Location: Portofino, Pensacola Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Looking for a relaxing and memorable vacation? The Portofino Resort and Spa on Pensacola Beach is exactly what you're looking for. Situated on 28 acres, The Portofino is directly next to the undisturbed Gulf Island National Seashore and overlooks the sugar white sand and emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. It is isolated from the noise and congestion of busy beach towns, yet is just minutes away from the shopping and restaurants of The Boardwalk and the historic city of Pensacola.
Imagine waking up every morning to the sounds of waves on the beach and the cool breezes off the Gulf. You can enjoy breakfast on the balcony with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and Santa Rosa Island. After breakfast, head over to The Lifestyle Center for a massage at the Aveda European Spa or take a yoga class at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center.
You can also take a swim in the indoor Junior Olympic swimming pool overlooking Santa Rosa Bay or if the weather is nice, use the two infinity-edge outdoor swimming pools, each with its own spa. For lunch, you can eat by the pool or dine inside at the Terra Cotta Restuarant, where they serve both lunch and dinner.
After lunch, you can take a walk along the beach, rent a bike and ride through the National Seashore, or take a tennis lesson from the pro on one of the five Rubico clay tennis courts. You can also visit downtown Pensacola, go to the Gulf Breeze Zoo, or visit the Naval Air Museum where the Blue Angels are based.
For dinner, there is a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor grill on the balcony. But since you're on vacation, the Boardwalk is a quick five minute drive that has many restuarants to choose from. Once back in the condo, you can watch TV, read a book, or fall asleep, knowing you can wake up the next morning and do it all over again.
Whatever you choose to do, The Portofino's luxury combined with one of the world's most beautiful beaches will make your vacation a memorable one.
Our two bedroom, two and a half bath condo is in Tower Four (next to the Lifestyle Center) and was designer decorated and finished April 2006.
**Portofino Resort has 24-hour gated security.
**On eighteenth floor, our unit overlooks the entire Santa Rosa Island and the Gulf.
**Very open floorplan with floor-to-ceiling windows provide breathtaking views from EVERY room.
**Tile floors and granite countertops throughout.
**Jetted tub and separate shower in master bath.
**Fully equipped gourmet kitchen and outdoor electric grill.
**Master Suite has king bed, guest bedroom has a queen, living room has a chaise sectional that can accommodate one person as well as a queen size sleeper sofa.
**Beds have 400 Thread-Count Sateen cotton sheets and Memory Foam mattress pads.
**42 inch plasma TV with DVD/VCR player in living room with additional TVs and DVD players in bedrooms.
**Included high speed DSL connections and Wi-Fi access.
**Full size washer and dryer in unit.
**Very family-friendly condo - with high chair, pack-and-play, plastic plates and cups, XBOX with games, small library of kids' movies, etc.
Reservation requires a $250 refundable security deposit. Balance due one month before check-in. 30-day Cancellation policy - fully refundable if more than 30 days before arrival. VISA/MC/AMEX via Paypal and subject to 3% transaction fee.
THREE NIGHT MINIMUM, PLEASE. WEEKLY RESERVATIONS DURING PEAK SUMMER.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central A/C and heat.
- Washer: In-suite Washer and Dryer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: 400 thread count sateen cotton sheets and memory foam mattress toppers.
- Covered Parking: Assigned Parking on the first floor. Additional cars may park outside under trellis.
- Elevator (3) : High-speed elevators.
- Beds
- King Bed: In Master Bedroom with nice linens.
- Queen Bed: In Guest bedroom.
- Convertible Bed: Queen sleeper sofa in Living Room.
- Crib: Pack-and-play in condo for infants.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 42 inch plasma TV in Living Room, 32 inch LCD in Master and 26 inch LCD in Guest bedrooms. All with cable TV.
- DVD (3)
- Video Library: Small library of family-friendly DVDs
- Video Game Console: XBOX in the Living Room
- Video Games
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: In Master Bedroom.
- Shared Hot Tub: Each tower has its own pool and spa, in addition to three other pools and spas at the Lifestyle Center.
- Shared Pool
- Sauna
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stainless steel kitchen appliances with coffee-maker, toaster, and all kitchen utensils provided. We also have plastic plates and cups for the kids.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: BBQ grill on the balcony for your use.
- Balcony: Large baldony with glass railings for unobstucted views and safety.
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Great views of the Gulf from the eighteenth floor.
- Communications
- Telephone (3) : One telephone in each bedroom and one in kitchen.
- Broadband Internet: Ethernet hook-up in kitchen and living room.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free wi-fi access.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking under any circumstances.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter (Nov 1-Feb 28, 2010) ... $170/night .. $1100/week .....$2000/month
Spring Break (March 1-May 27, 2010) ... $225/night .. $1475/week
Peak Summer (May 28-August 8, 2010) ... $275/night .. $1925/week
Summer Savings (Aug. 9-Sept. 6, 2010).. $225/night .. $1475/week
Fall (Sept. 7-Oct. 31, 2010) ... $190/night .. $1230/week
INCLUDES ALL TAXES, AMENITY FEES AND CLEANING. $75 CHECK-IN FEE EXTRA.
PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR AVAILABLE DATES.
VISA/MC/AMEX VIA PAYPAL SUBJECT TO 3% SURCHARGE.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Great Gulf View Condo at the Portofino!! Fall Specials!!
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Portofino
We love Pensacola Beach for its beautiful white sand and emerald waters of the Gulf. Most importantly, it is quiet and peaceful. We have looked throughout the Panhandle of Florida for a second home, and the other beach towns were just too crowded. We didn't want to wait for two hours at a restaurant or get up early just to secure a spot on the beach. Pensacola was perfect for us, with its Historic Downtown, Pensacola Naval Air Station, and the conveniences of a larger city, there are plenty of things for us to do. The Portofino is three miles from the Boardwalk, where all of the beachfront restaurants and gift shops are. It is also the last resort on the eastern end of Pensacola Beach, with twelve miles of un-touched National Seashore, you will always find a peaceful beach to relax on.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
The Portofino has the best amenities of any resort you will find. It is a gate-guarded community, so the only people enjoying the amenities are guests and owners. With eight pools and spas (one indoor), a large Fitness Center, a restaurant that provides pool-side service, five clay tennis courts, Adventure Cove for the kids, and even beach chair service. The resort spans from the Gulf to the Bay, allowing great views from every condo and virtually anywhere on the resort. Our Homeowners Association and the Premier Management group have both done an excellent job maintaining and introducing new amenities for our guests to enjoy.
Three miles away from the Portofino. Has lots of gift shops and restuarants, including Hemingway's, Flounders, and Crabs.
Nicest mall in Pensacola. Has Best Buy, Marshalls, Macy's, World Market, and Target. Restaurants include Macaroni Grill, Chilis, Olive Garden, and TGI Fridays.
Owner's Map of Portofino
We live in the Atlanta suburb of Cumming, Georgia. I work at a hospital near us, and my wife, Kristine, stays at home taking care of our four children. Though Pensacola Beach is five hours away, its still the closest beach to us. We all enjoy the road trip, as it helps us bond as a family. We take a lot of pride in keeping our Portofino Condo perfect and our guests happy. The condo is filled with amenities to meet our family's needs, and we have the best housekeeper who keeps it spotless. We care about your experiences and will do everything we can to make sure you come back.
Property Photos
- Mediterranean look and feel at the Portofino - Pensacola Beach Condominium Rental
- View from the balcony - Pensacola Beach Condominium Rental
- Sectional with chaise and sleeper sofa in living room - Pensacola Beach Condominium Rental
- Master bedroom
- Master Bathroom with Jetted Tub and Separate Shower
- Sunset From Our Balcony
- Living room with 42" plasma TV
- Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel applliances.
- Dining room
- Even the guest bedroom has a view!
- Bathroom in Guest Bedroom!
- Lifestyle Center pools
- Panoramic Gulf Views from the Eighteenth Floor!!
- Glass railings and BBQ Grill on Balcony
- View from Lifestyle Center Pools
- Tower Four's Bayfront Pool. Great Sunset Views over the Bay.
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