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Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach!

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Exterior
Gentle waves...no dangerous undertow.
Perfect beach for kids!
Property grounds
Beautiful sunrise!

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9264.8 sq m

Popular amenities

    • Parking availableParking available
    • WasherWasher
    • Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
    • KitchenKitchen
    • Air conditioningAir conditioning
    • DryerDryer

Explore the area

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Carrabelle, FL
    Carrabelle Beach
    4 min walk
    Camp Gordon Johnston Museum
    11 min walk
    Crooked River Lighthouse
    2 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #2 (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

Media/Bunk Room with 3 Extra Long Twin beds (Upstairs)

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

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

Master Bathroom #1

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach!

Thank you for considering our beautiful house on Carrabelle Beach for your family's next vacation escape. We built the 'White Pelican Cottage' for our family to be able to enjoy a safe, relaxing, and fun getaway from the stresses of city and work life.

Whether it's just laying out on the sugar-white sandy beach, building sandcastles with the kids or taking long barefoot walks, we know that your family will find that same relaxation and togetherness that our family enjoys so much.

Families with young children will especially enjoy the safety of the normally calm waters and the overall privacy of Carrabelle Beach. New, first time, visitors to Carrabelle Beach frequently claim that they did not even realize that such a beautiful and undeveloped place still existed in Florida....We explain that is why they call this part of Florida, the "Forgotten Coast"!

As you enter the house, you will see that the house was designed to take full advantage of the beautiful views of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Wide, wall-to-wall windows expand across th entire beachside of the house.

It will be obvious that the house is certainly modern in its appointments, but it has a very relaxed ambiance and a very inviting southern coastal cottage design and feel. With its upscale interior decorating and southern beach house style, you may feel as if you are walking through the pages of a Coastal Living Magazine.

On the main floor, the super spacious great room area is the heart of the home. This huge room has 10' ceilings and stunning heart pine floors. The room is over 40 feet long by about 30 feet wide and includes the kitchen and dining areas as well as a home theater area. Large wall-to-wall windows flood this space with natural light and offer panoramic vistas of the Gulf of Mexico and our two barrier islands, Dog Island and St. George Island.

Sitting in the rocking chairs under the ceiling fans on the screened porch, located just outside of the great room, is the definition of "chilling at the beach". Morning coffee, afternoon naps on the outdoor sofa, evening story telling, relaxing with a great beach read , etc., are all perfect screened porch activities!

When not playing on the beach or chilling on the screened porch, guests can stay entertained with 2 separate home theater setups. Both of these setups have large flat-screen TVs with surround sound speakers. Adults can enjoy their favorite movies and sports on the main level in the great room area, while the kids can go upstairs to the media/bunk room for their own TV watching and gaming, etc.

In addition to the 2 home theater setups, all bedrooms are equipped with flat-screen smart TVs. All TVs have all of the popular streaming apps such as Netflix, YoutubeTV, ESPN, etc.

The home's extra-large kitchen is well-equipped and is a chef's delight. (in fact, the kitchen can easily accommodate 2 chefs!).It is complete with all modern appliances, ultra nice cooking utensils, plenty of plates, etc. You can be sure that you will have plenty of room to prepare and serve huge meals for your hungry vacationing clan.

For outdoor cooking and entertaining, there is a Weber gas grill and a Weber Charcoal grill located down on the parking level below the house. There is a large fish cleaning table in that area, too.

A baby crib and two extra twin sized mattresses are available if needed for babies and extra kids, etc.

As sun goes down, guests can gather around the outdoor fire pit to roast marshmallows, tell stories, or just enjoy the beauty of the starry skies above.

If you crave adventure beyond the beach, Carrabelle and its surrounding area offer a variety of activities to suit every interest. From fishing charters and kayaking to exploring nearby State Parks and nature trails and historical sites, there really is something for everyone to enjoy. If golf is your game, you will find a very challenging professional course at St. James Bay, just a 5 mile drive east of Carrabelle. One thing you can be sure of though, there will never be any crowds or traffic to deal with at Carrabelle Beach! Potential guests should be aware that those who are drawn to the typical crowded and rowdy college spring-break beach destinations will be very disappointed with the low-key nature of Carrabelle Beach and local surrounding areas.

We invite you to come and experience the awesome beach getaway that our beach house offers you and your family. With its coastal charm, modern comforts, and incredible quiet and private location, this unique vacation destination promises an unforgettable escape for your family. Book your stay today and make memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you!

Property manager

Randy
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 more twin mattresses if needed for extra kids

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Although there are enough beds for 9 individuals, there are 2 additional twin bed mattresses available for extra kids that may accompany guests.
To prevent undue wear and tear on the A/C units, and to keep utility costs in check, we ask that the 2 thermostats be kept at 72 degrees or above.
To safeguard the home when it is not rented, the home is equipped with exterior security cameras. The cameras are disabled upon our guest's arrival.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Carrabelle

Located in Carrabelle, this holiday home is on the beach. St. James Bay Golf Club and St. George Island Fishing Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Carrabelle, FL

What's nearby

  • Carrabelle Beach - 4 min walk
  • Camp Gordon Johnston Museum - 11 min walk
  • Crooked River Lighthouse - 2 min drive
  • Carrabelle History Museum - 5 min drive
  • St. James Bay Golf Club - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harry's Bar and Discount Liquors - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carrabelle Junction - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hog Wild Bar-B-Q - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Marine Street Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fisherman's Wife - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Family Cottage--Beachfront on the sugar white sands of Carrabelle Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carrabelle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Carrabelle Beach and Camp Gordon Johnston Museum. Crooked River Lighthouse and Carrabelle History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Houston B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation experience.
Property is excellent. Owners are excellent. 10 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best family vacation ever!
We started our search for a relaxing family vacation and stumbled upon this beautiful house on Carrabelle Beach. Like all VRBO listing you never know what you’re getting until you arrive…we have had some let downs. This was not the case! We showed up early and luckily got to meet the owners (Randy and Leigh). Not only were we blown away by the beauty and craftsmanship of the house but they were both very sweet down to earth people. Accommodating is an understatement! They checked in on us after they left to make sure everything was to our liking and offered up local shops and dinner spots. I can’t say enough about them as hosts but I’ll move on to the house and beach. The open floor plan downstairs makes for beautiful views of the ocean and a homely relaxing feeling like nothing I’ve experienced. The kitchen is huge with a large island and dinning room table. We never felt cramped. They also have an extra fridge/freezer in the laundry room for those crucial extra bags of ice and food overflow. Every room is large and comfortable with every furnishing you would need. All I can say about the living room is WOW! The TV and sound system are A+. After a long day in the beach and full bellies from dinner, movie night is a must! Moving outside, the outdoor shower is so nice and they have plenty of exterior water hoses to spray off all your sand gear. The walk to the beach is very easy even with a cart. Due to the response limits I’ll stop here. I would give 6 stars if I could.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful family home on the calm gulf waters
By the time we checked in I felt like I was borrowing a friend's house for our much anticipated gulf coast vacation. That's how kind and generous Randy was with information about the property and area. You can 100% trust the descriptions and pictures used in his listing and replies. Randy and Leigh share what was clearly their 2nd home with visitors now. Beautiful, well furnished and appointed home on a pristine, quiet stretch of white sand beach with gently lapping warm gulf waters protected by the barrier islands. Absolute paradise. My wife and I, 3 daughters including spouses and roommate, so 8 adults ranging from 25 - 61, the house and bedroom arrangements worked perfectly. The king bedroom and bath down is Huge and facing the gulf, the king upstairs large also with a nice balcony also facing the gulf. The two bedrooms up share a large bathroom, the queen down has a jack and Jill bath with the main living area. As others have said the absolute star of the house is the screened porch overlooking the backyard and gulf. Comfortably seating 8 at times, mornings and evenings spent reading with coffee or drinks. I love my large 12x18 screened porch at home and I was jealous. Carrabelle is a small fishing town, not a tourist destination, with a well stocked IGA grocery and a very good seafood market Millender & Sons. The house, beach and area were exactly what we were looking for. Quiet, relaxing, beach getaway for our book reading, crossword doing, beach walking family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach House!
Beautiful Beach House! Very well equipped. Very clean. Great Location. Owner communicated well and was very kind. One of the Best beach homes we have stayed in. My family will 100% be choosing this home to stay in for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
The Carrabelle beach house was an absolute gem of a place. Completely furnished w everything you could think of including things like bandaids, toothbrushes, toothpaste etc should you have forgotten something… The 30-40 yard walk to the beach was nothing to basically have a private beach. Dolphins every day, great morning view from the master BR, plenty of family space, plenty of parking and storage area. Randy was a superb host! Treated us like family! Would definitely stay again for a long weekend or family week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don't pass this one up! Beautiful Home, Peaceful Town, close to larger attractions!
We had a fantastic stay at this lovely, spacious vacation rental that was perfect for our extended family. With 8 adults and two kids (5 and 7 years old), we were seeking a destination away from the crowds, where we could easily access the beach at any time without the hassle of competing for space. This rental is located in a quiet beach town, with a local IGA grocery store just a few minutes away, making it convenient to stock up on essentials for meals throughout the week. The home itself was incredibly well-equipped with amenities for guests – it surpassed any place we've stayed before. (Seriously!)The location is ideal for anyone looking to explore larger tourist spots like St. George Island (went for dinner) or St. James (went for golf) as well as the charming historic town of Apalachicola, which we spent an afternoon visiting for its shops and eateries. All of these spots were within a 20-minute or so drive from the rental. One of my favorite parts of the home was the large, beautiful screened-in porch overlooking the ocean, where we could relax and enjoy the ocean waves at any time of day. The spacious backyard has a fire pit and is perfect for outdoor activities like cornhole or playing catch. Overall, our experience was wonderful, and we would highly recommend this spot to anyone seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions when you're feeling up for it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stupendous Spot!
This house has everything you could possibly need and probably most anything you would want. Beautifully decorated, comfy, well-supplied kitchen (pizza pans included), beach wagons that were a pleasant surprise (we had lots of kids' stuff; ) and my personal favorite, the porch area with 12 actual plants. An oasis within an oasis. Highly recommend the "White Pelican" experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

travis c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home right on the beach
Had a great week in this beautiful home. Right on the beach. Plenty of space for everyone in our group. Beach is quiet and family friendly. Host was very helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful time away
The house was beyond our expectations. We will definitely go back:)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Randy and Leigh were amazing hosts. Their attention to detail and little touches made this rental feel like home. The location is very quiet and was perfect for our group to enjoy a relaxing weekend. Great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

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