Close to the beach.Stay at this Indian Rocks Beach vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Belleair Beach. Also, Splash Harbour Water Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Clearwater Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Belleair Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Clearwater Beach - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 18.2 km
Port of Tampa - 59 min drive - 55.6 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Coco’s Crush Bar And Grill - 14 min walk
Maggie Mae's on the Bluffs - 6 min drive
Guppy's On the Beach - 3 min drive
Belleair Coffee Company - 7 min drive
Turkish Flame - 10 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool
Sweet Escape Cottage offered by Beach Time Rentals
Sweet Escape Cottage is a great vacation cottage for you and your family. This nicely appointed property has a beautiful pool, and a landscaped (and fenced) backyard. Great for small family groups that want to enjoy the beach, and all the Indian Rocks Beach has to offer.
Beautifully decorated with the colors of the sea to relax and enhance your visit to the beach.
This awesome beach cottage offers plenty of room to stretch out with 3 bedrooms sleeping 10 guests.
The primary bedroom offers a King bed with an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom offers a Queen bed and the third bedroom offers 2 Queen beds. The second bathroom is located between two bedrooms and has a shower/tub combination. The living area features a comfortable seating and a bonus area that also has a Sleeper sofa. This layout will accommodate 10 guests total.
The tastefully decorated living areas are spacious and comfortable for your relaxing vacation. We offer you a well-stocked kitchen for preparing meals with lots of work space and tiled floor.
This beach house will give your family plenty of space with 1700 sf.
This unique & exciting beach cottage will amaze you with the most awesome amenities such a private pool with a spill over, wagon and much more!
The backyard is like an oasis, very comfortable for families with kids, just unpack, relax, and recharge.
There is ample room for gathering outside as we offer lounge areas by the pool and outside of the screened in pool.
This property is located in Indian Rocks Beach, a great location as its tucked away in the residential area but close enough for shopping, dining and much more!
WOW! That sums it up…this breathtaking home in Indian Rocks Beach will wow you and your whole family!
This beautiful beach cottage is located walking distance to Brown Park located on Bay Blvd & 2nd St. Brown Park. Brown Park is located on Bay Blvd and features a pickleball court, basketball court, pavilion with picnic tables, and jungle gym for kids to play. It is .4 miles from the property and is a great place to take the kids for some play time and a picnic lunch.
Important details: *2 cars max on the driveway, no parking on the street. *Jacuzzi/spa is not available and it is only a spillover. *Pool heat is $35 per day + taxes - at 85 degrees from Nov to April. *This property allows 1 pet - if approved there is a non-refundable pet fee of $150.00 + taxes.
Travel insurance is a minimal investment to protect your trip! We stress the importance of purchasing travel insurance that would cover you in the event that you are unable to travel. Beach Time Rentals is able to offer you travel insurance through Generali (except for Hawaii and NY).
AGE REQUIREMENTS. We will not rent to vacationing students, spring breakers or singles under 25 years of age. The majority of the group must be over the age of 25, unless its a family. Any reservation made under false pretenses will be subject to eviction and forfeiture of advance payment of rent and deposits.
Owner Spaces: Please note that the property includes storage spaces designated for the owner's use. These spaces are securely locked and are not to be accessed or opened by anyone. Spaces will vary in size depending on the storage needs of the owner.
Cozy 2-bed, 1-bath ground-floor unit minutes from Indian Rocks Beach. Sleeps seven with full kitchen, WiFi, smart TV, beach gear, parking, and direct pool access. A comfortable, convenient base for families and groups
Indian Rocks Beach
Cozy 2-bed, 1-bath ground-floor unit minutes from Indian Rocks Beach. Sleeps seven with full kitchen, WiFi, smart TV, beach gear, parking, and direct pool access. A comfortable, convenient base for families and groups
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath second-floor unit near Indian Rocks Beach. Sleeps eight with full kitchen, WiFi, smart TV, shared pool access, and beach gear. A bright, comfortable base for families and groups looking for easy sand days and sunset evenings.
Indian Rocks Beach
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath second-floor unit near Indian Rocks Beach. Sleeps eight with full kitchen, WiFi, smart TV, shared pool access, and beach gear. A bright, comfortable base for families and groups looking for easy sand days and sunset evenings.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Portable shower seat
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
3 Bedroom Home Indian Rocks Beach Sweet Escape Cottage House
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Sweet Escape Private Pool
Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool Indian Rocks Beach
Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool Private vacation home
3 Bedroom Beach House With Private Pool on Indian Rocks Beach!
3 Bedroom Sweet Escape House
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool to the airport?
This vacation home is 10.9 mi (20-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 4.3 mi (10-min drive) from Sand Key Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool to downtown Indian Rocks Beach?
This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Indian Rocks Beach.
Sweet Escape Cottage | Private Pool Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 67 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 67 reviews
8 - Good
11
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 67 reviews
6 - Okay
6
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Anthony D.
Jan 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great perfect location and very comfy house.
Anthony D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Savannah M.
Jan 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The host was sweet and everything was good. The bugs and spiders were a lot but it’s FL. We expected it. Thank you!
Savannah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Bobbi S.
Jan 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Fine
Bobbi S.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anthony D.
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house very comfortable in a great neighborhood will definitely stay again!
Anthony D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
April W.
Aug 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wi-fi worked great. Kitchen had the supplies that was needed. Any questions or concerns we had they answered quickly.
April W.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mark W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for a wonderful family vacation!
Sarah L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and cozy
The property was very inviting and clean. Our family had a wonderful time with plenty of space. The pool was great especially for the kids when we needed a break from the beach. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating! This by far has been the best vacation! We will be booking with Beach Time Rentals again! Thank you!!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larry H.
May 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Florida house with a pool
We liked the location, close enough to beaches, restaurants, etc. while being in a quiet neighborhood and having a private pool. The house was very nice and the kitchen looked to have just about every gadget and utensil you could need (although it only had salt and pepper). There was a good selection of beach stuff and other outdoor stuff to use as well. More than enough room both inside and out for a larger group than just the 2 of us. For what we wanted, the property was excellent and we would stay again.Since this property is through a rental agency, there are some additional steps/communications as part of the booking process/staying here. Nothing major, but a little more involved than other vrbo places we've stayed.
Larry H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Kyle S.
Mar 23, 2023
Ok place.
Pros:
-The location of this house is in a quiet neighborhood just off the main road which we liked.
-Good communication with the property manager.
-Had beach chairs, carts, and toys in the garage to use.
-Propane grill to use.
Cons:
-The pictures in the listing make the house appear larger that it really is.
-The pool is very small and you have to pay extra per day to heat it.
-The floors appeared clean at first glance but were very dirty. After walking barefoot the bottoms of feet would turn black quickly. Most likely the cleaning crew mopped, however they just let the dirty waiter sit on the tile without trying to pick it up once the mop made the dirt loose.
-Furniture was a little uncomfortable and appeared a little dingy from use.
-Several tv remotes had dead batteries.
Kyle S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deb G.
Jul 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Quiet Home
Property manager was so great to work with. Pool was nice, nice patio, plenty of room. Nice quiet neighborhood. Would stay again
Deb G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
John F.
Jul 4, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness should be top priority
To start with, the manager let us in three hours early without charge She was pleasant and accommodating before we arrived. Now for the not so good: The outside front could use some yard work but the inside was clean and as described. The pool deck and pool were in clutter and disarray when we arrived. The deck was filthy with grime all over and the pool had a grimy yellow ring at water level. The master bedroom toilet kept running after flushing. I could manually stop it but it did cause a lot of wasted water use. I let the manager and the pool cleaning guy know but nothing was done to correct during my week stay. When I told the pool guy about the filthy condition of the pool he said this isn’t the Ritz and it’s not his responsibility. I explained to him that cleanliness has nothing to do with wealth. It was obvious what I had to say fell on deaf ears. The pool company did come and fix a leak at the pump that we didn’t have any idea about. Unfortunately, Beach Time Rentals poor cleaning and lack of response or action on the issues reflects on VRBO and we will be less likely in using the service in the future.
John F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Mindy S.
May 26, 2022
Great location…..but in need of updates and declutter.
Amazing location, property mgmt. was very nice and responsive the day of check in. The bad….. all the beds are sunken in and in dire need of replacement. While there was a lot of things to use, which was AMAZING, the bikes need new chains, only 1 of the 4 semi-worked, the canopy is not useable, umbrellas need to be thrown away. Outdoor furniture is no where near as pictured and living room couch is beyond uncomfortable and makes noises when you sit down.
Mindy S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amber Y.
Mar 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Would definitely book here again!
Amber Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
Feb 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
We enjoyed our stay at this house! Everything was clean on the inside, if I were to change one thing it would just be that the outside patio is a little bit more well manicured but it’s probably just because it’s winter in Florida. But it was a great house! Great communication with management team!
Jennifer R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amanda K.
Jan 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
It was a great time. Thank you!
Amanda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pamela R.
Oct 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and pool area
House is wonderful. Outside area wonderful. Pull out couches extremely uncomfortable!!! So really only sleep 6-8 adults. 3 bedrooms. Parking is sparse only 2 cars in the driveway and no street parking so be aware!! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the pool area hours and hours each day!!
Pamela R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Sep 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
perfect vacation
I love the pool and the short walk to the beach
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Promlak T.
Aug 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Prefer vacation house.
the pool is very nice, house is very clean. They had all the beach stuff chairs, tent, beach umbrellas etc.
Promlak T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Holly B.
Aug 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Could be better
The check in and communication from the rental agency was amazing. They answered all of our questions pretty much immediately. The pool is a must in the Florida heat. The neighborhood is quiet. It was great having a washer and drier. The house came well equipped in the kitchen, bedroom and bathrooms for anything you might need. A few things that could be easily fixed. There were no working chairs or umbrellas for the beach. We did use the cart for the chairs and umbrellas we had to purchase (which were expensive). We never walked to the beach because it wasn’t a convenient walk. It gets hot and I don’t want to drag all of our beach stuff in the blazing heat for a lengthy walk to the beach access. The bikes in the garage were not in working order. The tires were flat and dry rot, the handle bar on one was broken and wore out. The pool had what seemed at one time to be a hot tub. The maintenance man said it probably broke and was never fixed. Now they call it a “over flow”. The back yard was not usable! We could barely get to the run down grill though the unkept grass and weeds, which made the bugs worse than they already are in Florida. The outdoor furniture seemed well worn and dirty. The chairs around the pool were also well worn. They worked, but only because we had no other choice. There are alot of toys and floats seemingly left by prior renters just thrown in a pile in the corner with no organization. The pool was clean and the temperature was good. The Florida room outside was nice to keep some bugs out. The front bedroom carpet was also wet wet when we arrived and had a sour smell. It seemed like it had just been poorly shampooed. Also, in the same room the bed was at an angle? The foot was up Hugh and the head was down low. Strange. I think with a little yard maintenance and cleaning and organizing of some of the outdoor areas, a new grill, some working bikes and beach chairs. This house could be really great. We wished we wouldn’t have had to drive to the beach each day!!!
Holly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
James M., Layton, UT
May 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Indian Rocks property review
Place was clean, as advertised, plenty of room for my family of 8. Pool was great for everyone. Great communication with booking, arrival, check in/out. Overall great place to rent, great location.
James M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joyce D., Victoria, MN
May 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to stay for a multi generation family getaway!
Our group of 10 aged in range from 2 to 62. There was something for everyone nearby. The Park, including basketball court and tennis courts, the beaches and I can't forget the pool on the property. The wagon to haul the provided beach chairs in was a back saver.
If you are looking for a nice clean beach that is family oriented and not over crowded, Indian Rocks Beach is the perfect place to go. Traveling with grandchildren, we did not want a beach boardwalk with bars and shops lining the beach. Indian Rocks did not have that which was perfect for us but wouldn't be if you are looking for a partying community.. If we wanted something it wasn't far to walk to, but it wasn't a temptation right on the beach for the kiddos to want to go to.
The house itself was great as well. Large kitchen with all the things needed to make family sized breakfast and dinners so we didnt have to go out to eat all the time.
The property manager provided information on local amenities which was extremely helpful.
If we have the opportunity to visit the Tampa area again, we would definitely stay at Beach Time Rentals property.
Joyce D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer E.
Apr 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation getaway
The house was perfect! A 10 min walk to Indian Rocks beach. The property manager was really great with communication and replying whenever I text. The house was spotless when we arrived. There were 11 of us that stayed, and there was plenty of room. We would definitely stay there again.
Jennifer E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Shannon S.
Apr 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Escape
Highly would recommend this rental. If we go back to Florida we will stay there again!
Shannon S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
stacy W.
Mar 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
nice location
great location- close to beaches and walking distance to restaurants. pool was cooler than we would like even with the pool heat. the hot tub was just an overflow.
the yard needs some major landscaping- lots of weeds and over grown. the main toilet needed fixing the first full day we stayed and never got fixed during our vacation. the listing stated propane grill- this was actually charcoal. the listing stated there was a wagon and bikes: 1 bike seat was broke and the wheel on the wagon was broken. the tv in the queen bedroom did not work.