Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis!
Grayt Expectations -
Planning a beach vacation? It’s going to be great, especially if you book a stay along Scenic 30A. Nestled in the tranquil environment of the gated Preserve at Grayton Beach neighborhood, Grayt Expectations is a stunning vacation home that just might be the place for you. With pale blue exteriors, white trim, and multiple balconies, this home is the perfect place to enjoy the coastal surroundings. The interior features sunny accommodations and cozy sleeping quarters. There are five bedrooms and three and a half baths. The home can host up to 14 guests.
A picture-perfect southern front porch greets you upon arrival. From here, you and your guests can sip ice-cold drinks while enjoying each other’s company and cool breezes. Inside on the first floor, you will find the main great room, which encompasses the living, kitchen, and dining areas. Parchment-toned tile flows throughout the space, while large windows filter in lots of warm sunlight. The living room includes a wraparound couch and two accent chairs. The seating ensemble faces a flatscreen TV mounted above a two-toned entertainment cabinet. Nearby, a round table and six gray chairs sit beside multiple windows, creating a relaxing dining setting. The kitchen overlooks the dining area, and the raised breakfast bar provides additional stool seating. Sleek countertops, spacious cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances make it easy to serve up vacation meals no matter the time of day. You can also access a laidback porch from this main great room. It is furnished with white Adirondack chairs, outdoor tables, a BBQ grill, and a bubbling hot tub.
Bedrooms are located on all three levels of the home. The first floor’s guest bedroom has a queen-size bed, a bathroom with a walk-in shower, and patio access. On the second floor, you will find the primary suite and two guest bedrooms. The spacious primary bedroom boasts a king-size bed, flatscreen TV, and access to a romantic balcony. Its luxurious ensuite bath features an angled counter with dual vanities, a huge walk-in shower, and a deep soaking tub. One guest bedroom on this level has a queen-size bed and access to a private balcony, and the other has a queen-size bunk. Ascend the stairs to the third level, where the last guest bedroom features two twin beds and access to a covered balcony furnished with a raised table and chairs.
One of the best parts about this property is the secluded feel, yet close proximity to everything you need on a beach vacation. The Preserve at Grayton Beach neighborhood includes a community pool, clubhouse, and tennis courts. The beach is a 10-minute stroll from the house, but you don’t need to walk—the house has six complimentary bikes for your use! So, you can bike to the beach, shops, restaurants, nearby nature trails, and more. Additionally, be sure to check out Point Washington State Forest and Big Redfish Lake for stunning coastal scenery and outdoor activities. Situated just between Grayton Beach and the edge of Blue Mountain Beach, you also have your choice of tasty eateries nearby from Chiringo and Red Bar to Red Fish Taco and Blue Mountain Beach Creamery. Get ready for a grayt vacation!
First Floor: Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Patio Access, Kitchen, Dining, Queen Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Patio Access, Powder Room, Laundry.
Second Floor: King Primary Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Soaking Tub + Balcony Access, Queen Bedroom with Balcony Access, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, Queen Bunk Room with Balcony Access.
Third Floor: Bedroom with Two Twin Beds and Balcony Access, Wet Bar with Sitting Area.
*Based on the daily temperature and at the HOA's discretion, the western community pool is typically heated during holiday weeks and spring break.
*Preserve at Grayton Beach utilizes ample shore to the East of Little Redfish Lake and West of Big Redfish Lake. The beach portion in front of Bannerman Beach and Sanctuary By The Sea is strictly prohibited.
*Boats, golf carts, storage trailers, and recreational vehicles are not permitted.
*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
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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
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Black Bear Bread Company - 4 min drive
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - 7 min drive
South Of Philly - 8 min drive
Mimmo’s - 3 min drive
The Red Bar - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis!?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis! on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,083, 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 Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Grayt Expectations - Preserve at Grayton Beach, 30A, Hot Tub, Cmty Pool, Tennis! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Blue Mountain Beach. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and Grayton Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
7.4
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Check in and check out were easy. Appreciate the standard and reasonable rules from the property mgmt company.
We had a group of 10 (3 families: 2 adults, 2 adults + 2 teens, 2 adults + 2 teens), and the house was the perfect size.
Only negative: beach access was too far/difficult for the older adults to walk, so we drove to public access instead.
Amanda L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Thank you for providing your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being our guest!
Verified
8/10 Good
Kellie G.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Big house, good location
I love the neighborhood and it’s great to have five bedrooms. This house is right beside the tennis and pickleball courts. It’s just a few steps from the pool too! The hot tub is great and clean. In the listing, it said golf carts are not allowed in the neighborhood, but we saw many. The beach is a 10-15 minute walk. There are many kitchen supplies, but bring your own big skillet for sure. Also, the barbecue pit tank ran out of propane, and the management company refused to refill it.
The beds are all very comfortable and the bathrooms are nice and clean. Enjoy!
Kellie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the beach! Rental golf carts are prohibited in this community, however if an owner has a personal golf cart they are allowed to use them. As for propane refills we do ask that our guest have the tank replaced if needed and we will be sure to reimburse you for the cost as long as ou are able to send us your receipt. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts
Verified
4/10 Poor
Kasie S.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location
Oversold and underwhelmed
When we arrived, we were able to check in early which was great. The house was clean, and the bikes available were nice.That being said, the ceiling in the bunk room was literally falling. The dryer did not work, and we contacted the company every day for a fix and nothing ever happened. We had to hang dry clothes for 10 people which is obviously not ideal. We had to contact the company three times just for clean towels and wash rags.The walk to the beach was a hike and once you got down the longest boardwalk ever, you had to cross three feet of water (a huge ditch in the beach) just to get to the area that you’re allowed to sit in. Obviously this is a pain with chairs, beach bags and coolers. We ended up cutting our trip short by a day and just heading home.
Kasie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2025
We sincerely apologize that the home didn’t meet your expectations. After your stay, we conducted a thorough inspection and are addressing all matters to ensure a better experience for future guests. Thank you for being our guest, and we appreciate your understanding.
This was a great house for my family. The space was enough to accommodate two boys, two girls, three couples, and one adult female. There’s a balcony off of every room. There is construction in the area, but you don’t even notice it. We rarely saw any other resort guests, and it was very quiet. There are bicycles at the house you can use to ride up to the corner and get ice cream and other goodies, and the beach is in that same area. However, that beach access has three sets of stairs, so if you have a wagon, there is a beach about 2 miles up the street that was perfect. As for the location—The location is an average distance from everything. We could not find the private beach access, but there is plenty of beach access in the area, and no beach was crowded. Parking to get to both beaches was surprisingly great, considering we went in the middle of summer. We will definitely be renting again. You cannot go wrong with this house. Enjoy your stay!!
Melanie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time here. Thank you for your review and for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
This could be a great house. It needed a lot of attention when we arrived. It was reasonably clean but there were many problems. We were too busy to call and make the management aware of all the issues. The handle on the laundry door was falling off. I repaired it. The master on the 2nd floor the tv remote never did work. The fan on that balcony, one worked one did not even come on. The out door shower head was broke so it could not be used. The gas grill only the left side worked and it was really dirty. The ice maker on the refrigerator did not work and the water on the refrigerator door needed the filter to be replaced so it was also not usuable. Someone needs to check in on this house between renters to make sure it is in good conidtion and that everything works. The management company came out on Tuesday to check on the ossue we had with the oven door that was falling off but my son had already repaired it. It would be helpful if the garbage cans were in good condition. One of them the lid was half broken off and the rain filled it half full of water so that the garbage was soaked and the can weighed way too much to move. It did get emptied. A new can would make sense. We had a great time, but the poor house just needs a lot of attention.
Michael C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
We are sorry to hear about the unpleasant experience you had during your stay. Please know that the issues have been resolved, and the property has now passed a detailed inspection and cleaning process. If your travels bring you back to the area, we’d love to have the opportunity to host you again. Thank you for being our guest.
Verified
8/10 Good
Marie P.
3 November 2025
Marie P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2025
Thank you for sharing your review. We genuinely value your input and would love to hear any suggestions you may have on how we can improve future stays. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with your thoughts. We appreciate you choosing us as your destination!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Beth c.
1 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Didn’t really meet Grayt expectations
Beth c.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Thank you for sharing your review. We genuinely value your input and would love to hear any suggestions you may have on how we can improve future stays. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with your thoughts. We appreciate you choosing us as your destination!
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