Perched on the 4th floor of Sandcastle I, this luxury unit offers an unobstructed ocean view from its extra-large balcony. Unwind with modern comforts like free wireless internet, digital cable with over 200 channels, and a fully-equipped kitchen.
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9.69.6 out of 10
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m
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Dryer
Air-conditioning
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Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach!
TOTALLY RENOVATED LUXURY UNIT DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH, INDIAN SHORES LOCATION: Sandcastle I, Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, Upper Gulf Coast, Florida, USA
BONUS -- Fast Wifi (500mbps), 4 Smart TV's (Netflix, etc) -FULL EN-SUITE LAUNDRY, PACK 'N PLAY IN OUR UNIT!!
If you need TWO units, we now have a 2nd unit in the building, top floor corner unit - vrbo #1468333
Enjoy an amazing view to the beach and ocean from almost anywhere in the condo; the preferred 4th floor location is high enough for a fantastic view over the beach (not to mention the amazing sunsets), and low enough to enjoy the sound of the surf from your living room and master bedroom, which both have direct access through huge glass doors to the extra-large (22 foot) balcony (see picture showing view from balcony).
Over $80,000 spent on a TOTAL RENOVATION & UPGRADE to this 1100 sq ft (2 bedroom + den/3rd bedroom) unit! NOTHING has been left untouched - see details below, this condo is basically BRAND NEW. There are a few pictures here, check the link below to our website for lots more pictures.
UPGRADES INCLUDE: new open kitchen with granite counters & breakfast bar, open to the living area all new stainless appliances (including fridge with icemaker, smooth top stove, dishwasher, microwave & new washer/dryer in unit new bathrooms with granite vanities, new tiles, new fixtures new 19” ceramic tile throughout (yes, that means no carpets!) new interior doors and sliding patio doors, new wide baseboard & trim new designer paint & lighting new beds & bedding, new furnishings new air conditioning and heating units FREE wireless high-speed internet in the condo and also poolside/by the beach new flat screen TV's with digital cable & premium high-def channels in living room, master, 2nd bdrm - all with free NETFLIX. FREE phone & long distance anytime/anywhere to USA & Canada kitchen gadgets (cappuccino maker, waffle maker, blender for the frozen margaritas, etc) to go along with the standard kitchen fare fully equipped with beach toys, chairs, etc new ceiling fans in every room
MORE ABOUT THE UNIT…
In the gulf-front master overlooking the beach, there is a king-size bed, walk-in closet, ensuite bath with a pedestal sink in the shower/toilet area and another granite vanity with sink in a separate area (two people can get ready at once - this is the only unit in the building set up like this). In the second bedroom (similar in size to the master at 15x12), which overlooks the intercoastal waterway, you will find queen and double beds, with access to the second bathroom with a large shower/soaker tub, pedestal sink & toilet. The den/third bedroom (overlooking the intercoastal waterway) has a day bed with trundle (two single beds). There is also a Graco Pack 'N Play that can be used for the smallest family members as a crib, no need to rent or drag one through the airport!!
ABOUT THE BUILDING…
Sandcastle I has some of the most beautiful grounds along the beach, and the management takes great pride in the condition of the common areas. There was a major renovation completed in the past couple of years to the outside & common areas of the building, it shows as new and has a beautiful BEACHFRONT HEATED POOL and LARGE SPA/HOT TUB next to the pool, overlooking the beach. Other amenities include a sauna, lending library, ping pong/recreation area, poolside washrooms & change rooms. For you BBQ lovers, there are two gas BBQ’s on the grounds as well as a charcoal grill - complete with tables to relax & enjoy a beverage while doing your grilling.
ABOUT THE AREA…
Indian Shores is located on a barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico, between Clearwater and St. Petersburg, and is easily accessible via several major airports, including Tampa (TPA), St. Petersburg (PIE), and Sarasota Bradenton (SRQ). You can also fly into Orlando (MCO) if your plans include Disney, which is less than two hours away (along with Sea World, Universal Studios, Gatorland, and all the other Orlando attractions). In the immediate Tampa Bay area, there are unlimited attractions such as Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, the Florida Aquarium, John’s Pass, the Lowry Park Zoo, just to name a few. Into sports? It’s all here: NFL Football (Buccaneers), Major League Baseball (Devil Rays, as well as well as spring training for many MLB teams including the Yankees, Blue Jays, Phillies & others nearby), NHL hockey (Lightning) and countless golf courses. If boating is your thing, there are rentals available directly across the street on the intercoastal waterway & boat slips are available within walking distance. Shopping? You won’t be disappointed; shopping from high end to factory outlets all within a short drive!
The Suncoast Beach Trolley (stops outside the building) is a convenient way to get around on the beach if you don’t want to drive. If you do drive, there is a covered parking spot assigned to our unit and limited guest parking is also available.
This is a non-smoking unit. Sorry, pets are not allowed in the condo or on the grounds. Sandcastle 1 is a family/adult building. If this does not suit your needs we would respectfully ask that you look elsewhere. Primary renter must be min. 25 years old and must occupy unit - strictly enforced.
Keywords: Beach Condo, Oceanfront Condo, Direct Beachfront, Sandcastle, Vacation Rental, Condo Rental, renovated, gulf front
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Charcoal grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Boat
Foosball table
Golf
Heated pool
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling 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
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Indian Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Indian Shores travel guide
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.)
25 min drive
Restaurants
The Original Crabby Bills
3 min drive
Mike's Pizza & Pub
4 min drive
PJ's Oyster Bar
3 min drive
Caddy's Pub
3 min walk
Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb
20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and Town Square Nature Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! Directly on the beach! Reviews
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The condo was perfect for our family. It was clean and just a short walk to beach. The location is great with proximity to so many things you can walk to or short drive. We will be back!
Fabulous vacation. The condo was clean and pretty. The best part was the absolutely gorgeous view. The Family room and master bedroom have ceiling to floor windows with an amazing view. Aside from the fact it was super hot this was far by one of our best family vacations. We will definitely be back.
This condo had a great view of the ocean! Check in was easy and it was nice to not need a key to get in and out. Air conditioner did not work well so we were not really able to use front bedroom because it was so hot and had to hang a blanket in front of window in other front bedroom to help keep sun out. Overall pleased with our stay
Can't beat the views sitting on this condo balcony. Looking at the ocean and palm trees is the best views for me. We enjoyed the pool and the hot tub felt amazing after two days on the road. We loved walking across the street for dinner at Caddy's and walked several times to the Indian Shores Trading Company for t-shirts. Amazing treasures are found walking the beach. Our first day there sponges were coming in on the beach. So very cool and interesting!
The Condo was very accomidating - views were beautiful, space was plentiful. It was pretty well equipped. There were some things that needed upgraded or replaced - pots and pans are not up to par, that made it hard for us due to the fact we cooked 5 meals during our stay. Even with spray and butter everything was sticking. There are also ZERO cleaning products, so I would suggest going to dollar tree for items as such.
Other than those 2 those 2 things we really enjoyed our stay. There were dolphins every morning, we even saw a PINK one our 1st morning. The sunsets are gorgeous and the coffee shops are plentiful.
Beds were very decent and bathrooms were great. The soaking tub is awesome!!!!!
I would stay again - as long as I can cook stickfree ❤️ with 8 kids between 2 condos eating out isn't an option lol
The owners are super nice and VERY responsive. That was greatly appreciated!
Thank you Ian and Michelle.
Pleasant Stay with Minor Hiccups:
I recently stayed at this condo, and overall, it was a positive experience. The owners were extremely accurate in their description of the unit, which was well-kept and very clean. They were also quick to respond to any questions we had.
The property itself had some nice amenities, including a pool, hot tub, and ping pong area. However, during our stay, one of the elevators was out of service, which made going up and down a bit slow. Thankfully, the issue was eventually resolved.
As for the beach, it was decent, but there was quite a bit of seaweed both in the water and washed up on shore. If you’re not a fan of seaweed, this might be a minor drawback. The beach is not on the owners of the condo.
One unexpected lesson we learned was about parking. Most restaurants and tourist spots lack parking. Public parking required payment for parking, which was different from what we had anticipated. Fortunately, the condo had great parking facilities.
In summary, it was a nice trip overall, thanks to the great owners and comfortable accommodations. Just be prepared for parking costs when exploring the area!
It was a wonderful stay and the condo was perfect! We had a fabulous time
Sarah J.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brent B.
12 Apr 2019
Great condo on an excellent beach
Awesome condo in a great location. The ocean front views are excellent. Condo is in a great building and everything is well maintained. Owners are very helpful and we had everything we needed.
This condo was amazing. It was clean and well set up, had everything we needed to enjoy our beach vacation. It even had spices in the cupboard and detergent for laundry. Owners were very easy to deal with and very responsive. We would absolutely stay here again.
Great location on the beach as well as close to restaurants, attractions, etc. Property has a large pool and the beach is big in front of the property. Condo was been well taken care of up and updated, you can tell Owner takes pride in it. It was nice to have beach towels, chairs, toys, etc for our use. I would certainly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing vacation at the beach!
Tara W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann W.
24 Aug 2018
Great place!
Condo was great! Spacious- had everything we needed and more! Shocked we didn’t have to have extra dish detergent, toilet paper, garbage bags, etc. having beach chairs, toys, etc to use was great- had brought my own though- not used to owners sharing and letting you use their things! Hope it’s available for dates we’ll need next year!
This condo is located in Indian Shores which has maintained its residential beachtown feel despite the commercialization of St. Pete Beach to the south and Clearwater Beach to the north. Condo was great, with all the amenities you could want. Wish the weather was a bit warmer, but at least the pool was heated! View from the balcony is spectacular. Owners were amazingly responsive to all questions. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Don't hesitate...just book it! The condo was clean which was my main concern. The beach view was wonderful! It was also in great proximity from Clearwater, Tampa, and St. Pete. We didn't want the craziness and expense of Clearwater, so Indian Rocks was perfect. Ian and Michelle were wonderful to work with! Reserving and checking into the condo was easy.