Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Other Space 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!
Welcome to "4C's Retreat", a luxury home in the prestigious beach community of The Preserve at Grayton Beach. Any richly appointed home begins with great outdoor spaces and this home is no exception.
You have multiple venues where everyone can relax and take in all nature has to offer. Outdoor dining, spaces for relaxation, and a gas grill to complete your outdoor experience. 4C's Retreat is also located as you first enter The Preserve, so beach access only steps away. A private boardwalk is close by for each beach access, one of only three on 30A! Making it easy to transport your beach wagons, strollers, and coolers to the shimmering sands of the Gulf!!
Upon entry, you're welcomed into the spacious open Great Room with multiple seating areas and luxury upgrades like trey ceilings, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and high-end furnishings. The formal dining area offers seating for six and the breakfast bar, and an additional four so that everyone can enjoy meals together. The Gourmet kitchen spares no expense with marble countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a center island. Making it easy to make your early morning cup of coffee and culinary creations in the evening.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (SLEEPS 8) • Master Bedroom: King bed, Private Master Bathroom, Private Patio • Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom • Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Private Bathroom. • Loft Area: 1 Twin over Twin Bunk Bed
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS: • Spacious 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 2,500 SF PLUS Bunk Room! • Just a short driving distance from the private beach access for The Preserve • Community is gated, offering the security that comes with it! • Just steps from one of two community pools (West pool is heated seasonally!) • Plenty of parking for you and your family • gas grill for you to use!
Blue Swell Vacation Rentals is a boutique property management company that specializes in top-of-the-line, luxury beach rentals from PCB, 30A, and Destin. Our loyal guests come back year after year because of the exclusive homes and condos we offer as well as the excellent service we provide. Our keyless entry, premier linens with 300 thread count sheets, plush towels, and high-end starter supplies are just the beginning of the convenient amenities we provide for every guest. Most importantly, Blue Swell’s phone service allows our guests to experience the best vacation ever with less stress. It is always a SWELL day at the beach!
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park 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.
Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?
As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool! on 12 Apr, 2027 start from S$379, 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.
How much is parking at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Blue Mountain Beach and South Walton Beaches. Grayton Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The area was quaint and quiet. The house was perfect. The walk to the beach was nice. The staff was helpful and responsive. We would highly recommend the area and the rental.
Melba R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the area peaceful and charming. It’s wonderful to know the home was a great fit and that the walk to the beach added to your experience. We also truly appreciate your compliments about our team — we're always here to help.
Thank you for the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
The house was very comfortable and having 2 pools onsite was nice.
Meagan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah W.
11 Jan, 2026
A Few Days in Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
From booking to check out, Blue Swell communicated frequently and responded in a helpful way to any questions we had. Check-in instructions were clear, as were those as we departed. Bathroom amenities were of high quality. Although we did not use the laundry facilities, it’s a plus to have them available. The house is lovely, and we felt at home right away. The kitchen is as well-equipped as one could wish, and the furnishings throughout the house are attractive, comfortable, and stylish. Nearby is the pool, and the beach is an easy walk away. After a restful 4-day Christmas visit, we reluctantly checked out but are already anticipating a future visit.
Sarah W.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear that communication, check-in, and check-out were smooth and that you felt at home from the start. It’s great to know you enjoyed the amenities, the well-equipped kitchen, and the comfort and style of the home. We’re especially happy your Christmas stay was restful and memorable. We’d absolutely love to welcome you back for another visit in the future—thank you for choosing Blue Swell!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
1 Oct, 2025
Excellent Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had an amazing time, the house was absolutely beautiful. We had plenty of space and everything was well stocked.
Kim L.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had an amazing time and that the house met your expectations. It’s great to know there was plenty of space and that everything you needed was well stocked—we aim to make your stay as comfortable and seamless as possible.
We’d love to host you again for your next getaway!
Blue Swell is an excellent property manager. We stayed in the hottest week of the summer and they brought out 2 portable air conditioners to keep us cool.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience, even during the hottest week of the summer. Our team was happy to help keep you comfortable, and we’re always here to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as possible.
We truly appreciate you choosing Blue Swell and hope to welcome you back again soon!
The house was perfect and clean. We loved the location to the beach also. Only issue we had was that the neighborhood codes seemed to have switched from the ones we were sent prior to the stay. This included the pool and beach access gates. The gate near us was also closed and did not work at night but the opposite end gate was open the whole time.
Mary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear the house was perfect and that you enjoyed the location near the beach. We truly appreciate you letting us know about the gate code and access issues — we’ll be sure to look into that to prevent future inconvenience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
great location, great house, very comfortable stay perfect for our needs. the private boardwalk was great, beach was fairly uncrowded which was a plus. we used bothbpools and the tennis courts. overall great trip. we will definitely look to stay here again on our next trip to 30A
Joshua D.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad the home and location were a perfect fit for your trip. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the private boardwalk, the pools, and tennis courts—and especially that the beach felt peaceful and uncrowded. We’d be thrilled to host you again on your next visit to 30A!
The house was beautiful, clean, and comfortable. The walk to the beach was a little longer then we realized but still convenient. We had a few issues with wrong codes and no power in one bedroom however the management company was super quick to resolve both issues. Would definitely recommend this property.
Lauren C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you found the house beautiful, clean, and comfortable, and that the management team was able to quickly resolve the code and power issues. We appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Overall, the place was great for our family trip. The location was close to restaurants and the beach. We had an issue with the door code at check in and their after hours call line resolved the issue immediately. Would definitely stay here again!
Everything was perfect. The house is beautiful with all the necessities. The location is perfect for shopping, food and exercising! The walk to the beach is gorgeous! Thank you for everything!!
Jameson, thank you for the review! Blue Swell is glad we were able to provide you with the perfect getaway. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location of your rental. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
The property is a great vacation rental. Our only real complaint was that the A/C was not working when we arrived. The temperatures for our entire stay were extremely high. People came to work on A/C several hours after we arrived and returned again on the next two days. The main floor never cooled well. This property should not have been rented until the HVAC issues are resolved.
Kelly S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Willa H.
19 Apr, 2018
Great place !
This was a great place and perfect for a large group ! Everything we needed ! Thank you !
Willa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thank you for booking with Blue Swell. We hope to see you again!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Maribel P.
8 Jun, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
the front porch could use a good cleaning and better outdoor furniture, making it more inviting, the sofas could a good cleaning as well as it has a lot of stain, my daughter would not even sit on it.
Maribel P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adela O.
6 Aug, 2025
Too Big for the Bunk Beds, Just Right for the Rest!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great stay. Location was perfect. The house was roomy enough for all 8 of us and made for a cozy getaway. The kitchen was surprisingly spacious and made cooking together fun with plenty of room for everyone to pitch in or just hang out and taste-test. We had to improvise a little with the sleeping arrangements. Our boys didn’t quite fit in the cubby style bunk beds. We probably should’ve booked this spot before they hit their growth spurts! Parking was a little tight, but honestly, we'd definitely come back again!
Adela O.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear the home worked well for your group and that the kitchen became a fun gathering spot—those are the best vacation moments! We appreciate your feedback on the bunk beds and parking; it's helpful as we continue to make improvements. We'd love to have you back anytime (hopefully before the next growth spurt!).
Verified
6/10 Okay
ERNESTO P.
23 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Most of all was good, except for access codes for the beach, the Internet, the neighborhood gate.None of them were updated and it was until the second or third day we got the correct ones Grill gas tank was empty, and none of TV 's were able to connect to the Internet for the whole week.I was constantly in touch with the company but after all we just decided to relax and forget about those issues.
ERNESTO P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're truly sorry for the inconvenience caused by the outdated access codes and the issues with the internet, TV connections, and grill. That’s certainly not the seamless experience we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating that must have been—especially at the start of your stay.
We appreciate your patience and the fact that you chose to make the most of your vacation despite those hiccups. Your feedback is extremely helpful, and we’re taking immediate steps to ensure better communication and that all access information is up to date for future guests.
Thank you again for staying with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide a smoother, more enjoyable experience next time.
The home was perfect for our needs. Very nice. Perfect space. Clean. Only concern was hot water did not last long but we made due.
Will stay here again.
Penielle W.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2024
We're thrilled you had a fantastic time! Thank you for your kind review. It means a lot to us and motivates us to deliver outstanding experiences. See you on your next vacation!
If you are looking for the perfect property for your next vacation this is it. My wife and I and two other couples were blown away by how beautiful the property is, the cleanliness of the property, the quiet neighborhood and the location. Check in and check out were seamless and Blue Swell was available and kept us informed. We definitely will book it again for a return couples trip!
Larry P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2024
Thank you! Your positive feedback is much appreciated. We look forward to your return.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
dana b.
11 Apr, 2022
Spring break
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very good Clean!!!
dana b.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for leaving this wonderful review. We can't wait to host your next vacation!
Excellent location. Spacious, comfortable beds. Easy check in and check out. Temperature control was challenging as it was chilly during our visit and difficult to warm the lower level. But upstairs was very toasty!
Teresa L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Teresa, thank you for booking with Blue Swell! We love our seamless check-in / check-out process as well! Makes it easy for our guests to jump right in and enjoy their vacation! We are sorry to hear about the difficulty you had in heating the lower level. We hope to see you again soon!
We loved the location of this house. Walk to beach was short and a pretty walk on a shaded boardwalk. We rode bikes to Grayton, Seaside and Santa Rosa. The house itself was so comfortable and well stocked. Beds were comfy with plenty of pillows. We will definitely be looking at this place to stay when we come back in 2 years!
Tammy J.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2023
Tammy, thank you for booking with Blue Swell! We look forward to your stay next stay with us!
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