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Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pensacola, FL
  • Place, Pensacola Naval Air Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Barrancas
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, National Museum of Naval Aviation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King en suite Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Guestroom

1 Queen Bed

Unique Loft-style Bedroom

+2
6 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Guest Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

King Bedroom Bath (en suite)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Loft Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches

🌊 Calm Water Swimming at Your Doorstep • Gulf Beaches Minutes Away

Welcome to a truly special family retreat on the Big Lagoon, where children can swim and play safely all day in calm, shallow water, while the iconic white-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico are just minutes away.

This home is perfectly suited to families wanting to explore beautiful Pensacola:
• The Lagoon is peaceful, protected, warm and ideal for children.
• The Gulf is breathtaking, dramatic and perfect for beach days and adventures.
• Together, they create the best of both worlds for a relaxed, memorable family holiday.

🏡 Designed for Families • Loved by Kids!

This spacious waterfront home comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests and is designed for families to spend real time together, without feeling crowded.

Highlights families love:
• Calm lagoon swimming directly outside the house
• A fun upstairs family suite that kids adore
• Large open-plan living and dining areas
• A generous screened-in porch with water views
• Shaded picnic space and outdoor shower downstairs

Children can swim, paddle, explore and play from morning to evening, while adults relax nearby, coffee in hand.

🌅 The Screened-In Porch • Everyone’s Favorite Spot

The large screened-in porch is the heart of the home. It’s where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the water, post-lunch siestas stretch into lazy afternoons and evenings end with glowing lagoon sunsets.

Breezy and beautifully positioned, this space is consistently mentioned as a guest favorite.

🛋️ Space to Gather • Space to Breathe

The open-plan living and dining areas are ideal for large families and multi-generational groups. There is comfortable seating for everyone, dining space for shared meals and celebrations, smart TV with access to your streaming accounts and high-speed internet for work, school or entertainment.

Whether you’re cooking together, playing games or winding down after a full day outdoors, the house feels relaxed and easy.

🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen for Family Meals

The kitchen is fully equipped for real cooking.

It's perfect for family breakfasts before beach days, packing lunches for Gulf outings and easy dinners in the evenings. Everything you need to eat well and comfortably is here.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Amenities

We’ve included thoughtful touches to make travelling with children easier.
• Travel cot
• Family board games and puzzles
• Outdoor shower (great after swimming)
• Washer and dryer

📍 Location & Getting Around

You’re perfectly positioned to explore the area:
• Perdido Key is minutes away
• Pensacola Beach is an easy drive
• Downtown Pensacola offers dining, shops, history and attractions

A detailed welcome book is provided with curated recommendations for family-friendly activities, restaurants and outings.

✨ The Vibe

This is a not a generic rental or a crowded beach scene. This is a real family home and the pace here is slow, peaceful and family-focused. It’s a place where children thrive, parents truly unwind and days are shaped by water, light, and time together. Families return year after year for exactly this feeling.

• • • Discount offered for stays of a week or longer • • •


There are so many things to do nearby! Here are some ideas:

Time on the water:
• Southwind Marina is 100 yards away; boaters are welcome.
• Paddleboarding, jet skiing, sailing and deep-sea fishing at Rock Bottom Charters, • • Blue Dolphin Cruises and Big Lagoon Jet Ski rental (1 mi).
• Big Lagoon State Park (1 mi) and famous Johnson’s Beach (with its sugar-white sand directly on the Gulf of Mexico) is a quick 2 miles away.
• Gulf Islands National Seashore Park (2 mi) is a beautiful wild stretch of sand referred to as a ‘treasure’ among the more developed beaches in the area, and offers hiking, biking trails, kayaking, snorkeling, wild-watching and Ranger-led tours.

Eating and drinking:
• Local breweries include Gary’s Brewery and Biergarten on Gulf Beach Highway and Pensacola Bay Brewery.
• Blue Bayou Coffee Company on Gulf Beach Highway
• Jaco’s, an upscale fine dining facility, is just down the road.
• For the gourmet, a visit to Joe Paddy’s Seafood reveals the freshest seafood selections arriving daily on its shrimp boat fleet.
• Famous Flora-Bama (7 mi) hosts weekly live concerts on the beach, is a popular hot spot and dance venue.

Sporting:
• Golfing opportunities can be found at Lost Key Golf Club (3 mi) and Perdido Bay Golf Club (2 mi).
• Public tennis courts are available all around Pensacola, and private coaching is available at Roger Scott Tennis Center.
• Perdido Key Children’s Park is within walking distance of our home.
• AA Pensacola Wahoos minor league baseball (Miami Marlins farm team) is a popular family attraction.

Arts and Culture:
• The world famous National Naval Aviation Museum (at1 mi) is an absolute must-see attraction. The Pensacola Lighthouse is also on base and a popular spot.
• Downtown historic Seville Square is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and features a gazebo for local free concerts and festivals.
• T. T. Wentworth Museum, located in Plaza Ferdinand VII, is part of the historic Pensacola Village Museum complex.

Local excursions:
• The Pensacola Beach Boardwalk is a 15 mile drive and Santa Rosa Island is a popular day trip.
• Orange Beach, Alabama is a 15 mile drive and popular excursion for beaching on the Gulf, dining and shopping.
• New Orleans is a 3 hour drive and easy overnight trip.

We want guests to fall in love with our unique beach house on the Big Lagoon and we are always open to suggestions to have you come back again and again!

Home amenities include:
• Large Open Kitchen/Dining area overlooking the water
• Fully equipped kitchen with full-sized appliances and glasses, dishes and cookware
• Laundry room with large Washer/Dryer
• Starter supplies of paper towels, dishwasher tablets and laundry detergent provided
• Efficient heating and cooling system - 2 zones
• Ceiling fans in all rooms
• High-speed Internet access
• Smart large TV in the open living area with Cable/DVD (guests may sign-in to personal Netflix, Hulu, etc.)
• Outdoor private parking for up to 4 vehicles
• Non-smoking environment
• Pets not allowed

• Long term rental agreements and prices available for NAS Schools Command

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not childproof. No high chair but have pack-n-play
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pensacola

Located in Pensacola, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Perdido Key Beach. Pensacola Children's Museum and Wall South are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pensacola, FL

What's nearby

  • Pensacola Naval Air Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fort Barrancas - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Big Lagoon State Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • National Museum of Naval Aviation - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 26 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetport Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pensacola holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pensacola Naval Air Station, Johnson Beach and Fort Barrancas. Theatre West is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. Very welcoming home. Great response with host and very good instructions.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

REESE H.

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

Family vacation

Our stay was amazing and home was in a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janie V.

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

Great location

The view from the porch is very nice. Blue Angel viewing was perfect. More of a New England beach vibe rather than Florida, if that is important to you.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

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

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittni J.

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

Weekend stay

The property was very clean and well kept. It was perfect for our group for the weekend to have a comfortable and cozy place to stay. Plenty of beds, a lot of open space in the living room/kitchen, and right on the water. Very unique and neat house. We enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Great home. Great week

Loved the deck overlooking the Gulf. Appreciated all the household appliances as everything there to cook a meal. Beds were very comfortable. Home was well kept, clean and a great place for us to spend a week.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt Z.

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

Great location

Had a great time at this property. Waterfront location and close to Johnson beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ashley t.

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

Amazing house

We loved our stay and the kids loved it too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

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

Great for Family

We attended a wedding in town and the house was perfect for siblings and their children. All the cousins were able to be together.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Y.

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

Great vacation

It was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

1st time FL trippers

This was in a perfect location for all that we planned to do! Pensacola beach to the east, Perdido Key/Flora bama to the west, and the Naval museum(Blue Angels) 3 min away! We stayed 1 week and enjoyed every day of it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great property

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was very quiet and in a great location near Pensacola and the Naval Air Station with its awesome Naval Air Museum. Looking out over the water was beautiful. It's a family beach house not a luxury hotel which made it very quaint and fun. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

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

Relaxing weekend

Very nice and peaceful with plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerri W.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our stay so very much! House was fully furnished and stocked with everything needed to have a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Day Vacation

It was awesome! This was our second year in this wonderful home! We plan to come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

brett a.

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

Wonderful

Great place. Nice views. Fort Pickens and Johnson beaches were stunning. I had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Breathe taking

This place is amazing. So roomy and close to everything but so peaceful and relaxing! So thankful I booked this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William P M.

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

Coach M 1988

Great location and layout for my son and his groomsmen. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felecia B.

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

Family memories ❤️

A week of family and fun. Many memories made. Love the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie T.

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

A Must

This is the property you want to stay! Has everything you need, cozy, beautiful. Great location. Love our on beach in the Grand Lagoon. Restaurants close by, parks, beach, Blue Angels. A Must
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Spring Break

I chose this property for the size and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny Z.

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

Wonderful Family Time

Our family loved the home! 10 of us came from WI to Pensacola for our Son's Army retirement. Many memories were made! So comfortable for a large family. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Wonderful property!

We rented this place to host a group for our church mission trip with Pensacola Habitat for Humanity. It exceeded all expectations! Great location, clean, and a host that was very easy to work with. We will definitely be staying here again for future mission trips.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie T., Kilgore

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

Must Stay

Very nice place. Great to have you own private beach. Close to all activities. House had everything that you needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rhonda Price

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While growing up in Pensacola, my family spent summers at Canary Point on the Grand Lagoon. Many wonderful memories of boating, crabbing, fishing, and swimming.

Why they chose this property

Unique octagonal home on pilings designed and custom-built by a marine engineer.

What makes this property unique

Lovely memories built around family gatherings, relaxing days spent at the beach, game nights, boating, fishing, skiing, reading, and swimming.

Languages:

English

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