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Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool

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Starburst Beach House - one house off beach and adjacent to path to beach
Main living area (2nd floor)
Main living area looking into dining area (2nd floor)
Kitchen looking into main living area (2nd floor)
Kitchen (2nd floor) - prep table with provided stools can seat 4

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Rosemary Beach, FL
  • Place, Rosemary Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alys Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Powell Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

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

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool

Here are our current specials:
• One free beach setup (2 beach chairs, beach umbrella) for all reservations March through November.

Starburst Beach House is located in the private gated community of Waters Edge, which adjoins Rosemary Beach on the west side. Waters Edge has its own private beach and, with only 34 homes in the entire neighborhood, the people density on the beach is low. As a result, Waters Edge is very popular with vacationers seeking the "perfect place" along 30-A.

Starburst Beach House is only row off the beach, and is conveniently located right next to the path to the beach. You can step out of the house and onto the path, walk the length of one lot (about 100 feet) and you are at the steps down to the beach. There are only two homes in the entire community with shorter walks to the beach. So it's easy and convenient to go back and forth between the house and the beach.

This beautiful home has its own small private pool, which can be heated for a small fee.

With five large bedrooms (3 kings, a queen and a bunk room), four and one-half bathrooms and 10-foot ceilings, this beautiful beach home is perfect for 12 guests to sleep and unwind comfortably.

Here's the layout:

1st floor:
• Entry foyer
• King bedroom
• Queen bedroom
• Jack & Jill bathroom shared by the King and Queen bedrooms
• Bunk room (sleeps 4)
• Private bathroom for the bunk room

2nd floor:
• Main living area
• Kitchen
• Dining area
• Powder room (half bath)
• King primary suite with it's own large bathroom (including a large walk-in double shower)
• Gulf-side dining balcony
• Street-side balcony off king bedroom

3rd floor:
• King primary suite with it’s own large bathroom (including a walk-in shower and a separate large soaking tub
• Separate sitting room with wet bar and small refrigerator
• Gulf-side balcony

Electronics:
• Whole-house mesh WiFi system for fast, reliable internet and streaming
• Large flat screen TVs in the main living area and the four main bedrooms. Free YouTube TV, Netflix and Amazon Prime Video on Demand (pay content is available by reimbursing owner)
• Quality mini-audio system connected to TV in main living area (with bluetooth for playing your own music via your smart phone or tablet)

On the beach side of the house, you can enjoy the outdoors in the pool and sunbathing area, which is completely enclosed by a stucco privacy fence. The fenced-in area includes a large two-burner natural gas grill (no propane bottles to deal with) and a gate opening directly onto the path to the beach walkover.

Starburst sleeps 12 guests comfortably: three kings, a queen, and a bunk room with four full-length twin beds. Parking for three cars (one covered) on the parking pad at Starburst, with a 4th parking spot available on Geoff Wilder Lane close to the house.

Saturday to Saturday rentals only. Non-smoking. No pets.

Walton County Short Term Rental Certificate #: STR23-000969
Walton County Tourist Development Tax Registration #: 1279

Keywords: Luxury Ocean-view Home, 30A, Rosemary Beach, Pool

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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
No pets on premises, either inside or outside
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Traveler must fully complete & sign owner's rental agreement, submit it to owner and comply with all terms therein.
Cancellation policy - As described in rental agreement. No cancellations within 90 days of check-in (except for mandatory hurricane evacuations).

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
Property Registration Number STR23-00969

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Rosemary Beach, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Frank Brown Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Sundog Books and Emerald Coast Mirror Maze are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Rosemary Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Rosemary Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alys Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Powell Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pier Park - 15 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Seaside Beach - 16 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idyll Hound Proper - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shades Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ghost Crab Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fonville Press - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool?

As of 6 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool on 6 March 2027 start from NZ$1,692, 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.

Is Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Starburst - One lot off beach, private beach for only 34 homes, private pool located?

Located in Rosemary Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach. Powell Lake and Camp Helen State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steps from the beach in a private community between Rosemary and Alys. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to beach access with small children
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10-10. Fantastic stay. Would stay again. Perfect location and lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conner B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and ease of business with renter was top notch. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the house was absolutely perfect. Hunter was very easy to reach. Only complaint was that the beds are not that comfortable but otherwise we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan D.

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

Great stay in Rosemary

Traveled for a week to Starburst and it was an amazing time! Went with 6 kids under 8 and the house felt comfortable. Location couldn’t be beat and communication with owner was proactive and great. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Nicest home on 30A

We have stayed in many homes on 30A in ALL communities and this was the nicest, best managed and best equipped home of all. The owner is very thoughtful and did not miss a beat. I recommend this property to anyone expecting the best in their stay. Happy life to all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Enjoyable Family Vacation

Very satisfied with the house and location. My extended family of 11 (6 adults, 5 children) had a wonderful time, the location was perfect, and the house was spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thanks Tom, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks also for booking again next summer, we look forward to having you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon V.

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

Great stay!!

such a great stay at this beach house! Close walk to the beach , nice gated community in the heart of Rosemary and just steps away from Alys. The house was clean had all the kitchen essentials, comfy beds and the host was excellent! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thanks Shannon, we look forward to having you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

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

Enjoyable

House is great and the perfect location to Rosemary and the beach . Well equipped with everything you may need . Owner was very helpful . We will be back !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Starburst Stay

The owner was easy to work with and the house was clean and well kept. The kitchen had all of the devices we needed for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Perfect Week !

Wonderful home in a great location within a gated community. Rosemary Beach Square a block east and Ally's Beach a quick jaunt to the west. Short walk to the beautiful beach. Pool was perfect for a quick dip after the beach and the kids loved it. Hunter is a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie P.

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

Incredible stay at Starburst

Truly cannot say enough about how amazing our stay at Starburst was. The location is perfect. Steps to the most beautiful beach, and a short walk to restaurants, shops and the charming Rosemary Beach. The house itself is beautifully decorated and the kitchen is stocked with any kind of pan or utensil you may want. The pool was really handy on cooler windy days, definitely opt to pay the extra to have it heated if you’re not there during the warmer months!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Ideal location and perfect for large family

This rental was PERFECT in many ways! The location was ideal to the beach, resturants, and shops. The pool was great with small children who couldn't tolerate the beach all day, but still wanted to play in the water. The owner stocked the house very well. I was so impressed that I even left a view items to restock them! Communication and suggestions were excellent! A GEM of a place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Beautiful Rosemary Beach Home

This home is in the best location in the area. It is perfectly situated right next to all the restaurants and shops of Rosemary Beach and conveniently directly across the street from Peddlers Village. It is also right on the beach access path and just a few short steps to the sand and water. The house is spacious and well maintained. I loved the security of a gated entrance and enjoyed the lack of crowds on the private beach compared to the packed beach at Seacrest. We loved it and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam R.

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

Great Location

The location was great. Located in a gated community, and the second house from the beach. There was plenty of room for everyone. It was nicely furnished and had a homey feel. The kitchen was well stocked with new appliances, and plenty of cooking utensils. The host was very nice and answered all our questions immediately. Rosemary Beach is such a cool area to visit. We have been here before and will be back again. Thank you Hunter for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany A.

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

Beautiful, conveniently located property

Our week at Starburst was wonderful. With 6 adults and 6 kids under 10, we walked into a very clean, well laid out, well labeled and well stocked home. The location was key as we didn't have to get in a car after arriving for days as we were able to walk to restaurants, stores, live music, etc. The security of the neighborhood and access to the beach were great. The communication with the owner was incredibly efficient leading up to the trip. While, we didn't need the owner during the trip, I'm confident that if we did, that communication would have been just as good. We are making plans to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Perfect Family Spring Break

We had a wonderful experience for our first trip to 30A. Starburst was the perfect house: great location, so close to the beach and easily accessible to shops and restaurants. I really appreciated the daily beach set up that came with the house. The beach is less crowded than other parts because it serves this cute, small neighborhood. House was well appointed with all the things we needed and easily slept 8 adults and 3 children. The grill worked perfectly and the small pool was a favorite with the kids. All in all a great trip and I hope we can return one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E S.

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

Family Vacation

Salt & Pepper is the only food product that was there when we checked in. I have never rented a vacation home that did not have a few spices at least. Start up products were at a bare minimum. Very nice property. They should charge a couple dollars more to upgrade basic supplies for families checking in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Tom, thanks so much for the 5 star review. We regret that there was a misunderstanding about the starter supply of essentials. Our info sheet (which was provided at time of booking as well as 30 days before check-in) does describe exactly what's included in the starter supply. It also suggests that you will need to purchase (or bring with you) anything you need beyond the starter supply.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Amazing Home in a Perfect Spot!

We only have great things to say about Hunter's home, Starburst.The location can't be beat! It is steps away from the private beach, perfectly situated in a fantastic neighborhood right in the heart of Rosemary Beach. After spending the day on the beach, it was lovely to just shower and walk across the street to grab dinner or drinks. We've spent many a spring break along 30A and this home is, by far, one of our favorites!The home is beautiful and well-appointed. It's a small thing, but Starburst has hooks everywhere: by the door to the pool, in the bathrooms, by the front door, etc. Having a place to hang bath towels, beach towels, baseball hats, etc. is incredibly helpful.The TVs had Rokus with access to Netflix and YouTubeTV, so the boys were easily able to watch the NCAA tournament games.If you are looking for a place to stay in Rosemary Beach or along 30a, we highly recommend Starburst! We would happily stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

It doesn't get any better!

Starburst worked out fabulously for my family of 8. The house was clean, well stocked and labeled with instructions where needed. We easily fit 3 cars in the drive. The layout of the house flows smoothly. The location was great - just a few steps to the beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants. It was easy to communicate with the owner. He gave delailed information and answered all my questions promptly. We hope to return to this lovely home in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Excellent Vacation!

Perfect house, beach, location, etc. This was our first trip to this location, and now we will be regulars. I visited with my spouse, two children and two in laws. We only needed 3 bedrooms, but there were 5. We could have comfortably fit 6 more people. The beach was perfect. Beach chair service was excellent. The location couldn’t be better. We didn’t drive our cars once the entire week. Everything was within a 5 or 10 minute walk. Gated community, wrist band access, great security. The Owner, Hunter, had everything perfectly organized and set up. He was available 24/7, but I didn’t need to contact him once because his emails, and in house instructions were very well organized. Excellent set up, location, service, etc. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Fabulous House, great location

I was really impressed with this house and the overall location. We’ve rented at Rosemary several times, but this house gave us the best location with private beach access, along with great access to Rosemary Square and Peddlers Pavilion. Best of all the house was equipped with many of the basic things that are often missing and overlooked at other places such as salt/pepper/spices, ample pots/pans, utensils, trash bags. It may seem trivial, but when you go on vacation and have to buy pans, utensils, or a simple potholder for a house for a week it’s irritating. The house had all the necessities for us. We had plenty of room for 9 of us and the rooms were all a good size and clean and all were connected with a bathroom. Communication with the property manager was quick and responsive. Our pool heater was not working when we arrive on Saturday and he had someone there Monday morning (Sunday was Easter). The only negative is that the pool is on the small size so we were in it very little as the kids felt it was to small to play in it. We enjoyed our stay at the house very much and would definitely stay there again in the future. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela G.

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

Good location but old and outdated. Noisy due to closely built houses.

OUTSIDE: Pool could be cleaner - Pool was dirty compared to other neighbors. Debris on bricks filled pool every day and clogged drain. Pool furniture/ patio furniture extremely uncomfortable- needs replacement. Gas Grill was not stable, wobbly. Construction crew replacing back neighbors siding and painting. Pounding and yelling 4 days in a row. Construction crew parked their truck and building trailer on driveway right next to pool. We couldn’t use the pool during the day. They peered over the pool wall every time they passed. Neighbors in Vie de Sol next door brought 4 dogs barking at all hours morning, noon and night. Had to reach out to owner via VRBO and ask if she could help. Property was supposed to be pet free and renters violated policy. Houses are very close so you hear everything. INSIDE: Regulating house temperature was a challenge- we were either freezing or sweating the whole time due to thermostat covering multiple floors/areas- needs to be fixed. Refrigerator was freezing food in back and having to check the doors were always aligned was annoying some times - old. I wouldn’t consider this a luxury, ocean view vacation house as the VRBO keyword search says. There is no ocean view as photos suggest. Photos are old. The house is 20 years + old, Bathrooms were small (no dual sinks), small kitchen, small common areas. House has been maintained, but not updated. 3.9 house, 4.9 on hosts/housekeeper promptness to concerns, 4.25 location
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Pamela, I am so sorry that you had an unpleasant experience at our beach home, and I do apologize for it. We try very hard to make our home comfortable and inviting and to correct any issues quickly and to the best of our ability. Regarding the nearby construction and the renters in the house next door with barking dogs (against the rules of that house): I know the owners of both of those homes and they are both great owners who care about their homes, our neighborhood and their neighbors. Had you just let me know about the problems, I would have been more than willing to call these owners, and I’m sure that they would have promptly dealt with the issues. Regarding the pool, we do have beautiful fig vines growing on the stucco walls surrounding the pool area and those vines do shed leaves, which can be blown by wind into the pool. Our pool service company cleaned the pool four times during your stay. I’m really sorry that, despite the four cleanings, the leaves were a problem for you. On your first night in the house, you emailed me that you were cold on the third floor. To get you through the night, I told you where to find extra blankets and even offered to give you access to our owner’s closet so you could get additional blankets and an electric space heater. I followed up with you the next morning to see how your night went. You told me everything went well and you thanked me for checking on you. I heard nothing else from you on this issue during the rest of your stay. Had I known that you were still having problems, I would have been happy to send out the air conditioning service people. I’m so sorry you found our living spaces small. Most of our guests (including the guest with the review right below yours) find our rooms to be of good size. Again, I sincerely apologize for your unpleasant experience. Hunter
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed in many rentals; this is the cleanest and best organized! All of the photos are true to what you'll find. Hunter was quick to respond, kind and helpful when we had a question or needed his help. The location couldn’t be better. Proximity to beach, restaurants, shopping was ideal for ages 3 to 68 in our group!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Hunter

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We love the beach and have been vacationing in this area for over 30 years.

Why they chose this property

This area is so beautiful and so much less crowded than Destin and other over-built areas. And the restaurant, shopping and golfing choices are outstanding.

What makes this property unique

The small private gated community of Waters Edge provides exclusive access to a beautiful wide white sand beach. Because the Waters Edge community is small, the density of people on the beach is low.

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