Condominium on beach

We really enjoyed our stay and will be back in the future!

Here's a revised version tailored specifically for a VRBO review—clear, helpful, and respectfully worded for future renters:---We’ve stayed at several Beach Cottages units over the years, and this was our first time in this particular one. With young kids, we appreciated the convenient pool-level location when our preferred unit wasn’t available.**Check-in:**The owner was friendly and responsive, but the process of mailing physical keys back and forth felt a bit inconvenient and less secure compared to other units we’ve rented that offer keyless entry.**The Unit:**The condo was clean but quite dated. Both bedrooms face the back street, which means more traffic noise and less privacy—different from most units where at least one bedroom faces the beach. The beds and linens are older and not very comfortable, and there was a noticeable smell in the second bedroom. The balcony is smaller than others, and the sliding door was difficult to open. The owner did acknowledge it needed repair.**Overall:**While the owner was kind and checked in with us during our stay, we found this unit less comfortable than others we’ve rented at Beach Cottages. It was priced lower, which was a factor in our decision, but we wanted to share our honest experience to help others choose what’s right for them.

This place was so nice and so convenient to be able to walk right out to the pool with little ones! The host was great and had great communication the whole trip!

The condo was in a great location. There were a few minor issues in the condo, but did not affect our stay. We had a wonderful time!

The property was excellent. Very clean and organized. The unit was excellent. Stocked with everything we needed while we stayed. Comfortable beds, and nice furniture. First level floor, walk out to pool and grills. That was a huge highlight for convenience. Communication with Tom was frequent and he sets very accurate expectations and made the trip easy for us. We are already looking to book our next beach visit here in this unit. Plenty of parking. Quiet neighborhood. Only a few minutes to groceries or fun at John’s Pass and Treasure Island. Pool and hot tub were great and the beach access was super easy just a few stairs, or the elevator also gets you to ground level.

Condo is at an great location on island and the unit is poolside. The unit is a nice two bedroom and good price. It is an older unit and could use some updates.

Great unit, wonderful lovation

We stayed for a week. The condo is in the perfect location. Getting out of the deck straight to the pool area and beach was very convenient. Using the grills by the pool was also easy, since you don’t need to take the stairs or elevators, carrying all the stuff. It is like having your own backyard. Lots of water toys and cooler in the closet off the deck, was also a plus, no need to bring in wet toys and chairs inside the condo, we just left them out to dry. Five stars to the housekeeper, everything was detailed clean and tidy. The towels smelled so good. The kitchen was stocked with cleaning supplies and laundry detergent. Will be back again. As for the pool area, lots of lounge chairs, and the hot tub gets cleaned daily. This was a true resort.

Our family had a great vacation and really enjoyed the condo. Tom was great to work.with and will def be back.

This unit at The Beach Cottages is a hidden gem. Situated on the ground floor with direct access to the pool/courtyard via the lanai. The condo itself is laid out well to ensure good separation between the sleeping area and main living space. Ideal for families with children. Kitchen is well stocked with essentials and living area is comfortable and spacious. Tom, the owner, is very responsive and kind. Highly recommended this unit to anyone looking for a relaxing, no-fuss vacation rental in Indian Shores. I would absolutely stay here again.

Great Location and Complex. Condo was spacious, lots of beach toys/chairs. Having direct access to the pool deck/beach access from the patio was awesome and was helpful in keeping sand out of the condo. Complex is secure, with gate codes/locks to get into the property. Enjoyed our stay.

Condo was in the perfect spot…access to pool and sun deck directly from patio. Beach just in front of pool and sun deck…perfect private layout to pool and beach. Blackstone and gas grills on sundeck overlooking beach and ocean. Beautiful sunsets from the deck or the beach. Beach chair rentals available…by calling beach chair company…info next to beach access gate…rental chairs are permanently located on the beach. Condo is on 1st level, corner condo. Advantages of daylight shining in from all windows, instead of only front and back windows. Master bedroom bed is a very comfortable bed. Very spacious and open condo. Condo has dated fixtures but that isn’t what a vacation should be about. Everything works and condo is clean. Very quiet complex and must have access code to get into the complex…felt safe and secure. Will be back to this condo. Tom thank you for the excellent care.