Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico

Outdoor dining
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books

About this cottage rental

Nestled in Indian Rocks Beach, this attractive cottage for $209 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Please be our guest! Sandy Shores has been in the Hall family for over 60 years, and is currently owned and operated by Myrtle Hall. Myrtle is German-born and moved to Indian Rocks Beach in 2000 when she married her late husband, Ned. Ned’s grandmother bought the Indian Rocks Beach property in 1946. Ned's father George Hall built the first, two-story building in 1952. The one-story Gulf Cottage followed in 1972. Ned's family lived here in the winter, and spent the summer in Ithaca, NY, where his father was the Golf Coach at Cornell University for over 40 years. Ned followed in his footsteps as a PGA Teaching Professional for over 25 years. He was teaching at the Clearwater Golf Club located in Clearwater, Florida when Myrtle, in Florida on holiday from Germany, met him in 1998. Myrtle and Ned, of course, had their wedding right in front of beautiful Sandy Shores! Like Ned, Myrtle fell in love with this beautiful property and its rich family history. Ned and Myrtle started to rent out their cottages in 2005 after a complete beautification and enjoyed every minute of sharing this lovely property with their guests. Myrtle carries on the Hall family tradition of hospitality at Sandy Shores and adds her special brand of German warmth. Her attention to detail and cleanliness makes Sandy Shores a unique and charming retreat. Free Wireless internet access available for our guests. Also visit our additional properties at: VRBO #78339 - GULF COTTAGE VRBO #508989 - PATIO COTTAGE

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden

Map of Indian Rocks Beach, FL

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(144 Reviews)
5.0
Dec 2023
We had a lovely visit and enjoyed the cottage and beach so much! The cottage is cute and homey with all the comforts and necessities of home in the kitchen, living room, bedroom and bath. The grounds are fantastic for sitting in the shade and sipping coffee while watching the birds and ocean. The beach and ocean is clean, not very crowded, and loaded with sealife and birds to watch! The host is fantastic, very friendly, helpful and responsive to questions. I will definitely return to this lovely place.
5.0
Dec 2023
We had a great time at Sandy Shores Garden cottage! We were celebrating a special birthday with a weeklong event that included beach, golf, Bucs football game, food, fun, sun, walking, craft beer, nature preserve, shopping, exploring and much needed R&R. We found the cottage so very quaint and furnished in old style Florida fashion...dark wood interior, turquoise colored bathroom tile, etc. The bathroom and shower is small but served our needs. The hot water gets hot quickly-we love that. Soft water results in flat hair but hey, we're on vacation so who cares? The kitchen has all the basics. We ate in a few times. Anecdote Brewing is right across the street and we love craft beer so a big plus there for us! Guilty Sea Sports Bar nearby had super margaritas for $5 and the bone in wings were great! I did used the big washer and the dryer. Only $4 - honor system. There is laundry soap but no dryer sheets or balls so may want to bring those. You can be as private as you want or socialize with the other guests. The beach is about a two minute walk from the door (depending how fast you stroll) There are chairs & beach items...Everything you need to have a good time. There's a grill too! I loved taking my coffee to the tall chairs to work on my puzzles. Myrtle is a wonderful gracious hostess! We loved our get-away and hope to return someday and maybe try the Gulf unit. We highly recommend this location and rental. Cheers!
5.0
Dec 2023
We had a great time at Sandy Shores Garden cottage! We were celebrating a special birthday with a weeklong event that included beach, golf, Bucs football game, food, fun, sun, walking, craft beer, nature preserve, shopping, exploring and much needed R&R. We found the cottage so very quaint and furnished in old style Florida fashion...dark wood interior, turquoise colored bathroom tile, etc. The bathroom and shower is small but served our needs. The hot water gets hot quickly-we love that. Soft water results in flat hair but hey, we're on vacation so who cares? The kitchen has all the basics. We ate in a few times. Anecdote Brewing is right across the street and we love craft beer so a big plus there for us! Guilty Sea Sports Bar nearby had super margaritas for $5 and the bone in wings were great! I did used the big washer and the dryer. Only $4 - honor system. There is laundry soap but no dryer sheets or balls so may want to bring those. You can be as private as you want or socialize with the other guests. The beach is about a two minute walk from the door (depending how fast you stroll) There are chairs & beach items...Everything you need to have a good time. There's a grill too! I loved taking my coffee to the tall chairs to work on my puzzles. Myrtle is a wonderful gracious hostess! We loved our get-away and hope to return someday and maybe try the Gulf unit. We highly recommend this location and rental. Cheers!
5.0
Nov 2023
We’d been desperate for a long weekend away, and Ms. Myrtle and her beautiful property did not disappoint! The cottage was clean and had everything that we needed for our 3-night stay. We brought along breakfast items and enjoyed eating outside and sipping coffee overlooking the beach every morning. Check-in/out were both seamless. Myrtle was a quick phone call away (though we didn’t need to call, except to notify her we were packed and leaving) and she was frequently available to chat or ask a question as she was out and about caring for the property at some point each day. Overall, a wonderful stay with a wonderful hostess!!
5.0
Nov 2023
My wife and I were looking for a long weekend at the beach. We have always loved the Indian Rocks Beach area. Booked Mrs. Hall's Sandy Shores and we could not have picked a better spot. On the beach , out door sitting areas with perfect view for sunsets in the evening and a morning cup of coffee. You are right in the heart of Indian Rocks and can walk to all the great spots IRB has to offer. The place is maintained impeccably . Hope to make it back in the future.
5.0
Nov 2023
Beautiful cottage in a breathtaking location. The host was wonderful. Highly recommend this cottage and sandy shores. We will be back!
5.0
Oct 2023
This property is fantastic. Everything you need for a day or a week on the beach is available. The location is fantastic. The private beach can’t be beat. I think we have found our new go to beach destination. Myrtle is a wonderful host. You can see the pride she takes in the property. I wish we had spent more time getting to know her while there. We most certainly will on our next visit. I cannot recommend this place enough.
5.0
Sep 2023
Our stay was wonderful and the best part about our stay was the location of the property and the extremely accommodating host. You have your own private walk to the beach with everything you would need to enjoy the beach available. You are also right across the surf shop that has awesome souvenirs, swimsuits, sunscreen, beach toys, etc. Next to the surf shop is a CVS that has a small grocery and beverage section along with any other things you may need. Also, you have the trolley stop just to the left of the property which is the best and cheapest way to get around to clearwater, madeira, and treasure island. On top of that, your are surrounded with lots of great places to eat, all with in a short walking distance. On top of all this, the host is a very sweet, kind, and accommodating person. She was quick to answer texts and phone calls, and sense our flight to go back home flew out really late, she let us keep our luggage on the property which gave us the opportunity to enjoy the day before heading back home. This should be on top of your list of places to stay!

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Indian Rocks Beach?

The average price for a rental in Indian Rocks Beach is $250 per night. This rental is $41 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Beachfront Cottages GARDEN at Beautiful Sandy Shores on Gulf of Mexico?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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