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Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Madeira Beach, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hubbards Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Madeira Beach

A family-friendly stay in Madeira Beach awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a Smart TV are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park and Hot tub. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Madeira Beach holiday home include Splash Harbour Water Park and Upham Beach.

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Madeira Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hubbards Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Petersburg Municipal Beach at Treasure Island - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delosa's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sculley's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Beach Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Madeira Beach - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd

Don't want the crowded condo experience with noisy neighbors having condo parties & dealing with lugging beach supplies & groceries up multiple flights of stairs? Don't want to share a public pool with a bunch of kids peeing in it & whatever other germs they have? Don't want to be subjected to a crowded condo or hotel complex? Then this private, stand-alone three bedroom, two bath,1938 bungalow with a private combo plunge pool & spa, charming original cypress walls, & tons of amenities not offered at other properties is for you!

***UNIQUENESS OF THE PROPERTY***
This is one of the last original bungalows left on Madeira Beach from 1938. Most of the other bungalows have been torn down to make way for condos or multi-million dollar houses. The walls are pecky cypress. Pecky cypress is a rare and highly sought after type of cypress popular for the uniqueness in its amazing organic three dimensional textural character. Most people fall in love with it when they see it. These are from true old growth cypress that were cut down in the early 1900s and is estimated to be anywhere from 250 to 2,500 years old. There are still old growth cypress trees here in Florida as old as 3,500 years old!

We have taken quite a bit of time and effort to add touches to the bungalow that pay homage to the history of the bungalow. As you wander the bungalow, you will find many original pictures and advertising for Madeira Beach from 1938 (the year it was built), the 40s, 50, and 60s. We try to provide you a glimpse of what the bungalow was like back then as you are taken back in time with the advertisements for a completely equipped kitchen for $4 a week, a brand new deluxe car for $685 or a new house for $5,000. You will be able to read about the current events of 1938. Then you can start to feel yourself stepping back in time as you soak in the history. You can imagine how the previous owners used the collapsible walls to create open and closed floor plans. Therefore, it seems they were ahead of their time. So if you prefer a sterile condo, this is not the property for you. If you can appreciate the history of the bungalow with the pecky cypress walls, parquet flooring and the collapsible walls, then this is the place for you!

The kitchen comes with white shaker cabinets, pearl white quartz counter tops, mother of pearl backsplash, Restoration Hardware pendant lighting, capiz shell dining room chandelier, converted ship port holes for the main bathroom medicine cabinet, and tons of cool decor for the kids in the bunk bed room such as antique underwater demolition signage, sharks, blow fish, and so much more. You will be entertained for hours just checking out all the unique items in the house.

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https://www.vrbo.com/4879548 This is our 2 bedroom/1 bath 1951 retro blue beach bungalow right over the John's Pass bridge in Treasure Island.

The bungalow is located literally just 50 feet from the white sands of Madeira Beach. So you will be waking up to the sound of waves lapping onto the shore. Be in the center of it all, but with privacy in your own home that has views of the beach & the crystal blue water of the Gulf from the living room, dining room, kitchen & a peek-a-boo view from the back 45 foot by 13 foot deck. The 1st picture is your view of the beach as you look out the large living room widows under the elevated house that is in front of the bungalow. Please note that pictures 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 shows your view from the bungalow living room of the beach under the elevated house in front of the bungalow. The white floor area & pool in those pictures is the elevated house's private area. Your patio/deck area is 45 feet by 13 feet as shown in pictures 21-26 along with the plunge pool. Please read the entire description for more information.

***3 BEDROOMS/2 FULL BATHS***
Included in this 1,300 square foot beach house are 3 bedrooms (Bedroom #1 is a king, Bed #2 is a queen size bed for two people and Bed #3 is full sized bunk beds which can accommodate 2 people in each bed). The kitchen is open concept with a breakfast bar. As you can see from the pictures, pretty much everything was recently renovated.

***HUGE DECK WITH A PRIVATE PLUNGE POOL & SPA***
There is also a private 600 square foot deck off the back of the house with a dining table and chairs for 4 and 2 chaise lounge chairs for sun bathing or just relaxing as shown in pictures 24-26. We also have something that no other private house with beach views has that is less than $850 a night...a private plunge pool that is 16' x 8' x 50" deep that has an integrated hot tub for you to enjoy while checking out the beach views! Do you think it is gross to swim in a condo or hotel public pool with kids peeing in it and whatever else germs they have? So do we! So keep your family & vacation safe by keeping things private. This outdoor oasis is bigger than most condos! This realistically gives you 1,900 square feet a living space between indoor & outdoor! **Please note**, we ask that you respect that we have neighbors who live here year round & who live 10 feet away. I am sure part of the reason you are renting our property is for the privacy & peace and quiet of being in a residential neighborhood versus a noisy hotel or condo complex. So we just ask that the noise levels are respectful of our full time neighbors. We also have a local ordinance which governs a 9 pm curfew for commercial pools. All children under 18 must be supervised by someone 18 years or older at all times in the pool area. We appreciate your cooperation.

***AMENITIES - PADDLE BOARD, KAYAK, CARTS, PRIVATE WASHER/DRYER, BEACH UMBRELLA, BEACH CHAIRS, PLUS MUCH MORE!***
The property also boasts a fully equipped kitchen, smart flat screen TVs, Sling streaming TV & free high speed internet. All linens and kitchen utensils are provided. A private washer & dryer are available for your use inside the bungalow unlike the condos which you have to pay $4 per wash & dry your clothes in a dingy common area laundry room. We also include a laundry detergent saving you more money & making your stay more hassle-free! One parking space is included. Ask about options if you need a 2nd. We do also include beach chairs, beach towels, beach umbrella, boogie boards, & swim noodles for your enjoyment. Since we provide you items like beach chairs & umbrellas (most other rentals do not include the large umbrellas & beach chairs), you will save the $5 per day, per chair beach chair rental fee or the $15 per day umbrella rental fee charged on the beach! What's more is we are now including a beach cart to make getting all of your beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, coolers, toys, etc to the beach a breeze. Condos can't offer all these extras as they don't have the storage space for all these extra items. We also now are including one paddle board which normally rent for $100 per day. In addition, they are a high-end paddle board which coverts into a kayak with the kayak attachment. Kayaks also rent for roughly $60 per day. We also have a special paddle board cart so you can easily get them to the beach. So we save you tons of money in rental fees & laundry fees that can potentially cover the cost of your rental!

***LOCATION & LOCAL ACTIVITIES***
You just can't beat the location for convenience either as John's Pass is only 3 blocks away! It is within walking distance to several fine dining opportunities. Thus, you can easily make do without a car.

Historic John's Pass Village is only 3 blocks away with a host of entertainment options including; many great beach bar and grills, nightly live music, wine tasting, dolphin tours, jet ski rentals, parasailing, sunset boat tours, alligator petting exhibit, pirate ship cruise, & so much more. Dining options 3 blocks away are also plentiful such as Bubba Gump, The Friendly Fisherman, The Pirate's Den, The Rusty Anchor, Mad Beach Craft Brewing, Gators & more! Don't pass up the opportunity to take a stroll over the Madeira Beach Bridge for some great views.

***UNIQUENESS OF THE PROPERTY***
So a little more about the uniqueness of the property. It is one of the last original bungalows left on Madeira Beach from 1938. Most of the other bungalows have been torn down to make way for condos or multi-million dollar houses. The walls are pecky cypress. Pecky cypress is a rare and highly sought after type of cypress popular for the uniqueness in its amazing organic three dimensional textural character. Most people fall in love with it when they see it. These are from true old growth cypress that were cut down in the early 1900s and is estimated to be anywhere from 250 to 2,500 years old. There are still old growth cypress trees here in Florida as old as 3,500 years old!

We have taken quite a bit of time and effort to add touches to the bungalow that pay homage to the history of the bungalow. As you wander the bungalow, you will find many original pictures and advertising for Madeira Beach from 1938 (the year it was built), the 40s, 50, and 60s. We try to provide you a glimpse of what the bungalow was like back then as you are taken back in time with the advertisements for a completely equipped kitchen for $4 a week, a brand new deluxe car for $685 or a new house for $5,000. You will be able to read about the current events of 1938. Then you can start to feel yourself stepping back in time as you soak in the history. You can imagine how the previous owners used the collapsible walls to create open and closed floor plans. Therefore, it seems they were ahead of their time. So if you prefer a sterile condo, this is not the proper

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please review and e-sign Rental Agreement & Hold Harmless
A Security Deposit hold of $79.00 is applied to all rentals and is released 7 days after check-out if there is no damage.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: ALLOWED

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Stunning Beach Views Private Charming 1938 Bungalow John's Pass
Stunning Beach Views Private Charming 1938 Bungalow John's Pass
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

Yep, Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd is on St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, which our travelers recommend. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find water sports equipment.

Does Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd have a pool?

Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd has a heated pool and a pool.

Does Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd.

Is Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

No, Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beach View, Private Plunge Pool, Charming 1938 Bungalow Madeira Beach Gulf-Blvd Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 266 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bungalow has great charm, the host was very welcoming and the location was excellent!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sligtly but still a great view of beach and water from living room and dining area the place is awsome and host was very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming bungalow was perfect for a weekend getaway with friends. Fantastic beach access and easy walking distance to the strand of local shops and restaurants. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location great host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing will be renting again next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This bungalow was perfect for our Thanksgiving week getaway! Location was perfect, right on the beach and a very short walk to John’s Pass. Bob was very accommodating. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felipe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very kind and hospitable. The place was awesome; right by the beach, in a nice safe area, clean, and had a unique character due to its decor. I would love tor stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire property was exactly what we wanted a quaint beach getaway. Bob the host was outstanding and the property had everything we could ever think of needed.for our stay. Excellent getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Werner V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. The beach was awesome. Wesawa bunch of dolphins. The local area had a great atmosphere. Lots of surf shops and all sorts of great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Description perfectLocation amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

enjoyable stay

great spot on the beach, walk to John's pass and other restraunts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at the beach bungalow. It was wonderful to be able to walk out the door and be at the beach anytime of day. I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location- steps from the beach! This was a fantastic staycation. True old Florida bungalow. We would definitely stay here again. Bob is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cy S.

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

Great place to stay 5 stars

Everything was as stated: Very pleasant and great area to visit
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and even better host! I cannot say enough about the host, he made sure we had everything we needed and went way above any of our expectations when we had a huge delay in our flights. Property is amazing beach front with amazing beach and ocean views. The sand is but steps away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Great location.

Loved how close to the beach we were!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bungalow was great and right close to the beach which made our beach days super easy. Love that we didn’t have to clean up and strip down beds at the end of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer B.

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

Awesome Beach Stay

We had a fantastic stay at this beach bungalow. Highly recommended location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing

Owner Bob was awesome! Perfect location and the pool was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the beach! Clean the ceiling fans lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry T.

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

Charming Beach Bungalow

One of a kind beach house for this area - great owners - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024