Commodore Beach Club

The Resort & Setting

Commodore Beach Club sits on Gulf Blvd in Madeira Beach, within Pinellas County on Florida's Gulf Coast. It's an independent timeshare property with casual condo units that include full kitchens, plus an outdoor pool and a BBQ area for owners who'd rather grill dinner than go out every night. Google reviewers rate it 4.5 out of 5 from 367 reviews, which points to a solid, no-surprises track record for a resort of this size. This isn't a high-rise mega-resort — it's a modest, self-catering property suited to travellers who want a comfortable condo close to the sand rather than a long list of on-site amenities.

Madeira Beach & the Surrounding Area

Madeira Beach is a classic Gulf Coast beach town: wide stretches of sand, warm water, and a relaxed pace that draws the same families and couples back year after year. The Pier at Madeira Beach is less than a mile from the resort and is worth a visit for fishing, sunset views and a feel for local life. Beyond the beach itself, the wider Tampa Bay area gives owners and renters plenty to fill a week: Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg, the barrier-island trails and shoreline of Fort De Soto Park, and, for a full day out, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Fresh seafood restaurants are a local staple, and many are a short drive or walk from the resort.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own at Commodore Beach Club and are ready to move it on, BidMyTimeshare.com works as an owner-to-owner marketplace: you list your week, set your own asking price, and interested buyers or renters contact you directly through the platform. There's a one-time listing fee to post your week, and BidMyTimeshare charges 0% commission on the sale or rental — unlike agency-brokered resales, you keep what you agree with the buyer.

Because Commodore Beach Club is an independent resort, resale transfers go through the resort's own owners' association or on-site management rather than a branded exchange company's resale desk. Before you agree a price with a buyer, both sides should confirm directly with the resort: the current transfer fee for changing the deed or membership into the buyer's name, any right of first refusal the association may hold on resales, how long a transfer typically takes to process, and the current annual maintenance fee. These figures aren't published by BidMyTimeshare, so always verify them with the resort before closing a private sale.

A resale buyer at an independent property like this typically receives the usage rights tied to the week or unit being sold (for example, a specific unit, week, or season, as recorded by the resort), subject to whatever the resort's rules say. They do not automatically inherit any loyalty perks, bonus weeks, or exchange company status the original owner may have accumulated separately — only what's tied to the deeded or contracted interest itself. If you're a renter rather than a buyer, be clear with the owner on what's included (unit size, week dates, and whether linens or parking are covered) before booking.

Practical Notes for Owners and Renters

Madeira Beach gets busiest from November through March, when Florida's mild winter draws the largest crowds — if you're renting out a week in this window, list it early. Summer (June–August) is hotter and more humid but quieter, with better rates for last-minute renters. A rental car is genuinely useful here, since Fort De Soto Park, Sunken Gardens and Busch Gardens are all a drive away rather than a walk. Anyone swimming or paddling in the Gulf should check local tide schedules first, as conditions can shift through the day.