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Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator

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Front exterior, bayside
Exterior of Entry
view from top deck (porch off top floor) of pool, porch, beach
main floor living area, windows face beach
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20390.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Alligator Point, FL
  • Public Beach Access
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Alligator Point Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bald Point State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bunk Room

+1
2 Single Beds and 3 Queen Beds

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

First Floor Guest room

1 Queen Bed

South West Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs NorthWest Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bunk RoomBath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstair Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Guest Bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Jack and Jill Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator

Truly custom 7 bedroom, 5 bath gulf front home with private pool, 3 elevated decks and marble pool deck. Hand planed shiplap and decor from around the world with many one of a kind touches. Two master suites with king beds and private spa like bathrooms. Four guest bedroom (three with queens and one with two twin beds) and the areas coolest bunk room with three custom queen beds and two double beds and elevated loft with hand made cherry staircase. The home features imported Italian 30x30 ceramic tile, three unique living and entertaining spaces, wet bar with fridge and multiple Subzero refrigerators. The kitchen was designed for entertaining with a 14 foot long center island overlooking the gulf, Wolf range and hood and ample seating for large and small parties. The handmade custom dinning room table in the open concept kitchen and hearth room is one of a kind. If you prefer outside dining, relax on the 600 sq foot Ipe wood deck and dine on a 9 foot teak and concrete outdoor dining table overlooking the water. Sun on the elevated composite sun deck or relax on the 3rd floor on the upper deck with outdoor sectional sofa with views of Dog Island with the best view on the point. Take a dip in the private custom pool by the gulf or soak in the rays on the private beach.

Can't find availability or need multiple houses for large groups, check out our other VRBO listings the White Pelican (3bd/2 bath sleeps 7) and Shifting Sands (3bd/2 bath sleeps 8)

Property manager

Josh Simmons
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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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
Only with approval/ additional deposit may apply
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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
Note from host: Only with approval/ additional deposit may apply
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panacea

Located in Panacea, this holiday home is on the beach. Bayside Marina and St. James Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bald Point State Park and Public Beach Access. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alligator Point, FL

What's nearby

  • Public Beach Access - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bald Point State Park - 19 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Wilson Beach - 19 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Mashes Sand Beach - 21 min drive - 20.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alligator Point Tiki Hut - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Trader Shrimp Co. - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jim Dog's Deli And Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddy's Pizza - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Heron New Waterfront 7 Bdrm, 5 bath with Private Pool/elevator located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panacea holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Public Beach Access and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Alligator Point Beach. Wilson Beach and Bayside Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alana S.

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

Beautiful home away from everything

Home was very clean and plenty of room for our big family. We enjoyed feeling like we had our own private beach. Kids enjoyed the pool, adults enjoyed a game of cornhole on the beach and the teenage boys enjoyed fishing all day long on the beach and/or suggested dock across the street. Host Josh was very nice and answered any questions we had in a timely manner. Would definitely recommend this home. May be a little far from any kind of Dollar General or grocery store but for us, we enjoyed not being near anything at all. True vacation with lots of great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi H.

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

Amazing house, ideal location, perfect setup for our families!!

This house, location and setup provided everything we were hoping for! The house is amazing - beautiful inside, huge kitchen with plenty of space and cooking equipment, lots of different spaces to hang out, lots of super cute bedrooms/bathrooms, amazing decks with plenty of outdoor furniture, and a great pool!! Our crew especially loved the bunk room and looking out over the pool and ocean from all decks! The location is pretty far out but wonderful - we loved that it was set apart from the hustle and bustle but be sure to stock up on groceries/supplies ahead of time. We had the beach in front of the house all to ourselves! Fabulous beach with sugary soft sand, plenty of seashells, and dolphins just offshore! All felt super safe and calm. Perfect spot for families/friends looking to get away and enjoy a quiet beach vacation together :) So thankful to our hosts for being attentive and providing such a beautiful vacay spot. We’ll be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Relaxing Vacation, Beautiful Home

Despite a little disruption by Hurricane Debby, we had a wonderful time! The house was beautiful, clean, and just steps away from the beach. We enjoyed fishing, collecting sea shells, and spending time on the beach! Josh was a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy R.

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

Family vacation 2024

Overall, the house served its purpose for our family vacation. If you are looking to get away from everything this is the place to go, it is miles from anything groceries, restaurants and people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

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

Great large family retreat

We had 17 people including kids of all ages staying here for 5 days. Our only complaint was we didn’t book for longer. Beautifully decorated, thoughtfully stocked. Location was exactly what we were looking for: quiet, safe, right on the beach. ***bring black garbage bags to put over bedroom windows. no curtains or blinds, which made the east facing rooms very bright by 7 AM.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina Z.

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

Perfect Family Vacation Home

This is the perfect home and location for a vacation with a large group. The home was spacious and had everything we could possibly need (including plenty of refrigerator and freezer space!). The deck was big enough for 8 people to be eating outside while the rest of us relaxed on the outdoor furniture enjoying the amazing view. It is a short walk to the beautiful beach and kayaks are provided for some water adventures. Josh was great, meeting us upon our arrival to go over all of the details and was readily available if I had any questions. The location is a bit remote, but that is okay because you won't want to leave once you get there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Incredible stay

We had a great time staying at this beachfront property. The kitchen was fantastic for cooking family meals, the beach was beautiful, ample space for 4 families (the kids loved the bunk bed room), and Josh was a great host. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Grandmas swamp surprise

Was a beautiful & great place for our whole family (12 of us). Loved the house & had the beach to ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

50th Wedding Anniversary family trip

We were very pleased with the home and location. Great beach and very accommodating for our family needs. We will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laxika P.

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

Spring vacation

Our family had great time , house was great location for beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Blue Heron - Luxury accommodation with great views

Blue Heron is a beautifully appointed property. Its layout is thoughtful with ample space. The older adults were able to use the bedrooms on the main floor and the elevator made access to/from the house super easy. It was more than enough space for a large family or group. The kitchen was impressively stocked with state of the art appliances and anything you might need. The location is great, centered between the beach and bay. This made it easy to watch for wildlife especially the dolphins! Both the beach and property dock were only a few steps away. This time of year, it was also very quiet on the point with low levels of traffic. We do recommend following the owner’s suggestion of acquiring your groceries ahead of time. The Dollar General has basics and is still about a 20 minute drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, FERNANDINA BEACH

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

Large house with lots of room

The property was perfect for our large family party. Best bunk room I've ever seen for the kids (5 little girls) with room for the 3 boys elsewhere. It is FAR to a grocery store and we should have done it on the way, but that is not an issue with the lovely house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great Family Stay!

Big thing about this place was SPACE. We loved our stay at Josh's place, there was 20 of us of all ages and there was so many different spaces inside and out. We loved our stay and will defiantly be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L., Minneapolis, MN USA

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

Anniversary Celebration

Our family of 16 gathered for our 25th wedding anniversary and The Blue Heron was a perfect place. The house, pool and beach are exactly as pictured and absolutely stunning! The kitchen is very well equipped. We cooked all of our meals there except for one we had catered from Catering Connections which was also terrific. The beach is private so very little traffic. There were plenty of beach chairs, sand and pool toys for our large group. The sunsets are amazing! Josh is SO helpful and very responsive. We flew into Tallahassee from different parts of the country and because Alligator Point is quite remote you really need to have enough rental cars for your return because you won’t get an Uber or Lyft to come out there to pick you up. Because part of our group had Ubered down from the airport, we didn’t have enough cars to get everyone back so it was quite a scramble and Josh was able to help us arrange transport back. Above and beyond!! Wonderful memories were made in this perfect spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful beach home and fun family vacation!

This beach home was the perfect vacation home for our big family vacation! It was absolutely gorgeous, clean and everyone loved how spacious it was! Pictures do not do this place justice! Communication with the owner was great! He answered all our questions/needs in a timely manner and was great to get to know! Would highly recommend this home for your next vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisagrace A.

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

Wonderful, Large House for a Large Family Gathering!

It's pretty amazing to find a house that will fit our entire family (11 Adults + 5 Kids) - it was the perfect place to host a celebration for my parent's 40th Wedding Anniversary. The host was super responsive and helpful each step of the way!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Jacksonville

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

Amazing stay!

Everyone loved our stay at Blue Heron! This house is gorgeous, clean, and includes everything you need to enjoy your beach vacation. Communication with owner was stellar. The elevator was a huge plus when unloading the car and getting everything upstairs. There is so much to do! There were 14 of us and no one was ever bored. Some folks hung at the beach, some hung out in the pool, some used kayaks, some chartered a fishing trip from the marina down the road (and caught tons of fish for dinner!). I've never seen so many pristine sea shells, including sand dollars and conchs. The stars at night were unbelievable! We saw the Milky Way, and dozens of shooting stars. We were even treated to a bioluminescence show by some sort of Gulf critters (algae? plankton?). No one wanted to leave! We highly recommend the Blue Heron.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W., Carrollton

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

Perfect place for wonderful vacation

Everything was PERFECT! Mr. Simmons was fabulous to deal with from beginning to end. He is so courteous, friendly and informative. The house was even better than the description. Kitchen was well stocked, beds were so comfy, linens were fresh and clean. We will definitely be back! Thank you for opening your beautiful home to guest!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan W., Dublin, Ohio

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

Wonderful Vacation

We had a wonderful time at the house. The house was very clean and well appointed. Plenty of space to spread out with multiple sitting areas and tables for games. Loved the pool and all of the porches. We had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

frank b.

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

Shell island

Very accommodating Plenty of room Excellent views Very comfortable Family oriented And possibly an excellent Dolphin experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Incredible stay! Amazing house!

Our large group had the best time here! Absolutely incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Amazing property

This house is everything as described and more. We had the best time. Alligator point is a beautiful location. The house is well appointed and cared for, great pool, amazing kitchen, beautiful rooms. Josh is a wonderful host and we would love to come back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie r.

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

Get away from it all!

We spent a week here at Alligator Point and it could not have been more perfect. Josh is a great host & stopped by to see if we needed anything and see if everything was alright. The property manager stopped by at check-in to answer any questions we had. It was a nice customer service gesture to make sure our vacation started out right. This stretch of Florida is where you go to get away from it all. The gulf was amazing. The beach along here is wonderful with seashells everywhere. We saw dolphins swim by in the morning, a shark or two, a stingray, pelicans dive-bombing for food, a bald eagle, the kids fed seagulls and then chased crabs on the beach at night. We took to take kayaks out on the water and played bags below the house. Each morning we woke up to the sounds of the gulf and enjoyed some coffee in absolute peacefulness watching the waves lash up on the sand. Then we enjoyed the sea breeze into the evening either at the pool, on the beach or the back deck. The house is big and comfortably slept our large family and our friends. There is a state park to the east on the point where you can go to the beach or walk out over the marsh. Be sure to visit the Oasis Tiki Hut bar at the marina for some beverages and some light food. Angelo’s Restaurant just a short drive north was fantastic for dining. St. James Bay Golf Club is nearby for a challenge and has day passes for pickleball/tennis players available. This is where you go for vacation in Florida to get away from all the tourists, traffic and noise. We’ll definitely be back for our next family vacation and will most certainly rent this property again from Josh.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

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

Wonderful experience!

Beautiful home on the beach with a pool. We so enjoyed our time and utilized the whole house. It was spacious and so comfortable. Will definitely keep in mind for future trips!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geri C.

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

Lovely family week on the beach!

The home was well thought through. So. Much. Space. The photo's are accurate and yet do not do it justice. We spent every evening, aside from our dinner at Posey's, making meals in the kitchen. Seafood boils were a hit with fresh seafood! We would then retire to the deck and spend our evenings out there enjoying the waves. Our days were spent on the beach letting the little ones play in the sand and water. The kayaks were a treat to have as well. The pool was used one afternoon as they so loved the beach! We did appreciate the latch on the pool gate which was high up so the little ones could not reach. The property owner was super responsive which we appreciated so much. He provided so much help and insight on the area. The shining for crabs brought on alot of laughter one night after dark. Highly recommend! And the dolphins came to play a few times which brought much joy to everyone!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josh Simmons

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Welcome to our beach house! This home was custom built over a 2 year period, many custom touches to be the best house on the gulf. Too many features to include online. Built to exceed hurricane standards and leave nothing to be desired in a relaxing beach vacation.

Why they chose this property

Once you've stayed with us, all other vacation rentals pale by comparison. You won't find a better house on the gulf. After years on the gulf, having lived in and owned a dozen beach houses, this house was conceived and designed by the owner/builder to incorporate all the best features. Combined with an amazing gulf to bay setting with beautiful wide beaches and surrounded by water, it doesn't get any better. The house was designed to bring large groups and families together yet have areas to retreat for privacy and relaxation. When you're not on the private beach enjoying the gulf or headed to your boat moored on the bay in front of the property, sneak away to the 3rd floor porch and relax on the outdoor sectional sofa and enjoy the sea breeze, make a splash in the pool, soak in the sun on the composite raised decks or cool off in the shade on the 600 sq foot ipe deck.

What makes this property unique

Open and spacious common areas and huge bedrooms with 10 foot ceilings on main level and soaring lofted ceiling on the upper level with gulf or bay view from every room -- many with both.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests