Great For Families

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Very neat brick home in quiet neighborhood

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Amenities
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

Explore the area

Mary Esther, FL

Emerald Coast Science Center
‪6 min drive‬
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
‪12 min drive‬
Okaloosa Island Beach
‪13 min drive‬
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This house is a 1600 SF home that was renovated in 2020. The neighborhood is considered upscale and was built in the 80''s. There are no through streets so there is no loud noise or traffic.

This home is located 3 miles from Ft Walton Beaches and 7 miles to both Destin and Navarre Beach. I do live across the street should any problems arise. There are security cameras on only on the front of the home and the home has a monitored smoke/fire/weather alarm.
The back porch is very private with 8 ft privacy fences on both sides and trees/shrubs on the back fence. There is a TV on the back porch in the event you want to have a movie night. A permanently mounted propane grill is on the patio for cooking. (I furnish the propane)

Off the living room is a work are with a desk and side table if you bring a printer or other equipment.

This home is very clean and neat. This is a great place to spend with your family to enjoy our beaches and what the area has to offer. Instead of retiring for the evening in a crowded hotel/condo you can relax in a house . If you have any questions regarding this property please send me a message.

If you are traveling for 30+ days I can offer a special discount for military or traveling nurses.

I am sorry but pets are not allowed at this location

Property manager

Owner / Property Manager Elaine Rogers

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Dryer

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

On screened porch ONLY.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mary Esther

Located in Mary Esther, this holiday home is near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Mary Esther, FL

What's nearby

Santa Rosa Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Emerald Coast Science Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬16 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk
‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great For Families pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Great For Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great For Families?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great For Families located?

This family-friendly Mary Esther holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Oak Tree Nature Park and Santa Rosa Mall. Santa Rosa Sound and Regal Santa Rosa are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

15 Apr, 2025

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

Beautiful house in amazingly clean and kept up shape!

Property is in 10/10 shape. A lot of coastal houses are shaky but this one is obviously well maintained. Shower was high pressure and great to use. Everything clean and working. Lots and lots of room. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio G.

21 Feb, 2025

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

Very Nice and Spacious House

We want to thank our host, Elaine, for being so welcoming and making our stay feel like a home away from home. This house is in a very quiet neighborhood, spacious and very close to everything, specially the military base and the Destin/Ft Walton Beach airport (VPS).

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda W.

9 Jan, 2025

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

Wonderful!

The property was exactly as presented and the hostess was the mostest! I would definitely recommend this property to anyone coming to this area. It was quiet and the community was friendly. It was also close to everything I needed and wanted to do and go. The hostess provided everything I needed in the house, responded immediately with any requests, and was knowledgeable about what to do in the area. Needless to say, we had an exceptional stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ami S.

9 Oct, 2024

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

Best host EVER

Elaine was an absolute blessing! Everything about this house was perfect! We will definitely be back! Impeccable customer service!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lana s.

17 Sept, 2024

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

Wonderful place to stay

Elaine was a wonderful host. She made sure we had everything we needed. The house was immaculate- very clean, with all the necessities, and more. I will definitely rebook with Elaine next time I'm in town.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheri a.

7 Jul, 2024

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

Amazing

Great place to stay excellent 3 bedroom house close to the water. 2nd sray and will be back the next time we visit.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Vacation 2024

This home was perfect for family and our two dachshunds. Elaine was the prefect host. She kept everything well stocked and clean. I will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cham B.

19 Jul, 2024

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

Friendly & Accommodating

This place feels like a home away from home and Elaine is very accommodating. I felt like I had everything I needed and then some. Would highly recommend this place to any single person traveling or family. It’s also very spacious and for the price, more than fair.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

18 Jun, 2024

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

Everything was Perfect 5 stars

We love this home so quiet and clean showers are Awesome beds are Awesome back yard and patio are Awesome experience was Awesome as Always with Elaine loved it Thanks for Sharing your Gorgeous home with us

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth M.

20 Feb, 2023

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

Great VRBO!

Great VRBO. We had a conference and I booked this house for my evangelist and his family who came from California. They enjoyed the stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

27 May, 2023

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

Family getaway

We came in from Ohio for a long over due vacation! Elaine was kind and made sure we had a great time and was informative will for sure be back. We all had a great time thank you very much and for your hospitality!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

3 Jul, 2023

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

Summer Family Vacation

We were very pleased with the house and the stay. Everything was well taken care of and thought out by the owner. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

12 Sept, 2023

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

Fall Get-Away

Everything as advertised. Beautifully furnished house. Elaine was wonderful! Quiet neighborhood. So many restaurants close by. Would definitely stay there again and recommend to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian H.

19 Jul, 2023

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

5/5 Stars

If I could, I would give 10/10 stars because of how much we loved staying there! The house was very cozy and the area was not very crowded with traffic. We will definitely be booking with Elaine again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

9 May, 2023

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

Perfect trip

This is a nice neat and clean house and the owner was very friendly and helpful. We chose the house because of the quiet neighborhood and it has a garage that was perfect for storing our kayaks.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

25 Sept, 2018

Great property, location and value!

Owner was wonderful to coordinate with. The house was very nicely appointed and comfortable. Thank you for being dog friendly. The beds were super comfortable! Spent the week sleeping in, taking walks, cooking great food and enjoying being w family. Very convenient to Hurlburt and area activities and restaurants.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

5 Mar, 2024

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

Wonderful stay

Thank you Elaine for a wonderful stay. We were right at home. The dogs loved the fenced in backyard. We had everything we needed and more in the house. It was great to explore this part of FL and come home to a nice peaceful place to relax. Thanks for the advice on things to see and do. Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

17 Dec, 2023

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

Family

Property was very clean and well stock. We were in town to move a family member. House was very warm and welcoming-nice place to come back to after a hard days work. Would look at renting again if we come down for a pleasure trip!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM JOSEPH K.

1 May, 2024

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

Best VRBO I have ever stayed at!

This should be the blueprint for anyone looking to have their own VRBO, they should stay here first and see how it is done. Every attention to detail is made. Items were not the most generic purchased, everything was top quality. Furniture was great, not flimsy cheap stuff, you really felt like you were staying in a Home and not a house if that makes sense. I would stay again for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

27 Jun, 2022

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

Perfect family spot!

This home was amazing for our family as my kids and I joined my husband while he was at Hurlburt for month of training. Super convenient location to base, beaches, and restaurants. Elaine was a fantastic host and went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful stay. Home was very clean, beds were comfortable, and we loved the screened in porch and yard. Many thanks to Elaine for hosting our stay!

Stayed 27 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

20 Oct, 2021

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

5 Stars...Not enough

We have stayed here Three times & will again! This place is always spotless. The owner takes really great care of the property. Looking forward to next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

30 Dec, 2023

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

Christmas in Florida

Elaine has a very beautiful, clean and well stocked house. Her visit rules and directions are easily accessible in a book. She provides plenty of useful information about Mary Esther. The neighborhood is quiet and manicured. Would stay there again

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

julianne g.

24 Sept, 2023

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

Perfect

The house was amazing. Brought our dogs and it was just perfect. House was very clean and well appointed. Elaine was the perfect host. Communication was exceptional. Will definitely be back!!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

16 May, 2023

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

Great location and setup.

The property owner really had everything together and lined up. Very good communication. The check in and check out process were easy and smooth. The property is in a quiet neighborhood within very short (less than five min) drive to any shopping you may need to do. We loved our stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M., Cedar Hill, MO

10 Oct, 2023

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

Just like home

Our host was so accommodating, from special snacks to lots of DVDs and games. TVs in every room, nice furniture and safe neighborhood. Close to restaurants and beaches. Our host was available to answer all our questions. House was very clean and updated.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Owner / Property Manager Elaine Rogers

I am a Charter Boat Captain ! I grew up in Biloxi, MS and, after moving to Florida in 1975 I found realized I found paradise and vowed to stay in this area. The beaches and water in Ft Walton/Destin area is spectacular.

I went to school in Biloxi, MS and then went on to get my BA degree from Troy State University. I worked for State Farm Insurance Company as a Claim Rep/Trainer/Reinspector for 32 years. Before that I worked in State Farm agent's offices for 10 years. When I retired in 2012 I didn't want to quit working, I just wanted a different job. Since I was an avid fishing person I decided to get my Captain's License and work as a Charter Captain running my own boat...The Ruthless. (I have to tell you that story when I see you). Since I enjoy people I started having people through a rental agency as a short term rental. When I acquired the house across the street from me I decided to make it a short term rental.

I now spend my days working on providing people a nice place to stay on our beautiful "Emerald Coast".

Why they chose this property

This property is a very nice brick home in a very quiet neighborhood within 7 miles from beaches in both directions. During the summer time the traffic in the Destin area can become gridlocked. Since this home is mid way between Destin and Navarre Beaches you can go to either beach and avoid traffic.
My home is very clean and furnished with everything you need to spend your vacation. There is a washer and dryer on the property so you can keep with your laundry and beach towels. The neighborhood is very quiet and there are no "through streets" with high traffic. The Santa Rosa Mall is just 2 blocks away (walking distance).

What makes this property unique

The home has a split bedroom plan with 2 bedrooms on one end and the master bedroom and bath on the other end. The yard is very private with a 6ft wood privacy fence around the property.

This property is close to the Santa Rosa Mall as well as a short distance from Destin, Ft Walton and Navarre Beach. There are lots of places to dine in the area. There is also an infrared grill available for your use.

During the winter months the rates drop to a very affordable price with a week long stay.