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Beach nearby
Pool
View from property
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Palm Harbor, FL
  • Innisbrook Golf Club
    15 min walk
  • Wall Springs Park
    16 min walk
  • Suncoast Primate Sanctuary
    4 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Crystal Beach

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Crystal Beach vacation home, you'll find Innisbrook Golf Club and Wall Springs Park. Palm Harbor Medical Center and Anderson Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Innisbrook Golf Club - 15 min walk
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 10 min drive
  • Sunset Beach - 12 min drive
  • Dunedin Beach - 14 min drive
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 23 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wings Etc. Palm Harbor - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Strachan's Homemade Ice Cream - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Molly Goodhead's Raw Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Rich - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪De Bine Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stilthouse Gulf Front Home heated pool, dock, elevator. Special fall rates!

Gulf front home located on exclusive Indian Bluff Island with panoramic, breathtaking Ocean Views overlooking Saint Joseph Sound and Honeymoon Island in Palm Harbor (30 minutes from Tampa downtown) with direct Gulf access! The home is set up as a rental of the main house with one area of the property set up as a separate lock off residence where Owner maintains a residence. No interaction is necessary . All common areas of the property including pool, decks and dock are for exclusive use of the guests during your stay with complete privacy. This beautiful waterfront property has expansive open water views of the serene Saint Joseph Sound and top rated Caladesi and Honeymoon islands. The wildlife views from the decks create a unique one of a kind vacation experience. From this home kayaking ,windsurfing, paddle boarding and fishing are amazing and the sunsets are mesmerizing! You can enjoy the waterside pool, outside bar and boat dock. The pool is heated. The main living area offers an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, spacious kitchen with a sizable serving bar and lovely dining area all opening to the balcony, providing the perfect flow for indoor and outdoor entertaining. Each room has its own designated bathroom. Home has a private elevator from foyer level to the second floor living areas. The Pinellas Trail and Wall Springs Park are within walking distance and bicycles are on site. The famous Sponge Docks of the Greek Fishing Village of Tarpon Springs and top rated beaches of Caladesi and Honeymoon island are just 10 minutes away. Clearwater Beach and other Gulf beaches are just 20 minutes away. Downstairs pool area has an outdoor bar. Lush tropical landscaping complete the picture, creating this perfect get away. Sleeps 10 in four bedrooms with one king bed , 2 queen beds, 2 twin beds, and a queen pullout bed. Free High Speed Digital Spectrum Internet and cable TV with full movie channels. Internet friendly TVs in all bedrooms. 3 kayaks, a rowboat and fishing equipment are on site for your use. A charcoal grill and a smoker are also located on the pool level. Washer and dryer on site. Perfect for family reunions or corporate retreats. No events allowed for non registered guests. You truly can relax and enjoy the Florida Lifestyle in this cozy home!

Property manager

Larry Crow

Languages

German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on decks

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Note from host: No Fireworks. No parties outside past 10pm
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Note from host: No Fireworks. No parties outside past 10pm For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gulf Front Luxury Home Dock Pool Elevator Special Fall Rates
Gulf Front Luxury Home With Dock Pool Elevator!

Stilthouse Gulf Front Home heated pool, dock, elevator. Special fall rates! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 102 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 102 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Buddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location!
Six of us stayed at this very nice property as we were attending a nearby wedding. The views across St Joseph Sound were beautiful! Plenty of room to hang out in the large living room or on the back porch overlooking the Sound. The kitchen was nicely equipped, including both a Keurig and a drip coffeemaker. Lots of games, fishing gear, and even a cast net to catch bait! The pool was heated and clean. Our host, Larry, lives on site, but we really never noticed him. There were two occasions when we needed assistance and he responded immediately. Very friendly guy! Publix grocery is one mile away, and Walmart is 8 minutes by car. Plenty of parking in the large driveway. The elevator was a great help to our 89-yr-old mother, and also very handy to get luggage, etc up to the main living area. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

oscar f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views in a
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Priceless view!
Everything was very clean. Check in/out was super easy. Lots of space to hang out inside and outside… but when you’re there you will want to be outside the whole time! We had breakfast every morning on the upper balcony over looking the water & hung out in and around the pool which also over looks the water. The water view is gorgeous! We even saw 2 dolphins! Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Trip
Great location on prime real estate. Great communication from the property manager! Everything was exactly like the pictures and description
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset home!
A+ We had a fantastic time, from check in to check out, The Home was the perfect place with pool and ocean front view, the sunsets were amazing. Our kids had such a great time kayaking, fishing and jumping off the dock, we also saw Dolphins swimming near by. Larry was very accommodating and was readily available to answer any questions wonderful hospitality. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking View
This property was amazing . The view was breathtaking. Went on a family vacation and my boys had a blast fishing and swimming just being boys. The host was so helpful with communication and the check in process was so easy and host was flexible with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Weekend
We rented this home to gather our family to celebrate our Mom's 80th birthday and it was perfect for guests of all ages. The teens found spots to play board games and lounge together while the adults enjoyed kayaking and relax with the beautiful views. The pool was perfect for all. The kitchen was well-appointed even for a party. And there were plenty of pillows and blankets, comfortable beds and extra areas to lounge both inside and outside. Larry was the host with the most, with easy communication and check-in/out. We all hated for our time to end and look forward to booking this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun seaside stay!
The place was awesome overall! My family had a great time swimming, fishing, and even getting to see dolphins swim right up to the seawall a couple times. The sunsets were also amazing each night. Some things around the house show their age and heavy usage, but the location more than made up for that for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diane W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Massive dissapointment
Property was not fit for purpose. 1 of the 4 bedrooms were unusable mould and damp on the walls. Mould dog and cat pee smells all over the house. Bedding didnt look laundered.one of the patio doors was brken and taped shut , decking are and hand rails were a massive safety issue. Screws sticking up from decking area, hand rails loose and unsafe. No patio furniture charis/ table down under decking area as in photos on VRBO, Patio table broken and supported with cable grips. Washing mashine was broken and shower was leaking. Host agreed bedroom was unusable and offered us 25% refund, this was not acceptable as our party required 4 bedrooms and I was not prepared to sleep in the lounge.I requested a full refund which I am still seeking and will take up on my return to UK
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Our family had a great time! Enjoyed the heated pool and fishing off the dock! Would highly recommend with family of all ages!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacay
Beautiful home, décor definitely could use updating! We enjoyed the views and pool very much. We also went out to the Dunedin Causeway and Honeymoon Island that was amazing all on its own! We also visited the Thirsty Marlin for dinner, A++. Great location! Quite neighborhood. Owner and Dogs where on site in attached apartment. Definitely worth the money! All of our family loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
We loved the house, pool, and location. This place offers all the amenities that we needed and then some. Larry was super friendly. We would recommend staying here to anyone!!!! Such a wonderful place to enjoy a family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for Family
Such a great home, right on the water, beautiful pool, big kitchen, even bigger great room, plenty of beds and baths. Fish right out front, watch birds and sunsets. All so beautiful! And Larry was a really helpful and thoughtful host.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and fantastic host
Location is convenient to so much. Pool and fishing dock were a nice break from touring and shopping. Larry was a fantastic host. Most responsive host we have ever had. We will definately stay here again.Thank you Larry for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

frank t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palm Harbor Rental
We had an outstanding stay. Tremendous view. Pool was great. There were schools of snapper right in front of the sea wall. There was an elevator which made things incredibly easy. The property owner responded to every question within minutes. Property was clean. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Nan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view and water access
We truley enjoyed our stay. Love the area. Would stay again if some repairs were done to house. Very much in need of many repairs. Not having full use of driveway somewhat problem. On sight manager helpful. Great view and water access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Z., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
The house was big enough for the whole family and had everything we needed. Its in a great location from beaches to restaurants. Great views of the sunsets. Host was very easy to work with. The only thing we had issues with was the deck (recommend wearing shoes). We do understand it is in the process of being fixed. Great overall stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
We had an amazing trip. The house was wonderful. There was lots of space for our 11 person family. The sunsets were stunning. The fishing was a big hit with everyone. The house is the perfect location and close to many attractions and restaurants. Highly recommend! Larry was always available for any questions! Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Chuck M.

Nothing good here except the view
First off I want to make sure you know that the owner lives in a portion of the home. We missed that in the add. We had had 9 people and 4 cars but had to leave room in the driveway for the owners vehicle. He has 2 German shepherd dogs and they barked at us anytime they were outside. The kitchen was poorly equipped. The doors on the inside did not lock. The deck and rails are in very bad condition and need to be replaced. They are a hazard. The electrical outlets in the bathrooms have been covered by the countertop and you can’t plug in a large plug like a blow dryer. The views from the home are amazing but the house has a lot of issues for almost $5,000 for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family and friends spring break
Eclectic and a little funky but so comfortable for the family and had everything we needed. Great location. Amazing sunsets. Generous and kind host. We would love to return very soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Jane G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wouldn’t stay again
In need of cleaning and repairs. Was not adequately furnished.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tobe V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
My family had a fabulous time staying at this home. I can't rave enough about Larry and how kind and accommodating he was for us! He was always available when we needed to ask questions. The house had tons of room for all of us. My kids (12 & 13) lived in the pool almost the entire time. The view is so spectacular! I loved sitting on the deck every morning, drinking my coffee and watching the dolphins and birds pass by. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful. We will definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views and Great Location
Loved the property! The views were amazing! The location was great! While at the house we felt totally removed from the hustle and bustle of a city, many things were very close by. 10 mins away grocery stores, large department stores good local restuarants. Also within 15 mins were great breaches (Honeymoon Island State Park) and great deep sea fishing in Tarpon Springs. We saw dolphins within10 feet of the dock most days! Larry was awesome. He was very responsive to any communications. Extremely professional. Would definitely be interested in returning for another vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning home and view
First, Larry is the best. He is super accommodating and so friendly. His home is beautiful. The view from the super large porch is amazing. The pool was wonderful and you can’t beat the view from the pool either! We saw several dolphins swim by, enjoyed fishing off the dock and it’s a super quick shot to honeymoon island. You won’t be disappointed if you rent this dream home. The elevator was also super convenient for unloading the car. Thanks again Larry! We had an awesome vacation!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quite
We wanted to have a very played back, do whatever we pleased girl's week. We got that, plus so much more. Absolutely the best views of nature at it's finest at low tide....water is crystal clear. At high tide, dolphins were seen chasing a school of fish very close to the peer. Very impressive to 2 city girls!!! The houses could used some updating, especially the wooden deck and pool surround, but we were barefooted 99% of the time and had no problems. Little kids running around might experience some splinters. Everything we wanted/needed was in the houses. The houses was clean and bug free. Larry was a sweetie to work with!! We are glad we chose this house for your weekend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022