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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.

SPECIAL OFFER- May ONLY: Book 3 Nights and Get 1 FREE! (Please inquire to receive your 1 Free night!)

Sitting On The Sound is a 1BR/1BA cozy home on the bay and has a new owner with all new upgrades from new living room and deck furniture to painting. This property includes a hand-launch ramp for kayaks—trailers cannot be backed in for launching. This home has a fully stocked kitchen, charcoal BBQ grill, standard coffee pot, cable tv & wifi. This home will sleep 4 maximum with a king size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room.

Check out our adjacent property! Bay Watch

PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR CANCELATION POLICY

Inquire about our winter monthly rates.

PETS MUST BE APPROVED BY OWNER

*While this home is pet friendly there is a 2 limit max on pets. Pet fee is non-refundable and is $100 per pet

JUNE & JULY has a 7 night minimum, with a Saturday-Saturday booking.

Just minutes to Downtown Carrabelle, City Boat Ramp, 5 minutes to Carrabelle Beach. Places to visit in the surrounding area include: Tate's Hell Nature Trail, the Historic Carrabelle Lighthouse and Museum, Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum, Dog Island Ferry excursions, charter fishing, kayaking, cycling paths across the road, guided boat tours at Wakulla Springs, Panacea's Gulf Specimen Marine Lab (with touch pools for children), Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, a variety of local seafood eateries and a local supermarket.Close by is the beautiful St. James Bay Golf Course and Resort 370 Acres of Golf Community, Resort Style 18 hole Play golf course designed by Robert Walker. The Famous Crooked River Grill is just 15 minutes away. Located a little over an hour's drive from Tallahassee, and only twenty minutes from St. George Island and Apalachicola, this retreat can be tailored to your own adventurous spirit.
Come and discover the true meaning of "The Forgotten Coast".
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
ALLOWED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A signed rental agreement must be completed by guest
A pet fee of $100 is required per pet where applicable

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1339855
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Carrabelle

Located in Carrabelle, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Island View Park and Carrabelle Beach, while Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Carrabelle, FL

What's nearby

  • Carrabelle History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near Gulf Avenue - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carrabelle Beach - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • St. George Island Beach - 30 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 36 min drive - 53.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fishermans Wife - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fathoms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪SOS GALLEY - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jill Lee s soup kitchen feeding the neighborhood kids - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. on Aug 15, 2026 start from $182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carrabelle History Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Island View Park and Carrabelle Beach. Camp Gordon Johnston Museum and Crooked River Lighthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 160 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty and comfortable. There isn't a dishwasher in the property, and you can't see the sunrise or sunset like some of the reviews say, but it's very quiet and we did see manatee and lots of fish and birds. It's a great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and property, would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well stocked. The neighborhood was peaceful with very little traffic. The view from the deck is gorgeous. We enjoyed watching the birds and dolphins. This was a very relaxing stay. The host communicated great and is top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

K M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking was easy and for multiple cars. The house is cute and has a great view of the water easy access for biking or walking to town. The back deck needs some painting and few boards replaced. My only other issues was few dirty dishes and the tolit sit way to close to the small shower. The water pressure and temperature was good in the shower. Loved the sitting area in the bedroom over looking the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and comfortable. Beautiful views. Had everything needed for our short stay. Would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views! Love the quietness of Carrabelle.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

M D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Location close to the water with beautiful scenery, sunrises & sunsets, and wildlife. Street in front had very light traffic; very quiet all day; clean rooms & furnishings; binoculars for bird watching. Approx. half hour from several public beaches & boat ramp & fishing dock nearbyCons: no salt, pepper, condiments, coffee, shampoo or shower soap. We stayed 3rd week of February 2026.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place to Stay

Perfect location for a panhandle vacation.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tho home was secluded and very peaceful. Get a kayak and explore the sound and then spend the evening watching the sunset from the balcony! Fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jw c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay…

Beautiful scenery….with clean and enjoyable accommodations!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for the lovely review. Please come and stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Wonderful place on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. Have your morning coffee overlooking the water, and watching the sunrises/sunsets never get old. Please book again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - great views - cozy - well equipped

Definitely recommend this for a stay. One of our favorite so far.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

This was our second time staying at Sitting on the Sound. It is great for a laid back and relaxed beach getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David & Francine U.

Great place! Beautiful view! Highly recommend!

Love the boat ramp is only a block away! Really nice getaway, very relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
This house is a must see,you will love the views and sunsets. Real close to town and of course the boat ramp and marinas. Please come and see for yourself!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples vacay.

Perfect cozy quiet location. My husband and I enjoyed our relaxing weekend at this beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

The view is amazing! We’ll go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARJORIE O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay

What a great place to stay. It was right on the water with amazing views. We could launched our kayaks right behind the house and it was very convenient to everything in town. Loved it and did not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
This is the perfect getaway. Quite and secluded but yet close to everything.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture perfect

A slice of heaven !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elijah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing

Very quiet and peaceful, yet very accessible to the small towns nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway spot

We had a great weekend and even the dogs did too . We plan on going back! Highly recommended getaway place .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marshall L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sublime peace!

Excellent view, location and thoughtfully supplied!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Came for the weekend to go to the blue crab festival and St. George island. And also eat some of the best oysters ever at the Station in Apalachicola
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Sitting on the balcony was beautiful day or night . We loved it and will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gidget S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful little place

My husband and I had a nice, peaceful stay at Sitting on the Sound. It was cozy and quaint, just what we needed. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Great place with great view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Great place overlooking the bay, beautiful sunrises/sunsets!

About the host

Hosted by Janalyn Dowden

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