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Free Activities Program through Xplorie

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets!

Newly remodeled! Old-school charm awaits guests at Grayt Fun, a charming beach house in Grayton Beach that sleeps 10. This home features a private pool (with option to heat), large fenced-in yard and is a mere 390 feet to beach access (plus 4 complimentary beach chairs) – you can see the Gulf from the driveway!

With its casual vibe, original character plus luxurious updates and upgrades, everyone will feel at home and at this 3-bedroom beach retreat. Unlike many of the more modern homes on 30A, Grayt Fun has vintage personality in every room. You'll love lounging by your private pool where you'll find plenty of seating for ultimate relaxation.

There are 2 living areas in the home with plenty of comfy seating. The fully-equipped open kitchen features a breakfast bar for 2, plus an additional counter along the window with seating for 4. Guests can choose from the king suite at the back of the house, queen bedroom or the 2 twins bedroom. Plus the 2nd living area features a bunk nook with 4 beds.

Grayt Fun is the perfect spot if you like to go out and explore bars and restaurants. You’ll have no issues finding options at your doorstep: the famous Red Bar is about a 30-second walk and Chiringo is literally next door. Location is even better for beach access 1 minute and your toes are in the sand. Plus with your stay you can take advantage of 4 beach chairs and a wagon to haul everything back and forth.

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: King bed, TV, pool patio access. Private half bathroom.
Bedroom 2: Queen bed, TV.
Bedroom 3: 2 twin bed, TV.
Bunkroom: 2 sets of twin-over-twin beds.
Shared bathroom 1 includes a tub/shower combo and shared bathroom 2 has a shower.

Beach Access:
Head down the driveway and south on Defuniak where it quickly turns into Hotz, this road ends at your access.
Distance: 295 feet | Time: 1 minute walking

Grayton Beach:
Grayton Beach is one of the quirkiest and most personable of all the beach towns along 30A. In Grayton, everyone seems to own a dog and the whole gang will be happy to welcome you to this authentic, laid-back town. Ancient oaks and fragrant magnolias shade rustic cottages next to modern mansions. Funky beach shops share white sand lots with upscale restaurants and the nostalgic sounds of blues bands and local musicians can be heard in local hang outs. Enjoy Grayton Beach for its unique artistic vibe. You'll feel like a local in this area and quickly become immersed in the community art scene. Grayton welcomes everyone.

Your stay at Grayt Fun comes with Xplorie’s best activities! one ticket per day, per activity! (over $800 in nightly value) Tee off at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, zip through Baytowne Adventure Zone, and sail on the Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise. Enjoy Big Kahuna’s Water Park, Black Light Mini Golf, and scenic bike rides with complimentary rentals. Explore 30A with ease and adventure!

* Sorry, no pets allowed.
* Benchmark cannot guarantee/service owner-provided amenities
* Pool heat can be added for an additional fee
* Parking for 4 cars.

A Benchmark welcome bag and initial starter kit of amenities are provided for all guests. For the kitchen this includes: 1 roll of paper towels, 1 dish sponge, 1 dish soap, 2 dishwasher pods, and 1 liner for each trashcan. For each bathroom it includes: 1 roll of toilet paper, 1 set of soap/body wash/shampoo/conditioner/lotion. For towels you will receive: 1 body towel/1 washcloth per guest and 2 hand towels per bathroom, plus 2 washing machine pods.

Property manager

Benchmark Management
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Silver Sands Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. 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 horse riding and ecotours.
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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets! have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool & Feet to the Beach, Near to Chiringo & Red Bar + Free Tickets! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from South Walton Beaches and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Seaside Beach. Grayton Beach and Seagrove Beach West are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 57 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 57 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madison M.

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

My favorite property in Grayton

I’ve been coming to this area of Florida with my family every year since I was born. This is by far my favorite house I’ve ever stayed in! Not only is it the perfect walking distance to the beach and everything in Grayton, the pool in the back is a *chefs kiss*. I booked this property for February so it was a little chilly out and had the pool heated for the duration of my stay. If I had any questions at all, the property manager was quick to reply. The house was clean and so beautiful - it looked exactly like the pictures. The only thing is the lights around the pool can be a little bright at night so make sure you pull down the shades in the room. I will absolutely be booking this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

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

Grayt Fun

Great time - thank you for hosting us. Everything went well and I hope you felt the same about us as guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

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

Wedding Stay

We came to attend a wedding at Grayton Beach and were the preferred location for almost all the wedding party as the unit is so closely located to everything! Awesome stay…awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy P.

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

Grayt Fun was GREAT FUN!

The property is excellent in every way. The listing describes the property accurately. We visited in October, our favorite time to visit the beach. Our first stay in Grayton. Love the vibe. Property is next door to Chirongo Bar, best food experience in Grayton by far, in our opinion. The swimming pool was a really nice addition for us…we paid for the heated pool amenity and glad we did. Property management was very responsive to us when we had a minor issue. Great communication. Will be back to Grayton for sure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jessica P.

Grayt location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property was a great location in Grayton beach. The inside was clean but the outside area had some trash when we arrived. The property can hold 10 people, but it is more suitable for maybe two couples with small children as there wasn’t much living space for everyone to be in at once. There also was very little space to put your clothes. There were storage items in the closets so we didn’t have places to hang clothing and not much dresser space either. The parking was also an issue. There are signs but you have no recourse if someone parks in the property spots. It would be nice to have a way to handle when that happens because we were left without a spot after dinner a night because someone ignored the residential sign and we could not locate the vehicle owners. We ended up driving around and ultimately having to go elsewhere for hours until the vehicle left bc there was no where to park. It would be nice to have a number for a tow company since the signs say tow away zone in the event you don’t have a spot.
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2/10 Terrible

Adam A.

Great location HORRIBLE management

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house would have been an amazing experience if it wasn’t for the poor management of the home. The home is in a great location and the house itself was perfect for our family. A few days after we checked in we started to have a flea problem at the house. It was outside by the pool and our kids would be covered in fleas anytime they walked out by the pool. It was so bad we could not enjoy the pool at all which (aside from the location) was a reason we booked the house. The second we tried to contact the management company about it we were met with nothing but absolute trouble. It was exhausting trying to get anyone to come out or even help address the situation. Our family owns a home in Grayton beach and they were absolutely blown away with the lack of attention to the situation. They as owners would have NEVER let something like this happen to renters at their home. I would be very weary renting this home! I would like to note it wasn’t lack of effort in trying on our part as we called everyday sometimes even multiple times a day from Tuesday through the time we left Saturday to no avail. We were greeted by the management staff with our complaints with rudeness. WeAlso had friends staying in the home the week after we left and they were dealing with the same frustrating situation. Please beware and consider another property in Grayton. It’s such a special place to us and we think you would have the best experience elsewhere and not at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Don’t hesitate.

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. 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: First time staying here and visiting Grayton. We will be back! The house is great for small groups and had everything we needed. Loved Chiringos next door and had no problem with noise from the patrons, even with a live band on Friday night. The truck emptying the dumpster at 4:00 AM Saturday was the only time we were disturbed. Liked that we were provided cones and rope to block our parking spaces when we left the house as I am sure we would have come back to no place to park. The owners provided plenty of beach gear and bicycles. Lots of seating by the pool with a huge umbrella for shade. Lights along the fence come on at night and provide a nice atmosphere. A very short walk to the beach and a tram stops just steps away to take you to a small shopping area with restaurants and stores. Highly recommend this rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Grayt Fun

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. 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: Overall, this was a wonderful house in the best location. However, parking sometimes was a challenge as the proximity to the bars/restaurants made the local patrons ignore the residential reserved parking signs
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8/10 Good

Paula S.

Girl’s Annual Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are six retired educators and enjoy taking an annual trip each spring. We love the Grayton Beach area and especially love to stay in this home. It is very clean and the floor plan works for our group. It has its private pool which is very nice & relaxing. This is the second time we have stayed here. It is in walking distance to the shops & restaurants. Everyone at Benchmark is very nice and accommodating. We have only one complaint and that is with the internet and TV. We had to call Benchmark to come out to help us sign on to the internet and to get the TV to work. Evidently the home owner changed providers it is very slow. We didn’t have any problems like this last year. But, we still love this place and would recommend it to others but I hope the owners rethink their internet provider.

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Sweet place!

A fantastic anniversary stay.Great area,restaurants, beach, biking!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan C.

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

Great stay, wish we had better communication

This stay was overall great. We were disappointed however at the poor communication regarding the pool heat. This property advertises a heated pool, but it was not communicated to us until well after arriving that the pool could not be heated unless we stayed for a full week. This is after a private message with the property before our arrival saying that the pool could be heated we only needed to message. Since that was a big reason we selected this property it’s very disappointing. Another note is that the windows/curtains in the living room are transparent at night. Not a big deal, just something to be aware of. Otherwise this location is great and the property was as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo A.

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

Grayton Beach house

Our home was in an ideal location in Grayton Beach, one block from the shore right next to to popular restaurant and bars, and walkable to everything. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Perfect stay!!

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: Best location steps to the beach and next door to restaurants/shops. Nicely renovated house with everything you need and plenty of space!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily D., Beaumont, Texas

Perfect Vacation Spot

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: We loved the house and didn’t want to leave! The location is perfect. Very close to the beach, western lake, and next door to Chiringos. There is a door alarm on the back door that only an adult can reach and it goes off if a child opens the door, we really appreciated that feature. The tram stops very close to the house. My kids had fun riding it to the shops and back. I would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

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

Great girls weekend getaway!

This was the perfect place to host a getaway with friends! We wanted a beach location to celebrate a bachelorette party and this was the best house! Plenty of room for everyone and you can't beat the location and pool amenities. Everyone had a great time and commented on how perfect the house was. The smallest things to note that could improve: one bathroom didn't have a lock on the door and the other bathroom lock didn't work. The shower looks to have been recently updated and anytime anyone took a shower, the water seeped out between the glass door and onto the floor causing a mess. Also, the communication with the host/rental property agents was poor. I texted the "text line" that was in the check-in instructions with no reply. I then received a different number to text the next day and the communication was very delayed. Overall, an amazing trip and would 10/10 stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

brenda j f.

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

Great stay at Grayton Beach

This was our second time to stay in Grayton Beach. We love this area so much. Local eating is great. We will return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property was clean and a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

We would rent it again

We were impressed how the master bedroom is private/ separate from the others, but that room was a little difficult to cool. We were impressed at all the items available in the storage unit by the pool. The pool water is a bit too warm however. When we arrived, everything was clean except the spoon rest. The kitchen could benefit from more supplies such as more mixing bowls, Tupperware and a spatula. The small shower was difficult to use because the shower curtain kept blowing on your legs. It was helpful that there were lots of towels and even dark washcloths for removing make up. Providing hand soap in the kitchen would be a good idea. We would rent it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime A.

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

Awesome location!!

Can’t beat the location or convenience. Excellent communication with the hosts - definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Robert G.

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

Great location, dated house

House was very clean. Fenced in yard for pets was perfect. Enjoyed the heated pool. Strange layout. In Order to exit the house a person has to walk through other peoples sleeping areas.Decor is very dated. Perfect location however.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Brent M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

very dissatisfied

the only reason a gave a 1 star is the bedrooms very good when we got there we had to pick up water bottles and plastic cups there was candy wrappers stuffed in the candle holders and wax left all over from the burnt out candles obviously they did not clean outside so i wiped down the table and the dirt nasty we arrived on a Sunday and the pool was dirty so we could not use it until Tuesday pool cleaning day. The dish washer was broke so a repair person showed up but had to order a new dish washer so we where there the whole time no dishwasher. The pictures shown in the rental are nothing like what was there. Sleeps 10 but only has seating for 4 two at the counter and two at a table bar stools that were a heavy plastic and with two small kids there was really no place for them to eat . The Carpet in the bedroom was so dirty i had to fold it up and put it away the windows were dirty and most of them leaked therefore the place really was not looked after. House did not appear cleaned there were cob webs at the floor and refrigerator if you are going to charge extra for covid you need to clean the outside also . We had to stay a additional day because of weather which they did not charge me appreciate that . This place needs alot a TLC
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Shari M., Diamondhead, Ms

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location. Rent bikes. 2 come with property. Umbrellas for beach.

Fixed a few plumbing issues early. Lighting of back yard and pool were disappointing. If one of my renters had these issues they expect for gathering with family and friends, I would not be renting until all is fixed. We enjoyed this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

We loved the house, pool, and location. Would recommend to any family for vacation.

Really loved and enjoyed the place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Memorial Day Weekend Beach Vacation

This property is in a great location with quick access to the beach and right next to Red Bar and Chiringo. The pool was great to enjoy when we were tired of going to the beach, and it was awesome to have a private outdoor shower. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

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

Grayton cottage

Perfect sweet spot
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Benchmark Management

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