Octopus Garden Heated Pool home near beach, trails, Clearwater

  • This captures the heart of rental. Warm and refreshing all year long.
    This captures the heart of rental. Warm and refreshing all year long.
  • With a beautiful stone fireplace. The Octopus Garden will draw you in, with its homey atmosphere!
    With a beautiful stone fireplace. The Octopus Garden will draw you in, with its homey atmosphere!
  • This is a great space.Nice big table to have your family sit around. Many guest have it set up with snacks and plates for the pool area
    This is a great space.Nice big table to have your family sit around. Many guest have it set up with snacks and plates for the pool area
  • Really large TV to watch movies or sporting events.
    Really large TV to watch movies or sporting events.
  • Coffee station for the morning. Galley kitchen to prepare meals.
    Coffee station for the morning. Galley kitchen to prepare meals.
  • Knives, spice rack, and cutting board to help prepare your meals.
    Knives, spice rack, and cutting board to help prepare your meals.
  • With all the updated appliances.
    With all the updated appliances.
  • Reading area near the pool.
    Reading area near the pool.
  • Primary bed room set up for remote working. Just bring your laptop. Work from sunny Florida!
    Primary bed room set up for remote working. Just bring your laptop. Work from sunny Florida!
  • Washroom done in the Octopus Garden style!
    Washroom done in the Octopus Garden style!
  • Large TV in both bed rooms. Its the little amenities that set us apart.
    Large TV in both bed rooms. Its the little amenities that set us apart.
  • Second bedroom is roomy and nice.
    Second bedroom is roomy and nice.
  • Just bring your laptop, and work remote.
    Just bring your laptop, and work remote.
  • Laundry room has full size LG washer and dryer!
    Laundry room has full size LG washer and dryer!
  • We will leave your beach equipment for you.
    We will leave your beach equipment for you.
  • Laundry room equipped with a utility sink.
    Laundry room equipped with a utility sink.
  • You need this!
    You need this!
  • Nestled into a beautiful Florida neighborhood.
    Nestled into a beautiful Florida neighborhood.
  • This vacation home is set up for fun!
    This vacation home is set up for fun!
  • Butterfly gardens in front with soothing water feature.
    Butterfly gardens in front with soothing water feature.
  • You will feel welcome as soon as you walk down towards the front.
    You will feel welcome as soon as you walk down towards the front.
  • Please come and visit!
    Please come and visit!
  • You will absolutely love this Beatles themed vacation home.
    You will absolutely love this Beatles themed vacation home.
  • Nice relaxing pool area, after a day at the beach.
    Nice relaxing pool area, after a day at the beach.
  • Enjoy your privacy, in this wonderful space!space
    Enjoy your privacy, in this wonderful space!space
  • Watch out for butterflies, at the butterfly garden.
    Watch out for butterflies, at the butterfly garden.
  • This is a great relaxing space to read, float and spend time with the family.
    This is a great relaxing space to read, float and spend time with the family.
  • Lots of teak chairs, and beautiful landscaping. We  have set this cooler station for all your beverages.
    Lots of teak chairs, and beautiful landscaping. We have set this cooler station for all your beverages.
  • Additional  seating next to the out door bar.
    Additional seating next to the out door bar.
  • This bar is set up with full commercial electric outlets. Grab the bender! Great to blend up some tropical drinks!
    This bar is set up with full commercial electric outlets. Grab the bender! Great to blend up some tropical drinks!
  • Different view of the bar area at night.
    Different view of the bar area at night.
  • Lounge area at night.
    Lounge area at night.
  • Entry to your vacation home.
    Entry to your vacation home.
  • Free private parking spot. We have addional street parking.
    Free private parking spot. We have addional street parking.
  • Board walks in front, allow a nice view of the butterfly gardens.
    Board walks in front, allow a nice view of the butterfly gardens.
  • Part of the butterfly garden.
    Part of the butterfly garden.
  • From yhe driveway, into the butterfly garden.
    From yhe driveway, into the butterfly garden.
  • Street view with the guest parking.
    Street view with the guest parking.
  • This is the corner shot, looking across to the butterfly garden. this is right next to your parking spot.
    This is the corner shot, looking across to the butterfly garden. this is right next to your parking spot.
  • Straight shot from the street towards garden area.
    Straight shot from the street towards garden area.
  • I am Stephen Sawyer, and I will be  your host!
    I am Stephen Sawyer, and I will be your host!
$153-312/night
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • Sleeps 2-4
Internet Near Ocean Private Pool (more...)
This Vacation home is a Beatles themed "Octopus Garden" Villa. Splash into your vacation with our private, tropical inground heated pool, Cantina Bar and paver patio deck. Privacy is assured with an 8-foot horizontal fence enclosure. Pick your place to sunbathe, read, or view the 55 inch bar TV from our teak wood chairs and tables, or comfy chaise lounge seating around the 10,000 gallon pool. Reaching 8 foot depth, our Pebble Tec lined pool comes equipped with floats and games for your [enjoyment. Enhance the poolside experience with a cookout on our Weber propane grill while your beverages chill in our raised rolling cart cooler. Many resort style umbrellas are provided to keep you shaded.

Our kitchen is fully appointed to assemble an exquisite meal with stainless steel appliances, cookware, and utensils.  Quaint extras include a fully stocked coffee station, air fryer and blenders for your favorite tropical smoothies. Dine at our uniquely designed Octopus Garden seating area.

Relax in our spacious living room furnished with a large sectional sofa and 70 in wide screen Samsung smart TV. After a day at the beach, kick back with your family and congregate on the couch with a movie or one of our many board games. The fully stocked bathroom has your shampoo, conditioner and body wash easily accessible from our resort style dispenser. Turn your morning shower into a spa-like experience with an aromatherapy showerhead that distributes essential oils directly through the water flow. In addition to regular bath towels (replenished at your request), beach towels are also provided for your stay.

Two bedrooms, each with a queen bed and access to one full bathroom with an add-on bidet feature, make this home everything you need to take a break from it all.  The main bedroom has a large 55 inch widescreen TV. All the newly upgraded mattresses are super cozy, according to our guests. During these unprecedented times, each bedroom is equipped to assist remote workers with a desk and charging station.

Dirty laundry? No worries! Cleaning your clothes and towels is a breeze at Octopus Gardens with your private front-loading washer/dryer unit.                           

Avid bicyclists will be happy to know that the Pinellas trail is less than a mile from this home.  That trail runs north to Dunedin (Honeymoon Island Causeway & beaches) and Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks and the amazing Greek Village.  Heading southbound on the Pinellas Trail takes you all the way to St. Pete beach and Tierra Verde to Ft. Desoto Beach and State Park. If you'd rather go west to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, pop across the intercoastal waterway to Indian Rocks or St. Pete & Clearwater Beaches. Beach gear, Coolers, umbrellas, and chairs are available upon request with 24 hours notice. Beach bikes and scooters available at our rental store.

Not a cyclist? Heading to all these locations and more are just minutes away by car. This home is mid-point between St Pete and Dunedin, Florida. Looking to absorb some Florida/Cuban culture? Just cross Tampa Bay to the east and arrive at beautiful downtown Tampa and Ybor City. This location is 20 minutes from Clearwater/St Pete Airport (PIE) and around 40 minutes to the Tampa International Airport (TPA). 

Just to remind, this is not a party house. This is a family retreat.

Mary and I decided to get into the short term rental business when her father was having so much success in Folly Beach, South Carolina. After all, Mary and I tied the knot in Charleston S.C. outside of Folly. We had a Florida room with a bunch of exercise equipment, that was totally not getting used...lol. That's when we decided to build out the Pelican Pad. We opened up in April of 2019. It started right away, booking like crazy. Three months later, we opened the Flamingo Flat. One month after that, I put my notice in to my employer. We opened up our HSJ Hospitality business. We now have 5 places and co-host one. Couldn't ask for a better job, a better wife, or a better life!

Largo, Florida

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 4
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 21
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Near Ocean
General
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free Internet
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Pots & Pans
Bathrooms 1 Bath
  • Master Bath – Combination Tub/Shower, Shower, Toilet, Tub
Sleeping Arrangements 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 2-4
  • Master Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
  • Second Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Satellite/Cable
  • Stereo
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lanai/Gazebo (covered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Bicycles
  • Beach Essentials
  • Private Yard
  • Fenced Yard
Pool/Spa
  • Private Pool
  • Fenced Pool
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Bay/Sound
  • Coin Laundry
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Eco Tourism
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Paddle Boating
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Bay/Sound Fishing
  • Surf Fishing
  • Golf
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Skiing
  • Water Skiing
  • Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Wind Surfing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
Expectations
  • Potential Noise
  • Cameras/Surveillance
Accessibility
  • Single Level Home
Season Rate
House with pool rate
11/1 - 10/31
Night
$153 - $295
Weekend Night
$153 - $312

Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 14 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. Fifty percent (50.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 7 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 7 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

All of our properties are integrated with "Beyond Pricing" program. The rates fluctuate depending on events, seasons, and demand.