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Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach.

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A courtyard with palm trees, a seating area with chairs, and a small table.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and various plants.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wicker chair and ottoman.
A garden area with various potted plants, a decorative stone, and a stone pathway.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, wicker furniture, a TV, and a kitchen area with a granite countertop and dining set.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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St. Pete Beach, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Upham Beach Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Corey Ave
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach.

Bungalow Premium Accommodations just steps away from the beach. Avoid crowded hotels and enjoy your own home cooked meals in this private setting. Newly renovated, everything new! All the amenities you need for a vacation or seasonal stay in Florida. 1 month minimum rental please.

Flexible accommodations to fit the needs of your stay.
Unit #1 is a 1 bedroom/1 bath with full living room and kitchen with open floor plan.

Washer & Dryer on-site, large screened in patio with table & chairs, fenced secure backyard, lush tropical landscaping, outdoor grill, front porch, ample parking, fully equipped kitchen, flat screen TVs all rooms, wireless internet, premium memory foam mattress, luxury linens, ceiling fans, fully furnished inside & out. 2 units available on-site. Perfect for multi-family holidays.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Outside smoking only

Important information

You need to know

Property # 502265vb
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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. Pete Beach

Located in St. Pete Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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 Tampa Bay. Splash Island Water Park and Polynesian Putter are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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St. Pete Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Upham Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Corey Ave - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Splash Island Water Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coconut Charlie’s Beach Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy B's Beach Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grove Surf + Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rick's Reef - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Florida Beach Bungalow. Centrally Located, Private & Steps From Beach. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, Upham Beach and Upham Beach Park. Corey Ave and Splash Island Water Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

The bungalow was so cute- had everything I needed and chuck and his wife were the most wonderful hosts. I would highly recommend this property if you are going to st Pete beach! Thank you!!!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Respite

The property is AMAZING. The unit is immaculate, updated and provides everything one could ever want or need. The outdoor area is over the top. It's huge, lush and so peaceful. We could not believe our good fortune in finding this property.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean, comfortable, fun.

We stayed the month of January at the Beach Bungalow and couldn't have been happier. It was so clean, had everything we needed to cook when we wanted to, the backyard was wonderful for our dogs and for us. Also, the screened in porch was awesome. Chuck was great to work with. I would highly recommend this beautiful rental, in a great location.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect family vacation place

My family from Europe and I loved staying in your bungalow. It is a lovely place and a perfect location. It is also well equipped for a perfect beach vacation. I will definitely recommend the place to all my friends and hope to come back in the future. Thank you also for being patient and answering all of our many questions.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paradise Inn

It was our girls Birthday getaway and this hidden treasure resort was top of the icing! Thumbs up all the way to this perfect beach house! It was right next to beach, shops and restaurants! It was cute, clean and has everything you needed...towels, bathrobes, soaps etc...washer and dryer to even do your laundry! Love the awesome back yard with great view! The papaya trees were a plus and very yummy. Can't wait to go back to this paradise!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mermaid Bungalow

Girls Weekend This place was amazing, beautiful, and comfortable. Everything was tasteful and beachy themed. The proximity to all the great restaurants and bars was walking distance. Had a great time and would totally rent this place again. Thx 😊
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cutest bungalow and best location

Had a great girls weekend ...perfect location walking distance to everything clean and spacious ..wonderfully decorated awesome lanai and backyard great for grilling out and enjoying the tropical yard with your friends and family.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hidden gem

This was the cutest bungalow, in walking distance to the night life, shopping and dinning .I will definitely come back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sunny with the chance of a tan

Firstly, great location - 1 blk from the main drag, 1 1/2 blks to the beach....Recent renovations are well-done, especially the large, beautifully-tiled shower...Decor is very tasteful and of obvious quality....Kitchen is well-equipped with lots of cook- and flatware....Best part was the large fenced-in back patio with lots of privacy and plantings, including papaya (we ate 3 if them!), and hi-end patio furniture and grill...I could go on, but suffice it to say that you'll lack for nothing here....
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A quaint, personal and retro retreat

Our family (including extended) decided to get away for the 4th of July weekend. We stayed in different locations and my family and I definitely found the treasure of motels! We loved it from the moment we stepped onto the property. The owners were still in the middle of renovation, but it was clean, the pool was perfect and peaceful, the ambiance was as if I just stepped out of the rat race of life and stepped into a better time and place. We had so much fun we even stayed a bit longer due to the fact we just didn't want to leave. The managers were so friendly and accommodating (from quick response to flexibility to making the room welcoming). All we wanted and needed was near by. We are from Tampa and often just want to get away...we will be making this our home away from home.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing beach retreat in prime location on St. Pete Beach

Absolutely amazing and refreshing retreat steps away from the beach without the noise and commotion of a hotel. We enjoyed the option of eating in with the clean, fully equipped kitchen and grill or the numerous options within easy walking distance. I never knew there were so many local restaurants with great food and affordable prices. The new backyard is perfect for morning coffee, lunch or relaxing watching a game. The complimentary laundry made our packing a lot easier and saved us from having to pay for extra bags on our flight and with the location, didn’t even need to rent a car. Chuck and Kathy have done an exceptional job of creating a relaxing atmosphere and ensure we had everything we needed for our stay. I highly recommend this location and can’t wait to come back next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beach Magic

Wow, wow, wow! This little gem in the heart of St. Pete Beach is truly amazing. My sister and I rented the house for three weeks. It was very clean , cozy and had all the amenities one could ask for. The bomber beach cart made it perfect to get all necessary supplies organized and across the sand with ease and comfort. We need not want to leave and will definitely be back soon. This house rocks and is just what the Dr. ordered. Thank you!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I couldn't have asked for anything else!

Driving down the road looking for the address, I spotted this little place and instantly got excited that the numbers seemed to be counting down to it. Outside was clean, well kept, quaint and seemed to be walking distance from everything. Inside was breathtaking. I even took photos for future Pinterest pinning. The owners have meticulously planned each room for comfort, use of space, storage, vacation elements and convenience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

I couldn't have asked for anything else!

Driving down the road looking for the address, I spotted this little place and instantly got excited that the numbers seemed to be counting down to it. Outside was clean, well kept, quaint and seemed to be walking distance from everything. Inside was breathtaking. I even took photos for future Pinterest pinning. The owners have meticulously planned each room for comfort, use of space, storage, vacation elements and convenience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Gem!

What a week. We stayed at The Mermaid Bungalow and it was great. The curb appeal of this property is classic and tasteful and very well done. Inside Chuck and Kathy have really done a wonderful job on updating, upgrading and maintaining this bungalow. We rented the middle unit and it was a very well laid out great room with a nice bedroom and updated bathroom. Outside is a wonderful space, a classic Florida lanai (screened in porch). We used this space everyday. Beyond the lanai is a nice private fenced in yard. Chuck has everything you need for a great stay, we did not need or want for anything. The location was wonderful, steps away from everything you want: the beach, restaurants, bars, shopping, we met the neighbors and they we nice too. Chuck is a great owner. He was easy to talk to, very quick in responding, very helpful with all my questions. We look forward to returning to St. Pete Beach and would not hesitate to rent from Chuck again. We recommend Chuck and this property hand down.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Little Getaway Home

I truly loved this rental! It was perfect for our girls weekend getaway to the beach. Everything is walking distance, the place is clean and up to date and offers everything you need in the kitchen. I honestly have nothing negative to say about this adorable little place :-)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

PERFECT GETAWAY LOCATION!!!

Hands down, the best place i've ever stayed! It's extremely clean, the beds are comfortable and it's walking distance to everything. Fully equipped kitchen for those of us who enjoy cooking! Bikes available for guest! The perfect back yard for grilling and chilling! Everything was thought of for this location. We will definitely be staying here again!!! Thank you Chuck & Kathy for an amazing getaway location!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend away!

My partner and I visited this bungalow for a girls birthday weekend celebration and it was perfect! We live in Tampa so the location made us feel like we were on a far-away vacation but only a short 40 minute drive from home. The photos of the house don't do it justice - it looks like it's out of a Coastal Living magazine! I want them to decorate my house! The layout of the house makes it easy to entertain or take some quiet time. It was a short walk to the beach and many of the shops, restaurants, and bars. Very convenient. All in all we had a great weekend!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect getaway!

My sister and I needed a getaway to celebrate the end of the school year. Now, we hope to make it to this bungalow to celebrate whatever, whenever! We LOVED this place so much! Every detail was thought of with so much love and understanding of what a "getaway" actually means. The beds and blankets were SO nice and extremely comfortable. There are plush towels and robes, a coffee pot with auto-grinding, bikes to get to the beach, and plenty of room to chill. The walk to the beach is really short and well worth the money saved by not actually staying on the sand itself. It's also close to many awesome restaurants and cute shops, within a short and lazy walk. We did NOT want to leave!! The place is really beautiful and clean, charming and cozy, convenient and very reasonable! We will be back for sure!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

There's no place like home AWAY from home!

I visited the Mermaid Beach Bungalow with my husband and our 2 dogs for a birthday weekend and had a blast! We so did not want to leave! We loved the newly renovated accommodations . . . from the granite counter tops, tile floors, flat screen tv’s, to the beautiful landscaping, back patio, fenced in back yard, etc, it was top notch! The full kitchen & grill made it easy for us to stay in when we chose & the numerous bars & restaurants in walking distance made it easy for us to eat out! We loved all the local bands & not to mention amazing sunsets! The Sunday Corey Ave. Market was awesome, shopping is always a must for this gal! Can’t wait to go back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Love this place

We really enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Bungalow. It is a perfect location, walking distance to everything. They have everything that you would need at the house. It is clean and the beds are comfortable. We look forward to coming back next year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beyond expedition

We recently stayed at this incredible beach bungalow, that has all of the upgraded amenities anyone could ask for. Also, it is within walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Chuck and Kathy thought of everything to make our trip very enjoyable. Our dog also enjoyed romping in the enclosed yard. It is truly a "hidden treasure" on the beach. Looking forward to a return visit.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wow!

I took my wife and two boys for a mini vacation and because we were participating in a triathlon over the weekend in St-Pete Fl. This cozy place is perfect due to its location near the beach, restaurants and other activities. We loved the privacy of the rooms, the decor and cleaness. I love that you can go to so many places by walking especially the beach witch we enjoyed so much. Great gateway!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place, great location

The location of this bungalow is second to none. Basically, anything you may want to do on the beach is within easy walking distance of this bungalow. The place has been recently updated and is very neat and clean. In addition, the owners are very responsive to any of your needs or concerns regarding the place.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Beautiful Apartment but...

Truly lovely place. Clean and well kept, modern and charming. This would have been a 5 star review were it not for the fact that, we rented outside VBRO parameters, direct from the owner (after initiating contact thru VBRO). We paid the rent to him directly, paid a hefty security deposit, and left the place in excellent (same) condition. Two days post occupancy, we received a voice mail and video that the microwave was ruined, suggesting we put metal in the microwave (who does that?????) and advising we were losing our entire deposit. We emailed the owner but never received a response (we've waited 4 months hoping for some response) We cannot imagine what happened between when we left, and the two days that elapsed when we were advised our security deposit was being taken, but we do most certainly wish we had rented thru VBRO, paying a nominal amount for damage insurance and perhaps gaining a bit of recourse, or perhaps avoiding this issue altogether. Lesson learned - shame on us for not renting thru VBRO, or perhaps shame on the owner for tendering a written, in person lease versus using the VBRO process?
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2020
Dear Guests, this is an unfortunate occurrence that we have faced for the first time as VRBO hosts. With the success and enjoyment we've had in hosting many pleased guests, in this case we experienced damage and repair that we had to address immediately once our guest checked out. We personally reviewed and assessed the damage that took place, which was a broken and unusable microwave. We have pictures and video on file of the damage for documentation that was shared with the guest. The appliance was just over 1 year old and in excellent working condition prior to guest check in, again personally inspected by us the owners. To protect us in these matters we do require a $400 refundable deposit that is void upon property inspection once all property is considered acceptable following check out. In this case we had to use these funds to purchase a new microwave immediately and cover labor costs of installation before our next guest check in. We feel this security deposit is fair and necessary for these types of incidents. As hosts we are sorry to have faced this but feel we handled this appropriately and will continue to keep our property in pristine condition to host our future guests. Thank you all for the understanding in this matter and we continue to look forward to hosting many happy guests in the future at our property. The Mermaid Beach Bungalow Chuck & Kathy Kasper

About the host

Hosted by Chuck Kasper

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Chuck & Kathy Kasper live in the Tampa Bay Area. We purchased this property to put our dreams in to action and enjoy the St. Pete Beach area that we love so much! We took on this project with the vision to create a place that everyone can come and enjoy to get away. Chuck is the renovation visionary and executor, while Kathy pays attention to all the design details that make it a home away from home. No corners were cut or short cuts made when we put this plan in motion. Together we have created a space we know you will enjoy just as much as we do. Kathy was born and raised in Tampa, FL, Chuck was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA and moved to Tampa 35yrs ago.

Why they chose this property

Chuck & Kathy chose St. Pete Beach for it's convenient location and easy access to highways to travel home. We love the local establishments we visit just walking distance away with many options and variety to choose from. We have been coming to St. Pete Beach for years and also have several friends who have relocated to this area. It was a dream of ours to own a vacation rental, and maybe one day a small hotel or inn, to host visitors in beautiful sunny Florida.

What makes this property unique

Not only is this location incredibly convenient to everything, but we have created a unique setting. What is a boutique beach bungalow? It's a setting that we provide our guests premium accommodations with privacy, no hotel hassles or crowds getting in your way. Fully equipped amenities and surroundings.

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