Living room opens to balcony & has brand new queen sofa bed, Wi-Fi, Cable TV
Location: Grand Caribbean East & West, Perdido Key, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Between Orange Beach, AL & Pensacola, FL) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Bunk Area, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Condominium
FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED! No service fees! No reservation fee for 3+ nights! Availability calendar is updated regularly. Thank you kindly for checking it before you inquire.
FLEXIBLE DATES: Saturday to Saturday rental not required except during peak summer period. You can only get away for a few days? This flexible plan is designed for you.
PROXIMITY TO BEACH: From our condo, walk the carpeted boardwalk to the beach just steps away, 200' from the pool and no street to cross. Or jog, bike, walk, or drive 3/4 of a mile to the Gulf Islands National Seashore for shady picnic pavilions, long expanses of beach with Lifeguards (in the summer), & restroom facilities. Enjoy the white sandy beaches & emerald water for which the Panhandle beaches are noted. Don't forget to take 1 of the 4 Beach Chairs that we provide for your use down to the beach with you!
SIZE: Our Family-friendly Condo has 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms & sleeps 6-8. King bed in the master, Queen bed in the guest bedroom, Bunks built into the hallway, & brand new (April 2010) Queen sleeper sofa in the living room.
VIEWS: From our Top 4th floor End Unit in Grand Caribbean East, you have panoramic views of the Gulf Islands National Seashore, Johnson Beach, & the Intercoastal Waterway (see our photos)! If you're an early-riser, sit on the balcony to watch the sun rise over the Gulf. A little later in the morning, from our balcony, you might see the Blue Angels practice (see the link below)! Then in the evening, watch the sunset from the other side of our L-shaped balcony.
OUR CONDO: Relax in the living room while you listen to a CD on the stereo, watch your favorite DVD or VCR, or use our WiFi (wireless internet). Build 1 of our jigsaw puzzles or play our Uno, Scrabble, Boggle, Dominos, or playing cards. Enjoy our seashell & water bird guides & sand toys. Original watercolor paintings by the owner decorate the walls. The condo is decorated in refreshing, tropical colors.
STORAGE: There are roomy closets in both bedrooms, plenty of cabinets in the kitchen, a storage chest in the living room, & lots of dresser & cabinet space to store your personal items, including 3 dressers in the guest bedroom (perfect for families & snowbirds).
PAYMENT: We have flexible payment terms! We accept personal checks by mail or, through Paypal, Master Card, Visa, Discover. For last minute rentals, payment can be made through Paypal by either check or credit card.
CONVENIENT TO SHOPPING & ATTRACTIONS:
.9 mi to the Bob Sikes Bridge between Pensacola & Perdido Key (breathtaking views!)
2.1 mi to Winn-Dixie & Gray's Tackle
3.0 mi to Big Lagoon State Park--trail-walking, bird-watching, picnicking, and swimming in the lagoon
5.0 mi to the Pensacola Naval Air Station back gate
6.6 mi to Super Walmart & a new Target with a small grocery section
7.7 mi to the Orange Beach bridge
11.5 mi to the National Naval Aviation Museum
12.5 mi to Fort Barancas
15.46 mi to Joe Pattis Seafood
18.0 mi to Waterville Water Park
19.5 mi to Lulu's Restaurant and mini-golf
20.0 mi to Tanger Outlet
21.0 mi to Pinnacle Outlet Mall
50.0 mi to Fairhope, Alabama (great outing for the gals--shops and art galleries, picturesque and quaint town)
MILEAGE FROM AIRPORTS:
23 mi from Pensacola Regional Airport (PNS)
83.6 mi from Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)
329.5 mi from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, Atlanta (ATL)
NEARBY GOLF:
2.0 mi Lost Key Golf Club, 625 Lost Key Dr, Perdido Key
850 549-2160 public, 18 hole, par 72, 6810 yds
2.82 mi Perdido Bay Country Club, 1 Doug Ford Dr, Pensacola
850 492-1223 public, 18 hole, par 72, 7072 yds
AREA EVENTS:
JANUARY--
Polar Bear Dip at the Flora-Bama
FEBRUARY--
Pirates of Lost Treasure Mardi Gras Flotilla
Super Chili Bowl Cook-off at the Flora-Bama
Blue Angel Marathon Run
Gulf Coast Mardi Gras Parades
MARCH--
Taste of Perdido
Gulf Coast Renaissance Faire
Elberta German Sausage Festival
Boat Show at the Oyster Bar & Marina
APRIL--
Interstate Mullet Toss, the Mullet Man Triathlon, & the Mullet
Swing Golf Classic at the Flora-Bama
Pensacola Jazz Fest
MAY--
Spring Chamber Golf Tournament
Jammin'Jambalaya Cajun Crawfish Fest at the Flora-Bama
Bluegrass Music Fest at Big Lagoon State Park
Crawfish Creole Fiesta in Pensacola
Pirate's Cove Wood Boat Festival
Semi-Annual Luau at the Reef
JUNE--
Fiesta of Five Flags
Bill Hargreaves Fishing Rodeo at the Grand Lagoon Yacht Club
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
JULY--
Pickin' in the Park at Big Lagoon State Park
Blue Angels Air Show
AUGUST--
Thunder on the Gulf Powerboat Races
Sandstock at the Flora-Bama
SEPTEMBER--
Seafood Festival in Pensacola
Bama Blues & BBQ at the Flora-Bama
Coastal Cleanup at Big Lagoon State Park
Semi-Annual Luau at the Reef
OCTOBER--
National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores
Pensacola Interstate Fair
NOVEMBER--
Frank Brown Intl Songwriters' Festival
Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival in Pensacola
Fall Chamber Golf Tournament
Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show
Greek Festival in Pensacola
DECEMBER--
Pleasure Island Lighted Boat Parade
Christmas in the Park at Big Lagoon State Park
Make it to the Line Fun Run at the Flora-Bama
Magic Christmas in Lights at Bellingrath Gardens/Mobile
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : central
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : Luggage carts available
- Washer : in unit.
- Dryer : in unit.
- Off Street Parking : Gated
- Beds
- King Bed : in master
- Queen Bed : in guest bedroom, new mattress
- Bunk Bed : Captains bunks built into hallway
- Convertible Bed : queen size--in living room
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : at pool
- Cable/Satellite TV : 1 in living room, 1 in each bedroom
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Childrens' VHS's
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : heated pool with pergola area for partially shaded sunbathing
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Well-equipped,includes dining table seating 6 & breakfast bar seating 4, dish service for 8, lobster pot, cooktop griddle, blender, toaster, automatic coffeemaker, hand-mixer; tile floor, new quiet dishwasher, new electric range, new over-the-range microwave, refrigerator with ice maker, several sets of glasses & placemats for entertaining
- Cooking Utensils Provided : including barbecue tools
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher : new
- Microwave : new
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : in common area--next to picnic table & grassy play area
- Balcony : Table & chairs; L-shaped balcony w/ view of the sunrise in the morning & the sunset in the evening; panoramic views of the Gulf, Gulf Islands National Seashore, & Intercoastal Waterway
- Gazebo : In common area, lighted area w/ picnic table overlooking lagoon
- View/Location
- Ocean View : of the Gulf, Johnson Beach, & the Gulf Islands National Seashore Park from our L-shaped balcony (see our photos)
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone : free local calls
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Secure connection (in living room)
- Other Amenities
- Our 2nd home is equipped w/ 3 Beach Chairs, iron & new ironing board, 2 sets of patio doors that open to balcony, curved shower rods in both bathrooms for a more luxurious Shower by giving you the feel of a larger tub, Seashell & water bird guides, Storage chest in living room & 2 extra dressers in guest bedroom for your things, original watercolor paintings by the owner decorate the walls
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly : Sand toys, 2 boogie boards, jigsaw puzzles, Uno, Scrabble, Boggle, Dominos, playing cards, large grassy fenced-in play area
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 25
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Miniature golf
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Dolphin Cruises, beach chair/umbrella rental, inshore and offshore charter boat rentals for deep sea fishing or cruising, pontoon boat rentals, Garcon Bayou Nature Park nearby, watch the Blue Angels practice from our balcony!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter...Nov 1, 2011-Feb 29, 2012...$99/night $599/week $1099/mo
Spring...Mar 1-Apr 30, 2012...$129/night $759/week $1399/mo
Early Summer...May 1-June 16, 2012...$159/night $999/week
Peak Summer...June 17-August 4, 2012...$159/night $999/week 7 night min. Sat-Sat
Late Summer...Aug 5-Sept 8, 2012...$129/night $759/week
Fall...Sept 9, 2012-Oct 31, 2012...$109/night $649/week $1199/mo
$75 clng fee; $200 damage dep. refundable 14 days after departure;
Flexible payment plans; 1-2 night rentals subject to $50 reservation fee + tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Mar-Apr Spring Dates Available in Top 4th Floor End Unit Condo
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Grand Caribbean East & West
Perdido Key is quiet & peaceful, yet there are plenty of things to see & do & lots of restaurants nearby. The island of Perdido Key area is not as commercial or as congested as Panama City or Destin, yet it still has the white sand beaches & emerald water for which the Panhandle is renowned. Without crossing a street, the Gulf is just steps away. Grand Caribbean has excellent ocean views and is family-friendly. And the elevator makes it convenient to get up to their 4th floor condo. David was born & raised in Pensacola. Marilynn grew up in Illinois and had never traveled to the Panhandle of Florida until she was an adult. They vacationed with family in several properties before selecting their Grand Caribbean as their 2nd home. Marilynn now considers their Perdido Key home one of her favorite spots on earth!
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
David & Marilynn spend a lot of time enjoying the views from their top end unit L-shaped balcony. They love to entertain family & friends in the dining area which seats 6 at the table & 4 at the breakfast bar. Family & friends often spend the night; there is plenty of room to sleep 8--king bed in master, queen bed in guest room, bunks in hallway, brand new (April 2010) sleeper sofa in living room--being the top floor, there's no worries about hearing footsteps overhead. The Farrows like to take beach chairs their condo is equipped with down to the shore just steps away. From the shore, David goes fishing; Marilynn paints watercolors of local landscapes and wildlife (several of her paintings decorate the walls in the condo). They like to go on sightseeing trips & are always discovering something new about the Perdido Key & nearby Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, & Pensacola areas . For their guests, they've compiled a binder of brochures about their favorite spots--the Big Lagoon State Park, the Naval Aviation Museum, Gulf Islands National Seashore, to name just a few. On occasion, they're able to watch the Blue Angels practice from their balcony.
Get your fishing license, bait, & tackle here along with great advice about the best bait to use & current fishing conditions. 850 492-2666
A trip to the beach always includes, for us, a visit to family-owned & operated Lillian's Pizza for their award-winning pizza, salads, & sandwiches. Open 11AM-10PM daily. 850 492-0131
We enjoy sitting on the patio here & watching the great blue herons walk on the adjoining sand dunes while we're eating our lunch. The Shrimp Basket's cole slaw has tiny shrimp in it--yummy! Casual
The last time we visited here, my dad was with us. He wondered if the plane he worked on while he was in the Marine Corps was on display here. We asked a guide, & he took us right to it. You could
Check their website for practice times. One of our recent guests actually got their autographs!
Picturesque community with Olde South look & feel. Visit boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, rose garden, boardwalk.
Walk on the boardwalk trail through this amazing bog filled with wildflowers. Depending on the season, see native wildflowers including orchids & the exotic insect-eating pitcher plant. Bring your c
We love this park for trail-walking, bird-watching, picnicking, & swimming in the lagoon!
Take a drive here on a rainy day to pick up some fresh seafood. They'll even prepare it for you! Bring your camera!
Owner's Map of Grand Caribbean East & West
David & Marilynn Farrow have been business & rental property owners-managers for over 25 years. Providing excellent customer service has always been their focus. David Farrow currently owns and operates a transmission shop & an appliance repair business in Cherokee County, GA. He is a veteran of the US Army. Marilynn is a special needs preschool teacher and artist. They have 3 grown sons and 1 grandson. David & Marilynn love the Lord and serve in their church in its new members' class. They have recently become "foster grandparents." David is also an altar counselor and is on the executive board of Next Step Ministries, which provides Christian therapeutic day care for special needs young adults.
Property Photos
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- Living room opens to balcony & has brand new queen sofa bed, Wi-Fi, Cable TV - Perdido Key Vacation Rentals
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- New Feb '11 Living Rm Rocker-Recliner & Swivel Chair Owner-Tested for Comfort! - Perdido Key Vacation Rentals
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- Our dining area overlooks the balcony--table seats 6 4 more @ breakfast bar - Perdido Key Vacation Rentals
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- Fully Equipped Kitchen w/ Views Thru French Doors. New Appliances & B'fast Bar!
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- Master bedroom has king bed, ceiling fan, TV with DVD, and its own full bath
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- Guest bedroom has queen bed w/ new mattress, ceiling fan, TV w/ DVD, & full bath
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- Perfect for kids after a day at Perdido Key, cozy bunks are built into hallway
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- Dine or relax on our balcony as you view the Intercoastal Waterway to the north
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- Looking south from our balcony, the Gulf is steps away via our new boardwalk
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- Gated Pool area has Jacuzzi, plenty of chaise lounges & pergola, restrooms
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- Sunbathe in the shade of the pergola, then jump in adjoining pool to cool off!
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- Our Grand Caribbean East condo is the top 4th floor end unit on the right
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- Johnson Beach--white sand and emerald waters! Bring our beach chairs down!
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- From our balcony, you can watch Blue Angels practice! This shot taken April '10
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- Catch the excitement of Fishing from shore w/ expert advice from Gray's Tackle
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- Take home memories like this! Sunrise over Nat'l Seashore from Johnson Beach!
Traveler Reviews (63)
Pat Minzner pminzner@zoomtown.com
Guest: Indiana spirit
(Lawrenceburg, IN)
Date of Stay: 08/03/11
Review Submitted: 08/18/11
We had a great experience. Totally relaxing - no stress/ We loved your condo, everything was exactly as described. Very clean and well maintained. Everything worked. You were most helpful during the rnetal process. While there we went on a dophin cruise. I can't remember the name of the place, but it is the marina located directly at the Alabama state line. We also love the Golf Coast Zoo in Alabama which we visited on our way back to Indiana. The zoo, with the close animal encounters was definitely worth it,. Your condo was the best one we have stayed in over the past 4 years. It was our first time in the Panhandle.. Our only regret was that it had to end. We will definitely return - stay at your place if possible - and have already recommended it to friends. Thanks for sharing your second home.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
A Wonderful Vacation
Guest: Whitney
(Marietta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/17/11
This beautiful condo has lots of room, is clean, has colorful and fresh decor, beautiful views off the balcony, large pool area with lots of lounge chairs, nice beach access and beach area is not too crowded. A wonderful beach retreat and a great place to get away. Thanks David and Marilynn! My family loved it!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Jessica
Guest: Jessica
(Cypress TX)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
We loved the condo! It was perfect for me, my husband, our three kids and my mother. It was a very family friendly condo. I have a nine month old little girl so I was very pleased to walk in and see outlet covers covering all of the outlets. The board games kept my 11 year old busy and the sand toys kept my 3 year old busy. Tuesday and Wednesday morning we were able to eat breakfast on the balcony and watch the Blue angels practice. It was so peaceful and relaxing, we hated to leave. My husband and I are already planning our vacation for next year and we would love to stay here again!
Recommended for:Families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great place for a family vacation!
Guest: Amber
(Georgia)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 06/22/11
We loved the condo! We brought 2 young boys and 2 teens and 2 adults and we all slept comfortably and had plenty of space. Everything is in great shape, even have water toys and beach chairs to use! You just go downstairs to the pool and it is an easy walk to the beach. The owners replied quickly to all our questions and even helped us out while we were there in finding a mail/fax place. They were very hospitable!! I would highly reccomend this condo for families wanting a relaxing and fun vacation! Amber C.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Late Spring
Guest: Ginny
(Macon, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 04/25/11
Review Submitted: 05/27/11
We grew up in Pensacola and joined some of our family that still live there. Great balcony and we enjoyed the pool in the afternoons. Short walk to the beach. We really enjoyed running down Johnson's Beach road- great breeze and the Blue Angels were practicing overhead. Our in town family would consider any last minute openings/ cancelations.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Perdido Key charmer
Guest: Syl
(Newport, RI)
Date of Stay: 03/01/11
Review Submitted: 05/04/11
All I can say is that this property was perfect! We loved the condo, the location and the people/staff we met. We stayed here for eight weeks and hated to leave. The Farrows have provided a very clean, comfortable space and we felt we were in paradise. We fit right in with the neighbors and it became our home for the duration of our visit. We loved the view from the balcony and literally spent every waking minute we could out there from dawn to late in the evening; watching the sun rise, the Gulf, the lagoon, the Blue Angels, Johnson Beach and the stars at night. The location was perfect for us and as we gathered with friends and family, we relaxed and became rejuvenated. The Farrows provided driving directions for us and personally inspected the property prior to our arrival. It was good to know that they are active owners and took special care to keep their home in perfect order. We have and will recommend this property to all our friends and family.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Awesome!
Guest: Mark
(Indiana)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/06/10
We Had a wonderful stay at this beautiful condo. From the mouths of babes it was "awesome". Our families got to get together for a short time of reunion. Thanks for sharing your home with us. God Bless you and your family..
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Guest: Michelle T., Port Allen, Louisiana
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Date of Stay: 08/05/10
Review Submitted: 08/06/10
An e-mail from our guest: Mrs. Marilynn, Thanks so much for letting us stay at your condo. We had a wonderful time. I wish I was still there. Your condo is really nice and we were quite comfortable there. Thanks again, Michelle T.
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Guest: Scott & Alisa L., Knoxville, TN
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Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/06/10
From our in-condo guestbook: Thank you so much for the wonderful time we had. The condo was great; it had everything we needed. The beach was great the first day we arrived but then with the storms at sea it turned into an oily mess. We did spend a lot of time on the sound at the National Park and had a great time. We have been praying for all the people that have been affected by the oil spill in the Gulf and will continue to do so. We talked to a lot of people that are concerned about the future. May God bless you and your family. Thanks for a great week despite the condition of the beach. Hope to return next year! Go Vols!
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Guest: Kim C.
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Date of Stay: 06/19/10
Review Submitted: 07/06/10
Dear Marilynn & David, Thanks so much for sharing your home AGAIN! Once again, you helped our family build some fabulous memories and start building new ones with the new grandbaby. We had a wonderful time and can't wait till next time! --358 days and counting! God Bless!
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