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On the beach, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
On the beach, beach towels
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub

About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master.

Our beach home is a stunning combination rarely found. Crystal Beach is old Florida - eclectic and friendly. We're on the water, with our own dock. W are a block from the community park with its own beach (natural, not a bikini beach, great for little kids and dogs) and 20 minutes to Honeymoon Island State Park Beach (one of the best wide, white sand beaches in the world). We're 35ish min from Clearwater Beach which is top-rated beach / boardwalk area.

You can't help but be recharged in this magical spot.

We have a friendly community, a great yard, a beach at low tide, a private dock, and AMAZING views. See dolphins, manatees, sting-rays in the water. Watch Osprey feeding their babies in the nest. Great fishing. Once we had a bald eagle land in our yard and we always see Oscar, a heron, who loves sardines.

This is our residence but we spend a lot of time on our farm, out of state and, frankly, we love our little spot so much that love sharing it. Because this is our primary residence, there are are some of our personal things around, like photos of my grandkids, but this also means our house is fully stocked with towels, linens, bikes, morning coffee, and condiment, so you can get started vacationing as soon as you arrive.

We have three large bedrooms. The master looks over the gulf and has sublime sunsets. The downstairs bedrooms have two beds each (one has a set of full sleep number beds and the other has two twins).

There is an office desk in the guest bedroom as well as in the master. There is also an oversized monitor you are welcome to use with your laptop.

Build a little fire in the chimenea and watch the sunset during a romantic dinner on the patio on our Crate and Barrel outdoor dining table.

Walk for breakfast at Emily's or ride your bike to the best coffee shop ever in nearby Old Palm Harbor (Lulu's). This area is great for all kinds of diets and food needs. The Ozona Pig is a bike ride away for amazing bbq, as is Fireside Pizza. Ohana (a healthy Hawaii-inspired cafe complete with hula dancers) and Rawk Star Cafe (Raw, Vegan, Gluten free) are minutes by car.

Innisbrook golf resort is 5 minutes away. Movies are 7 minutes away. Clearwater Beach is 35 minutes.

We have two kayaks and 4+ bikes. You might enjoy renting a golf cart during your visit. Our dock is brand new, with a rail! Our boat is ancient (and not available for renters). There are tons of fishing charters and dolphin charters in the area, but frankly, fishing from our dock and watching dolphins from the kayak is pretty special. There are lots of options in Clearwater Beach for tours, but our local marina is The Ozona Fish Camp.

On another personal note, our TV/Stereo/Surround Sound system is an UNenthusiastic partner in your pursuit of tv entertainment. When you arrive, we're happy to walk you through the system, which has always been buggy (we have come to accept this). We've got local cable and the TV has a Chromecast device for easy streaming. But other than the Chromecast, little about this system is predictable. That's not why you're in FL, anyway, right? We do have a smart TV in the guest room.

Property manager

Betsy Banks Saul

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: NO TODDLERS OR NEW WALKERS. Open staircase.
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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, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Escape Open Gulf View Your Own Private Dock House Crystal Beach
Escape Open Gulf View Your Own Private Dock Crystal Beach
Escape Open Gulf View Your Own Private Dock
Escape Open Gulf View Your Own Private Dock Elevator Master
Escape To An Open Gulf View Your Own Private Dock!

About the neighborhood

Map
Crystal Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Innisbrook Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Sunset Beach - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Dunedin Beach - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 22 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wings Etc. Palm Harbor - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Strachan's Homemade Ice Cream - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Molly Goodhead's Raw Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Rich - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Bine Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Innisbrook Golf Club and Wall Springs Park. AdventHealth North Pinellas is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Romantic Escape; Open Gulf View; Your Own Private Dock! Elevator to master. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great sunsets!
Awesome stay, comfortable and nice walking neighborhood, with great direct waterfront access and sunsets!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Was great home on the water
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Getaway
Great house and location. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunsets, great views.
We had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed biking the neighborhood , and kayaking to nearby islands. Can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
We really enjoyed our 1st trip to Florida!! We will be back and recommending this place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf front
Beautiful renovated property with amazing outdoor features
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S., Lake Bluff

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful pet friendly waterfront property
A great 2 week stay in crystal beach! We loved this place. So did our 2 poodles. Great dog walking area, fenced back-yard, georgeous sunsets. Would stay again, Thanks!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine g., Belleair Beach FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location/Quiet
The view and backyard were so perfect. They had everything you could imagine for the stay. The whole time at the home was a great vacation. Sunsets every night.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunset bliss.
Great spot on the water. Amazing sunsets and even moon sets. Dogs love the yard and water access as we did also. Stunning house and close to everything you need. We will back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Wonderful stay near Honeymoon Island
Betsy and Company couldn't have been easier to work with. Everything was perfect and as advertised. There were kayaks, bikes, a golf cart, and a Publix less than a mile away. A short drive to Dunedin, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, Innisbrook, etc. lots of sharing from previous renters, and we did the same to "pay it forward". Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, great location.
Morning sunrises glowed pink and blue as the ibis, osprey, spoonbills and herons flew by. And the sunsets were stunning gold and red every night. Stand on the dock just after sunset and the night crowned herons will join you. Hop on the Pinellas trail for a bike ride to Tarpon Springs or Dunedin. The principle bedroom is gorgeous with a wall of windows overlooking the water.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Cynthia E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great way to relax
What a way to relax! From spending hours on the pier doing nothing to walking the trails, this location offers a bit of everything. Our dog loved the Dog Beach a short drive away near Honeymoon Island (a location I wish we would have known about right away). A few quirks here and there but the owner was more than gracious in helping us out. Yes!!! I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful gulf front property
We had a wonderful time on this property. The house and yard were exceptional! Other than the opening code for the door everything was perfect. As a matter of fact, the property manager Frank was very very helpful in getting us the correct code, and a few days later when we could not get the door open! This home is beautiful and welcomed our 3 dogs! They had a great time! Great location, great neighborhood and very quiet. We would love to return next year for a longer stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry M., Muskogee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay in Florida yet.
My family had the most magical experience. We spent the majority of our vacation in the backyard and on the pier. The kayaks were my son and grandson's favorite thing. They went out for hours twice daily. We saw manatees, dolphins, stingrays, crabs and all kinds of fish and birds from the Very Nice new pier. We saw the most beautiful sunsets. It's nice to have the locals stop by the pier to give advice on best places to fish, eat and ect. Our Pom and Chiweenie loved the backyard, running up and down the pier and even kayaking. The neighborhood was great. People out walking their dogs, riding bikes. Very friendly. The park nearby was nice but not nearly as nice as the backyard at this place. We honestly enjoyed this place with the gulf literally in the backyard more than our trip last year VIP at Disneyworld and VIP Universal. The gulf and sea life were fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pru S., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in fantastic location
We loved our 3 weeks at Betsy's lovely property. The sunsets are amazing, and the neighborhood is quaint and quiet with a park two blocks down the street and large live oak trees. We especially enjoyed the local birds who came to visit. There's nothing like being right on the water!
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice Vacation
Nice place in a quiet location,
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

MARK F M., Grand Haven MI

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Could be awesome
Great location but condition of property is not what it should be for price. Had to hand wash glasses (put away with lipstick stains and unclean), carpet needs shampooing, half chewed dog bones found under furniture in bedroom, floors not washed or properly vacuumed, half cleaned leaking shower upstairs (floor swab left in shower)!, air filters filthy. It is also time to replace some furniture. Also no response to a message sent to owner on VRBO. Bottom line this is a great property in a desirable location but the owner would be well served to take a few days off rental to attend to a deep cleaning and much needed maintenance.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in beautiful home on the Gulf
We absolutely enjoyed our stay in Betsy's home in Crystal Beach. Amazing sunsets nearly every night. The 45 mile Pinellas Bike Trail is just a couple blocks away. So many birds (some extra friendly) entertained us. Clean, spacious and quiet with super comfy beds. There are numerous really good restaurants so close by - our favs were Molly Goodheads, Emily's, Bar Fly Fish Shack, Fireside Pizza and Thirsty Marlin . We launched our kayaks right out in front of the house. It was fun to explore nearby parks and other nearby coastal towns. Be sure to go to Tampa Electric to view manatees - thank you, Betsy! Waking up and doing yoga on the second floor overlooking the gulf was a treat beyond words. The only downside for us was that January was chillier than we imagined but we were still able to find plenty to do to occupy ourselves for 3 weeks.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stewart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
Beautiful property with Live Oaks and a great park for sunset viewing as well as a private dock on property..
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R., Sanfordfl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Week Away
Great house, great area, restaurants and Honeymoon Island is an awesome beach. Betsy, the owner, was very responsive to any little issues we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ashley h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sunset heaven
We really enjoyed the house. It was nice a spacious and very well stocked. The sunsets on the dock are some of the best I have ever seen. We also enjoyed the us of the bikes and the amazing bike trail close to the house. The house is a short ride to restaurants, grocery stores ect. The house is in a very quite low key area. We were only a few miles from Innsbrook golf course and resort. We played a lot of tennis and golf there. ( I know Copperhead is a famous course but we found North much harder and trickier )
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

Love Crystal Beach!
One of the most spectacular views you will ever witness. Betsy is very accommodating and quick to respond to any question. The home was perfect for my wife and I and our dog, Bradley. The fenced in yard was perfect for our dog, and being on the water was magnificent. The sunsets were amazing every night. Crystal Beach is off the beaten path, which we loved. We were there during the peak season of all the spring breakers, and never ran into them. Very quiet and peaceful area. Just a short walk to the wonderful Pinellas trail where you can walk, run or bike for miles and miles. We will stay there every year, for sure!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Stunning Views
This is a beautiful property with gorgeous views of the Gulf. The property is well-maintained, although being that the homeowner also uses it, there are many personal items there. There were no instructions regarding recycling, so we hope we got that right. The neighbors were very pleasant and friendly. Thanks for use of the bicycles! The Pinellas Trail was a terrific perk! We definitely appreciated the fenced in yard, which provided our puppy with a great place to romp and play. Interaction with the wild birds was a big hit with us, as were views of dolphins passing by! All in all, we loved the property and the location! We would definitely rent it again, if available!! Thank you!