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BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

10 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 37483 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace

Summary:
Commanders Palace | Beach View Mansion | Heated Pool & Cabana | 2 Kitchens

Commanders Palace, Home Features:
• 10 Bedroom, 8 Bath - Available for up to 37 Guests!
• Unparalleled Panoramic Gulf Views
• Private Heated Pool & Large Grilling Area
• Additional Private Carriage House
• Free WiFi, Golf Cart Available Upon Request*

*Winter "Snowbird" rates available. Message for priority pricing.
*Available for events, fee applies.
*Pool Heated by request, fee applies.
*Pet Friendly, fee applies per pet.
*Golf Cart by request, fee applies

Please SEE: Other Things to Note

For Area Details, Please SEE: Where You'll Be (Located under the map!)

The Space:
Welcome To Commanders Palace!

This incredible 10 Bedroom Coastal Luxury Home is perched high on a one of a kind beach bluff and looks expansively over the sugar white sands and emerald waters of 30a. This home was designed with open air entertaining in mind! It is a wonderful place for a Family Reunion or Wedding celebration with enough private parking. You can also bring your boats, jet skis, bikes, trailers, doggies and more!

A brand new beach with parking, wheelchair ramp and restrooms is now available just a few steps at the end of the street! This home has a golf cart available upon request to make getting around 30a much more fun! Gulf Place is an easy mile down 30a and offers fantastic fresh seafood, bbq, nightlife, arts and entertainment or stay home and experience a panoramic gulf view sunset. No detail has been spared in this home to ensure you enjoy the finest in coastal living. Located a few doors down from world famous Stinky's Seafood Restaurant and the large Dune Allen public beach access that is ADA accessible, and has parking, restrooms, and lifeguards during peak season.

Also located less than 5 minutes away from Silver Sands Outlet Mall, Sandestin Resort with Baytowne Wharf or Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club where you'll find additional dining, art districts, and great shopping.

If the beach isn't your thing then relax and revitalize your senses in the private courtyard plaza and pool area. This can be heated during cooler months and measures 30x15 encased in an a grand courtyard area with a 5 burner natural gas grill and outdoor kitchen, custom built Cabana and plenty of luxury seating for everyone! You can even smell and feel the fresh and warm gulf breezes from here! There is plenty of room for the whole family to gather thanks to the designer outdoor seating, expanded decks, tables and dining areas in the courtyard plaza.

On the first floor of the home, you walk into one of 4 living rooms with flat screen tv and granite topped kitchenette. There is one of the 6 King Suites with Flat screen TV's and private bathroom. The 2nd Suite offers a custom built-in Queen over Queen Bunk bed arrangement with 2 Flat screen Tv's. A 3rd bedroom on this level offers a Queen size bed and another bunk with Twin over Queen. Outside in the hallway, there is a convenient full bathroom and full sized laundry area.

On the second floor, you'll enjoy unparalleled panoramic gulf views from the wraparound deck and screened-in porch. In the middle of all this is an incredible gourmet chefs kitchen featuring granite counter tops, all high end stainless steel appliances, including refrigerator with ice maker, wine cooler, microwave, 2 dishwashers, gas oven and a luxury gas range. There is seating for 6 at the bar for a quick bite or seat 14 around the grand dining table overlooking the waters. If you're in the mood to lie back and watch a movie, enjoy plenty of comfortable seating in the living area surrounding your 60" HD Tv! Off of the living area there is a another King Suite and a full bathroom. 

Walking up to the third floor you'll find another living area equipped with plenty of beach views and comfortable seating, another fully equipped granite kitchenette that opens up to another private balcony overlooking the Gulf! A few steps further and you enter another incredible King Suite with a private balcony overlooking the gulf, large HD TV and the perfect en-suite, complete with a standalone deep tub and a separate custom shower. There is also a second Gulf View King Suite with adjacent bathroom and private balcony. The third floor balconies are a perfect place for watching the sunset and enjoying the warm breezes coming in from the Gulf of Mexico.

The Carriage house is located on the other side of the pool and courtyard. Upstairs you will find the 4th living area complete with large HD TV and another full sized, fully equipped kitchen. There are two bedrooms, one with a King bed and another with a custom built triple stacked twin XL bunk bed. Both bedrooms offer TV's and they share an oversized bathroom in the hallway along with the 2nd Laundry Room and a private wraparound deck to take in the incredible views! Below are another King Suite with bathroom and a custom Queen bunk room with bathroom.

HOME LAYOUT: Sleeps 39

First floor: Sleeps 15
King Suite with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
Queen Suite with Queen bed and Queen over Twin Bunk bed (sleeps 5)
Custom Built-in Bunk Bedroom with 2x Queen over Queen bunks (sleeps 8)
Full Detached Bathroom
Living Room #1
Kitchenette and Wet Bar
Laundry Room

Second floor: Sleeps 2
King Suite with detached bathroom (sleeps 2)
Gourmet Chefs Kitchen
Beach View Living Room #2
Beach View Dining Area
Beach View Porch with Dining Table and Seating
Wraparound Deck with multiple seating and tables to enjoy the beach views and breeze

Third floor: Sleeps 4
King Suite with en-suite bathroom and private beach view balcony (sleeps 2)
King Suite with detached bathroom and private beach view balcony (sleeps 2)
Living Room #3 with Custom Live Edge Table, seating, 50" Smart TV, Kitchenette and Wet Bar

Private Carriage House: Sleeps 18
King Suite with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
Custom Built Bunk Room with 3x Queens and 3x Twin XL's with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 9)
King Suite with detached bathroom and private beach view balcony (sleeps 2)
Bunk Bedroom with 3x Twin XL's (sleeps 3)
Living Room #4
Wonderful wraparound beach view balcony
Full Kitchen
Full Size Washer & Dryer

*Check In – 4PM (Central)
*Check Out – 10AM (Central)

*Weddings/Events – A $500 fee is required for all weddings at the beach or events at the home.
Pool Heat is an extra fee based on the duration of your stay.
Pet Fees do apply for pets brought on property and must be approved for our insurance prior to arrival.

HOME IS PERFECT FOR:
- Weddings
- Reunions
- Corporate Functions
- Multiple Family Gatherings
- Travelers That Demand The Finest Quality and Personal Service In Their Properties

Guest Access:
We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. 850 Vacations by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.

• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.

Rent in combination with Captains Quarters, Castaway Castle, Navigators Nest or Sun Kissed for larger families!

Available for Events (See Other Things to Note for fees/terms.)
- Weddings
- Reunions
- Corporate Functions
- Multiple Family Gatherings

The Neighborhood:
South Walton County's Santa Rosa Beach is located along Florida's Northwest Coast, just east of Destin. One of the oldest 30A coastal towns. You'll enjoy gorgeous state parks, delicious restaurants, and a thriving region for artists. Out of the water? Parks, museums, local galleries, and family-friendly adventures await! With fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling and sand castles, Santa Rosa Beach is the ultimate 30A beach vacation experience!

Things to See:
• Local Experiences:
• Local Restaurants & Shopping
- Restaurants: Bud and Alley's Waterfront Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, Hooked Sea to Table, Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant, Louis Louis, The Bay
- Shops: The District, Retail Therapy of Santa Rosa Beach, Uptown Grayton, Gulf Place Town Center, Seagrove Plaza & more!

Annual Festivals & Events:
• The Big Chill on 30a
• 30A Songwriters Festival
• Sandestin Gumbo Festival
• South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival
• WaterColor Film Festival
• Harvest Wine and Food Festival
• Fourth of July on 30A
• Gulf Coast Jam

We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!

S. Walton County (Miramar Beach, FL) Short-Term Rental Registration No. #

Getting Around:
You'll find that Santa Rosa Beach provides easy access to dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment. Guests have access to several beaches in the region! Bikes/Cycling or taking public transportation are alternate options (Major corridors in close proximity to South Walton include: I-65, I-55, I-10, and US Hwy 331). While you may be traveling by your/rental vehicle, if you need additional transportation or nearest airport information, we have you covered!

Traveling to/around Destin, Florida:
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Panhandle Transportation Group, Miramar Beach Shuttle, Marcowhale Limo Shuttle and Tax Service]
• Uber, Lyft
• Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Coastal Cruisers, Fun Pug Bike Rentals, Runaway Rentals, Sweet Escape Rentals]

Airports:
• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) [35 miles north-northwest of downtown Destin]
• Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) [35 miles east of Destin]

Popular Landmarks:
• Grayton Beach State Park
• Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
• Shell Island
• Fort Walton Heritage Park and Cultural Center
• Deer Lake State Park
• Seaside Beach

Property manager

850 Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 10 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 5200 sq ft (483 sq m)

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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 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 and a first aid kit
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪South Of Philly - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of South Walton Beaches, Santa Rosa Beach, and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 3 mi (5 km).

BeachView Mansion, Pool/Cabana | Commanders Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
This was a nice house the rooms don’t quite match the listings which caused a bit of trouble but as soon as we got that taken care of everything went smooth and nice from the their the parking for multiple families is not very good but over all these was small things the beach is right down the road which was nice as well
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Reunion
Lot of memories crammed into a Week Reconnecting with family is great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Labresha J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
This property is perfect for large groups. Really nice with a nice pool area for entertainment. The location was only a block away from the beach which was great since we didn't have to worry about parking. Our family enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We rented the commanders Palace for a week long stay with 35 family and friends. The home had plenty of space to support the group our size. Many of the rooms are multi sleep so as long as you have people willing to share a room this place is great for large groups. Parking was a little issue so make sure you have no more than 10 cars. Location was awesome and beach is walking distance. Our contact Ray during our stay was awesome- we had an issue with the grill and gas stove, this was identified late evening but he still responded and was there the next day to correct. Ray service alone would motivate me to book this place again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Two houses with a pool two blocks from the beach
The houses were laid out to offer lots of options for kids, families, teens. There were 29 of us and we were not crowded . Tasteful decorations. Easy walk to the beach and a fun local restaurant. Renting the golf cart was great for carrying beach stuff. Also, we were able to arrange for a bonfire on the beach one night. The only drawback is the kitchen range. It still works but not well. All in all I would highly recommend this listing for location and space and the really helpful local management!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation 2023
Wonderful Family Vacation this year at Commander’s Palace !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We enjoyed our week with 37 family members . Property was great . Close to beach and pool area and seating was very accommodating. Golf cart was a game changer with taking items to beach . Ray was great and very helpful with any questions we had . Great memories made
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an awesome property
This property was incredible. Exactly what we were looking for for our large group of friends to get away for the week. Thank you to Ray for being so accommodating and helping us anytime we needed it. Stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

jese c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
Our family truly enjoyed our stay. Everything was conveniently close by to enjoy the 30A area. The house was perfect for our group. There were no complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Property !
The property contact person was very responsive,, and this whole property was perfect for our family reunion. Two of our cousins already own houses in Santa Rosa Beach, so we only had to have 17 people staying in this rental. So, with 6 bedrooms in the main house, and 4 bedrooms in the carriage house - we had plenty of room to spread out. The pool was awesome! We paid to have it heated, and we're so glad that we did. It was so wonderful and relaxing to swim in. Plus, this house is sooo very close to the beach, that it's a just very short walk (past 4 maybe 5 houses) to the public beach access. The house also comes with a beach chairs -*AND*- a golf cart, which my sister (who has nerve damage in her foot) used to get to the beach. Most of our group preferred to walk to the beach every day, because it's just so close. And - It's an absolutely beautiful beach - best in the world, IMHO. The sand is incredible - very white, clean, and soft as power. Everything about this place is great, and we would not hesitate to rent this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madelyne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVED THIS HOUSE
This house was soo beautiful and way nicer than what we expected. The beds were super comfy and there was tons of space everywhere. We did our wedding reception in the back and it was PERFECT. I highly recommend staying here. The only complaint I have is that the trash cans were all half full when we got into the house so we weren't able to fit everything. But the maintenance crew was very quick at responding and very helpful with all of our questions! We want to book another stay here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had fun.
Would do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

michael h.

Didn't live up to ad
There was left over trash on the property as well as left over food in the kitchen cabinet. Did kill some monster cocroches inside the house. The pool cleaning company needs to learn how to clean a pool. Both times he left bugs in the pool. We watched he barely skimmed the pool. The bottom was filthy. We saw a lot of rust and mold thruout the home. They also need to improve the lighting outside. You can't see the steps outside and my elderly mom fell. The house also needs to come with instructions about the house. Like how to use things. Also one dishwasher was out of order. The beach chairs and umbrellas are barely usable. No umbrellas around the pool area and dangerous rusted lawn furniture. They also need more large trashcan for inside the house you only get one.Plus trash bags would be nice. Over all thus house was not luxury like they described in the ad. I feel its overpriced. I also didn't like the next tenant showing up 2 days early wanting to see the house. Who does that? But I must say when I did call to complain about certain things they did make it right very fast.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosper Caltabiano
Great place to stay very convenient for golf cart to beach and pool was fabulous plenty of room for everyone !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

ava c., Cleveland tennessee

Wedding Weekend
House is large and great for groups but needs a lot of work and upgrades. Dishwasher did not work and one of the stoves did not work. Made it a bit challenging for our group of 20+. Mngmt company was very responsive to our calls.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large enough for the 30 of us
Great to work with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The pictures of the property are deceiving the rooms are small, the ceilings have mold and moisture mildew, and the water smells like sulfur coming from the drains.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway Greatness
The Commanders Palace was a great place to stay! Perfect location for our large family and easy access to the beach. The property manager was easy to get ahold of and our contact during the week (maintenance contact) was wonderful. We had a few hiccups with the golf cart and front door lock and she was extremely quick to reply, sourced a new golf cart and put on new door lock. Very responsive with other house questions I had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jose G.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great venue!
The property was all as advertised. Plenty of room, plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. The property managers were great to deal with on the occasional plumbing/maintenance issues.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room to move
This property had lots of space for our crowd and we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
We had the best experience visiting Santa Rosa Beach! Commanders Palace was the perfect size and space for our group!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica E., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
50th birthday with 34 friends
Spent my 50th celebrating with friends. Everyone was able to fit comfortably, there was enough space to "get away" if you needed a break from the party.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, but needs a little attention
The house and location are nice. Only a short walk to the beach. There are a few issues that need to be addressed. The air conditioning can only be turned down to 72. The hot tub water is only hot in the evening, so if you like to use the pool earlier in the day the hot tub water is cool. The photos show 10 chairs around the dining room table, but there were only 7 when we arrived. The couch in the living area has a very musty odor. Several pieces of bed linens had stains. One of the billiard balls was missing and the ques were broken.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great
Great experience
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot!
We had 22 people stay for a week and the property was great! Accurate description, good communication with the management company and we really enjoyed ourselves. I would recommend this property for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021