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Joy Happens | Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby

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A living room with a wooden floor, striped blue and white sofas, a round coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a bay window with a view of the beach.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo, surrounded by palm trees and a white picket fence.
A living room with a blue armchair, beige sofa, wooden flooring, ceiling fans, a TV, and a view of the beach through the window.
A spacious living room with a large blue sofa, two striped armchairs, a wicker chair, and a glass coffee table. A kitchen is visible in the background with white cabinets and a dining area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Santa Rosa Beach
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

2 Single Beds

First floor guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second floor guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second floor guest bedroom

2 Single Beds

Second floor main bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

First floor guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second floor guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second floor main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Joy Happens | Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby

"Standout Amenities of this Charming Home:

* Family Friendly 30A Home with Backyard Space

* Kitchen island and stainless-steel appliances

* Patio entrances with chairs and benches

* Pet-friendly (small dogs) with additional fee

* Community pool & nearby beach access

* Professionally Managed

*****This property is not available to adults under the age of 25.

Joy Happens is a charming, pet-friendly home (small dogs only) located along Scenic Hwy 30A in the Old Florida Village subdivision. This beautifully decorated home comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests with a spacious layout and thoughtful amenities. The open-concept living area features a well-appointed kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and a kitchen island, perfect for preparing meals. The inviting patio entrances lead to cozy chairs and benches, ideal for relaxing with a morning coffee or an evening drink.

The home’s layout is designed for comfort and convenience. The first floor includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and a living space with plush seating. A queen bedroom with a full bathroom is also located on the first floor. Upstairs, the master bedroom features a king bed and a private bath, while the additional queen bedroom and a twin bedroom with two single beds share a full bathroom. A sleeper sofa offers additional sleeping space. Old Florida Village features two community pools and is just a short drive from popular activities, shopping, and dining along 30A. Guests also receive one complimentary round of golf with a cart per day.

About Old Florida Village:

Old Florida Village is a picturesque neighborhood near Gulf Place along the Beaches of South Walton on Scenic 30A. This welcoming community features two sparkling pools and charming coastal architecture. With its convenient location, guests can easily access nearby public beach access points, local boutiques, cafes, and outdoor activities that make 30A such a desirable vacation destination.

Bedding Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bath
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bath
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Shared Bath
Guest Bedroom: Two Twin Beds, Shared Bath

Key Features of 30A:

Beaches: 30A is known for its pristine, white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and water activities.

Dining & Shopping: Explore an array of local restaurants, boutique shops, and farmer’s markets offering fresh seafood and unique finds.

Outdoor Activities: Rent a bike and ride the scenic 30A trail, explore nearby state parks, or take a paddleboard out on one of the rare coastal dune lakes.

Arts & Culture: Experience the creative side of 30A with art galleries, live music, and local events that celebrate the coastal lifestyle.

Book your stay at Joy Happens and experience the best of 30A!


This home rents weekly from Saturday to Saturday (March-August). Small dogs are allowed (with additional $150 pet fee).
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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1149993vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin and Baytowne Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Sundog Books and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seaside Beach - 16 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Joy Happens Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Joy Happens Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joy Happens Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joy Happens Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Joy Happens Pet-Friendly 30A Home with Pools & Beach Access Nearby located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. South Walton Beaches and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 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. 19 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

ann h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great and love that it’s dog friendly, however the furniture and interiors are worn . Couldn’t turn the thermostat down lower than 72 so the upstairs bedrooms were hot at night ! Great neighborhood and walk ability to the beach .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenya C.

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Very joyful!

Very nice & spacious home. Great location/neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

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

Joy happens stay

Great time. Kids and wife loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen D.

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

Joy Happens Review

Great location. Clean. Well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christeen N.

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

Amazing!

Even if you bring more guests to stay over, they provided mattresses and pillows in the closet and an extended parking lot in case you bring more than 2 cars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

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

30A

Wanted to stay in Santa Rosa on 30A, this was the perfect place. Clean, convenient, and perfect sleeping arrangements.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Beach Holiday

We were pleased with beach house. My only complaint is the furniture downstairs. The couch was full cookies and crackers. Upholstery needs a good scrub.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. I am so sorry about the crackers. I have reported this to housekeeping and made them aware of this miss. I do hope you come back to visit us again soon. Our beaches are pretty amazing!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lilly P.

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

Overall a great place in Santa Rosa!

We went for spring break with three teens and parents. The neighborhood was super cute, well maintained and a nice & short walk to the beach. The only thing I’d suggest is a little love to the house itself. The furniture was pretty beat up (a chair upstairs had iron-on patches over the worn parts), lots of dings on the walls & cabinets, all cosmetic stuff that can be improved upon. Other than that, the location is great and although we didn’t use the pools, it was nice option to have. My husband took advantage of the free golf and the credit towards beach toys was a huge perk as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia L.

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

Family Vacation 2023

We have been coming down to Santa Rosa for almost 20 years now and this property is in our Top 3 favorite rentals. There was enough furniture for all 5 of us. The kitchen was well equipped. We LOVED the wrap around porch and started our day there every morning. It was a little odd to me that the master was on the second floor CS first. The master bed was a little firm for my liking but it worked. The pool was nice on the few days we didn’t go down to the beach. The beach was a quick walk or drive. I wish they had more spots to park down there but that has nothing to do with this property just an observation of the public access area. If you are looking for a quiet family location this is it! My family is already asking when are we renting this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristi J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The house is nice in a great neighborhood but there were a few issues like when we booked it, we were under the impression that there was a nice little deck by the ocean to sit and read by because the property description listed one. That was not the case, I contacted the property manager and he said he had no idea where it was located or how it was listed on the property description. So that was a disappointment, the house needs some TLC, wasn’t the cleanest. The house needs a good deep cleaning and the couch needs to be replaced, the bedrooms were nice and the beds were clean but very firm and not comfortable at all. We had a water leak from the bathroom upstairs and was leaking from the ceiling vent into the laundry room and had to call maintenance just for them to show up and clean out the shower drain and said it was due to hair, well the next night we had the same problem and decided not to use that shower for the rest of our stay. The water leaked all over the dryer and down the dryer vent and caused the light in the laundry room to no longer work. The chairs on the front deck are broken with the exception of a few and not very comfortable. With all that said, it did not hamper our vacation and we ended up having a wonderful time. There is plenty to do within walking distance, from bars to food. The beach access is a very short walk about 8 minutes. Overall I would stay again if they fixed some of the issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re really glad you enjoyed the neighborhood, the easy beach access, and all the fun things within walking distance. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you ran into during your stay — especially the leak, furniture, and cleaning concerns. We’ve already started addressing these items and will be making updates so future guests have a smoother experience. We truly appreciate your honest feedback, and we’d love to welcome you back once those improvements are in place. Thanks again for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy P.

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

Short and sweet

Had a good time right next to the beach a must do again but longer next time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura j.

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

Great!

We enjoyed our stay here! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Annual Family Trip

House was perfect size and location was great. To local beach access all within walking distance and a few more 5 to 10 min drive. Lots of places to eat as well. Side note house starting yo show wear and tear missing knobs and few appliances didn't work. Also few holes in wall and ceiling had leak stains. Nothing would keep us from coming back for sure. Also two community pools also makes nice afternoon dips after beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

It was a very nice neighborhood and very quiet. It was the perfect spot for traveling ! Loved it

Great and would do it again in a heartbeat!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Nice location

House was clean and comfortably slept 8. It was a nice quiet neighborhood within walking distance of the beach. It was everything that we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Della L.

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

Family vacation

One of the best vacations EVER!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Great location and plenty of space

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Dena S.

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

Joy Happens -Beautiful house and location

Nice location, very tropical and quiet. It's great for family and pets. Beds sleep wonderful. Two pools were a plus! 10 minutes or little less walk to beach. Very short bike ride. 2 nice big decks. Beautiful house, but really NEEDS a thorough cleaning. Ice maker is slow at making ice. Overall we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Has everything you need

I love Old Florida Village, although it is an older neighborhood along 30-a. The pros for this particular property were: 1) The bed mattresses were all very firm. I love a firm mattress, although my husband did not like the mattresses and decided to sleep on the couch. You cannot please everyone! 2) the kitchen is stocked with everything you need and beyond. 3) you are within a 10 minute walk of the beach, coffee, and a few restaurants and less than 10 minute drive to grocery, gas, more restaurants, etc. 4) this house is right next to overflow parking since you can only fit 2 cars in front. 5) the pool was never terribly busy with plenty of lounge chairs available. CONS: 1) the chairs in the main room had tears in the fabric and the main couch was very stained. We covered it with a blanket we had brought because it was a little gross. 2) really needs a fresh coat of paint everywhere. 3) upstairs hallway had nails in the wall where artwork had apparently been. 4) a lot of the furniture had dings, needed paint, etc. 5) the AC is not supposed to be set below 72 due to possibly unit freezing up (and I get that) but it got really hot upstairs at night. Overall, I was very satisfied with the house. You pick the stuff that is important to you, and for me it was the location and the fact that this house was very reasonably priced for a week!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edvinas V.

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

Perfect

Close to the beach, clean, had everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

First family vacation

Property was walking distance from beach, a short drive to shopping and restaurants, very peaceful and cute neighborhood. House could have been cleaner (dishes had to be washed before use due to water spots and dust, and floors were very dirty, wasp nests all over deck). But overall great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Great place to stay!!

Enjoyed staying at this property . My family of six stayed, plenty if room, very comfortable . The home was well equipped. Short walk to the BEAUTIFUL beach!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana W.

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

It was nice.

Pretty clean, nice neighborhood. Would have enjoyed “beachier” decor. A short drive to the beach and kids enjoyed the pools.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian V.

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

Great location enough space

The house was in a great location and plenty of space for our whole family
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

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