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Exterior
Pool
Pool
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 184036.5 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Bunk Beds

6 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Waterfront (by Ember Stays)

The Waterfront is a lakefront retreat located directly on Oyster Lake and just one block from Dune Allen Beach along Florida’s Scenic 30A. Designed for groups, this professionally furnished home sleeps up to eighteen guests and features a private heated pool and hot tub, private dock access, and expansive indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. With beach access, lake views, and resort style amenities, The Waterfront offers a rare coastal stay built for connection and comfort.

The space

• Sleeps 18 across multiple bedrooms and bunk rooms
• En suite bedrooms for privacy
• Private heated pool and hot tub
• Direct access to Oyster Lake with private dock
• Located one block from Dune Allen Beach
• Fully stocked gourmet kitchen with oversized island
• Large indoor dining and gathering spaces
• Outdoor entertaining area with BBQ, HDTV, wet bar, and wine cooler
• Multiple gathering areas with HDTVs
• Laundry on multiple levels
• Two car garage

Included home amenities

• 1 six seater golf cart
• 6 beach cruiser bikes

Home layout

Floor One

• Private heated pool and hot tub
• King bedroom with en suite bathroom and HDTV
• Bunk room with two queen over queen beds, en suite bathroom, and HDTV
• Gourmet kitchen with eight burner stove and large island
• Large dining table
• Gathering area with HDTV and fireplace
• Outdoor seating for eight with BBQ, HDTV, half bathroom, wet bar, and wine cooler
• Laundry room with washer and dryer
• Two car garage with golf cart and bikes
• Private pier with dock access to Oyster Lake

Floor Two

• King bedroom with en suite bathroom and HDTV
• King bedroom with HDTV
• Bunk room with queen over queen beds and HDTV
• Laundry area with stacked washer and dryer
• Outdoor balcony and gathering space

Floor Three

• Crow’s nest seating and gathering area

Your stay

The Waterfront is designed for effortless coastal living. Mornings begin with lake views and coffee on the dock, afternoons move easily between the beach and pool, and evenings gather the group around outdoor dining and fireside lounging. With direct lake access, walkable beach proximity, and flexible spaces for all ages, this home is ideal for family vacations and group beach getaways.

Local Highlights

• Dune Allen Beach access half a mile
• Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club seven tenths of a mile
• Gulfplace dining and shops one and a half miles
• Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar one and a half miles
• Seaside shops and food trucks eight miles

Parking

Two car garage and driveway parking available.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Outcast Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pub Grimes - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterfront (by Ember Stays) have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront (by Ember Stays)?

As of Apr 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront (by Ember Stays) on Jun 21, 2026 start from $2,171, 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.

Is The Waterfront (by Ember Stays) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront (by Ember Stays)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront (by Ember Stays)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Waterfront (by Ember Stays) located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

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7.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Great family vaction home.

Everyone really enjoyed our stay at The Waterfront home. Jake the property manager, did a great with all our communications. Thanks, The Mitchell Family
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Great spot for multi-family stay

The view over the lake was beautiful. The home had plenty of space for our 3 families to spread out. The kids enjoyed fishing off the dock and playing in the pool. Very simple to access the nearby public beaches and having the 6 seater golfcart made transporting beach gear easy. Definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Brooke G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
We had extremely high hopes for this property, but overall were disappointed. First, the cleanliness of the house needs to improve. We noticed dirt and dust under chairs, multiple things in the kitchen were unclean. Many things in the house were damaged (doors, tp holders). The biggest issue was we rented a property with a golf cart due to having two elderly guests with us and the golf cart was in the garage, caked in sand, with a flat tire. We notified the host immediately and had to follow up multiple times. It was still not fixed after. Many of the bike tires were not in great shape. The ice machine advertised was sitting in the corner of the garage, completely not functional. There were not enough towels and wash rags for the number of people on the listing. When we went to use the pool in the hot tub, it was freezing cold. It took hours to heat up. Communication started lacking after we asked for things to be fixed. It is obvious things are not thoroughly checked or cleaned after each stay. Very disappointed as someone who has stayed at multiple properties in this area. Avoid this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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