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Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard.

Waterfront holiday home with water park and Hot tub

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, books
Property grounds
Exterior
By the intracoastal waterway, this downstairs retreat offers a serene escape with private dock access and stunning views. Enjoy saltwater pool time, unwind in the hot tub or explore by kayak or bike - all within a short walk to beautiful white-sand beaches.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$718
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

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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.

Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard.

The property is the downstairs of our home with separate back entrance, separate central ac and mini split ac. Lovely location on the intracoastal waterway with dock, salt water pool, hot tub, kayak and bike use. You can enjoy watching dolphins, manatees and many sea birds from the pool and dock area. Our beaches have white sugar sand and lovely blue water. and are a short 2 block walk away. There are many great restaurants and bars within walking distance.We do live upstairs so you may occasionally hear us but we do not use the pool,or other outdoor amenities when we have guests.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only- with butts properly disposed of!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Property is for guest use only! Keep noise to a minimum between 10 pm and 7 am
1. No glass around pool or hot tub
2. Keep all doors and windows closed while AC is on.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be closely attended at all times!

Events

No events allowed
Keep noise to a minimum between 10 pm and 7 am

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only- with butts properly disposed of!

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
Note from host: Keep noise to a minimum between 10 pm and 7 am
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, a first aid kit 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
Property Registration Number DWE6216497

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Tropical Intracoastal Paradise Indian Rocks Beach
Tropical Intracoastal Paradise Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Indian Rocks Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Belleair Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • MPM Primary Care - Indian Rocks Primary Care - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Indian Rocks Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Guilty Sea Sports Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy Guana's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. ?

As of 4 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$717.98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and Indian Rocks Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Home away from home but with dolphins and manatees in your back yard. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thad S.

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

Beach stay

Enjoyed the backyard pool, intracoastal views and quick walk to the beach and restaurants. Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie B.

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

Amazing & within walking distance to the beach.

Our family really enjoyed our stay. The house is right on the Intracoastal Waterway, a half-mile walk to the beach, and had everything that we needed. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana J.

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

Few days of peace

Nice few days, great CommunicationGreat area, things all around.. clean place! Had what we needed! We will be back- thank you! !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

Perfection

Where to start, amazing waterfront property with incredible views, the beach, local restaurants and bars (and ice cream shops!) are all easily walkable, if you want to go further afield there is a regular trolley bus. The pool was brilliant, there were kayaks available to use which were a massive hit. Check in was simplicity it's self and the facilities were all you could ask for. The best bit were the owners - Lynn and Harry who live upstairs, they were delightful and helpful in equal measure. full of useful tips to help make you stay more enjoyable, out only complaint is that we did not see enough of them. This place is an absolute gem of a holiday home and we can't wait to return
The pool and view
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy p.

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

Perfect place

This property was wonderful. It was clean and had everything you needed for a wonderful vacation. The owners were the nicest people who were easy to communicate with and provided so many "extras" that you felt like you were home. The location was wonderful that you could walk to the beach then come back and soak in the hot tub. Would definitely come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

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

Awesome stay!!

Awesome house with everything you need for the beach and all!! Beautiful scenery and the pool was perfect after a long day at the beach!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

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

Romantic and relaxing getaway!

We had a wonderful time at this place. It was a brilliant location and clean and had everything we needed for a restful week vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Perfect beach getaway!

Such a great place for a beach getaway! We enjoyed all the amenities and being walking distance to the beach was fantastic. We will definitely be back, thank you Lynn & Harry!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyann S.

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

Awesome !

Such a great place to stay ! Cute little town, close to everything, gracious hosts, comfortable beds , we loved everything about it !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great sisters vacation

We loved our place..the host..the easy access and location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawson C.

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

Indian Rocks Beach Getaway

Lynn's house was perfect for our family. The views from the deck on the water and easy to walk to beach, bars, restaurants. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig altman A.

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

Great location

Conveniently located and easy to check in. Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kashan R.

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

Great Location

We were all very happy with our stay centrally located. Great view, we enjoyed the spa and we saw dolphins. Very cute place, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great Low Key Location

Loved our stay at this location. Super easy walk to the beach and great food options on your way there or back! Property was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

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

Amazing stay!

We stayed for Memorial day weekend and it was amazing. The property was conveniently located close to the beach and restaurants. The host were amazing. It was a very nice weekend. Looking forward to going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

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

Wonderful VRBO rental

Place was spotless, and adorable. Owners were super friendly and accommodating. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Spring Break

Family of four stayed for a week and enjoyed every minute of it. Great location with most everything in walking distance!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather and jesse B.

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

Beautiful back yard

Beautiful place, owners nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great property!

Our family had such a nice stay! Great location for boating and so close and convenient to beach and great restaurants. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jammie M.

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

Long weekend

We really enjoyed our stay and Lynn is a very nice and helpful own.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Amazing hosts and great stay!

This property was perfect for our stay, with everything being exactly as expected and more! They have carefully thought of everything you may need and it was especially great with kids having access to the pool, pool toys, beach stuff, and more! Hosts were super friendly and helpful, location is perfect and accommodations were excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Crawfordsville, IN

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

Beautiful property

We enjoyed our get-away before Christmas. Beautiful house with everything we could need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid C.

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

Nice stay. Very convenient

Beautiful house with a great view. Surrounded with great places to eat. Nice beach nearby. The Jones family are very nice and helpful. We really enjoyed our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Great Location

Enjoyed a pleasant stay in a very homey environment. Close to the beach and great view of the inner coastal. Weather got in the way of enjoying all your amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

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

Best VRBO Ever!!!

We loved our stay at this wonderful home. Everything is so well thought out and Harry and Lynn are amazing Hosts. We have stayed at 3 different places in Indian Rocks and this is by far our favorite. We can’t wait to get back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023