Summary:
Welcome to Crystal Beach Sands in Palm Harbor, located just 1/2 a mile from Crystal Beach and minutes from Sponge Docks, This home is the perfect family vacation home. It is fully stocked and features a game room equipped with a pool table, air hockey, two retro arcade games & board games. Spacious living area for the family to relax. The pet-friendly house also has a lanai-covered Heated Pool with plenty of lounge chairs and a dining table near the grill area.
The Space:
🛏️ BEDROOMS & LIVING SPACES:
• 4 Fully-Furnished Bedrooms:
Master bedroom with private en-suite bathroom
3 Additional comfortable bedrooms
All rooms fully equipped for extended stays
Prime Location: Just a short 1/2 mile stroll to Crystal Beach and minutes from the historic Sponge Docks, our home offers the perfect blend of beach life and entertainment.
🎮 Ultimate Game Room Experience: • Professional pool table • Air hockey table • Two classic arcade games • Family board game collection • Perfect for family entertainment
🏊♂️ Heated Pool Oasis: • Comfortable heated pool • Covered lanai for shade • Multiple lounge chairs • Outdoor dining area • BBQ grill station • Perfect for year-round swimming
🏠 Indoor Comfort: • Spacious open-concept living area • Fully equipped kitchen • Smart TVs throughout • High-speed WiFi • Modern furnishings • Pet-friendly amenities
Perfect For: • Family vacations • Winter escapes • Extended stays • Pet owners • Beach lovers
Crystal Beach & Palm Harbor Neighborhood Guide
📍 Location Overview: Crystal Beach is a charming, historic waterfront community in Palm Harbor, Florida, known for its small-town atmosphere and beautiful Gulf Coast views. This quiet, residential area offers a perfect blend of beach life and local culture.
🏖️ Nearby Beaches:
Crystal Beach Waterfront (0.5 miles) - Quiet, local beach perfect for sunsets
Honeymoon Island State Park (10 min drive) - Rated #1 state park in Florida
Caladesi Island State Park (accessible by ferry) - Ranked among America's top beaches
Howard Park (5 min drive) - Popular for kayaking and paddleboarding
🍽️ Local Dining (Walking Distance):
Crystal Beach Restaurant - Fresh seafood with water views
Palm Harbor Brewery - Local craft beers and food
Thirsty Marlin - Popular seafood and drinks spot
Ozona Blue - Waterfront dining
The Sandbar - Casual beach atmosphere
🎣 Local Attractions:
Historic Sponge Docks (10 min drive)
Greek restaurants
Tourist shops
Sponge diving history
Boat tours
Downtown Palm Harbor (5 min drive)
Boutique shopping
Local restaurants
Historic district
Weekend markets
🎯 Activities & Recreation:
Wall Springs Park (5 min) - Walking trails and observation tower
Pop Stansell Park - Fishing pier and playground
Fred Howard Park - Beach and picnic areas
Pinellas Trail - Biking and walking path
Crystal Beach Fishing Pier
🏢 Conveniences:
Publix Supermarket (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1 mile)
Palm Harbor Shopping Center (2 miles)
Local coffee shops and cafes
Medical facilities nearby
🚗 Transportation:
Tampa International Airport (25 miles)
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport (20 miles)
Uber/Lyft readily available
Easy parking throughout area
Jolley Trolley stop nearby
👨👩👧👦 Family Activities:
Splash Harbour Water Park (10 min)
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art (15 min)
Palm Harbor Library (5 min)
Local playgrounds and parks
Mini golf courses
🌅 Best Spots for Sunset:
Crystal Beach Pier
Pop Stansell Park
Honeymoon Island Beach
Local waterfront restaurants
🏃♂️ Active Lifestyle:
Multiple golf courses nearby
Tennis courts
Yoga studios
Fitness centers
Water sports rentals
Guest Access:
🔑 EASY SELF CHECK-IN:
• Secure digital lock at front door
• Unique entry code provided before arrival
• Full property access including:
- Entire house (garage not included)
- Fenced yard
- 4 compact car driveway
Getting Around:
Car transportation is the best way to get around to nearby attractions and dining options. Also there is a lot of bike rental places and house is a block away from Pinellas Trail which is great for biking.
Other Things to Note:
🏊♂️ POOL INFO:
• Heated during cooler months
• Note: Temperature may vary in extreme cold
🏠 PROPERTY DETAILS:
• Single-story home
• Enclosed pool Lenai
• Parking: 4 compact car driveway spots
• Streaming services: BYO account login
🐕 PET POLICY:
• Dogs up to 50lbs welcome
• Other pets require host approval
⚡ IMPORTANT NOTES:
• Quiet hours 10PM - 9AM
- Please keep noise to a respectful level as you are in residential area with neighbors around. Excessive noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.
--**Florida Weather:
We are not responsible for Florida weather changes, any acts of God or delays leading up to or during your stay. Our cancellation policy stands at all times. We highly encourage for you to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking***
Bugs and Critters:
Please be aware that this is Florida. Leaving doors and windows open may result in bugs, mosquitoes, spiders, snakes, frogs and/or cockroaches entering the house. We do have a quarterly pest service in place. However, we do not give a refund for bug and/or animals found in or outside the property.
• Absolutely NO SMOKING INDOORS! This includes vaping and e‑cigarettes.
• No parties.
• No glass to be used by the pool area.
• No diving, running, or rough play around the pool. Swim at your own risk!
• Use the AC unit in the Game Room with the exterior doors closed at all times and turn off after use.
• This property sleeps a maximum of 10 people.
• The host will not be responsible for any liabilities, losses, or damages arising from the guest's use of the property's amenities.
• Starter supplies provided:
- 1 toilet paper roll per bathroom
- 1 paper towel roll
- Travel-size toiletries per bathroom
- Small dish soap bottle
