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"The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Seagrove, FL
  • Seagrove Beach East
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Downstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bunk Room and Public Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach


It's all about access... and this home has the Best of Both. If you want to explore Eastern Lake, on a kayak, or canoe, you can simply step off the porch and you are on the lake. If you want to go the Gulf, it is about 200 yards due south. A county beach access walkover leads to approximately 350' feet of county owned Public Beach. You will have to wade through the Inlet to get to the beach. It may be ankle deep some days and thigh deep on other days. Or you can use a completely dry access about 300 yards west of there. There is a public parking lot nearby to shorten your walk. We feel the most enjoyable way to get to the beach is to load up your beach gear onto the canoes and kayaks and just paddle south. Soon, you will be at Eastern Lake Inlet, one of the best beach locations in all of South Walton for children and adults to enjoy the sand, the sun, and the sea in one special place. Last, but not least, we offer a beautiful, terraced, Lakeside Swimming Pool! The pool is heated to offer a refreshing place to spend a vacation in the Fall and Winter of the year, at no extra charge.
"The Best of Both" offers two separate living spaces that are connected with interior stairs. The upstairs has its own master bedroom and master bath, as well as a full-sized guest bedroom with private bath. The upstairs also offers a full modern kitchen and the most panoramic view of the Lake and Gulf you could ever wish for. The downstairs has another master bedroom and master bath and a bunk room for the kids, which also has another bathroom. There is a queen sleeper sofa in the living area of each floor. The downstairs offers a breakfast kitchen, with an under-counter refrigerator and ice maker, as well as a microwave. The downstairs porch has a propane grill and is convenient to the Pool and walkover, which leads you to the dock. Near the shore, you will find an array of small watercraft: 6 kayaks and 2 canoes, for your use. There's an outdoor shower in the courtyard. If you venture North, the lake will take you to the backwaters of Eastern Lake, or to the "Old Florida Fish House", if it's seafood you are interested in. If you venture South, the Gulf of Mexico will greet you, as you sit yourself down on the crystal white sand, and gaze at the emerald green waters in front of you.
If paddling isn't your style, it is a two hundred yard walk to the beach, or you can rent bicycles to cruise the almost 30 miles of bike paths that are readily available nearby. Of course, shopping and activities are just down the road at Seaside, about 3 miles to the west. The Big Chill is a shopping and restaurant hub about 3 mile east, and Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach are about six miles east. Deer Lake State Park in less than 1 mile away We have parking for about six vehicles.
We also offer a separate rental apartment with 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathroom, and bunks, which is located right next door. It can be viewed at VRBO #36616 and can be rented separately if you have an extra large group.

Property manager

Nina Horn
Premier Host

Languages

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: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking! No smoking! No smoking!
No glass in pool area!

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seagrove, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Seaside Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Alys Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House & Bar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach have a pool?

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

Is "The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Best of Both" - Lakefront Gulfview with Pool and Easy Access to the Beach located?

Located in Seagrove Beach, this holiday home is steps from Eastern Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach East and Deer Lake State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Family Christmas

We absolutely loved the house and location. Can’t wait to return!!We had a wonderful family reunion with Grandparents, Great Grandparents, brothers, sisters, uncles, grandchildren…..
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Great house, beautiful views

We loved staying on the lake with close access to the beach. The kayaks and canoes were great to carry beach equipment back and forth each day and the pool was a wonderful reward after a hot day under the sun. We enjoyed views and meals from the 2nd floor deck and the lower deck by the pool was great too. The lake fishing was lots of fun for some of our youngsters. The Beachy Bean and Old Florida Fish House were a short walk away as were several other restaurants and shops. The house was comfy and big enough for our group and the air conditioners worked great! The private beach areas were a bit of a nuisance, so we would haul our beach chairs and canopy each morning (around 6:30am) via the lake to set up for the day. Otherwise, we would not have found a spot close to the water. The umbrella companies were already hard at work taking up lots of beach real estate and there was a guy protecting a portion of beach for a homeowner. The beach was very crowded, but the key is to get there early and stake out your spot. I love 30A and have been coming here for 30+ years but we'll probably go somewhere else next year for our big family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carin S.

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

Great location and property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Location was great. House was clean. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

The very best vacation

It was picture perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LuAnn B.

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

Great week with family

This location was perfect for us this year, especially since the beach was extremely rough. This home with a pool and a fishing dock made our trip extra enjoyable with the less than ideal beach conditions. The owners were fabulous to work with and were very responsive to our every need. You don't have to think twice about renting this one. It was a great experience. Thank you Nina and Garrett for your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail D.

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

Absolutely perfect

This home was perfect for our group of 7 adults and 2 kids. We had a family with young children who stayed downstairs with MaMaw and then a younger crew that stayed upstairs. The 2 living/kitchen areas were perfect. The private pool was a luxury and the short walk to the beach gave us all the options in one place. I can't recommend this lovely home more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Z.

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

Family beach trip

Kids loved the pool and kayaks, and catching crabs in trap
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charm H.

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

Truly the best of both

This is our second time staying here and it was once again fantastic. Great location and super comfortable. Great communication with owner and timely. Already booked for next summer !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Classic Seagrove

Great house with practically layout and wonderful porch. Kitchen is nicely stocked and owners are very responsive. We love the area and will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

heather g.

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

Truly the best of both!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property! Having a pool, the lake and the beach within walking distance made this vacation enjoyable for everyone! It’s a perfect property for multiple families to share - we had 2 grands, 4 adults & 4 kids & all fit comfortably. We could have used some blankets or throws as the weather was cooler at night but there were none available. We also ran out of forks after a meal in, but theey generously provided plenty of dishwasher pods in addition to many other disposable items! There’s tons of beach gear to use, and the use of the kayaks & canoes were an extra bonus. We attempted to use the paddle board but it started sinking - not sure if it’s only meant for kids or maybe something happened to it, but that did not ruin our fun! It was amazing to see how the lake changed at the gulf throughout the week - early on the water at the beach access was up to the adults thighs, and towards the end only ankle deep! Regardless you will have to wade through water to get to the beach. There is a dry access at Ramsgate but it’s a little farther down from the house. We reserved beach service through 30A shade, but upon arrival were told we technically shouldn’t be using their services as they’re only for the condos - however they did honor our reservation & placed us at the end closest to the lake in case that’s something you’re considering. Overall this was probably the best rental home we’ve stayed in & hope to return! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Fun for all with the BEST view.

This house is perfect for a large family. It really had almost everything you need. Although majority of our group drove down, it is ideal for groups flying in as you would need to bring little with you. We had 6 kids ranging from age 5-16 and the consensus was that their favorite thing was the lake and getting to learn how to kayak. There was something for everyone to do and adults could relax while easily keeping an eye on the split group swimming in the pool and those enjoying the lake. It was a quick trip to the beach. We found that loading everything into the canoe and going to the beach through the inlet was the most efficient method. We had a glitch with VRBO and didn’t receive check in information. Garrett was very responsive and helpful when we called, even with being on vacation himself. The only note for families needing to use one or both of the sleeper sofas, the one in the downstairs has broken springs so the mattress sinks through the frame on one end. We made it work by propping it, so it was still usable. You may want to consider bringing extra bedding if using the sofas. We did find two extra pillows and a sheet set in the closet. There were no extra blankets though. It worked out for us as my kids are young and bring their own favorite blankets when they travel. This house definitely had the best view we have had in any of our stays in Florida. We all gravitated to the upper deck as soon as we woke up. We definitely loved everything about our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn g.

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

Best of best family fun

A big thanks to Nina & Garret for making our vacation just perfect. They are so accommodating & the place had everything you might need. Being on the lake was great for the fishing men and kids! They provide all the toys to experience the water. Thanks so much! The Gulley family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

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

Awesome stay

Awesome view. Truly was best of both worlds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randa D.

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

Best Vacation Ever

We had the best time! We could have stayed at the house, lake, and beach and never left! So many things for all ages to do here. The pool was really an added bonus for the little ones in our group. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charm H.

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

Wonderful !

We loved the location of the house. Absolutely loved the pool, lake, and view. Very beautiful! Layout of house was good and very comfortable. The kayaks were so nice to have to take to the beach! Huge win for the kids ! My only complaint would be the outdated TVs. Would’ve loved to have smart tvs for the two main living rooms so that we could have apps or stream shows from our phone at night . Also, downstairs shower sprays water on to the floor and gets pretty soaked.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Another fantastic stay-Part 2

The Best of Both did not let us down for the second year in a row with grandkids enthusiastically wanting to come back in 2024 which is already booked. So much to do, great furnished house both inside and out. We love our travels to the beach in our canoe and kayaks. The pool and its lake view is breathtaking. The best house we’ve stayed and there have been many. Thank you to the owners for sharing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Y.

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

Nice house.

House as shown. Updated and clean and well stocked. Need to walk a ways to get to beach unless you are willing to wade knee deep. Beach was nice. Busy area. Had kayaks and canoes and owner got us enough life jackets for all. Cooked meals with ease using appliances and cookware. Fishing was not good but hit bad days probably—cool and windy week—no ones fault. Good for family of adult children and grandchildren. Pool was nice and was heated.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Macy M.

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

A great girls getaway!

We absolutely loved our stay at Best of Both! It was the perfect location with an amazing view. Most of the small towns are within walking/biking distance. The lake access was perfect, even in the cooler weather and the beach was a very short walk down the street. We had so much fun and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Tess R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We have stayed over 8 years in this exact area trying out different properties. This was definitely top 3. The pool was perfect for keeping the kids occupied from sun up to sun down. We absolutely loved having all the kayaks to use. Took all our stuff to the beach that route. Layout of the house was perfect for two families.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

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

Our second stay!

Such a great location, and so nice to have the pool there for after beach time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

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

Truly Best of Both

The anticipation of this trip was huge and the property did not disappoint. Having the Pool, Lake , and Beach option, no one was ever bored. The kids loved the kayaks and are still talking about them. Can't wait to go back next year is possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise S., Harrison ohio

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

Amazing

We had 6 adults and 5 children and Best of Both was definitely the best fit for all of us. The house is great with everything (and more) that you need for a beach vacation. Everyone loved being able to get out on the water right from our private dock. The beautiful private pool is truly one of a kind, looking right out on Eastern Lake. We loved sitting on the upper deck watching the full moon and playing games every night! Even on the rainiest of days everyone found a special nook in the house to enjoy a good book, play a game or even take a nap! We can’t wait to plan our next family vacation at Best of Both. Thank you Garrett and Nina, you truly have a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Annual Family Vacay

Loved the house! Children loved the pool and boats. Fun being on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryce W.

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

Amazing place, amazing hosts, amazing time

Can’t say enough good things about this place. The home is beautiful and we love being on the lake and being able to paddle out to the beach! So much to do and the hosts are very kind, very gracious people. I want to give it no stars just so this place stays a hidden gem just for our family LOL.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Best of Both-an Ultimate Experience

My family and I have shared many beach rentals over the last 30 years, east coast and gulf coast. The Best of Both hands down was the first rental I rebooked before we even left for the this years stay to return in 2023. The house was furnished comfortably, the kitchen was well stocked with all needed. The pool was awesome. The beauty of the lake and the many water vessels to use in the lake were a very welcome surprise. The dock was my grandkids, 3 under 10 years, favorite place for fishing. And the waterway to the beach and the beach itself was beautiful also. Taxiing to the beach via the waterway was our big adventure. Thank you to the Garrett’s for allowing us to stay in our favorite beach/lake house.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nina Horn

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Nina is a Realtor with Scenic Sotheby's International Realty and has worked all her adult life with home design and is available to help you with any real estate needs you might have. Garrett has managed his own Construction Company for the past 25 years. His parents bought a small cottage on this location on Eastern Lake in the late fifties and we are proud to share this great location with you. Garrett is also an Author and has written two books about the history of this area. "Postcards of Seagrove" and "Postcards: The Second Story" are available on Amazon and at Sundog Books in Seaside.

Why they chose this property

This is simply one of the best locations in all of South Walton. It offers a beautiful spacious beach directly south as well as all the adventures of living on Eastern Lake, and the swimming pool is just gorgeous.

What makes this property unique

In addition to the great elevation and views of the Lake and Gulf, we have a gorgeous swimming pool overlooking the lake, surrounded by wonderful trees, and a unique heritage that has been preserved through the years.

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English

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