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Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH!

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A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A row of beachside cabins with a wooden deck and a gravel path.
A beachfront property with a sandy path leading to a row of houses, featuring balconies and a clear blue sky.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven.
An aerial view of a coastal area with buildings, a beach, and a road.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Indian Rocks Beach, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Belleair Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH!

JP’S TURTLE NEST – Come “out of your shell” and stay awhile at one of the few true beach cottages remaining! This so-cute beach cottage is only 55 steps to the beach with View of Gulf from living room! This cottage, among the many made famous by the “Plein Aire Cottage Artists,” is completely remodeled. This 1 Q bed/1 bath/1 Q sleeper unit has everything you’ll need to enjoy your optimum stay: 2 smart TVs, cent. HVAC, completely stocked kitchen, including a great blender, charcoal grill, and more (no dishwasher). Come frolic with the dolphins and watch the turtles hatch. This house is pet friendly so if you are highly allergic to dogs this home may not be a good fit for you. Our cleaning service is very good but you may notice an occasional dog hair here and there. One (1) small dog under 20lbs allowed with non-refundable pet fee. This property does not have a washer/dryer, but there is a very nearby laundromat if you need.
There is one assigned parking spot. Ask rental manager about FREE weekday free bikes.

1 Bedroom/1 Bath - Queen plus Q sleeper -
2 smart TV: Livingroom and Bedroom

** NON SMOKING **
BTR #1843

Separate check-in location: Before going to the condo, guests must check in at the Plumlee Vacation Rental office at 411 2nd Street in Indian Rocks Beach. Your welcome packet will include your unit access information, parking pass, Wi-Fi details and arrival instructions. The reservation holder must sign the vacation rental agreement and present a government-issued photo ID and credit card.

Late and Sunday arrivals: Guests arriving after 5:30 p.m. or on Sunday may retrieve their welcome packet from the orange lockbox at the rental office. The reservation holder must complete check-in at the office on the next business day.

Additional guest perks: Complimentary weekday beach-cruiser bicycles are available from the Plumlee office. The office also offers complimentary oversized parking for boats and RV trailers.

Beach chairs, umbrellas and oversized beach towels are available to rent at check-in; current pricing is available from the rental office.
IRB VRR#149

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3354592vb
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Indian Rocks Beach

Located in Indian Rocks Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key 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.
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Indian Rocks Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Belleair Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 26 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco’s Crush Bar And Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Guppy's On the Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Pizza & Pub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private cottage | 50 steps to BEACH! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Indian Rocks Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Belleair Beach, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Walsingham County Park 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. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is the perfect location. We were steps from the beach and within walking distance to great places to eat. There were no beach chairs or towels so I would strongly suggest renting them when you check in. The only drawback, if I were to be hyper-critical would be that the area rug could use an upgrade and my husband and I are use to a king size bed, so we had a difficult time getting a good night sleep, this is no fault of the property management, we were aware of it being only a full size bed, but because of that, we would likely stay at one of Plumlee's other vacation homes with a king bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted you enjoyed the location. We'll consider your suggestions about beach chairs, towels, and the rug. We're sorry about the bed size; we hope to see you again in a more suitable home.
Verified review

8/10 Good

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outside seating only a bench not comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your input and hope you enjoyed your stay despite the outdoor seating. We'll look into ways to improve your comfort.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna F.

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

Perfect Location

Immediate beach access, comfortable accommodations and within walking distance of places to eat and shop. The perfect location and get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Deanna, we here at Plumlee Vacation Rentals are so happy you enjoyed your stay at JP's Turtle Nest on beautiful Indian Rocks Beach. Please come back and visit us anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

We loved everything about this property! We will absolutely be booking here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

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

Perfect Getaway

This adorable cottage was just right for my husband and I. The Turkey cottage was so clean and very nicely decorated. Located so close to the beach made it stress free. We loved our stay!!! It had everything we wanted and needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Shelly, thank you for the glowing review. JP's Turtle Nest on Indian Rocks Beach is a perfect beach vacation, we agree. Please come back and visit anytime, we look forward to welcoming you soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia T.

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

Beautiful cottage

This small cottage was such a beautiful place to stay. Very quiet and safe. Close to everything you need for a family gateway. We will definitely will be back! Thank you Ms Deb!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Claudia, thank you for the amazing review! I will share your thanks with Ms. Deb (Rentals Manager) right away. She is awesome. We love JP's Turtle Nest on Indian Rocks Beach as well. A wonderful spot for a vacation. Come back and see us soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth S.

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

IR

Great location, very clean. Small but good for 2
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2023
Beth, Thank you for your review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay JP's Turtle Nest. We look forward to welcoming you back to Indian Rocks Beach soon! Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

JP turtle

Small but very nice and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2023
Julie, Thank you for your review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at JP's Turtle Nest. We look forward to welcoming you back to Indian Rocks Beach soon! Plumlee Gulf Beach Realty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan D.

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

Great Weekend in Indian Shores!

The Plumlee rental team was incredibly valuable and customer service was out of this world. They did a fantastic job of making us feel welcome and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property. It was a lovely place right by the ocean and the team gave us great recommendations of where to go during our stay. It was a beautiful weekend and I would highly recommend booking through through this company. I will definitely be back!! Thank you Kim and Steve for your efforts to make this trip worth while!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2025
Dylan, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at JP's Turtle Nest on beautiful Indian Rocks Beach. This little beach getaway is one of my favorites. We hope you can come back and enjoy the beach with us soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott B.

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

Weekend work trip

It was a great stay with the exception of the check-in process. I called and notified Plumlee that I would be a late check-in due to a flight delay. When I arrived, the late check-in box was completely empty. After calling the emergency office number, I realized quickly that no one had any clue as to what happened. It took over an hour for them to figure out what happened and to send someone over to get me the keys to get into the unit. .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patty C.

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

Place for You & Your Furry Friend

My husband and I always stay in the beautiful area of Indian Rocks Beach but always had a dog sitter. However, we recently rescued an abused dog that we were working hard to reabilitate and wanted to keep him with us. It's not easy to find a place that will accept pets. Then I found JP's Turtle Nest. The property consists of about 8 little cottages that sit in the beach side of Gulf Blvd so no streets to cross to get to the beach. Our cottage was the 3rd cottage back in the right which was #8. Now to be honest, the property is not the greatest, and there is no pool, however, #8 cottage was so cute, modern, and clean and the perfect 1 bedroom for 2 people and our little dog. For being a small cottage, it was packed with everything you could possibly need. Check in was a breeze and you can get free bicycles to use on the beach while you are there. The beaches of Indian Rocks are beautiful and it was only 500 feet from my door. If you don't need a pool, and you have a pet, I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

3.5 star experience - so many problems but good location and very clean

The property is about 50 steps to the beach and close to shops and restaurants. It was also very clean, but that’s pretty much where the positives stop. The night we arrived, the light in the bedroom wouldn’t turn off because the remote wasn’t working. While we were pressing buttons on the remote, one of the fan blades broke and flew off. We called the emergency line for property management because we were afraid the fan would fall on us. They told us to sleep with the light on and that they’d be out the next day. They did replace the fan the next day, but we had to sleep on the very uncomfortable sleeper sofa bed. Everything in this house is too small. The bed is maybe a double. The shower was so small I couldn’t even bend forward to wash my legs. There were only 5 bath towels provided for two to use the entire week, with no washer and dryer accessible. There was no bath mat, and the shower curtain wasn’t wide enough to catch all the water, which often flooded around the toilet area. The hot and cold water faucets in the shower were difficult to turn, which left us either scalding hot or freezing cold for showers. There was no dishwasher and very limited kitchen supplies. The stove was so cheap and made noises for about an hour after turning off, and we were concerned about it being a fire hazard. The oven mitts were so cheap I got burned. The Internet went out a few times, causing the AC and tv to shut off, & we had to wait for everything to reset once it came back on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
We hope you enjoyed your visit to our beach community.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Douglas, thank you for the 5-star review. JP's Turtle Nest in Indian Rocks Beach is a wonderful spot to get away, just 50 steps to the beach. We hope to have you back again very soon.

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