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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

Redington Shores, FL

St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 min walk
Wahoo's Waterside Pub & Patio
1 min walk
St. Petersburg Station
20 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
38 min drive

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

This is one of the original beach cottages located in a quiet neighborhood in Redington Shores. This is a single-family home. NO shared walls with others. Nobody above, below or next to you. We have updated this cottage with upscale modern furnishings. You'll find everything you need in this 800sq ft. fully furnished, well-appointed single-family home. It is located just steps from a quiet white sandy beach. The locals consider it their "hidden gem". The owner lives in the neighborhood and is only a call or text away. The Castaway Cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. The master bedroom has a king bed with room for a Pack n’ Play, closet, TV and a half bathroom. . The 2nd bedroom has a queen bed, closet, dresser and TV. The living room has a full-size futon, sectional couch and TV. The kitchen is equipped with everything you'll need to enjoy meals at home. But if you prefer to go out, we have several local restaurants to try while you are here. Laundry facilities (washer and dryer), propane and charcoal grills are also available for you to use. An outdoor shower is located off the side door to rinse off after a day at the beach. Plenty of onsite parking for 3 cars. The beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, sand toys, and a wagon are in the storage unit located on the property for your use. The outdoor space with its large table and chairs is a favorite “hangout” with our guests. And if you’re into playing games, we have quite a selection of games for your use.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this holiday home's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
On-site recreation includes a playground
Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
Steps from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 8 minutes by car from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk

Updated beach cottage is literally steps from the sand! Check my reviews! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

MaryBeth

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms

Living spaces

Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Charcoal grill

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

Near the sea

Things to do

Bicycles

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher

General

Bicycles
Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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 Registration Number 2150

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Last Minute Fathers Day Deal! Castaway Beach Cottage

Updated beach cottage is literally steps from the sand! Check my reviews! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

The H.

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little cottage house

The house was perfect for myself, husband, and two little boys. The house had a pack n play, beach toys, and wagon for use. Being so close to the beach access was also a huge plus. Great walking distance to multiple places. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

7 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

I can not wait to go back! Very clean, comfortable and excellent location. The owner couldnt be nicer!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam J.

16 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Marybeth was excellent to work with! Everything was exactly to her listing and what other reviews have said. Very clean, short walk to the beach and just an all-around good experience!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

7 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Getaway

The Castaway Cottage is beautifully appointed, it is stocked with many extras, the outside living space is extremely pleasant, the beds are comfortable and it is very clean and well kept. The neighborhood community is friendly and the owner, MaryBeth, is quite hospitable, she is so kind, she is easy to work with and she is very accommodating. The sunsets in the evening were a delight and they were so easily accessible with the beach only a short walk away. My family and I are already planning a repeat stay on account of how much we enjoyed our time at the Castaway Cottage.

Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Pat H.

8 Apr 2024

Spring Break, 2024

Our stay in this cottage was great. Pictures were accurate and MaryBeth was great in her communications and ensuring we had everything we needed. We stayed over Easter weekend and hosted Easter Dinner with our friends and family that were also there for the week. MaryBeth made sure I had the crock pot I needed and the kitchen was full with anything you would ever need to provide a large meal. I am a nurse, so I am critical of the cleanliness of any place I stay, it would have to be spotless for me to give a high rating in this area. Only suggestion I would give is to consider stocking the home with a higher grade toilet paper. The location is perfect with just a very short walk to the beach and included with the home is all the essentials to make it easy to set up shop on the beach every day. Thank you MaryBeth for your hospitality

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie F.

17 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous place to stay!

Mary Beth was the BEST hostess we've ever encountered. She thought of absolutely everything we would need for our vacation - and then some. The place was well stocked with all you need - from shampoo, soap, sunscreen, paper goods, laundry soap, even condiments. She even left a goodie basket. Her attention to detail was amazing and we will definitely be back again next year. If you're looking for a place that is very close to the beach (just a few houses away), as well as close to local restaurants, this is the place for you. I highly recommend Castaway Cottage!

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

5 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach getaway

House and property manager were great! Everything was exactly as described. Host was friendly and helpful. Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Hostess was amazing. Great communication. Very well furnished and supplied. She thought of all the extras. Couldn’t have had a better time. Thanks.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W., Colonie, NY

24 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

We loved this cottage. The location was great. A short walk to the beach. The cottage was immaculate. It had everything we needed. MaryBeth, the owner was very accommodating. She was there for anything that we needed. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

16 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional

Our host was amazing and her place was perfect. She was available for questions and checked with us to make sure we had everything we needed. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. There were many extras including spices for cooking, well stocked with pans, dishes and every utensil you could need. Even had a welcome basket with snacks and coffee. Very short walk to the beach and great restaurants within walking distance. Great stay!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

14 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away from Home !

I Rent by the Month, this place was perfect with all the comforts of home. The house is located close to the beach and the surrounding area is safe as well as convenient with restaurants and a wonderful fish store just walking distance from the house. Perfect vacation would stay there again! MaryBeth is a first-class host and a Great person! Highly Recommended

Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal C.

30 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Post Christmas Stay

The property was a great location to the beach and family for our stay. The cottage was super clean, and the check in/out process was a breeze. It does not get any better!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dyan G.

26 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly amazing host, beautiful and well stocked beach cottage

The place was clean and well stocked with your everyday needs. There were even bandaids when needed. The host’s communication was amazing and she left a basket full of goodies for our family. The attention to detail and time spent preparing this place is very apparent and was greatly appreciated. My kids absolutely enjoyed the popcorn while watching movies at night. The beach is steps away, the beach access is on the same street! The beach was gorgeous and not crowded, just what our family was looking for. The nights were so peaceful here too. We will definitely be back. Comfortable for two adults, a teen and younger child. Our youngest really enjoyed all the games she keeps in the closet.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

8 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back!

We had the best time. Location was fabulous, home was everything promised and more! Marybeth was easy to talk to and made our visit truly pleasant. I have already mentioned her to other family members who are planning a trip to the area. Really, a great place to relax with your family.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elennora Z.

15 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

This was our first VRBO stay. MaryBeth was an among host she has thought of the simplest things like tape. The finer details are noticeable in this cutely decorated little bungalow. The house sits in a quiet little neighborhood with wonderful access to the beach. The area of Redington Shores is beautiful. We had great meals near by. We will be back to the area and will stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Cottage

Our stay at this adorable cottage was exceptional!! It is tastefully decorated and comes with all of the amenities you could need and then some. We felt right at home for this stay, which is just what my family needed. Loved that the cottage is so close to the beach and what’s even better is the access is a bit private, although public, that there were not the crowds you would encounter at Clearwater or St. Pete beaches. The host, MaryBeth, is very friendly and caring. She even texted mid-stay to see if we needed anything. We all agreed that this is definitely a place we would stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny T.

6 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and convenient

The house is fantastic, airy and very close to the beach. The owner made a great effort to ensure that our check in was smooth and she also checked in day to day. They also has everything you needed for the beach and for a comfortable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vrbo Bar Set HIGH

We were absolutely blow away by Mary Beth and Castaway Cottage!! Our first Vrbo experience definitely spoiled us. Everything that we would need during our stay was already there but Mary Beth checked in on us to see if we needed anything! The location of the cottage was perfect for a short walk to the beach and dining. We felt at home and we will be back!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

14 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Trip!

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage, very nicely decorated, very clean just all around a nice place to stay. MaryBeth was great with communicating with us with check-in etc. We're familiar with that area so our main goal was to be at the beach and the less than 5 minute walk was great! She had all the beach supplies needed for a great stay there! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

31 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The best beach getaway

My husband and I wanted to surprise my dad with a special beach getaway and MaryBeth made that dream a reality! Her beach cottage was perfect for relaxing, walks to the beach, and enjoying great local restaurants! The home is clean, so walkable, and the perfect retreat. She made the stay extra special for each of us and was so helpful the entire time. If you’re looking for a place to go to leave the stress behind and forget all your worries, this is it. MaryBeth is the best hostess and will help you make your trip stress-free! We will be back and will stay here every time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Best mini vacation ever

The cottage was a great choice for my family! We had a great time just relaxing all weekend at the cottage and down at the beach. We loved that Marybeth had all the beach supplies that we needed and that the beach was just a short walk away. The welcome snacks were definitely a treat after traveling and a quick zoo trip before we got to the cottage. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. It was nice to have the outdoor shower to rinse off in before going into the house after being on the beach. We will definitely be back at some point!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Creig K.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house, super close to the beach!!

Our family of 4 couldn’t not have found a better place for our trip. The house is equipped with everything you need for the beach except for food and drinks 😁. Mary Beth was a great host and can answer all your questions about the area. Thank you again and we’ll be back for sure!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

17 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

“Above Expectations “

Our stay at this VRBO cottage in Redington Shores was top notch ! Our host MaryBeth called me before our stay and was so informative and friendly . She greeted us the day of arrival and welcomed us to the cottage with a bottle of wine and an anniversary card as we had just celebrated our 47th . She texted us to see if we needed anything the day after arrival and a thank you upon departure Beyond gracious . The cottage was immaculate , organized , well to over stocked with supplies , even snacks for our enjoyment ! Beds were comfortable and it was absolutely perfect for me my husband and sister-in-law . A small family of 4-5 would be very comfortable. Plenty of beach chairs , umbrellas and a wagon to carry beach stuff . The short walk to the beach was so convenient We loved our stay here and will plan on a return visit for sure . We felt the rate was fair and competitive with those nearby . Thank you MaryBeth you are a wonderful host .

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary m.

11 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing cottage

My family and I decided to do a last minute spring break trip. As I was looking for a place to stay this lovely cottage jumped out at me for the dates that I needed. Wow, best decision ever! The minute I booked it, Marybeth reached out to ask if we wanted anything specifically for her to stock. She was lovely and was in contact with us the whole time. She has such an amazing personality and it came thru with how beautifully the house was decorated. The house itself was clean, well maintained and sooo cute. The beach access was literally at the end of the block. Everything was provided, from beach towels to beach chairs, coolers (which we took when we rented a boat for the day). There is so much to do, from restaurants within walking distance, to shopping at John’s Pass, to Busch Gardens or just plain sunsets on the beach! We loved it and we can’t wait to go back to this hidden gem of a space!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

8 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Don't worry about ANYTHING...........

Cause the CASTAWAY has EVERYTHING.......By far the best place that we have been to. MaryBeth was the best host you could ask for. This property is OVER STOCKED with everything that you need, (check before you go to the store shopping). Location was amazing and close to many restaurants that we could walk to. The beach was only a few houses away and was very quiet and the SUNSETS were amazing. Beach chairs, umbrellas, wagon and toys are there for you already. The outdoor open air porch was are favorite spot to hang out and grill. ( 2 grills) . Washer and dryer was a plus to have with unlimited Beach towels available. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION !!!!! Close to many stores, Johns Pass, Public, Winn Dixie and great Breakfast places (Sweet Sage Cafe) is a must place to check out. Marybeth was very helpful in giving us places for the best pizza and mexican. Can not wait to return to this SHE SHED (haha)

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023