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Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat

Beachfront apartment near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Indian Shores

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf with a stay here. Splash Harbour Water Park and Town Square Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 21 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Raymond James Stadium - 56 min drive - 53.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Anecdote Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Voila Merci - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat

Step into our three-bedroom, two-bath beachfront Blue Harbors Retreat, our 9th-floor condo that sleeps 6 guests. You will be amazed by the stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico from the large private balcony, accessible from both the living area and master bedroom. While the listing photos are beautiful, they don't fully capture the unparalleled vistas available from this elevated 9th-floor unit.

The first bedroom features a bunk bed with a queen mattress below and a twin on top that can also be used as a cozy den for kids. The second bedroom sleeps 4 with two Queen beds. The spacious master bedroom offers a King bed with an en-suite bathroom and access to the balcony and the ocean views. All bed linens and towels, including beach towels, are provided. The kitchen opens to the dining area and living room overlooking the sea.

Blue Harbors Retreat's beachfront location allows you to enjoy the natural beauty of the coastline right from your doorstep. The condo also features a heated pool, hot tub, BBQ grills, beach volleyball, and a tropical green space.

Just steps away, you’ll find the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf, restaurants like Aloha-to-Go and Villa Gallace Italian, and popular spots such as JD's Lounge, Jake's Cantina, and more.

Our Blue Harbors Retreat is about 90 miles from Orlando attractions. It is 45 minutes from downtown Tampa attractions such as Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Lowry Park Zoo, and The Florida Aquarium. John's Pass is about a 15-minute drive south for shopping, and beautiful downtown St. Pete, just 17 miles away, offers many restaurants, bars, the Dali Museum, Chihuly Collection, and fantastic shopping!

Please note: Our building, Sandcastle I, is presently undergoing renovations, including the replacement of all balcony railings. While our unit’s railing has already been replaced, the work is still in progress across the building. We expect the renovations to be completed well before your stay, but there is a possibility it might not be finished exactly on time. We will keep any booked guests updated as their trip approaches to ensure that they are fully informed.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Holding a large party or other events at the property may be grounds for termination of rental without refund of balance of rental or safety deposit

Security / Damage Deposit A refundable security/damage deposit of $750.00 is required.

A charge of $500.00 per missing parking pass shall be deducted from the security/damage deposit if any parking pass is not returned at checkout.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat to the airport?

This apartment is 13.5 mi (25-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat to downtown Indian Shores?

This apartment is 0.3 mi away from Indian Shores.

Stunning Gulf of Mexico Views @ Beachfront 3Br2Ba 9th Floor Blue Harbors Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was very nice to stay at. It was a great location and everything was very easy to get too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a wonderful week at Blue Harbors Retreat. The location is great! The view from the balcony suring sunset is breathtaking! The property is updated and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic condo with unbelievable view! Unit is very clean, stocked and ready to enjoy. The view on the balcony is fantastic-sit and drink morning coffee and watch the dolphins swim by. The host has great communication. We hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vita H.

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arlene V.

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

Excellent location

So close to beach that you can hear the waves from the balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

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

Perfect location

The condo was in the perfect location and was very clean. The kitchen had all we needed and the beds were very comfortable. The only thing we would have liked was ceiling fans in the bedrooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice condo. Update is well done! Love the view!

Definitely would be back again.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Indian shores

This was a great vacation and beautiful area to be at, right on the beach and great frontal views of the Gulf of America . Our apartment was very nice and equally clean, spent 10 days and had a great time, see you again!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great condo, clean and had everything we needed

Beautiful condo with a great view. We watched a manatee swim back and forth off the coast. Beach was perfect and the pool well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis N.

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

Great views and llace

2nd year staying at Sandcastle 1. Great views and nice location. Great having beach chairs and beach wagon available.I ndian shores area starting to get going again. See you next year
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

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

Family time

We loved our stay at Blue Harbor! Beds were comfortable. Ceiling fans would help at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli G.

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

Beautiful Sunsets

We enjoyed our stay. Condo manager went above and beyond to help me with a mailing. Beautiful sunsets every night. Everything was clean and stuff was stocked well. The whistling of the broken window is annoying but they are fixing that and the sliding doors soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Beautiful view and clean

My family of 4 had a great time here. The view was just as expected with beautiful views of the ocean and a great place to watch the sunset. The place was clean, had plenty of beach chairs and sand toys to take down with you for the day. My daughter found lots of sand dollars and tons of neat shells. The pool was nice also. They have luggage racks and grocery carts to help load everything in one trip. The host answered all of my questions in a timely manner. If we return to this location we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick U.

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

Stay review

Nice, clean property in nice location. However property was under construction and we were not informed until we were there. We couldn’t use the pool and balconies were being worked on.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful, and the views of the Gulf from the balcony cannot be beat! Stunning is an understatement! Miguel and Dave, the local manager, were a pleasure to work with. They were both very responsive to any and all questions we had. The location of the condo is fabulous! It seems to be in a quieter, less busy area so the beach almost seemed private. The trolly stop is conveniently located in front of the complex, and is super easy to take anywhere we wanted to go along Gulf Blvd. We would absolutely stay in this unit again. Thanks again, Miguel and Dave!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Gorgeous condo and ocean view

This was our second year at Sandcastle1. We viewed lots of units last year and this year. What a gem we found with Blue Harbors Retreat!! Gorgeous condo with all the amenities our family of five needed. The host was great to work with and responded quickly to messages. The 9th floor offers amazing ocean views! We had a fabulous week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

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

Great stay in perfect location - Upgraded unit - beautiful view

We stayed Thanksgiving week and were pleasantly surprised to receive a call that the unit had been remodeled (kitchen, bathrooms, furniture). Linens were updated with bed configuration the same. Updated couches. The checkin process was smooth. We enjoyed our stay. Location was perfect— walkable to restaurants in both directions. Loved the beach. Host and property manager were communicative and helpful ensuring we had everything. Overall happy with the choice and rental. Only note is the unit is not the most sound proof. Might be a plus to hear waves but also can hear other outside noises.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Windows and doors.

The unit itself was absolutely lovely as was the furnishings. However, the windows and sliders were horrible. The window in one of the bedrooms was actually broken and could have fallen out on the bed. The slider in the living room was hardly usable so we always had to go out through the master bedroom. The air conditioner was so loud that it would roar for about 30 to 40 seconds every time it came on. If you were sitting on the lanai, it was very loud and distracting. and I know they are in process of replacing windows and doors, but this should be done well before renting.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert S.

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

Smith Family Vacation

Nice property. Great view. Beautiful kitchen, living room and bedrooms. Would stay here again. However, a bunch of little things that could be easily fixed in a week needs to be done. The windows by the front door are in really bad condition and cant be used. The owner did warn us about this. There was scotch tape covering the front door knob so you wouldn't lock it. Both bathrooms had newer vanities which were nice but the tiling around it was unfinished. The wall behind the master sink looked really cheap because it was finished and painted poorly. The living room lacks window coverings which can be blinding during early evening. Towels and toilet paper were what I would call substandard for this type of unit. Overlapping blank electrical covers by the balcony door Just a bunch of small easy to fix things would make this a fabulous 5 star unit. Hope to try it again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

amy t.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Family Vacation

Great views on the beach. Living room, kitchen and master decorated beautifully. Wouldn't stay here again due to a bunch of issues that need to be resolved. Windows in front of the unit by 2 bedrooms are in need of repair and have been for a few weeks. My husband had to work with property manager to apply a "bandaid" fix to the windows. Bag over front door knob so you wouldn't lock it when replacing the lock would have been more beneficial. Third smaller bedroom was unable to be used as it stayed hot the entire stay. No curtains on slider door in living room heated up the unit every afternoon as the sun went down up to 75 in the unit. A/C froze, as well as a/c being an issue all week. It ended up being a working vacation. We've opened an incident with VRBO due resolve issues with property management. We've used VRBO many times over the years and this is the first time we've had any issues of this magnitude.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right on the beach and the condo worked perfect for two families with young children. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

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