Seaside stay .A stay at this Plantation vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of St. George Island Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Sikes Cut. St George Lighthouse and St. George Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).
St. George Island Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
St. George Island Fishing Pier - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
Restaurants
Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - 12 min drive
Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - 12 min drive
The Beach Pit - 12 min drive
Paddy's Raw Bar - 13 min drive
Bj's Pizza & Subs - 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.
5BR/5BA Private HEATED Pool! Steps to the Beach!
If you're looking for a private island retreat this beautifully decorated 5 bedroom 5 bath house each with its own on suite is it. With easy beach access via boardwalk with no street to cross in the Plantation, private screened in heated (for a fee) pool and natural quiet surroundings this house is sure to please. Relax by the screened in private pool with plenty of space for sunbathing. If shade is what you prefer the house has a screened in deck area with table for eating and covered deck space with seating.
This house also includes an outside enclosed shower and fish cleaning station to make life a little easier at the beach. There is a Park style grill to cook the daily catch. On the first elevated level amenities include 3 comfortable king suites with access to a large deck overlooking the secluded natural surroundings and a laundry space. The second level features a spacious living room space with flat screen tv and DVD/ Blu-ray player as well as a sleeper sofa. A large well stocked kitchen with everything you will need to cook for the entire family with 8 person dining table as well as island seating and access to the screened in outdoor dining space, there is one bedroom also on this level which includes a King suite.
The top floor features a large bedroom with two bunk bed (full over full with trundle) plenty of space for the kids with double vanity and access to private deck with views of the gulf. Bed sizes 4 Kings, two triple bunk (double/double) and queen sleeper sofa. Sleeps up to 14. Outdoors provides covered concrete parking, 1 park style grill; fish cleaning station; enclosed shower; private screened pool (heated for a fee).
Please note the HOA does not allow golf carts for renters.
Property manager
laura davis
Languages
English
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General
Garden
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
No pets 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
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.
5BR/5BA Private HEATED Pool! Steps to the Beach! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
Mar 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Great location. Very clean & accurate description. Love the plantation location. Plenty of room to park.
Sarah S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan C.
Nov 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family gatherings
Three brothers and a sister and spouses - plus a son-in law and 2 grandsons - got together to enjoy some fishing and relaxing. The great room and huge decks provided plenty of space for catching up. Easy walk to the beach. We'll be back.
Alan C.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Hugo M.
Sep 10, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
So much potential but needs maintenance
The property needs a lot of attention and maintenance in every floor. We found ourselves making compromises in many ways to make the property work. We didn’t use the balconies because the hand rails had cracks and felt very unsafe to allow our kids around the space. The bathroom in the bunk bed room had the shower roof caving in. Overall the property needs major renovations
Hugo M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Christine W.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brent W.
Jun 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home and Location
The owner was responsive and helpful. The house was as advertised. Great family trip!
Brent W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dee Dee P.
May 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a GEM!
This home has everything to make a beach stay great! Clean, so well designed with each bedroom having its own bath, well-stocked kitchen, decks, porches, and a delightful heated pool! Owner was VERY quick to respond to any questions. We were a group of adults 65+, and the elevator was a great asset! Many of us started making plans to bring our families back to this home.
Dee Dee P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne P.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Our Stay
We gathered with families (plus friends) and enjoyed the pool, proximity to beach, many different activities to enjoy while at Sandy Shores!
The house is beautiful and accommodated us well. Felt like a piece of heaven.
Our hostess was very responsive to our contacts.
Love to visit again!!
Suzanne P.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
tiiim b., TN
Nov 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, great location but…
We had a great stay, nice roomy house but the place needs some attention. We do recommend it, but just sayin it could be better.
tiiim b.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe L.
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had a great stay at Sandy Shores. The house is just a short walk to the beach via a path right beside the property. The covered pool is nice on sunny days. Very secluded and quiet area.
Joe L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
adrienne r.
Aug 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just gorgeous
We were super comfortable in the house. The house is well laid out, and each room has its own bathroom. The kitchen, dining and living room are large and fit our group of 11 people comfortably. We spent lots of time on the screened-in porch. The pool is lovely- large and so perfect after the beach. Everything was clean and as described.
This house is in a private community of a beauitful island. St. George is pretty remote and being in a private community, we practically had the beach to ourselves. The beach is just a short walk away, and we were able to leave our beach chairs folded near the boardwalk so didnt have to carry them each day. At the beach we saw pelicans, dolphins, and starfish! Waters were pretty calm most of our stay- great for kids. We also rented a pontoon boat for the day one day and went fishing.
We would absolutely come back to this house. Great host, great experience.
adrienne r.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ralph P.
Jul 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family memories
We had a wonderful time with our children and grandchildren from the parade to lots of time on the beach. The grandkids loved their bunk room and the pool.
The Picketts
Ralph P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bob C.
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This was our second family vacation staying at this property. Everything was as described. Our family really enjoys this property.
Bob C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
Jun 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, beautiful views
We had an amazing family vacation! The location is perfect - private, close to the beach with lovely trails nearby. We also had lots of fun in the pool.
Mary K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Victoria M.
May 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place
It is the perfect mix of privacy and beach vibes. It felt like we were in a tree house and within a few shots steps we were on the beach. House had everything we needed to feel at home. We stocked the fridge and didn't leave for 4 days.
Victoria M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Raymond W.
Apr 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this rental
Home was clean, spacious and just a great experience overall. Very short walk to a very private and nice beach.
Raymond W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brad S.
Dec 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway for a Peaceful Holiday Gathering
Sandy Shores provided a perfect getaway for a family gathering over Thanksgiving. We chose the Big Bend region because the travel time was about the same for relatives coming from the NC coast, southwestern LA, and eastern TN. We selected St. George Island for its peace and tranquility. We picked this home for its spacious floor plan, proximity to the beach, and relative privacy.
The layout of the home and its five bedrooms (each with its own full bathroom) was ideal for our group of three couples, two young children, and a toddler. Even when we were all in the great room, it never felt crowded. The elevator is very handy for those with mobility issues, and it was a huge help moving luggage to the bedrooms and groceries to the kitchen.
The sandy path to the beach is only a couple of football fields long, and most of that can be walked barefoot. If you are a tenderfoot like me, sandals are helpful for cross the gravel driveway to the trail. In the other direction, it is only a 10-minute walk along a paved trail to the Egret Pond. Longer strolls or bike rides open opportunities to visit a variety of natural settings, including beaches, woodlands, and marshes. In hindsight, we should have brought a couple of kayaks, although there are local rental options too.
Although we did not use it during our stay, the pool was well maintained. The nearby shower and toilet add a bonus for those using the pool. As others have mentioned, Laura Davis was excellent at checking in with us and responding to any questions or concerns.
We will certainly stay here again if the opportunity arises.
Brad S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mike L.
Oct 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy Shores
Great location and great pool!
Mike L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
brandy m., Defuniak springs fl
Sep 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Scalloping 2022
House is beautiful and well located , loved the outdoor shower and toilet options ! Great weekend !
brandy m.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Beatriz C.
Jul 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Good and beautiful location.
The house is surrounded by woods; it is a short walk to the beach, through woods; it is surrounded by easy and beautiful bike paths; it is walking distance to a park where one can leave overnight and launch a kayak, a canoe, or a small boat.
Beatriz C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne V.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
We very much enjoyed our stay. The house was a lot closer walk to the beach than I thought from looking at the map. The house was also a good setup to house us, friends, and all our kids.
Our property manager was also very informative and checked in frequently to make sure our stay was going well or if we needed anything. Would definitely stay here again
Anne V.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Russell B.
Jun 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandy Shores was awesome!
The house and location were excellent and Laura Davis (Property Manager) was a great communicator. She made sure we had all the information we needed.
Russell B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
ashley c., Georgia
Jun 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
The house was beautiful and spacious. Plenty of room for our party of 10! The elevator and pool were great amenities and the house was within short walking distance of the beach! Laura was great at communicating and answering any questions we had!
ashley c.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia F.
May 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We all loved the house and it’s layout. No one was on top of each other. Plenary of room for privacy if needed and plenty of room for gatherings. Short walk to beach. We are already talking about a second trip. Thanks for allowing us to use your Florida beach house. Cindy
Cynthia F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fayetta J.
May 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Mother’s Day getaway
We really enjoyed our stay. We had instant responses to questions from our host. Everything was perfect and the kids really enjoyed themselves. We will definitely come back.
Fayetta J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jefferson M.
Apr 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Five stars
My family enjoyed our stay and will book again. The host was very accommodating and fast to respond. The house was pleasantly clean, private and true to the description.