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9.2

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Washer

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Santa Rosa Beach3 min walk
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park6 min drive
30A Bike Trail9 min drive
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)29 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Location is great… short walk to the beach, restaurants, and bars. We went once to the coffee shop but the wait was over...

Erica G.

Aug 1, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

⭐Wraparound Porch~Fl Bungalow~4 Bikes~Gulf Place~160yds2Beach~Surfer Girl

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely home:

* 160 Yards to the beach and only 1 block from Gulf Place

* Old Florida style bungalow w/wrap around porch

* 4 Bikes Included

* Snorkel the Seahorse Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Near Shunk Gully, Perfect Pig, Growlers, Sunrise Coffee, and more

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

Surfer Girl is located along Florida's Scenic Highway 30A where you will find something for everyone. The Gulf Place community on 30A is home to the world's most beautiful white sand beaches. No hassles, just relax. Avoid the crowds, park in your own driveway and walk up the steps to your front door. With a queen bed in the master bedroom, queen bed in the first guest room and twin beds in the 3rd guest room, this beautiful home sleeps 6 comfortably. This Old Florida Style bungalow cottage with wrap around porch features new hardwood style tile, and a washer and dryer for your convenience. The best feature is that it's just 160 yard to the beach access!

Bed Setup:

Master bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest room #1: Queen Bed

Guest room #2: 2 twin beds (Sleeps 2)

AREA ATTRACTIONS:

30A is a fantastic destination, the beaches are some of the world’s best with sugar white sand and emerald green waters. You will find plenty of beach accesses along a 17 mile stretch of Santa Rosa Beach. It boasts unique shopping, fantastic cuisine and the incredible architecture that makes 30A famous, There are activities for everyone; kayak rentals, bike rentals, paragliding, fishing, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis -- you'll find it all right here.

The Gulf Place community is located along a 26-mile stretch of sugar-white sand and turquoise waters of Northwest Florida’s celebrated Emerald Coast. As one of the 16 distinct beach neighborhoods in South Walton, it has its own distinct character and charm. This colorful community on 30A is comprised of 25 acres located in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach on the corner of 30A and 393. Gulf Place was specifically designed to slow visitors and locals down with palm tree-lined streets, wide sidewalks, colorful outdoor patios with large umbrellas, nature walking trails, green spaces and ample park benches to sit and enjoy the views. Gulf Place is unique from all the other South Walton neighborhoods. Residents and guests gather here to enjoy original art, boutique shopping, local cuisine, live music and a laid back atmosphere.

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Seahorse Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 715 feet out from the Topsail Hill Preserve State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Seahorse Reef is at a depth of 13-18 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach. Sundog Books and Sirens at the Beach are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

Santa Rosa Beach - 3 min walk
Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 5 min drive
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 6 min drive
30A Bike Trail - 9 min drive
Grayton Beach State Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive
‪The Perfect Pig - ‬5 min walk
‪Red Fish Taco - ‬6 min drive
‪98 Bar-B-Que - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⭐Wraparound Porch~Fl Bungalow~4 Bikes~Gulf Place~160yds2Beach~Surfer Girl pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⭐Wraparound Porch~Fl Bungalow~4 Bikes~Gulf Place~160yds2Beach~Surfer Girl?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐Wraparound Porch~Fl Bungalow~4 Bikes~Gulf Place~160yds2Beach~Surfer Girl?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⭐Wraparound Porch~Fl Bungalow~4 Bikes~Gulf Place~160yds2Beach~Surfer Girl located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and Blue Mountain Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

29 May 2024

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

Great location

Good times great location

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Erica G.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation

Location is great… short walk to the beach, restaurants, and bars. We went once to the coffee shop but the wait was over an hour. The house is a little out dated. When the wind blew it shook the house and there was alot of activity at night. The AC did not blow in the middle room, so no one slept there. We followed the rules not to set the AC temp below 70, so some nights it felt hot and humid, maybe because of the 100 degree days. Our last night there, we heard loud banging coming from the outside roof area, hoping it was a wild animal outside. The bed would shake alot too, we thought maybe from the wind blowing the house. I think the house needs more lights below it, because it was really dark at night when walking up the steps not knowing what could come from the opened wooded area. The neighborhood really quiet at night but busy in the daytime. If the person is a hard sleeper and don’t need the AC below 70 to sleep its not a bad location to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George M.

27 June 2023

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

Some shortcomings

Only 1 roll of toilet paper for 2 bathrooms, no ice in the freezer and no icecube trays. Saw several cockroaches in the kitchen.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley F.

22 June 2023

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

Great Location

Girls trips to the beach are always fun!! And this cute little bungalow provided the perfect space for our getaway. We were right in the heart of Santa Rosa, and within a short walking distance to a beautiful beach! There was beach concierge service on the beachc for chairs and an umbrella. Great parking. And we each had our own bedroom!! Thank you for the welcome gift upon arrival, a very sweet touch!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

jenny g.

19 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great Location, Needs Updating

This property is in a great location just yards from the beach and stores, restaurants. We enjoyed our time there for Spring Break. The beds were comfortable and we had plenty of bath towels. The property was was generally clean, but needs significant updating (i.e., no garbage disposal, none of the kitchen or bathroom drawers or cabinets had knobs or handles). There was no hair dryer. A shower/tub faucet was broken and chairs were missing from the front porch when we arrived; however, the property company addressed these issues within 1-2 days. The rental came with 4 bikes; however, the lock codes were not given to us so we had to call the bike company to get that before we could use them. Plenty of parking. Overall, it was a good place to stay if you don't plan on being in the house too much. Contacting the property manager several times about things that should be there and working was a hassle. The location was excellent! If they update the house, I would stay there again.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

11 Aug 2022

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

Loved our stay!

We had a wonderful week at Surfergirl! The check in and out process was a breeze, the location is perfect and the property has everything you need! Would highly recommend this company property and company to anyone!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susie W.

30 June 2022

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

Lovely beach house

Beautiful beach house and perfect location. It’s walking distance to restaurants, ice cream shops, and just a 2 minute wait walk across to the beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

22 Mar 2022

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

Great stay

Communicating with RealJoy was very good. They were very responsive to ensure everything was perfect.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie K., Denver, CO

31 Oct 2021

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

Great house! Close to beach and amenities

This house is within walking distance of restaurants, coffee, shops, etc. It's also a short walk to the beach! It's right by the road but we had no issues with noise or traffic. It was nice being right there, quick access to most things. Seemed like a really safe area. We never felt unsafe, even walking back late at night. The house is nice. Perfect for a small group. Had all the basic amenities. Comfortable and cozy. Cute decor. Check in and check out super easy and smooth. Good communication with owners. We had a great stay and would love to go back someday! Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

15 Oct 2021

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

Awesome beach house!

We were so happy with our beach house. It was easy walking distance to Gulf Place and all it has to offer and the beach! Kids loved their own twin beds in the middle bedroom. Also make sure and visit Reef Beach rentals for a golf cart. Bethany was awesome.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel V.

10 Oct 2021

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

Great Location

Sufer Girl is a very clean cottage with a fun beach vibe. It is within easy walking distance to a beach access, shopping, and several places to eat. It has a nice front porch for people watching and the driveway easily fits at least 4 cars. I would rent again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Angela M.

27 Sept 2021

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

Super girl mini getaway

The location for this property is great. Perfect honestly for this area. The house is definitely dated and needs some TLC & a better cleaning lady. But it got the job done. Spacious enough for my 4 kids, myself & husband. 5 min walk to the beach & the beach is beautiful. We are from Tampa area so not new to FL & beautiful waters. This is a top rated beach for sure. The price for the house is great & appropriate. It’s just all the fees associated on top of it. Probably will not use VRBO in the future & look how else to better rent for mini getaways.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kimberly C., Douglasville

7 Sept 2021

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

Great location

Would definitely stay here again

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Donna B.

15 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice stay at Surfer Girl

Enjoyed our stay at Surfer Girl with our family of four. Overall the property is good, just needs a little TLC and a few updates but we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay for the week. If you like to cook meals, then I would recommend bringing your own skillet and utensils as the ones in the home are past their prime. Plenty of dishes available though along with a dishwasher. No ice maker in the freezer so make to grab some at the nearby Publix. Great deck to enjoy the evenings and wave to the people as they walk by on their way to or from the beach. Location is close to the beach with access via the Ed Walline public beach access (5 min walk), beach service rental and restrooms. Note the VRBO listing has an alternate beach access location mentioned which is private and the rental company has been made aware. Restaurants nearby were within walking distance and had great food. Easy checkin via the portal and rental company was very helpful with questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawna G.

1 June 2021

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

Wonderful

The property was wonderful, located very close to the beach and well maintained.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Heather B.

15 Oct 2020

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

Will come back

The condo was very nice and clean. I was very frustrated because the dryer was broken during our trip, but I was so impressed by how the management company handled it, I’m willing to try another stay. They went above and beyond.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Micheal W.

14 June 2020

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

Family getaway

The house had amazing access to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Everything was walking distance. There were no issues with crossing the streets and finding a stop on the beach was easy.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

28 Mar 2020

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

Wonderful stay with family

This house was perfect for me, my teen daughter and two grandchildren to stay in. The house was pleasant, comfortable and clean with great beach themed decor. It had everything we needed! We could load up the wagon and walk right to the beach anytime we wanted. We also enjoyed walking to the shopping area for souvenirs, ice cream, etc. The wrap around deck is quite nice. We enjoyed the view outback and the big front deck area. This house is along busy 30A but people driving along this road were willing to stop and let us cross everytime we walked to the beach. Anytime I called RealJoy with questions they answered right away and were very pleasant and helpful. The text for the code to enter the house didn't come when it was supposed to but I called and they had that corrected in minutes. We ended up deciding to stay an extra day here and were able to get that set up easily. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

k J.

14 Aug 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Family Home

Loved the area, the close beach walk and beautiful surroundings. Rented bicycles for the week. Great job on providing rental information and things close by on the website. Very accurate!! The kitchen was well stocked. Some items dated, but still great place to stay and experience with my children. The only advice I would give would be to hang a few hooks in bathroom, better linens and towels and more seating on deck so that the family can sit outside. Thank you for a wonderful week!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

8 Aug 2019

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

Delightful beach house

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay at Surfer Girl! It is as delightful in person as the pictures listed are. We loved how accessible the beach was - just a quick walk away. We made lots of memories are very happy with our stay! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L.

2 June 2019

Just Beachy!

Great location. Would definitely go back. Would make a suggestion to put up some hooks to hang your towels and toiletry bag. And add some hangers to the closets.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Heather D., Buford, Ga

19 May 2019

Perfect hidden gem!

We were so excited to find this property last minute! Wonderful location between 2 beach accesses, and a short stroll to Gulf Place-one of our favorites! Perfectly clean and plenty of space for everyone!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019