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Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access

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Stunning aerial view of pristine white sand beach with crystal-clear turquoise waters stretching along the coastal community.
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Elevated aerial view showcases a coastal neighborhood with colorful beachfront homes and palm-lined streets near pristine turquoise waters.
Sink into plush white sofas bathed in natural light, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame peaceful treetop views for your perfect getaway.
Gather around this beautiful farmhouse dining table where natural light streams through coastal windows, creating the perfect space for memorable meals with family.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Blue Mountain Beach
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Justin Gaffrey Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Level 1 Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Level 1 Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Level 1 Primary 1

1 King Bed

Level 3 Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Level 1 Bath 2

Level 1 Primary Bath 1

Level 2 Bath 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access

Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach by Oversee 30A | Perfect in Walton County Awards – Three-Time Diamond Winner – Best Rental Mgmt. 2026, 2025, 2024

Relaxed, confident, and comfortably pulled together, Crow’s Nest calls Grande Beach Drive home and is surrounded by palm-lined streets and Mediterranean-style architecture that set the tone right away.

Highlights:
📍 Blue Mountain Beach
👣 2-minute walk to private beach access
🌊 Gulf views
👙 Overlooks community pool
🐾 Pet friendly! (small dogs only)
🚲 6 bikes!
🛏️ 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms

This three-story villa leans into vacation living in, and then some. Multiple balconies offer elevated views across the neighborhood, the sparkling pool below, and hints of blue water in the distance. Pull up a chair, settle in, and let time behave differently for a while.

Inside, the main living space feels fresh and inviting, with plush white sofas and a fireplace that adds just the right amount of cozy. Large windows keep the room light-filled and connected to the scenery outside.

The kitchen is both stylish and practical, featuring granite countertops and a welcoming breakfast bar that naturally becomes the morning coffee headquarters. Nearby, the dining area centers around a rustic table beneath an elegant chandelier, with French doors opening to yet another leafy, coastal view.

The primary suite serves as a true retreat. A king bed, flat-screen TV, and generous storage make it easy to settle in, while rustic touches add warmth. The ensuite bath elevates the experience with dual vanities, a glass-enclosed shower, and a freestanding soaking tub placed beside tall windows that invite in soft natural light.

A cozy bunk room adds flexibility, complete with a TV for evening wind-downs and dresser storage to keep things organized.

Outdoors, a private sandy courtyard awaits, furnished with bright blue Adirondack chairs and framed by swaying palms. And the community pool? Just a short stroll away. Stunning!
Crow’s Nest delivers comfort, character, and just enough polish to feel special, an easy favorite at Blue Mountain Beach.

Oversee 30A keeps the experience smooth from start to finish. Expect a spotless home, thoughtful details, and a local team nearby seven days a week, with 24/7support.

Overview:
- 2-minute walk to private beach access just across the street
- Gulf view
- Overlooks community pool
- 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath
- Dogs considered (must be less than 40 Ibs), an additional $210 nonrefundable fee for each dog
- Spiral staircase
- 6 bikes
- Multiple balconies
- Wifi
- Fireplace to be used during cold months only
- Golf cart and hot tub are not for guest use.
- Exterior security cameras present

Overnight:
FIRST FLOOR
- Primary Bedroom: King bed, private bathroom w/ shower and soaker tub, TV
- Guest Room: Queen bed, shared bath, TV
- Bunkroom: Queen over queen bunk w/ twin trundle, shared bath, TV
SECOND FLOOR
- Half Bath
THIRD FLOOR
- Guest Room: Twin bed with twin trundle, shared bath, private balcony, TV

Check-in is 4:00 PM CST. Checkout is 10:00 AM CST.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5038413vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Blue Mountain Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin and Baytowne Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grayton Beach State Park and Blue Mountain Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Seaside Beach - 12 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South Of Philly - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crow's Nest at Blue Mountain Beach - Ocean View - Private Beach Access located?

Located in Blue Mountain Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Blue Mountain Beach and South Walton Beaches. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 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. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay, the house was perfect for our family with quick access to the pool and the private beach. Being close to the bakery was a huge plus as well
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so glad the home worked well for your family and that you enjoyed the pool, private beach, and nearby bakery. We’d love to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

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

Amazing Summer Getaway!

Loved the property and the location to the beach, shopping, food, and the pool’
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Beach vacation

It was a great house to enjoy. The location was convenient to most everything a family needs to enjoy a vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2024
Thank you, David, for your positive review! We're happy to hear the location worked well for your family vacation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

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

Great time

Had a great stay at this location, would recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2024
Thank you for the review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Whitley family vacation

Great place and great location. Close to beach and pool was nice. Golf cart use was great too
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the review! We're pleased to hear that you had a great family vacation and enjoyed the location, proximity to the beach, and the amenities such as the pool and golf cart. It's always wonderful to know that our guests had a fantastic stay. We hope you consider joining us again for another memorable vacation in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake H.

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

A perfect stay on 30A!

We had a wonderful time at the Crow's Nest. The property is amazing, the beach was perfect, and the proximity to lots of things to do made the trip just what we needed. We would definitely return and couldn't thank the property management enough for the great communication. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Blake! We're delighted you had a wonderful stay at Crow's Nest and enjoyed everything 30A has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family girls trip

House is very convenient to beach and restaurants. Needs some maintenance but other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Jill! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and the convenient location! We appreciate your comments and will check for maintenance needs on our next inspection. Please don't hesitate to call us if there are any issues in the future so we can address them promptly. We're here to help you have the best stay possible. Thank you again, and we hope you can join us again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Awesome place to stay!

This house was amazing with a great location near the beach. It is on a very quiet street. The golf cart was perfect for getting around, but there is so much within walking distance. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2023
Thank you for the fantastic review, Tom! We're thrilled you loved the house's location and amenities. It's wonderful to hear that the golf cart added to your experience. We can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing stay near the beach!
Verified

8/10 Good

janet t.

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

Short, easy walk to beautiful beach

The house was clean, and the walk to the private beach entrance was short and easy. However, bring your own salt & pepper, dishwasher pods, and garbage bags! Other than the tiny "welcome" boxes in the bathrooms and kitchen this house is bare to the bones.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Janet! We're so glad you enjoyed the home’s cleanliness and convenient access to the private beach. For future stays, please know that our listing includes all items provided. Most guests plan a quick grocery trip, but had we known you needed anything, we would’ve been happy to deliver items to make your stay more comfortable. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. April P.

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

Family Spring Break

We loved our time staying at the Crow’s Nest! The house was wonderful and accommodated our family of 6 perfectly. It was clean and the access to the pool and beach was very convenient. Gorgeous neighborhood that has everything you need within a short walk or bike ride. The golf cart and bikes included was definitely a bonus! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2025
Thank you for the great rating! We’re happy to know you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back for another beach getaway soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Perfect place for family get away

My husband and I invited our children and grand children to celebrate our 40th anniversary. The Crows Nest was the perfect place for us. Steps away from private beach access, the community pool right next door. The house was spacious and comfortable, bikes and golf cart included. Close proximity to great restaurants and coffee shops. We all had a great time, and would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2024
Maria, thank you for choosing The Crows Nest to celebrate such a special occasion. We're delighted to hear your family enjoyed the beachfront access, amenities, and nearby attractions. We hope to welcome you all back soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christian V.

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

Good not great

Location is good, beach is just beautiful and right down the street. The little signs all over the property on what not to do, scratchy sheets, roasting hot loft, and lack of sheets on one of the bunk beds detracted from the stars. I would say for the cost it was good but not great. Def would not stay there if you have elderly or toddlers where stairs are a concern. Property mgmt team was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Christian. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful beach location and found our management team responsive. We appreciate your comments regarding the issues you experienced, and we will address them to ensure a better experience for our future guests. We hope you consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overdue Vacation

Lovely home and beautifully decorated. Great location on 30A with great local restaurants. Not sure the VRBO ad descriptions are as accurate as they state but was able to adjust. Huge issue for us, the private beach assigned to us was 22 minutes away, not 200 steps. A very kind and concerned lady with property management assisted us to get this corrected but we lost a half day of our stay because of this confusion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Ronnie. We’re so glad you enjoyed the home and its location along 30A. We're sorry for the initial confusion regarding the beach access. The closest access is just a short walk from the home: simply cross Blue Mountain Road and continue toward the beach via S Grande Beach Drive. We appreciate your patience while our team worked to clarify things, and we hope to welcome you back for an even smoother stay next time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Visit for Wedding

We had seven family members stay and the place was great for us. A beautiful house at a great location. Made great use of the pool and beach. We had two senior family members who had a bit of a hard time on the stairs from the first floor up to the living room/kitchen area (no railing for the bottom several stairs). A new railing there would help future senior guests. Otherwise, the place was perfect and we thank the owners and management for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Bill. We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great stay for the wedding and enjoyed the beautiful house, pool, and beach. We appreciate your suggestion about adding a railing to the bottom stairs for the comfort of our senior guests. We will take this into consideration for future improvements. Hope to host you all again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Abby R.

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

4 day beach vacation

The location of this property was great. Very short walk to the beach. The check in process and check out process was very easy. We enjoyed our stay overall! I gave this stay a 4 star review because there were several things we noticed. The blinds in one of the bedrooms didn’t close which made changing clothes and sleeping difficult. The bunk room beds were pretty wobbly- definitely couldn’t support 2 people on the top without significant noises. The trundle bed room was up in the “crows nest” but was extremely hot. Not an ideal bedroom in our opinion. Some of kitchen pans were in poor condition as well. Again, overall- a very nice property and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2025
Hi Abby, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback—we’re so glad you enjoyed the great location and found check-in and check-out to be smooth! We also appreciate you noting the areas where we can improve. Our team will be looking into the blinds, kitchenware, and bunk room setup to help ensure an even better experience for future guests. We’re glad to hear you had an overall positive stay, and we’d love the chance to welcome you back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely and suited my crew just fine. The listing photos show carpet in the living area and there was none, so it isn’t as colorful as what’s shown. The bedrooms are fine, but the bunk bed is rickety and the room is small. I don’t know how you’d be able to use the trundle bed in there. The crow’s nest bedroom is hot during the day, but cooled off at night and sleep was comfortable. The spiral staircase is precarious so would recommend only able-bodied sober folks go up. The kitchen is small and suitable for one cook, two at most. The kitchen supplies leave a lot to be desired and sheet pans are flimsy. The only bottle opener we located was on a manual can opener and wouldn’t work. There are 3 coffee makers - Keurig, 12 cup drip, and 4 cup drip. Take your own filters. We left salt and pepper, but no other pantry basics are available. I looked in every nook and cranny for a broom and couldn’t find one. I requested one on Friday (we arrived Wednesday), was told to keep looking, and was brought one on Sunday. I requested more towels and those were brought promptly. All communication with the management company was timely and friendly. There are lots of notes around telling you not to do this or that. Adding a ‘please’ would be a nice touch. There are outdoor cameras not mentioned in the listing, fyi. We had a nice stay overall with a 5 minute walk to the beach. The kitchen would benefit from an upgrade in supplies. Would probably stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your detailed review, Patty. We’re delighted to hear the home suited your group well and that communication with our team felt friendly and timely throughout your stay. We appreciate your thoughtful notes on the bunk bed, kitchen supplies, and small details such as signage and amenities—feedback like this helps us identify where improvements can be made. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the short walk to the beach and had a comfortable stay overall. We value your perspective and look forward to the chance to welcome you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kami R.

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

Overall a nice stay

Overall the house was nice and clean. We LOVED the private beach access that was just across the street! Location was exactly what we’d hoped for. Just two small things and one issue…We feel that the golf cart needed some maintance. The battery went down VERY quickly. You could tell that the battery needed to be replaced so we couldn’t drive it very far. The cookware that was in the cabinets were not good. Haha, we actually went and bought a skillet to use for cooking breakfast in. The main issue we had was the owner had a camera mounted up in the backyard pointed directly at the hot tub. Believe me, I get as far as an owner goes wanting to make sure nothing is going on while the house is not being rented out BUT as far as being parent goes it’s very disturbing and strange that it was not mentioned in the listing info. My husband moved the camera away from the view of the hot tub and we immediately got a rather direct message saying not to touch it and they would send a maintance guy over right away to put it back. Having our teenage daughter in the hot tub while someone could be watching her, UM NO!! This camera was NOT mentioned in the overall description of the property so we feel we have a right to be upset because it was part of the appeal of the home. Regardless to say, the hot tub was not used by us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Kami. We're glad you found the house nice and clean, and enjoyed the private beach access. We want to clarify that our listing does mention the presence of a camera for security purposes, and the hot tub is not intended for guest use. We value your input and appreciate your understanding. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience in the future.

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