Dog-Friendly Beaches
If you're bringing your furry friend, check out the following dog-friendly beaches and parks. Please clean up after your pet, so everyone can continue to enjoy these locations with their four-legged family members.
Grocery and Drug Stores
Convenient shopping and everyday essentials are always close at hand. Publix, the island's full-service grocery store, is located just 2.2 miles from Casetta Al Mare and offers everything needed to stock the kitchen for your stay.
For quick errands, both Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy are within walking distance or just a short bike or car ride away. In addition to pharmacy services, both stores offer groceries, fresh and prepared foods, beverages, household essentials, personal care items, and other everyday necessities. Wakgreens features a liquor store as well.
For added convenience, grocery and retail delivery services are available from major retailers, including Walmart, Target, and Publix Delivery via Instacart, allowing guests to have groceries and essentials delivered directly to Casetta Al Mare.
Consistently ranked among America's top beach destinations, Clearwater Beach is renowned for its sugar-white sand, calm Gulf waters, breathtaking sunsets, and the playful dolphins that have become local icons.
Beyond the beach, guests enjoy an abundance of activities, including boating, fishing, biking, paddleboarding, championship golf, and scenic waterfront walks. The area also offers exceptional dining, vibrant nightlife, spring training baseball with the Philadelphia Phillies and Toronto Blue Jays, and a variety of arts, cultural, and entertainment venues.
Just a 10-minute walk from Casetta Al Mare, the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center features a full fitness facility, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a public library branch, fishing access, and a boat launch.
Adjacent to the Recreation Center, McKay Park offers lighted pickleball courts, lawn bowling, a playground, outdoor fitness equipment, walking trails, and picnic areas—providing something for guests of every age and interest.
One of the best features of staying at Casetta Al Mare is that so much of Clearwater Beach is within easy walking distance. From pristine beaches and waterfront dining to parks, recreation, and entertainment, countless experiences await just steps from your door.
Find out more about the activities available in Clearwater, nearby St. Petersburg, and the whole Tampa Bay area at these sites:
Nearby Cities to Explore
Tampa Bay offers many attractions including the Busch Gardens adventure park, a zoo, an aquarium, and museums.
Largo has a lot going on, from parks to arts to antiquing
Ybor City in Tampa is a National Historic Landmark District that offers unique architecture, shopping, and food.
Dunedin is a lovely town just 20 minutes away!
Tarpon Springs is another great town that is a short drive away.
Other Attractions
Busch Gardens and Adventure Islands theme park and animal encounters
Transportation
Getting around is easy with the Jolley Trolley, a convenient local transportation service that connects Clearwater Beach with many of the area's most popular destinations. Explore Sand Key, Downtown Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, and other charming coastal communities without the hassle of driving or parking.
The trolley is an affordable and enjoyable way to experience the Gulf Coast, making it easy to spend the day exploring local shops, restaurants, attractions, and waterfront destinations throughout Pinellas County.
Airport Shuttle between Clearwater/St Pete Airport (PIE) and the Casetta. The shuttle runs as long as flights are arriving and departing from PIE. The cost is $8.
Dining
Restaurants at Clearwater Beach are almost always busy for dinner. Reservations are strongly recommended, so plan ahead. The Open Table website can help you find a place to eat and book a table quickly.