Entire condo

The Beach is Calling!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Explore the area

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St Pete Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationUpham Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPass-a-Grille Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn's Pass Village & Boardwalk9 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)36 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Beach is Calling!

The Friendly Native condos truly are St Pete’s best kept secret! Nestled on Sunset Way, you are far enough off Gulf Blvd to escape the bustle yet still within close walking distance to absolutely everything. Merely a parking lot separates you and world-renowned Upham Beach with it’s brown sugar sands. From shops, restaurants, and beach volleyball to sunset beachfront walks and quaint beach bars, you will love this Jimmy Buffet-style neighborhood. The condo itself is a larger, corner studio which is full-equipped and boasts lovely Gulf of Mexico views out front windows and pool views off balcony. New furnishings in 2019! A comfortable, queen-sized, Murphy-bed makes for restful nights while offering additional living space during the day. You'll appreciate the lovely and functional kitchenette which flows seamlessly onto a private balcony. Rest assured, we always maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and excellence. Light and bright decor featuring photography by local artists sets the tone perfectly for your best beach vacation yet!

Beach Living:
It’s time to live the beach life! Your beach condo is located just steps from renowned St. Pete Beach's strand on the Gulf of Mexico. Recently selected as the country’s top beach destination and heralded for its jaw-dropping sunsets, St Pete Beach makes for an ideal vacation getaway. Only blocks away are boat rentals, para-sailing, stand up paddle boards, fishing, dolphin watch cruises, jet skis, kayaks and almost any water-sport imaginable.

Dining:
Recommended local dining includes Jimmy B’s Beach Bar and Bistro which features free sunset shooters and live music - every night. Also try Woody's Waterfont, Snapper's, 1200 Chop House, Shrimpy's, and Chill. All are accessible on foot or by bike.

Entertainment:
Stroll to historic Corey Ave where you will find specialty shops, dog groomers, dining all day and into the evening as well as a fresh market on Sundays. Or take a Trolley into downtown St. Petersburg, peruse the Salvador Dali Museum of Fine Arts, and take in a Broadway play at the Mahaffey Theater of Performing Arts. Explore Beach Drive where you can dine at one of several five star restaurants or enjoy shopping and gelato. For kids and adults alike, Tampa Bay’s Busch Gardens or Adventure Island provide a full day of thrills.

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St Petersburg/Old Northeast (1 bedroom): 2386912 (shared property with above)

Property manager

Kelly Strom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

La Playa Esta Llamando St Pete
La Playa Está Llamando! Condominio
La Playa Está Llamando! St. Pete Beach
La Playa Está Llamando! Condominio St. Pete Beach

About the neighborhood

St. Pete Beach

Located in St. Pete Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Splash Island Water Park and Treasure Island Fun Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Upham Beach Park - 1 min walk
  • Upham Beach - 9 min walk
  • Splash Island Water Park - 18 min walk
  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 3 min drive
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bouys Waterfront Bar - 14 min walk
  • McDonald's - 6 min walk
  • Jimmy B's Beach Bar - 10 min walk
  • Dunkin' - 9 min walk
  • Grove Surf + Coffee - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Beach is Calling! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Beach is Calling! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Beach is Calling!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Beach is Calling!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Beach is Calling! located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Pete Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Upham Beach Park and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Upham Beach and Corey Ave are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Trip
Great location. Everything you need is in the unit.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Wanda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a party spot. Loud music all the time, young people resort. room walls are paper thin. Lobby smells awful. Old furniture. Nice outdoor area. Nice warm pool. However, resort is definitely not what I expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is Great...
My daughter and I stayed here for one week. The room itself was what we expected and good for us, although the balcony was worthless. The door did not work and I was afraid one day I was not going to get it closed. The location is perfect for the beach and walkable or short drive to everything. The weather was perfect so no complaints there overall. My issue and why I will not stay again is the lack of privacy. You have to walk through the pool area to get to your room and we felt we were watched from the moment we arrived which made the non-use of the balcony okay. Occasionally someone would smile back, but we didn't even use the pool it was so uncomfortable. Maintenance came 23 hours early and thought we were supposed to be gone (he knocked). Then a lady, assuming she came to clean? walked into our room without knocking an hour before checkout with my daughter getting dressed. I don't feel this was the fault of VRBO/property manager. We were very respectful, clean and quiet. My daughter lives FL and we were having a beach week and we just didn't feel welcomed as guests. Another thing to note for reference - the beach is public and you have to pay for cabanas/umbrellas/chairs. If you are watching your budget and this is important to you, look for another condo that may provide these or plan for it. I did love this beach. Every night is a sunset spectacle and very peaceful, so not this particular complex next time...
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
If like looking at people with tattoos…
We love walking the beach and this location was perfect for that. Never had visited St Pete’s Beach until this stay. Made sure each day that we were walking the beach before 9 am to avoid the tattoo crowd. St Pete’s Beach is pretty tickey tack and commercial but the beach is beautiful in the morning. Access to the beach from this condo was easy. Go to Ft DeSoto Park for more pristine nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great all around 😄
A wonderful place in every respect!
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
So close to everything
Perfect for what we were looking for, close to the beach, walking distance to other restaurants and bars with a more casual feel. Overall love the laid back vibes of this location and beach in general, we’ll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
My husband and I stayed the week for my 50th birthday! The place was very clean and so close to the beach, just walk across parking lot and you’re there! Didn’t even rent a car. Everything is walking distance. Had breakfast at Ricks Reef almost every morning. Super good! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

victor b.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great
Dated. But clean
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice get away!
We really enjoyed our stay! The description and pictures were accurate and we were very comfortable. Loved the short walk to the beach. We definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang K., NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
This apartment has everything you need for a 2 weeks stay. Location is perfect, just a few steps to an awesome beach, you can even see the ocean from the apartment. Lots of restaurants and tiki bars in walking distance. We had a great time and will definitely come back. Thanks, Wolfgang and AnnMarie
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022