Posted on Dec 5, 2023
Barbara's Beach Bungalow is a pet-friendly vacation rental, and we absolutely love dogs! We know how much they mean to you, so bring them along. And while you're all here, why not explore? Find some time to check out some of these off-the-beaten-path dog-friendly spots!
Heritage Village
Bring Fido to walk around the historic structures in Heritage Village, a pet-friendly attraction located in the heart of Pinellas County in Largo, FL. Leashed dogs are allowed at Heritage Village but not in the historic houses or the museum. Enjoy exploring the natural pine and palmetto landscape at this 21-acre living history museum.
And get this - it's FREE!
11909 125th St N, Largo, FL, US, 33774 Website: https://www.heritagevillagefl.org/
Gypsy Soul Water Adventures
Located in St Petersburg, FL, Gypsy Soul offers a variety of private, pet-friendly excursions on the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Traveling through the Intracoastal will allow you to relax and enjoy the calm waterways with your dog.
18651 Gulf Blvd, Indian Shores, FL, US, 33708 Website: https://www.gypsysoulcharters.com/
Nikko's Dog & Sports Bar
Bring Fido to pet-friendly Nikko's Dog & Sports Bar in St. Petersburg, FL, where leashed dogs are welcome to join you inside at the bar in St. Petersburg, FL. Have a drink, meet new people, listen to music, play vintage arcade games, and spend time with human and canine friends at this small but unique neighborhood bar. Limited outdoor seating is available as well, and water bowls are provided for four-legged patrons.
9524 Blind Pass Rd #17, St. Petersburg, FL, US, 33706 Website: https://nikkosdogandsportsbar.com/
Lake Seminole Park
This 250-acre municipal park is located on the shores of Lake Seminole. You and your leashed pooch are invited to walk along the biking and hiking trails together and to see if you can see any other wildlife hanging around in the trees and grass. The 2-mile paved trail around the water is rated easy and canine hikers of all levels are free to use it
10015 Park Blvd N, Seminole, FL, US, 33777 Website: https://pinellas.gov/parks/lake-seminole-park
Urban Kai Salt Creek
Urban Kai is a pet-friendly store with a location in the Salt Creek area of St. Petersburg, FL. Bring Fido with you while you shop their wide selection of SUP equipment, apparel, accessories, watersport supplies, and even Ruffwear for your pup. They also offer paddle board & kayak rentals, training, private lessons, and adventure tours. Just be sure to get a life jacket for Fido before heading out on the water!
235 15th Ave SE, St. Petersburg, FL, US, 33701 Website: https://www.urbankai.com/
I hope you have the opportunity to visit some of the places suggested above while you are here. If you have not booked your dates, do it! Never stop making those amazing memories. Life is good!
-Charlene:)
Barbara's Beach Bungalow