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Rock Lobster 1 | Cozy Beach Cottage Steps from Treasure Island Beach & John’s Pass

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Beach nearby
Exterior
TV
Outdoor dining
TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 233 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Treasure Island, FL
  • Place, John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hubbards Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Upham Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Treasure Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Treasure Island (Sunshine Beach), you'll be steps from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 12 minutes by foot from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. .This vacation home is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Tampa Bay and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Vinoy Park.
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What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg Municipal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hubbards Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bay Pines VA Medical Center - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Upham Beach - 11 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delosa's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sculley's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pirates Pub & Grub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Beach Bar & Grill - ‬17 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.

Rock Lobster 1 | Cozy Beach Cottage Steps from Treasure Island Beach & John’s Pass

Rock Lobster 1 – Charming Cottage Just Steps from Treasure Island Beach | Cozy Porch + Prime Location

Welcome to Rock Lobster 1, a newly renovated, private coastal cottage just 180 steps from the sugar-white sands of Treasure Island Beach. This charming 1-bedroom retreat is perfect for a couple’s getaway, featuring a new queen-size adjustable bed, large Smart TV, and free WiFi for all your streaming and connectivity needs. Start your day with coffee or wind down in the evening on your own private front porch, soaking up the quiet coastal vibes.

This unit is part of a peaceful duplex, offering both privacy and convenience. Rock Lobster 1 is located just across a private boardwalk that leads straight to the beach, and it’s only a half-block from Gulf Blvd, where you can hop on the beach trolley and explore everything Treasure Island, FL has to offer. From iconic beach bars to local restaurants and live music, everything is within walking distance.

Looking for more adventure? You’re less than a mile from John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk, a local favorite filled with shops, seafood restaurants, jet ski rentals, dolphin cruises, and more. Book both Rock Lobster units for extra space and discounted pricing!

Key Features of Rock Lobster 1:
180 steps to Treasure Island Beach via the boardwalk

Private porch with seating for relaxing mornings or sunset drinks

Queen-size adjustable bed for personalized comfort

Large Smart TV + free high-speed WiFi

Short walk to dining, bars, and the Gulf Blvd trolley

Less than 1 mile from John’s Pass Village

Discover Treasure Island, Florida
Treasure Island, FL, is a beloved beach town on Florida’s Gulf Coast, known for its three miles of stunning shoreline, clear waters, and small-town charm. Whether you're looking to lounge in the sun, walk the Treasure Island Beach Trail, enjoy watersports, or catch a dolphin sighting, this coastal gem offers it all. Treasure Island is also centrally located near St. Pete Beach, Madeira Beach, and just a short drive from downtown St. Petersburg. Come experience why so many return to this beach paradise year after year.
• ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE UNIT
• ABSOLUTELY NO PETS IN THE UNIT
• Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
• Please abide by pool rules as posted if applicable to include but not limited to: No glass containers at the pool area; no large floats or rafts. Please use the pool at your own risk.
• The use of roller skates, roller blades, in-line skates, and skateboards is strictly prohibited in the building walkways, sidewalks, parking ramps and garage.
• Keep balconies and walkways clear. No towels, clothing, umbrellas or other items are to be hung from railings or balconies.
• Barbecuing or grilling on balconies is allowed with an electric grill ONLY.
• Do not feed seagulls from the property.
• Park in assigned space for your unit. All vehicles must have parking permits displayed. Vehicles without a parking permit displayed are subject to towing at renters expense.
• Please be considerate of your neighbors and keep noise to a minimum during the hours of 11pm -8am. This is a private condominium or home and there are year round occupants that live in the building. While you are on vacation, they may not be.
• All trash is to be bagged and placed in garbage chute or proper containers.
• Cars must be pulled into the parking space as normal. No backing into parking spaces.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 355 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

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Rock Lobster 1 | Cozy Beach Cottage Steps from Treasure Island Beach & John’s Pass Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy and Tim F., Hazlet, NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it

One house away from quiet beautiful beach.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

We ended up staying there for almost a week and we loved it. Great location, super helpful property managers. We will be coming back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small but Cute

Awesome location! Boardwalk was closed due to it being damaged probably from the hurricane. You do have to provide your own toiletries and the walls are paper thin. Lucky for us we only had one day of neighbors. The owner always responded within 15 minutes to a half hour! Very quick response time! They also allowed our friends to park in the lot as well on our beach days. Very easy checking in and out! The neighborhood was basically pretty quiet except for some dogs barking. All in all is what I expected. It was a nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicklaus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
This property is advertised as a Duplex. Be aware that there is a shared door within the property The shared door has blue painters tape around the door frame. It is easy to hear people in the next room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

chilli5269, Saint Petersburgm FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Stay

Cute place, great location. Highly recommend this get away location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kerstin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Eh

Property manager was very very rude when I made aware how uncomfortable we were with the see through glass door and window with no curtain. People can see right through. Plus can only lock the glass door by a hook anyone can open that easily and the code lock doesn’t lock my deadbolt has a deadbolt but doesn’t work. Only good thing is location and cleanliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agata B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem of Treasure Island

We loved our stay at the cottage. I don’t think there is a lot of properties like this left in the area especially for the price we paid. Small but perfect for a couple and very cute and cozy. Bed was super comfortable but wish there was a TV in the bedroom. Thankful for the free parking space behind the cottage. The best part was what it felt like our own private access to the beach since I believe only surrounding neighbors use it. I wish that the kitchen sink and fridge were bigger. No point for a full size stove if there is not enough room to store food or wash dishes. But we came to enjoy / go out and not cook so overall it’s all good. Loved the tree by our side of the cottage that gave us lots of shade during the hot / sunny days but wish all the leaves were cleaned out and the table and chairs were cleaner and in better shape so we could enjoy more. Loved the outdoor shower. So convenient! The living room door between the two units made me uneasy at times but since our neighbors were ladies, we were ok. I would get rid of that door if it was my decision. Overall, we love Treasure Island and the surrounding areas and we would definitely stay at the cottage again! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Natalie W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

I can't compromise on cleanliness ...

While the location is hard to beat at the price, I just cannot comprise on the cleanliness of the place. When I arrived I needed to plug a charger in, and the plug was behind the couch. When I moved the couch there was sand from previous renters, which I could’ve gotten over, but there was also about 20 dead bugs. It's not like the couch was super heavy and difficult to clean behind, so this of course made me question how clean the rest of the room was. A couple days later I was in the living room and started to walk back to the bathroom when I spotted a roach on the wall. This was my second time staying here, and I didn't mention the bugs last year because I thought maybe I was being critical, so I decided to stay here again this year and was just disgusted by the lack of upkeep. I was nervous going to sleep thinking that there would be bugs in the bed, or crawling into my bags. I don't know why I had to pay a cleaning fee when the apartment wasn't cleaned to me, and probably won't be for the next guest. I ended up leaving a day earlier because I just couldn’t take the bugs anymore. If you don't mind the cleanliness and bugs, and are looking for a small place in close proximity to the beach. Then this might be your place, however after two consecutive stays and experiencing the same thing, that's not something I personally am willing to comprise on. Check-in is easy, location is great, cleanliness and upkeep definitely has all the room to improve.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage

Stay was great. Had an issue where I was given the wrong door code initially but with a quick call I was given the correct number and got in. You may want to update the description for Rock Lobster 2 as it says it has a new Queen bed and it is not a queen bet it's a double. The listing says "The unit can sleep up to 2 people on a new queen-size adjustable bed." in the description. We would have stayed regardless but for someone else they may be upset to find a double bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Steve

Really enjoyed our stay, it was a great location, nice and close to beach and walking distance to John’s pass ! Very quiet neighborhood and was very relaxing !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach cottage

Great location, plenty of parking, super clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Retreat

The location of this cozy cottage is awesome. You are literally five steps to the boardwalk and then at the beach. It’s very close to Johns Pass and many restaurants and bars. It had all the necessities for our nine day stay. There were not any beach chairs or umbrellas, but we were able to rent some for the week.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

fran n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location. So close to everything I would recommend this to any age group.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Path to paradise!

Cute little cottage. Very clean. Out the front door is the path to paradise. At the end of the path is the beach🤗
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location

Enjoyed my stay here. Steps to the beach which was great. Easy walk to John's Pass. All communications were prompt. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Carollyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Misinformed

The bungalow was lovely but apparently it was not the one we rented. We had to move after two days. Angie was very helpful in getting us relocated quickly. My only suggestion is to make the two listings at that address very clear. We would not have rented the other one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay..perfect location

Property was great, short walk to beach, had chairs, umbrella, and cooler to use. Perfect size for 2 people, cable box went out and they were quick to fix it. Could walk to John's pass and location was quiet and clean! Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We love the location of this property!

Second time we’ve stayed at this property and it will always be our #1 choice on Treasure Island! Close to the beach and John’s Pass, giving lots of options for activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Daniel W.

Loud

On our trip , me and my girlfriend were looking to have a relaxing time . It is extremely hot inside this rental , 3 guys roomed next door and could hear them partying all night . Someone (Idk who) came by one day and took a picture of us while sitting on the porch and left . Not a great experience. We drove 8 hours to just relax
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach vacation

We stayed at this place to be close to the beach. This place was very close and met all excited expectations. Would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property location was excellent, the property itself needs updated, and needs a bed not a futon.

Renting the property was easy. Wifi didn’t work and we could only get 1 channel on the tv. When I called about the WiFi, I was told I would get a return call but that didn’t happen. The futon in the bedroom was semi-comfortable but the futon in the living room was horrible for sleeping and we ended up using a blow up mattress instead. Also there were several tears in the living room futon and the blanket in the living room.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Could use a more comfortable bed for sure other than that it was great

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

June G., COEUR D ALENE, ID

Run down property

2 futons- 1 to sleep on and 1 to sit on, both in poor condition. Did not sleep much. It was fairly quiet for location but it is 2 units with paper thin walls. Sheets and towels clean but old dried up coffee down the side of the fridge onto the floor. Carpets very stained. No dish soap. Black snake outside went under the bungalow- yikes! Great beach access. Over priced for the condition of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

thomas f., USA proud

Liked: Cleanliness

treasure island gem

the stay was great the place is perfect for a couple and the location perfect the property manger was very nice and helpful !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Nice location. Loved 20 sec walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021