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69 Bartons Way - Welcome to your new vacation home.
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Private kitchen
Blue Mountain Creamery just a few minutes from your front door!

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8221.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!

Welcome to "C's The Day", a luxury home in the prestigious beach community of The Preserve at Grayton Beach. Any richly appointed home begins with great outdoor spaces and this home is no exception.

You have multiple venues where everyone can relax and take in all nature has to offer. Outdoor dining, spaces for relaxation, and a gas grill to complete your outdoor experience. C's The Day is also located as you first enter The Preserve, so beach access only steps away. A private boardwalk is close by for each beach access, one of only three on 30A! Making it easy to transport your beach wagons, strollers, and coolers to the shimmering sands of the Gulf!!

Upon entry, you're welcomed into the spacious open Great Room with multiple seating areas and luxury upgrades like trey ceilings, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and high-end furnishings. The formal dining area offers seating for six and the breakfast bar, and an additional four so that everyone can enjoy meals together. The Gourmet kitchen spares no expense with marble countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and a center island. Making it easy to make your early morning cup of coffee and culinary creations in the evening.

We have also partnered with Live Well 30A to give our guests discounted beach gear rentals & concierge services!

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (SLEEPS 8)
• Master Bedroom: King bed, Private Master Bathroom, Private Patio
• Guest Bedroom: King Bed, Private Bathroom
• Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed, Private Bathroom.
• Loft Area: 1 Twin over Twin Bunk Bed

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
• Spacious 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 2,500 SF PLUS Bunk Room! 
• Just a short driving distance from the private beach access for The Preserve
• Community is gated, offering the security that comes with it!
• Just steps from one of two community pools (West pool is heated seasonally!)
• Plenty of parking for you and your family
• gas grill for you to use! 

Blue Swell Vacation Rentals is a boutique property management company that specializes in top-of-the-line, luxury beach rentals from PCB, 30A, and Destin. Our loyal guests come back year after year because of the exclusive homes and condos we offer as well as the excellent service we provide. Our keyless entry, premier linens with 300 thread count sheets, plush towels, and high-end starter supplies are just the beginning of the convenient amenities we provide for every guest. Most importantly, Blue Swell’s phone service allows our guests to experience the best vacation ever with less stress. It is always a SWELL day at the beach!

Property manager

Blue Swell
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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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 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 Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Seaside Beach - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • 30A Bike Trail - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach Access! Coastal Beach House in The Preserve Close to Pool! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Walton Beaches and Blue Mountain Beach. Grayton Beach and Grayton Beach State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy N.

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

Wedding Week

Everything was perfect. The house is beautiful with all the necessities. The location is perfect for shopping, food and exercising! The walk to the beach is gorgeous! Thank you for everything!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

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

Great Place in 30A!

Overall, the place was great for our family trip. The location was close to restaurants and the beach. We had an issue with the door code at check in and their after hours call line resolved the issue immediately. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tobey H.

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

Anniversary Trip

Love the preserve and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

lori h., knoxville , united states

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

awesome!!

Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

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

Outstanding Property!

If you are looking for the perfect property for your next vacation this is it. My wife and I and two other couples were blown away by how beautiful the property is, the cleanliness of the property, the quiet neighborhood and the location. Check in and check out were seamless and Blue Swell was available and kept us informed. We definitely will book it again for a return couples trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Penielle W.

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

Wonderful house! Great location.

The home was perfect for our needs. Very nice. Perfect space. Clean. Only concern was hot water did not last long but we made due. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jameson S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Nice neighborhood and easy walk to the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Norris L.

Bartons Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Relaxing stay at the preserve, the home was nice, spacious and clean. The home was equipped with all the essentials for our stay. Outdoor spaces where nice, loved the large front porch. Would definitely come back for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willa H.

Great place !

This was a great place and perfect for a large group ! Everything we needed ! Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

dana b.

Spring break

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good Clean!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Teresa L.

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

Great stay!

Excellent location. Spacious, comfortable beds. Easy check in and check out. Temperature control was challenging as it was chilly during our visit and difficult to warm the lower level. But upstairs was very toasty!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J., Gambier, OH

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

Great Location, Great House!

We loved the location of this house. Walk to beach was short and a pretty walk on a shaded boardwalk. We rode bikes to Grayton, Seaside and Santa Rosa. The house itself was so comfortable and well stocked. Beds were comfy with plenty of pillows. We will definitely be looking at this place to stay when we come back in 2 years!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

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

Great Property

House was clean. There was quite a bit of wear and tear. Especially the hardwood floors. Very nice neighborhood and short walk to the beach. Private beach access is great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean J.

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

Great all around experience

We've come to 30a 3x this year since it is a relatively COVID friendly destination. What everyone LOVED was the private beach access. It was secluded and the walk there was gorgeous. The house was spacious and comfortable as well. The property manager was extremely responsive and my kids already want to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

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

Great spring break getaway.

Had a great time and enjoyed the property. This was a last minute booking so we were really happy with the process, the cleanliness of the home and the proximity to the beach. The information on the page was accurate, the pictures showed a great depiction of the property. We did have some issues with the AC the first few days but the AC company came out quickly and was able to fix the issue before we went to sleep that same day. Had a great time, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tara B.

Fun place, needs some upkeep

We stayed for 4 nights at this gorgeous place. There were plenty of amenities (toiletries, towels, etc) and good customer service beforehand. We were prepared for both check-in and -out because of good communication from the company (Blue Swell) via emails. While not directly on the beach, the proximity was close enough to tote wagons containing all our beach items. The only downfall was that the place needs some upkeep. It wasn't a deal-breaker, but this gem needs some deep carpet cleaning (master upstairs), the couch was a bit soiled, and the pillows were flat. Overall, it was a nice and relaxing stay. Thanks for sharing the home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Sarah O.

Disliked: Communication

Won't stay here again

Previous reviews mentioned construction. People showing up at 8am many days to work on balconies. Banging, looking in the windows. We asked the property manager about construction because of prior reviews. They did not tell us the truth, blamed owner. Property needs a refresh. Neighborhood noisy. Construction everywhere. Stay somewhere else.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Athens, AL

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

Family Beach Vacation

Wonderful family beach vacation at this lovely Grayton Beach property. The sea themed decor was beautiful and furniture was very comfortable. The kitchen was very spacious and we had everything we needed for large or small meals. Bedrooms were very relaxing and beds were just perfect. Linens - both bathroom and bedroom - were high quality. The entire home was very clean, and there was plenty of room for our entire family (8 adults and 2 children) to move about without being on top of each other. We enjoyed the chairs, umbrellas, and beach equipment, and the walk to the beach was very pleasant and shaded. I'd say it was between a 5 and 10 minute walk. We didn't have any of the problems with the refrigerator that others mentioned, but we did make sure to follow the instructions about slowly adding items over a day or two. The only advice I would give to anyone staying is to make sure the garbage bins are locked down and secured. We had some midnight critters picking over some of our discarded items which made for some clean-up the following morning - definitely NOT the fault of the property managers/owners Overall, we would stay at this property again, and definitely recommend for families of 8 or fewer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Brenda H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good overall

Overall the house was very nicely laid out. Rooms were all very spacious and beds were comfortable. However, a couple things stood out. The main floor bedroom with a queen bed has a very distinct moldy smell that is not in the rest of the house. The bunk beds upstairs listed as being a "loft bedroom" were not in a room, but in a nook in the upstairs hallway. It was not what we expected for one of our guests and made for noisy sleeping conditions. Another item that would have made for a nicer stay would be to have just a few more towels available both in the bathrooms and kitchen. Each guest only had two towels and for a week stay and seemed skimpy. The other item that stood out is that the house needs some deep cleaning. Baseboards and shutters are very dusty. For those with allergies, it could be a problem. But the house was well stocked with kitchen supplies and appliances. Overall our stay was good. AC worked well if windows kept closed. Beach chairs and boards and kayaks were at house though not listed in amenities...possibly left by other guests. Beach access is not at end of boardwalk but a hundred yards or so down to east. A local explained that the Preserve used to have direct access up till this year but now has to go down a ways to set up umbrellas and such.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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6/10 Okay

Derek B.

A bit underwhelming

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We will caveat our review with this was our first experience to 30A beaches. The positives of this property are that its in a quiet area and outside of some noise from 30A traffic its serene. The pools are close enough - if you want the heated one its about a 10 minute walk from the house, the unheated is just down the block. We had some issues with codes not working after our first day but that was resolved within a few minutes by the on call team. This house is need of some work and updating - the balcony doorknob in master suite was off when we arrived (this was promptly fixed), cabinets and fixtures show lots of wear & tear, there were dead spiders on bathroom ceilings, the hot water tank couldn’t fill the tub in the master suite, TVs didn’t work outside of the living room, floors were beaten up. The TVs didn’t bother us but for others it would have been an issue. There are lots of rules and the list of potential fines is a full page long. Our biggest issue is that the advertised private beach access was not accurate and we ended up driving out to public beaches because it was easier than using the private access for the community. The attendants at the beach were kind and helpful - but the current situation is not what is advertised. If you are planning to use the deeded beach be prepared to walk a mile from the house and you may or may not be able to use a tent. A good portion of that mile will be in the sand. If you have small kids and want to take a cart plan to get a workout in. If you have older kids or lots of adults then this property might work great for you. If you have a younger family you probably want to explore other options or be prepared for trade offs. Our perspective is that we didn’t get great value for the money we spent.

8/10 Good

Candice H.

Great location on 30A with open house layout.

The house has a great floor plan with spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The listing stated a 'short walk to the beach' which, in reality was over 0.35 mile one-way or about 10 minutes. This may be fine for some, but when you have toddlers, a beach cart, beach bags, etc. over a wooded boardwalk, this is more annoying. That is just to where the beach access starts. If you have a tent of any kind, the beach attendant makes you walk further down the beach to the state park (where alcohol is prohibited) so that the immediate access is reserved for those renting their umbrellas and chairs. The house did provide many items to avoid bringing/buying your own such as beach umbrella, beach cart, beach chairs, boogie board, and pack 'n' play (although with no sheets). and plenty of linens. There was wifi available but had extremely low, intermittent access for the entire stay (continuous error messages stating 'no wifi', 'reenter password') so do not rely on using the wifi for work or fast access. The property was very clean upon arrival for the standard levels of cleaning (floors, bathrooms, kitchen, etc). However, the rental property could use a deep or second-level cleaning such as dusting (all sets of kitchen lights, stair banisters). The listing states a gas grill, however, upon arrival charcoal was in the grill. The gas burners were deteriorated (due to environment? use of charcoal?) so some previous renter used charcoal. However, the gas tank remained chained to the grill where hot charcoals were used. For safety, we opted to skip the grill. Overall, the house was a nice property, but we are not likely to stay here again due to the proximity to the beach and using all our monthly cell phone data in one week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Lindsay S.

Loved the neighborhood and area

Loved this location and the area! The dune lake right at the end of the boardwalk was PERFECT for the kids. They were also kind to let us check in a few hrs early. The house did have some nice amenities- a pack n play, 2 kinds of coffee makers, a beach cart and a couple chairs - but there were several things that just fell short. No beach towels. No trash bags/tp/paper towels/laundry/dishwasher soap.... while I understand it's not a requirement it just would have been nice to have more than 1 trash bag for a house for 10 ppl before we could make it to the store. Not even salt and pepper. When people rent a beach house, they normallly plan to prepare meals. I know EVERYTIME I have ever rented a house there is normally a spice cabinet that is added to. There's normally foil and zip locks and just normal things that gets replenished by each family that rents. But it was fine. We spent the extra money by buying everything and left it, which presumably will be thrown away or taken by the maids. We also purchased another beach cart and several toys and left them for the next people. It wasn't a vacation ruiner but definitely a bummer to have to worry about that. The house was tastefully decorated and very quaint but we had several maintenance issues with the property. The first thing was that the previous guests had a pet that peed in the master on the carpet and in a few places in the bathroom and it was not cleaned by the maids before arrival. Will did come and clean it the very same day but it was just gross thinking about what else may have been missed. The internet did not work day 1. Front door knob and another bedroom door known fell off EVERYTIME we opened and closed the door for the first 4 days until maintenance finally came and fixed it. The kitchen sink on the island has a very loose faucet and it leaks very heavily into the cabinet below. The second bathroom shower upstairs leaked onto the floor below all over the linen bench through the motion sensor as well. Every. Time. (Both issues were not fixed when reported) I also think the house could have been cleaned better. The rugs were all stained, spots on the sofa, etc. We rent a lot of houses with our families and all commented the same. If I were the property owner, I would be upset by the way it is being maintained. Guests should not have to worry about these things on vacation. We plan to purchase a home in Grayton the next few months and we will definitely not be using Blue Swell.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Great trip

great location, great house, very comfortable stay perfect for our needs. the private boardwalk was great, beach was fairly uncrowded which was a plus. we used bothbpools and the tennis courts. overall great trip. we will definitely look to stay here again on our next trip to 30A
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Great Family vacation spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Easy check in and out process! Great neighborhood! My kids enjoyed the pool and pickle ball courts! Felt safe and welcomed!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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