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Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs

Family-friendly holiday home in Santa Rosa Beach with an outdoor pool

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Gulf views from 3rd and 4th floors.
Heated pool has smaller kiddie pool and waterfall.
2000 sq ft of covered balconies face the gulf on all four floors.
 Gulf view great room on third floor spans 40 feet.
Living area of great room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20392.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Seaside Beach
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs

CHRISTMAS WEEK NOW AVAILABLE!

Perfectly located AVALON is Seaside's most popular beach home. From March through October, Avalon rents full weeks only, Saturday to Saturday. More flexible stays are often available November through February.
PLEASE NOTE: The "Non-refundable" Summer cancellation policy shown is incorrect. In Summer, we extend 100% refunds for cancellations greater than 180 days from arrival and 50% greater than 90 days. For all other seasons, 100% refunds are extended for cancellations greater than 60 days from arrival.

• Ideal location just steps from the beach and the town of Seaside
• Spacious, bright luxury home with beautiful gulf views
• Sleeps up to 20 in privacy with 8 bedrooms on all four floors
• Heated saltwater pool & kiddie pool in private courtyard with fireplace & large gas grill
• Free Amenities: 5 bikes, 8 beach chairs and 4 umbrellas, Wi-Fi, Bocce court, 8 wall-mounted smart TVs, table tennis, & more. See details below under "AMENITIES"

'AVALON' DESCRIPTION
Seaside at your doorstep! Only 250 feet from Seaside and perfect for large or multiple families, AVALON is a 4-story upscale beach home with 8 bedrooms and 5 full baths. It is literally steps from one of the most beautiful beaches in the world (beach entrance is just 25 feet away) and just a very short stroll to all the unique shops, restaurants, and free concerts and cultural events of enchanting Seaside, Florida. This meticulously maintained home has a beautiful, private tropical courtyard with seasonally heated PebbleTec saltwater pool with waterfall, stone fireplace, and large gas grill. With seven well separated bedrooms plus an additional sleeping loft located on all four floors, Avalon will sleep up to 20 in privacy, although it's great for smaller groups desiring more space as well. The interior is spacious and bright, with 10-15' ceilings throughout and a very open floor plan. Walls of floor to ceiling windows frame panoramic ocean views from a 1000 sq ft great room that will comfortably accommodate everyone in your party. Over 1600 sq ft of Italian tiled terraces provide panoramic views of the gulf and Seaside rooftops. There are two separate living areas, two complete custom kitchens, an additional kitchenette, and numerous free amenities. Whether it's a beach vacation for one large family, a reunion or other special event, or just close family and friends sharing a beach house, you can create memories to last a lifetime at this beautiful, perfectly located home.

AMENITIES - ALL INCLUDED FREE WITH YOUR STAY
• Very private pool (12' x 20') with attached tots' pool and waterfall
• Saltwater pool. No chlorine odor or burning eyes!
• Poolside stone fireplace, outside shower and beach & pool toy corral
• Weber Genesis large (4 burner) gas grill
• Five easy-to-ride 2024 Trek Cruiser bicycles
• Tommy Bahama beach chair sets - 8 backpack beach chairs and 4 large umbrellas
• High Speed Wireless Internet
• Eight LED smart TVs; 75" Samsung Smart TV; DVD movies
• Cornilleau Professional Table Tennis and Bean Bag Toss game
• Palm-shaded Bocce Ball Court and equipment
• All 5 bathrooms have hair dryers, lighted makeup mirrors, large tub-showers, Cambria quartz vanities and Ruvati sinks, operable windows, and luxury towels & toiletries
• Both full kitchens have been completely renovated in 2025 and have drip coffee makers, Keurigs with K-Cup pods, and dual-filtered water.
• Bedrooms have large wall-mounted smart TVs, roomy closets, and ceiling fans
• Small wall safes on 2nd and 3rd floors
• Avalon is baby-friendly, with 1 crib, 1 high chair, & 1 portable pack 'n play.
• Parking for up to 6 cars or SUVs, including a multiple car garage.
• Accidental damage insurance provided free of charge

ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
The beautiful, safe, and very family-friendly New Urbanist town of Seaside is just a short stroll away (about 250 feet). There you'll find numerous unique restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, and a wonderful bookstore and record shop. Throughout the year there are free outdoor concerts, movies, and special events. There is a 30-mile long gulf side biking and walking path coursing directly in front of the house. Play tennis at the nearby Watercolor tennis club (fee), or take a short drive to golf. Kids (and adults!) love the outdoor table tennis and the palm-tree shaded Bocce ball court. Relax in the private pool or gather in the evening around the stacked stone fireplace in the courtyard. Of course, most importantly, the gorgeous beach and Gulf of America are only steps away!


FLOOR-BY-FLOOR BED CONFIGURATION: There are at total of 5 King beds, 1 Queen bed, 2 Double beds, 3 Twin beds, and 1 crib in the house. (Note: All 5 of the King bedrooms can be configured to have en suite full bathrooms. At least one of the bathrooms on each floor is separately accessible from the hallway or pool courtyard for flexibility.)

• FIRST FLOOR: 1 Queen BR; 1 King bed in another separate semi-private room; 1 full bathroom; kitchenette/vanity with coffee maker, mini-fridge, & microwave; large walk-in closet; 500 sq ft tabby oyster shell porch with table tennis; parking for 6 cars or SUVs including garage spaces; bicycles (5) and bocce ball storage room.
• SECOND FLOOR: 2 King bedrooms; 1 bunk room with 3 Twin beds & 1 Double bed; 2 full bathrooms; living room; full kitchen (one of two kitchens); dining area with table/chairs; laundry room; 1 Pack 'n Play and 1 crib; highchair; 500 sq ft covered, furnished terrace
• THIRD FLOOR: 2 King bedrooms; 2 full bathrooms; Great Room (living room, dining room, and a second full kitchen); another 500 sq ft partially covered furnished terrace
• FOURTH FLOOR: 1 BR with full bed (Loft); separate private dressing room; 100 sq ft furnished observation deck

EASY CHECK-INS: Keypad doors at both the main courtyard entry and poolside bath make entering the house a breeze (there are no keys and no need to 'check in'). Our very professional management team is nearby should you need assistance during your stay. Contact us any time if you have questions (just click 'CONTACT HOST' after entering dates.)

POOL HEATING: The pool is always heated during full weeks from October through December and from March until Memorial Day. The pool heating fee is $30/day, which is charged by our management service (separate from VRBO). Pool heating is not available in January and February.

Thank you so much for making AVALON South Walton's most popular vacation home every year since 2012!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please return all 5 bikes to the bicycle storage room in the garage and lock the door.
Be sure to take all your personal items with you, and log out of any of your streaming services.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All rentals March through October are 7 nights, Saturday to Saturday only. Please contact us for available partial weeks November through February.
Pool Heating charge is additional and is charged through our management company at $30/day, March thru May and Oct thru Dec. It is unavailable Jan-Feb

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grayton Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Great Southern Café - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs have a pool?

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

Is Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Closest Lux Home to Beach & Seaside. See Map &Reviews! Pool, Bikes, Beach Chairs located?

This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Seagrove Beach East are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Steve and Sonia Bruno

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Steve & Sonia Bruno, friendly owners!

Why they chose this property

We designed and built Avalon as a family-friendly vacation home. We love the location right next to the beach and just down the street from everything there is to do in Seaside. You really never need a car!

What makes this property unique

Please see "AMENITIES" list above.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests