Spacious One Bedroom -The Sand Dollar Waterfront District

Fantastic stay!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Gulfport retreat in Florida! From the very comfy bed to the closeness to downtown Gulfport and dedicated parking, it made our stay perfect. The tiniest hiccup happened with the HVAC and the owner was immediately on it and rectify the situation with An a few hours. The kitchen was very well equipped and it was so peaceful at night listening to all of the insects sitting outside on the patio. Thank you for a completely awesome stay!

- Anonymous from seattle, Posted: 5/4/2023

Our Gulfport Stay at Sand Dollar
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the Sand Dollar apartment in Gulfport! We were only there for a week but it was ideal for us as it was a spacious, nicely decorated beach vibe place and it wa only a very short walk to the beach, restaurants and shops. The apartment was very clean and comfortable and although we did not do too much cooking the lovely kitchen had everything you need and more! We enjoyed eating breakfast on the porch, which had a nice tee top feel. Thank you Elizabeth for a very enjoyable stay!

- Anonymous , Posted: 4/2/2023

The Sand Dollar
The Sand Dollar was a great place to stay. Beautiful outdoor area that was very private. It was very clean and well stocked. The kitchen had everything you need to prepare a nice meal. The only downside of the kitchen is that it didn’t have a dishwasher. Beth was great with communication. The king size bed was very comfortable.

- Anonymous , Posted: 3/18/2023

Exactly as advertised
The property was exactly as misleading pictures or information.The check in and check out process was great.A GREAT fenced in area for the dogs.

- Anonymous from Waynesville, Posted: 3/14/2023

Guests did contact me to say that they wanted to correct their review to say that they meant that there was NOT anything misleading about the pictures or information provided in the listing. Hence the rating.

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Private Getaway
We had a lovely experience. Having two small dogs made the fenced in area very nice. It's very close to downtown Gulfport which was a plus for us. Overall it is nice. Two downsides, no dishwasher or garbage disposal.

- Anonymous , Posted: 2/19/2023

Charming apartment in the heart of Gulfport Waterfront district.
This one bedroom is a short walk to great restaurants, bars, shops, and the waterfront in Gulfport. It is charming, clean and well managed. We loved it so much we have already booked a stay for next year. Gulfport is a hidden gem, eclectic, artsy and fun. There is live music somewhere every night.
We look forward to returning.

- Anonymous from Sandefjord, Posted: 2/2/2023

Make this your choice!
Did you read all those positive reviews? Yes? Then just book this place because you will love it. This team has gone above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable. We have had the opportunity to stay in many home rentals and this one is in the top of our list. Thanks Splashy Ventures for making Gulfport a perfect vaca spot.

- Anonymous , Posted: 12/14/2022

très bien
L'appartement était tres propre. L'acceuil était très bien organisé. Vraiment joli, confortable et bien situé ( a quelques pas de plusieurs restos et terrasses). Près de l'eau ( a pied). Nous n'hésiterions pas a réserver de nouveau avec Elisabeth.

- Anonymous , Posted: 4/25/2022

Lovely Gulfport Hidden Oasis
This attractive, little apartment tucked away on a quiet alley in Gulfport was more like visiting someone’s home than staying in a vacation rental. The furniture, the kitchen amenities, the bedroom linens, the window treatments...all were high quality, nothing at all like some rentals we’ve been in that have been furnished by the Goodwill and haven’t been upgraded in years. Yes, it’s true that the entrance is on one of Gulfport‘s ubiquitous alleys that run through the middle of the city blocks. But, unless it’s important to you to sit on your front porch and watch people go by, this little oasis is extremely comfortable, conveniently located to Gulfport’s waterfront district, and well equipped — absolutely the nicest rental we’ve ever stayed in.

- Anonymous from Rehoboth Beach, Posted: 2/28/2022

Another wonderful holiday stay
Returned again to this wonderful rental. Close to the downtown and water front. Clean and comfortable. Private and comfortable fenced in yard. Great place to relax and enjoy to beautiful weather. Looking forward to returning again soon.

- Anonymous from Mondovi, Posted: 1/8/2022

Charming~walking distance to town~
Our second time staying here~ charming & comfortable accommodations ~ Everything you need & more~ Great location within walking distance to shopping, restaurants/bars & beach~ We had a lovely time as always! Our hostess Beth is the best & always there to help out & answer any questions~ We always try to book with Splashy Ventures when planning a trip to Gulfport or Treasure!

- Anonymous from Hayward, Posted: 12/22/2021

Comfort and convenient
This unit is a block away from everything. Loved waking up and hanging on the paved patio and walking to breakfast at Stella’s. We had everything we needed available to us during our stay. Gulfport is 100% dog friendly. We drove in from Ohio but could have easily enjoy Gulfport without a car. We are already making plans to return.

- Anonymous from Marietta, Posted: 12/7/2021

Perfect in Every Way!
The bed was soft, the kitchen was stocked, the amenities were plentiful!
It’s a great location, an easy walk or bike ride to the beach and the cute shops and restos that make Gulfport unique!
Beth is an amazing host and the info board screen displaying hee beautiful photos is very unique and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again!

- Anonymous , Posted: 11/28/2021

Perfect little getaway
We were very happy with everything about this property. The location was within walking distance to the pier and great restaurants. Beth and Terry were very welcoming and accommodating and I would recommend this rental to my friends. We really enjoyed the private patio and when we weren’t walking around Gulfport we loved hanging out there. We would definitely stay at this property.

- Anonymous from Bellefonte, Posted: 11/9/2021

Gulfport Get-away
We had an excellent stay at the Sand Dollar. Beautiful, clean property, and it is walking distance to everything. It's very private while still near all the action.

- Anonymous , Posted: 11/5/2021

gulfport getaway
it was great

- Anonymous , Posted: 10/18/2021

Most needed vacation
Awesome. Few blocks from the beach and also from a lot of restaurants and a dog park! Well equipped kitchen and a host focused on providing the best experience for your stay.

- Anonymous , Posted: 8/17/2021

Gulfport
Very good!

- Anonymous , Posted: 4/25/2021

The Sand Dollar in Gulfport
This is a small rental in an excellent area of Gulfport. If you want to visit Gulfport, you really can't stay anywhere better. Kitchen has absolutely everything a couple needs to cook at home. This rental includes nice extras like bicycles, a washing machine and dryer downstairs, ceiling fans, two televisions and a nice seating area which we enjoyed very much. We were within just a couple of blocks of shopping, dining, the library, and a small, clean park. We enjoyed the street market downtown while we were there. Just a great little rental.

- Anonymous from Dawsonville, Posted: 3/15/2021

Spacious and comfortable.
Spacious, very comfortable king bed, lots of closet space, nice kitchen, clean. Having Netflix was a nice plus. Close to all restaurants and activities. Located above a garage, with only entrance from an alley. We were unhappy to return home after dinner in the dark walking down an alley past trash cans and debris with a flashlight, and guests had to come down the alley to visit us. Sun porch had view of the alley. We felt isolated when in the unit. The patio and outdoor furniture needed an upgrade and hammock was too dirty to use. The patio was surrounded by 8' tall fences. The half bath was a toilet in the laundry room. Hostess was responsive and helpful. However, we left before our lease was up because of the location. We will not give a non-refundable deposit in the future without the exact address and location of a unit.

- Anonymous from Mineral, Posted: 3/4/2021

2 weeks at the Sand Dollar
Good place for one or two people and a dog. Clean, convenient, and comfortable.

- Anonymous from DECATUR, Posted: 3/1/2021

Great vacation location
Location was great-close to Gulfport, the apartment had everything we needed for a great vacation spot.

- Anonymous , Posted: 2/1/2021

Great stay!
We thoroughly loved our stay at the Sand Dollar. The area around is very cool. Would definitely stay again.

- Anonymous , Posted: 10/7/2020

Thank you so much!

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Very pleased
The Sanddollor was everything it was promised to be. We were very pleased with our stay.

- Anonymous , Posted: 7/22/2020

Thank you and we hope you enjoyed your visit to your old stomping grounds.

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Charming, comfortable, well appointed apartment
We stayed at The Sand Dollar for just over a week. We were super impressed by the well appointed kitchen, the comfortable bed and linens, and the convenient location to Gulfport restaurants. Beth is a pleasure to deal with, she is quick to respond and is very accommodating. We were impressed by the layout of the apartment and how spacious it felt for being a one bedroom. We felt very at home and plan on coming again.

- Anonymous , Posted: 5/19/2020

Wonderful, So pleased to hear it.

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Another Great Stay in Gulfport!
This is our second year at the Sand Dollar and the accommodations are as wonderful as our first. The word "cozy" is over (and mis-) used often in rentals, but this place is very comfortable, exceptionally clean, and located walking distance from trendy restaurants and recreation. We'll be back!

- Anonymous from Normal, Posted: 2/25/2020

Thank you Phil. See you in 2021.

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Home away from home
Rented to get a feel for the area....looking for that place I would want to come back to. Dug into the day to day...felt very comfortable from the get go. Very Bohemian laid back vibe, close to downtown St Petersburg which is lovely...Clean great restaurants warm atmosphere...Also St Pete Beach area lots to choose from,and water water everywhere!

- Anonymous from Brick, Posted: 1/16/2020

wonderful once again!
We have stayed at the Sand Dollar several times and always love this place. Clean, comfortable and quiet. We bring our dog and it's wonderful having the fenced back yard. Plus parking in the fenced yard. A short walk to the water front and all the great shops, restaurants and coffee shops. (the Golden Dinasours vegan deli and GulfPerks coffee house are the best.) Well stocked kitchen appliances and a Keurig coffee maker - even wall mounted shower gel and shampoo dispenser. Whene ver we plan a trip to Gulf Port we plan to stay at the Sand Dollar. Highly recommend this cute house!

- Anonymous from Mondovi, Posted: 1/11/2020

Relaxing Vacation Getaway
If you want a nice quite place to relax, this is the spot for you. Tucked away off an alley, your within minutes to many beaches amount other things to do on a rainy day. The only reason we gave it a 4 star was due to two separate occasions we came home to someone in our driveway getting things out of the downstairs storage spaces without being warned someone was coming over. Everything else, however was exactly what we wanted for a nice relaxing week.

- Anonymous , Posted: 1/5/2020

Fall getwaway
We have stayed at the Sand Dollar many times, in the spring and in the fall. Beth was very helpful when she moved us to Sand Dollar when it became available due to a cancellation. The unit was very clean and had everything you might need for cooking, grilling out on patio, or taking in the nearby resturants and night life. You will get a great nights sleep in the comfy king bed. The location is just a walk away to the main drag in Gulfport and a short drive to the beaches on the Gulf. If your thing is dancing, there is a dance hall (casino) with different themes nightly and lessons are available. I prefer to go sailing, there are many locations nearby to rent a boat or go on a afternoon or sunset cruise, a must do while in Florida. There are two bikes in the laundry room on the ground level, the area has a great bike/hike trail network or just ride around town to explore.
The only regret was having to leave our great fall getaway and to return home to the awaiting cold weather.

- Anonymous from Cincinnati, Posted: 11/8/2019

Beautiful property- perfect location!
Sand Dollar is a beautiful second floor apartment that gives a wonderful view of Gulfport! No worries about downstairs neighbors as 1st floor is storage for the properties. Sand Dollar has everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Beth does an excellent job making sure everything is perfect. The location is an easy walk to the beach, pier, shops, and an assortment of awesome restaurants. Gulfport is a small and friendly town that has managed to stay unique amongst the over developed beach towns. It is also just a short drive to Fort DeSoto which boasts a terrific dog beach that our pups always enjoy!
All of Beth's properties are beautiful and incredible well maintained. We have rented from her for over 10 years and have never been disappointed! Sand Dollar is a favorite for it cozy charm and privacy.

- Anonymous from Lexington, Posted: 10/26/2019

A sweet, comfortable cottage
The Sand Dollar was all that the pictures showed it to be. It was clean and very well organized. Beth was easy to communicate with and followed up quickly whenever I had a question or concern. The bed and other furniture were comfortable and user-friendly, everything in good order but nothing prissy and off-putting. We look forward to returning next year. The location really worked. It was a 5 minute walk to the beach but far enough from the nightlife that we never heard the noise.

- Anonymous from Burlington, Posted: 4/16/2019

Wonderful. Thank you!

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nice rental
This is a very nice apt for vacation rental. The only con is that the driveway and entrance run off the large back alley which is very dark when walking back at night. We use Splashy Ventures vacations rentals for our Florida rentals and will continue to do so. I highly recommend them.

- Anonymous from Lawrence, Posted: 3/13/2019

It's quite easy to walk past one house and then walk down a regular street when walking to and from The Sand Dollar. It's not necessary to use the alley any more than that for walking or driving.

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Great Location
A return visit for us to the Sand Dollar. Once again we had a great stay. The location is just perfect to walk to everything. The property is clean and just right for a couple. Love the private outside patio area.

- Anonymous from Bar Harbor, Posted: 3/4/2019

Thank you!

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Great Layout and Location
We loved the Sand Dollar. We stayed for 3 weeks while our home was being renovated perfect for a couple or family of three. The kitchen was our favorite part!

- Anonymous , Posted: 12/22/2018

I'm so glad it you enjoyed your stay and I hope you are enjoying your remodeled home! You guys were great.

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Delightful place to stay!
We stayed at the Sand Dollar for 6 nights over the Thanksgiving holiday and enjoyed every minute! The location is great -- walkable to the shore and shops and restaurants in the neighborhood -- the place was beautifully clean. We found everything we needed to prepare our portion of the holiday dinner -- good pans, even a small food processor and a zester! And Beth, our host, was very responsive. We'd definitely stay here again.

- Anonymous from Flagstaff, Posted: 11/28/2018

Thank you. We hope to see you again.

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Wonderful Sand Dollar Vacation
This adorable garage apartment is a perfect getaway for couples. Perfectly located in Gulfport. Florida. You can walk to the fishing pier, soak up rays at the beach, find a funky shop, dance the salsa at the casino and grab a yummy meal at any of the fine restaurants. Clean and quiet and equipped better than your own house. This was our fourth stay and will be our go to place whenever we come “home”!

- Anonymous from Boiling Springs, Posted: 10/25/2018

I'm glad you're enjoying The Sand Dollar and your trips back home.

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Great place to stay
Adorable condo in Gulfport, perfect place to relax and enjoy the nearby towns while moving my daughter into Eckerd College.

- Anonymous from Potomac, Posted: 9/18/2018

Hopefully we will see you guys again when you come back to visit your daughter!

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5 stars all the way!!!!!
A darling vintage apartment which has been totally updated. Very clean and comfortable. Comfy bed! The kitchen has everything, and I mean everything, one could possibly need! Beth provides much info...on the apt., local interests, restaurants, etc. GREAT communication! Must eat at Pia's Trattoria! Wonderful Italian. Also, be sure to visit Mazzaro's Italian Market in St Pete. Fresh, handmade stuffed pastas. Great wine room, gourmet desserts, cheeses, etc! Thank you, Beth, for a wonderful stay!!

- Anonymous from Ponchatoula, Posted: 9/13/2018

It sounds like you hit a bunch of the restaurant highlights. And we're glad you enjoyed The Sand Dollar!!

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The Sand Dollar
Excellent location ! nice quit area .

- Anonymous , Posted: 6/2/2018

Thank you.

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Florida Vacation
Wonderful, relaxing, quiet, cozy , and well accommodated space! We loved the little sand dollar and if returning to Gulfport will stay again! This space met all our needs and more. The location was perfect, It was within walking distance to The water and Gulfport restaurants and shops.

- Anonymous from Tucson, Posted: 6/1/2018

I'm glad you enjoyed your return to Gulfport!

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Quiet and well appointed.
This is a cozy one bedroom apartment. The King size bed is very comfortable and they had cotton sheets which I really appreciated. The kitchen had everything we needed to make breakfast and more if we had been so inclined. The property manager was very responsive to any questions we had. Gulf Port is a funky town with a lot of variety in terms of the quality of the homes and properties. It is like stepping back into the 70's. In any case, this apartment is a cozy oasis to vacation in.

- Anonymous from No. Truro, Posted: 4/9/2018

We do love Gulfport's funkyness too!

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Sand Dollar vacation
it was a great experience

- Anonymous from Louisville, Posted: 4/2/2018

I'm glad you enjoyed your getaway!

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Fun cute little spot.
Was pretty awesome. Really enjoyed our stay family loved it. Great find.

- Anonymous , Posted: 3/23/2018

Thank you Sonny!

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Great Accommodations/Lovely Area
My wife, labrador and I had a great stay at the Sand Dollar. Very comfortable apartment (house) with a fenced-in yard which was very convenient traveling with our dog. The Gulfport area has many restaurant/bars, shops, and art shops within walking distance of the Sand Dollar, and the Tampa-St. Pete area has always yielded tons of attractions and events. Definitely recommend the Sand Dollar and its helpful property manager, Beth.

- Anonymous from Normal, Posted: 3/13/2018

Thank you Phil!!

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The Sand Dollar
My wife and I can't say enough about our vacation rental at the Sand Dollar in Gulfport. First of all, the communications with the owner was exceptional, extremely helpful and a wonderful list explaining all you need to know about the rental. 99% of your vacation needs are provided. The place was exceptionally clean and the location was close to all the scenic locations and eateries. Nice outside patio and laundry room. We highly recommend and will surely stay there again. Thank you Beth for all your help and hospitality.

- Anonymous from Lewiston, Posted: 2/18/2018

Thank you!

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Great Stay AGAIN!!
We love staying at the Sand Dollar. Such a warm and nice place, bright and clean! Plus a nice backyard to enjoy reading, eating or just relaxing in the sun. We have been staying here for several years during the holiday/winter break - we were pleasantly surprised at all the new renovations in this wonderful place. Plus the people of Splashy Ventures are always so friendly! So close to the downtown, restaurants, waterfront, shops and Tuesday Market! Love this Place!!!

- Anonymous from Mondovi, Posted: 1/18/2018

It was wonderful seeing you again, even if only for one night of Mexican Train!

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Great getaway!
Comfortable and good location.

- Anonymous , Posted: 12/9/2017

Thank you!

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Great getaway, close to everything
The rental unit was as shown in the pictures, unit was very clean. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could possibly need, except no dishwasher (that was me). I had trouble finding the unit when we first arrived, we drove right by the gated driveway when we went down the alley opposite of the directions. The unit is only 2 blocks to the heart of Gulfport, seemed like something was going on everyday. So many shops, restaurants (loved The Neptune, great Greek food), bars (O'Mallys), beach volleyball, beach with swings, kids play ground, public library (free internet access), community theater, dancing, free live entertainment, you name it, they have it all.
I would recommend the unit for couples and possibly with a family of 4 with small children. I plan to stay at the Sand Dollar again if unit is available on our next visit to the Tampa Bay area.

- Anonymous from Cincinnati, Posted: 11/9/2017

Thank you so much. And we love Neptune too!

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Awesome Sauce
Awesome little one bedroom located near bars and restaurants, easy access, all walking distance. This was a perfect space for my boyfriend, myself, and our small dog. Perfect place to stay for a few days to check out the west coast, I would definitely recommend this place!

- Anonymous from Palm Beach Gardens, Posted: 9/22/2017

Thank you so much!

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Perfect location.
Excellent location, close to restaurants and shops.Extremely nice accommodations. We will be back again.

- Anonymous from Jacksonville, Posted: 8/14/2017

See you soon!

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Nice place off the main road
The unit was nice and well laid out. Location was OK, walking the back lane after dark does require a flashlight, fortunately the cell phone does well. I will add that although it is technically a couple blocks from the beach, it is not a beach you can use due to sea grass and a high tide that covers the sand to the seawall.
There is no real view from the property due to treas and other houses, but it is a garage apartment, so I was not expecting much.
Local swim and sun beaches are 20-45 min's drive time.
The local food is very good mostly, and there are several fine pubs and dining locations within a short walk. I don't recommend sitting on the street side tables, we were bothered by drunks on two occasions.
Safety and security are OK, but there is no smoke alarm that I saw in the laundry room and the bed room fire escape stair is rusted out with noticeable holes in several treads. We did find a fire extinguisher in a closet in the last day while looking for a vacuum.

Note for property manager: recommend you contact the local fire inspector for a walk through to ensure all codes are met. Also, the tax/license card in the guest binder is for the other property, the Dolphin House.

- Anonymous from Green Cove Springs, Posted: 7/16/2017

I'm sorry there were a couple of issues while dining streetside at local restaurants. I've been dining out and streetside in this area for 15 years and never had one h incident. It definitely is not the norm. The alley way can be dark but you can also walk out the back and cut over and dart out to 53rd street and walk down it to the waterfront area on a regular street route. We will check on the smoke detector in the laundry room. The tax/license card in the guest binder is for Splashy Ventures and covers all the properties we manage (all are registered under our umbrella), although the way the licensing works Dolphin House is used as the "face" of all the properties. Stair treads on the fire escape have been checked! While we don't leave the fire extinguisher sitting out, in our arrival email we do advise guests to locate both the fire extinguisher and first aid kit upon their arrival, just in case!

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Kids camp
Great stay perfect location to Ekord College

- Anonymous from Lutz, Posted: 6/26/2017

Thank you Paul!

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The Sand Dollar
Very well-run operation. Clean, well-appointed, easy check-in/access. Location has that perfect balance of closeness to waterfront bars/restaurants and quiet off-street privacy. We have stayed in many rental units in Gulfport and this one ranks as one of our favorites. Thanks for an enjoyable vacation experience!

- Anonymous from Melbourne, Posted: 5/25/2017

Come back anytime!

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Loved the Sand Dollar!
We really enjoyed our time at the Sand Dollar. We were visiting my daughter at Eckerd College in St. Pete and Gulfport is a nice alternative to the busy St. Pete Beach area. It's great to be able to walk around town and we especially appreciated how dog-friendly the place is. Sand Dollar was the perfect size for a couple and one small dog, with a nice restful gated yard to enjoy. It had everything we could want or need and was very comfortable and clean.

I'm not sure I could recommend this for more than 2 or maybe 3 people, as the second bed is a sofa bed and the only bath is off of the bedroom, but for a couple, it was wonderful. We'll definitely try to stay again sometime!

- Anonymous from South Haven, Posted: 5/23/2017

Thank you Cindy!

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Relaxing stay at Sand Dollar
We had a wonderful stay at Sand Dollar apt. It was a hidden gem in the quaint town of Gulfport, Fl. I grew up here and love to come back to visit. It is in a great location with easy access to many places. I found it to be clean and well stocked with almost everything you could need. There are many great restaurants in the area. I love Habana Cafe which is right down the street. I hope we can come back for another stay!

- Anonymous from Raleigh, Posted: 5/18/2017

Picadillo at Habana! Yum!!!

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Conveniently Close to Gulfport
All was neat and tidy, clean, plenty of towels, pillows, and the kitchen was very well equipped on this self catering unit. Loved the added security of being able to close the driveway gates at night.

- Anonymous from Harvard, Posted: 5/4/2017

Thank you for your kind comments!

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A Nice Florida Vacation
A private and well appointed living area located on the second floor behind the primary home with a privacy fence and large courtyard to park your car and relax outdoors. Located in a quaint neighborhood with the friendly Gulfport community only a block away.

- Anonymous from Spokane, Posted: 4/10/2017

Thank you.

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House of Charactor
It was great having all the kitchen stocked with utensils and everything else. Very private driveway and plenty of parking. If you want a place with character, this is the perfect place. Close to the water and beach St.

- Anonymous from Saint Petersburg, Posted: 3/25/2017

We're very happy you enjoyed it!

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March 9-14th stay
We flew into Orlando and drove to Gulfport at night. It was a little tricky to find the place because of the alleys, but after that everything was great. It was very nice to have the keypad on the door. We also had everything we needed. We were in town for the Grand Prix, so we were close enough to downtown to easily drive or Uber. A couple nights we ate on the strip a few blocks away. It was a much more relaxing experience than a hotel! Everything else from the weekend was great and if we do come back again, we'll likely look this place up first! Thanks!

- Anonymous from Blaine, Posted: 3/16/2017

Thank you John.

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Gre
Great time away from cold snowy Michigan to a warm and sunny month in Gulfport Florida.

- Anonymous from Lowell, Posted: 3/8/2017

Thanks John!

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Mellow Week
We had a great 1 week stay at the Sand Dollar. Loved the location, easy walk for cocktails or dinner in Gulfsports many varied restaurants. Pia's was our faviorite .We also liked to spent time in the very private outdoor patio with it's beautiful palm trees.

- Anonymous from Bar Harbor, Posted: 2/1/2017

See you next year!

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LOVE THIS PLACE!!
We keep coming back to the Sand Dollar. It's the perfect place for the two of us and our dog. Bright and airy, private fenced back yard. Only a block from the water front and from the downtown area. Art walks, Fresh Markets, cute restaurants and coffee places. Fully furnished, everything you need in the kitchen and laundry room. Always clean when we arrive, owners are so friendly and willing to do what ever we need to make our stay perfect - great customer service. A+ rental!

- Anonymous from Mondovi, Posted: 1/21/2017

Way too little time seeing you this year!

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Fantastic Hidden Getaway
Wonderful, superbly maintained apartment blocks from Gulfport Beach. Perfect vacation spot for a single person or couple!

- Anonymous from Erie, Posted: 12/26/2016

We hope to see you back if your house hunting permits!

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Great location
We spent 4 nights at The Sand Dollar and found it to be a perfect location with lots of privacy. The apartment was very cute with everytging we needed. We never cooked or grolled there, but it seemed to have everything you would need

- Anonymous from Delray Beach, Posted: 11/3/2016

I do love the quiet and convenient location too!

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Sand dollar time!
This our third time at the sand dollar. This time for my 50 high school reunion. Go Bogie Pirates! Had a fabulous time. We love this beautiful apartment. It has everything you can imagine. Close to wonderful shoppes and restaurants. Feels like home. Highly recommend for a couple .

- Anonymous from Boiling Springs, Posted: 10/29/2016

Thank you Diann!

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Wonderful Stay
Just returned from a month long stay in Gulfport at the Sand Dollar. It was just about perfect. The apartment was spotless, well appointed, quiet and in a great location. Would recommend it highly to anyone looking for a laid back, Old Florida vacation.

- Anonymous from Erie, Posted: 10/9/2016

Thanks Melissa! We hope you'll keep coming back until you find your own place! Beth

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SUPER COMFORTABLE = PRIVATE
My boyfriend and I enjoyed this place very much
everything there, lots of room and comfortable
bed. We will request this place for our next
stay.

- Anonymous from Largo, Posted: 9/14/2016

Thank you Callie!

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Nice Apartment
The facility was nice, but location was not adjacent to beaches.

- Anonymous from River Ridge, Posted: 7/29/2016

The Sand Dollar is a couple of blocks to the neighborhood beach and a few miles to St Pete Beach, Pass-A-Grille and about 20 minutes to the beaches at Fort DeSoto.

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Cozy hideaway
Wonderful time spent in this neat, comfortable hideaway. Close walk to excellent food, shops and market. Pet friendly and quiet.

- Anonymous from St. Petersburg, Posted: 7/26/2016

We love the quiet location too!

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Great Place
Had a great time at this rental. Everything well organized. Equipped with everything you need.

- Anonymous from Aesch, Posted: 5/25/2016

Thank you and good luck on the rest of your travels in the area!

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Key West in St.Pete.
I grew up in St.Petersburg and now live in the lower Hudson Valley of NY. The Sand Dollar and Gulfport provided an amazing homecoming experience. It's very much like a mini old Key West. The accommodations were wonderful. I highly recommend.

- Anonymous from Highland Mills, Posted: 5/13/2016

We were so happy to be part of your homecoming!

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The Sand Dollar Experience
I have never rented a property before, and I must say that my experience at the Sand Dollar for my wife's 30th Birthday was fantastic! The property was clean and located in a great location near the waterfront, beach area, and restaurants. We brought along our dog, which made for a great trip as many locations in St. Pete are dog friendly. I highly recommend taking your pet to Del Soto Dog Beach, which is about 25 minutes away from the Sand Dollar. The instructions and App provided by the management company were very useful to insure we would have a great stay. We hope to book the property in the future.

- Anonymous from Orlando, Posted: 5/4/2016

Hi Eric, we were so pleased to help with a good experience for your first time!

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Three days in paradise
Awesome property with everything you need. Totally convenient to everything local and within walking distance of park, shops, and restaurants. The locals were all vey friendly and accommodating and have never seen s place where your pets are so welcomed!

- Anonymous from Riverview, Posted: 4/23/2016

The area is indeed very pet-friendly. Gulfport hosts the state's largest pet rescue event each February as well.

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

March 2016
The Sand Dollar is a great rental. We stayed here before a few times several years ago. Great location. Bathroom has been updated and new appliances in the kitchen.

- Anonymous from Narragansett, Posted: 4/16/2016

I did not realize you guys had not seen the bathroom updates. I bet that was a nice surprise!

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

The Sand Dollar
We were fairly fairly happy with the place. Quaint, artsy part of town. Driving distance to beaches, shopping, etc. The place itself needed a real good housecleaning though. Had been just surface cleaned so was due for some real good cleaning. Sofa bed needs replacing.

- Anonymous from Milton, Posted: 2/2/2016

We did replace the sofa bed with brand new sofa (not a sleeper) plus an EZ bed. That way both the sofa and the temporary extra bed are comfortable. Thanks for bringing the problem to our attention.

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Sand Dollar VRBO
We had a very nice stay there. We liked the electronic lock system. Not keys to get or lose. Nice quiet place. A bit difficult to locate the right alley at night. Good WiFi and TV. Large kitchen.

- Anonymous from Poway, Posted: 1/14/2016

Thank you Michael. There is a light stays on by the entrance to the property and another light that is motion activated when you pull it, but we will add another light on the back of the building for nighttime alley navigation. Thanks for the idea. Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Wonderful
I wish this rental was my house!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

- Anonymous from Chicago, Posted: 12/24/2015

This might just be the nicest comment someone has ever made! Thank you Jean! Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Cozy and quiet retreat
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay in gulfport. This property was accessible to downtown Gulfport and all of its restaurants, which are all phenomenal. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for relaxing place to kick off there shoes and enjoy time away.

- Anonymous from Tampa, Posted: 11/22/2015

Thank you Nathan, I hope your trip was as productive as it was enjoyable! Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

The perfect vacation. For us
The Sand Dollar was a first for us, it was a great spot,quiet,,fenced in yard,,everything you needed was right there, walked to beach restaurants and bars were open for breakfast,lunch and dinner. Clean an we'll maintained.Beth was great any question I had she was ready to help..would recommend to anyone, loved it there

- Anonymous from Port Penn, Posted: 11/21/2015

Thank you and we hope to see you back - maybe again this fall? Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Wonderful!
Had a wonderful stay at the Sand Dollar. It was as nice as the pictures. Very well equipped. Excellent for a couple. Looking forward to staying there again.

- Anonymous from Boiling Springs, Posted: 11/3/2015

We love hosting former area residents. Come again anytime. Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Cozy Convenience & Unbeatable Location
Bringing pets on vacation is almost impossible nowadays due to the limited accommodations catering to them, but this short-term rental property solves all of your problems. Having 3 dogs ourselves, it was the first time we were able to bring them with us. Not having to worry about who will take care of them while we are away meant the world to us and Beth (the property manager) even waived the pet fee for our 15-lb. dog! The location is a block away from O' Maddy's and Salty's, there's ballroom dancing during the weekends at the Gulfport Casino and then the beach! The place was fantastic and I cannot rave about it enough. We plan on coming back soon.

- Anonymous from Orlando, Posted: 9/11/2015

Thank you Jonathan, please come back with the whole crew again! Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Comfortable Retreat in Gulfport
What a wonderful, super comfortable apartment! Great location in a quiet neighborhood just two blocks from restaurants and shops! Love the king size bed and walk-in closet. The bathroom has a cart where you can put all your toiletries, so the sink doesn't get cluttered. A very well stocked kitchen is perfect for preparing meals. Chairs, tables, a hammock, and a grill are outside in a lovely outdoor space. There is also a washer and dryer downstairs. I hope to return because it was just lovely!

- Anonymous , Posted: 8/15/2015

Thank you for staying with us Sue and thanks for letting us know which amenities you found useful. Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

A Haven
Quiet, comfortable, lovely! We had a wonderful time at Sand Dollar. The property is charming and has everything you could need. Great location, close to the art district. When we weren't at the beach, we were walking the neighborhood with our dog who was welcomed at many businesses and restaurants. Look forward to visiting again.

- Anonymous , Posted: 8/5/2015

Thank you Heather. The location near the Art Village and waterfront make it easy to walk to many things. And most local business welcome pets with water bowls and, sometimes, even doggie treats! (With parental approval of course.)

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

staying at Gulfport
staying in the sand dollar was great!we lovedthe roominess of the house and we also love Gulfport.the only thing that I would change would be to stay longer next time.

- Anonymous from Ambler, Posted: 7/3/2015

We can help you with that staying longer part... Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

the Sand Dollar
We stayed at the Sand Dollar for 7 days in April - first time in Gulfport. It is a nice area mostly for adults wo children. The city is relaxing with few bars and places to eat out. the Sand Dollar was a niice place to stay. It is a decent size with fully equipped kitchen, living room, bedroom with pretty comfortable king size bed and bathroom. We traveled with a small dog as they allowed small pets. There were couple of nights when neighbors were loud outside but overall we did have a good time. We stayed at Pass A Grill before and the beach at the Pass a Grill was nicer but it was almost impossible to find anything unbooked the week we needed also Pass a Grill is more expensive. We would consider to come back.

- Anonymous from Columbus, Posted: 4/27/2015

Hi Darina, I'm pleased you found good value in your rental. I apologize for the neighbors' noise. We ended up staying here a couple of weeks after you and didn't note any issues, nor had we had any on previous stays. So most likely it was a rare thing. Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Very nice and very clean!
When we first pulled in we were a little worried that it wss not in a safe area because of the houses next to us. But it turned out to be o.k.Close to the town and the beach. House was very equipped with items we needed.

- Anonymous from newaygo, Posted: 4/19/2015

I'm glad you enjoyed it! One of the houses next door is undergoing a total makeover and it is finally starting to show on the outside! Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Nice little place
It was nice - full kitchen, though we didn't really need it for a 2 night stay. Loved the location to the shops/restaurants as well as the beach. Was nice to have beach toys for the kids. My only criticism (and this is due to me being new to Home Away) is the many instructions we were given. Unsure if that's unique to this property or for all properties. It kind of takes away from the vacation aspect a bit.....

- Anonymous from Blue Bell, Posted: 4/19/2015

Hi Theresa, I'm sorry you didn't find the instructions helpful but so glad that you enjoyed your stay. And we do want you to feel like you're on vacation! We've tried to address many of the questions guests frequently ask as well as many of the issues that come up by putting that in the arrival/departure instructions. We realize that it isn't easy walking into a new home and knowing where everything is or how to turn things on. There are also many more "moving parts" in a home than in a hotel room, and while we try to be as responsive as possible it still isn't quite the same as being able to call the front desk if you have a question. We will continue to look for ways to provide necessary info as succinctly as possible! Beth

- Splashy Ventures staff, Posted:

Lovely stay at the Sand Dollar
Photos accurately reflect the property. Plenty of room for the 2 of us. Lots of small, thoughtful details throughout. Bright kitchen, well equipped. Property manager extremely responsive to questions/needs. Went above and beyond to get us the waiver to use the bikes, a nice amenity. Definitely an "old Florida" style area. Relaxed and safe neighborhood--this property much nicer than many others. Gulfport is in a central location to visit surrounding areas. Loved the music at the Sea Hag, Treasure Island; Frenchy's in Clearwater, sunsets at Brass Monkey in Pass-a-Grille. Chihuly museum (art glass) in downtown St Pete well worth a visit. Thanks for everything!

- Anonymous from Cincinnati, Posted: 2/16/2015

Charming guest cottage
Great location, clean and well equipped.

- Anonymous from Chesterfield, Posted: 2/11/2015

Great spot !
Quiet location with alley access -walking distance to O'Maddys and "downtown" Gulfport.

- Anonymous from New Hartford, Posted: 2/9/2015

Another wonderful stay at the Sand Dollar
This is our 4th year staying at the Sand Dollar and once again it was wonderful. Very clean, with everything you need to just "move in" and enjoy your stay. The main street is just a block away, you can walk to any number of fantastic restaurants, weekly fresh market, Art Walk and so much more. Cozy, clean and inviting - the Sand Dollar is the perfect place to enjoy your Gulfport getaway. I would highly recommend renting this cute place, and Splashy Ventures is always ready to make it a welcome place for you. Plus the pet friendly and private back yard is perfect for traveling with the fur kids!

- Anonymous from Mondovi, Posted: 1/22/2015

Gulf Port Idyllic
Convenient for visiting Tampa,St.Petersberg, Fort Desoto Beach, Gulf Port Beach-serine,refreshing, great sunrise & sunset experience. Sundial well appointed especially the charming kitchen. Will return!

- Anonymous from Boca Raton, Posted: 1/12/2015

Laid back Gulfport, Florida
Our recent stay at The Sand Dollar put us in the heart of the arts district in this wonderful, old time Florida town. The garage apartment was nicely remodeled retaining many original architectural features. The lay out of the apartment was very nice for two adults, but the sofa bed could accomodate another adult or child. The bathroom is accessible through the bedroom. The bed is super comfy - very nice king size. The linens do need some updating. The bathroom is tight with no counter space. The shower is large and water pressure is good. The shower floor does need a good scrubbing.
The kitchen is separated from the main living area by a foyer and can be closed off from the sleeping area. Appliances are nice, but no dishwasher. All other needs for cooking are provided. The dining area is adjacent to the kitchen and is very cozy. Love the "built-in " ironing board.
The a/c is central and works well. Management asks that windows not be opened.
The apartment entrance is up an outside flight of stairs and would not be suitable for handicapped. The yard is lovely, beautiful landscaping and privacy fence. The utility room is downstairs and has an onsite washer and dryer. Beach chairs are in the utility room The "second" bathroom is in the utility room - only a toilet. Parking is tight and requires backing in and out of an alley with a garge across the street. Check with the owner if you have a large vehicle for optional parking.
The neighbor's dog is an alarm clock set for 5:30 am. But he is only noisy for a few minutes. We had to get going early anyway.
Signs and notes are left everywhere about keeping the unit clean. The "cleaners" have a limited list of chores they will provide. We stripped the bed and started the load of towels before leaving. Also, washed all dishes and dried and put them away. The cleaning fee is a bit high, but it wasn't a big deal.
I would recommend this property if you are looking for a lot of privacy and a comfortable

- Anonymous from Slidell, Posted: 12/31/2014

Title
Great

- Anonymous from Titusville, Posted: 12/3/2014

Family getaway
We rented the Sand Dollar at the last minute because our previous rental was accidentally overbooked. Beth was great at getting us booked and reserved in a days time. The rental was small but quaint. Nothing fancy, but just enough for a family of 5 (3 kids ages 6,4 & 2 mos). My oldest 2 bunked out on the "springy" pull out sofa (luckily they're not fussy about those things) and my husband and I slept comfortably on the king bed. The laundry facilities were just fine but the stairs were a bit taxing in 92 degree weather. We attempted the beach just a block away on our first day. As native Floridians we were less than impressed with it. Extremely shallow, dirty and HOT. I guess late August is not ideal for Gulfport beach. We opted to drive to Madiera and Treasure Island the rest of the time. Had I known of Gulfports beach condition we would have stayed elsewhere. We enjoyed Johns Pass and ate only once at O'Maddys. The food was good and the staff very pleasant. If I had to do it over I would have stayed in Madiera beach, but that's just a preference and not a reflection on the Sand Dollar. Otherwise, we felt Gulfport was cute, quiet and pleasant. The ability to text any problems and concerns was convenient but it sometimes took an hour or more for a response. It did, however, make check out a breeze. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, dishes, etc. I overlooked the fact that it didn't have a dishwasher, so that was a drag. We did request an air mattress when my nephew came to stay a night but the pump was broken and we had to bunk my middle child with us. We were given a new one the following night. All in all, the Sand dollar was just fine for a family getaway.

- Anonymous from Valrico, Posted: 8/29/2014

Wonderful Summer Vacation!! 5 stars!
We spent many hours searching for the right property to stay at for our 10 day vacation in Florida. We found the sand dollar and was very impressed with the location and size of the house for our small family of three. It is exactly what is described. A 5 min walk to Gulfport beach which was so quiet almost a private beach which we loved!! We also spent many days on the gorgeous St.Petes beach which is a 10 min drive and from the sand dollar. The house is clean, comfortable, wifi and cable were great! The large king size bed was a dream to sleep on. Everything you need is in the house! We loved that it was quiet and not a party place as we went with our almost 2 year old son. I would recommend the Sand Dollar to anyone looking for a great beach vacation. We also went to Busch Gardens only 30 mom drive, Disney World which is 1.5 hours and a Tampa Rays baseball game, only 10 min from the house! We can't wait to go back to the Sand Dollar!!

- Anonymous from Toronto, Posted: 8/20/2014

Wonderful Place
Its smaller than the photos lead on but it was amazing!
Makes sure you read the whole packet of information the renter sends to make sure you park at the right house. Fully functional kitchen (pots, pans, cookware, towels, some seasonings, etc.)
Close to a beach recreational area but we spent most of our days driving to the beach (10 minutes away) I recommend a steak house (1200 chophouse) if you are looking for amazing food, great wine, and great service. Get there early and with an empty stomach (large portions and they WILL have a wait)
Doors have access codes to enter and exit.
Very secure location.
Very comfortable bed
Nice shower

- Anonymous from Marietta, Posted: 8/13/2014

Gulfport beach vacation
Very quiet comfortable and had everything we needed

- Anonymous from Brewton, Posted: 7/6/2014