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'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4

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Pool
Pool
Fire pit
Outdoor TV and covered sitting area
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • South Walton Beaches
    3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach
    3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    3 min drive
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

2 Queen Beds downstairs

2 Queen Beds

Downstairs Queen/Bunk

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

King Bedroom Downstairs

1 King Bed

Upstairs King Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

3/4 Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

En-suite Bath for 2 Queen Bedroom downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

En-Suite Bath for King Upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Full bath for King Downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4

Welcome to Delta Dunes – our lovely Florida beach house in the family friendly Gulf Trace Community. We bought this home in 2008, so our family could enjoy this spectacular area. We recently made great upgrades to our outdoor living space. It's a beautiful beach and not crowded like Seaside or Destin.

Gulf Trace is a wonderful, private beachside community south of Hwy 30A and surrounded by a State Park. It's only a few minutes from Grayton Beach and Seaside. There are no condos, big crowds or busy streets, but plenty of white sand, walking and bicycle paths and emerald Gulf water.

Delta Dunes is a beautifully furnished, four bedroom/four bath home with Gulf views and well-landscaped private outdoor pool with covered sitting area with large screen TV, fire pit and lawnl. It’s a short, three minute walk to the private beach access (four houses back from the beach). You can enjoy early mornings and sunsets in our open-air tower – terrific views of the water to go with the refreshing Gulf breeze.

The home has high ceilings and large windows throughout. It boasts a large great room/dining/kitchen on the second floor with a cathedral ceiling and French doors opening to an outdoor deck. The room features original artwork and a custom built cabinet storing the TV, books, games and more (and there is a poker top to go on top of the card table). It has two couches and chairs and makes for a natural gathering place and offers large TV, Roku, music and a deck with Gulf views. The large dining table seats 10 people with room for three more at the kitchen island.

The house has a total of four bedrooms, with three bedrooms and three baths on the first level. The first bedroom downstairs has a queen bed and a twin-over-double bunk bed. There is also a king bedroom on the first level and the third bedroom has two queen beds with a private bath en-suite. The fourth bedroom is upstairs with a king bed and private bath en-suite and is off the great room. Each bedroom has TV with Roku.

Bedroom One - King w/ en-suite full bath and TV
Bedroom Two - Two Queen Beds with en-suite full bath w/ TV
Bedroom Three - King w/ private 3/4 bath across hall w/ TV
Bedroom Four - Queen and Bunk Bed (sleeps 5) w/ private 3/4 bath across hall w/ TV

The feature that helps set our home apart from many others is our pool and patio area. The pool is hidden by a wooden fence. It’s also a nice size (34’x18’) and enjoys plenty of lounging area. The pool may be heated in cool weather (no additional fee). In addition, there is a hot/cold shower by the pool. We just added a terrific outdoor covered sitting area with large TV along with a fire pit and lovely lawn area.

The home was built in 2003 and is in excellent condition. There is parking for three to four cars behind the house, but it's tight. Two cars can park under cover.

This is a non-smoking home and pets are not allowed. Rented golf carts are NOT ALLOWED in this neighborhood.

Wireless Internet is available throughout the house. We also have a Roku with the Large TV in the Great Room to make it easier for guests to watch movies.

Maximum capacity is 13 people.

I know location is a key factor in renting a vacation home. The map on this site will allow you to see the houses in the neighborhood, the street and get a feel for beach access.

There is private beach access that is approximately a three-minute walk from our house. We are four houses back from the beach on the private, quiet streets of Gulf Trace. The beach access is truly easily accessible with no steep climb to and from the beach. I hope this helps you better understand our location and our great neighborhood.




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Property manager

Henry Barbour

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
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
No diving in the pool. It's only 6' deep at deepest point.
We do not rent to high school or college-aged groups with or without chaperones.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulf Trace, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Santa Rosa Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 5 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Delta Dunes' Gulf Trace; 3 min walk to beach; private pool; just renovated; 4/4 located?

This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Grayton Beach. Seaside Beach is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
This house was perfect for our family get away. The pool at the house was big enough for the kids to all play in. The beach was a quick walk down the road and absolutely perfect. We will come back! The home owner was a pleasure to work with and had great communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

niki t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family vacation
Home was perfect for our family vacation. Everything was beautiful, great location, clean, in working order, well-stocked, and great communication. Hosts were kind and generous. We hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house for our family Thanksgiving
We have been coming to Grayton Beach for20 years for Thanksgiving and usually stay in Gulf Trace with several family members. We thoroughly enjoyed this house. It was spacious and beautiful and in a great location. The owner responded quickly to any questions we had and we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and convenient to beach
This property is wonderful! Short walk to beach with huge plus of NO STAIRS to access beach! We pulled our beach wagon fully loaded to set up for entire day (beach bums sunrise to sunset). Delta Dunes is beautiful and kid friendly with all amenities as advertised. We enjoyed the tower that gives a lovely panoramic view of area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation
The house was beautiful! The pictures honestly don’t do it justice. We loved having our morning coffee in the tower. There was a very short, easy walk to the beach. The pool was the perfect size with plenty of shade. We truly loved everything about the house and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
The property was perfect for our family vacation. We can’t think of anything we would suggest doing differently. Everyone had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
The property was beautiful inside and out. Great location! I loved that the neighborhood was so private and quiet, which also kept the beach not crowded at all. The privacy fence around the backyard/pool was great too. We had a great time on our beach vacation and can’t wait to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We have stayed in this neighborhood for years and love the area. This was our first stay at Delta Dunes, the entire family loved our week here. The property was very clean, the pool was perfect and also very private, extremely easy walk around the corner to the beach. Henry was great to work with and very responsive. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Spring Break
Had a great time at Delta Dunes, there was plenty of space for 2 families. Short walk to the uncrowded beach, heated pool with plenty of chairs, great views from the crow's nest - this place had it all. Very responsive owner, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyable
Great place to spend Christmas
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to spend Thanksgiving week
This is a very nice house with plenty of room for two families. It only takes a few minutes to walk to the beach and the large pool is very nice to have for afterwards. The neighborhood is great - quiet and relatively secluded, but not too far from restaurants and stores. Finally, the owners were very friendly and communicative, which made the whole process run smoothly. We've stayed in several places in the Santa Rosa Beach area and this has been the best - we'll definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Family fun at the beach......
My family and I stayed at Delta Dunes and the house was fantastic! It met our needs perfectly especially the wonderful secluded pool. The neighborhood was quiet and the nearby beach was family oriented. The house was well stocked and beautifully decorated. I hope an opportunity comes along where we could visit again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Beth B.

A slice of heaven!
We already knew that staying in the Grayton area was where we wanted to be but finding a home that could meet our needs was another. Delta Dunes far exceeded our expectations! It is a beautiful home that comfortably accommodated our family. This house feels like a home rather than a typical beach rental. From the pool to the crows nest we were highly impressed. Delta Dunes interior is beautiful, spacious & comfortable with everything you could want! The location is great & just a 2 minute walk to the beach! We loved our stay & would definitely want to come back in the near future! Thanks for helping make our vacation great!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The Ideal Beach Home
For an extended family coming together with four young children, Delta Dunes is pretty much perfect. In Gulf Trace, you feel "off the beaten path" while a bike ride away from the best 30-A shopping, restaurants. The beach is easily accessible (especially with the included bikes). This might be my favorite stretch of beach on the gulf-coast because it is so wide, clean and relatively undeveloped. As for the house, It has been smartly updated and well cared for. The family has definitely achieved the overall feel of "staying at a friend's home", as opposed to a the increasingly common sterile beach rental. The kitchen is stocked, the beds are comfy, parking is plentiful. As for unique features: The crow's nest has amazing views and a great place to share a beverage and relax. The pool is the perfect size for a family and very private. The house is well stocked with a ton of great books and puzzles/games. Again, the bikes and Ping-Pong table were nice touches. As for working with the owner, he was extremely accommodating, responsive and really went above-and-beyond to take care of us and make us feel at home. Clearly, I can't say enough nice things about our Delta Dunes experience! We will most definitely look to book it again in the years to come.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette K.

A great beach rental.
Delta Dunes is a perfect rental for just hanging out and relaxing and conveniently located for great restaurants, outdoor activities, and shopping if you want to be out and about. The beach is a short walk from the house and I miss the wonderful pool already! This area was private and peaceful and there was plenty to do as we needed to take advantage of a 1000 piece puzzle since an unexpected intense storm descended upon us! We loved this well equipped rental and look forward to returning someday!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Second Year in a Row
This spring break was the second year in a row that our family has stayed at Delta Dunes. We loved it so much last year that the kids would not even consider trying a different location this time around! The photos of Delta Dunes are lovely and very accurate, but don't tell the whole story about what a special place the owner and his family have made this home. In addition to the spotlessly clean home and pool, the house is filled with lovely thoughtful touches. All of the bedding and towels are of good quality, with extra pillows, bedding and towels tucked away in the closets of each room. There is a great assortment of books (fiction and non-fiction) and board games and puzzles inside the great room entertainment cabinet for rainy days. The kitchen is stocked with every single conceivable thing you will need. Plenty of dishes to accommodate a crowd too! The owners have assembled a binder with menus from area restaurants...so great for planning our outings. Some of our favorites in the area include The Pickle Factory, Louis Louis, Local Catch, Blue Mountain Beach Creamery, The Meltdown on 30A, and Great Southern Café. There is a very nice front load washer and dryer on the bedroom level that came in handy with the ever changing weather of Florida in the springtime. And the pool! The pool is beautifully maintained, and wonderfully private, tucked away among the palm trees. Our kids spent hours in the pool. We also enjoy the perfect location of this home. With two private beach accesses for Gulf Trace residents, we often felt that we had the beach to ourselves. The tower and the deck off the great room were perfect locations to enjoy a quiet morning coffee or a drink while watching the sunset over the ocean. The location of the neighborhood of Gulf Trace allowed us to be just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Seaside, Destin and Panama City, along with so many activities along 30A, but to also be able to totally unwind in peace and quiet if we desired. The owner of the home is very prompt in responding to any concerns or questions and should be justifiably proud of his family's lovely home. We highly recommend Delta Dunes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Best house in Gulf Trace
There is no better house in Gulf Trace than Delta Dunes (especially for the money). We have stayed in this house 4 or 5 times over the years and just can't say enough good things about the property. Everything about the house is top notch. Well decorated, 12 foot ceilings, lots of room and a top floor family room with a nice deck, but what really makes this house special is the Crow's Nest and pool area. The Crow's Nest is the highest point in the subdivision with lots of room and large, bar height Adirondack chairs. On a clear day you can see from Destin to Panama City. Great place to have your coffee or relax in the evening. It's the first place our kids run to when we arrive. You also couldn't review Delta Dunes without mentioning how great the pool area is. Extremely wooded and very private with a nice seating area and an outstanding outdoor shower. The kids actually never have shower inside the whole week. Saves lots of time and mess when everybody can just clean-up before ever entering the house. The owner had everything ready, pool heat on and offers all of his contact info to help with any needs during your stay. Other nice things off the top of my head - Short walk to the beach. Large concrete pad for under the house for covered parking or for the kids to ride scooters or use their outdoor ping-pong table. Short drive (or bike ride) to Red bar or Seaside. Lots of bathrooms. Nice washer and dryer. White lights strung in the trees by the pool area. Really nice effect. Cons - I do not own this house. As you can tell, we are pretty high on Delta Dunes and we are already looking forward to our next stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

BEST Home We've Ever Rented!!!
This is a fabulous home in an amazing location! We all felt right at home - it is clean as a whistle, with totally updated amenities. It even smells fresh and clean! There is a ton of space. We visited with 2 families including 4 preschoolers and the ample privacy made it easy for everyone to spread out for naps and quiet time, without bringing the whole house to a stand-still! The private pool is incredible. The lush landscaping provides a natural barrier all the way around the pool area for quiet, privacy and beauty. You do not have to try hard to imagine you are on a secluded Caribbean island! And for even more family fun, there is a ping-pong table poolside (covered), so when those afternoon showers hit, you can just move into the spacious covered parking area for some ping-pong action, without having to retreat indoors! And you couldn't ask for kinder, more accommodating homeowners. The Southern charm and hospitality that oozes from the warmth of the house is even more evident when you deal with them in person. They are truly great people who make you feel right at home! Grayton is close enough to Destin for shopping, but far enough to escape the traffic and crowds. And within biking/running distance the other direction, you can be at Seaside for a quaint and quiet evening for local flavor with the family! Delta Dunes has set a standard so high, I'm done looking at other properties! Now that we know this property is out there, it will be hard pressed for us to go elsewhere!

About the host

Hosted by Henry Barbour

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We are from Mississippi and enjoy our beach house, which we bought in the fall of 2008. We looked at many houses, but knew this was the one we wanted to buy on our first visit. The neighborhood is a hidden gem on 30A. We hope you like it, too.

Why they chose this property

Gulf Trace, 1/3 mile west of Grayton Beach, is really private and close to the beach. No big crowds and surrounded by a state park. It's also close to Blue Mountain, Watercolor, Seaside and Rosemary Beach.

If you like big crowds, I would recommend Seaside, Watercolor or Destin. We visit them, but prefer the quiet of Gulf Trace and nearby Grayton Beach and Blue Mountain.

What makes this property unique

The beach, pool area, and tower are memorable. And Gulf Trace is an ideal neighborhood for a family beach vacation - quiet, slow traffic and short walk to the beach.

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