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Beach nearby
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alligator Point, FL
  • Public Beach Access
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bald Point State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alligator Point Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Panacea

Seaside stay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Panacea vacation home, you'll find Public Beach Access and Bald Point State Park. Alligator Point Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Bayside Marina is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Public Beach Access - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bald Point State Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Wilson Beach - 15 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Mashes Sand Beach - 17 min drive - 16.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alligator Point Tiki Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Trader Shrimp Co. - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jim Dog's Deli And Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddy's Pizza - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Amazing Oceanfront Retro Beach Home on the Gulf! 15% off a week stay thru April!

Breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico! Great fishing right out front and beach access is a 2 minute drive away! This nearly 1,700 sf oceanfront home has 2 bungalows that are connected by a breezeway. The front bungalow has a large living space, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and 2 bedrooms. The back bungalow has an office space with a single bed, a bedroom with a queen bed, a half bath, a laundry/shower room, and a mud room. The two homes are connected by a breezeway that makes a perfect home for a large family that either wants a private area in back or leave the doorway open for children. The exterior of the home has the best of both worlds with the gulf 60’ away in the front and a private serene backyard in the back. The dolphins are a daily site from the front porch! The back has a canal that brings in various herons and cranes for the bird lovers. In the evenings you can enjoy a fire iby one of two fire pits and view the stars without any light pollution!

Please note that this home is located on Alligator Point. If this is your first time vacationing here, please do your research of the area and the Forgotten Coast. Alligator Point is in a secluded laid back area of Florida aka “Old Florida”.

Property manager

Andrea and Jason Groves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (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

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Amazing Oceanfront Retro Beach Home on the Gulf! 15% off a week stay thru April! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margie M.

Stayed 55 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed!
The home on Alligator Point was exactly what we needed this past week! The home was just as described! The retro beach home was extremely accommodating with all the necessities that my family & I wanted/needed. The views of the ocean, dolphins, birds and sunset from the front deck was like I was in a movie! Don’t let me forget the star gazing, shelling & fishing!! Just Wow! Andrea & Jason were amazing hosts and very responsive! I knew going in that the home would be located in “Old Florida aka the Forgotten coast”, but it was perfect for our family looking to just relax in the water & sun with gorgeous views, without the commercial hustle & bustle! We would LOVE to return and can not wait!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAROLD O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Perfection for Needs.
FIRST IMPRESSION WAS THE EXTRA LARGE PORCH, FOR OUR VIEWING PLEASURE OF THE OCEAN FRONT. THE PORCH WAS LIKED BY ALL : WIFE AND DOG. THEN ENTER A SPACIOUS OLD FLORIDA COTTAGE, EXCEPTIONLY CLEANED AND DECORATED, DOWN TO EVERY DETAILED ITEM NEEDED, TO INCLUDE A QUIET RELAXING TRIP. THE HOST WAS TOP NOTCH, AND VERY THOUGHTFUL TO DETAIL . THE STAY WAS ACCOMMODATING FROM HOST TO THE COTTAGE.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the peace
Andrea was very responsive. What a wonderful remote area. So peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

dee p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alligator apoint
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We had a great time, thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
The house was perfect for our family. Location was perfect for what we wanted. Quiet friendly neighborhood. We would go across the road to fish, take the kayaks 5 mins down the road to the state park and watch the Dolphins from the front porch, . The only issues we found with the property was the back “bungalow” did not stay cool enough for us. It helps if you shut both the doors to the breezeway. The Host was quick to respond to all of my questions. The only drawback to the location is the 35+ min drive to town for anything, but we knew this going in. Go prepared 😜
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful water view
We enjoyed our stay very much. My wife and are seniors, and it was ground floor living. Very hard to find on the water. The home had a couple hiccups, the owner is handle them right away. Great commutation. Would definitely stay again. JIM & Wyndi..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway!
It’s a nice getaway from the fast pace and busy schedule of life. The beach wasn’t crowded even though it was prime spring break time and we were able to get some good sunbathing in. The water was not the clear blue of the gulf coast that we were expecting, but it was still good to play around in and there were plenty of dolphin sightings! Star gazing was amazing as there is little to no light pollution. The owners were very responsive and helpful and great to work with. Knowing that the closest Walmart was 45 minutes away, we opted to bring our food - that worked out well for us. It was a great place to stay if a laid back, relaxed beach vacation is what you’re looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dillon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun town
Was very fishy
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house, Alligator Point
Andrea, the owner, was very helpful on all occasions, from booking to check out. The beachside house was very clean and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The house is centrally located for easy access to hiking trails, public beaches, bird watching and cycling. The beach house on Alligator Point is definitely a rental we would consider returning to.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clydean B., Kathleen, Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
The ocean right out the front door!
Lovely cottage home, spacious,clean and very comfortable. The owner was prompt to reply to any concerns and to also share info of possible area activity and happenings of interest.The yard and everything was well cared for. Thanks for sharing your home ❤️
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall fun
2nd time staying here. Love the place. Good fishing across the road. Very clean. Will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week at the coast
Rustic and fun. Every amenity. Super functional and easy. Owners thought about everything. Beach chairs, bikes, cooler, new appliances. Breathtaking view from the front porch. Beautiful starry sky, zero light pollution.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
Spent a week in September with the wife and dogs. House was clean and well equipped. Soft sheets and warm breezes. Wifi worked well and the beer was cold. Communication with the owners was outstanding. We're looking forward to spending time there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

LeQuita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
OCEAN VIEW
This house is in a good location with easy access to Bald Point and public beach accesses. The owners are FABULOUS to work with. Quick response times, very accommodating, and very friendly and professional.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rita L.

Family vacation 23
We enjoyed our first visit to Aligator Point. It is the most peaceful relaxing place. The house was perfect size and decorated beautifully, very cheerful and exactly what you would want in a beach house. The apartment in the back was nice but the A/C did not work adequately back there, it never cooled down the whole week we were there. The bedrooms were nice size but we found bugs in the one we stayed in so probably need to have an exterminator come out to spray. We loved the view from the front porch, watching the pelicans diving after the fish and seeing the dolphins was fun. The only disappointment was that you cannot access the water in front of the house. We saw in the photos that it was rocky but thought there would at least be access to the water. Overall we enjoyed our vacation and the beach 1/4 mile down the road was nice and very private, we found many beautiful shells.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and tranquility!
The house was just perfect!! If you’re looking for a non touristy quite place to regain your sanity and forget about everything else going on in your world, THEN THIS IS THE PLACE!! And the fact I was able to bring my ESA with me made it even better! Andrea was the perfect host and made sure I had everything I needed to enter the house smoothly and safely. The only for the 4 stars on the check in is because unfortunately the cleaning service was there when we arrived for our 3:00pm check and we did have to wait an hour and half for her to get done. But this is in NO WAY Andrea fault!!! Thank you a beautiful peaceful week! I would definitely recommend it and I would say our family would definitely be back but…. Our family has been blessed and we’re actually moving down there in our own home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark h., Auburn

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
It checks all the boxes!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky bungalow w great view
This is a quirky old beach home w tons of character. Kitchen was a little awkward to cook in, but well stocked w pots, pans, knives, etc. Even though it is across the street from the water, it is a short drive/bike ride to a beach without rocks and pile ons. Nothing fancy, but perfect for our family and a good value. Andrea was quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
We liked the comfy house, sitting on the deck watching the dolphins everyday and seen some sharks as well as the ducks, pelicans, an seagulls. Fishing was good across from the house. If u are looking for a place to relax an unwind this is it. If u are looking for clean blue water with a beach on location or close this is not the place. Goin to Walmart is 40 mins away, gas station or convenient store store is 10 mins away. We drove up the coast to Mexico beach which is 1hr 40 mins to swim. Overall house is nice but inconvenient location.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Karen h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feb-March 2023
Kitchen is well equipped- in regards to supplies and appliances- awkward for cooking. Second bathroom is an odd configuration,. This is an old Florida block home which is part of the charm/problem.
Stayed 41 nights in Jan 2023