Rita's Cottage by the Beach - Pet Friendly Rita's Cottage by the Beach - Steps to Ocean!

  • Explore beautiful Indian Rock Beach from this vacation rental house.
    Explore beautiful Indian Rock Beach from this vacation rental house.
  • The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is a short walk from the beautiful beach.
    The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is a short walk from the beautiful beach.
  • The path leads to the white sand beach.
    The path leads to the white sand beach.
  • The open floor plan interior has accommodations for 4 guests.
    The open floor plan interior has accommodations for 4 guests.
  • Sink into the plush couches in front of the flat-screen Smart TV with cable.
    Sink into the plush couches in front of the flat-screen Smart TV with cable.
  • Watch a movie or catch up on your favorite show in the comfy seating area.
    Watch a movie or catch up on your favorite show in the comfy seating area.
  • Picture windows let the Florida sunshine stream in to illuminate the interior.
    Picture windows let the Florida sunshine stream in to illuminate the interior.
  • Use the fully equipped kitchen to whip up seafood feasts for your group.
    Use the fully equipped kitchen to whip up seafood feasts for your group.
  • The bright white cabinets have space to store all of your cooking supplies.
    The bright white cabinets have space to store all of your cooking supplies.
  • Through the carved archway, the dining table rests in a sun-soaked nook.
    Through the carved archway, the dining table rests in a sun-soaked nook.
  • Wood benches around the dining table provide seating for the whole crew.
    Wood benches around the dining table provide seating for the whole crew.
  • Sleep blissfully every night in the cloud-like queen bed in the first bedroom.
    Sleep blissfully every night in the cloud-like queen bed in the first bedroom.
  • Doze off while you watch a movie on the flat-screen Smart TV with cable access.
    Doze off while you watch a movie on the flat-screen Smart TV with cable access.
  • Rinse off sand from the beach in the shower/tub combo in the full bathroom.
    Rinse off sand from the beach in the shower/tub combo in the full bathroom.
  • The bathroom is set just steps down the hall for your convenience.
    The bathroom is set just steps down the hall for your convenience.
  • Bright and airy, the second bedroom boasts a plush queen bed.
    Bright and airy, the second bedroom boasts a plush queen bed.
  • Open the window to let the balmy breeze drift in while you nap.
    Open the window to let the balmy breeze drift in while you nap.
  • An on-site washer and dryer make it easy to keep your beachwear clean.
    An on-site washer and dryer make it easy to keep your beachwear clean.
  • Step out to the screened-in patio to relax in the protected interior.
    Step out to the screened-in patio to relax in the protected interior.
  • Your furry companion will love the grassy, fenced-in backyard.
    Your furry companion will love the grassy, fenced-in backyard.
  • Pack up the beach wagon and head down to the waterfront.
    Pack up the beach wagon and head down to the waterfront.
  • There's plenty of space to run around.
    There's plenty of space to run around.
  • Unwind in the shaded comfort of the carport.
    Unwind in the shaded comfort of the carport.
  • Sip your morning coffee in comfort.
    Sip your morning coffee in comfort.
  • Palm tree plantings turn the lawn into a tropical paradise.
    Palm tree plantings turn the lawn into a tropical paradise.
  • The house is set in a peaceful neighborhood steps from the beach.
    The house is set in a peaceful neighborhood steps from the beach.
  • Just down the street, a bigger beach entrance leads right to the ocean.
    Just down the street, a bigger beach entrance leads right to the ocean.
$165-375/night
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • Sleeps 1-4
Allows pets Internet Near Ocean (more...)

Indian Rocks Beach, Florida BTR #1613

Pack your bags and get ready to relax at this 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental house in Indian Rock Beach. Just steps from the water and boasting terrazzo floors, new furnishings, and a lanai overlooking the enclosed backyard, this cozy house has accommodations for 4 guests. Stroll the nature preserve boardwalk, meander Pier 60 at Clearwater Beach or rent a boat to visit Honeymoon Island and Johns Pass with ease. Busch Gardens is only 35 miles away, promising countless days of fun in the sun. This property is pet friendly with a max weight of 30 pounds. There is a $150.00 pet fee for the entire stay. 

-- THE PROPERTY --

*NOTE: Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security camera, located next to the front door facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces*

Master Bedroom: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed

Blissful beach days await at this cozy house, where you can take it easy in the lanai overlooking the grassy backyard or lounge beside the water at Indian Rock Beach. With a sunny interior full of comfortable furnishings and a convenient location near the water, this house is an ideal retreat!

Bring your favorite book out to the screened-in patio to read as you sip your morning coffee. Your furry friend will love romping around in the fenced-in backyard while you get ready for the day.

Prepare a breakfast feast in the well-equipped kitchen where you're sure to find everything you need. The cabinets have ample storage space for all of your cooking needs and a breakfast bar with 2 stools so you can grab a quick bite on your way out the door. Through the detailed doorway, the dining nook has a wood table with benches to comfortably fit your whole group.

Take a break from your adventures and recline on the comfortable couches in the living area. Spend an afternoon watching movies on the flat-screen Smart TV using the cable and wireless internet access.

The Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve has a boardwalk to a dog park and beach that everyone in your group is sure to enjoy during an evening stroll after dinner. When you return, go into either one of the serene bedrooms and cuddle into the plush bedding for another restful night of sleep.

-- THE LOCATION --

The Indian Rocks Beach Nature Preserve has a boardwalk that winds through lush mangroves. McGough Nature Park is 1.6 miles away and is home to dozens of native species you can encounter up close.

Pier 60 in Clearwater Beach has great fishing, a park, and unbeatable sunsets celebrated with daily festivals. Located 9 miles away along the waterfront, Johns Pass Village is accessible by boat and car, and the quaint turn-of-the-century fishing village boasts over 100 merchants with shopping and dining.

Three miles from the house, the Florida Botanical Gardens offers an urban oasis with tropical flora and fauna. Busch Gardens is 35 miles away, promising hours of fun in the sun. Get out on the water in a rental kayak or a boat chartered from one of the many local guides to go deep sea fishing or spot some friendly dolphins.

-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a well-equipped kitchen, 3 flat-screen Smart TVs with cable access, free WiFi, washer and dryer, fenced-in backyard, lanai, provided beach towels, gas grill, covered parking for 1 vehicle, driveway parking for 2 vehicles and more
- Unbeatable Indian Rocks Beach location within walking distance of the water and with easy access to area attractions in the nature preserve, at Pier 60 in Clearwater Beach, Johns Pass Village, Florida Botanical Gardens and Busch Gardens
- Nearest Commercial Airport: St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (~3.2 miles away)

-- POLICIES --

Policies:
- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $150.00 per pet, per stay fee (maximum 1 allowed, 30-pound weight limit)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security camera, located next to the front door facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces
- Check-in is after 4:00 PM and Check-out is 10:00 AM. If you would like to check in earlier or later, we suggest you book the day before or the day after so that you can start your vacation as early as possible. Early check-ins and late check-out are not possible due to the cleaning schedule, so please plan accordingly.

In 2006 Max and Rita were on business in Indian Rocks Beach and fell in love with the sand, sun, and family-friendly vacation community of Indian Rocks Beach. On a chance drive down Gulf Boulevard, they stumbled onto what would later become their first property in IRB. Fast forward to 2022 and they have become full-time residents and own 6 properties in IRB, hosting families from across the world, and sharing their little slice of paradise all year long. Short-term and seasonal rentals are available and they invite you to experience the ambiance, community, and the people that made them trade in their New Jersey winters for the beach life that can only be found in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida.

Indian Rocks Beach, Florida

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In A keypad is available 24 hours a day to provide entry for guests
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 4
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Limited accessibility
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 25
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • Beach
  • Near Ocean
General
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Freezer
  • Pots & Pans
Bathrooms 1 Bath
  • Bathroom 1 – Shower, Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 1-4
  • Master Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
  • Bedroom 2 – 1 Double bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Satellite/Cable
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Beach Essentials
  • Walkable to Park/Playground
  • Private Yard
  • Outdoor Shower
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Family
  • Romantic
Attractions
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Paddle Boating
  • Boating
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Surf Fishing
  • Golf
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
  • Water Skiing
  • Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Wind Surfing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products

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Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 15 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 15 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.