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Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining

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A beachside hotel with a pool area, lounge chairs, and a cabana.
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by a blue-tiled wall and a white fence.
A cozy living room with a grey sofa, a television, and a ceiling fan.
A blue house with a white door, a small window, and a porch light.
A sign for The Arbors Seaside Cottages, a vacation rental.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Indian Rocks Beach

Located in Independence Square, a neighbourhood in Indian Rocks Beach, this cottage 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 Sand Key Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at BayCare Ballpark or Jack Russell Stadium. With kayaking, parasailing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Indian Rocks Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Belleair Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • John R. Bonner Nature Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 53 min drive - 50.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Pub - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining have a pool?

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

Is Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Angler at The Arbors – Retro Beach Cottage w/ Heated Pool, Private Beach Area & Walkable Dining located?

Located in Independence Square, this cottage is steps away from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Splash Harbour Water Park and Belleair Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to beach, restaurants, shops, and CVS.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the convenient walkable location and easy access to the beach, restaurants, shops, and nearby essentials. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The location was great and you are right on the beach.You can walk to multiple restaurants and shops.The outside seating area is nice and there are brand new grills for use.The place is clean and organized. The only downside is that the place is dated and could use some updating. Overall it was a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the beachfront location, outdoor space, and convenience to nearby restaurants and shops. We also appreciate your suggestion and will keep it in mind as we continue making improvements. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thank you, Brenda, for staying with us at The Angler at the Arbors. You are so right, this is a great place. This is a true beach cottage with loads of charm and character. The pool is right outside your front door and the beach is literally a few steps beyond the pool. The cottage sits in the heart of Indian Rocks Beach so all the great restaurants and shops are within walking distance. You won't need the car at all! Please come back and stay with us again. We loved having you as our guests. Beaches USA
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Angler is a nice, quiet place to stay. Had everything we needed for a quick family beach vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was cozy and clean. Property was beautiful and peaceful and literally footsteps from the beach and good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thank you, Linda, for staying with us at Angler at the Arbors. You are right, this cottage is cozy and cute with loads of character. The pool is right outside the door and the beach is just a few steps beyond. What a perfect place for a peaceful beach vacation. Please come back and stay with us again. We loved having you as our guests. Beaches USA
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

Great place right on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice location

close to all needed amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thanks for the review, Ron! We're happy to hear Angler at The Arbors fit your needs and was close to all the needed amenities for your stay! We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect little place for a quick weekend trip to the beach. The cottage was clean and very cozy. The pool is right outside the door and the beach literally steps away. Food, drinks and shopping were all within walking distance. We didn't get back in the car after we parked until we left to go home. The host was great and made sure we had all the information we needed for a great stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cozy cottage, convenient beach access, pool, and walkable location. It’s great to hear you were able to relax and enjoy everything nearby without needing to drive. We appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Will definitely be booking again! Nick was great to work with and responded quickly to any questions I had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location was everything

Perfect location for our family. Close to the pool and beach. Surrounded by shops and restaurants. Home could use updating inside, lack of supply of necessities was a downside, like toilet paper and trash bags.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2024
Thank you Dustin for staying with us at the Angler at the Arbors. This is in a perfect location for a family vacation, the beach is just steps away. And the pool is just outside the door. This is such a cute beach cottage for a family get away. We provide our guests with enough basic supplies, like toilet paper and paper towels just to get them started as a courtesy. However, if our guests need more supplies they will have to purchase what they need. It is impossible for us to anticipate what each family would need or want. We loved hosting you at the Anglers and would love for you to come back and stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Original Beach-side Spot

So cute! Pool, nice beach chairs, beach towels. Close to restaurants, ice cream... park your car and leave it. Small but just as described. Newly redone bathroom. Perfect beachside vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Thank you, Carolyn, for staying with us at Angler at the Arbors. Isn't it cute? It is in the perfect location, right next to the beach and close to so many great restaurants and shops. I hear Pipo and Betty's is delicious! This cottage is so unique, full of old Florida charm. it is quaint and comfortable, the perfect beach stay. It sounds like you had a great time. Please come back and visit us again soon. We loved having you as a guest. Beaches USA
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unit is very small and not sure I would want to stay there with more than just 2 people. It has plenty of amenities needed. There is no table to eat at, just a counter that has 3 stools. They left plenty of snacks and coffee for us which was very nice. The air conditioner filters had never been cleaned and the filter light was on, however, I reached out to the management company and they sent someone over very quickly to take care of it. Bathroom is small with no counter space and the shower doesn't have a lot of pressure. Pool is very nice and clean and you are only steps from the beach. With the pool right outside the door, it can be noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the amenities, welcome snacks, quick assistance from our team, the pool, and the easy beach access. We appreciate your notes about the space, bathroom, and A/C filter, and we’ll use them to continue improving the guest experience. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little bungalow for relaxing beach time

We loved this little place. Two bedrooms were excellent with in room a/c and fans to keep us cool, the bathroom is dated, but worked for us. We loved the little pool, the short walk to beach, the ease of parking and being able to walk to restaurants and shopping. We cooked and I made lemon caper chicken with relative ease using the provided cookware. They could add some more utensils and cups, but I assumed it’s hard to keep it stocked. We will absolutely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Convenient location.

Other than the shower head being lose(I hand tightened it the best I could)… if was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location is everything!

We stayed here for a long weekend (2 adults and 2 kids under 12) and we had an amazing time! The beach was so close that you could run back and forth to go to the bathroom or grab something you forgot and not miss a beat:) Literally everything was walkable for us. The beds were soooo comfortable, nice soft sheets, good pillows. Only got one trash bag included so make sure to pick some up. We enjoyed playing shuffleboard until some other renters showed up and parked on the whole shuffleboard area making it not usable anymore. Free on-site laundry was a plus for sure! I was very very happy with these accommodations and hope to come back year after year with more of my family:)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location- needs some updates

Incredible location right on the beach, quiet and walking distance to many restaurants! The unit we stayed in while clean, is in desperate need of updating. Bathroom shower is small and has no light, one of the towel bars was broken off and kitchen needs a little love. I will say that the decore was nicely done and there were nice touches to try and make up for the lack of updates. It’s a great place to stay for a reasonable price to get on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Steps to the beach!

When we first arrived there the pools triple waterfalls wasn't working so I text the managements number that was provided when I booked the cottage online about the issue and management replied back quickly saying he would have maintenance go check it out and a little later on management text me back saying the issue was resolved and even sent a photo showing the triple falls was up and running in the pool. At that point in time me and my husband and daughter and son was at the private beach only about 30 steps from the Old - fashioned cottage we we're staying in. You could even borrow the loungers and beach toys and even a couple of kickboard surfboards. They even provided beach towels inside the cottage. Speaking of inside the cottage which we stayed in was equipped with all your dishes and cooking supplies you needed. There was also several indoor board games for all ages to play. There was also on the property a shared washer and dryer that was FREE to use and they even provided the laundry detergent. My family enjoyed our 4 night 5 day vacation at the #3 Angler cottage. I would highly recommend staying here and see for yourself what it has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ask size before you book the angler

Pictures are very deceiving. Our house said it sleeps six which we fit our family in, but house was very small. The lady that keeps the grounds was very nice. We drove over 20 hours to get here and never heard once about the red tide till I asked the owner. When I asked if we could get a refund due to the red tide I never got a email back. Was disappointed since we drove so far for the ocean experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location

We loved this property!! Amazing location, everything you need in walking distance, beautiful beach, will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Very small and dark and dirty

Pictures overly stretched. Place filthy. Shower small and had mold issues. Rain seeped in under bathroom wall. Most doors splintered (from dogs, I assume). Blinds not functioning and dirty. Curtains dirty. No place for dogs to go potty. Part of ceiling falling in. Pool is just an over sized hot tub. Grounds good, beach wonderful, other renters very friendly. Reported issues to Vrbo with pictures and got no reply. Very disappointed.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hello Julie, We are very disappointed with your review on our cottage. The Property mangers stop by ask you if there was anything we could do for you. You did mention the blinds were dusty, We offered to have them cleaned for and you didn't want us too. You didn't say anything about the other problem you mention in the review. As you can see in other reviews we take pride in making sure the cottage is clean. There is defiantly no mold in the shower. We Have no idea what you are talking about with the ceiling. We just wished you would have communicated better with us. Especially since we ask several times if you and husband needed anything
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach cottage

We will return to The Arbors. Perfect for our family. We rented the Angler and my cousins the Reef. Best vacation of our lives. The Gazebo was the perfect place to eat lunch or end the night. Nick was attentive and very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Had a awesome time. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Excellent Location!

The location in IRB is perfect; close to restaurants, on the beach, and easy access to surrounding communities. The outside areas of this property are perfect - the heated pool is great, several seating areas near the beach and lounge chairs for use on the beach. It is an old Florida cottage. It appeared clean but is small and in need of some updates. The four-star rating is primarily based on the location and outdoor spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A MUST STAY!

Had everything anyone can ask for. The cottage, pool, beach - everything was amazing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
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