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A modern tin-roofed, three-story, Key Westy throwback to "Old Florida" architecture.
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Inn Details
The Laughing Lizard B & B is a tin-roofed, three-story, Key Westy island home built in 2005. Fifty-six windows offer a view of beachlife as it happens in what USA Today termed as “the best beach town of all”—Indian Rocks Beach. The style here is casual and laid back with creatively colorful eclectic guestrooms—each with private bath. Enjoy breakfast in Lizard Hall; stroll 400’ to the beach for a morning walk; and ride the local beach trolley to wonderful restaurants, parks, etc. At day’s end, sip afternoon wine and experience the sunset…maybe even the famous "green flash."
Innkeeper Information
Innkeepers Description:
Innkeeper Bill Ockunzzi, an "escapee" from the corporate world, has literally visited every U.S. state and traveled abroad. You could call him "Mayor Bill" because he is a former mayor/commissioner of Indian Rocks Beach. Bill looks forward to guests returning again and again to sit long, talk much and laugh often.
The innkeepers speak:
English
Features
Type:
Bed and Breakfast
Homestay Bed and Breakfast
Property Noted For:
Casual Beach Getaway
Antiques/decor
Romantic escape
Amenities
Guest Room:
Air conditioning
Alarm clock
Bath robes
Ceiling fans
Coffee/Tea facilities
Desk
Hairdryer
Internet Service
Satellite/Cable TV
TV
Wi-Fi
On Site:
Board games
CD player
Computer
Copier
DVD Player
Fax Machine
Library
Radio
Telephone
Wedding Facilities
Other Amenities:
Refrigerator for guest use
Afternoon wine tasting
Elevator
Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas
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Hot Deal: 20% off a 2 night stay
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Nightly Rate
$140 - $210
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 4-6 PM Check out: 11 AM
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Deposit amount required: Guests are charged for one night upon confirmation of reservation.
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Cancellations: Deposits are non-refundable unless a ten day cancellation notice is provided and the room is re-rented for the same dates. No refunds for early departures.
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: No
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: Yes
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Drinks available: N
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Suitable for children: No
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Childcare provided: No
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Breakfast
Type: Full
Time Served: 8:30 AM
Serving location: Breakfast/dining area
Complimentary Perks
Wine/Cheese Plate
Special meal options
Low fat
Restrictive
Vegetarian
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Location Type
Beach Access
Gulf View
Island
Small town
Tropical
City
Tampa/St. Pete/Clearwater
Distance to city: 20 miles
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Directions to property:
WEST on S.R. 688/Ulmerton Rd. Ulmerton becomes Walsingham Rd. and dead ends at Gulf Boulevard. TURN RIGHT/NORTH on Gulf Blvd. and continue just past 22nd Avenue(between 22nd and 23rd Avenues)to 2211 Gulf Blvd., on the RIGHT/EAST side of Indian Rocks Beach's main thoroughfare.
Airport
Tampa, FL (TPA) 20 miles
Directions to property:
I-275 SOUTH from Tampa International, across the Howard Frankland Bridge to the second exit, Indian Rocks Beach/Ulmerton Rd./S.R. 688. Continue WEST; Ulmerton becomes Walsingham Rd. and dead ends at Gulf Boulevard. TURN RIGHT heading north. Laughing Lizard is just past 22nd Avenue (between 22nd and 23rd Avenues)on the RIGHT/EAST side of Gulf Blvd.
Area Attractions
Amusement Park
Antique Shopping
Aquarium
Art Galleries
Beach
Gourmet/Fine Dining
Historical interests
Movie Theater
Museum
National/State parks
Nature area
Ocean
Bike Trail
Water Sports and Cruises
Performing Theater
Picnic area
Religious Services
Zoo
Bicycle riding trails
Bird watching
Fishing
Trolley
Reading, books available
Events (art shows, sports, etc)
Swimming
Water sports
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A Great Place to Stay
- Stayed on: 12 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 12/15/2011
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About the reviewer
55+ years old
Frequently stays at B&Bs
Typically stays in moderate lodging
Was travelling for an event
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We enjoyed our short stay at the Laughing Lizard. The room was nice and we enjoyed both the delicious breakfasts and the afternoon wine tastings. Bill, the Innkeeper, was very helpful in introducing us to nearby places to see and restaurants to visit. We also had some nice conversations with him. We really liked the Indian Rocks Beach community. It was quiet yet still had plenty to do. This made for a very pleasant beach experience - with little crowds and a lovely expansive beach to explore. We wished we lived closer so we could come back often.
Laughing Lizard wonderful getaway
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/16/2011
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About the reviewer
Between 36-45 years old
First time staying at a B&B
Typically stays in moderate lodging
Was travelling on vacation
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We just got back from nine days of vacation and stayed at the Laughing Lizard. We stayed in the Crimson Cameleon. Queen sized bed in the main room, with desk, two comfy chairs, two bedside tables and tall dresser. Two side rooms. Walk in closet with room to hang stuff, and leave your suitcases, bathrobes too. Other room was the bathroom with nice sink, toilet, and walk in shower.. shower not huge but decent enough. Plenty of towels, even beach towels and extra bedding in the dresser. View of the ocean, two windows with shades that can help with the morning sun. Small TV with remote. Excellent room! Good bed! Three rooms upstairs, with a laundry room right next to our room. Ask Bill and if you are staying long, can get a bit of laundry done!! Thanks Bill! Downstairs is delightful place to hang out and one more room. Nice big kitchen with small fridge for guest use. Counter seating for evening wine tasting and sangria, regular juice for non-drinkers, snack as well. One big table, one smaller for breakfast, which are small fruit dish, then nice main dish like waffles, fruit and sausage. Yummy! Living room with good seating to watch nice sized TV. Good for hanging out and chatting with other guests. Lots of stairs, but there is a ramp and small elevator. Right across the street is the beach, and the B&B has nice outside seating and lounge chairs on the patio. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available. Good parking. Fairly quiet at night, some traffic but not noticeable at night. Walking distance to restaurants and stores, and ice cream shops! We would definitely come again and plan to stay here! Bill is a great host and very knowledgeable about the area and how to get places. Wonderful stay!! Thanks Bill!
A perfect get away
- Stayed on: 10 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 10/10/2011
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Between 45-55 years old
Almost never stays at B&Bs
Typically stays in premium lodging
Was travelling to visit family
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We traveled from Richmond, VA to meet up with family from Florida.... without kids!!!! Spent two nights celebrating a birthday. Loved the property and the hosts. Will definately return.
Perfect
- Stayed on: 9 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 10/1/2011
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About the reviewer
55+ years old
Stays at B&Bs once a year
Typically stays in moderate lodging
Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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Bill was out of town but Lainie and Trevor did an excellent job hosting us for our 25th anniversary/birthday get-away. Very clean rooms, plenty of space and added touches of bottled water, chocolates, shampoo and bath robes in our room. Looking forward to staying again for another anniversary.
Awesome place for our honeymoon!
- Stayed on: 8 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 8/8/2011
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About the reviewer
Between 26-35 years old
First time staying at a B&B
Typically stays in moderate lodging
Was travelling for an event
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My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Laughing Lizard. We stayed in the Shy Salamander. The room and bathroom are spacious and it has a walk-in closet. We were treated to a wonderful breakfast each morning, and afternoon wine tasting and snacks, and we enjoyed meeting and conversing with Bill and other guests at The Laughing Lizard. I was a little bit disappointed that the place was not right on the beach, but it's just across the street and there are beach chairs, umbrellas, etc. available for guest use. This was our first time staying at a B&B and we loved it. Hopefully we can return for our first anniversary!
Hot Deal: 20% off a 2 night stay
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Nightly rate
$140 - $210
- Reviews 27
- Number of rooms 5
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Accepts gift cards
- Innkeeper(s)Bill Ockunzzi
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- Address 2211 Gulf Blvd
Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785, USA
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