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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sanat Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Beach
    7 min walk
  • Santa Rosa Beach
    14 min walk
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
    14 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    26 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

The Gulf Pearl on 30A

"The Gulf Pearl on 30A" is an Exquisite Upscale Beach Vacation Destination! New to the Vacation Rental market and built in 2021, this property is located off Scenic Hwy 30A, only .2 of a mile to the beach! The beach access is a quick 5 minute walk or 2 minute golf cart ride!

There are three public beach entrances close by, and numerous popular restaurants within minutes of the property, such as Shunk Gulley, The Perfect Pig, The Vue, Pizza By the Sea, Stinky's, Elmo's and Sunrise Coffee. This is a premier location, off Scenic Hwy 30A with the Timpoochee Trail, perfect for walking, jogging, and biking, and convenient to Blue Mountain Beach, Watercolor, Seaside, Destin, Sandestin/Miramar Beach, and Panama City Beach!

The foyer has a phenomenal cypress ceiling and they interior includes amazing finishes! The expansive master suite on the main includes a King bed and spa bath with soaking tub and large walk-in shower with tile panels, quartz double vanity and large walk-in closet! There is a guest room on the main with a Queen bed, and an ensuite bath, a convenient half bath is located in the hallway, which also includes a large laundry room with access to the garage outfitted with a Ping Pong Table, and plenty of beach toys!

The gourmet kitchen will please the most discerning chefs, with professional grade appliances, including a 6-burner gas cooktop with griddle, custom cypress ventahood, oversized island with granite counters, outfitted with everything you should need to make a light lunch or a 5-course gourmet meal. The kitchen opens to both the dining room and the expansive living area. Reconnect and relax with your family/friends in the large living area with ample seating, or watch the 75" Tv (one of 8 Tv's). Open up the living room wall to the outside deck by sliding the large sliding glass doors, and enjoy the outside lounge area, gas grill (convenient to the kitchen) and the exterior table overlooking the inviting pool. NOTE: Pool Heating during Oct-Mar is $50 per day.

This amazing beach house continues upstairs to the kid's lounge and snack bar with microwave and mini fridge. The kid's lounge includes a large Tv, bean bag chairs, family games and a couch. The custom bunk room includes two (2) Queen beds, and two (2) XL Twin Bunks, two (2) Tv's, ensuite bath, and ample room for the kids to enjoy. There is also a large guest room with a King bed and ensuite bath, plus large walk-in closet!

This property is a vacation destination in itself. Located just minutes to the beach, whether it is the glistening white sugar sands and the emerald waters, or the beautiful afternoon sunsets you enjoy, this magnificent home is close enough in proximity to the beach that you can enjoy it as often as you like. This property is also close to all of the activities, such as paddle boarding, fishing, biking, visiting Tops'l State Park just minutes away or simply sunbathing on the beach. Santa Rosa Beach is one of the world's most beautiful beaches, and this luxury beach estate property "The Gulf Pearl on 30A" is one of the most spectacular vacation homes in the area. Once you stay, you will want to come back year after year. It is absolute paradise.

IMPORTANT PRIOR TO ARRIVAL: All guests shall be required to sign a Guest Rental Agreement directly with Vacation at its Finest as well as provide a valid government issued ID such as a driver’s license or passport, for verification of age and identity. This home offers a golf cart, the guest shall sign a Golf Cart addendum and the minimum age to drive is 21 with a valid driver's license. No Exceptions.

Property manager

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English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sirens at the Beach and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like golfing.
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Sanat Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Beach - 7 min walk
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 14 min walk
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 14 min walk
  • Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪South Of Philly - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Gulf Pearl on 30A have a pool?

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

Is The Gulf Pearl on 30A pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gulf Pearl on 30A?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gulf Pearl on 30A?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gulf Pearl on 30A located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

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9.8/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Johnny P.

Beautiful spacious home
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our original rental was being renovated and wasn’t ready yet so we were offered this home instead. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Getaway
This beach home was perfect. Great proximity to the beach, the private pool was the perfect size. The home was equipped with anything you needed. Our kids loved the bunk room and the upstairs loft. It was nice they had their own space. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ainsley d.

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Beautiful!!
100% would recommend this beautiful home to any group or family. The layout of the house was perfect for our group and any group or family. The beach was a 2 minute golf cart ride max and really could just be walked. The property had so many beach chairs, beach toys, coolers and anything else you could possibly need for the beach.I have nothing but great things to say about this house and will definitely be looking into it next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

hung h.

30a beach vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would like to say that this house has created a memory for my family and I. The house had everything we had wished for. The kitchen was fully stocked. We cooked so many meals during our stay with that big gas range. The pool was nice to have also. The garage was stocked with beach essentials and more. The location was a plus, it was close to everything. The management were very helpful when we needed anything. We will be back soon .
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10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Family Vacation 2024
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: The house is beautiful and has everything you need for a family vacation. The rooms are clean and spacious, and there is plenty of beach gear. The golf cart is an added benefit getting around 30A. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Beautiful home
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 had a wonderful family vacation at The Gulf Pearl on 30A. The kitchen was well equipped for any cooking needs. We didn’t use the grill but it looks like it would be great. There was so many beach accessories in the garage. There were at least 12 beach chairs, buckets for sand, water guns to play on the beach, multiple boogie boards, and more. There is a ping pong table in the garage along with a large golf cart. This house is well accommodating along with the property management company. Any questions we had were immediately answered. The beach access is a walkable distance or a short golf cart/vehicle drive away. The pool has a ledge at one end and stairs at the other. It was approximately 5’ at the deepest. The kids loved it in our party. There’s nothing negative we could say about this experience.

10/10 Excellent

Allissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning House Walkable to the Beach
This house was gorgeous and perfect for a large group of adults (would also be great for families). It was also huge and spacious, the pictures did NOT do the size of it justice! We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay again. Also, they had EVERYTHING you could possibly need for the beach - 12+ chairs, coolers, toys for kids, umbrellas, etc. I HIGHLY encourage the owners to add a picture of the garage where they store it all in because we wished we didn't bring our own chairs/stuff - would have saved us so much room in the car. The golf cart was perfect for transporting all our gear to the beach and the house was a 5min walk. Thanks again for an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill V.

The Gulf Pearl A Spacious Elegant Paradise
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: The Gulf Pearl exceeded our expectations! From the gourmet kitchen to the private pool, this property is spectacular! Beautiful beaches were two minutes away! We highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a relaxing vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

K D.

Stunning home!!!😍
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: This house exceeded our expectations!! We have stayed in a number of luxury rentals (usually in Watercolor), but were late to book this year and decided to try something different: so glad we did! House has tons of beach chairs/toys, games, pool is stunning and kids enjoyed it more than the beach! Management was awesome and quick to respond. Our groceries were delivered before we arrived and they were so kind to bring them in and place inside fridge! Highly recommended this home -5 stars!
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10/10 Excellent

FANTASTIC VACATION HOME!!
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: This house is immaculate! Includes all amenities needed while on vacation. Access to a 6-person golf cart was great! So close to the beach and fantastic restaurants. The management company was available to contact if needed with a quick response. I would absolutely recommend this home for a vacation!

8/10 Good

Chris C.

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Construction
House is really nice! Location good, a lot of construction going on across the street making it difficult to come and go. Warning family with small children or older adults the stairs are really steep. Pool awesome needs a little shade area is all. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Beth C., Watkinsville, USA

THE PERFECT Vacation!
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: The level driveway made it so easy to unload all our bags into the house. The younger ones enjoyed the Golf cart rides to listen to music at Stinky's. We have been coming to SRB since 2008 and this is by far the best layout we have ever stayed in. The kitchen has everything you need. We really enjoyed the ice machine and griddle. Front porch rocking chairs are so comfortable for relaxing. The ABSOLUTE BEST BEDS any of us have ever slept on. We definitely all felt rested up! The Pool is the perfect size to enjoy cooling off with the private back yard. We will most definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Joneva B., Yukon

Perfect Family Vacation!
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: The Gulf Pearl was everything we had hoped it would be! Plenty of room for our extended family (5 adults and 1 child). Beautiful "new" coastal home, impeccably decorated. Every convenience you may need. We cooked out on the grill twice and ate on the deck overlooking the pool. Huge kitchen with large pantry, gas stove, 2-drawer dishwasher, and French door refrigerator. Large laundry room with washer and dryer and sink. New golf cart that seats 6 people. Plenty of beach chairs, umbrella, toys, and ice chest. Walking distance (10 min) or short drive (2 min) to beach access. White sand beach with clear blue water was never crowded. Plenty of restaurants to choose from. Walmart 10 min away, however, very busy on Memorial Day weekend. Management was a phone call away, but had everything we needed (except beach towels which we purchased and left for the next guests--hopefully they are still there!). Ping pong table and games and puzzles. Highly recommend! You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

Amazing Property
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: This property has everything you need and is so beautiful! Conveniently located close to the beach but not too close so things are quiet when at the house. The property Manager was awesome to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce F., MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at Dune Drive
Home was as described and having the pool heated was fabulous for the little ones! When I couldn’t figure out the beach access, Lisa offered to guide me there - that’s service! Home had everything needed but I would suggest some plastic glasses and dishes for eating outside on deck and patio around pool. Would rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

beckie h.

Would stay again!
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: What a beautiful house to stay in! We spent a week at this property and the house accommodated 4 adults and 6 children very well. I could not get over how immaculate everything was upon arrival and it was evident there is an incredible cleaning of the property between guests. The house has a great layout with the kitchen being the star of the show. We barely went out to eat because the kitchen has everything you need to cook in. A grocery store and other conveniences are not far away at all. The covered patio with grill was such a great feature for getting the family to eat on pool days and the shallow sun shelf in the pool is a great feature for kids. This house stands out to me above others in the area for a few reasons: while other rental companies will provide samples, they'll require you to bring your own dish soap, laundry detergent, kitchen trash bags, toilet paper, etc., but this property had those items on hand for use. The golf cart being included for use was a total bonus too and made runs to the beach quick and easy. The beds were comfortable and pillows were provided in a few styles for those that like thicker vs thinner which I appreciated. Bedding was clean and comfortable. The only hiccup worth mentioning was the communication prior to my stay. I received emailed receipts for my payments promptly, but had to email a request for my confirmation and then again my arrival instructions as I received none. The arrival instructions email that provided the code to get into the house had an error in the code (too many numbers) so getting into the house was frustrating as 10 of us stood on the porch with bags after a 15 hour drive and a code that did not work. Overall this stay was delightful and I can definitely see booking to stay at this house again happily.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
The house is even more beautiful then the pictures. It was very clean, large and in a great location. Loved the kitchen! Lisa was very easy to get ahold of and always check to see if we needed anything. Definitely will rent this house again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sanita P.

Fantastic Family Fun
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: The Gulf Pearl was AMAZING. This house encourages family fun, from the pool to the pingpong table! We celebrated my mom's 80th birthday and Christmas with our extended family. Lisa and her property management team were responsive to our requests and provided thoughtful extras without us even asking! Lisa also recommended The Chef's Table and Deli (/). Justin, the chef, and the owner came onsite to prepare a fantastic catered birthday lunch. The Harvest Salad had even my husband, who usually grumbles when I mention salad, asking for more! While the house is within walking distance of the beach, it is nestled in a neighborhood away from the noise and traffic. The home was luxurious and clean. There was enough room to spread out when we needed downtime and come together for dancing and celebrations. I would definitely stay at this house again.

10/10 Excellent

Bailey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
This house could not have been more perfect for our weekend girls trip! There was more than enough room for the twelve of us. We loved every aspect of the house- the private backyard/pool, the brand new golf cart, the two minute commute to the public beach access, the ice maker, ect. I could go! This house has it all! We even booked our trip back for next summer during our stay. Lisa and her team were so incredibly kind and helpful, she quickly responded to all of our messages and picked up on the first ring when we needed help accessing the house. If you are looking for the absolute perfect get away, look no further. This house made our stay in Destin a dream!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend!
I can't say enough good things about this property! The house was gorgeous! The day we arrived, we were greeted by the property manager. She was so friendly and made sure the house was ready for us and that we didn't need anything. The spacious kitchen was perfect for our big group! We had plenty of room to move around. We LOVED having a separate ice maker! It was great for icing down our coolers when heading to the beach. The large stovetop and griddle gave us plenty of burners to cook a big meal for our group of 11 people! The beds were so comfy! We all slept so well. The bunk room was perfect for our kids! They loved having their own microwave and mini fridge! The pool out back was a great way to enjoy time in the water without being at the beach. It was so clean and just the right size! Our favorite part was the fact that it was within walking distance to the beach! We had a brand new golf cart which we did use, but some of us loved that we could walk there! If you are looking for a house to rent, this is it!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

katrina d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacay
The house was amazing!!!!! Having a private pool was amazing!!!! Bathroom and kitchen was stocked with quality items!! Beach was located two streets over!!!! Well worth the price!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation Home
The was one of the best properties with a great location. The house was bright, new and clean. Quick walk to the beach and a great addition was the golf cart to take things back and forth. The house had everything needed, chairs , water floats, water runs, and more. The pool was great fun for the family as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

4th of July Stay 2022
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: This house was absolutely perfect and gorgeous. The property management team was very helpful in making sure we had everything that we need. I highly recommend and we will be staying again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keely M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best beach house we’ve ever rented!!!
Seriously can’t say enough good things about this house + our experience. It was spacious and beautiful. They thought of everything for use. Each bathroom was stocked with things one may forget. The kitchen was stocked with things you need right away but may not have brought with you. The kitchen was out of a magazine. It was beautiful. The closets are huge which is a plus for pack n plays and still airy enough you don’t have to worry. The golf cart made it easy for us to navigate three families with babies getting to and from the beach + getting food Togo. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing rental!
This house exceeded our expectations! Beautiful house inside and out. Backyard is spacious with pool and a patio overlooking it all. Kids all loved the bunk room. The kitchen was gorgeous with lots of room for cooking and hanging out. The 6 seater golf cart was loved by everyone and was a tremendous help taking people back and forth to the beach. We will definitely be back and miss it already!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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