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Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of the water.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a dining area with a blue table, and a ceiling fan.
A coastal house with a wooden deck, a concrete pathway, and a view of the sea.
A wooden deck with a staircase leading to a house by a lake.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a window with a view, and an exit sign.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Perched along the water, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers access to hiking, biking, and scuba diving activities. The patio provides an outdoor area for relaxation, while nearby golf facilities cater to sports enthusiasts. The property is pet-friendly and located near the Carrabelle History Museum and Island View Park.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Carrabelle, FL
  • Place, Carrabelle History Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Gulf Avenue
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrabelle Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.

Special: Book and Stay August or September for only $150 a night, plus taxes and fees! (Excluding Holidays)

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".

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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

ALLOWED

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A signed rental agreement must be completed by guest

A pet fee of $100 is required per pet where applicable

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1339855vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the area

Carrabelle

Located in Carrabelle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Island View Park and Carrabelle Beach, while Carrabelle History Museum and Camp Gordon Johnston Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Carrabelle, FL

What's nearby

  • Carrabelle History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • beach near Gulf Avenue - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carrabelle Beach - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • St. James Bay Golf Club - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 38 min drive - 55.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fishermans Wife - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fathoms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Carrabelle Junction - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Marine Street Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

As of 19 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. on 22 October 2026 start from NZ$1,135, 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.

What time is check-in at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sitting On The Sound is a great place to just sit back and relax. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carrabelle History Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Island View Park and Carrabelle Beach. Camp Gordon Johnston Museum and Crooked River Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Sitting on the Sound. From the spectacular views to the sweet home, we couldn't have found a better place to spend 5 nights. Having coffee on the deck with that view was a highlight. The size was perfect for a couple and small pooch. We also liked exploring the small town of Carrabelle, along with Eastpoint and Apalachicola.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We loved the property. Quiet. Great fishing area. Only negatives was the furniture seemed really old and uncomfortable. The bathroom wasn't really clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful! We will definitely be staying again. Right on the water and so peaceful. Everything was clean and worked well. Plenty of kitchen utensils and spices to cook with. Only about 30 minutes to St. George Island if you want to enjoy the gulf. But peaceful and quiet area but still close to plenty of stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Parking was perfect. Our dog enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place! Loved it!!! Cold A/C, clean, lots of space!!! Grilled oysters on the chargrill. Only pointer, extra blankets would be nice. Everything else great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and property, would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty and comfortable. There isn't a dishwasher in the property, and you can't see the sunrise or sunset like some of the reviews say, but it's very quiet and we did see manatee and lots of fish and birds. It's a great place to relax and enjoy nature.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Place to Stay

Perfect location for a panhandle vacation.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay…

Beautiful scenery….with clean and enjoyable accommodations!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you for the lovely review. Please come and stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and comfortable. Beautiful views. Had everything needed for our short stay. Would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and well stocked. The neighborhood was peaceful with very little traffic. The view from the deck is gorgeous. We enjoyed watching the birds and dolphins. This was a very relaxing stay. The host communicated great and is top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views! Love the quietness of Carrabelle.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third stay at Sitting on the Sound over the past four years. We love the quiet location right on the water. The owner put a dock with a picnic table on one of the connected properties just steps away from the house. Terrific addition. We've seen such wonderful wildlife from the back deck over the years. An Osprey bid is farewell overhead this morning, showing off a big catch in it's talons. Truly amazing. The house is always comfortable and clean. Regular drip coffee pot, washer and dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location - great views - cozy - well equipped

Definitely recommend this for a stay. One of our favorite so far.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay!

This was our second time staying at Sitting on the Sound. It is great for a laid back and relaxed beach getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tho home was secluded and very peaceful. Get a kayak and explore the sound and then spend the evening watching the sunset from the balcony! Fantastic stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couples vacay.

Perfect cozy quiet location. My husband and I enjoyed our relaxing weekend at this beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking was easy and for multiple cars. The house is cute and has a great view of the water easy access for biking or walking to town. The back deck needs some painting and few boards replaced. My only other issues was few dirty dishes and the tolit sit way to close to the small shower. The water pressure and temperature was good in the shower. Loved the sitting area in the bedroom over looking the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

The view is amazing! We’ll go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway spot

We had a great weekend and even the dogs did too . We plan on going back! Highly recommended getaway place .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing

Very quiet and peaceful, yet very accessible to the small towns nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Location close to the water with beautiful scenery, sunrises & sunsets, and wildlife. Street in front had very light traffic; very quiet all day; clean rooms & furnishings; binoculars for bird watching. Approx. half hour from several public beaches & boat ramp & fishing dock nearbyCons: no salt, pepper, condiments, coffee, shampoo or shower soap. We stayed 3rd week of February 2026.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sublime peace!

Excellent view, location and thoughtfully supplied!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Came for the weekend to go to the blue crab festival and St. George island. And also eat some of the best oysters ever at the Station in Apalachicola
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view

Sitting on the balcony was beautiful day or night . We loved it and will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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