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Once Upon a Tide: Beachfront Townhome, Chef's Kitchen!

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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Navarre, FL
  • Navarre Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Navarre Beach Marine Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Navarre Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Once Upon a Tide: Beachfront Townhome, Chef's Kitchen!

Introducing Once Upon A Tide, a direct beachfront townhouse that has quickly become a guest favorite since joining the rental market in 2021. This stunning property offers a unique three-level layout, perfect for large groups or families, and it boasts spectacular Gulf of America views right from your back door. Plus, the convenience of a private elevator from the ground floor to all levels ensures easy access to every part of this spacious home.

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy some fun beach activities, this home is designed to provide an unforgettable stay.
Spacious, Chef-Inspired Kitchen and Comfortable Living Areas
The main level of this home is all about comfort and functionality. It features a huge chef's designer kitchen, fully renovated with updated appliances, granite countertops, and a spacious island with ample counter space. Whether you’re cooking up a family meal or preparing snacks for the beach, this kitchen has everything you need.

There’s also a living area with a new sectional couch, a queen sleeper sofa, and a smart flat-screen TV for entertainment.
Also on this level is a double queen bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, perfect for guests who prefer more privacy.
Gulf Front Master Suite
Additional Bedrooms
Upstairs, you’ll find the Gulf front master bedroom, featuring a king-sized bed, a renovated en-suite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a small private Gulf-front deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee with a stunning view. In addition, part of the master closet has been creatively converted into two built-in twin bunk beds, offering additional sleeping space for the kids or extra guests.
The back bedroom on this floor has a queen bed, its own private bathroom, and a washer/dryer conveniently located in the hallway between the two bedrooms.

Ground-Level Suite with Full Kitchen and Beach Access
The ground level may just be the most enticing part of this home. This level features a complete suite with a second kitchen, laundry, a full bathroom, and a king-sized bedroom for added privacy. The ground level also boasts stunning views of the Gulf and the dunes, with direct access to the beach boardwalk. From here, it’s just a short walk down to the sand for a day of beach fun.
Perfect for Groups and Families
This property is perfect for large families or groups, with ample space for up to 14 guests. The thoughtful layout ensures that everyone has their own space while still being able to gather in the open-concept main living areas. Whether you’re spending the day on the beach or enjoying the beautiful Gulf views from one of the many decks, Once Upon A Tide is sure to make your vacation unforgettable.

Extra Amenities for Beach Fun
As a guest of Once Upon A Tide, you’ll have access to several beach essentials, including 1 kayak with 2 life vests, 8 beach chairs, and 4 umbrellas with a wagon for easy transport to and from the beach.

Pet-Friendly with Approval
For those traveling with pets, Once Upon A Tide is pet-friendly with prior approval. Non-shedding dogs are welcome for a $200 pet fee per pet, with a maximum of 2 pets. Pets must be friendly and non-aggressive, and if excessive cleaning is required due to pet activity, additional cleaning fees will apply. Please note that if a pet is found on the property without prior approval, a $500 charge per pet will be applied for extra cleaning and flea treatment.

Reserve your dates today for the ultimate beachfront getaway at Once Upon A Tide! This property is in high demand, especially during peak seasons, so don’t wait to secure your stay.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Navarre Beach. Features include a water park. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Steps from Navarre Beach and a 3-minute drive from Opal Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. This vacation home also features barbecue grills and an elevator.

Property manager

Gulf Coast Getaways

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

4BR/4BA Direct Beach Front Town House - New on Market! Navarre
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Once Upon a Tide: Beachfront Townhome, Chef's Kitchen! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

lynn w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, but only comes with "starter" supplies
I recently stayed at this VRBO and was surprised to receive a “what to pack” email from management —after booking—that basic necessities like toilet paper, trash bags for the kitchen trashcans, and dishwasher pods for the dishwasher were not included beyond a small starter supply. I believe this information should be disclosed before booking, not after, and when booking VRBO’s in the future, I will prioritize homes where the nightly rate includes these items. These small additions would cost very little compared to the rental price but would make a big difference for guests, particularly those flying in who can’t easily bring household items with them. That said, the house itself was great—comfortable, well-furnished, and conveniently close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Once upon a a Time
Fun trip to Navarre Beach. Good food nearby and a great beach
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Beautiful trip to Navarre
Yearly trip to the beach with kids, spouses and grandkids. Debbie missed us so the weeks weather was almost perfect. Accommodations were great with beach front access. Older unit but served the purpose and the elevator was a saving grace as I have recently had knee replacement surgery.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect spot
A great place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
We loved the house. It was perfect for everyone especially the ones that couldn't do stairs. The house furnished with everything we needed. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer L., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gulf-front location
Perfect for the 4 of us. Each bedroom had its own full bath. Good layout. Full, well-stocked kitchen(s). Seemed like it was recently remodeled. Nice furnishings, etc. Great access to the beach. Great view of the water. Elevator was very helpful for a couple guests with mobility issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Did not disappoint!
We enjoyed our stay very much! This townhouse is amazing and it’s proximity to the water can’t be beat. Everything was very clean, updated and kitchen is well stocked if you choose to cook. Even found a good amount of shells which is not always the case on Navarre. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Shyamkumar N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location .Right on the beach ,Friends and family loved this location .
The location is beautiful We enjoyed every day of stay .Kids and Adults both enjoyed the lovely time we had and it takes only 10 seconds to reach the beach .This is Amazing!!! The bedrooms are good ,clean and nothing to complain. Overall we enjoyed the stay .
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house great location to the beach
Very easy process
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family
We loved the location of the property! Quiet, clean and had everything we needed for our stay! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Great experience with property management. Quick response to a small maintenance request. The townhouse was wonderfully stocked. Nicely decorated. Perfectly located. The boardwalk to the beach was right outside the 2nd level doors. The walls are well insulated because we did not ever hear our neighbors. We stayed in the third townhouse of four. Very quiet. The elevator was a very nice touch. The two sets of washers and dryers , one on the first level and the second set on the third level was very useful. All in all it was a fantastic place to stay. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B., Des Peres

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome rental!
The townhome was awesome and included a lot of extra touches that were appreciated, such as the swing faucet by the stove to fill pasta pans and luxurious showers! I also enjoyed cooking on the outdoor griddle. We also loved the free-standing freezer in the kitchen and the additional downstairs suite. The only thing that could have been improved was minor; we had a large group and there were few utensils for cooking for large crowds and few glasses for alcoholic beverages (wine/champagne glasses) . I purchased a stock pot for pasta, champagne and wine glasses and left them as we will be looking into availability for next year! Very happy with everything!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great property! Great beach! Any issues were resolved quickly :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation getaway
Great, clean town home located directly on beach. Lots of room for family of 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany g., Lagrange

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views and a kitchen for entertaining large families
We really enjoyed our stay in Navarre beach and we will definitely be back. The unit was clean and the kitchen was fully stocked with utensils and equipment to get the job done. Beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Family
We had an amazing stay at the beach and everything about the property was great. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Wonderful place. Beautiful location and view. Lots of space for all 10 of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine E., Rumsey, Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply georgous
Here with a party of 13. Six adults and 7 kids under 8. Loved this unit. Highly recommend. The elevator...thank goodness. Was well utilized. Just an overall beautiful condo. Loved our separate space on 1st floor. Beach access and view just breathtaking. I will definately return. Well pleased.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great dog-friendly place to stay on the beach
This is beach front. Even though the walkway is shared with all units, it is very quiet even with huge families staying next door. The beach has beautiful powdery sand, but the shore is angled, so no great for long walks on the beach. The water is clear and warm. The elevator is amazing for your dog and groceries. Be careful with the auto-locking doors. It is easy to get locked out. The room with a kitchen on the first floor is nice and spacious. It has its own fridge, coffeemaker, washer/dryer and seating area. It had a wall mount ac, so it never gets real cold. On the main level, the kitchen is well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots, pans, etc (could use more coffee cups). There are 2 ovens and a stand alone freezer. The coffee maker is a drip, not a keurig. Instacart delivers from Publix there. The couch is comfy, but bring sheets to cover it if your dog sheds because it is not leather. The dining room has 11 seats but it is a little tight if you have a big group. The internet is great at this place. I worked all week and my husband streamed TV. Also, the house was super clean and management company was very communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have been better.. Good communication with staff at all times.
I had requested maybe a little earlier check in because of traveling a long distance with one member suffering from cancer and chemo. They honored that, plus everything was as advertised and more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikki N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
This place was right on the beach. It was very nice place to stay and I would stay there again matter of fact we stayed an extra night. Had a few issues with the elevator but nothing that was hard to fix. Other than that, enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location - Perfect stay
Filled this house up with family & friends for our son's 30th birthday party bash. Lots of great kitchen space for cooking and lots of space to chill and hang out. Can not beat the views of the wonderful beach and sunset either!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

maeghan b.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach with family and friends
The property was nice in size. Although, it felt a little cramped in the dining room area with 10 people all making dinner and hanging out. The couch was amazing and fit everyone! Loved the pier going straight to the beach- perfect! Elevator was a huge plus for groceries and going to the bottom floor. Overall, we had a great time and would stay again! Thanks so much
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family
This townhouse is really nice and great for a large group. Property Owners went the extra step in providing several beach chairs and extra umbrellas. My family really enjoyed the elevator inside the home taking luggage and groceries to each floor. Even though this townhome is connected to other townhouses you don’t hear the other groups staying next to you. Highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heath S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Bit of Heaven
Great place to stay. The location was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021