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Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.

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Property grounds
A patio area with a teal sofa, matching cushions, a teal rug, and teal chairs around a white table.
Smart TV, books
A front view of a washing machine in a room with a blue wall and a white door.
A beach house with a covered porch, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 579 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Square Nature Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family.

Fourteen months after Hurricane Helene damaged our little Banana Bungalow, we finally have it back—fully restored, city-approved, and completely renewed. Everything is new: appliances, beds, furniture, linens, and more.

This charming 2-bedroom single-family bungalow in Indian Shores sits just steps from both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Nestled among condos and apartment buildings, it’s a peaceful ground-floor bungalow with easy beach access and plenty of Florida charm.

Bedrooms & Bath & Outdoor semi-private spa-like shower.

One bedroom has a Queen bed and its own TV.

The second bedroom includes a Full-size bed plus a single bunk bed.
(All beds are brand new.)

The bathroom features a brand-new Jacuzzi bathtub that works beautifully.

The Outdoor semi-private spa-like shower is available to help wash up and clean off the sand after enjoying the day at the beach.

Kitchen & Living Spaces
The kitchen has a new countertop, a new sink, and all-new appliances—including the oven, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker. It’s fully equipped with new cookware and utensils, and there’s a cozy eat-in area perfect for breakfast.

We’ve added brand-new towels and linens, and the expanded screened-in porch provides an inviting space to work, study, relax, or enjoy family meals. A new washer and dryer are on-site for your convenience.

Parking
There are two parking spots: one parked parallel to the house, the other perpendicular beside the shed.

Family-Friendly & Pet-Friendly
Children are welcome—games and beach toys are provided.
Two bicycles are available for use.
One small dog (under 35 lbs) is allowed. No other pets are permitted.

Location Highlights
Enjoy breathtaking moments—watch the sunrise over the Intracoastal and the sunset over the Gulf, both just steps from your home away from home. We love walks on the beach at any time of the day, swimming in the water, eating at special places around, riding bikes, and playing pickleball next door at the park, steps away from the Bungalow.

Video Tour
Watch the Banana Bungalow here: https://youtu.be/CC28FMdSzDs
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a living plant wall
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Steps from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 11 minutes by car from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 850 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Only flush toilet paper. All else, including "flushable" wipes, goes in the trash. Guests are responsible for plumbing costs from improper flushing.
Put trash by the road early on Monday and Thursday. Recycling goes in the big bin next to the marina/police station across the street.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 small pet allowed = $100 for each additional dog

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is a pack n play for a baby, if you need.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Private Beach Bungalow Steps to Ocean Pet friendly Family
Private Beach Bungalow steps to Ocean Pet friendly family.

Private Newly remodeled Beach Bungalow - steps to Ocean, Pet-friendly, family. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time at the Banana Bungalow
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had an excellent stay. The house was super clean and the kitchen amenities were some of the best that I have ever encountered. It was easy to contact the host. I loved how close it was the beach and it was nice that there was parking for 2 cars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terrance Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Every thing good.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental property. Located in a less busy area but 15 mins from any larger attractions. Highly recommended! Located a block away from the beach was perfect. Rich and Elisa are great owners and communicate well. No problems with our stay at all.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Banana bungalow was wonderful! We had some issues with travel prior to arriving and they were so nice and understanding about it. The place was very clean and organized, the kitchen had everything we needed. The on-site laundry was perfect especially traveling with my 3 kids! The beach was so close plus having the park across the street was great for the kids. We loved having the wagon to transport all our things to and from the beach as well. We love Indian Rocks and can't wait to come back. We would love to start at the bungalow again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dusty N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from a week at the banana bungalow the last week in Feb of 2026 and had a perfect trip. The property was exactly as described and the hosts were wonderful to deal with. The property is less than 200 steps from the beach and the beach was less busy than surrounding beaches, but still close to many restaraunts/coffee shops/ bars and activities. The house came with a wagon, 2 chairs and umbrella for the beach and pickleball paddles/ball for the public court that is right next door. The kids loved the 2 bikes that were also included. We did cook meals a couple nights and the house was equipped with everything you would need. Definitely would stay here again! Thanks Rich and Elisa!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Another great stay at Banana Bungalow.

Lovely house, perfect location!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great location

Was our second time renting this place- everything was great !
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelton C.

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

Get location for a vacation! Had everything you would need to go on the beach with.

Great place to stay if you had a party of 4 going on vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

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

Good time

Great stay
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathan m.

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

Great Little Place!

The place was exactly like the listing described. The amenties were great and the proximity to the beach was great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

very clean bungalow

Location to beach is great-bungalow was very clean and had everything we needed...
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Great location

Everything was great - lots of pantry items !
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

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

Great place Great location

We loved staying at the Banana Bungalow!!! Communicating with the owners was very easy and they were very accommodating. The place itself is very cute and very close to the beach. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

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

Short walk to the beach

Enjoyed our stay. Short walk to the beach. Comfy beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jane b.

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

Loved it!

Wonderful accommodations, perfect location, Much better than we hoped for!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

We love the banana bungalow

We always have a great experience at the bungalow! The owners are very responsive and it has everything our family could need!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great Time

This place was nice and clean. Very close to the beach and we loved that everything we need was included within the rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Great Cottage, Great location , Great Experience

We so enjoyed our stay at Banana Bungalow. The cottage was very well maintained, was in a great location convenient to both the beach and to fine dining. The owners were very responsive to all our questions and needs. We highly recommend this place for an enjoyable vacation experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great little house

We had a great time here, everything was clean and welcoming. We are planning to come back in the fall!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine F.

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

Great location

Very pleased with how clean the house was ! The beach access was perfect ! Hope to return next year !
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

linda e.

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

Banana Bungalow

Owners very responsive to any inquiries. Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great place for families

We come here every year and have such a great time. The communication is always impeccable
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brenda j.

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

The Bungalow

Loved staying with my daughter at this perfect location. Steps to the beach, coffee, places to eat and shop! I hope to be lucky enough to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Lovely Beach Bungalow

Bungalow is just perfect! Across the street from the beach with intracoastal waterway right behind us. Location is great. We love it here!
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2023