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Luxurious Gulf-front home, private beach access, expansive beach deck!

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A beachfront property with a two-story house, a covered patio, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with an umbrella.
A beach view from a wooden deck with lounge chairs, a wooden fence, and a sandy beach.
A bathroom with two sinks, a large mirror, and a shower.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to St. George Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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St. George Island, FL
  • Place, St. George Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Lighthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. George Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Jack & Jill Between Bed 2/3

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

St. George Island

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park, while St. George Lighthouse and Dixie Theatre are cultural highlights. Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and wildlife walks.
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St. George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 49 min drive - 70.0 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 52 min drive - 73.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪FatDaddy’s Smokehouse and Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Red Pirate - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator located?

Nestled on the beach, this East End holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. George Island Beach, St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center. Bryant Patton Bridge and St. George Island Fishing Pier are also within 6 miles (10 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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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless and clean. The views were amazing. Everything was as described in the listing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear the house was spotless, the views were amazing, and everything matched your expectations from the listing. It means a lot to know you had such a great stay, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was perfect for my wife and I as well as our Fur Babies, what a relaxing 5 nights!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2026
We’re so happy to hear you, your wife, and your fur babies had such a relaxing stay. That’s exactly what we hope every guest experiences. Thank you for choosing our home — we’d love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this house. Perfect location, perfect setup, and very nicely and newly remodeled. A lot of attention to detail, the little things that matter. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you absolutely loved the house. The perfect location, thoughtful setup, and fresh remodel are all things we take pride in, and it means a lot that the attention to detail stood out to you. We’d be honored to welcome you back — can’t wait for your next stay with us. 🌴✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re glad to hear you had a very nice experience, and we appreciate you choosing to stay with us. We’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property was clean and the view was amazing as described. We were staying for one night before we could stay in another rental for the majority of our stay. One of the main reasons we wanted to stay here and paid what we did was because it was right on the beach and had a hot tub (also overlooking the beach). The hot tub wasn’t working properly and wouldn’t get above the temperature outside which was about 84 but was 81 every time we checked it. I contacted the host but check in is 4pm and they told us someone would be there to look at it the next day…check out is 10am. So we never got to use the hot tub and no one was even available to come and repair it while we were there. Which is a real disappointment because personally I look forward to a hot tub as a part of my vacation. I get things happen but with a one night stay, I feel like it’s super important for major components of the rental that are advertised to be in working order, especially for what we paid. No one apologized after we checked out or offered a discount or anything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Response from Gulf-Front, Hot Tub & Putting Green | The Salty Gator on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear the property was clean, the view was amazing, and everything matched what you expected from the listing. We were also happy to accommodate your one‑night stay, even though it’s shorter than our standard three‑night minimum. That said, we’re truly sorry for the disappointment with the hot tub. We understand how important that amenity was in choosing this property, especially being beachfront and overlooking the water. Unfortunately, the issue couldn’t be resolved during your short visit, and we apologize that the timing of check‑in and check‑out made it impossible for maintenance to address it while you were there. You’re absolutely right — major advertised amenities should be in working order, and we regret that this wasn’t the case for your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can’t say enough great things about this wonderful house! We’ve been visiting Florida for the past 5 years as a family in different areas. This year, we decided to bring our dog along for the ride. After further research, we realized how hard it is to find a place in Florida that allows our golden retriever. It was such a blessing in disguise - we would’ve never found this hidden gem of an island, or this cozy home, had it not been our desire to accommodate our pup this year! Upon arrival, everything was so prestige - all beds clean, multiple towels available, all kitchen/toiletry essentials, and most importantly, the online pictures of the area a true depiction of the residence. I figured the online image of the beach view from the family room was edited - but it’s actually better in person!!! This is the first time we’ve stayed at a house in Florida, vs a condo, and it was absolutely perfect for our family. Not only the hospitable accommodations, but every person we met on the beach or in local stores were incredibly kind! We felt like we were home. Our entire family would absolutely recommend this residence to any friends and family and also plan on booking again in the future:) appreciate everything provided by the host and thankful for such a great family trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us. We’re thrilled to hear that your family — and your golden retriever — felt right at home. It means a lot to know our pet‑friendly home helped you discover such a special part of Florida. We’re glad everything was clean, well‑stocked, and even better than expected in person, especially that beautiful beach view. Hearing that the island, the home, and the local community made you feel welcomed truly warms our hearts. We appreciate your kind words and your recommendation, and we’d be honored to host your family again for another memorable stay.
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