Best Kept Secret On The Beach! Located on the Gulf Side of 30A!
Building #11 in Beachside Villas. First floor condo with great access, and convenient for getting to the beach. Our condo is one of the best values in the complex, and in the entire Seagrove, Santa Rosa, and Seaside Beach area!
Our first floor condo is a comfortable approx. 836 square feet in size and has recently been tastefully updated. It is well maintained, nicely decorated, bright, clean, and cheerful.
The condo has two bedrooms, a master suite with a king-size bed and a second bedroom with two full beds. The living room and each of bedrooms have flat panel TV's with HD cable service. The living room has a DVD player.
Rent bikes, lay by the pool or beach, play some tennis, enjoy shopping at the unique local shops and restaurants, or relax at the condo.
No smoking and no pets in the condo, please. Evidence of either results in deposit forfeiture.
*Minimum 3 day rental off season; weekly minimum during the summer
*Complimentary fast fiber wireless internet.
*Two pools (one heated year round), Tennis Courts
*Keurig, Washer & Dryer
*Parking for 2 cars
*Short notice cancellations due to weather will only be honored if Walton county requires a mandatory evacuation.
*MUST download the VRBO app to access the Hospitality Manager, which will send you check in instructions/info, rules, parking passes, etc.
*Stays of 2 weeks or longer will be charged double cleaning fee.*
***AMENITY ACCESS***: As of 2025, all guests age 13 and above will be required to use their unique RFID amenity bracelets to access the pools, the tennis courts, and to ride the beach golf cart shuttle. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. 6 bracelets will be provided for use upon arrival; each band has a unique serial number. There will be a $30 per missing wristband charge upon checkout for any missing wristbands. Please contact host after booking if more are needed.
HOT***Bike Rentals***HOT: New in 2025, all guests must register their personal bicycles with the front office upon arrival. If rental bicycles are wanted, guests must book rentals from either Redfish Rentals or Big Fish Bike and Beach Rentals. All other rental company bicycles will be removed by the HOA.
**BEACH ACCESS INFO**
There are 2 great beach options near Beachside Villas:
• The public beach at the end of San Roy Road • Walton Dunes public Beach at Beachfront Trail
---Public Beach Access at San Roy Road The public beach access located at the end of San Roy Road is a 3-4 minute walk from Beachside Villas (1200 ft), but 10 or so minutes from our building 11. It borders both Eastern Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. It is the recommended beach for Beachside Villas owners and guests. This is a large 2+ acre beach with plenty of room. As an added convenience to access this beach, Beachside Villas provides golf cart transportation to/from this beach from the Beachside Villas mailbox. Please note that you may not park cars or golf carts at the end of San Roy Road, which are subject to immediate towing. Beachside Villas provides transportation via golf cart service from 9:15am to 4:45pm every day of the week, from May-1 through Aug-31. The Beachside Villas mailbox is the pickup/drop off point on Beachside Villas property. The golf cart will travel to/from the San Roy public beach. Wrist bands are required for golf cart transport (and pool) access.
---Sugar Dunes Beach Sugar Dunes Beach is steps to the beach from Beachside Villas near Building 6. Unfortunately, the beach is privately owned on both sides of the boardwalk. Anyone may access the boardwalk and beach, but only so far as to walk from the boardwalk to the water, and then turn either left or right and walk to either public beach area further down, which are the San Roy road beach, and Walton Dunes public beach.
---Walton Dunes public Beach at Beachfront Trail. Walton Dunes Beach is 3⁄4 of a mile from Beachside Villas if you use neighborhood roads but only 1⁄4 of a mile if you enter at the Sugar Dunes boardwalk and walk east (left turn off the boardwalk) on the beach to Walton Dunes. The route via neighborhood roads is a bit longer walk than other options, but is still readily accessible. Using the boardwalk to get onto the beach and walking to Walton Dunes is about the same distance as to the beach at the end of San Roy road. Walton Dunes is a Walton County managed public beach, available for use by all. There is public parking and bike racks nearby, if you prefer to drive or ride your bike, and the golf cart trolley will pick up and drop off here as well.
*PLEASE NOTE* Walton county allows beach chair/umbrella set up RENTALS at the Walton Dunes public beach. The number for the approved company, Coastal, is 850-233-0914. We provide 4 back pack chairs, 2 umbrellas, and a rolling cart for guests convenience if you prefer not to rent.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 deadlock
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located near the beach, this condo is in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. 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. Jet skiing, parasailing and power boating 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
Seagrove Beach East - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Eastern Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Deer Lake State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Alys Beach - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Seaside Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 6 min drive
Old Florida Fish House - 16 min walk
Steamboat Grill - 3 min drive
Canopy Road Cafe - 4 min drive
Pickles - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A!?
As of 21 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A! on 26 Apr, 2026 start from S$325, 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 Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Summer's Shell- Heart of 30A! located?
Located in Seagrove Beach, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Seagrove Beach East and Eastern Lake. Deer Lake State Park and South Walton Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely condo with a short walk to the beach! We were also able to rent bikes on property and had a great time exploring the neighborhood. Very close to many restaurants and attractions.
Daphne E.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much Daphne! I’m so glad y’all enjoyed your stay.
Condo was perfect for 4 adults. Beach chairs and beach equipment were a nice addition, close walk to the beach!We walked to Old Florida Fish House for dinner and Buddy's seafood market another day for fresh shrimp for dinner. Would def recommend:)
Katie W.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m so glad y'all had a nice trip and enjoyed your walks to the beach and to get meals.
We enjoyed this place and had a great time exploring the area on our e-bikes. We had everything we needed during our stay and the owner was quick to respond to my texts. You can tell that the owner put thought into what renters would need and she provides it all. The king bed was comfy. The place was very clean.We won't likely return to the area, but I would not hesitate to recommend this condo to anyone.
DeeDee R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your kind review. It helps us out greatly. I’m glad you enjoyed your trip to the beautiful 30A.
Host-Samantha, was very sweet and understanding when we had an unpredictable situation arise. Thankfully everything worked out and we had a very relaxing stay. Summer’s Shell was a great place, very clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed! Also it was a very short walk to the beach!
Dede L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your very kind review. I’m so glad you had a nice stay. Best luck to you!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April
2 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love this area and this was our favorite condo we have stayed at in the complex. The living was spacious. Communication with Samantha was prompt, accommodating and hospitable!
Anna M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much for the kind review Anna. I'm glad y'all had a nice trip and would love to welcome you back anytime.
We had a blast on our vacation. The condo was clean, close to lots of shops and restaurants, and the property staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Carl S.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your kind review! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay.
Steps to the beach and two different pools, it had everything we needed! Check in was a breeze, and our stay seemed too short. We will definitely be back!
Kyle N.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2021
Thank you for your review! We are so glad you had a great visit.
Enjoyed our stay, while we were visiting family who own a house nearby. It was nice to have our own place to sleep, was very comfortable and clean and convenient. Thanks!
Elaine B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! I'm glad you had a good stay.
My family (husband and 2 daughters) loved our stay! Condo was very clean, nice furnishings, and the location to the beach/gulf was ideal. Short drive or bike ride to shops and restaurants in Seaside was great! Will be back!
We had a wonderful getaway! The property is well maintained with great amenities. There is a closet with all the supplies you need for a trip to the beach.
We loved our stay at the condo! It was clean, comfortable, and the perfect size for our family of 4. It was great being just a short walk to the beach. And having the beach umbrellas, the cart to carry them, and the backpack folding chairs all provided was huge. We'd be happy to stay there again.
Daniel W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! You are welcome to stay again any time.
We were so happy to return to this beautiful unit for our vacation this year! The location within Beachside Villas couldn't be better for our young family. The beach was gorgeous. The unit was perfectly clean and wonderfully comfortable. We can't wait to visit again!
Laura S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2021
Thank you for the review! We can't wait for you to come back :)
We stayed at the condo for the Songwriters Festival. It was conveniently located and perfect for the two of us. Clean and well equipped. Check in was easy.
Donna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2022
Thank you! We're glad you had a good stay.
About the host
Hosted by Samantha
Why they chose this property
We chose to buy this property because we fell in love with the 30 A area, and it is one of the quietest stretches of beach around.
Languages:
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Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests