| overlooking the gulf of mexico, this relaxed all-condo property is 10 miles from pinebrook ironwood golf course and 12 miles from desoto square mall. parking is complimentary, as is champagne at a bistro next door. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a bbq grill. the 12 unfussy 2- to 3-bedroom units come with kitchens and washer/dryers, as well as free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and dvd players. all have balconies or decks, and some offer gulf views
Tampa International Airport 1 hr 7
Anna Maria Public Beach (5 min)
Family-friendly sandy stretch with gentle waves & sunset views, plus cabana rentals & a beach cafe. North Beach At Fort DeSoto Park (1 hr 5)
Vast white strand known for its broad tidal pool, sand dollars & a pirate ship-themed play area. Sunshine Skyway Bridge (36 min) Coquina Beach (15 min)
Long public swimming beach featuring picnic tables, cabanas & play areas, plus a casual cafe. Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge (1 hr 2)
Former military base is now an endangered wildlife preserve accessible only by water. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (23 min)
A planetarium, aquarium & history museum under 1 roof with dioramas & films. Manatee Public Beach (5 min)
Park featuring a beach, a playground, picnic tables, grills, bike racks, restrooms, showers & more. DeSoto National Memorial Park (17 min)
Nod to the famed explorer's landing site with living-history camp, exhibits, shore & nature trails. Palma Sola Botanical Park (18 min)
Landscaped, free-admission gardens with exotic plants, lakes, a playground & rental facilities. Bayfront Park (7 min)
Park featuring a playground, picnic tables, grills, pavilions, restrooms & more. Fort De Soto Park (57 min)
Beaches, camping, trails & a historic fort in a vast park spread over multiple connected islands. Skyway Fishing Pier State Park (41 min)
Fishing pier stretching across Tampa Bay offering sunset views & myriad species of catch 24/7. Bean Point (8 min) Bean Point Beach (8 min)
Peaceful locale known for its wide sandy beach, tranquil waters & stunning sunset views. Robinson Preserve (19 min)
Nature preserve with hiking & biking trails, picnic areas, a boat launch & observation platforms. | 
