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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
On the beach, beach towels
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Alligator Point, FL
  • Public Beach Access
    1 min walk
  • Alligator Point Beach
    3 min drive
  • Bald Point State Park
    18 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.

"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8

New management and renovated just in time for 2021 Beach season! Custom Built for family and relaxation, this private spacious home features amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico and Alligator Bay in a private one acre compound away from the crowds. Pull on to the property through the gated entrance and escape the crowds you find at other beaches. The grounds are planted with citrus trees and a huge lawn leads you to your own 100' private white sand beach. Take the private elevator or ascend the front steps to a massive deck and pergola to relax and enjoy 4 seasons outdoor dining or take in the sound of the ocean just steps away. The interior features floor to ceiling tongue and groove walls giving it the Old Florida charm. The main living space is an open concept layout with a spacious, fully appointed kitchen that opens to the family room with a large island, wet bar, and huge pantry/laundry room. Immediately off the Family room, find a cozy screen porch to relax and watch the dolphins at sunset. The master features a Comfortaire king bed and private bathroom en suite with private access to the screened porch. The views only get better in the second spacious private bedroom with a comfortaire king bed. The third bedroom will be a favorite with the kids or grandkids with two queens and a Roku TV. Outside you'll find a private outdoor shower to wash off the sand after a long day at the beach, a screened rec room for beach games, and corn hole for the kids. There is tons of storage for all your beach toys and fishing gear. There's even a cleaning station for your catch. This is the vacation location you've been looking for to start or continue the family tradition away from the hustle and crowds, but close to amazing seafood and restaurants.

Need multiple houses for large group or you can't find the dates you are looking for, check out our other VRBO listings The Blue Heron (7bd/5bath sleeps 20) and The White Pelican (3bd/2 bath sleeps 7)

**Partial Photos posted March 7th, 2021. More to come...
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Public Beach Access. Features include an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Steps from Public Beach Access and a 3-minute drive from Alligator Point Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Chip Cordell/Josh Simmons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Golf on site
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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.

"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lewis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
About the house and the host...
We arrived, got inside easily, loved the place. Cometh then the hurricane. Josh urged us to leave, told us why, and later refunded us the 3 days lost. I almost told him to keep it in exchange for a future stay but we'll take the money and pay it back to him if we're fortunate enough to get back there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Lovely spot to w as the dolphins, sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach Home!
We had a wonderful stay at Alligator Point! The house was beautiful, kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed and the fish cleaning station was a great bonus for our family that loves to fish on the beach. This is our third trip to Alligator Point and it’s always a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean spot!
Will stay here again! The elevator didn’t work which was a bummer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The property was the perfect getaway. It was clean and spacious. The screened porch was perfect for the evening sunset. The owners had all of our basic needs to be comfortable. The personal elevator was very helpful in moving our luggage to the main floor. Thank you for allowing our family the opportunity to stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousins Getaway
We really enjoyed our “long “ weekend at Shifting Sands even though it rained the entire weekend. The screen porch and the view from the living room area were wonderful. The kitchen was well equipped and having two refrigerators was nice. The elevator was certainly a bonus for us as we were a group of women 60-74 years old. We will certainly return as a group or with our families.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre-Thanksgiving fun at the beach
Family of five brought Gram and Grand dad to Alligator Point for some R & R. We enjoyed our stay so much here! I visit AP often but this was my first stay at this house. Very clean, comfy beds. The view from the house to the beach was spectacular! There was a little leak in the basement, which did not affect us at all, and it was fixed quickly. Management was very responsive and helpful. I can't wait to book again next year. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Very pleased! The house was so clean! Loved the view of the beach from the house. Kitchen was well equipped and loved the huge island and bar stools. I have no negative comments. Already planning the next trip there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P., Double Springs, AL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation is priority
If you are looking to get to the beach but want to get away from all the crowds - this is the place. Our views were spectacular and my husband could fish from the beach all day long, undisturbed if he chose to. The house was extremely clean and had great views of the water! It is very comfortable and has great decks outside to observe all the wildlife (we especially enjoyed seeing the porpoises (or was it dolphins - we still debated that). The kitchen had everything you need to cook meals and we took advantage of that. Josh was available anytime we called to answer questions and that was very much appreciated. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Perfect quiet location with lots of natural beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Last summer getaway
The house was great! We enjoyed staying there very much! We look forward to another visit !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
great home for family
Amazing views. Residential neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bimbo B., North Georgia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Had Not Been To Alligator Point In Over 25 Years ...
We used to vacation at Alligator Point when our kids were young. We had not been in a long, long time. Our daughter and son-in-law wanted their kids to experience a "no frills" beach vacation. We stayed a "Shifting Sands" and our experience was WONDERFUL. The house was fantastic and dealing with "Josh" was a very enjoyable, professional, and pleasant experience. The dryer had quit working during the cleaning process from the previous guest. This was communicated to us promptly and the dryer was replaced in two days. Not an issue - at all. Our grands loved playing on the beach, fishing, and finding all the shells. We have made our reservation for next year. Thanks for everything Josh.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bradley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, quiet beach vacation
The house is very spacious (exactly as pictured...no wide angle lens tricks used here). We loved the huge living area with open kitchen overlooking the beach. We spent a lot of time on the screened porch taking in the view and sounds of the ocean. There is a new deck on the back (not yet pictured that is nicely done). The beach was very private and quiet. Beach access is very easy with straight walk from the back of the house. As others have noted, Alligator Point is pretty remote so make sure to have everything you need (groceries, drinking water) with you when you arrive. There was a small convenience store about 15 minutes away but the nearest decent grocery store is at least 30 minutes away. Overall, the house is well maintained with some nice upgrades (nice bathrooms, huge kitchen, plenty of outside deck areas to hang out). I took particular notice of how clean the decks were and the exterior of the home seems to get a regular washing since there was virtually no dirt/dust on the decks or railings. There was some construction debris on the ground around the outside of the house and the outdoor shower had a broken light bulb hanging from an exposed wire that made us a bit nervous to have kids walking around. There also appeared to be mold growing on the ceiling of one of the bedroom closets so we mostly stayed out of that room. This is a great place to come to simply enjoy the views and the house (but be advised not much else to do nearby).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candler W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best week ever!
Despite the rain and all the thunderstorms we had a wonderful time at Shifting Sands. Super clean, big open floor plan and the best views from all the windows in the living room. Josh is great to communicate with and gets back with you super fast! I would 100000 % Recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine S., Clinton, united states

Liked: Cleanliness
Shifting Sands the perfect vacation!
Shifting Sands is exactly how it is pictured. Loved the screened in porch! If we are ever back down this way we will defiantly book with Josh again. Josh is very communitive and easy to reach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The house is very well located, the view is spectacular, it is very nicely decorated and comfortable. I would definitely comeback.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shifting Sands/Alligator Point
The property manager/owner was completely helpful and kind. Couldn't have asked for better. VRBO however, left something to be desired.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful, well maintained property in a great location for a beach vacation.
Overall great experience. Great communication, easy check in, property is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect beach home
This home was perfect for our family’s spring break! The home was very well equipped, clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The proximity to the beach and quiet neighborhood provided a wonderful atmosphere. We loved it and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
No thankd
Good
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve already booked for next year.
This place is clean, roomy and comfortable. We cooked fresh meals each day in the full kitchen. The views are spectacular. We watched dolphins everyday. Beautiful biking & hiking trails. Josh is super nice. We’ve already booked for next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie i., Manitoba, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing trip
Shifting Sands is a comfortable, relaxing, beautiful property. So many positives for this property! It is very quiet with a sense of privacy. The area feels safe. The beds are comfortable. The decks are perfect. The beach is lovely - the sand is soft, the waves are perfect and the shells are plentiful and huge! It is a swimmable beach - sand all the way out, but not crystal clear water. Josh has provided plenty of chairs and sand toys. We got to know Josh as they were building a new deck during our stay - We greatly appreciated his attention to detail and concern for our experience at his property. He replied to any questions quickly and made our vacation even more enjoyable. I would not hesitate to stay there again. Josh has other properties that are amazing. Give him a call! Thanks Josh for the great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Frozen Christmas for the Record Books
We had a wonderful time in this house! We would definitely rent again. The owner/manager is very responsive and easy to get a hold of. Alligator Point is a great place to unwind and explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
The place was great. The owner was gracious and the location is perfect. Laid back and peaceful. If u want traffic jams go towards Tampa or Fort Meyers. This is relaxed. Sooo many dolphins.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022