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☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool

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Cozy open concept living and dining area
Beautiful Beaches nearby
Watersound West Pool
Screened in patio seating
Bikes stored in the garage

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bonus Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool

Welcome to Sunny Side Up, a beautifully designed 3BR + bonus room beach cottage in the gated WaterSound West community along Scenic 30A. With resort-style amenities, beach access, and bikes included, this home is ideal for families, friends, and snowbirds seeking a relaxing coastal escape.

⭐ Why Guests Love It

3BR + Bonus Room | 3.5 Baths

7 bikes included

Beach access via scenic boardwalk (~950 yards)

Zero-entry community pool (heated seasonally)

Gated neighborhood with trails, parks and boardwalks

Large screened-in porch

Near Greenway Station, Café 30A & Old Florida Fish House

3.5 miles to Seaside | 5 miles to Rosemary Beach

24/7 professional management

🚫 No guests under age 25. No exceptions.

🏡 The Space
The open-concept living area features hardwood floors, coastal décor, and a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a gas range. Relax indoors or unwind on the screened porch after a beach day.

Sleeping Arrangements

1st Floor: King primary suite with ensuite bath

2nd Floor: Queen suite with ensuite, twin bedroom

Bonus Room: Twin-over-full bunk bed

Sleeper sofa + upstairs sitting area with 50” TV


🌴 Community Amenities
Resort-style zero-entry pool with cabanas, grills & fireplace

Nature trails, ponds & direct beach access

Close to Deer Lake State Park & outdoor adventures

🚲 Extras

Bikes allowed on community streets and beach walkover (HOA rules apply, ask for details)

Snorkel the Sea Turtle Reef near Grayton Beach

❄️ Snowbirds Welcome
Low monthly winter rates available January–February (additional cleaning fee applies). Contact us for details.

✨ Book Sunny Side Up and enjoy the best of 30A—beaches, bikes, and unforgettable memories.
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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1783286vb
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 WaterSound Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Deer Lake State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eastern Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 10 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Steamboat Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool on 1 Sept 2026 start from £221, 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 ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ☀️Sunny Side Up | WaterSound West | Bikes | Resort Pool located?

Located in WaterSound Beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Deer Lake State Park and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Alys Beach. Eastern Lake and Seagrove Beach East are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

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 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would highly recommend this house. Appreciated the bike rentals and the beautiful area and pool. Very convenient to shops and restaurants but was a quiet tucked away little neighborhood. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer r.

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

Best house we have stayed in in the area

This house was perfect!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2022
Jennifer, we love that you thought this perfect 3-bed, 3.5-bath beach cottage in Watersound West on 30A is the best house you have rented in the area. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Great Stay

We had a great time at this house...great location to experience 30A. The house is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2020
Hi Julie, thank you for your review. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and the great location on 30A! We hope you also enjoyed the 5 included bikes! Thanks again for your feedback and for choosing RealJoy Vacations.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Good

I’d stay here again
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Jonathan, Thank you for the5-star review. We’re happy to hear that you would stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

Amazing

We love staying here. The house is so beautiful and comfortable. Will be back next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2024
Barb, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house to be beautiful and comfortable. It's our pleasure to provide our guests with a great experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back next year. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we can't wait to host you again. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Great location

Love the watersound area - quiet area, great for families, good pool and very quiet beach. House was wonderful and provided us everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2023
Mike, we are very happy to know that you thought this well-located WaterSound West beach cottage was wonderful and it provided you with everything you needed. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

NYE

Loved our stay! Great house and location! Plenty of room and enjoyed the bikes!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Beth, we're so happy to hear you enjoyed your New Year's Eve with us at Sunny Side Up! We're also pleased that you had plenty of room and enjoyed the bicycles. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to see you again in the new decade!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Love the location!

The property was very clean and convenient to local restaurants. We loved the neighborhood! This house had it all - from bikes, kayaks to beach toys.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2020
We are happy to know that you enjoyed your vacation rental experience with the house being properly equipped and conveniently located. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin W.

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

Beautiful area of 30a

The house could’ve been a cleaner, but it was beautiful and in a great location to all the fun parts of 30a.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Erin, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. If we had known during your stay that the property wasn't properly cleaned, we would have sent someone out to clean. We're glad it was beautiful and the location was great. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica m.

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

Great family vacation

We had our family of four plus grandparents. Everything was exactly as described. Very clean. Great neighborhood. The bikes provided worked out perfectly for our group. Easy access to the beach. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Beautiful property

My husband, son and I just returned from our stay at Sunny Side Up. The house is beautiful and very well equipped with everything you could need. The location is fantastic and the neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful. The stroll to the beach is gorgeous. Thank you for an amazing stay! We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2020
Thank you for the review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed this house and its location. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb D.

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

Family memories

This house was perfect for my husband and me and our daughter’s family of 5. Very comfortable and well appointed. We would definitely rent it again! Only suggestion would be to have some spices on hand (even just salt and pepper)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Barb, We're delighted that the house was perfect for your family and everyone was comfortable. You should have gotten an email prior to your stay letting you know that we provide starters of kitchen and bathroom essentials so you should plan to bring these items from home or purchase them once you get here. This is for safety reasons. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Great Family Getaway

We had a great week at Sunny Side Up. The neighborhood was close to many of our favorite restaurants and shops. There were lots of other families, but the pool was never crowded. The home was beautifully decorated and spotless. There was a well stocked kitchen which made staying in easy. Watersound West has a long boardwalk to the beach, but it was an easy bike ride and worth it to feel like you had the beach to yourself. Next door is a state park. There was lots of room to spread out and beautiful lagoons full of wildlife. I would recommend this as a great, safe, quiet place to stay for families.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2020
Hi Leslie, Thank you for your review and feedback for the area. We are delighted you had a great family getaway. Hope you come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Sunny Side Up at WaterSound West

Our family has vacationed and enjoyed the beaches along 30-A for 35 plus years. This neighborhood is peacefully tucked away from the crowded hustle & bustle. The house “Sunny Side Up”was beautifully decorated, and had everything we needed during our stay. Although ia bit of a hike to the beach, you can drive and park near the pool, closer to the beach boardwalk. Pack a wagon (house does not have one) for beach gear and take a stroller for little ones. The stroll down the boardwalk to the beach is gorgeous! One of the prettiest on 30-A. Our family will definitely return to WaterSound West!🏝️☀️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Jodi, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your family's stay in this 3-bedroom +/3.5-bath beach cottage in WaterSound West. We are pleased to know that you thought this rental was beautifully decorated and well stocked. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Gayle H.

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

Bugs

Arrived late afternoon. Everything looked fine initially. Nice property as described in listing. As we unpacked, we discovered a roach infestation. Multiple rooms on the ground floor had roaches ranging from infant to fully grown. Even though it was after hours, Real Joy immediately sent out property manager to inspect, who agreed with our assessment. After trying unsuccessfully to find us another property, Real Joy gave us a full refund. Real Joy was courteous and helpful and responded quickly to our issue. We found another house in the same neighborhood that cost more, but were able to move in the next day.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

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

Perfect for the family!

“Sunny Side Up”, located in the Watersound West neighborhood on 30A, is a perfect vacation home for families. We stayed with our kids ages 3-14 and one grandmother. Pros: The neighborhood is beautiful and the home is so relaxing. The home is exactly as advertised and shown in the pictures. We were very comfortable and relaxed. The neighborhood pool is really nice and only about a five minute walk from the house. The home came with all the beach gear we needed including chairs for the adults and boogie boards for the kids and umbrellas. The only things we brought with us for the beach were a wagon, towels, and sand toys. The bikes were like new. We really enjoyed riding around the neighborhood and a few minutes up and down 30A to the quaint shops, restaurants, and The Big Chill. The walk to the beach is breathtaking! The boardwalk from the pool is a short walk and goes through a stunning lake area then over the dunes to the beach. Other reviews complained about this walk, but for us it was one of the best parts of the trip! We really enjoyed it. The beach area is the best we’ve ever accessed on 30A! The nearest other access points are way to the east, and to the west sits Deer Lake State Park. This makes it feel like the beach area is totally private. I grew up in this area and must say that this is one of the best beaches I’ve ever been to along the panhandle. The cons: The access codes for the neighborhood and pool did not work. Rental company was very supportive.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Anthony, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear that "Sunny Side Up" provided a perfect vacation spot for your family. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the beautiful neighborhood, relaxing home, and convenient amenities. We apologize for any inconvenience with the access codes but are glad our team was supportive. We hope to host you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

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

Beautiful Home!

We enjoyed our stay very much! We’d definitely stay again. Pros: (1) beds were so comfy! The house was gorgeous and fit our family of 6 with extra room. We felt very at home. Extremely clean. (2) The neighborhood was so pretty and the pool was great, too! Never overly crowded. There were 3 families we traveled with and all of us were I. The neighborhood at different houses and it was easy to ride bikes to each other. (3) The garage was stocked with anything you could need - water tota, beach chairs, etc. (4)The beach that is at the end of the boardwalk from the neighborhood is great! Not too crowded and beautiful. (5)Close to all the things - Seaside shopping & dining, Rosemary Beach, The HUB, etc cons: (1) it is a bit of a trek to the beach. We assumed from the listing it was a hop skip away. It was over a mile from the house to the end of the boardwalk. We did drive to the pool and park then walk or bike the rest of the way but it was pretty tiresome when you’re carrying your beach stuff for the day. (2) I reached out to the management company asking if there was a Keurig coffee maker or just a regular coffee maker and the reply was that they only had a regular. When we arrived there was a Keurig and I wish I had just brought my k-cups. (3) The house only came with 2 cleaning pods for the dishwasher and 2 kitchen trash bags for the week. We had to purchase laundry detergent & more trash bags. Not a huge deal but not typical in our pretty extensive experience with VRBOs. Overall, a wonderful stay. We would stay again with a better plan for how to tote our beach stuff. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Brooke, Thank you for letting us know that you enjoyed your stay. We are sorry that we gave you the wrong information regarding the coffee maker. We know that was frustrating. You should have received an email prior to your stay letting you know that we provide starter packs of kitchen and bathroom essentials and that you should be prepared to bring or purchase these items. We're glad your stay overall was wonderful and we thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Last summer trip

My sister and I met here with our kids for one last summer trip. The communication before we got there was very poor. I never received my check in information ahead of time. I had to email the night before requesting information. Upon check in (which my sister did not get to the house until after 4:30), the house was not cleaned or ready for check in. Beds were not made and dirty towels were on the floor. Super frustrating. The instructions were we could not get there until 4:00. I called and was told the cleaners would be there. They showed up and my sister was told to leave while they are inside. They left and when she went inside, the master bed was still not made. Called them back again. Megan has worked with us and has been very kind. Saying the beach was “950 yards away” is very deceiving. The boardwalk is 950 yards to the beach, but getting to the boardwalk is a different story. The bikes were very nice to have, but need some general maintenance. All in all, the house was cute but just not overly impressed with the communication and check in process.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Susan, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your vacation rental experience while staying in Sunny Side Up, a 3-bed, 3.5-bath house in WaterSound West. We are happy to know that you thought this house was cute and you enjoyed being able to use the available bikes. Please accept our sincerest apology for the cleanliness of this unit upon your arrival. We hope that the refund of the housekeeping fee and money for your dinner helped to alleviate any discomfort or frustration caused while this situation was resolved. An email is sent on the day of arrival at 2:00 p.m. that provides gate codes, door codes, parking information, etc. Yes, online it states that beach access over the boardwalk is approximately 950 yards. Thank you for your patience and for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robby M.

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

Another great home in Watersound West

This was our second time to stay in the neighborhood and with a larger group the house we stayed in was great. Looking forward to next summer already
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

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

Wonderful house and neighborhood. Perfect for families. Would definitely stay here again.

No issuing with rental of Properties. All questions were answered in a timely manner.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2021
Susan, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your vacation rental experience while staying in this wonderful 3-bed, 3.5-bath house and neighborhood that is perfect for families. We love that there were no rental issues, all questions were answered in a timely manner, and you would definitely stay here again. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified

8/10 Good

Seth H.

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

As advertised

Clean, spacious, with everything you need for a week at the beach. It's a bit of a walk or a short bike ride. We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2021
Seth, we appreciate you letting us know that you enjoyed staying in this clean, spacious beach cottage that met your expectations and provided everything you needed for a week at the beach. Thank you for choosing Real Joy. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Great Vacation

Great location with a lot of space. Easy access to the beach and local restaurants. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2020
Thanks for leaving a review Katie. We're so happy you loved the location and easy beach access of this property.
Verified

8/10 Good

Carl D.

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

Review

Enjoyed the stay and the home was nice, clean and we'll stocked. The only downside was the long distance from the beach.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2020
Thanks for the review Carl, we're happy you had a good stay,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Water sound West

My new fav location on 30-A
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2020
Hi Liz, thanks for your five star feedback on Sunny Side Up! We're so happy to hear you found your new favorite place! We appreciate you staying with us and hope to see you again in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Well apportioned home

Thoroughly enjoyed our Thanksgiving stay. Well laid out home in charming community.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Paula, thanks for your five star feedback on Sunny Side Up! We're so happy to hear you thoroughly enjoyed your Thanksgiving with us, and that you were pleased with the home and charming community. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to see you again in the future!

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