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Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly

Family-friendly holiday home in Pensacola Beach with an outdoor pool

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Latest photo of new landscaping (2024)
Private pool with sun ledge and bed swing under the back porch.
Night view of the back yard with lighted pool and cafe lights under the deck.
Exterior
Only a 5-10 minute walk to be in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8912 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
  • Place, Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
  • Place, Casino Beach
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly

Sunshine Beach House is a 3 bedroom 2 bath single family cottage (sleeps 8) on Pensacola Beach just waiting for your arrival. With only steps from public access to Santa Rosa Sound (on the north side) and a short jaunt to the Gulf of Mexico (on the south side), you have the best of both beaches!

The house is cozy (990 square feet) and the kitchen is well stocked. Don't forget the private heated pool (no charge for up to 6 hours of heat per day), regulation size sand volleyball court, and charcoal grill. Beach chairs and towels are provided also. You will love hanging out on the back deck that extends the entire length of the house.

We have a super fast Internet connection (1 gigabyte download) and a streaming Roku television in each bedroom and the living room. We DO NOT CHARGE A CLEANING FEE or ask for you to do any crazy chores.

NEW front and back yard landscaping completed January 2024. See the last photo for what it now looks like!

Bring your family, friends and pets to enjoy all that Pensacola Beach has to offer at the Sunshine Beach House.

By the way, we also own and rent the blue house next door at 1202 Panferio Drive (VRBO 2358460) if you need more space!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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: limit 2 total
No dogs in the pool, dog fur clogs the filter.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No dogs in the pool. The dog hair clogs the filter which will burn up the pool equipment.
Absolutely no smoking inside the house. If smoking in the house is discovered, a fine of $500 will be applied.
Pool heat and pump are controlled by the owner remotely. Do not attempt to turn either on or off on without prior permission. $500 fine if violated.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pensacola Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Villa Segunda, a neighbourhood in Pensacola Beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by National Museum of Naval Aviation, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pensacola Beach Beaches and Navarre Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Water Warrior and Wall South. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pensacola Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Park East On-Leash Dog Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Quietwater Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Casino Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 28 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flounder's Chowder House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crabs We Got 'em! - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hilton - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sidelines Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Beach House - Private Pool - 5 minute walk to beaches - Pet friendly located?

This family-friendly Pensacola Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Opal Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay, great host, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sina N.

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

Great location

Great location and amazing backyard! We enjoyed our stay and the children had a great time at the pool and volleyball court.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the pool. It is close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cesar M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice home with suitable amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katina F.

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

Wedding stay

The house was amazing! It was close to restaurants and beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

roccio r.

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

Amazing!

Everything was really nice and clean, just like the photos! Me and my family really enjoyed the pool, we definitely will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lizbeth O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice pool house with big outdoor space to grill and hang out

This house has an amazing outdoor space for a large gathering. My family enjoyed the pool everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

We had a great stay!

The house was clean, we all had a blast in the pool. Communication with the owner was fast
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Relaxing!

This house has so much! Beautiful pool, beach volleyball, beach chairs, and a relaxing place to stay away from the excitement of downtown area. It is about a 10 minute drive to restaurants. Golf cart services are available on the beach (for tips). This house is located just a very short walk to a quiet beach. Looking forward to another trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

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

Super cute and convienent!

Very nice and clean, host was great and everything was as advertised/listed. I will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

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

Family Time

Sunshine house is a great place to stay, loved the pool and location close to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

tray p.

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

Spring break with the kids

Everything was perfect and clean! The heated pool was great for the kids. Great hangout spot around the pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Great location and fun property

The house is great for folks looking for a short walk to the beach and conveinient to Pensacola boardwalk. The pool shelf was great for our babies and the daybed downstairs was a great place hang out in the shade during the day. We would certainly come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad G., New Orleans, LA

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

Best House on Pensacola Beach!

Great house, great pool, great location. Makes for a quiet and peaceful getaway. Host is extremely helpful and responds quickly to all inquiries. Looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Sunshine House and Pool

We really enjoyed our stay at the sunshine house. The property was nicely furnished and had all the amenities. Our favorite amenity was the backyard/ pool. The pool was immaculate and the patio had shade to escape the sun at times . The owner was very attentive and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We really enjoyed the bay beach down the street. You can walk or drive and park in the neighborhood. We would definitely come back and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tristyn R.

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

Excellent Florida getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in Florida! The house was perfect and exceeded our expectations. It was very clean and had everything we needed to complete our stay including kids games, pack n play, beach items, etc. The pool is heated and was an added bonus of the house. The house feels very secluded and private, but only a few minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, etc. The hosts were very informative from the time of booking all the way through our stay. We will definitely try to come back and stay at the Crystal Beach Paradise again in the future! Perfect house for a large family or group of families to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Rochelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Enjoyed the stay

Eight of us traveled to Pensacola for 5 days of fun and sun. Overall we were pleased with our stay. Pros: location, access to beaches, pool was definitely a bonus, beds were comfortable, patio seating, volleyball net, owner response time Cons: only 7 forks and six beach towels, had to buy laundry soap, coffee filters and ice, cookware needs updated, grass/weeds overtaking the yard (including the volleyball area), many lamps had no light bulbs, broken beach toys need to be discarded.... overall just felt like the property needed a little TLC but we made it work and had a good time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Exactly what we expected

Our family of four enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as described with a large backyard and back deck/patio space. We lucked out with the weather in March and the pool heater came in very handy as the kids were able to still enjoy swimming in cooler spring weather. Rob was very attentive and responded quickly to all communications. We also love the fact that he owns the house next door. We will definitely be looking into staying here again with extended family with the two neighboring homes!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Birthday party

The only thing was looks can be very deceiving. Thought is was much bigger than anticipated. But it was a wonderful time and we all managed perfectly. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Sunshine

We absolutely LOVED this little place. The house is a little small but let's be real who comes to the beach to sit in the house. The owner was very upfront with the house being small. It was perfect for what we needed. It has comfy beds, showers and a full kitchen. The backyard of the property is AMAZING! We had so many fun nights sitting in the backyard playing games taking a late night swim and playing volleyball. The volleyball court is awesome! This location is perfect. It is a quick easy walk to the beach and a short drive to stores & restaurants. The property owner was fantastic with communication as well as offering suggestions on transportations and near by location. We can't thank them enough for providing a great experience for us. We will for sure be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, comfortable and very well stocked with everything we needed. Host was welcoming and responsive. The pool was divine!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Loved the backyard for my dog and the heated pool. It is located in a nice neighborhood and it was just a couple minutes across the road to the beach. Perfect for a family even though I was there alone.I have several friends with kids that wanted their information on the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family of 5. Pool and outdoor area were the highlight. Would come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this property. Nice little home close to everything. Short 3 - 4 block walk to the beach which felt very private. Property manager was very responsive. We had everything we needed and property was as described in the listing. We would consider staying here again in the future! Pet friendly, pool, awesome patio swing, and volleyball court. 5/5 recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Rob Rushing

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Jenny and Rob are the owners and hosts of this beach home, which they have enjoyed renovating and using when not rented. Rob grew up on Pensacola Beach, and Jenny and Rob are raising their family in nearby Gulf Breeze. Rob is a retired lawyer that now runs a team of Realtors with Jenny.

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