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Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.

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Exterior
Banana Bungalow - newly expanded porch and outside shower, 2 parking spots
To cross the road, there is a crosswalk with lights for cars to stop.
180 steps the the beach from our front door!
Master bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 579.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Square Nature Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.

Fourteen months after Hurricane Helene damaged our little Banana Bungalow, we finally have it back—fully restored, city-approved, and completely renewed. Everything is new: appliances, beds, furniture, linens, and more.

This charming 2-bedroom single-family bungalow in Indian Shores sits just steps from both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Nestled among condos and apartment buildings, it’s a peaceful ground-floor bungalow with easy beach access and plenty of Florida charm.

Bedrooms & Bath

One bedroom has a Queen bed, and its own TV.

The second bedroom includes a Full-size bed plus a single bunk bed.
(All beds are brand new.)

The bathroom features a brand-new Jacuzzi bathtub that works beautifully.

Kitchen & Living Spaces
The kitchen has a new countertop, a new sink, and all-new appliances—including the oven, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker. It’s fully equipped with new cookware and utensils, and there’s a cozy eat-in area perfect for breakfast.

We’ve added brand-new towels and linens, and the expanded screened-in porch provides an inviting space to work, study, relax, or enjoy family meals. A new washer and dryer are on-site for your convenience.

Parking
There are two parking spots: one parked parallel to the house, the other perpendicular beside the shed.

Family-Friendly & Pet-Friendly
Children are welcome—games and beach toys are provided.
Two bicycles are available for use.
One small dog (under 35 lbs) is allowed. No other pets are permitted.

Location Highlights
Enjoy breathtaking moments—watch the sunrise over the Intracoastal and the sunset over the Gulf, both just steps from your home away from home. We love walks on the beach at any time of the day, swimming in the water, eating at special places around, riding bikes, and playing pickleball next door at the park, steps away from the Bungalow.

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Watch the Banana Bungalow here: https://youtu.be/CC28FMdSzDs

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a pack n play for a baby, if you need.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 small pet allowed = $100 for extra dog each
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Indian Shores

Located in Indian Shores, this holiday home is near 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Jack Russell Stadium, or consider a night out at The BayCare Sound. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Town Square Nature Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Belleair Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clear Sky on Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Time Out - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mahuffers - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.?

As of 21 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family. on 11 July 2026 start from AU$290, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Town Square Nature Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Belleair Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time at the Banana Bungalow
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your time at our beautiful and renewed Banana Bungalow on your family vacation. It really is a place to get away, rest, enjoy good weather (typically) and build quality time as a family! It is so well located. We would love to have you all back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental property. Located in a less busy area but 15 mins from any larger attractions. Highly recommended! Located a block away from the beach was perfect. Rich and Elisa are great owners and communicate well. No problems with our stay at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Thank you all for your kind words. There is such a peacefulness about being at the Banana Bungalow as a family. It is so perfectly located, a less busy area - yet close to the beach, tennis/ pickle ball courts, play ground, pavilion for cookouts and a quaint Indian Shores coffee shop! We’d love to have you all back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Banana bungalow was wonderful! We had some issues with travel prior to arriving and they were so nice and understanding about it. The place was very clean and organized, the kitchen had everything we needed. The on-site laundry was perfect especially traveling with my 3 kids! The beach was so close plus having the park across the street was great for the kids. We loved having the wagon to transport all our things to and from the beach as well. We love Indian Rocks and can't wait to come back. We would love to start at the bungalow again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
We were so sad for you all when weather affected travel for more than a whole day, that’s why we tried to give you almost a whole extra day since there were no other renters coming in right away. We so love the closeness to Indian Shores and Indian Rock beaches. The park is so convenient - right across from the Banana Bungalow. Since all of the appliances are brand new this year the washer and dryer come in handy. We’d love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dusty N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from a week at the banana bungalow the last week in Feb of 2026 and had a perfect trip. The property was exactly as described and the hosts were wonderful to deal with. The property is less than 200 steps from the beach and the beach was less busy than surrounding beaches, but still close to many restaraunts/coffee shops/ bars and activities. The house came with a wagon, 2 chairs and umbrella for the beach and pickleball paddles/ball for the public court that is right next door. The kids loved the 2 bikes that were also included. We did cook meals a couple nights and the house was equipped with everything you would need. Definitely would stay here again! Thanks Rich and Elisa!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review! We’re really glad you and your family had such a great week at the Banana Bungalow. It means a lot to hear that the house, the beach access, and the little extras like the bikes, beach gear, and pickleball worked well for your stay. We love that stretch of beach for the same reason — close to everything but still peaceful — so it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed it too. We’re especially happy the kids had fun exploring the area. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. You’re welcome back anytime — we’d love to host you again! Rich and Elisa
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Another great stay at Banana Bungalow.

Lovely house, perfect location!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2024
It is great to have repeat renters who have seen and loved the Banana Bungalow. It really is a great place to stay! We are looking forward to having you next February as well! Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great location

Was our second time renting this place- everything was great !
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2023
We are always happy to have you back! The location, the beach, the neighborhood along with all of the things one needs all in one Banana Bungalow!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelton C.

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

Get location for a vacation! Had everything you would need to go on the beach with.

Great place to stay if you had a party of 4 going on vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed it! We’d love to have you back. It really is a great location.
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan m.

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

Great Little Place!

The place was exactly like the listing described. The amenties were great and the proximity to the beach was great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

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

Good time

Great stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
Glad you enjoyed it and we are hoping to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

very clean bungalow

Location to beach is great-bungalow was very clean and had everything we needed...
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2024
We love having you every year. Thanks for being a faithful, yearly customer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Very comfortable and close to a wonderful beach

Nicely decorated with a beach theme. Loved being so close to the intercoastal for fishing and the gulf for swimming. Great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 54 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We agree with all the great restaurants.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

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

Short walk to the beach

Enjoyed our stay. Short walk to the beach. Comfy beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Ann, the beach is so close! My wife and I just went on a nice long walk yesterday as it is so convenient. The beds are super comfortable with new mattresses that help contribute to a good nights sleep.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane b.

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

Loved it!

Wonderful accommodations, perfect location, Much better than we hoped for!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great location

Everything was great - lots of pantry items !
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
Glad you enjoyed the things in the pantry and the place. We will enjoy having you all back some time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

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

Great place Great location

We loved staying at the Banana Bungalow!!! Communicating with the owners was very easy and they were very accommodating. The place itself is very cute and very close to the beach. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
We would be glad to have you back. It really is a great location and so cute. We try to respond to all communication in a quick and thorough way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

We love the banana bungalow

We always have a great experience at the bungalow! The owners are very responsive and it has everything our family could need!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2023
We do try to respond quickly even though we travel for work a lot. You all are great renters and we look forward to having you back. You are part of our regulars club!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great place for families

We come here every year and have such a great time. The communication is always impeccable
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2024
We love that you come every year, and we try to answer and connect really fast so that anything that might come up could be resolved quickly. We have international phone planes as we travel all over for work, but can respond from anywhere. Today, we are on the wifi of the airplane in the air ;). You all are always welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great Time

This place was nice and clean. Very close to the beach and we loved that everything we need was included within the rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Hi Chris, We really do try to make sure that everything that we can have there for you is there, ready and in decent condition for it to be a home away from home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Great Cottage, Great location , Great Experience

We so enjoyed our stay at Banana Bungalow. The cottage was very well maintained, was in a great location convenient to both the beach and to fine dining. The owners were very responsive to all our questions and needs. We highly recommend this place for an enjoyable vacation experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2021
That’s so great that you found this place for such a good vacation. It really is placed super well between the beach and places ti eat. We’d love to have you back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great little house

We had a great time here, everything was clean and welcoming. We are planning to come back in the fall!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2021
We would love to have you back in the Fall! We enjoyed having you. Thanks for keeping things clean. We sure love our little Banana Bungalow, it’s so conducive for families.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

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

Location

Couldn't have picked a better place. The location to the beach and surrounding entertainment is the best !! Rich & Elisa are excellent at communicating and provide a perfect bungalow to enjoy.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
We are so grateful when people appreciate the Banana Bungalow like we do! It is perfectly located for entertainment, pickle ball, fishing, food, coffee shops, and of course the beach. We look forward to having y’all back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda e.

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

Banana Bungalow

Owners very responsive to any inquiries. Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
Thanks for your review, we aim to please and serve our guests well. The location really is ideal for couples, families and friends to enjoy the Beach, the area and fun.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

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

Great location

Very pleased with how clean the house was ! The beach access was perfect ! Hope to return next year !
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2020
We would love to have you back! We are taking extra care to have it clean especially now with all that is going on with Covid-19. Book early for next year as we have gotten several months filled up already. You were great to have in the Banana Bungalow!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brenda j.

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

The Bungalow

Loved staying with my daughter at this perfect location. Steps to the beach, coffee, places to eat and shop! I hope to be lucky enough to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed our little paradise! It's true that the Banana Bungalow is so perfectly located. There are fun shops, restaurants and coffee shops. We’d love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Lovely Beach Bungalow

Bungalow is just perfect! Across the street from the beach with intracoastal waterway right behind us. Location is great. We love it here!
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2023
Glad you guys enjoyed your time. It really is a great place to relax. There is nothing like a body of water to bring peace and refreshment. Hope you come back soon!

About the host

Hosted by Rich and Elisa

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Hi! We are Rich and Elisa. We have four amazing kids who are all out of the house now. Our youngest graduated from UCF, bringing us to Florida's beautiful state. We travel a lot as we started a non-profit working in Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, and Costa Rica. We primarily work with at-risk families who live and work in the garbage dumps. We also have a home for abused and pregnant girls in Ecuador. We love the beach and have enjoyed many beaches around the world. We really love our beach here, and we hope you will, too!

Why they chose this property

We love that this place is close to the white sandy beaches. There are golf courses close by, restaurants, and other activities within walking distance. It is safe, right next to the police station. The sunrise and sunset are amazing. The banana trees and palm trees surrounding the house and the fun tin ceiling give the place a fun, "beachy" vibe while still being clean and modern. Our favorite is The luxury of walking out the door and taking a few steps to the beach.

What makes this property unique

You can go fishing in the intercostal or ocean. There is a screened-in porch to eat, do online work, have coffee, or simply enjoy the outdoors. It is right next to a public park, including playgrounds for kids, tennis courts, and pickleball courts. We love it.

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