See all properties
Entire home

Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America

Beachfront cottage near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America

Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Exterior detail
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4582 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
INDIAN ROCKS BEACH, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Belleair Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

Clearwater Beach
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
4.1 out of 5, Very Good, 2,696 reviews
$213 nightly
The price is $241
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa

About the neighborhood

Indian Rocks Beach

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this well-placed cottage, you'll find St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and John R. Bonner Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
View more Cottages in St. Petersburg - ClearwaterOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Belleair Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • John R. Bonner Nature Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Indian Rocks Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Pizza & Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Anecdote Brewing Company - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America

SANDY SHORES
has three beautiful cottages:
THE PATIO,
THE GULF (VRBO #78339) and
THE GARDEN (VRBO #508994)

Please be our guest! Sandy Shores has been in the Hall family for over 60 years, and is currently owned and operated by Myrtle Hall. Myrtle is German-born and moved to Indian Rocks Beach in 2000 when she married her late husband, Ned. Ned’s grandmother bought the Indian Rocks Beach property in 1946. Ned's father George Hall built the first, two-story building in 1952. The one-story Gulf Cottage (vrbo/78339) followed in 1972. Ned's family lived here in the winter, and spent the summer in Ithaca, NY, where his father was the Golf Coach at Cornell University for over 40 years. Ned followed in his footsteps as a PGA Teaching Professional for over 25 years. He was teaching at the Clearwater Golf Club located in Clearwater, Florida when Myrtle, in Florida on holiday from Germany, met him in 1998. Myrtle and Ned, of course, had their wedding right in front of beautiful Sandy Shores!

Like Ned, Myrtle fell in love with this beautiful property and its rich family history. Ned and Myrtle started to rent out their cottages in 2005 after a complete beautification and enjoyed every minute of sharing this lovely property with their guests. Myrtle carries on the Hall family tradition of hospitality at Sandy Shores and adds her special brand of German warmth. Her attention to detail and cleanliness makes Sandy Shores a unique and charming retreat.
Free Wireless/WIFI available.
Visit our other COTTAGE at:
VRBO #78339 - Gulf Cottage
Sandy Shores is a very unique “slice of old Florida”, with lots of flowers, palms, lounging areas, privacy, all with a relaxed vibe. There are only four units on the property and three of them rent on a weekly basis – so most of the time you have the whole place to yourself.
The Gulf Cottage is a single story, one bedroom House, very private, quiet and clean with a spectacular, unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. It has a king bed and a queen sleeper sofa.
The kitchen has everything what a chef would wish for, a big fridge, dishwasher, microwave and stove included. The bathroom has a bath tub / Shower.

Behind the Gulf Cottage and landscaped courtyard is a two story building – the top floor I reside in – with the PATIO and GARDEN Cottages below.
The Patio Cottage has a King Bed and Queen Sleeper Sofa, the Garden Cottage has a Queen Bed and a Queen Sleeper Sofa. Both have a full kitchen with stove, fridge and microwave. The bathroom has a Shower.

Similar properties

Property grounds
On-Site Beach Access: Walkable Gulf Coast Retreat
Independence Square
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 103 reviews
On-Site Beach Access: Walkable Gulf Coast Retreat

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Feel free to smoke outside at any time!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 582 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please turn the TV back to the Spectrum cable channel.
Please set the thermostat to 78 degrees.
Please put the used towels and bathmats in the laundry room. Thank you, Myrtle
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

A total of four (4) guests per cottage is strictly enforced. All visitors must check-in with the owner.
Quiet Hours : Sunday - Thursday 10pm - 8 am Friday - Saturday 11pm - 8am
comply with Chapter 26 of the City's Code of Ordinances

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Feel free to smoke outside at any time!

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
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Beachfront Cottages Beautiful Sandy Shores Gulf Mexico House
Beachfront Cottages Beautiful Sandy Shores Gulf Mexico
Beachfront Cottages Beautiful Sandy Shores Gulf Mexico House
Beachfront Cottages Beautiful Sandy Shores Gulf Mexico House
Beachfront Cottages Beautiful Sandy Shores Gulf Mexico
Beachfront Cottages at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America to the airport?

This cottage is 12.3 mi (22-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America to the beach?

This cottage is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America to downtown Indian Rocks Beach?

This cottage is 1 mi away from Indian Rocks Beach.

Beachfront Cottages PATIO at Beautiful Sandy Shores on the Gulf of America Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 175 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

tiku b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful setting, clean, and well stocked. Hope to go back again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janis d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The little cottage has everything we needed. Loved being just steps from the beach. I was under the impression that my cottage had an unobstructed view of the beach but it really didn’t.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terry l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine, weather was bad but that’s no one’s fault
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myrtle was a fantastic host! She was very welcoming and helpful. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. The outdoor space was beautiful and well maintaned. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laveta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Patio Cottage was great. We were greeted by Myrtle, the owner, who gave us a warm welcome and detailed overview of the cottage and amenities. The cottage had everything we needed. It is not your fancy high rise condo, instead, it’s a one story, quaint, cozy, old time, very clean beach cottage. The gardens and grounds are well kept, it was so nice relaxing in any of the many sitting areas, enjoying the beautiful gardens and beach view. The location right on the beach is wonderful, and then across the street there are multiple dining options, and a beach store. We are already looking forward to our next stay there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot to relax. Steps from the beach, quiet space, clean amenities, and pleasant hostess. Would definitely return.
Amazing view of the sun setting.
Steps to the ocean.
Plenty of seating choices to enjoy the view.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star, 2 Thumbs up, A, and all the above. This cottage was stunning and perfect for a quick trip to the beach. Myrtle, the owner, is warm & welcoming. She told us the history of the beautiful home and garden and gave us a thorough tour of the grounds. The room is exactly as described and shown online. She even greeted us during our "checkout" and wished us good travels. We can't wait to go back.
Path to Beach. We called it Coffee Beach as it was the perfect spot for morning time.
Gardens and path to the beach.
Sunset looking back at row of houses. Not crowded at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly enjoyed our stay in the beach cottage. The cottage had a warm and cozy atmosphere and had everything we needed. We walked through a garden path to directly access the beach. It was just beautiful. We hope to stay there again one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great clean cottage with easy access to beach. Plenty of outdoor seating in garden. Comfortable bed. Plenty businesses for food, drinks and live music.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, great location and Myrtle was a wonderful host. We will stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful grounds, and you don't even have to leave them to see sunset! Great lounge chairs to catch some rays, either on the beach or right there on property! Having Myrtle living on site was a comfort, knowing if you needed anything, she was right there. Very sweet woman who made us feel at home. The cottage itself was fully stocked and just perfect for the 2 of us!
Sunning on the property
Pathway to the beach
Common area with twinkly lights at night
Sunset view
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an amazing stay! From the moment I arrived, the host was incredibly attentive and welcoming—making sure everything was perfect and that I felt right at home. The cottage itself is comfortable, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with everything I needed for a relaxing stay.The beachfront location is absolutely stunning—just steps from the sand with gorgeous views and peaceful surroundings. I especially loved relaxing on the patio, enjoying the sea breeze and sunsets.The convenience of nearby shopping and restaurants made it easy to explore and enjoy the area without any hassle. Truly a perfect spot for a beach getaway— I can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darwin H.

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

Quick get away

Cute, cozy and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlee G.

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

Perfect Location!

We had the greatest time thanks to Myrtle! Perfect little getaway in the best location and so close to the airport!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great everything you could need or want
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi T.

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

Wonderful location and gracious host!

My husband and I stayed for a few days. We had a wonderful experience. Just steps to the beach and you cannot beat that. Several restaurants in the area to walk to. Just overall a lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan o.

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

great stay

on the beach plenty of chairs umbrellas walk to eat and shop easy access to airport great trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at Myrtle Hall’s wonderful patio cottage this past November. It was a great time right from the start. Upon our late afternoon arrival, she guided us right through her well-appointed beachfront property to view a beautiful Florida sunset. What a thoughtful way to welcome guests! The grounds and the accommodations were lovely. Myrtle goes to great lengths to provide a comforting experience, carefully explaining everything from parking to using the TV. The location is ideal for beach strolls and offers close proximity to fine and casual dining. The apartment had beach towels, beach chairs and loungers, fully stocked bathroom including shampoo, conditioner, moisturizing lotion, and even bug spray and sun tan lotion. The kitchen had salt and pepper and the refrigerator had butter. If we had to name one favorite characteristic, it would be that there are only 2 other guest parties (at most) staying there with you, so it feels very calm and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Great place to stay

The patio cottage served as a perfect getaway to spend a few days on the beach. Location was perfect and the cottage was everything we could ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great stay!

Our stay was wonderful! Beautiful property and very relaxing. Steps from the beach and Myrtle was super nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

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

A Little Slice of Paradise

Our stay with Myrtle at Sandy Shores was fantastic! We stayed in the Patio Cottage and had everything we needed in a cozy cabin-like atmosphere. We enjoyed the beautiful lush gardens and the spectacular sunsets. We met several other guests while there, who were all repeat guests, that shared their love for Sandy Shores with us - and we now understand why. Staying here is like a warm hug. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Peaceful and Fun

Excellent spot to enjoy a fun and peaceful vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Always Perfect!

We always enjoy our stay! It is our go to spot every year!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine N.

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

A great stay in Indian Rocks Beach!

The property is wonderful and so amazingly close to the beach! It made for a terrific stay! We definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity