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PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS

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Archibald Beach & Snack Shack, just 5 condos south.
SUNGLOWs PRIME UPSCALE LOCATION...an AMAZING MILE of PRIVATE HOMES & WHITE SAND
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STUDIO EFFICIENCY. GROUND FLOOR, JOHNS PASS,PRIVATE BEACH, PARKING, CABLE, BBQ.
View Gulf of Mexico from Queen size Bed... even a Big FRIDGE. & Digital 42” TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Madeira Beach, FL
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bay Pines VA Medical Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hubbards Marina
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Attached Unit

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS

BEST BEACHFRONT $ VALUE , SAVE $ !!
NO PETS in Studio. ENJOY A PRIME DOWNTOWN MADEIRA BEACH LOCATION on A PRIVATE BEACHFRONT ,SUN,SURF & SAND !. **An AMAZING LOCATION , NO PEOPLE, JUST YOU & The DOLPHINS.THIS UPSCALE LOCATION IS JUST 2 blocks to EVERYTHING.
CONDO EFFICIENCY for 2 Guests max. ***add adjoining 1 bedroom for larger groups, will then sleep max 6. CALL Doc 7278043834 WHY PAY MORE??A MILE OF PRIVATE BEACH FRONT AND NO PEOPLE ..
FREE WIFI, FREE BEACH LOUNGER CHAIRS & UMBRELLA, DESIGNATED FREE PARKING SPACE & CABLE TV. GAS BARBECUE ON PREMISE FOR GUESTS, MICROWAVE, NO STOVE OVEN.
ACTIVITIES: Madeira BEACH Central 2 min walk.,
JOHN'S PASS BOARDWALK is just a 1Mile away.
... Just PARK your CAR and WALK 2 short blocks to TOWN for EVERYTHING... Wynn Dixie Grocery & Liquor Store, Dollar Store, Swim Surf Shop, Boutiques, Salons, new CVS Pharmacy, 12-14 Restaurants, Library & Post Office, Famous Daiquiri Shack, Candy Kitchen and the Beach SNACK SHACK...a full patio Restaurant on the sand.
...3 blocks to MADEIRA BEACHES New 15 Million Dollar Waterfront SPORTS RECREATION COMPLEX.
Spend DAYS browsing shops/boutiques/eateries at The Worlds Famous Johns Pass Waterfront Boardwalk just a 12 min walk away.
SUNGLOW SEASIDES UNIQUE LOCATION has over a MILE of PRIVATE SANDY GULF FRONT SHORELINE with MAGNIFICENT GULFRONT HOME DESIGNS... and NO PEOPLE ! GO for A STROLL up the Beach, Enjoy NATURE, Let Your MIND Wander out to SEA, BREATHE Healthy SALT AIR and RETURN BACK HOME A NEW PERSON.
ENJOY DOLPHIN Watching or maybe catch a SEA TURTLE Laying Her Eggs, SHELLING, Sunbathing, Swimming, Snorkeling etc.
THE BEACH TROLLEY stops out front, 2.50 all Day Passes .. a must do.
Beach Rentals across the street/steps away: PARA SAIL,Kayaks, Paddle Board, Bikes & Scooters. Nearby SNORKEL,SCUBA,DEEP SEA FISHING RENTALS etc
PINELLAS TRAIL over 26 miles long is just 10 min away.
Major Attractions within 30 min: Busch Gardens, Lightning Hockey, Buccaneers Football, Rays Baseball, Cruise Ships, Hard Rock Casino and GOLF COURSES everywhere.
SUNGLOW..a JEWEL by the SEA...
***If CONDO is unavailable, try my larger 1 bedroom condos. SEE VRBO LISTING #'s1005500, 1005501 or 1005502.

SUNGLOW SEASIDE….a JEWEL by the SEA...IT’S SIMPLY AMAZING.

Property manager

DOC SCHROEDER,OWNER
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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PRIVACY, RELAX with the DOLPHINS at the SEASIDE,no people. LOUNGERS & UMBRELLA,

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
9.0 out of 10, (56 reviews)
PRIVACY, RELAX with the DOLPHINS at the SEASIDE,no people. LOUNGERS & UMBRELLA,

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small Special Events Require Management
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside is permitted.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
WASH DIRTY DISHES.
Write a complimentary review and upon departure state… “We checkouts out.”
LEAVE A NOTE OF ANY DAMAGE, REPAIRS OR MAINTENCE NEEDED.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking in condo or 250.00 will be charged to credit card for smoke damage restoration Max 2 guests Eviction for Toxicity & Disruptive Behavior
Non registered guests must leave property by 11 pm, unless prior consent given by management.
We do not ACCEPT ALL GUEST INQUIRIES OR PETS.

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: Small Special Events Require Management
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

About the area

Madeira Beach

Located in Madeira Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Treasure Island Fun Center, or check out an event or a game at Tropicana Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Madeira Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Archibald Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bay Pines VA Medical Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Hubbards Marina - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 16 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Conch Republic GRI - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Madeira Beach - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Angry Pepper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Dave's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is PRIME STUDIO SAVE. UPSCALE BEACHFRONTS. SUN,SURF&SAND, TOWN 2 BLOCKS, PKG,CHAIRS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Madeira Beach condo building is steps from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 1.9 mi (3 km) from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Archibald Beach Park and Belleair Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

Perfect little beach stay

I had a fantastic stay at this beachfront condo in Madeira Beach! The unit was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described in the listing. You truly can't beat the location—just steps from the sand and within easy walking distance to great restaurants and shops. It was the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway, and the convenience of being right on the beach made it even better. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful beach escape, and I’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

Fantastic, right on the beach

Absolutely loved the view and the convenience of the place near stores and right on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Very nice but older motel, I loved the nostalgic vibes

Great location, walk directly onto the beach. Within walking distance to grocery, restaurants ect Small motel style unit, 6 rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

The Bilbow’s

Location was ideal - close to beach and lots of bars/restaurants within walking distance. Doc was great - super responsive. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

A wonderful place for two!

The property manager was incredibly friendly and helpful. The property is in a great location and I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

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

Stay

Nice place great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

Fun in the sun!

Great vacation and a lovely spot right along the beach. Lots to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Karen K.

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

Worked great for us.

If you are not to needy, great location, nice comfortable bed and okay bathroom. Host was very friendly. We did not need anything, but I am sure Doc would have helped if we did. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just a few steps out your door and you are on the beach! Loved having beach chairs and umbrellas! It was also nice to visit with all the other guests visiting! The owner was always checking on his guests and ensured they were taken care of! My daughter and I had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Weekend At The Beach

Calm, clean, peaceful... Just what the Doc delivered.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga E.

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

Great place to get away!

The property is perfectly located for immediate beach access. The apartment was fully stocked and tidy. Doc was ao hospitable and was always available for questions and additional needs! We fell in love with the place. We would definitely book again if Doc will have us! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie K.

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

Wonderful host & amazing location

Doc is a great host! He was very attentive and great with communication. He even left us a bottle of wine at check in! The studio is quite small, but we wanted to spend most of our time on the beach so it was perfect. We did get stuck inside for a couple of days due to TS Debbie, but Doc was kind enough to open up another room for us to use! The beach is within sight and one minute walk. The water was so close. The property has umbrellas and chairs to use, so no need to worry about that. We loved our visit there. It was a great trip and Doc is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean A.

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

Excellent Location

Doc was a great host. He was available when needed to answer questions. The efficiency #8 has some quarks (like no outlet in bathroom for the hairdryer, bathroom sink area narrow and no thermostat for AC). Other units were larger. The location is wonderful. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jill A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Great place

We had a great time and this was perfect for me and my son to have a get away. Check in was a little iffy and the tv kept going out. Walls are very thin and could hear every cough in the unit next to us all through the night and snoring. LOL Other than that, it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Great location

Property (#8 studio) was as advertised. It is small, but perfect for two people. The shower was tiny, but I knew that by reading the reviews. Host was very communicative and provided a bottle of wine upon arrival. That was a kind gesture and a great way to start off our honeymoon! Host checked in with us daily to make sure everything was going smoothly. He provided a wealth of information on places to eat and things to do. Property location was perfect. Very close to the beach (20 steps or less). The beach was clean and not too crowded. Lots of shells to find! The sunsets are amazing! We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R.

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

Amazing!

We stayed in Unit #3. Very clean, well decorated, had all the basic necessities. A couple things that would be nice- a cooler to take beverages to the beach, can coozies, beach towels. Not complaining, just suggesting. The mattress was a little too firm for our liking, but everyone is different. Owner (Doc) is very friendly and easy to work with. Having the beach within 100 feet was PERFECT. Very quiet stretch of beach, not touristy at all, yet within walking or a quick drive to restaurants, bars, public beaches! Amazing sunsets! Will definitely be back and would recommend to others! Our only regret is not staying longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

"Cozy" is a good word to describe this rental

My husband and I were at Maderia Beach for a quick few days on the Gulf. We found this rental on VRBO as we have had good success on this website. The unit was even smaller than we expected for a studio. It is one small room and small bathroom. The refrigerator and microwave were behind the entrance door to the apartment making it a little awkward to access. There is no space to eat in the unit unless you choose to sit on the bed or in the recliner which sits at the end of the bed. Overall, the unit was very clean, our number one priority and reservations were uncomplicated. We received our rental deposit refund promptly. This rental is fine for a short time especially if you plan to access the town or beach almost entirely. Beach access is great with no streets to cross. Beach chairs were available for our use. The beach was quiet and clean. This studio worked fine for a brief getaway. The owner, Doc, was also very friendly and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

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

Two Hoosiers Week at the Beach

Since we we weren't renting a car, our primary consideration in our lodging was proximity to the beach and establishments. Doc's vrbo exceeded all expectations. The beach access is just steps from the room, beautiful and never crowded, Doc was always accessible, helpful and a perfect host. After we encountered a glitch in our travel reservations, Doc left a bottle of champaign in the room to greet us, and worked with us on a delayed check-out. I'll never stay anywhere else in that region of FL.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen G.

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

80 Steps to the beach

The location of this property is 80 steps from the beach. The property manager Doc is easy to work with and is available as needed. Our studio was just as advertised and we enjoyed each day with our toes in the sand and beverages in hand!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great vacation spot!

The studio space was small but we didn’t plan to spend much time inside anyway. The thermostat was not in our unit but we didn’t have any issues with the temperature. When it was turned down, we adjusted the vents to make it a temperature that worked for us. Lights outside the window keep the room lit at night, so if you like a dark room consider a sleep mask. Doc was very nice and always around and checking in. Beach access is just a very short distance and it is private enough that we didn’t have to worry about crowds. There is a grocery store, CVS, and a few restaurants within walking distance. I would definitely recommend and return to stay at Sunglow. Doc is a wonderful host!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa D.

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

Doc was very helpful!!

Perfect place to stay for about 4 days, place was very clean and well stocked with towels & toilet paper. Doc answered any questions we had, and came out of his way to turn the thermostat down that was in the other room. Me & my husband prefer a very cold room, and since the thermostat was in the other room, we had no control over the thermostat which is our only complaint. So if you prefer a cold room, definitely recommend bringing a fan (or two). Other than that, our stay was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessi R.

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

Best location for a quiet beach, best host ever!

This is a quiet lovely condo, right in the beach! Walk out the door and you are there, and the beach is quiet. We saw maybe 3 people there. It’s clean and looks just like pictured. The bed was wonderful, there were 2 tvs with ability to stream your own shows if wanted. Nice kitchen with everything you need. Doc was a great host, checked in with us often to make sure everything was good and if we needed anything. The lovely lady who cleans is wonderful. There are beach chairs and umbrellas and even left over toys for kids. Doc let my son pick two shells from an amazing collection and my son is over the moon about getting these special shells. Great place, will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

It was good

The place is good the best part is The Beach is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Carl J., Clifton Park

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

If you just need somewhere to sleep, close to beach for a couple days, this will be OK.

The pluses are you can walk onto the beach in 2 min. and it was clean. The minuses were the code to get in was wrong so it took 45 min. to get in because Doc had to drive over and try several codes, the air conditioning had froze up so we had no air conditioning the first day and night until mid afternoon the next day, the thermostat for our room was in unit 1 (we were in unit 8 next to unit 1) so we had no control over what it was set at, the shower was so tiny that the shower head shot onto the top of your head whether you wanted to wash your hair or not.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher K.

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

Small room nice owner

This is a small room with a small shower. Good for two adults if you are not planning on hanging in your room much. We stayed a week and it worked for us. Would stay there again, but would get one of the bigger rooms. You have direct access to the beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas available for use. You have to drag or carry them to the beach area. It is less than 30 yards to the sand and a great view of the gulf. I like the location it is in for getting to things on the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by DOC SCHROEDER,OWNER

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We fell in love with the location of this property and its charm. It's Quiet, Romantic, Very PRIVATE and family friendly. We enjoy visiting with our guests who come from all over the world and we go the extra mile to make their stay at Sunglow enjoyable and a memorable experience. We pride ourselves in repeat guests that come year after year and refer their family and friends.


We look forward to seeing you on the sand!

Why they chose this property

We really like the location of Sunglow Condo Motel. It is located right on the PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL Beach, close to EVERYTHING and just 2 short blocks to TOWN. SUNGLOW IS A VERY SOLID WELL CONSTRUCTED CONCRETE “ART DECO STYLE”STRUCTURE.

What makes this property unique

It’s just a short minutes scenic walk along beautiful Gulf Blvd to Wynn Dixie grocery store, dress&gift shops, hair salons , beachy restaurants /beach bars or the World’s Famous John’s Pass waterfront Boardwalk. The popular beach trolley stops out front and is a must scenic ride along the scenic Blvd to Clearwater Beach or St.Petersburg Beach at the other end. A 1 day pass is just $2.00. Guests and friends always enjoy the barbeque cookout, under the palm trees, at Sunglow.

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