"Legasea," Old Florida Beachfront Charm with Two Screen Porches, Sleeps 7
About the property
- House1900 sqft
- Bedrooms3
- Sleeps7
- Bathrooms2
- Half Baths0
- Mininum Stay6 - 7 nights
From the moment you walk into “Legasea,” you’ll feel the weight of the world lifted off your shoulders. Whether upstairs or downstairs, you will sigh when you open the wide French doors to truly awe-inspiring views. The entire house is decorated with a soothing color palette and charming eclectic style.
This beachfront house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and sleeps 7. You can choose to dine at the spacious kitchen counter, at the table by the windows opening to the breeze, or climb the stairs to the upper screen porch to enjoy the spectacular views with your dinner.
You can watch the sun rise from the king sized bed in the master bedroom, which connects to the screen porch and to the master bathroom.
The second upstairs bedroom contains a queen bed and a twin bed. The third bedroom, which contains a queen size bed, is downstairs next to the second bathroom. Beautifully decorated in ocean colors, both bedrooms enjoy gorgeous natural light.
Surrounded by beauty such as this, you’ll want to spend time just sitting and staring and taking it all in. Or lie in the hammock and gaze up at the tall pines as the gentle lap of the waves lulls you into a much-needed nap. Go a few more steps to your own beach deck with chairs and umbrella. Collect shells and explore living sea animals as you stroll the beach from Grassy Point to Stingray Point. Go fishing or cast a net off the dock or scoop up some blue crabs. Use the two kayaks provided to explore the area by water.
If you find you can’t entirely tear yourself away from civilization, the family room provides a Smart TV and DVD player with a variety of family movies. There is an additional TV upstairs in the master bedroom. Internet is provided and there is a landline telephone in case of emergencies.
On a natural beach on the “Forgotten Coast” of the Gulf of Mexico far from crowds and commercialization, the area around St. Teresa provides one of the most diverse eco-systems in North America. You may see dolphins, manatees, the exotic local white squirrels, and even the occasional Florida black bear, not to mention every kind of shore bird you can imagine.
Legasea is located within the Bay North gated community. Bay North contains its own swimming pool, tennis courts, and plenty of open space in which the kids can play if they tire of the beach. The children’s laughter as they play outside all day will take you back to when this was “Camp Weed,” a summer church camp.
When you visit Legasea, you’ll know that you’re in a truly unique place, and will understand why St. Teresa has been the most beloved spot in the world for generations of families.
Owner
Caroline Francis
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 16, 2018
About Caroline Francis
I was fortunate enough to spend the best parts of every summer at St. Teresa with my grandparents who built a little cottage here in the 1920's. No matter how the world was changing, the beauty and serenity of St. Teresa remained a constant in the lives of me and my family.
Caroline Francis purchased this House in 2012
Why Caroline Francis chose Franklin County
Sharing the old St. Teresa cottage with aunts and uncles and cousins was a lot of fun, but when we had a chance to buy our own place, we jumped on it! I always envied my Tallahassee cousins who were able to come visit St. Teresa more often throughout the year, and now count myself truly blessed to be able to spend more time here. It's been one of the greatest blessings of my life to watch yet another generation grow to love the beauty and simplicity of times gone by in this special place.
What makes this House unique
St. Teresa gives us a chance to really get away from it all. Being a beach and nature lover, I can stay outside all day and not even think about turning on the TV! Plenty of friends, however, prefer to bask by the pool, so the Bay North amenities offer a nice balance. When we first looked at the house from the back, we were not that impressed, but when we walked around to the front, it took our breath away. Having already been in love with St. Teresa, we loved the way this house is tucked back among the pines. We did a total renovation to transform this into our home, enlarging and modernizing spaces, changed the deck downstairs into a screen porch, and added an additional screen porch upstairs. Our favorite thing to do is to sit in the rocking chairs upstairs and look out at the changing of the tides. It's our hope that our "Legasea" to you will be the peace and contentment a stay at St. Teresa can bring.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
- Master1 king, Opens to amazing views from screened porch
- Bedroom 21 queen, 1 twin/ single, Upstairs, 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed, beautiful natural light
- Bedroom 31 queen, Main level, queen bed, next to bathroom with tub
Bathrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Mastertoilet, shower, Double vanity sink, granite countertops, glass shower
- Bathroom 2toilet, combination tub/shower, tub
- Additional shower outside
Location Type
- Beach ViewWe think you'll agree it's the most beautiful, unspoiled beach view ever!
- BeachfrontRight on the "Forgotten Coast" of the Gulf of Mexico, we are protected by a sand bar, making the waves more gentle than the open waters further west. Ideal for nature lovers and children of all ages!
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Linens Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Clothes Dryer
- Living RoomFlows from kitchen onto downstairs screen porch with amazing beach views. Beautifully decorated.
- ParkingParking area for 3 cars in driveway behind house. Sorry, no RV's or motorhomes allowed in Bay North.
- TelephoneLandline provided for local calls and emergencies.
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee MakerKeurig
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- KitchenOpens to family room and screened porch with beautiful views to beach.
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry ItemsSome pantry items are provided. Please ask owner.
- Refrigerator
- StoveElectric
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningDining area in family room or at kitchen counter. Additional dining area on scenic screen porch upstairs. Booster seat available.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 9 people
Entertainment
- BooksNature field guides, leisure reading, and some children's book provided.
- DVD PlayerA DVD player is attached to the big screen TV downstairs.
- GamesVariety of family board games provided. Corn hole provided for outdoor fun.
- Satellite / CableDish Network provided.
- StereoI-Home clock radio with I-phone syncing capability provided.
- TelevisionLarge flatscreen TV in family room on main level, additional TV in master bedroom upstairs.
- ToysSand toys, coloring books provided. Plastic baby pool available.
- Video LibraryVariety of family movies provided.
Outside
- BalconyWatch the sunset from your rocking chair on the screened porches upstairs or downstairs.
- Deck / PatioDeck with chairs and umbrella provided.
- GolfSt. James Bay golf course is nearby.
- Kayak / Canoe2 kayaks with paddles are provided.
- Lawn / GardenSpacious lawn for playing. Pawley's Island hammock hung among trees by beach.
- Outdoor GrillGas grill provided
- TennisBay North community tennis courts
- Water Sports GearA public ramp or Alligator Point Marina are both nearby.
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolBay North has its own fenced pool available to guests.
Attractions
- festivals
- marina
- museums
- restaurants
Leisure Activities
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- photography
- scenic drives
- shelling
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Sports & Adventure Activities
- sailing
- deepsea fishing
- fly fishing
- golf
- kayaking
- pier fishing
- fishing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
Notes
- Click on this link to my Insiders Guide for personal comments about local restaurants and things to do: http://bit.ly/2pKTZgZ
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
2 Reviews
Latest reviews
This may be Florida's forgotten coast, but the "Legesea" is unforgettable.
The perfect home and the perfect week!
Thanks so much for your kind words. I'm so glad that Legasea at St. Teresa was all that you'd hoped for. Come back often!
Location
The "Forgotten Coast" is far from crowds and commercialism. The beauty of natural, secluded beaches is the attraction. Though small, the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab nearby in Panacea is well worth the trip for young and old. There are a number of small fishing towns nearby, and Apalachicola, which offers quaint shopping and cultural activities is 40 minutes away.