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Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes

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Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Aerial view
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes

Mermaids Retreat 30A is a newly renovated home with new interior and exterior paint, newly painted kitchen cabinets, refinished oak hardwoods in the bedrooms and third floor, a newly screened-in porch, new interior and exterior lighting, new refrigerator, new oven and a new pool heater. The home is also fully refurnished and redecorated. Please see a full virtual tour here:
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HOME HIGHLIGHTS
-Dazzling Gulf views
-Steps to quiet beach access
-Private pool with waterfall feature **Pool heating avail Oct 1-May 1 for $50 per day**
-Newly renovated and fully refurnished
-Patio area with gas grill
-4 Adult bikes
-Parking for up to 5 vehicles
-Covered front porches on all three levels
-Fast WiFi and cable, friendly for remote work

Mermaid's Retreat 30A is the perfect escape, with an unbeatable location just 100 steps from the beach access and along 30A between Alys Beach and the Hub. The 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home sleeps 12 in beds and features a fully fenced in private pool, four complimentary adult bikes, new transitional/coastal decor, and gorgeous views of the sparkling Gulf from the third floor lookout.

The kitchen has everything needed for indoor entertaining, including stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a drip coffee maker and Keurig, crock pot, and brand new dishes and utensils. There is seating for 12 between the dining table (8) and bar (4). Plenty of counter space and an open living concept makes cooking and entertaining a pleasure!

The home is fully equipped for families to spend quality time together, with a wide assortment of puzzles, books, kids books, DVDs and board games. For sports and TV time, the home has 6 TVs, with the largest (65") in the living room and a TV and DVD player in each bedroom. For those traveling with the younger set, we include worry-free plastic plates, cups and utensils, two baby gates, a pack and play and mattress, and booster seat. Additionally, there are no worries about safety, as exterior cameras are in place.

Mermaids Retreat 30A is located on scenic 30A, perfect for watching bike riders and viewing the beautiful Emerald Coast. Laid in a quiet residential area but close to all of the action, the home is located within walking distance to Alys Beach and The Hub (~1 mile, 5-7 min bike ride), which provide great family entertainment and numerous restaurants. The location is also only a short 3-5 minute bike ride from Camp Creek coastal dune lake and a 10 minute bike ride to Rosemary, with its incredible Sunday Farmers Market. Four adult bikes are provided for your convenience.

Now for the best part, the BEACH! Mermaids Retreat 30A is only a 45 second walk to a breathtaking quiet beach by way of the beach access across the street. There you will find the sugar white sands and crystal clear waters of the Emerald Coast. This is one of the best perks of the house as you and your companions can use the provided chairs and umbrellas to quickly go from the front door to having your toes in the sand, with the ease of running back and forth for lunch or a quick dip in the pool. The neighborhood beach access effectively serves the surrounding homes down Seacrest drive and has no golf cart parking, making it less crowded than many areas along 30A. You'll never be three rows deep here.

House Tour/Sleeping Arrangements
1st FLOOR
-Welcoming front porch with rocking Adirondack chairs
-Separate dining room with seating for 8
-Open concept kitchen and spacious living room
-Bedroom #1 - Queen bed with en suite bath and pool views
-Screened in porch with sofa and dining table with seating for 8, perfect for al fresco dining

2nd FLOOR
-Stairs lead right up to the double door exit to the large front porch complete with wicker rockers and ladder ball
-Bedroom #2 - Bunk room featuring two sets of twin bunks
-Bedroom #3 - Queen bedroom with connecting bath (shower/tub combo)
-Bedroom #4 - King master complete with large en suite bath, pool views and desk perfect for working or conducting school remotely
-Hall laundry closet with full size washer and dryer

3rd FLOOR
-Bedroom #5 - King master with wet bar and mini fridge, en suite bathroom, family gaming area, and Gulf views
-Private porch with Gulf views perfect for morning coffee watching the sunrise or happy hour sunset views

Planning your Florida itinerary? Don’t miss these highlights:
-Seacrest Beach (across the street) - Our gorgeous neighborhood beach, complete with powdery soft sand
-Alys Beach (5 min bike ride) - Incredible architecture and dining, with the best donut truck and playground on 30A
-Seaside (10-min drive) - Visiting this iconic town for shopping and dining at Great Southern Cafe or the food trucks is a must
-Camp Creek Golf Club (3-min drive) - Stunning 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio
-Pier Park/Pier Park North Mall (20-min drive) - Open-air shopping center with stores, dining, a movie theater, and rides
-Gulf World (20-min drive) - Aquarium with exhibits incl. dolphins, sea lions, & more
-Point Washington State Forest (14-min drive) - Expansive park with walking/hiking trails, hunting areas, and lots of wildlife

RESERVATION/BOOKING POLICY
- RATES- SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY during Spring Break and Summer with a minimum 7 night stay
-A 50% initial payment is due at the time of booking.
-Balance is due 60 days prior to arrival date.
-Fully refundable $850 damage deposit required.
-Initial payment is fully refundable if cancellations are given 60 days prior to arrival date.
-Check-In begins at 4:00PM CST. If available, an early check-in may be requested for an additional fee.
-Check-Out is by 10:00AM CST. If available, a late check-out may be requested for an additional fee.
-Must Be 25 Or Older To Rent. We have a strict family only policy. No exceptions.
-Bikes are included in the rental. To utilize, waiver must signed and received before code is provided.
-NO ANIMAL HOME. Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO ANIMAL policy will result in IMMEDIATE EVICTION plus additional deep cleaning charges.
-NO Events, to include wedding receptions and other large gatherings are allowed. If violated, double cleaning fees, as well as other possible fees, will apply, and Renter will be required to leave the premises and remaining rents will be forfeited.

Property manager

Troy & Mandy Fallaw

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

STEPS TO QUIET BEACH ~ PVT HEATED POOL ~ GULF VIEWS!

About the neighborhood

Map
Seacrest, FL

What's nearby

  • Alys Beach - 1 min walk
  • Seacrest Beach - 2 min walk
  • South Walton Beaches - 4 min drive
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive
  • Carillon Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crust at The Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes have a pool?

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

Is Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach vacation home is located by the sea, just steps from Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach. Rosemary Beach is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family friendly home
Our family enjoyed our stay in June. The home was certainly big enough for nine people
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Good times on the Florida panhandle. The house is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property and Great Host
Troy and Mandy are great host that are very responsive. Listing was very accurate and property is very convenient to the beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
We loved our stay in Seacrest. It was our first time to the area and we will definitely return.The house was beautiful and had all the amenities we needed. We stayed here with 3 families and it worked out great; each family basically got their own floor. The kitchen was very well stocked with plenty of dishes, cookware, and utensils. The location was also perfect. The host was responsive and helpful. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
The house was as shown on the website with lots of space and clean. Communication with the owners was great and all needed info was provided efficiently. Very nice place and extremely close to the beach access. Will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach vacation house!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Troy and Mandy were excellent with communication and some new recommendations for dinner and activities. Amenities and house were terrific and was just a quick walk across the street to the beach! Will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable week
We had very enjoyable week. The walk to the beach was very short which made it great. We ate in every night but one, grilled a couple of nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family vacation
Great home and the owners think of everything to help your stay be a great one! The pool is a nice break from the beach. The screened in porch is another great bonus! We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Beautiful clean & right across from the beach ! What more could you ask for? The hosts were very quick to response to any questions - would for sure come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House, Owners, and Location
Our overall stay was as advertised. We were provided all the house information, suggestions, and communication needed to seamlessly get into and use the property and all it had to offer. The owners were super responsive and helpful to any one-off questions we had during our stay. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jake u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Great house and location. Bikes that come with the house are pretty rough but other than that no complaints. I would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S., Murfreesboro, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Beach House!
The property was beautiful and very clean. The outdoor space and pool was amazing and there were lots of beach and pool toys and accessories available. Very quick walk to the beach and there were plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach wagon included with the house. My kids loved it! Communication was fantastic. Couldn’t recommend more!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barrett W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Beach House
This property was perfect for what we were looking for. Everything was as it appeared in the listing. Mandy and Troy were great hosts and super responsive whenever we had any questions. Would highly recomend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great New Year’s stay!
Had a great stay over the New Years holiday week. House fit our 2 families (4 adults 4 kids) with room to spare! Clean home with all you need to enjoy a lengthy stay. Fantastic beach access literally just across the street, and the heated pool was priceless for some December/January swims. Troy was great with communication and always available.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Accommodation! Wonderful hosts! Would easily recommend!
We stayed at this wonderful property for five nights January-February, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The home was clean and well-appointed and had plenty of space for the four adults and five children that made up our party. The location is excellent with access to the beach pretty much right across the street. The pool was awesome when we were not hanging out at the beach. I'm so glad we found this place. The arrival/check-in process was a breeze, and Troy was a kind, communicative host. We had everything we needed for our stay. I would recommend this property and host to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway
The home was great. Tons of space for our large family of 11. The location was ideal. We spent everyday at the beach which was a quick walk from the home. The kitchen is super well stocked and all the beds were comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Troy and Mandy are great hosts. They communicated with us in a timely fashion. Would recommend this rental as a great place to stay in the Rosemary Beach area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Wonderful experience! Easy booking process, great communication with answering all our questions leading up to our vacation too. We had 12 people in our group with ages of children from 5-10. Walking distance to beach! Owners gave restaurant recommendations too. Also checked on us while we were there to make sure things were ok and if we needed anything. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great for families
This house is great . Has everything you need to walk across the street to the beach. Chairs umbrellas wagon and toys. They provide booster seats and pack n play. The screened in porch is a great place to hangout and have dinner. New gas grill makes that easy. Front porch and second and third floors have great seating area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OUTSTANDING!!!
This home is amazing and was absolutely perfect for my husband, me & 6 teenagers. It was clean, the beds were very comfortable, the n’hood was safe & quiet, the pool was clean and refreshing…..& IT LITERALLY TAKES LESS THAN ONE MINUTE TO GO FROM YOUR BED TO THE BEACH!!!! No golf cart needed! We used bikes and our vehicles to go shopping, to restaurants, etc.,. We couldn’t have had a better experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to avoid crowds, but still easy access to alys and Rosemary
Convenient to beach access and beach wasn’t crowded at all even though we were there at a peak time. If want to rent chairs, have to go East a few steps. Jakes is closest rental company. Very doable. Easy bike ride to both Alys and Rosemary, even for young children. Overall great location if you want to avoid crowds, but still feel a part of everything. House worked well with young children. Owner was easily accessible and quick to respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
We had a great time! The house was as described and the location couldn’t be beat! We tried to rent chairs but couldn’t find a company that would access the address. In the end we were actually glad that it worked out that way because the house had so many chairs and umbrellas that we were glad we didn’t spend our money on them. The wagon was a huge bonus. The Fallows were wonderful hosts and were available by text the whole time for any questions or concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kristine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Vacation
Fantastic location just across the street from the beach and biking distance from the quaint little towns. The pool was a big plus with our three grandchildren. For the cost, we would have expected more personal amenities like toilet paper, laundry detergent, dish soap, paper towels etc. Great having the four bikes provided, but they need some maintenance for the rusted chains that would fall off. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, given the fact we chose mid-August and its excessive heat..Daytime pool and evening beach time worked best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Vacation
Our family just recently had a wonderful time at The Mermaid’s Retreat. We had our two sons/daughter in laws and four grands four years old and under. The beach house had everything we needed. If you have younger children staying here Troy and Mandy have thought of everything: toys, pack and plays, stair gate, beach toys, etc. We had plenty of room to spread out comfortably. We loved the pool after a day at the beach which is only a short distance away. They even provided a wagon to carry our gear to the beach. Our family of ten will be back in the future. We loved your place. Thank you so much from Texas. 😎
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malavika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for getaway with family and friends
We were at Mermaid's retreat early March, for over a week with 2 other families and the place was perfect for us. The place is beautiful, tastefully decorated and literally across the road from the beach. If you are like us and plan to work online at least part of the stay, the space might feel small, but to be fair we had 6 adults trying to work/take a few calls and 3 kids continuing their digital lessons part of the day which was challenging. Wifi never failed us though. Our group used the bikes provided extensively and appreciated the beach chairs, umbrellas and toys provided by the owners. There are enough books and games for the children of varied age groups. We grilled almost every evening and were very happy hanging out in the Sunroom and the backyard. Since it was early March, the pool wasn't as comfortable as we would have liked but we did enjoy it a couple of afternoon instead of heading to the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with ample cookware, serveware, silverware and kiddie plates/bowls and spoons. There was an issue with the kitchen sink and the dishwasher when we reached but the owners were quick to respond and also respectful of our group's wishes/concerns. Overall, very happy with the place, the stay and owner's responsiveness.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Core memory creation at Seacrest Beach
This property had everything we needed and the easiest access to the most beautiful beach. We will definitely be back and hope to stay at this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024