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Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR

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Directly across from the Newest Beach Access Sandcastle by the Sea on 30A.
Living Space with Seating for 16 at the two dining tables.
Pool
Full Outdoor Kitchen with Gas Grill, Mini-Fridge, and Prep space.
A pool table in a room with white walls, a potted plant, and a framed artwork.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 21

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

1st Floor King Suite

1 King Bed

1st Floor King Suite + Bunk room

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Floor 2nd Master King Suite

1 King Bed

3rd Floor Bunk Room

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

3rd Floor King Suite + Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Carriage House

1 King Bed

7 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom Ensuite 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Ensuite 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Ensuite 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Ensuite 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Ensuite 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Ensuite 6

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath on 1st and 2nd Floor

Toilet

Half Bathroom 9

Toilet

Master Bathroom Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR

Sparkling Gulf waters meet the tranquility of Lake Allen. This exclusive home offers an extraordinary 30A experience.

Welcome to Sandcastle by the Sea!

This lakefront masterpiece welcomes up to 21 guests with sweeping views of the lake and the Gulf of Mexico, just a few steps away. This designer 3-storey home features seven professionally decorated bedrooms, offering a stunning blend of coastal elegance and modern comfort. Bright and sunny spaces and expansive outdoor areas for recreation and entertainment.

What You'll Love About This Home:

Sleeping Arrangement

First Floor:
2 King Bedrooms w/ En Suite Baths
Bunk Room with Access to King Bedroom - perfect for families

Second Floor:
Lakefront Master's Bedroom with/ En Suite Bath

Third Floor:
2 Kind Bedrooms (one with adjoining bunk room)
Bunk Room: 2 Twin-Over-Twin, 1 Twin Bed, En Suite Bath
Lakefront King Suite w/ Views of the Gulf and the Lake

A Chef's Dream Kitchen
On the second level, a gourmet kitchen brings everyone together. Outfitted with premium stainless-steel appliances, a gas range, dual sinks, two dishwashers, and a generous workspace, it sets the stage for memorable meals and effortless entertaining.

Outdoor Serenity and Entertainment:
Heated Pool & Spa (on-demand)
Game Room with a Full-Sized Pool Table
Spacious Pool Deck with 65" Outdoor TV
Full Bar & Afresco Dining
Gourmet Outdoor Kitchen
Cozy Outdoor Fireplace
Serene Lakeside Dock

Amenities:
In-home Elevator
6-seater golf cart + Bikes
Beach Chairs
2-minute walk from beach access

Other Things to Note:
Pool & Spa Heating Fee: $75/day
High Chair & Pack 'n Play: Available upon request (add-on)
Age Restrictions: Must be 25+ to book and stay (for non-family groups)

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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
Families Welcome!
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1611483vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$2,246, 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 Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Designer 30A Home | Pool, Lake & Beach | 7BR located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 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. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy v.

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

Family Vacation

property was awesome and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Hello Andy, Thank you so much for such a great review. Our team is delighted to hear how you've appreciated the property at Sandcastle by the Sea. We truly hope you had great memories during your vacation. We are looking forward to your next beach trip. Please don't hesitate to contact us for exclusive repeat renters' discounts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Absolutely beautiful!

This was an absolutely beautiful location. We wanted for nothing with the beach across the street, great food, and relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2021
Hello Dawn, It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. We are joyful that you like the location of the property you stayed in during your vacation. Good thing that you enjoyed the beach, the great food, and the relaxation brought to you by the place. We want our guests to have a comfortable stay, indeed, and we will do our best to address any issue as soon as possible. We appreciate your feedback. These helped us improve our services in the future! We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EVA E.

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

So accomadating very nice house. Ron the concierge was super attentive. Had a great week

Highly recommend this house
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hi Eva, Thanks for your feedback. We are thrilled that you loved your experience. Our team is committed to providing excellent service to our guest especially Ron who has been excellent in taking care of our guest. We look forward to hosting you again on your future vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

Great Trip!

The property was great. Had plenty of room for all 5 families. Great location. Great communication
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Hi Brandon, Thank you for sharing your experience at Sandcastle by the Sea! We're delighted to hear that the property was spacious enough for all 5 families and that you loved the location. We're also glad our communication met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back! Please feel free to call us for an exclusive repeat renters' discount.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

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

Great house for family vacation

We loved the spaciousness of the house and all of the amenities. We had family from age three to age 72, and everyone loved the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2021
Hello Sally, It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. We were grateful to know that you loved the house which accommodates your whole family. We hope you have great memories of the place. Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wanda r.

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

Great home

This home has something and space for everyone in the family the pool, hot tub, golf cart, and bikes were great!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2022
Hello Wanda, It’s been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. Thank you for your positive feedback about the property. We are glad that it showed that you were satisfied. We hope you had great memories of the place you stayed. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cherie p.

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

Great place for multiple families

We had a great time and enjoyed spending the week at this beautiful home. We always have multiple families going on our annual beach trip and this house was perfect for the wide range of ages we have going every year. We would definitely love to rent this house again! The location is also perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hello Cherie, Thanks for your feedback! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay in Sandcastle by the Sea. We are hoping to host your next beach vacation! Please feel free to contact us when you start planning your next trip to avail of exclusive repeat renter discount offers. -Live The Gulf Coast Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne C.

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

Excellent!

The place was awesome! Perfect layout that allowed privacy for all. The views and location were awesome. The communication was too notch and very responsive! Everyone had an excellent trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2022
Hello Adrienne, it's been a pleasure having you at Sandcastle by the Sea. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Santa Rosa Beach. Thank you for appreciating our efforts with the service and communication we offer. We hope you consider staying with us again to experience a 5-star stay. Please don't hesitate to contact us for exclusive repeat renters' discounts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

great place for a family vacation vacation

great place for a family vacation. everyone had their own space. kitchen well equipment for a large crowd.. Beautiful inside decor. Pool area was beautiful and the outdoor T.V was a added bonus
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2022
Hi Linda, it's been a pleasure having you at Sandcastle by the Sea. We hope you had great memories in Panama City Beach. Thank you for your feedback. All we want is for you to have the 5-star experience that you deserve. We are looking forward to your next beach trip. Please don't hesitate to contact us for exclusive repeat renters discounts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy N.

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

Wonderful for family vacation!

This house was beautiful and perfect for our family vacation! We were 5 families with 10 adults and 7 children. There was more than enough room for everyone in the house to play together as well as have privacy when needed. The kitchen is magnificent with plenty of room for more than one cook. Everyone loved the pool, and the beach is steps away. All In all, we loved everything about it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2020
Hi Mandy, Thanks for your feedback. We are thrilled that you loved your experience. We look forward to hosting you again on your future vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie K.

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

Beautiful House

The house is very nice, I can't say much for the beds they were way to soft. Very quiet neighborhood. Ron was very helpful when I contacted him.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hi Tracie, We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. As 2019 comes to a close, we wanted to wish you a Happy Holiday season. We always appreciate return guests and hope to see you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N.

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

Perfect week away

This property was ideal for our large family of 15. The double dishwasher and washer and dryer were so convenient for our family size. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking at home. The abundance of beach chairs and umbrellas were convenient. The beach access was very close to the home. We loved the layout of the home as it provided enough space for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Hello Suzanne, Thank you for sharing your fantastic review of Sandcastle by the Sea. We're thrilled to hear that the property was ideal for your family. It's great to know that we were able to provide convenient amenities for your family's needs. We're delighted that the layout of the home is perfect for your family, ensuring a comfortable stay. Should you plan another visit to our area, we would love to welcome you and your family back to Sandcastle by the Sea. Please don't hesitate to message us for a repeat renter's discount on any of our properties.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

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

Good Friends and Good Times

This is a great property for multiple couples and families. The 6+ bedrooms with king beds and adjoining bunk rooms are perfect. This house has “highend” appliances and plenty of them. The pool/spa with outdoor fireplace is where much time was spent. The Property Management company was very responsive to our questions and requests. We would all recommend this home to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2021
Hello Cynthia, It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. We hope you had great memories of the place. You truly deserve the 5-star experience. Thank you for your feedback and for acknowledging our services. All we want is for you to have a comfortable stay. We also appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Family Vaca 2023

Absolutely fabulous. People managing this property were absolutley awesome. Everything worked. My 86 year old mom was able to go up and down because the elevator worked. (Last house we had elevator did not work). We had a great time. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
Hi Karen! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an absolutely fabulous experience during your stay. It's fantastic to know that our team took excellent care of you and that everything worked seamlessly, especially the elevator, allowing your 86-year-old mom to move around comfortably. We strive to provide the best possible experience for all our guests, and your feedback means a lot to us. We're delighted that you had a great time, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you and your family back again soon. Please contact us for exclusive repeat renters discount at any Live The Gulf Coast properties. Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

orna e.

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

Perfect property in Santa Rosa Beach

This was our second time staying here. Ron as usual was extremely helpful. He organized a chef for us called Swiftly Catered (who we’re phenomenal, I would highly recommend) We had 14 people staying 6yrs old to 85 years old. This house has the perfect layout, lots of privacy for multiple family members. The views of the lake in the morning are spectacular and being so close to the beach is amazing ! The houses kitchen is so well stocked, the garage is also stocked with beach equipment and toys. I would highly recommend this house, we hope to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Thank you, Orna! It's always a pleasure to have you at Sandcastle by the Sea. Looking forward to your next visit :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william c.

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

Chad's home grown crew!

Beautiful property w/ plenty of room for 20! Teens / young adults had the 3rd floor to themselves. Four adult couples had own master suite and the pool house bungalow might be the best set up for accommodations!! Kitchen is perfect for cooking as a large group gathering and the Dinning setup allowed everyone to sit down together for meals! Close adjacency to beach is perfect for short lawn chair hauls and having the golf cart included in cabin rental is way more than a added value it makes this five STAR PLUS 30-A accommodations worth the spend!! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2020
Hello William, It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle. We appreciate your feedback and we look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joyce R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
This property was listed as a “new build” and it was anything but a new build. We spent the week picking out splinters from the children’s feet from the outdoor decking. The outdoor rugs were in shreds and all furniture cushions were stained/dirty. The indoor area was well decorated and the second and third floors were very nice. The first floor beds (2 kings ) were terrible and need to be replaced immediately. The mattresses were terrible and the bed frames need to be repaired or replaced. The guest cottage bed was great but the cottage smelled like cigarette smoke-clearly the previous renters had smoked. The kitchen area was well stocked and we were able to find everything we needed. The management team did a great job helping us with a towel issue as well as an issue with the a/c. They we kind and very professional. Probably our biggest complaint is that you advertised this rental as a new build and honestly if we knew it was as old as it is-I’m not sure we would have rented it. False advertisement.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

Nice house in great location

Our family enjoyed spending a week at this property in September 2019. The home has beautiful furnishings, and a great pool and outdoor gathering area. Unfortunately the golf cart had an issue and had to be picked up for repair for three days. The listing was accurate with the exception that the beach access across the road was closed and being completely renovated, and that was not mentioned. For that reason, we would have liked the convenience of a golf cart all week to get to and from the beach access down the road. We enjoyed the patio spaces with quality furnishings, fantastic kitchen and dining area, and great pool area. Overall, a great property and a great space to enjoy time with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hello, Thanks for your feedback! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay in Sandcastle by the Sea. How we wish the golf cart was fixed immediately for you to fully enjoy your vacation. With this experience, we have learned to improve future guests experience. And extra good news: The beach access across the street is opening soon!!! We are hoping to host your next beach vacation. Please feel free to contact us when you start planning your next trip to avail of exclusive repeat renter discount offers. -Live The Gulf Coast Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

orna e.

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

Spectacular Views of the lake & sunsets from balcony

This is a stunning property. The layout of the house is amazing, there is so much space. You can easily easily accommodate two families with lots of privacy. The balcony off the main second floor is blissful in the mornings with beautiful views of the lake. This is one of the nicest properties I’ve stayed at and we’ve been all over the world. The location is perfect, the beach is a one minute walk, the house has chairs, toys, carts etc They provide a golf cart but the beach is so close we didn’t need it ! We used it to drive to Seaside for ice cream ! Ron the manager is amazing, he’s very responsive and so nice. He couldn’t do enough for us on our trip. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 84 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2021
Hello Orna, Hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea is our pleasure! We are happy that you were satisfied with the place you stayed. We really want our guests to have a 5-star experience throughout the stay. We are delighted for the acknowledgment of our services. Thank you for your recommendation. We highly appreciated it. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tori R.

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

Luxe with hiccups

This is a very nice property with great amenities, but needs a new approach to cleaning and maintenance. Property manager was very nice and accommodating, but we went 8-9 hours with a pretty serious issue with no response from anyone after calling and texting and leaving a message. I will say that the issue was eventually resolved, but not without disrupting our vacation. Again, cleaning and maintenance are not up to par. Some of the Furniture is visibly stained. Layout of the house is great for multiple families. Surroundings are breathtaking. Lots of potential to be a 5 star property.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2022
Hello Tori, It's been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. Thank you for finding the time to share the details of your recent visit. We were delighted to know that you found the property with great amenities and our guest service to be accommodating. We apologize for the cleaning issue and the late response to your maintenance concerns. We tried our best though it's challenging to get someone out ASAP during the off-season. And rest assured that we discussed cleaning matters with the housekeeping team to prevent the same issue in the future. We will keep your feedback in mind moving forward to enhance our guests' experience and satisfaction further. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we'll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexia D.

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

Gorgeous Home, Perfect Vacation!

The beauty of this home truly took our breath away when we saw it in person. We couldn’t stop admiring the beauty of it. It was new, immaculate and the owner thought of everything to include on every floor! It is located across the street from the beach, but within a 1 minute walking distance. A new parking lot/beach entry is being built across the street in a perfect spot for this house. It is also located next to Stinky's, a fabulous seafood restaurant. We enjoyed having the free golf cart that came with the house too. We took it to Shunk Gulley, another fabulous restaurant, down the road for dinner several times. The bedrooms and beds were very comfortable and spread out from each other. We put all the kids upstairs in the bunk rooms. We loved having the ice makers in all the kitchen areas. The salt water pool was beautiful and looked so pretty at night with the lights on. The elevator was great for bringing suitcases to the 2nd & 3rd floors. We were a party of 14 and we still had empty beds. This house would comfortably sleep many more. We look forward to coming back next year! 😊🏖☀️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hi Alexia, Hi Paul, Thanks for your feedback. We are thrilled that you had a great experience in our vacation home. Our team is committed to providing excellent service to our guest. We look forward to hosting you again on your future vacation.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Debby G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Beautiful home Multiple issues

This was a very challenging week. Upon check in there was trash, empty bottles, and cans in multiple outdoor areas. Three of the 4 lounge chairs by the pool were unusable. The entire seat fabric had pulled away the frame leaving no where to recline and a real eyesore to look at. The most difficult part of this rental was the multiple splinters from the pool deck. There were 9 people affected on 12 different occasions from splinters, mostly in feet but also hands. One child had to get the three splinters in her foot surgically removed on Easter Sunday. She is only 7 and was traumatized. The pool deck is not safe. It needs attention immediately. Upon arrival, the inside was poorly cleaned. Some rugs were not vacuumed, the coffee maker had old water and grounds in it. One room had a fake fingernail on the floor. One room had a false eyelash behind the door. The bunk room sheets had hair and make up on them and filth and stains all around the mattress. There were stray hairs and bodily fluids on at least 2 of the beds downstairs. The dishwasher was broken, the elevator didn’t work nor did the outside fireplace. I rented through Live The Gulf Coast realty Company so I’m not sure why VRBO is asking for a review. I would not rent from this realty company again nor rent a home managed by their property managers. There are multiple pictures and recorded phone calls made to LTGC Realty Co. should you have further questions or concerns. The home was beautiful but the issues many.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2024
Hi Debby! Thank you for taking the time to provide such detailed feedback about your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. Your experience falls far short of our standards, and we are deeply sorry for the inconvenience caused, particularly with the pool deck and the cleanliness of the property. Regarding the cleanliness issues and broken amenities, we are taking immediate steps to rectify these problems. We have already scheduled a thorough review and deep cleaning of the property, and maintenance replaced the broken lounge chairs, fixed the dishwasher, elevator, and outdoor fireplace. We have also addressed the oversight in our communication and quality assurance processes to prevent such occurrences in the future. We will review your feedback with the team to ensure we significantly improve our services. Above all, we’re glad we’re able to address all this by offering a refund that was reasonable for all parties involved. Again, we deeply regret the inconvenience you faced and hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan B.

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

Great for our family Thanksgiving get away.

Good communication
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2023
Hello Jan, Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure to host you during your Thanksgiving getaway and for appreciating our communication. We hope we can have you again in the future. Please don't hesitate to reach us for an exclusive repeat renters discount.
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10/10 Excellent

Raeanna H.

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

Wonderful place to stay

We LOVED this property, from the layout of the house to the location! Everything was amazing! We had breathtaking views from every balcony! We LOVED the pool and hot tub, the kids swam from sun up to well past sundown and having the golf cart and bikes to get around was fantastic! Easy access to the beach was great and having a great restaurant next door was convenient. It’s a quieter neighborhood with so much to do all around you!! Honestly, the house has so many great amenities, it was hard to leave it to explore some days! The house is so spacious, we had 19 people and we all had plenty of room! We can’t wait to go back again! You won’t be disappointed with this property!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Hello Raeanna, It’s been a pleasure hosting your stay at Sandcastle by the Sea. Thank you for the wonderful words about the property! We are glad that you're having a great time during your stay. We hope you had great memories. Know that our entire team would be happy to welcome you and your group back. We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts. Please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
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10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Fabulous Rental Experience

This home was very clean and freshly appointed. Two dishwashers a big plus. Plenty of room for 16 adults celebrating a new bride and groom. Pool and outside area great! Kitchen/dining area awesome. Great location to beach (5 min tops).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
Hello Ann, Having you as our guest at Sandcastle by the Sea was such an honor. We really make sure you would have the 5-star experience that you deserved. Your feedback is highly appreciated. These helped us improve our services in the future! We are excited and look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.

About the host

Hosted by Davis Bass

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Growing up along the Gulf Coast, I have been blessed to call Panama City Beach home for over 20 years. From staying at our Family's condo near the St. Andrew's State Park to fishing in the surf along Grayton Beach, I have seen and lived the growth of PCB/30A. My team of forward-thinking Vacation Designers will help plan your trip around what's important to you! With 50 years of combined Real Estate Experience, we pride ourselves on our "Help, Don't Sell" motto. Our goal is to help you plan the perfect Vacation that will be remembered by you and your family for years to come.

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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