A bit of old style Florida when people talked and sipped tea on their porch in the late afternoon. You're in the middle of the city but feel like you're out in the country. The house is surrounded by tropical, organic gardens. Most of it is edible, medicinal or a butterfly/bee attractor. Sunset House and Gardens is a certified wildlife habitat. It is not uncommon to see endangered Monarch butterflies along with native birds. We happily compost, recycle & upcycle. We utilize rain barrels and participate in soil restoration.
The Cove Sleeps 3 comfortably. There are two twin beds and a full size futon. I will accept four guests if at least two of the guests are children under 12. Although it has a separate bedroom, I consider the Cove a studio apartment due to its size. The building was built in 1923 and has 3 apartments in it.
While you're here you may see the infamous "Oreo" The black and white bunny that lives in the garden. She likes human companionship but doesn't like to be picked up or held. Her favorite foods are curly kale, ears of corn and crunchy granola bars.
The garden is not a traditional English style garden. I practice permaculture and a lot of the plants are native to the area.
I do allow pets but dogs must not be excessive barkers. There is a pet walk area on one side of the parking lot.
Non smoking-it is allowed on the porch and other outdoor areas,
Wifi, cable and flat screen TV
Free onsite parking
Comes with 2 beach chairs, beach umbrella and beach towels
The Kitchenette has a large convection toaster oven, two cooktop burners and a mini fridge with freezer, toaster, microwave and sink.
It comes stocked with coffee maker, utensils, dishes, flatware, pots and pans, basic seasoning and enough coffee to get you through the first morning.
The bathroom is stocked with towels, blow dryer, has a large walk in shower and comes with a complimentary basket of toiletries.
Pay per use laundry room ($3.00 a load).
DVD Library, games and books.
Free onsite parking
Free loaner bikes. First come first serve. ( I have 3 bikes at the moment)
I have lived in Florida for over 40 yrs and I am happy to give recommendations on where to go and what to do. I live nearby please call or text if i can help.
5 miles to Clearwater Beach and 1 mile to downtown Dunedin.
Beaches:
Clearwater Beach- Awesome, city beach with all the fixings. Restaurants, bars, shopping and 3 miles of pure, white, sandy beaches. Pier 60 Sunset Festival 7 days a week 4-8 pm. Free movies on the beach Fri & Sat nights. 4.7 miles -drive, bike or take the bus.
Honeymoon Island State Park Beach-Voted top 10 beach in the country. Nature lovers will find osprey nests, a wide variety of shorebirds, and one of the few remaining virgin slash pine forests in South Florida. The park boasts several nature trails and bird observation areas. Visitors can swim, fish, and snorkel in the warm waters of the Gulf or picnic while they enjoy the beautiful scenery. Shelling is particularly good here, as the Gulf currents deposit an incredible variety of seashells on the shore. Showers are available and the park´s concession has a gift shop and snack bar. 7.3 miles-drive, bike or take the bus. http://(email hidden)/honeymoonisland/
Caladesi Island-It is one of the few completely natural islands along Florida´s Gulf Coast, Caladesi´s white sand beaches were rated America's Best Beach in 2013. Beach lovers can enjoy swimming, sunbathing and beachcombing. Saltwater anglers can cast a line from their boats or surf fish. Nature enthusiasts can spot wildlife while hiking the three mile nature trail through the island's interior or paddling a three mile kayak trail through the mangroves and bay. Picnic tables and shelters are located near the beach. Take the ferry from Honeymoon Island. http://(email hidden)/caladesiisland/
Other fun stuff-
Delightful Downtown Dunedin-Quaint, funky, trendy vibe. (20 minute walk) Pubs, cafes, shopping & local art. Have dinner at one of the restaurants (you won't find any chain restaurants here and all of them are great. Then party all night at the Blur nightclub or have martini's at the Chic-A-Boom room. Wander on home then go back in the morning for the Saturday morning market or Kelly's amazing Sunday brunch, take a walk on the trail or shop for unique art, wine, fashion or chocolates--there is always something happening here!
Pinellas Trail: 25 miles of biking, blading, walking trail with plenty of neat places to stop along the way. (website hidden) (2 blocks away)
Dunedin Brewery: The oldest microbrewery in Florida. Live band Thurs-Fri. (20 min walk )
Blue Jays Stadium-Ball game anyone? (15 min walk)
Dunedin is very bicycle friendly!
Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks- Visit our Greek Village! Greek food, Belly dancing, sponge diving, unique shops, euro style cafes, bakeries, hand made soaps and more.
