10/10 Excellent
Tom d.
15 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture perfect
Tom d.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Carrabelle, FL
- Carrabelle History Museum11 min walk
- Carrabelle Beach4 min drive
- Crooked River Lighthouse6 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.
June Special: Book 7 nights in June and get 2 nights FREE! (Please inquire for your 2 Free nights!)
3 Night minimum in June
Sitting On The Sound is a 1BR/1BA cozy home on the bay and has a new owner with all new upgrades from new living room and deck furniture to painting. This property includes a hand-launch ramp for kayaks—trailers cannot be backed in for launching. This home has a fully stocked kitchen, charcoal BBQ grill, standard coffee pot, cable tv & wifi. This home will sleep 4 maximum with a king size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room.
Check out our adjacent property! Bay Watch
PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR CANCELATION POLICY
Inquire about our winter monthly rates.
PETS MUST BE APPROVED BY OWNER
*While this home is pet friendly there is a 2 limit max on pets. Pet fee is non-refundable and is $100 per pet
JUNE & JULY has a 7 night minimum, with a Saturday-Saturday booking.
Just minutes to Downtown Carrabelle, City Boat Ramp, 5 minutes to Carrabelle Beach. Places to visit in the surrounding area include: Tate's Hell Nature Trail, the Historic Carrabelle Lighthouse and Museum, Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum, Dog Island Ferry excursions, charter fishing, kayaking, cycling paths across the road, guided boat tours at Wakulla Springs, Panacea's Gulf Specimen Marine Lab (with touch pools for children), Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, a variety of local seafood eateries and a local supermarket.Close by is the beautiful St. James Bay Golf Course and Resort 370 Acres of Golf Community, Resort Style 18 hole Play golf course designed by Robert Walker. The Famous Crooked River Grill is just 15 minutes away. Located a little over an hour's drive from Tallahassee, and only twenty minutes from St. George Island and Apalachicola, this retreat can be tailored to your own adventurous spirit.
Come and discover the true meaning of "The Forgotten Coast".
3 Night minimum in June
Sitting On The Sound is a 1BR/1BA cozy home on the bay and has a new owner with all new upgrades from new living room and deck furniture to painting. This property includes a hand-launch ramp for kayaks—trailers cannot be backed in for launching. This home has a fully stocked kitchen, charcoal BBQ grill, standard coffee pot, cable tv & wifi. This home will sleep 4 maximum with a king size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room.
Check out our adjacent property! Bay Watch
PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR CANCELATION POLICY
Inquire about our winter monthly rates.
PETS MUST BE APPROVED BY OWNER
*While this home is pet friendly there is a 2 limit max on pets. Pet fee is non-refundable and is $100 per pet
JUNE & JULY has a 7 night minimum, with a Saturday-Saturday booking.
Just minutes to Downtown Carrabelle, City Boat Ramp, 5 minutes to Carrabelle Beach. Places to visit in the surrounding area include: Tate's Hell Nature Trail, the Historic Carrabelle Lighthouse and Museum, Camp Gordon Johnston World War II Museum, Dog Island Ferry excursions, charter fishing, kayaking, cycling paths across the road, guided boat tours at Wakulla Springs, Panacea's Gulf Specimen Marine Lab (with touch pools for children), Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, a variety of local seafood eateries and a local supermarket.Close by is the beautiful St. James Bay Golf Course and Resort 370 Acres of Golf Community, Resort Style 18 hole Play golf course designed by Robert Walker. The Famous Crooked River Grill is just 15 minutes away. Located a little over an hour's drive from Tallahassee, and only twenty minutes from St. George Island and Apalachicola, this retreat can be tailored to your own adventurous spirit.
Come and discover the true meaning of "The Forgotten Coast".
Property manager
Janalyn Dowden
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Water view
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Carrabelle
Located in Carrabelle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crooked River Lighthouse and St. George Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. James Bay Golf Club and St. George Island Fishing Pier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carrabelle, FL
What's nearby
- Carrabelle History Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Carrabelle Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
- Camp Gordon Johnston Museum - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
- Crooked River Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
- St. James Bay Golf Club - 13 min drive - 14.6 km
Restaurants
- Harry's Bar - 12 min walk
- Carrabelle Junction - 14 min walk
- Hog Wild Bar-B-Q - 4 min drive
- Marine Street Grill - 12 min walk
- The Fisherman's Wife - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
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Communication
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Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
24 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Andrew H.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie O.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - great views - cozy - well equipped
Jamie O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie G.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place to Stay
Julie G.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean W.
29 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful relaxing weekend
Jean W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
jw c.
18 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay…
jw c.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Pedro T.
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On the Sound
Pedro T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan R.
4 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Jordan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Misty D.
21 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Misty D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marshall L.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sublime peace!
Marshall L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Logan F.
27 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couples vacay.
Logan F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
David & Francine U.
16 July 2018
Great place! Beautiful view! Highly recommend!
David & Francine U.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
17 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elijah B.
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Elijah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandy Y.
5 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Sandy Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
MARJORIE O.
6 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
MARJORIE O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Joseph B.
31 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway spot
Joseph B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, perfect location
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
megan h.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene getaway
megan h.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Renee L.
12 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Renee L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Teresa M.
24 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Teresa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cindy W.
13 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location with an amazing view
Cindy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike Z.
5 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Small town atmosphere
Mike Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda W., Tallahassee Florida
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and serene get away.
Brenda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Janalyn Dowden
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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