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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Heated pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Santa Rosa Beach
Place, Santa Rosa Beach
2 min walk
South Walton Beaches
Place, South Walton Beaches
5 min walk
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
Place, beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
2 min drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
52 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bunk room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Primary bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Half bath
Toilet
Primary bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Dining & Shops
🌊 Top-floor, corner unit 🏊 Pools (heated) 🎾 Pickleball & Tennis Courts 🚶 Walk to restaurants & shopping 🏖️ Less crowded beach access 🛏️ Exceptionally comfortable beds 💬 Exceptional Host Care
Welcome to Top Shelf, a beautifully updated top-floor, corner condo in the heart of Gulf Place. With incredible Gulf views, private beach access just across the street, and everything walkable, this condo is ideal for couples and families up to 4 seeking a calm, crowd-free 30A experience.
Guests consistently rave about the views, comfort, cleanliness, and communication—and many return year after year.
The Space Top Shelf is thoughtfully designed for beach living. The condo is cozy in size and best suited for couples or families of up to four who plan to spend their days at the beach and enjoying the walkable area.
Storage space is streamlined, and many guests choose to pack lighter or use hallway wall space for luggage. What the condo may lack in square footage, it more than makes up for in location, views, comfort, and convenience.
Location Highlights Gulf Place community (quiet, walkable, family-friendly) Multiple nearby beach access points help keep beaches uncrowded Short drive to Seaside, Grayton Beach, and other 30A favorites Pool access and on-site laundry facilities
Good to Know Best suited for 2 adults or families of 3–4 Easy self check-in with keypad lock Clear instructions provided for beach, pool, and parking access
Book with Confidence Top Shelf is exactly as described, meticulously cared for, and personally managed. If you’re looking for a stress-free beach stay with unbeatable walkability, stunning views, and a quiet atmosphere, this is the place.
The kitchen is stocked with essentials and features: 🍽️ New stainless steel appliances, gas stove, Keurig Duo, blender, and more 🍴 Dining table for 4
🏖️ Perfect Beach Access We provide two beach chairs and an umbrella for your convenience.
🏊♂️ 3 Community Pools—two heated, plus a hot tub 🎾 Tennis Courts, Pickleball and Shuffleboard 🎶 Outdoor Amphitheater and large lawn for concerts and events 🚴 18.6-mile Scenic Bike Path along 30-A—bike rentals nearby 🛍️ Shops and Dining Options all within walking distance
Unlike most condos in Gulf Place, Top Shelf is personally owned and managed by us. That means you get: ⭐Direct access to us throughout your stay ⭐Thoughtful upgrades and special touches ⭐A team who genuinely wants your family to have the best vacation ever
🧺 Convenience Central heating/air, free washer & dryer, iron/ironing board Keyless entry for easy check-in Walking distance to fantastic restaurants
🔒 Other Notes To help ensure a smooth stay, we kindly ask all guests to complete our rental agreement (available to review before booking) and provide a credit card for a refundable security deposit hold. These items are required to finalize your reservation — if they’re not submitted, the booking may be canceled.
House Rules 🚭 No smoking or vaping 🏡Maximum occupancy 4 🐾No pets 🎉 No parties, birthdays, or large celebrations (quiet family gatherings only) Must be 25+ to rent; the booking guest must be present for the entire stay
A starter supply of paper towels, toilet paper, bath soap, dishwashing liquid, trash bags, dishwasher tablets, laundry soap, coffee, coffee filters, and salt & pepper will be provided for your stay. The cabin has a fully equipped kitchen, washers/dryer, towels, and linens.
Decor and furniture may be updated seasonally for a fresh look
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Guests are required to sign our Rental Agreement
You will be receiving more information about your trip from Turtle Time Properties.We own and manage all of our listings.
After booking a refundable security deposit hold (not a charge) will be required via our secure system.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2808730vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located near the beach, this condo is in Gulf Place, a neighbourhood 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 explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Sirens at the Beach. Kayaking, scuba diving and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
What's nearby
Santa Rosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
South Walton Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 5 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - 5 min drive
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - 5 min drive
Stinky's Fish Camp - 3 min drive
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Dining & Shops?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Dining & Shops on 28 Jul 2026 start from £285, 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 Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Place Gem | Walk to Beach, Food, Shops located?
This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach condo building is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The condo was perfect- great location easy access to the beach.
Diane M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear the condo was perfect for your stay and that you enjoyed the easy beach access and great location. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Condo very clean . Great view of beach and sunsets. Kelli very helpful, great communication!
Barbara A.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing this! We’re so happy you enjoyed the clean condo and those beach sunsets, they never get old. I’m glad the communication was helpful, and we’d love to host you again in the future.
This was a good property , It was clean, great view to the ocean from the balcony, with a short walk to the beach. We have stayed in Santa Rosa before at Gulf Place and I love the area.
This condo was perfect for my husband and myself. Kelli was very responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. The condo is in an excellent location. We enjoyed not having to get in the car if we didn't want to and that we had several restaurants, coffee shops, retail shops, and a convenient store within the complex. The beach is so convenient, just a short walk across the street and views are spectacular. We will definitely visit this condo again!!
Cindy T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m thrilled you and your husband loved the condo and enjoyed how convenient the location is to everything you need — from restaurants and coffee to the beach just steps away. I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and can’t wait to welcome you back!
– Kelli with Turtle Time Properties 🐢
Our stay was perfect! The place was very clean, decorated well and had everything we needed. Communication with Kelli was fast and easy. I would highly recommend staying here.
Amanda P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
Hi there!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you had a perfect beach stay and found everything to your liking. It was a pleasure communicating with you, and I truly appreciate your recommendation. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Best,
Kelli
Great location and view from balcony! Walking distance to everything, beach access is right across the street and the condo was clean and as described. Such a lovely area and beautiful beaches.
Jennifer O.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
That sounds incredible! Having a great location with a view and easy access to everything nearby can really make a trip special. It's awesome that the condo lived up to its description and cleanliness standards. Sounds like you had an amazing time enjoying the lovely area and those beautiful beaches!
My wife and I had a long weekend getaway and loved this place.quiet, beautiful and amazing location. Views, decor, things to do, etc. we highly recommend it.
Steve C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review Steve. We hope to host you again.
Kelli was wonderful to work with! Great place for my husband and I to come for a quick stay. The property was clean and well-appointed. We love staying in this area and will be back!
Becky F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023
Thank you Becky for the wonderful review. Thank you for noticing and appreciating our attention to detail. We hope that you will plan your next vacation with us!
The view from balcony was great! Condo had everything you would need and location was fantastic
Nicole M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review Nichole. The view from the balcony is pretty hard to beat! I am so happy to hear that the condo exceeded your expectations.
Great place to explore 30A. Beach right across the street with a private access. So many restaurants that we could just walk to.
Patrick F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your stay with us!
We're delighted to hear that you found our place to be a great choice for exploring 30A. Having the beach right across the street with private access is indeed a special feature that many of our guests appreciate. The convenience of being able to walk to so many restaurants and explore the local dining scene adds to the charm of our location. We would love to host you again in the future.
Great view of the beach. 4-5 minutes from leaving our door to sitting in the sand.The pool in the condo was closed for resurfacing, and we were not aware until we arrived. It would not have changed our plans and there are other pools on the property--but it should be disclosed.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thank you for your patience and understanding! The pool closure was a last-minute HOA decision, and I notified guests as soon as I found out. I’m truly sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate how gracious you were — I’m glad you still enjoyed the other two pools on property and the beach!
This was the perfect location to stay when I came to watch my daughter do her half marathon! Great restaurants and coffee shops nearby, and very close to the beach too! I will definitely stay here again if she is back!
Ashley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2024
Thank you Ashley! We agree, the location is pretty perfect. We hope to host you again
Everything was as advertised. Kelli was easy to communicate with and the condo is very comfortable with fantastic sunset views. Close to good food and libations as well.
Sloan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review Sloan. It was a pleasure hosting you! We agree, that sunset view is spectacular!
All positives, no negatives. Clean and great location - just a short walk to the beach. Everything was as the listing stated. Would highly recommend it!
Ryan m.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience during your stay with us.
It's wonderful to know that you appreciated the cleanliness of our property and enjoyed the great location, especially its proximity to the beach. We take pride in providing accurate and honest listings, so it's fantastic to hear that everything lived up to your expectations. Thanks again for choosing Turtle Time Properties.
The location of this condo is fabulous! The view is more beautiful in person. The beach access was so convient, we enjoyed the pool on our way back from the beach to the condo. It was all just what we needed. We will definitely be returning!
Keely M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that you had a wonderful family vacation and enjoyed the beautiful views and convenient beach access. It’s great that you made use of the pool, too! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another stay. Safe travels until then!
We very much enjoyed our stay at Top Shelf! The accommodations were great- very clean and the updated condo was very nice. The location is perfect with close beach access, plus the other amenities and proximity to restaurants at Gulf Place. Kelli was super responsive to any questions we had! We would definitely stay here again!
Stacey S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2024
Thanks for your amazing review Stacey! We would love to host you again.
Property was very clean and well maintained. Great communication. Very nice little community with everything within walking distance. Beautiful beaches.
Elizabeth D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2023
We truly appreciate your kind words and the time you've taken to leave this fantastic review!
Maintaining cleanliness and ensuring the property is well-maintained is a top priority for us, so we're delighted to hear that it met your expectations. It's also wonderful that you found our communication to be great, as clear and efficient communication is important to us.
We couldn't agree more about the charm of our little community and the convenience of having everything within walking distance. And of course, the beautiful beaches are a real highlight!
Great place just across from the beach. Floor plan is small enough to be efficient but large enough to stretch out and relax. Beautiful renovation.
Rocky B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Thank you for that great review Rocky! I'm so happy that Top Shelf accommodated your family so well. We love sharing our condo with families like yours.
Beautiful property! Very well represented by the description. We will be back.
My only recommendation would be blackout curtains in the main bedroom.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Thank you Jennifer for taking the time to leave us a review. I didn't realize that we didn't have blackout curtains in the bedroom, but I am ordering some right now. Thanks for the feedback!
The condo was very nicely appointed and had a very nice view of the beach. We knew it wouldn't be a clear view, but still it was nice. We appreciated the chairs & umbrellas on the back porch. Location was great with restaurants and markets nearby.We could have used better directions to actually find the building however. It would have been very easy to say it's the first blue building facing the road, go around to the back, and it's on the 4th floor to the right. With all the emails the owner sent over a period of 2 months (something like 17 emails) this was the only thing not explicitly covered. Lots and lots of do's and dont's in those emails, too.
Kathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback and for spending your Thanksgiving at our condo. I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the space, the view, and the convenience of everything nearby. We love providing a comfortable, well-appointed place for guests to relax.
I appreciate your note about the directions. While guests have typically been able to find the Cabana building using the GPS address provided, I’ve now added your suggestion about identifying the “blue building” to make arrival even easier.
I do send out a series of eight emails from the time our guests book until they depart, and most guests tell us they appreciate the thorough communication and clear expectations. Even so, I will review our checklist to ensure everything remains helpful rather than excessive. Like most Airbnb hosts, we share standard do’s and don’ts to protect both our guests and our home. I don’t include instructions on things like how to use a TV remote or how to turn on a dishwasher, as those are generally self-explanatory, but I’m always happy to assist if anything is unclear.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. Your feedback helps us continue improving for future guests.
About the host
Hosted by Kelli
Turtle Time Properties is a family-run collection of thoughtfully designed vacation homes created for meaningful time away. We believe where you stay shapes how you feel, so every space is intentionally set up for comfort, connection, and ease. From the moment you arrive, our goal is for you to feel cared for, relaxed, and free to focus on making memories.
What makes this property unique
We personally manage this condo and take pride in being just a text away whenever you need us! You’ll have our cell number for any questions, big or small. Before your stay, we’ll send you a detailed Online Guidebook with all the essentials on the condo and a handy local guide packed with fun things to do. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a girls’ getaway, or a family adventure, we’re here to make your stay unforgettable and full of great memories!
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