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Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm

Escape to an unforgettable tropical getaway where you can soak up stunning sunrises from your porch or indulge in thrilling water activities.

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Property grounds
Interior
Interior
Miscellaneous
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16307 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm

If you're looking for a special place to make memories with your family or friends, you will find it at The Seahorse Retreat. We just finished adding new exclusive amenities to the home, including a heated pool, spa, paddle boards, kayaks, game room!

This lovely villa sleeps up to 16 total guests and is in a beautiful tropical setting with stunning views of the Santa Rosa Sound, 5 miles from Navarre Beach, that is perfect for family reunions or get-togethers with friends.

Please see map on this listing for detailed location. We are right off Hwy 98 on The Santa Rosa Sound.

WHAT WE OFFER:

- New private heated 15x30 ft gunite pool with incredible views of the bay (pool heat to 86 degrees available Sept-April, $50/day)
- Spill-over spa/hot tub attached to pool
- Tanning ledge, loungers, and bubbler in pool (pool is 3 ft at shallow end and 6 ft at deep end)
- White-sand beach to build sand-castles or just relax in the clear waters of The Sound
- Private dock with seating. Bring your boat or jet skis. Fish off the dock.
- ½ acre level yard for games such as Corn Hole (included)
- Two stand-up paddle boards and two kayaks (one tandem and one single) with life jackets
- New game room on ground floor with easy access to pool area - features Golden Tee, Multicade Arcade, ping pong table, foosball table, Connect 4, train table, bar area
- Gorgeous landscaping with palm trees, flowers, and outdoor lighting
- Plenty of outdoor seating, eating areas, and lounging areas

The home is on 1/2 acre and enclosed by a fence for privacy.

You'll have multiple porches outfitted with comfortable furniture to relax and marvel at the brilliant sunrises and sunsets. Most every room has incredible views of the water with access to a porch.

OTHER AMENITIES WE OFFER:

- 6 spacious bedrooms, sleeps up to16 total guests, incl babies/children
- 5 1/2 gorgeous baths with upscale vanities and tile treatments
- Well-stocked kitchen with with everything you need to cook, including (slow cooker, heavy-duty KitchenAid mixer, food processor, blender)
- Coffee bar with 12-cup drip maker, Keurig, French Press, kettle, coffee grinder, teas - to get your day started!
- Additional refrigerator on ground level if needed
- Flat screen TVs in each king (2) and queen (2) bedrooms, and 55-inch Smart HD TV in living area
- High-speed wireless Internet
- USB ports in each bedroom and living area for charging multiple devices
- Pack and play; booster seat; kid's plates/bowls
- Gas grill and charcoal grill
- Ceiling fans in main area and most bedrooms
- Tree swing that seats up to three people
- Many, many pool toys and floaties
- Many, many sand toys (nets, pails, shovels, etc)
- 6-8 beach chairs to take to the Gulf beaches or use on our beach
- 1000 sq. feet of porches and balconies with prime water views
- Ample parking for 4-5 cars

We are located on the Santa Rosa Sound 5 miles east of Navarre Beach - an easy, quick drive to the Gulf Beaches. We have the best of both worlds, and here's why:

-- Private white-sand beach that is perfect for kids and adults because the Sound is shallow and clear.
- You'll love the marine life you'll encounter. On any given day, you may be treated to a pod of dolphins swimming by; small fish and big fish that swim under the dock; pelicans that swoop for fish; cranes that walk the beach....
-- The water on the Sound is lovely - clear and warm (in season). You will get waves on windy days, but most of the time it is calm, so...
-- NO SARGASSUM! - we are 15-20 miles from the entrance to the Gulf and our beaches do not get the seaweed that plagues the Gulf beaches during the summer.
-- No red flag days! The emerald water of the Gulf that you see in brochures is for real - on calm days, but if you come during a week of rough surf, you'll be stuck sitting on the sand. At our beach: No rip-tides, drop-offs, rough surf, or schools of jellyfish. Kids can build sandcastles, look for little fish, or crab and fish from our dock. Explore the Sound on a one-person or two-person kayak. You can also bring a boat or jet-skis. And...the Sound is a perfect place to try stand-up paddle boarding(two paddleboards included).
-- Yet ... easy access to the Gulf for an afternoon of wave action, deep-sea fishing, biking on the Gulf Islands National Seashore, or other Gulf-based activities. Groceries and restaurants are nearby. So are Destin, Fort Walton Beach, and Pensacola. Easy day trips to the unique towns of 30-A (Seaside, Seagrove, Rosemary Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Watercolor, etc).

Our 3,300-sq.ft. home sleeps 16:
- Two spacious primary bedrooms with king beds and private baths
- Seahorse room with queen bed and shared hall bath
- Kids room (sleeps 5 - one twin over twin and one twin over double bunk) and shared hall bath
- Third floor cupola (via spiral staircase) sleeps 3 (two hanging twin beds, one twin mattress) and has full bath at bottom of staircase
- Terrace-level room with queen bed, private bath, game room, and access to ground-level patio

But while we know this is a special place, don't take our word for it. Read our reviews to see what vacationers have to say. To find out if this home is available for the dates you desire, see calendar: It is updated in real time.

When you rent our homes, we provide lots of insider info through our online guestbook, provided as a link prior to check-in. Here you'll find suggestions of places to visit/tour, restaurants we recommend, and local tips.

Please note that we rent to 25 and older only; no student groups; no third party bookings; no events. 16 max guests.

We have four outside security cameras. One is at the front door; second is in the garage facing the driveway; third is in a tree facing beach; fourth is on right side of house. None are facing pool/spa/patio areas.

Property manager

Timothy or Elizabeth Spaid

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Exquisite Home on Sound w/pool spa beach dock lovely yard!

About the area

Map
Mary Esther, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 5 min drive
  • Hurlburt Field Visitor Center - 6 min drive
  • Navarre Beach Fishing Pier - 10 min drive
  • Navarre Beach - 11 min drive
  • Navarre Beach Gulf Snorkel Reef - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm have a pool?

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

Is Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mary Esther holiday home is steps from Santa Rosa Sound and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Fort Walton Beaches. Navarre Parkway Beaches and Navarre Park Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Stunning Waterfront Villa w/HEATED Pool/Spa/Beach/Dock/Kayaks/Game Rm Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Family get-away
This property was EVERYTHING we could have wanted. With such an age range among us, there was something for everyone. We saw porpoise most mornings, which made our everyday. The pool and spa were perfect, as well as the many water “toys” for the beach. Shops and restaurants are close by. Our group couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Macy I.

Excellent family vacation spot!
My family loved this house! So many things to do while staying, and it comes fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. We already have our next trip here booked!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carianne P.

Amazing beach house
Fantastic vacation with the family. The house was amazing. Pool and access to the sound were both fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Great Stay
House and location as advertised. Great stay. Pool and hot tub got a ton of use. Communication was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Seahorse Retreat
This place is absolutely beautiful! The beach, the pool, and the views were incredible. The owners are very friendly and responsive. The house fit all of our family comfortably. Such an amazing home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Excellent and super fun vacation experience!
The owners provided a great deal of information about the property and the area so we felt very comfortable at this property for our vacation. They also reached out often to make sure we had everything we needed, which was so nice of them. The adults and kids enjoyed the pool, hot tub, private beach, game room and close proximity to Destin and Navarre beach. Thank you for a wonderful vacation in a fantastic home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginny V.

A great vacation home.
The property owners were very responsive. The house was exactly as listed. The pool was the life of the party every day. Hot tub was nice in the evening. Both very clean. We sleep 11 very comfortably. There’s a dresser full of games. Well stocked kitchen. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B.

Family vacation
Excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Gorgeous Retreat for a family vacation
Lovely home, pictures are representative of the property. Excellent for large family gatherings. Very responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

jamie V., newport

Great vacation
Great family vacation. We had 13 people that had plenty of room in the house. Pool and hot tub area were set up very nicely and the landscaping was beautiful. We loved watching all the butterflies that were attracted to the flowers. The view over the water was beautiful also. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Spring Break Trip
We had a great time. The house is beautiful with so many amenities! Will definitely consider staying here again next year when we return. Elizabeth was wonderful to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Beautiful home on the bay
Spacious house with excellant views. Enough room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Great home with lots of extras.
The property was lovely. Beautiful dock and infinity. We used both a lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin G.

Amazing
We spent 4 days and 3 nights at the Seahorse Retreat for my birthday. We were a total of 8 people, although two more families could’ve joined us and we still would’ve been comfortable. From booking, to check in to check out everything went smooth! The house was everything advertised and more. Keep a look out on the beach and on the dock, there is marine life everywhere! The pool/spa was perfect and newly renovated. I will be booking with Elizabeth and Tim again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Family time
We had a wonderful week at the gulf. Everybody wants to come back to our "new beach house." Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Albert D.

Bert's Beach Trip
This property is everything that is advertised. Plenty of room for our party of 16. 4 toddlers and 12 adults. Plenty of beach toys for the kids and the paddle boats were a big hit. I would definitely recommend this house to everyone!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

Fun spring break!
We had a wonderful time for spring break! The weather was a little chilly but we opted to heat the pool and it was great! Plenty of sunshine and the hot tub was awesome. We enjoyed Kayaking and paddle boarding and my boys got up at 6am one morning to kayak out and watch the sunrise on the water. #Beautiful Being right across from the military base was fun too b/c we got to watch super cool planes and helicopters fly by. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. Elizabeth was always available throughout the booking and check in process and was friendly to work with. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher L.

Great home for big oarty
Large house, nicely appointed. Great pool hot top dock and plenty of games and toys to keep you occupied. Location does not allow walks on the beach and on a busy road but we really enjoyed time here with another family. The owners were responsive, take good care of the place and take pride in putting a great product out for rent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristie O.

Absolutely Fantastic Property!
This was the perfect property for our group of 8. Plenty of separate living space so that we could spread out when we needed to. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to prepare group dinners every night. We enjoyed the hot tub and taking the kayaks out into the sound. The weather wasn't perfect for this stay, but if it had been warmer, we would have spent even more time using the pool and beach area. Highly recommend! Elizabeth was great to work with -- everything was so easy. We would definitely stay here again if we revisit the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Outstanding!
We stayed here the last week of December 2019 and could not be more pleased! The owners seem to have thought about everything and made the check in process seamless. We had a group of 15 with 8 children ranging from 1 to 16 and there was plenty of room for everyone. The private dock and beach are great for the little kids and the location is perfect right between Destin and Navarre. The property and grounds are maintained meticulously. The property managers provided a comprehensive guidebook in advance of our check-in which let us know what was provided and what we needed to bring. We had a great trip and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Great family vacation!
The house is great! The owner, Elizabeth is so friendly and easy to work with. We had our two sons and their families with us to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. I was a little nervous about having enough space with six small kids. No worries there! Plenty of space for all. We were lucky that no one occupied the house next door. I do think that might have put a damper on our stay. As it was we had the pool, dock and property to ourselves. Great place! Don’t think twice about renting!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

The perfect first annual family vacation in the perfect house and location
Wow, perfect, incredible, gorgeous and fabulous were just a few words that were said frequently throughout our week long stay at Seahorse Retreat. It was the perfect place for our first multi generational get together. The house was gorgeous, extremely clean and had every conceivable item that you can think of to accommodate our group of 16. Our six grand blessings ranged in ages from 8 weeks to 16 years old and staying on the Sound was the perfect setting for our family. The pool and our two grills were a huge hit. We had the pleasure of meeting Tim and Elizabeth in person upon arriving at Seahorse Retreat. They made us feel very welcome and were very responsive to a couple of small issues that we ran into during our stay. We are already making plans to return in the next year or two for a repeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

JULI P.

Family Vacation Fun
Our family spent a week together at this wonderful residence. We ranged in ages 1 to 65. The house worked beautifully. My husband and I had the bottom floor, our son and his family had the main floor, our other son and his family had the 2nd floor and I made the top room my office for the week. We caught fish off the dock, had fun flying a kite on the beach as well as kayaking and paddle boarding and spent most of our time between the pool and hot tub. We went to a beach in Destin one day and Navarre beach another day. The house is so centrally located. The military base on the sound provided a wonderful show on Friday night by dropping 5 paratroopers in the water and picking them up by boat. What a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia S.

Beautiful and Relaxing
This was actually our second trip this year to Seahorse Retreat because we loved it so much the first time we had to go back again. This will definitely be making this one if our regular vacay homes. The property has everything you need furnished from the kitchen, toiletries, extra blankets, pillows, kayaks, floats, games, corn hole, and exceptional WiFi . The home is exceptionally clean and truly family oriented. We love the views from the decks overlooking The Sound. The infinity pool and hot tubs are outstanding and they are private!!! Your not fighting a crowd. The beach is shallow, clear and your not fighting huge waves or jelly fish. I love the ocean but this is the best of all worlds. I could go on and on about this property. It truly is lovely and has everything and anything a family needs at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Stop looking and stay here! Beautiful and perfect all the way around!
We enjoyed a family vacation at the Seahorse Retreat with 8 adults and 6 kids (kids age range is 2-18). We have stayed at several beach VRBOs over the years and I would highly recommend this property! The house and the property looked just like the photos-spacious, private, very nicely decorated, extremely clean and well-maintained. There were labels on every light switch which shows the amount of thought that has gone into the accommodations. It was right on the water which was wonderful in terms of aesthetics, as well as ease to get to the beach. The pool was gorgeous and VERY clean. The design is brilliant with having the pool so close to the beach-the infinity edge made us feel like we were always “at the beach” even when in the pool. We also felt like we were always together as a group, even when some of the family was in the Sound while the rest were at the pool. The dock seemed new to me and was a lot of fun for fishing and crab trapping. The dock was sturdy and well-lit at night and the chairs were bolted to the floor for safety which I thought was a nice idea. And I cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed being on the Sound rather than the Destin-type ocean. The water was always SO clear. The mornings felt like being on a quiet lake. As the tide picked up during the day, there were gentle waves. The description about the depth being 3-4 feet all the way out to the dock was spot on and made for a great (and safe) time for both the kids and the adults. No jellyfish at all-have never experienced that before! Elizabeth was just such a pleasure to work with as well. We truly enjoyed every moment and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020