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5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views

Waterfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Bright, open living room with sparkling bay views.
Enjoy the beautiful views from your balcony.
Cool off or enjoy the sun at the pool! A pool lift is available.
Full kitchen with all the essentials to make full meals or heat leftovers..
Bedroom with King bed, dresser, nightstands, TV, and large closet.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Clearwater, FL
  • Place, Beach Walk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 60 Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

North Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

South Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

North bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

South Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views

Escape to Dock of the Bay!
* Two KING suites + sofa bed
* 5-minute walk to beach
* Stunning waterfront views
* Full kitchen
* Heated pool & sun deck
* Beach gear & wagon
* Free parking!

Welcome to Dock of the Bay, a Clearwater Beach escape where each day starts with a fresh vibe. With bayfront views echoing “sittin’ on the dock of the bay…”, this serene spot is ideal for couples and families in a walkable location near the beach, Pier 60, shops, restaurants, and activities.

Our space:
Kitchen & Dining
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Stocked with dishes, pans, etc.
• Kid-size dishes + a highchair
• Keurig & drip coffee makers
• Cook in or enjoy take-out

Conveniences
• Hotel-style safe with passcode
• Full-size washer & dryer
• Free high-speed WiFi + internet
• Roku streaming + Cable TV
• Free on-site parking

Extras You’ll Love
• Beach wagon for trips to the sand
• Beach chairs, cooler, and umbrella
• Pool & sundeck by the bay
• Professional cleaning

Good to Know
• Non-smoking property
• No pets allowed

Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire condo, plus shared amenities to make your stay even more enjoyable:

* Bayfront pool & sundeck
* Picnic area for outdoor meals
* Dock for relaxing & fishing!
* Peaceful areas to unwind
* Free on-site parking included

Other details to note:
Location, location, location! We are within easy walking distance of most everything. Forget the rental car -- walk to wherever you want to go! There are also several places to rent bikes or golf carts. Up to two parking permits are provided for free parking in the parking lot. (One parking pass is provided unless you let us know that you'll need two.)

Traveling with a group?
We also own the condo next door -- “Dock Holiday” (www.vrbo.com/1818575). Tell your friends or book both together—Dockside Duo (www.vrbo.com/1819239). Double the space and double the fun!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

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

About the area

Clearwater Beach

Located in Clearwater Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Clearwater Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Innisbrook Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Captain Blighs Landing and Pier 60. 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.
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Clearwater, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach Walk - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Clearwater Beach Municipal Marina - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frenchy's South Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shephard's Beach Resort - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crabby Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Crush Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bus - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5-Min. Walk to Beach, Pier 60, Dining, Nightlife; Stunning Views located?

This family-friendly Clearwater Beach condo building is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Beach Walk and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Captain Blighs Landing and Pier 60 are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 57 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay. Very clean and well appointed. Owners are great communicators and take excellent care of the property. Super clean! Hoping to come back and stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. Fully equipped with everything one could need for the beach and just general condo living. It was very clean and would definitely stay there again. Very close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patti H.

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

Clearwater Beach Condo

Beautiful condo in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Great vacation with great hosts

We had a great vacation at a nice condo in a good location with hosts that are quick to reply and went above and beyond to help us out. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles w h.

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

Dockside retreat

Great vacation! Will stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Great Place!

Great location. Wonderful accommodation. Second time coming back and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thu H.

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

Loved it!

We appreciated the cleanliness of the condo and its close to the beach and restaurants. Def would stay here again next year! Highly recommend this place and its location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn M.

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

Wonderful Condo

Wonderful condo in a perfect location. Short walk to the beach. Very clean. No complaints
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordynn A.

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

Spring break

Loved every thing about the condo. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelley b.

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

Beach condo

Had a wonderful time at this well stocked condo. Was able to walk everwhere. Close to the beach and many restaurants. Will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

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

Beautiful Condo

Beautiful condo with every amenity for a wonderful stay. The location was perfect! Short walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Amazing Vacation

This is our second time staying in one of Kit & Gary's condos. The host think of everything to make your stay enjoyable and to feel like the comforts of home. The unit was absolutely beautiful and clean! Beds were comfortable and luxurious! Close proximity to the beach and lots of restaurants. Wagon, chairs, cooler, boogie boards...the list goes on and on! They truly have thought of everything. We are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashli b.

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

Wonderful vacation rental!

Our host were top notch! Communication was on point and we were amazed at the cleanliness and location of the property. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

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

Great place , perfect for families

Overall fantastic experience with the condo ! Only downside was the shared pool with the adjacent clearwater beach hotel .. it was more often than not very crowded .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne T.

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

Fantastic Vacation

Absolutely LOVED our stay at Dock of the Bay!!! Everything was beautiful!!! Kit was so accommodating!!! We will definitely stay again!!! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli C.

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

Just as it says

Property and hosts were great. Very nice condo with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

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

Beautiful Condo and Location

Condo was beautiful and extremely clean. Everything we needed was there. The view was amazing and just a quick walk to the beach. Lots of bars and restaurants in walking distance. Easy drive to many more beaches and the Town of Dunedin. Everything as promised and great hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

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

Sue G.

This was are first time staying at this condo unit. The unit was very clean and beautifully furnished. It is well located close to the beach and surrounding restaurants. Looking forward to staying there in the next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin S.

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

Beautiful condo

The location is perfect! Just a short walk to the beach and a lot of restaurants nearby. The condo is beautiful and very clean. The hosts had everything fully stocked in the kitchen. We also enjoyed the beach chairs and wagon that were provided to use. The hosts were very easy to contact and were very helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Awesome Condo!

My husband and our friends stayed here 9 days. The host is very responsive to any and all questions. The condo is very clean and is perfect for 2 couples. The Sunrise view from the outside patio is outstanding! Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deni D.

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

Perfect getaway home

This is our second time staying at this condo. The hosts are wonderful and so it’s their place. They take pride and they will help you with anything you might need. The condo has everything you will need and want, plus the vicinity to the beach, stores and restaurants, the cleanliness and comfort, knowing that my family will enjoy our family trip makes this place our home away from home every time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Winter Getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay at Dock of the Bay. We found it to be just as advertised and seen in the pictures. The amenities were as described and more than adequate for our needs. Just far enough away from the crowds, yet a 5 minute walk to all the activity and sites. We would recommend giving the Dock of the Bay a chance to provide a relaxing getaway for all who seek it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

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

A perfect stay

Excellent communication with the owners prior to our stay and checking in on us during the stay was the right level. Beautiful condo, sparkling clean, the most comfortable beds, had the best sleeps. The little touches, from beach items - trolley, chairs, cool box to an umbrella should there be rain! Welcome gift was a lovely touch and a superb location, walking distance to everywhere. Thank you Kit & Gary. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

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

Fantastic location, great hosts!

We really enjoyed our stay at Dock of the Bay. Fantastic location for getting to the beach with a 2 year old. Great layout of the condo! Loved having washer/dryer in unit. Kit and Gary were great-checking in to make sure things were going well and got someone over right away when we wondered if the fridge was working. Overall, extremely satisfied with our entire trip and will definitely look to rent here again next time we make the trip down!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Cut short by Hurricane Helene

We booked this lovely unit for two weeks starting September 23rd. Stayed one night and left because Helene was coming. Drove inland for 3 nights hoping to return but couldn’t due to Helene. Kit, the owner, graciously refunded all but one night and the service fee. VRBO refunded the taxes with exception of the one night. We hope to return when Clearwater Beach is able to accept tourists.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kit & Gary Elert

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Gary and I are from the Midwest and knew that once our kids were off to college that we wanted to live someplace warm during the winter months! We had visited Clearwater Beach several times over the years, so chose to rent a condo for a month back in 2012. We liked it so much, we rented for three months the next year and five months the following year. At that point, we knew that Clearwater Beach was where we wanted to stay, so we bought a house on North Clearwater Beach and now live there nine months of the year.

Why they chose this property

In 2017, we decided to invest in a condo that we could use when family and friends came to visit, plus rent out to guests looking for a great beach vacation and/or to check out Clearwater Beach for a potential winter vacation spot, just like we did years ago. We looked at several buildings, but selected Dockside Condominiums because of its superb proximity to the beach, shops, restaurants, marina, and other local attractions. You can walk anywhere and you will hardly need a car except to explore areas off the beach. Though we're in the heart of the Beach, our condo faces the Bay so you rarely hear the nightlife once you're back in the condo.

What makes this property unique

The first thing we did after purchasing our condo was to hire a carpenter to do a major renovation and an interior designer to create an upscale coastal concept. We are thrilled with the results and hope you will be too! The patio, pool, sundeck, and dock all overlook the bay. You'll see gorgeous sunrises and dolphins playing right from your dining room window!

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