Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town

5.0

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

House in Tierra Verde, FL

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Historic Pass-A-Grille

Located at the southernmost tip of the chain of Gulf beaches, the
historic village of Pass-A-Grille provides a quiet retreat from the
highrise beaches to the north. Settled in 1884, Pass-A-Grille is
the
oldest and most storied beach village on Florida's west coast.
Roughly 2 miles in length and 200 yards in width, Pass-A-Grille is
surrounded by the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Boca
Ciega Bay. The famous jazz era hotel, the Don Cesar Resort and Spa,
provides the northern boundary of this quaint town. An authentic
turn of the century beach village, you will never need your car upon
arrival in Pass-A-Grille. Shaner's Corner Grocer and Delicatessen,
catering to all your needs, is one block away. Historic 8th Avenue
and pier, the 1920's heart of Pass-A-Grille is also just a stroll
away. On 8th Aveune you can relax and people watch, enjoy beach
taverns, restaurants, shops and art galleries.
There is a new addition to 8th avenue, the Dewey restaurant and rooftop bar located in the new 6 suite bed and breakfast Inn,The Berkeley Beach Club. Operated by local hospitality maven Maryann Ferenc with a menu designed by her James Beard Award winning partner Chef Marty Blitz , It is a fabulous place for your guests to stay and enjoy a magical night or special event. it is now our favorite local hangout spot.In Pass-A-Grille, there is never a dull moment. You will fall in love with this town!

Banyan Tree Cottage

Abstracts of title show that this beautiful 1920 Pass-A-Grille
cottage originally belonged to Carrie Phillips, the confirmed
mistress of President Warren Harding. So, while it's true that
Washington never slept here, it's a sure bet that one of our
presidents did. Over the years, the cottage has been lovingly
restored and cared for. Additions and
renovations were completed in the Fall of 2003 by its architect
owners, and recently in 2021 the kitchen appliances were replaced.
Settle in on the whimsical front porch and enjoy a view of the beach
275 feet to the west. On cool, breezier days retreat to the painted
wood sun room, the original front porch of the cottage now enlosed
with 12 fabulous wood windows. If privacy is what you prefer,
choose
the cozy rear screened porch that opens to a wonderful wood terrace
surrounded by tropical plants and shaded by a 100 year old Banyan
tree. For a unique tropical experience shower in the private outdoor
shower cabana with hot and cold water-under the Banyan's
canopy!

Banyan Tree cottage is our families weekend retreat first and
foremost and therefore is furnished and cared for unlike other
rental properties! We offer an unparralled experience in terms of
tropical style,character and comfort for those with discerning
tastes.
Note:If you would like to take a look at the house in person,it is
located at 102 18th ave.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Tierra Verde, FL

Nearby attractions

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

49.2 mi

ZooTampa at Lowry Park

44.1 mi

St. Pete Pier™

13.5 mi

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

43.1 mi

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Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town

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5.0

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

House in Tierra Verde, FL

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Tierra Verde, FL

Nearby attractions

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

49.2 mi

ZooTampa at Lowry Park

44.1 mi

St. Pete Pier™

13.5 mi

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

43.1 mi

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(40 Reviews)

5.0

Apr 2022

Stayed three weeks in April. House is well equipped, very close to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Easy check in. Host was in touch during our stay to be sure everything was going well. We had a fine time. Recommend with 5 stars.

5.0

Apr 2022

We’ve visited PAG several times over the years and usually stay at Inn on the Beach. We wanted to try something different this year and are very happy the Banyan Tree Cottage was available. The location was perfect, the cottage very pretty, and we were all comfortable. We especially appreciated the privacy afforded between the bedrooms and the rest of the house. Already looking ahead to next year there!

5.0

Apr 2022

A very comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bath house with a nice front porch on a quiet street. You can see a peek of the Gulf and bay from the porch. The kitchen is well equipped with all you need. Beach toys and chairs also provided. The outdoor shower was our favorite amenity, we never showered inside.

5.0

Jan 2022

Perfect place for a home away from home just steps from the beach. The house is a rare remnant of bungalow days with all the modern amenities. The beach is steps away, The bigger trappings of St. Pete's Beach including dozens of restaurants, supermarket, etc., are a short hop away up the road but you get to hide away in the tranquil setting of Pass A Grill. Can't wait to go back if the opportunity arises.

5.0

Nov 2021

Nice place to stay in Pass-A-Grille. Great sun room in front and front patio was nice. Nice functional kitchen. Would have loved more comfy furniture in sun room - spent a lot of time in there reading. Host was very nice and quick to respond when I had questions.

4.0

Oct 2021

Property is walking distance to the beach. Love Pass-A-Grille.

5.0

Oct 2021

Great experience at this beautiful home close to the beach. The property is well maintained and very picturesque.

5.0

Sep 2021

Lovely property and great location. One bed is very firm, while the other is very soft-take your pick! Really cute decor and well-equipped kitchen. It feels lived-in and comfortable and was sparkling clean. Stephen was very responsive to all my questions and concerns. I had no prior contact regarding entry code or where to park, so I had to figure those things out. Once inside, parking instructions were available, but would have been nice to know in advance where we were supposed to park. These were not huge issues, and Stephen was quick to respond as noted. The front porch was a nice place to just hang out, but bring your bug spray! We really enjoyed seeing the flock of wild, Nanday parrots every morning. So cool! The back, screened-in porch was really too small to use and no furniture was available for use there. If that front porch was screened, I may never have left! Another bonus was only 1 block from the marina where we got to rent our own small speedboat. What a thrill. Loved this place, truly a great stay!

5.0

Jul 2021

This beautiful house was perfect in every way. Attractively decorated, comfortable with all necessary amenities, steps to the beach, stores and restaurants. The only negative of our trip had nothing to do with the house. Unfortunately, we arrived during “red tide” season which made for unpleasant odors and views of dead fish outside. Air conditioning in the house fortunately filtered out the odors. Despite the red tide, we’d happily come back to Pass-a-Grille and the Banyon tree house anytime!

5.0

Jul 2021

We felt right at home at the Banyan Cottage. Tastefully decorated, well appointed, and very close to the beach! We were here during the red tide and the city just cleaned the dang beach on the day of our departure. We still had a blast. Lots of fun things to do all over the area. Stephen was a great host and the bungalow was wonderful! Lovely front porch, cute den, cozy living room with a ceiling fan, both bedrooms were good size with ceiling fans, and two bathrooms were key with our family of four. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone interested in a low key, relaxing vacation without the crowds. Thanks for having us!!!

2.5

Jun 2021

Rented banyan tree house for a week away with my hubby, daughter and her boyfriend and we loved everything about our stay! Host was so concise in his communications and low key with checkout directives (unlike some hosts). The house is so comfortable and perfect for two couples...plenty of space to spread out. Photos on VRBO do not do the place justice. It’s so clean and “beachy”. Plus the location is perfect for beach and just a short walk to downtown PAG. We will most certainly be back!!

2.5

May 2021

This property worked out great for me. I am a woman alone who appreciated the history and convenience of this property. I spent hours on the large front porch. Many friends stopped by and admired my choice.

2.5

May 2021

We loved the cottage. Perfect location, very homey. We can’t wait to come back!

2.5

May 2021

Wonderful house in a great neighborhood with a beautiful beach! We truly enjoyed it and hope to return someday. Felt very at home, almost washed the windows! Thanks for a really nice getaway.

2.0

Apr 2021

I originally booked the property for four of us to stay there. Because of conflicting work schedules only my youngest daughter and I ended up being able to go. The check in process was easy, the owners were very responsive and the property was very clean. The main living area is well appointed including the kitchen. (Although I could never get the microwave to not burn my popcorn lol). My daughter and I were very comfortable, but if all four of us have been there it would have been way too small. The beds are very small (double?) for a week vacation and two people per bed. The couch is comfy but the other seating options are very narrow wicker chairs. We are slender... but on the taller side. The TV is small and outdated. The bathrooms were clean and spacious. Laundry area is great with a door to outside. Outside shower ans ample parking are nice adds. Super close to beach, and other amenities. Loved it, but would really suggest larger beds for visitors.

2.5

Apr 2021

We had a wonderful spring break and enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. We loved being so close to the beach, and had everything we needed to walk over and spend long days playing in the ocean. Everything is within walking distance of the property, so we rarely used our rental car. Our kids loved taking walks to the beach and to get ice cream. The owner is extremely helpful, and overall we had a wonderful experience. We hope to visit again in the future

2.5

Mar 2021

A great week, walking distance to beach and restaurants!

2.5

Feb 2021

A hidden jewel. Secluded but less than a block to the beach. We will be back.

5.0

Feb 2021

Great cottage wonderfully located just steps from the beach & inter coastal. Loved the front porch for evening drinks & morning coffee

5.0

Feb 2021

Such a perfect getaway from our MN winter. This bungalow is stylish, comfortable and includes all amenities needed. We love the location in the heart of Pass-A-Grille where we could walk to beach, shopping and restaurants. We highly recommend this property.

5.0

Dec 2020

From start to finish the owner was communicative, cooperative, and very personable. The cottage is exactly as it appears online, perfectly equipped, clean, and exudes charm. The location is superb. We all loved it and plan to return!

5.0

Oct 2020

This was exactly what we were searching for. It’s location was perfect, and we loved that it was secluded with the vegetation that’s grown up around it. We plan on staying here again next year for our anniversary. Property owner was great. The cleanliness of the home was also excellent. Absolutely recommend staying here!

5.0

Sep 2020

Owner is great, place is perfect......couldn't have been better. Definitely renting again

5.0

Sep 2020

We had a very comfortable stay at Banyan Tree House. The accommodations are clean and are reminiscent of a cozy beach bungalow. The location is perfect, just a short walk to one of the best beaches in Pinellas County!

5.0

Jul 2020

If you don’t like this place, then you just don’t like Pass-A-Grille. We had all the space we could have hoped for and all the amenities. The host was excellent.

5.0

Jul 2020

Less than a block to the to the beach walk-over, makes the Banyan Tree Cottage the perfect location in this historic, residential neighborhood. Attractive prints, artwork and tchotchkes made us feel like we were staying at a friend's house. The house faces north and while it isn't flooded with light, two strategically mirrored walls expand the space and increase the light. Very comfortable for two. Bathrooms spacious for the period; laundry set-up excellent for athletes with sweaty gear; beds adequate. Kitchen has a novel and slightly random assortment of gear, but everything we needed to prepare most meals at home during COVID. Front porch enjoyed in the evenings and early mornings in late June. Would happily return.

5.0

Mar 2020

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit! The cottage is located in easy walking distance to all Pass-a-Grille has to offer, and includes everything you need for a stay at the beach. The porch was perfect for morning coffee and evening cocktails and we appreciated the privacy of the lush grounds and overall character of the house!

5.0

Mar 2020

Just like the pictures... Exceptionally clean-on a quiet street- close to beach and restaurants- Very comfortable furniture-Cant go wrong here..

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tierra Verde?

The average price for a rental in Tierra Verde is $380 per night. This rental is $105 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town. Enjoy the water!

Is Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town

House in Tierra Verde, FL

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tierra Verde, FL

Nearby attractions

Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town

House in Tierra Verde, FL

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Tierra Verde, FL

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Tierra Verde?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Banyan Tree Cottage in historic beach town?

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