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Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach!

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A two-story house with a swimming pool, a garage, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a river.
Gulf Trace Drone Alt 2
A dining area with wicker chairs, a wooden table, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to South Walton Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

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Gulf Trace, FL
  • Place, Grayton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

First Floor - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Bonus Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor - Master Bathroom

First Floor - Powder Room

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Grayton Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Blue Mountain Beach and Coleman Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting.
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Gulf Trace, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Coleman Beach - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Destin Beaches - 32 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mimmo’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach! 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 Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Breeze - Custom Home, Grayton Beach, 30A, Private Pool, Steps to the Beach! located?

Located in Grayton Beach, this vacation home is steps from South Walton Beaches and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Coleman Beach. Grayton Beach and Blue Mountain Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our family had an enjoyable stay at Gulf Trace. Our house was clean and close to the beach.

Our family loved the quiet and privacy of Gulf Trace. We loved staying at the home we rented.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 7, 2022
Thank you for booking with Ocean Reef! We love to hear about great experiences such as yours. Be sure to contact us when you are ready to return to the beautiful beaches.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for family beach vacation

The house was in a great neighborhood, close to the beach. The house is in great shape and has plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Check in was easy. The bedding and towels were first rate. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 2, 2024
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time here. Thank you for your review and for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this property but it is starting to show some wear and tear.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 15, 2025
Thank you for sharing your review. We genuinely value your input and would love to hear any suggestions you may have on how we can improve future stays. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with your thoughts. We appreciate you choosing us as your destination!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Breeze

We love this property and have stayed there many times over the years. It does need some TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 19, 2023
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. Please let us know if we can assist in any future travel plans you may have.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing vacation

Amazing house with perfect pool. Spacious, beautiful and clean! Kitchen had all items needed. Private property and one min walking distance to the beach! The only downfall was i needed to buy extra trash bags, napkins, and toilet paper because we were a family of 12 and we stayed for 5 days. Overall, i recommend the house and we will definitely book again next year! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 26, 2022
Fantastic! We are happy knowing you enjoyed your time here on our beautiful shores. Let us know when you are ready to start planning another trip! Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great spring break with the kids

This was a very comfortable house with 2 families and teenage kids. Lots of room for everyone. Quiet neighborhood and easy walk to beach. My only complaint was that we didn't know the pool wasn't heated so we would not have booked it if we knew that. It is very cold in the ocean in spring and a heated pool is a must. Beds were comfortable. Service came within 3 minutes of calling (not kidding) when we were having trouble turning the heater on in the house. We will definitely stay there again- in the summer months!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
Great news to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the beach! We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great trip and stay, but….

A few minor quibbles: -garage code did not work. Keypad didn’t light when buttons pressed. Probably dead or no battery -several remotes were missing batteries -sound system downstairs was disconnected. Loose cables. We had a tech with us that was able to correct -we were advised that the grill at this unit was gas, but it was charcoal -popsicle stick was in the garbage disposal. -old bacon was in bottom of oven Otherwise, a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2022
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department and will have them rectified as soon as possible. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall good - House needs a little attention

Overall our stay was a very good one. The house was ready on time and equipped as advertised. The location is great! Some things we discovered you need to know: Upon arrival inspection found an empty potato chip bag under the bed in second floor bedroom. The outlet underneath the island counter is missing a cover plate and screws - it’s the perfect height for a small child to grab and be shocked. The garage door needs to be adjusted. It bounces back open when attempting to close. There is mold growing in the cabinet above the microwave. The trash can holder bottom plate was off and the screws are stripped. Dining room fixture needs light bulbs. Thank you, Jesse Williamso
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2024
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department and will have them rectified as soon as possible. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house & location, spacious, some minor recommendations for improvement

Overall, we had a great stay at Gulf Breeze. We did run into a few maintenance issues, but the folks at Ocean Reef were helpful and responsive. The kitchen was pretty well-stocked but could use some pot holders. The house is very spacious and well-designed for our needs. The kids loved the pool and found it to be a good size. The beach access is a short, convenient walk. Ample parking was available, but don't expect to be able to close the garage door with an SUV inside. Also I can't vouch for all the beds, but my husband and I slept on one of the queen-sized beds. It was not very comfortable and extremely noisy/squeaky, especially while getting into and out of the bed. The common area upstairs has nice blackout window treatments for the early morning sun. The upstairs bedrooms facing east would also benefit from similar shades as the existing blinds were not very effective in blocking the morning sunlight/heat. Another simple fix would be to give the front loading washing machine a good bleach cleaning to remove the built up gunk. Doormats inside the entrances (front door and sliding glass door) would help to keep sand from being tracked in, and the sofa covers are showing some wear and tear. All in all, it's a great house that we would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2022
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back to our beautiful shores soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful home, but some misinformation in listing.

My family of 12 (my parents in their 60’s, my husband and I, along with two of my siblings with their spouses and kids) stayed here for spring break and we really enjoyed ourselves! A few things I’d like to note that future renters might find helpful: -the two rooms listed as queen rooms are actually full beds. This was frustrating as they were uncomfortably small for two of the couples who were planning to have larger beds since that is what’s listed. -the pool is not heated -the grill is a charcoal -this property has both a Keurig and a full coffee maker! In addition to the misinformation on the bed sizes, we were also disappointed to find that the umbrella holes in the shallow end of the pool are unable to support an umbrella due to what appears to be broken umbrellas stuck in the holes. Which wouldn’t have been a huge deal, but having that option for our small kids is one of the reasons we booked this property. I’d also suggest a new patio table by the pool, the one that’s there is uneven and in bad shape. We had to keep propping a leg to keep it steady. But overall we really enjoyed our stay! Highlights: The location was perfect, and the walk to the beach is easy. Plus the beach was never crowded (and it was spring break!) I appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was with nice pots/pans and utensils. The bathrooms were all clean, large and modern! The bunk room was perfect for kids, and having access to the garage to store beach items was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 18, 2023
We are very sorry that you ran into these problems during your stay. I can assure you that all items mentioned have been added into work orders and will be taken care of promptly. Please do not let this deter you from using our services in the future as we strive to make each guests stay as comfortable and problem free as possible. We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Get What You Pay For

This is our fourth stay in this neighborhood and absolutely love the location to the beach. We originally picked this home because of the price and the location of the beach. While the rental was spacious enough for my family of 5 and our extended family (additional 7 people), there needs to be some serious improvements to the property. First there needs to be more attention to cleaning of the property. With little ones crawling on the ground, there was quite a bit of sand on the floor upon arrival including a large amount of sand under the rug in the living room. In addition all bathrooms have mold on the ceilings due to poor circulation - the ventilation fans do not work well at all. The pool was filthy (dead crab in the pool along with a lot of debris) upon arrival. It wasn’t until our fourth day into the stay and after four calls/messages that the pool was actually cleaned. The kitchen is not well-equipped for cooking (very few pots and pans, skillets very small with broken handles) which is especially important in a large home where families are staying with small children and with it being difficult to go out with the concerns of covid. Lastly, there is a charcoal grill - not gas grill. This information should be clearly stated in the property details. I didn’t know people even used charcoal grills unless you were camping or tailgating! We also could not find any grilling utensils to be used. We will not staying at this property again unless there are significant improvements made and even then it is questionable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
We are very sorry that you ran into these problems during your stay. I can assure you that all items mentioned have been added into work orders and will be taken care of promptly. Please do not let this deter you from using our services in the future as we strive to make each guests stay as comfortable and problem free as possible. We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Thanksgiving 2021

We like this property for it's size and location and have stayed here before. This visit, we think the property could use some TLC - carpet and furniture is rather worn and it was not as clean as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 21, 2021
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department and will have them rectified as soon as possible. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Professional

Smooth
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2021
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your vacation and appreciate your feedback! We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location!

This house is absolutely beautiful and a great location! There was plenty of room for 10 of us- 2 families of 5. We had 6 kids under the age of 7 and we loved the short walk to the beach access. We wish the pool was heated, but the kids didn’t mind swimming in cold water. This is the second time we have stayed in this neighborhood, and we will definitely come back to stay at Gulf Breeze! Ocean Reef Resorts was also really great to work with and very accommodating. Overall a great stay and we can’t wait to come back to Grayton Beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2020
Thank you for staying with us! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the property and your time at the beach. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Experience

This house exceeded our expectations, both inside and out. The property is HUGE...plenty of room for our group of 6. The pool was a nice feature, as the beaches were closed for 2 days during the week. The house was in a great location, it was a 2 minute walk to the beach. We will definitely stay at this property in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 17, 2020
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beautiful shores again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Better than Advertised - a great stay

lots of room for multiple families - plenty of amenities - near so many "things to do" - and a short walk from a private beach
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Joe, We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Let us know when you would like to start planning another trip to the beach!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome house near beach

We've stayed at this house 4 times now, our annual ladies trip to the beach. We've stayed many many places over the years and this house is our new favorite. Easy to get to the beach, great pool, comfortable inside, large and equipped kitchen. Glad we found this house!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your vacation! We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beach paradise!

This was our first stay in Grayton Beach and I absolutely loved everything about this home! Plenty of room for our 9 travelers, luxury upscale amenities and just a very short stroll to the turquoise gulf. The private pool was a huge plus and even tho the water was cloudy it was very refreshing! We hope to visit this home and area again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back to our beautiful shores soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great House for Big Family

The layout of this house was so perfect for our expanded family. We had 2 adult couples, 1 adult single, 2 teenage boys, 1 preteen girl and a 2nd grader. Everyone had a space with enough bathroom facilities and the pool on the main deck outside the living area was perfect. The open living room/dining room/kitchen concept allowed for lots of room for all of us to navigate. The kids upstairs had their own place to hang out upstairs without disrupting sleeping adults into the night. Plus it was very close to the beach access. This house gets a 10 out of 10 from us!! If it wasn't already booked for next fall break we would rent it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
We appreciate your kind words about the property! We hope that you are able to make your way back to the beach very soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Archival

8/10 Good

Family stay in Florida

Very nice property. Conveniently located to the beach. Nice pool designed for those who are not great swimmers. Lots of room in all bedrooms and the main entertainment room.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 26, 2020
Thank you for providing your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know when you plan on another trip to the area. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gulf Breeze is our new favorite beach house on 30A

This house was great!! Excellent view of the pool area from the living area which is a big plus with kids. The house accommodated our group of 12 with ease. Downstairs bedroom with walk in shower great for guests with disabilities. We will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Alicia, thank you for sharing your time at Gulf Breeze with us. It is fantastic to hear that your group of 12 enjoyed this property and had a memorable vacation. Thank you for renting with us and we hope to see you back next year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gulf Trace Beauty!!!

My family fell in love with the community of Gulf Trace 6 years ago and have been returning every year since. All 12 of us agreed that this home is BY FAR the BEST house we've stayed in and the one we plan to return to. It was spacious, beautifully decorated, extremely clean and clearly very well taken care of. The great open floor plan and living area was a great place for the whole family to spend time together, and the upstairs living and TV area was great for the teenagers to hang out too. The kids enjoyed the pool while the adults barbecued and caught up on some reading while relaxing in the sun. The home is just a short walk to the beach and it's just a short stroll down the beach to get to downtown Grayton where you're surrounded by shops, restaurants and bars. We are so thrilled to add Gulf Breeze to our Gulf Trace family tradition!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2020
Deborah, it's great to hear that Gulf Breeze is your new favorite Gulf Trace tradition. Gulf Breeze is always a family favorite and we are happy your family got to experience it too. Thank you for sharing such a lovely review!
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