Location: Old Florida Village, Santa Rosa Beach, Beaches of South Walton, Florida North West, Florida, USA (350 yards from the Beach of the Gulf of Mexico!)
Accommodations: Beach House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-8)
From the minute you walk in the front door at Beachniks, you feel the stress fading away. Luxuriously comfy furniture, cool tile floors, cheery West Indies style decor, and no worries. This new house immediately feels like home, without the chores and honey-do list!
This two-bedroom jewel has everything you’re looking for to make your vacation perfect! Great restaurants, coffee shop, and boutiques are all located in Gulf Place, a half-mile walk away in exclusive Santa Rosa Beach, where no building may be taller than four stories. No crowds or high-rises, just friendly people and beautiful beaches.
The biggest decision you have to make every morning is where to enjoy your cup of coffee: in the cozy overstuffed rocker recliner in the reading nook? In the glider on the master bedroom’s private balcony listening to the birds in the Florida pine forest out back? Or on one of the other porches, furnished with Adirondack chairs made by a local artisan.
Both bedrooms have a wall-mounted TV with built-in VCR/DVD player. So when the kids wake up in the bunk beds, they might not disturb your sleep right away! You can feel free to go for a sunrise walk on the beach, or just to sleep in, which you’ll want to do in the new king-sized bed in the palm-tree themed master bedroom, made extra special with a beautiful hand-painted dresser, luxury bedding, and private bath.
The second bedroom, decorated in a bright and colourful nautical beach theme, has a bunk bed, and comfy overstuffed couch that pulls out into a queen-sized bed if needed. Plenty of space in this large bedroom for the kids to spread out. And they have their own cheerful private bath and balcony! They deserve a vacation, too!
The upstairs includes a reading nook – feel free to trade out your old novels for something you’ve never read in our bookcase, as you settle into the tropical-print recliner for some quiet time. But in case you feel the need to be connected, Beachniks also has wireless internet capability for your laptop.
Downstairs, you’ll feel right at home in the comfortable furnishings. The sofa also pulls out into a queen-sized bed if needed. A cleverly hidden recliner will make Dad happy as he listens to music on the Bose stereo system or watches the 32” TV, if Mom lets him turn it on. There’s also a downstairs powder room, decorated with fun and whimsy in cool tropical blue.
Beach access is just 350 yards away. The white sand beaches and crystal emerald waters are unparalleled – this is what you came for! Lifeguards watch over you and the new friends your family will make on the beach. If you just need a quick dip, one of two community pools is right outside the front door.
Options abound for mealtime. There are literally dozens of local restaurants, so that you’ll have a choice between seafood or steak, family or fine dining, traditional fare or unique international cuisine. The bright, airy kitchen is fully equipped should you choose to stay in for the evening. One option here is to visit Goatfeathers fresh seafood market, located in the downstairs portion of their restaurant just across 30-A.
The local area offers plenty to do when you’re not soaking up sun. In the summertime, take your blanket to Gulf Place, sit in the grassy amphitheatre and enjoy an evening outdoor concert or wander through the artists’ booths.
A bike path runs all along 30-A, leading to Topsail State Park in one direction, or the famous community of Seaside in the other. Seaside and Watercolor are 6 miles from Old Florida Village. Nearby Grayton Beach (2 miles) has a bohemian feel to its shopping and restaurant area. The Red Bar (restaurant) should not be missed.
For brighter lights and a faster pace, Destin awaits. A 20-minute drive will lead you past several championship golf courses, San Destin, Baytowne Wharf, the Silver Sands Outlet Mall, and into the heart of Destin with fishing, go-carts, boa
Vacation Rental Features
- Activities
- Beach, Hiking, Biking, Golf, Miniature Golf, Amusement Parks, Fishing, Shopping, Restaurants, Cinemas, Museums, Swimming, Snorkeling/Diving, Boating, Windsurfing, Parasailing, Jet Skiing, Shelling, Sandcastle Building & General Decompression.
- Amenities
- This house is loaded with all the tools to help make your vacation a wonderful memory. Fully equipped kitchen with a full-size refigerator including icemaker, microwave and dishwasher; TV/DVD/VCR combo in both bedrooms; 35" screen TV with VCR and DVD in the living area; Bose stereo system including CD player; Air Conditioning; Cable TV throughout; Wireless Hi-Speed Internet capability; Cooking Utensils Provided; Full-size Washer and Dryer; linens provided; Two Community Pools; Gas Grill.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring Break ...... (Mar 8 - Mar 31, 2008) .. $850/week
Spring ............ (Apr 1 - May 29) ........ Booked
Summer ............ (May 30 - Aug 21) ........ $1290/week (Sat. to Sat. only)
Fall .............. (Aug 24 - Oct 31) ........ $ 950/week
Winter............. (Nov 01 - Feb 28, 2009) .. $ 675/week .. $1200/month
Age Requirement: Must Be 25 Years Old to Rent.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- - Old Florida Village Home just 350 yards from the Beach of the Gulf of Mexico!
- Bright Spaces Create Smiling Faces! - Old Florida Village Home just 350 yards from the Beach of the Gulf of Mexico!
- Comfortable and Inviting Living Area Helps you Relax! - Old Florida Village Home just 350 yards from the Beach of the Gulf of Mexico!
- Large screen Sony TV and a Bose stereo if you need a little downtime
- Master BR Decorated with Palm Theme to Boost the Beach Mood!
- Bunks and a Sleeper Sofa (Photo 5) in a large 2nd BR are ideal for kids!
- Queen sleeper in 2 BR adds flexibility and leaves plenty of floor room!
- Snuggle up in the Reading Nook with a great book or morning coffee
- The closest of two community pools is 100 feet out the front door!
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Sharon and David Smith , Tallahassee,Florida
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Keith Adams ,
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Our family of three had such a great time! It's so hard to leave. We loved lounging at the beach every day. Beautiful weather!! We visited the seafood market at Goatfeathers several times this week and enjoyed wonderful seafood dishes at "home". Basmatis had the best sushi in town and the shopping at Silver Sands in SanDestin was fantastic. Thanks for sharing your home! We'll be back.
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Jack & Lana Pals , Orient, Iowa
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We had a wonderful time this week! The weather was warm and sunny all week - we relaxed at the beach every day - picking up seashells and swimming. It was a perfect week.