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Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13173.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. George Island, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • St George Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • St. George Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Study

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear

Almost Heaven

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This beautifully updated and decorated Gulf Beaches vacation home features lots of space to enjoy your Island vacation inside and out! The private swimming pool and awesome screened porch offer perfect spaces to take in Gulf breezes with a refreshing beverage. Almost Heaven's amazing location on the bicycle path is just minutes from the beach, and the best of the Forgotten Coast is within easy reach! Make use of the provided bikes (including several children's bikes) and explore the area.

The exterior of this property offers under-house concrete parking, a pool (heated for a fee), a hot/cold outdoor shower, a fish cleaning area, and a gas grill. Outdoor entertainment spaces include a bar and picnic table with a TV (under the house) and a charming gazebo adjacent to the pool. Horseshoes are supplied for old-fashioned fun. The beautiful screened porch and deck area are great places to gather and have alfresco dining. The golf cart is available for rental for a nominal fee! Exterior stairs lead to the first floor above.

This beautiful home has just been completely updated and features new floors and fresh paint throughout! New living area furnishings provide lots of seating for your crew to enjoy after a day in the sun. The open living/dining/kitchen area offers a peaceful and relaxing vibe and entertainment options include large a TV, DVD/VCR, and stereo. The gas fireplace for cool evenings makes Almost Heaven a great year-round destination. The well-equipped kitchen features new counters, freshly painted cabinets, and everything needed to prepare coastal feasts. There is plenty of seating at mealtime at the dining table with its beautiful light fixture. The kitchen bar counter with stools offers additional seating and a great spot to enjoy morning coffee. Kids will love the pirate-themed bunk room and a few toys available to play with. A cabinet full of games for all ages (board games, poker chips, and cards), and numerous jigsaw puzzles are also provided. Beach gear credit is included with this home - book a stay and get your choice of kayaks, paddleboards, beach chairs, and more!

THINGS TO KNOW

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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

Events allowed
Please contact Vacasa for more details.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 3.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Please contact Vacasa for more details.
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

About the area

St. George Island

Located in St. George Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St George Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Pelican Reef - 17 min drive - 12.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bj's Pizza & Subs - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear have a pool?

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

Is Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated dog & wedding-friendly home with private pool, bikes & beach gear located?

This family-friendly St. George Island holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of St. George Island Beach and St George Lighthouse. St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

One of the best on the island!!!!!

Will definitely be staying here again!!!!! Wonderful house, wonderful layout! Close to the beach and the pool was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Addison K H.

Would Return Again

Loved the home. We did encounter a few issues, but the house and its setup, amenities and location did not disappoint.
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Danielle's Final Flamingle

10 ladies rented the house for a bachlorette party- coming from as close as Crawfordville to as far away as Michigan. We had an absolute flamazing time! The house was perfect for us! From coffee on the front porch to rain day and late nights around the downstairs bar, the beautiful beach, the pool, and sunset golfcart rides! We tried to be on our best behavior- but when you get that many women together for a weekend of freedom, let's just say that we hope we don't owe the neighbors any kind of apology! A weekend we will never forget! It truly was Almost Heaven!

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Almost Heaven

The house was great! We liked that each bedroom had its own bathroom. The house was very clean, and in a great location. Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Lots of games to play and a bar area under the house that we utilized quite a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Excellent floor plan for multiple couples.

Nice layout with each room having its own bathroom. Covered bar area was a great place to unwind after a sandy-sun day on the beach. The home is comfortable with plenty of space for 8 adults to spread out and not be on top of each other. The home is nicely decorated without being overly “beachy”. We’ve rented various houses on SGI for the past 10 years and this one is definitely a top.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Wonderful experience

Loved the layout, pool, golf cart, front porch, location, very clean. Lots of towels and linens.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Greg O.

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

Quick Weekend

This property was very nice and was a good fit for our short getaway. A couple of negatives: I contacted the property owner twice before we visited with questions and received no reply. I did reach out to Vacasa and they got back to me. The pool is supposed to be heated but it was not, at least it wasn't while we were there. Don't count on a heated pool. Otherwise, I would say everything else was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

joe V.

A little Slice of Heaven

Great location and laid out well for a group. Has some great options to entertain, from the large patio, to the pool and backyard, to underneath the house. Especially like the four bathrooms, so no one had to fight over them. A very quick walk to the beach to watch a sunrise. Loved it all around. St. George Island has a lot to offer for such a small island.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Almost Heaven review

The home was will equipped and comfortable, and a good location, just a short walk to the beach. It was easy to check in and check out. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Perfect event home!

Everything you need is there! Pool, outdoor bar w/tv on huge covered area and a golf cart! House was well stocked and very comfortable. Short walk to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Very nice house

The house was beautiful, definitely made you feel like you were in a movie beach house. The pool was perfect along with the lighted cabana. Kitchen was great to cook in and location to the beach and grocery store was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoyed it

Enjoyed it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

12 guest

12 guest and we were all comfortable. Very nice place!
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10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

Fabulous Home

This home has it all! We found this property online and could not have been happier with it`s location and amenities. This house has four bedrooms all with their own bathroom which made it nice for our extended family. It felt like everyone had their own personal space. The pool was amazing after a long day at the beach which is only a short walk from the house. We were so happy to have the option of renting the on site golf cart! We never used our car our entire stay. The pictures do not do this house justice. The whole house has been redecorated with new couch and chairs in the living room. The dining room had a large table table to accommodate everyone. We will definitely be back! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

Best SGI beach house!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beach house that has it all! The house has been lovingly updated with new paint, new furniture, and charming beach decor. The crystal clear pool is beautiful and a great place to relax after a fun day at the beach. We had breakfast every morning on the screened in front porch and gathered downstairs to enjoy the tiki bar after dinner. There`s even a tv at the tiki bar! The location is ideal to enjoy everything SGI has to offer. We are looking forward to our already scheduled return visit. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

A heavenly time at Almost Heaven!

We stayed for a week at Almost Heaven and loved every minute of it. The house is perfectly situated on the Island, convenient to the bridge, shops and stores and not too far from the state park. It is a perfect layout for two families, with older kids or younger kids. We were able to enjoy a number of dinners at home in the well stocked kitchen, and the common space was great for entertaining. The outdoor space is my favorite part, however - one of the larger private pools you will find on the Island, and the tiki bar, fully equipped with speakers and TV, is the perfect spot for College Game Day. Quick ride or walk to the beautiful beach. Highly recommend Almost Heaven! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

The name says it all!

Almost Heaven is a great name for this home. We have visited SGI several times and this is one of our favorite houses. We travel as a group of 7 or 8 with dog(s). This home was perfect layout. One floor, each bedroom was at a separate corner of the home. Each has own bath, so no sharing. The home is nicely decorated. Comfortable beds. The pool is awesome, and we got some use of the bar under the house, too. It’s a great covered area where we played cornhole and other games. Nice to have that shaded/covered area. Also, the covered gazebo area poolside came in handy during the one rain storm we had and to get a break from the sun when needed. We also paid extra to rent the golf cart, first time we did that. Well worth it. Definitely will consider renting this house again! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

Great house!

Perfect base for a St George vacation, with plenty of room for adults and kids. Kitchen is well-appointed and has everything you need to cook (or not cook!) and serve your meals. You can tell it has been recently touched up with new paint, furniture, granite counters, etc - really a lovely beach home. A short walk to the beach. Definitely recommend the golf cart for exploring the island and checking out the sunset on the bay side. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

Great house!

Perfect base for a St George vacation, with plenty of room for adults and kids. Kitchen is well-appointed and has everything you need to cook (or not cook!) and serve your meals. You can tell it has been recently touched up with new paint, furniture, granite counters, etc - really a lovely beach home. A short walk to the beach. Definitely recommend the golf cart for exploring the island and checking out the sunset on the bay side. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

The name says it all!

Almost Heaven is a great name for this home. We have visited SGI several times and this is one of our favorite houses. We travel as a group of 7 or 8 with dog(s). This home was perfect layout. One floor, each bedroom was at a separate corner of the home. Each has own bath, so no sharing. The home is nicely decorated. Comfortable beds. The pool is awesome, and we got some use of the bar under the house, too. It’s a great covered area where we played cornhole and other games. Nice to have that shaded/covered area. Also, the covered gazebo area poolside came in handy during the one rain storm we had and to get a break from the sun when needed. We also paid extra to rent the golf cart, first time we did that. Well worth it. Definitely will consider renting this house again! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

Fabulous Home

This home has it all! We found this property online and could not have been happier with it`s location and amenities. This house has four bedrooms all with their own bathroom which made it nice for our extended family. It felt like everyone had their own personal space. The pool was amazing after a long day at the beach which is only a short walk from the house. We were so happy to have the option of renting the on site golf cart! We never used our car our entire stay. The pictures do not do this house justice. The whole house has been redecorated with new couch and chairs in the living room. The dining room had a large table table to accommodate everyone. We will definitely be back! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

Best SGI beach house!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beach house that has it all! The house has been lovingly updated with new paint, new furniture, and charming beach decor. The crystal clear pool is beautiful and a great place to relax after a fun day at the beach. We had breakfast every morning on the screened in front porch and gathered downstairs to enjoy the tiki bar after dinner. There`s even a tv at the tiki bar! The location is ideal to enjoy everything SGI has to offer. We are looking forward to our already scheduled return visit. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

A heavenly time at Almost Heaven!

We stayed for a week at Almost Heaven and loved every minute of it. The house is perfectly situated on the Island, convenient to the bridge, shops and stores and not too far from the state park. It is a perfect layout for two families, with older kids or younger kids. We were able to enjoy a number of dinners at home in the well stocked kitchen, and the common space was great for entertaining. The outdoor space is my favorite part, however - one of the larger private pools you will find on the Island, and the tiki bar, fully equipped with speakers and TV, is the perfect spot for College Game Day. Quick ride or walk to the beautiful beach. Highly recommend Almost Heaven! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous U.

Great retreat

We were looking to spend some down time in a place without the hustle and bustle of a busy beach town, and mostly no COVID. This was just what we needed! Plenty of space for 5 small kids and 4 adults. Has all the kitchen amenities needed. The Piggly Wiggly before the island is well stocked, but the local grocery store is fairly complete as well for non-produce. House itself has an awesome Tiki bar downstairs for late night hanging out. Appreciated the beach toys including horseshoes and Becca. The gas grill was nice for quick lunches for kids. Pool was cold due to ambient weather initially but heated up once the weather cooperated more. Property manager was incredibly responsive before and during the trip. Also highly recommend the golf cart as a way to get around the island, and is fun for trips w kids or a short night drive to the beach No complaints at all and would happily stay here again in the future if able. This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.
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6/10 Okay

Laura J.

Almost Heaven

This was our second stay at this amazing beach house! Another great time with all our friends! The house has everything !! Great kitchen with plenty of everything you need down to the garbage bags and paper towels ! Love the 4 BR with the 4 BA lending so much privacy and comfort for all! Comfy common area with plenty of seating for eating and hanging out! The pool is awesome with the hot tub and tons of chairs and then there’s the Tiki Hut ... my husband’s favorite area! Great party area! The Golf Carts , the location .. got it all ! We love it and had such a great time again!! We will see y’all again July with our family...parents , siblings, nieces and nephews! Can’t wait and thanks again ! This review was submitted while the home was managed by a different property management company.

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