On the beach.Stay at this Indian Shores condo and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf. Splash Harbour Water Park and Town Square Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Splash Harbour Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 7.9 miles
Port of Tampa - 47 min drive - 33.4 miles
Getting around
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - 20 min walk
Guilty Sea Sports Pub - 2 min drive
Caddy's Pub - 3 min walk
The Original Crabby Bills - 3 min drive
Jimmy Guana's - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle
Fabulous Beachfront 3/2 Condo at Sand Castle #1 on Indian Shores! This lovely condo is directly on Indian Shores Beach with absolutely stunning Beach Views from the 7th floor! Spend your vacation soaking up the Sun on the beach or by lounging by the heated inground pool. There is a hot tub and grills on the ground level. Tile throughout! Master bedroom has a king size bed, TV and attached bathroom, tub/shower combo. The 2nd bedroom has 2 queen beds, 3rd bedroom has a twin bed. A fully stocked kitchen along with a stackable washer and dryer. Guest bathroom has a walk-in shower. There is one dedicated parking space in the parking garage located under the building. Should all the "guest" parking spots be taken, we cannot direct you on where to park a second car.
The unit has a beach cart, some beach toys, and some pool noodles in the balcony closet. There is a combo k-cup/regular coffee maker at the unit.
Garage Clearance is 7ft; vehicles must be under 7 feet to use the parking garage. If your vehicle is taller than 7ft, and the limited number of guests parking spots are full, we are very sorry, but we will not be able to help you with parking.
Toiletries/Essentials - The items below are meant to serve as a START-UP to your stay.
To help you settle in comfortably, we will provide the following essentials: Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom One roll of paper towels Hand soap at each sink Dish soap A few trash bags for each trash can A few laundry sheets Dish detergent and sponge Ground coffee or coffee pods Dish towel(s) In addition, we will provide one full set of bath towels and one beach towel per person, based on the number of guests the home or condo accommodates.
Please note: We do not provide extra supplies during your stay, regardless of its duration. Some of the main items that we DO NOT provide are shampoo, body wash, conditioner, tissues, oils, spices (salt, pepper, etc.), coffee filters, cream or sugar, tin foil.
IMPORTANT: IF YOU BOOK THIS UNIT, YET ARE HAVING ANOTHER PARTY MAKE PAYMENT, YOU WILL NEED TO ADD THE EMAIL ADDRESS OF THE PAYER ONTO THE BOOKING, AND THE PAYER WILL NEED TO E-SIGN OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT. ONLY THE PERSON WHO PAYS IS AUTHORIZED TO E-SIGN THE RENTAL AGREEMENT.
Age minimum: One guest must be at least 25 years old. Under the ADA and Florida law, owners of public accommodations are not required to allow emotional support animals, only documented service animals. Rates on OPEN DATES are often subject to change. TRAVEL INSURANCE IS RECOMMENDED. THERE IS A NO REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY WITHIN 60 DAYS OF CHECK-IN. THIS INCLUDES NO REFUNDS DUE TO HEALTH CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, WEATHER CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, WATER CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND INCLUDING COLD WATER OR RED TIDE, OR TRANSPORTATION OR ROAD CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND INCLUDING FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS. A CHANGE IN YOUR BOOKING DATE MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE OR ALLOWED, HOWEVER, SHOULD A DATE CHANGE BE ALLOWED BY THE OWNER, BOOKING DATE CHANGES WILL BE SUBJUECT TO A $50 CHARGE FOR EACH DATE CHANGE. Should a booking date change be allowed, the difference in rates, if lower, will not be refunded, and if higher, will be charged. AGAIN, travel insurance is highly recommended, especially if your stay will fall around Florida's Hurricane season, which falls annually around June 1 through Nov. 30. Check in is any time after 4PM. We cannot guarantee pools will be warm during cold weather months and will not give discounts or refunds should a guest experience cold pool water temperatures.
Please understand what can come with the potential aftermath of a Hurricane. There may be closures of the following, that could possibly last weeks, if not longer: restaurants/shops, roads, certain amenities offered, beaches, Wi-Fi/cable, pools, elevators, etc. Our owners will stand behind their no refund cancellation policy for any of these inconveniences and will not be making anyone the exception. Again, this is why we HIGHLY recommend purchasing good travel insurance. There should be a few policies offered towards the end of your booking process. One of which should allow you to cancel for any reason (CFAR). However, it is important for you, to do your proper research in confirming what exclusions, if any, exist for that particular policy. If none are offered to you, you can always contact another 3rd party travel insurance company. Date changes, rain checks, or compensation will also not be options under these circumstances! Hurricane season, again, falls between June 1st and November 30th.
EARLY CHECK-IN: Because we have a high amount of same day turn overs, we kindly ask that you PLEASE refrain from asking for an early check in. Check-in is at 4PM Eastern or any time thereafter. Should the unit be available for early check-in, it will be offered to you on the morning of your arrival for a $50 early check-in fee. Thank you for understanding!
We require the payer of the booking to sign our rental agreement, which insures the guest instructions will auto-send at 3PM on the day of arrival.
MAIL: SORRY, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GET YOUR MAIL DELIVERED, AS THIS IS A VACATION RENTAL. SHOULD YOU NEED YOUR MAIL DELIVERED DURING YOUR STAY, WE RECOMMEND PURCHASING A P.O. BOX LOCALLY.
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)
General
Unit size: 1,060 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Guest Must Sign Rental Agreement. Lost keys/cards, passes, or fobs-a $100 fee(if applicable). Failure to check out by the specified time, $50 fee
If evidence of smoking is found. Failure to abide by Florida Law may cause guest/tenant to be asked to vacate the premises & forfeit all rents & fees.
No smoking - $500 fee...One adult of 25 years old must occupy unit or you will be asked to vacate (id proof must be provided if asked for).
Pets
No pets 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle to the airport?
This condo is 13 mi (20-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.
How close is Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle to the beach?
This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle offer free breakfast?
This condo does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle?
No, there is no casino at this condo, but Gulfport Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle?
Free parking is not available at this condo.
Does Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle have a pool?
Yes, there's a heated pool.
Does Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this condo.
How close is Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle to downtown Indian Shores?
This condo is 0.2 mi away from Indian Shores.
Reviews
Great BeachView 3/2,Indian Shores/708 Sand Castle Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Todd H.
Jul 28, 2025
Todd H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan M.
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach location
The condo is exceptionally well done and so very close to the beach. The building itself is a bit dated (especially elevators) but landscaping and grounds are lovely. Pool was great. The balcony closet, filled with assorted beach stuff, was perfect. Beach chairs and umbrellas were awesome to have. Not tons of shops nearby but a few walkable places and groceries were close. Trips to John's Pass and Clearwater added some variety. Great seafood abounds and nothing better than coffee on the balcony in the morning and sunsets there at night. Relaxing and beautiful trip!
Megan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
bridget g.
May 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
bridget g.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thumbs Up
It was very nice and clean and a great view of the beach and ocean.
Michelle B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica B.
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Jessica B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Kristy H.
Mar 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great sunset!
Great location- right on the beach. Wonderful sunset viewing! Has the key amenities- the full size washer and dryer were wonderful to have. Beach wagon, boogie boards, sand toys, etc in a closet to use. Recommendation to include in the listing would be to include specifics of parking limitations of 7’ esp. for vehicles with cargo carriers/roof racks. They do have guest parking outside, but not a lot. We were frustrated by the short notice (after we checked in) that the pool would be closed the next day( and unsure how long after that) due to renovations. So, we didn’t get to enjoy the pool enjoy tub.Also, we didn’t have enough full size bath towels. Overall, very clean and the view is amazing.
Kristy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Viki S.
Mar 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven
We could not have been happier with our stay! The furnishings are exquisite, upscale, and so comfortable. We were blessed with amazing sunsets, and this morning, the full moon set over the ocean off the balcony. What a gift every moment has been to us. Thank you for sharing your home; it is a true treasure for anyone who comes to visit.
Viki S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Terry B.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Florida in July
We really enjoyed the condo. Great location. The beach is steps away. White sands, and 7th floor gives you great view. Big patio with seating. Condo is up to date, nice kitchen, clean, everything we wanted. Washer/dryer. Beach toys, even a wagon to haul our stuff back and forth from the beach. Sunsets were amazing. If you know where to look, you can find sand dollars (but don't take the live ones). Dolphins swam by every morning.
Pool was great. Hot tube was good, but not really needed in July. We had covered parking and used the visitor parking for a second car. Wish they had more visitor parking, but we never had a problem getting a spot.
There are two buildings, and this condo was in the older of the two buildings -- so it has some character. We would would be returning renters.
Oh, we also left an iPad. The cleaners found it, returned it to the property manager, who graciously offered to ship it back to us. So that was nice. Thank You!
Terry B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Donna R.
Jul 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful condo
Quiet, relaxing and nicely located. Some minor issues, but easiy overlooked due to beach time.
Donna R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura L., Dallas, TX USA
Jul 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
Location is perfect! Can’t beat the view from this condo!! The beach was beautiful. You can rent chairs and an umbrella, but the condo also had a beach wagon, several chairs and umbrellas to use. Loved the restaurant Caddy’s across the street, easy to walk to making it very convenient. Host was super responsive, we had a wonderful time and did not want to leave! Highly recommend!
Laura L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fran H.
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family beach trip
The property was very nice and management was very responsive when I contacted them.
Fran H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Andrea N.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family beach time
While the overall condo unit was a little dated, the condo itself was very updated. We loved the interior and furnishings. Our favorite was sitting in the balcony having coffee my morning and watching the sunset in the evening.
While there may be newer hotels or condos in the area, I don’t think any would be as convenient for pool and beach access. Also, it was nice to have Clearwater just 20 minutes to the north and St Pete 20 minutes to the south.
Andrea N.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill M.
May 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot
Great location with restaurant options you can walk to. Very nice accommodations. Only complaint is it would have been nice to know in advance that painters would be sandblasting the adjacent stairwell during our stay. Very noisy from 8:00 - 4:00.
Bill M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sean S.
May 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family beach vacation
Million dollar views
Sean S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven O.
May 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Our second VRBO accommodation and as with the first, terrific. As advertised. Immaculate. Clean. Everything you have at home was there. Couldn’t ask for more. Looking forward to more visits to VRBO properties. 😃
Steven O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Malinda D.
Apr 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding in Fl
Great experience. Highly recommend this condo and the management group.
Malinda D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
michelle a.
Mar 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location! Location! Location!
We loved the view and being able to hear the ocean! It was a needed relief from our WI winter. The unit fit our party of 5 nicely. The kitchen was well stocked and had updated appliances. The full size washer and dryer were a bonus. The dining and living areas were also really nice. There were a lot of beach items in the storage area, which we used and appreciated. The heated pool and hot tub were a great option when we were done on the beach. We definitely recommend this condo!
michelle a.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
jason s.
Mar 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
Property was excellent
jason s.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Luanne J.
Feb 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The condo was very nice ! I would give it a five star with the exception of very few bath and kitchen linens. We had one towel and one washcloth, no dish clothes and one kitchen towel. Needless to say , we washed towels everyday. There were two Tide pods included so we needed to buy laundry soap. But everything else was great!
Luanne J.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
lori e.
Feb 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cleanest and Most Perfect Condo
I cannot stress enough that this unit was the cleanest. The floors are white marble tile and I went to wipe up a little water that got on the floor and the paper towel (dampened) was clean. The baseboards, behind the couch…all clean. I vacuumed and got nothing out of the throw rugs. I appreciate this the most as I can feel comfortable in a clean place. There were plenty of cleaning supplies to clean up after yourself which I appreciate as I did not have to guess what they want used to clean with and buy it. The beds were comfy and we enjoyed our stay immensely. The kitchen had everything you could need and was again, very clean. There are sand toys in the outside closet but we never opened it to get them (closet on deck). The view of the gulf is amazing and being able to have a beautiful view and be at the warm pool on a cooler day was awesome. Hot tub was great. We loved this place and we would like to stay there again.
lori e.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael E.
Feb 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great view
Everything was clean easy to get too right on the beach was the best!
Michael E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Betty W.
Jan 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
It was great
Betty W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
mary M.
Nov 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
No better beach access!
We loved the place. Great pool and hot tub!
mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Phyllis S.
Nov 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean condo
The condo was great! The beach was very nice. Would be great if actual lounging beach chairs were provided. The cost to rent chairs was too high. Owner did provide sand chairs but so badly rusted. The lamp in the MB did not work but property manager said they would take care of it. We improvised. Beach was nice but seaweed was all over. Liked the elevator - helped with luggage. Sand cart was excellent for taking chairs and toys to the Beach. Condo was well equipped with everything you might need and very tastefully done!
Phyllis S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda G.
Oct 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Condo
The condo was beautiful and very modern. From colored lights to heated bathroom mirrors, this place had it all. Ive stayed in several condos at Sand Castle I. This was my favorite so far.