Pool Heated winter and spring! Pet-Friendly 6 seat Golf Cart, Infinity pool!

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10221 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer

Explore the area

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
‪2 min walk‬
Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Santa Rosa Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
‪43 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.

**Welcome to The Journey Begins: Your Ultimate Beach Retreat on 30A! ** BRAND NEW 6-SEAT GOLF CART ADDED MAY 2024 WITH GPS AND SOUND SYSTEM AND PADDLE BOARD WITH 4 LIFE JACKETS TO FIT ON TOP OF CART!

Pool is Heated!
Spring: March 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025
Fall: October 1, 2025 – January 5, 2026

Experience the epitome of luxury and relaxation at The Journey Begins, your private beach vacation oasis on the Florida panhandle's renowned 30A. Nestled in Cypress Dunes between Topsail State Park Nature Preserve and the Gulf of Mexico, this exquisite beach house offers a tranquil escape amidst stunning natural beauty. Our home is right off 30A so you can drive the golf cart on the main road.

**Luxuriously Casual Living: **

- Indulge in miles of sugar-white beaches and mesmerizing sunsets, just a short stroll or golf cart ride away from the local beach access.
- Discover a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by rare coastal dune lakes and lush foliage, with Grand Boulevard shopping, dining, and local attractions just minutes away.

**Impeccable Accommodations: **

- Step into a world of coastal elegance with designer furnishings and brand-new furniture throughout the entire home, creating a perfect blend of sophistication and comfort.
- The open floor plan on the first level welcomes gatherings and relaxation, while extra-large King bedroom suites ensure privacy and comfort for all guests.
- We accept two dogs under 50 pounds fully house trained. At the time of booking, please ensure $200 fee is paid and you message us with breeds.

**Key Features: **

- Sparkling infinity pool with Gulf views, hot tub, fitness center, outdoor seating, and fireplace for endless relaxation.
- Easy access to public beach access, just moments from your doorstep.
- Enjoy outdoor living with porch swings, patio furniture, screened-in porch with gas grill, and tin-roof covered porch with outdoor hanging bed. Seating in 3 areas outside so your group can spread out!
- Casual upscale décor with 13’ high ceilings on the first floor, creating a spacious and inviting atmosphere.
- Accommodates up to 12 guests with 3 luxury pillowtop king beds, 4 twin bunks, a King Koil air mattress, a sleeper sofa, and a pack-and-play ensuring ample space for families and groups.
- Fully equipped kitchen with ample countertop space, stainless appliances, grill, and everything needed for convenient cooking and dining.
- Beach amenities include chairs, umbrellas, an ice maker, boogie boards, sand toys, and a cooler provided for your enjoyment.
- Loft area with bunk beds and TV for the kids, along with two additional master king bedrooms on the second floor.
- Community amenities include beach access, two infinity pools, a full gym, and a golf cart for exploring nearby attractions.

**Additional Details: **

- Take advantage of our referral program and receive a 10% discount off your next stay when you refer a guest for a weekly stay.
- Pool heating is available during specific dates for added comfort during your stay. Inquire!
- Booking policy ensures flexibility and peace of mind, with deposits fully refundable if cancellations are made within the cancelation period.

**Explore 30A in Style: **

Discover the beauty of 30A with ease, as the closest 5 beaches are all accessible by the provided golf cart, allowing you to explore the area's pristine shores and vibrant communities at your leisure.

Book your stay at The Journey Begins and embark on a journey of relaxation, adventure, and unforgettable memories along Florida's stunning Emerald Coast!

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the pool at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Features include an outdoor pool, a gym, and a hot tub. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a jetted tub.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
Services include babysitting
Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a playground
Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
Just a 4-minute drive from Santa Rosa Beach and 8 minutes from Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links

This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. This vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property manager

Frank and Jamie Vasquez

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the sea
On a lake

Things to do

Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Local artist showcase
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,379 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 3 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

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.

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Pool Heated winter and spring! Pet-Friendly 6 seat Golf Cart, Infinity pool! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

17 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice, quiet neighborhood in a great location.

Had a wonderful stay. We had a couple small issues were addressed to our satisfaction very promptly.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Trip to Florida

Well appointed property with beautiful decor. This home is an absolutely beautiful place to stay. I could get off the front porch swing, amazing. Communication with host was superb. We cannot wait to come back to The Journey Begins. Oh ..the coffee bar completely makes the home amazing!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

28 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location to kick back & relax

The property more than met our needs. The location is ideal for either exploring 30A or chilling out by the pool. We really appreciated the gym facility & use of bikes & thegolf cart. The house is well furnished & comfortable & we made great use of the grill. In addition i would say the owners & property manager were excellent & super helpful.

Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

24 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Staying in Santa Rosa beach

Very lovely home in a nice area. Pool and gym are nice and not too busy. The home owners are amazing people. Definitely an area for a relaxing vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton S.

10 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

It was honestly a perfect spot, a little far from seaside and rosemary but the house itself and neighborhood was amazing. About a 2 minute drive to the beach and I would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

3 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful 5 week stay on the 30A

The property exceeded our expectations in all ways. The home was so well equipped for all of our needs and was clean and comfortable. We would absolutely come back! Frank and Jamie are terrific hosts!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

30 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Stay with Snow

We visited Florida and it snowed! But we couldn’t have asked for a more Beautiful & Comfortable Home to be snowed in for 2 days! So bright and clean, had everything we needed. We were able to walk the neighborhood and surrounding trails and they were gorgeous. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

5 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Christmas Break trip!

Great house with lots of room and a very quiet neighborhood. This house is fully stocked with everything you might need and more. The beautiful infinity pool and hot tub was a game changer for our family. We would love to stay in this house on our next get-away.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan A.

29 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Gorgeous and spacious home with all the amenities. Close to the beach and restaurants. The golf cart and bikes were so convenient!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

9 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

At the beach

there was beautiful light,and that is a must in the winter.we were sorry to leave!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

3 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place we have stayed in 25 years

Everything you want..great house with the details that matter when you come to the beach, golf cart, bikes, plenty of outside seating, chairs and umbrellas for beach, kids book in house, ice maker for coolers, awesome screened in porch, board games and cards. Neighborhood is great for walking. Unbelievable infinity pool. Top Motch!!!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther L.

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental home

We really enjoyed our stay at this home, the owners really thought of everything. Thank you so much!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

29 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A great vacation

The house was perfect for our week long family vacation. It had everything we needed and more. The hosts were very responsive. The pool was beautiful and relaxing. There was hardly anyone at the closest beach access. We would love to stay here again!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

14 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Best rental yet in this area!

Best stocked home for sure in the area! As I travel regularly for business and have stayed in many many homes- this one has everything and you don't have to bring it all with you! GREAT location, gated, great pool and neighborhood for walking- super pet friendly and the home was SO comfortable. My daughter is pregnant and we brought the pups so it was very enjoyable. Golf cart convenient to the beach and no issues at all! Comfy beds/ games, books and just thought of everything! (esp the COFFEE BAR! WOW)

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

R K.

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect stay!

We had such a relaxing and enjoyable stay at this property! The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet and the people are very friendly. Our favorite part of this house is their sprawling front porch! The furniture is very comfortable and the home is decorated beautifully. The owners provided all the conveniences: beach towels, umbrella, chairs, etc. we will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbie G.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience for our family!

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The home was everything we could have hoped for. We loved the pool and the quick golf cart ride to the beach was great! Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brant O.

19 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July

Beautiful house that fit my parents and 5 teenagers well. Golf cart was a huge plus and allowed us easier parking in several of the beach access points. Community pool and workout facilities were nice for time away from the beach. Would definitely go back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Love the location and especially the golf cart

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JeremyandJessica G.

2 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, cozy home!

We loved our stay at this gorgeous, but super cozy home! Usage of the golf cart allowed us to explore the area and pull off to look at all of the nature that surrounds the homes. The pool was amazing and we slept like babies! The owners were so kind and had excellent communication with us. We’ll definitely be visiting again!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

10 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

The Most Amazing Beach House

This was an amazing beach house! It includes everything you can possibly ask for on a beach vacation. The property was extremely clean and beautiful. Frank and Jamie are lovely hosts. We spent the weekend here celebrating my grandpa's 83rd birthday. The memories shared here will be cherished forever.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

28 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Two weeks of complete R&R

We enjoyed staying 2 weeks at The Journey Begins. Jamie and Frank were great host. Their home is beautiful!!! Can’t wait to book with them again.

Stayed 15 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

10 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Love This Beach House!!

We were impressed with this house the minute we walked in the door. It was beautiful, with very comfortable with high quality furnishings, beds and linens. The kitchen was very well stocked and the owners had everything you could want for the beach. The beach is only a 4 minute golf cart ride with abundant parking and restrooms available. Oh, and they bought and delivered a new golf 6 seat cart while we were there! Loved the sunrises on the huge front porch and sunsets at the pool overlooking the state forest with views. The owners were very responsive to all inquiries and had many helpful tips. We would highly recommend this home and we would definitely stay there again when visiting 30A!

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel T.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect beach getaway

Lovely home that our family kept saying “this house is so cute”. Easy to get to and from the beach, wonderful location, communicative owners, and just a wonderful week! Would recommend and would come back every day of the week!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

23 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!

We loved this property! The house was even nicer than the pictures made it seem. We had everything we needed and more and the location was perfect. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

19 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, great time!

Everything was as advertised and Jamie did a great job of getting us checked in and making sure our stay was enjoyable…. Location was great… close to the beach, restaurants and to the pool and hot tub when needed. Would definitely go back if we’re heading to the north gulf coast again. Great stay. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024