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Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly

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Welcome to Your Beachfront Dream Vacation Spot Surfin Sea!
Located in the Beachfront Village of Shipwatch!
Plenty of Deck Space Surrounding Your Private Pool, Gas Grill and Backyard/Beach Pathway
Beautiful 8' X 20' Lap Pool With Ornate Lion Water Falls
Direct Backyard Access to the Beach Passover

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22283.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Miramar Beach, FL
  • The Emerald Sanctuary
    4 min walk
  • Miramar Beach
    7 min walk
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    8 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    17 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

2nd Floor Bunk Room With 4 Double Beds

4 Double Beds

2nd Floor Double Queen Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

2nd Floor Master King Suite With Sleeper Sofa

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3rd Floor King Suite with Attached Private Bathroom

1 King Bed

Carriage House King Bedroom with Sleeper Sofa

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly

Welcome to Surfin' Sea!

Gulf Front Updated Modern Home! Spacious Chef's Kitchen, Carriage House and Bonus Kids Lounge! Private Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly!

"Surfin' Sea" is a rare find when it comes to gulf front homes. Soak up every ounce of your vacation in this dream home; featuring crisp white, gold and black accents, tranquil vibes, an incredible views and a private courtyard pool (20' x 8'). This beautiful home, nestled into the quaint private/gated community of Shipwatch, features 5 BR, 5 BA, and sleeps 22 lucky guests.

Upon entry, guests will find the stunning open air kitchen complete with pendant lighting, ample bar and counter space and a built in seating arch for when breakfast or dinner are done. Store your groceries in the stainless steel side by side fridge or in the exposed shelving pantry area with bar space underneath. Cook up your favorite meal on the flat top stove/range with all the ease of the sink/dishwasher just behind you. If it's outdoor surf and turf you seek, the grilling station looks directly out on the Gulf of Mexico.

Enjoy the bright and tranquil living room with a gas fireplace, large flat screen TV and beach décor throughout setting the scene for relaxing and serene environment. Fold open all four panels of the panoramic door and soak up the picturesque views of the Gulf of Mexico or step out onto the open air terrace for a breeze. With all the comforts of beautiful natural lighting, this living room is the perfect place to relax after a fun filled day at the private beach. Completing this level of the home is a full hallway bathroom with walk in shower and sink.

The second floor of this home features a spacious Master King Suite with a private spa like bathroom complete with walk in shower and jetted tub. This suite has access to a private fully furnished balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. The second bedroom is perfect for kids two double-over-double bunk beds and sleeps 8. The third bedroom on this floor has 2 queen beds and views of the gulf. This floor features a full bathroom with a stand-up shower and double vanities.

The third floor of Surfin' Sea features a King Suite with a mounted flat-screen television and private bathroom with double vanities, jetted tub, and stand-up shower. Also with its own private furnished balcony, the views of the Gulf are a perfect retreat to watch the sunset!

If you're seeking peace from the wild fun of vacation, enjoy the lovely attached carriage house which features a king bed, queen sleeper sofa, a full bath and kitchenette with a living/dining area.

The 4’ picket fence and yard overlook the sugar white sand dunes. There are beautiful lounge chairs with an umbrella in the yard. The grass area facing the gulf is maintained like a Las Vegas luxury hotel with lush vegetation and privacy. Relax in your personal sanctuary overlooking the private 400’ of beach exclusively for Shipwatch houses. You are able to stroll through the gate and walk directly onto the snow white sand of the uncrowded Shipwatch beach. A full bathroom is also conveniently located on the bottom floor.

There is parking to accommodate up to 3 cars, dependent on size. There is additional parking for overflow at the beginning of the neighborhood for guests to utilize. The Shipwatch community is gated and the beach is private. It is located less than a quarter mile from a large grocery store, pharmacy, many different restaurants, and the outlet mall are all within walking distance. Once you vacation in Shipwatch, you will never want to leave!

ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:

VayKLife (Beach Equipment): You will receive up to $245 credit (based on length of stay) toward complimentary beach gear when you book this Beach Reunion home! Browse and select available gear to include paddleboards, kayaks, bikes, umbrellas and beach lounge chairs. All gear will be delivered upon arrival and picked up upon departure. Maximize your vacation time by setting up your rental equipment needs before you even leave the house!

Elevate Your Stay with Beach & Pool Games + Karaoke! Want to take your vacation up a notch? Try our brand new partnership with beach games, Giant Jenga, Kan-Jam to start and then add in your favorite pool items like floating ping pong, pool volleyball or basket ball (Additional Fee's Apply). Inquire today on how to reserve yours!

Golf Cart Rentals: Beach Reunion features a modern fleet of six passenger golf carts, all 2023 & 2024 models! Lithium Ion batteries with a 25+ mile run time on an overnight charge! It’s as easy as “Yes Please” and We’ll Charge the Card on File and Deliver by 1 PM on Check In Day! Reserve Today and Save!

Pool Heat — From October 1st - May 1st, the private pool can be heated for an additional $75/day or $525/week. Pool heat must be purchased for the entire stay.

Seasonal Beach Chair Service - Our complimentary seasonal beach service is offered from March 1st to October 31st. This includes 2 chairs and 1 umbrella set up daily on the beach from 9am-5pm.   * Set up daily starting the day after arrival *

Sojo Amenities: Beach Reunion is proud to announce our new partnership with Sojo! Each home will now include a starter supply of the following Sojo amenities:
Bathrooms: Message Body Bar, Body Lotion, Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hand/Body Bar, and Linen Spray. Kitchen: Dish Sponge, Dishwasher Tablets, Kitchen Wipes, Liquid Dish Soap, and Laundry Tablets.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

* This home rents only Saturday to Saturday during Spring Break and Summer months.*  No College/Student groups allowed. all renters must be 25 and older with the exception of children in families.

* Tents and canopies- Are not allowed on private beach due to HOA regulation

* Weddings/Events – Are not permitted at this home per HOA rules and regulations.

* Pets Are Permitted: $250/Pet, Under 25 Lbs., with a 2 pet Maximum *Please note that pets are not permitted on any of the beaches within the area. Medical services dogs only*

HOUSE LAYOUT:

First Floor

Kitchen with Breakfast Nook
Dining Area
Living Area
Full Hallway Bathroom

Second Floor (Sleeps 16)
Bunk Room featuring 4 Double/Double (Sleeps 8)
Bedroom with Two Queen Beds (Sleeps 4)
Master King Suite Featuring Large Private Bathroom and Queen Sleeper Sofa (Sleeps 4)
Full Hallway Shared Bathroom

Third Floor (Sleeps 2)
King Suite with Private Bathroom  (Sleeps 2)

Carriage House (Sleeps 4)
King Bedroom (Sleeps 2) with 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (Sleeps 2)
Kitchenette
Full Bathroom

Concierge Services

Our concierge can assist with golf, dining, water sports, fishing trips and other services prior to your visit or during your stay. Make the most of your vacation in the Panhandle!

CHECK IN 3:00 PM (CT)    |    CHECK OUT 9:00 AM (CT)

Property manager

Beach Reunion, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
25lbs or Less. Dogs Only. $250 Non-refundable Fee

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 8 min walk
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 3 min drive
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 5 min drive
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 5 min drive
  • The Village of Baytowne Wharf - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whale's Tail At Seascape - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Surf Hut - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Open Thanksgiving 2024! Updated Beach Front, Courtyard Pool, Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Miramar Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Emerald Sanctuary and Miramar Beach. Choctawhatchee Bay and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Makelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The house was absolutely amazing the beach was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Beach Vacation
This is a perfect property and house for a large group or family looking to enjoy the Emerald Coast. The management company has concise communication, is very helpful, and provide an efficient experience. The property is in a private HOA that controls the beach front giving you a unique and premium beach experience without overcrowding or having to share your comfort zone with undesirable parties. The proximity to food and grocery is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location but house needs attention!
Location is fabulous for beach access! The house was a big disappointment from others I have rented in past years. Home details: living room and patio furniture dirty and stained with one patio chair broken seat, wood floors are destroyed, towel racks and toilet paper holders were falling off the wall, one tv was broken and had to be replaced and tv streaming service continually kicked us off, freezer door would not open more than a few inches, multiple window panes are foggy and need replacing, and there was no mention that very noisy a/c or swamp coolers in bedrooms were needed to keep it cool. Some minor problems were taken care of in a timely manner, but this rental attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Destin family trip
The house is beautiful and spacious. We loved the location right on the beach. The pool was great for our grandkids after a long day at the beach. The management was very friendly & helpful. We would definitely recommend this rental
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas Vacay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Surfin Sea. The beach house is beautiful and accommodated our family of 15 very well. The location and views are absolutely gorgeous. The living room furnishings are a little tired and need updating but overall we had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Racheal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay!
Perfect location! Clean and beautiful house. Property manager was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Property was perfect. Plenty of room for 17 of us and located close to everything. Upgrades were beautiful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Renovation!
We stayed at this rental a year or so ago and enjoyed it then, but the renovations are absolutely stunning. All of the furniture is new, clean and comfortable. Mattresses were very comfortable as well. Excellent beachfront location as well as secluded private pool. 10/10 We will definitely book this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob W., Wright City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miramar Beach
Nice large house and close to most everything. Neighborhood seems mostly rentals and most of the houses are rented to families; one wasn't! Overall great property.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Donny B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home
Everything about the house... location, beach access, amenities...was beyond expectations. Unfortunately the owner was installing new roof shingles, and debris, including nails were around the property and a few in the pool as well. Manager was quick to respond about it though. Really a gem of a beach property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hodge Vacation
All good. Really enjoyed being on the beach. Couple of days there were warnings so we just did something else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Extremely clean and fantastic experience
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

E C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice but dated
Location is perfect . It is steps away from the ocean . Everything needed for cooking is in the house . They also have All the stuff you need for cleaning 🧹. Owner is nice and reponsive to text messages . The house is clean . The house needs a lot of updates . May need extra bedding for pulled out bed .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice location but needs major updates
I have waited a week to write this review to make sure my perspective wasn’t affected by emotion. We rented this property for a vacation with kids and grandkids as a “bucket list” item for my wife. The cost of the rental was a little high for us but we wanted to have a house on the beach. First, Beach Reunion is a top flight host and I couldn’t ask for better communication and assistance. There is a lot of good with this property, but also major drawbacks for this price range of property. When we arrived, we noticed the cooktop on the stove was hot although the controls were all set to off. On some occasions, the cooktop wouldn’t work. We called for assistance and when the maintenance man inspected the stove, he said the control panel was faulty and he would have to see if the owner wanted to replace or not. He suggested we unplug the stove when unused and plug in when in use - of course that was not convenient. My wife and I stayed in the Carriage House and it had a moldy, musty smell our entire stay. The toilet in our room had to be plunged regularly as it clogged often. All bathrooms are in major need of an update as is the kitchen. The refrigerator was much too small for our group of 14. During our stay, there was a hard rain one day that resulted in a major roof leak that left puddles of water in the hallways. Lastly, the pool had no cleaning sweep and no one came to clean it so leaves and berries from overhanging bushes fell in the pool. The good news is the location of the property is incredible. Beautiful views and great access to the beach. My review of this property would not be so harsh but for the price of this rental. When you pay the cost of a small car for one week, you expect the rental unit to be top notch - this property is far from that - but the location and views can’t be beat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

dale r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property manager was excellent and responded quickly to our concerns
It was a great location and a great layout for our family. However, the kitchen is in need of an update. It was well stocked but the appliances need to be replaced. Overall, it was a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Beautiful property and great location! I would stay here again if I was back in the area. There were a couple little issues that arose while I was there but the property manager was extremely helpful and kind and tried to resolve them very quickly, even offering to come by herself after hours if need be. We just stopped by their office instead because it was only a couple blocks away. But she texted to keep in touch so I really appreciated the great communication. The beach here was amazing. It wasn’t too crowded like the more public beaches and the deck from the top two stories of the home gave great opportunities for watching the sunsets and sunrises. Plenty of dishes and cookware to be able to make meals at the house, though we ate out the majority of the time. The gated community felt extremely safe and was beautiful on top of that.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and property
We loved the house and location. Perfect for our friends and family. Thank you for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Great house, lots of room, awesome location, walk out the back deck to the beach !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome views
The view was incredible. The house could use a little update, maybe a new washer & dryer. But overall our experience was great. Loved the privacy. The beach was never to overcrowded. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

james g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
We loved every minute and will hopefully be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Vikki K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Location-great Functionality-great Needs updates Could have been cleaner
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Sheri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Destin trip
We had a great time but the property was very dated and needs a lot of work. 3rd floor balcony door would not open. Lamp side table was stripped of plug. Faucets in third floor bathroom broken. Washing machine leaked water to outside. Breakers kept flipping. Patio furniture dated or broken. Even with all that it was a great location And we had room galore. Overall it was a great vacation and much needed for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
We had a great time at this property and everyone really enjoyed our stay. The location being right on the beach was very convenient to just walk right out the back tot he beautiful white sand beach. We had plenty of room and the older boys really enjoyed having thier own little house and the adults actually enjoyed being able to sleep without hearing them at night. :) Only negative and it really didn't bother us was the house needs to have someoIn the end we had a great time. Thanks, Eric
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Brooke H., Jackson, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a good stay!
We had some issues with a leaking ceiling but other than that, we had an amazing trip and you just can’t beat this location for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Gina D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very dated
I did not mind the property being somewhat dated in appearance, however, The kitchen was unacceptable! We had to go buy a couple of pans because I did not want to use their scratched Teflon pans. Not only did food stick to them but that is extremely unhealthy! Basic things, such as a cutting board, we’re missing. That being said, it is the best location on the beach, with direct access! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Beach Reunion, LLC

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Beach Reunion has been managing vacation rentals on the Emerald Coast for over sixteen years. We specialize in large luxury beach homes sleeping 14 to 30 people. We are a boutique business with vacation rentals primarily along Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach, Florida. We also have a coastal collection of smaller homes and a group of gulf front condos.
Our homes are located in Frangista Beach, Destiny East, Destiny West, Destiny by the Sea, Emerald Waters, Shipwatch, Crystal Beach and other prestigious neighborhoods. Many are Gulf Front homes directly on Scenic Gulf Dr.
Our collection of large homes feature beautiful swimming pools, summer kitchens, media rooms, custom bunk rooms and king suites with private bathrooms. Our guests come year after year for family reunions, golfing trips, weddings, and corporate groups. Our amenities include golf cart rentals, beach chair services as well as our concierge services for golf, dining and wedding planning.
In 2018, we entertained over 15,000 guests in our 40 properties and over 100 weddings. Many of our guests have been staying with us year after year for five to ten years and rent different homes in our program as we build, upgrade and add new properties.
Our goal is to provide superior service due to our limited geographical area and upscale properties. We strive not to be the biggest but the BEST! We deliver a vacation experience that keeps guests returning and creating memorable experiences. As our motto says;
“Creating Traditions Year After Year.”

What makes this property unique

Surfin' is located just steps from the beach and across the street from restaurants, pharmacy, grocery store, and much more.

Languages:

English

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