needed and checked back to make sure we had gotten in ok. The condo was super cute, very comfortable for my husband and I. There was a little bit of construction going on with the roads, but it was still pretty quiet since they did most the work while we were out. The beach was barely a block away, with a nice little food hut to grab a snack or drink. The pool was never too crowded and Kristi had some beach/pool supplies in the closet that made things even easier. I would go back in a heartbeat!
Katie S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jackie A.
4 May 2018
Great location on St Pete Beach!
We stayed at the Gulf Winds resort in St Pete Beach. The complex's location is fantastic! You are right across the street from Upham Beach and within two blocks of great little bars and restaurants. The owner of this property was very helpful to us - answered all questions promptly. We had requested two beach chairs, and she said that there were two chairs in the condo. When we arrived, one of the chairs was broken. We contacted her, asking if we would buy a new chair, would she reimburse us. She said yes, no problem! So we bought another chair, and within a day, we were reimbursed in our bank account for the cost. The condo itself is decorated very cute with all beach-themed accents and furniture. Condo was clean, cable tv service was great, fast & secure wifi service within the condo, plenty of sheets and towels. We would not have a problem renting this unit again if we were to stay in St Pete Beach!
Jackie A.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Rita Lynch
14 Apr 2018
Gulf Winds-Upham Beach-StPete.
We loved the property where we stayed, Ideal location on beach restaurants shops travel.
Krista was very helpful in all our needs.
We would certainly stay at this condo again.
R Lynch
Rita Lynch
Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
gary g.
21 Mar 2018
Average
Not bad, have stayed in better, have stayed in worse
gary g.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
John N.
6 Feb 2018
Love St. Pete Beach & Gulf Winds
Just returned from a 2-week stay in Gulf Winds. The check-in procedures were spot on...no problems. The condo location was perfect...loved being right across the street from the beach and the pool was very nice. The condo was furnished nicely, with all the necessities for cooking in if desired. We were very comfortable during our stay. Kristi is very accesssible for any questions or concerns regarding the condo. We enjoyed our stay very much , however, the weather could have been better. January in Florida is unpredictable!!!! Would definitely make a return visit to this condo.
John N.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Marian H.
15 Jan 2018
So close to the beach....
This is a great property, perfect for a couple with small fully stocked kitchen and steps from the beach, free parking, free wifi. Close (easy walking distance) to many good restaurants. And the beach....did I mention how close to the beach? Beautiful. Also recommend Fort Desoto park a short drive away, more beach.
Marian H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Teresa B.
10 Aug 2017
Love the area and condo five stars for sure!!
The condo was very clean and neat.It has everything you need to feel right at home. It was steps from the beach and walking distance to casual and fine dining.Will definitely be back for another vacation.
Teresa B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
10 June 2017
Great location and easy parking
The unit was clean when we arrived. Easy parking. We even got to check in early. The location of the condo is just around the corner from Upham Beach. We couldn't see the ocean from the condo, but not a huge deal to us. If you are traveling with anyone that has a bad back or is older, don't plan on them sleeping on the pull out sleeper sofa bed. I tried it for Ken second and couldn't do it. I am sure the bed is fine for teenagers or younger. The pool was close by as well, right across from the beach. It seems like a very slow, easy going area. I am glad we got this condo and not a hotel. The restaurants in the area were not that impressive, but there were a ton to choose from. If you like bar food and deep fried meals, this town is for you. Lol. We rented a car and drive about 7 minutes to John's Pass boardwalk. Lots of shops and restaurants there. Overall th property was perfect.
Kimberly S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth G.
15 May 2017
Very clean, relaxing and cozy condo!
My husband and I needed some R&R to say the least after a rough fall and winter. Immediately after Christmas, I began searching for the perfect place for us to spend two weeks and found Krist's cozy condo. I immediately booked our flights and then the condo. It was the perfect place for us to relax and enjoy the beach. Everything is within walking distance thus we didn't need a car! it was perfect! We even took the CAT to downtown St. Pete's which was awesome and we even caught a baseball game with the Toronto Blue Jays and Tampa Bay Rays playing! That was awesome and bonus! Only one suggestion I make is that it could use a little more pots and pans along with a couple frying pans. This isn't a complaint by any means, just a suggestion as it was a little difficult to cook as I would when home. I didn't cook much all the same, but was in need of another frying pan and pot when I did. Thanks again Kristi, and as I have already mentioned, we will be back!! probably as early as August or October! Thanks for everything! P.S. Kristi was on top of everything to make sure our stay was enjoyable. She replies to emails very quickly as well! thanks again Kristi!