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HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events

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Watch downtown nightlife spring to life as you enjoy cocktails on the balcony
Entertain on the Palafox balcony or sit quietly above the beautiful street.
Large galley kitchen with Jenn Aire appliances
Separate bar for entertaining
Historic seating from the Saenger Theatre

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pensacola, FL
  • Saenger Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Historic Pensacola Village
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Pensacola Bay Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom King

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom Queen

1 King Bed

King Bedroom W/ Private Bath

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events

This classic building in the very heart of historic downtown was built in 1885 and was once home to a family owned music store with a dance hall upstairs. If the exposed brick walls, wood floors, and high ceilings could talk, oh what stories they would tell.

Four french doors lead onto the 40 ft. balcony overlooking PALAFOX Street, Pensacola‘s most famous street so named for 19th century General Jose de Palafox of Spain.

Walk out the front entrance and you’re on Palafox Place, the very heart of downtown’s vibrant entertainment, shopping & dining district.

Walk to over 40 restaurants from your doorstep. Here are just a few that you can walk to in just 5 minutes: World-class dining at Jackson’s, Global Grill, The District, Iron, Carmen’s, & Angelena’s. For a more casual fare try the Wine Bar on Palafox, Jaco’s, Urban Swinery, Seville Quarter, Graffiti Pizza, Taco Agave, O’Riley’s Irish Pub, Kohn’s Sushi, Union Public House, Dog House Deli & much more. For breakfast try Parlor Doughnuts, Dog House Deli, Fosko Coffee Bar, Blue Jay Bakery, Bodacious or the Ruby Slipper. Your sweet tooth can be satisfied by just walking downstairs to PeterBrooke Chocolatier located on the first floor of your building.

Attend a symphony concert, opera performance, or kick up your heels at one of the numerous entertainment venues. This apartment is located right next door to the iconic Saenger Theatre, a performing arts theater built in 1925 & known as the Grand Dame of Palafox.

Walk to the Pensacola Little Theater, T. T. Wentworth Museum, and art & music festivals. Is baseball your game? This gorgeous apartment is just a 12 minute walk to Community Maritime Park where you can watch Blue Wahoos, the AA affiliate of the Miami Marlins.

On Saturdays walk up to the Palafox market, a treasure trove of local arts and crafts, homegrown vegetables, farm raised meats, breads, cheese, coffees, furniture and much much more is open just 2 blocks north every Saturday from 8 AM until 2 PM rain or shine.

The sparkling white sand of Pensacola beach is just a short drive. You can also catch the Pensacola Bay ferry just four blocks south of the apartment. The ferry will take you to Pensacola beach where are you can spend the entire day at your leisure. The ferry times vary with the season, so be sure and check their schedule.

This beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath loft is 2,000 ft.² , features beautiful exposed brick, high ceilings, and interesting antiques throughout.

It is the perfect place for your special event. (Event fees vary, so please contact owner for details.)The owner can help with the details for your event, whether it’s a catered sitdown dinner for 20, cocktails for 60, a bridal shower or rehearsal dinner, birthday party, or any number of creative events . Forget the plastic or paper plates. There is enough fine China on hand for a sit down dinner for 20. The owner can even arrange a pianist for your event.

This exquisite apartment sleeps 6 adults. Operative word is ADULTS. Need more sleeping accommodations? The apartment next-door, VRBO #1670292 can accommodate an additional 8 guests.

This apartment has Private gated parking, a rare find in the heart of downtown Pensacola.

Property manager

Deborah Dunlap
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact property owner for event approval/cost.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Property Damage Insurance is mandatory at time of booking. No smoking/vaping anywhere on the property. Violation = immediate eviction/no refund.
Events must be approved in writing by Deborah Dunlap. Fees are based upon the number of attendees.
Our private parking is for booking guests only. Never share the parking code. Violation of this rule results In immediate eviction/no refund.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 60
Note from host: Contact property owner for event approval/cost.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Pensacola

Located in Pensacola, this apartment is in the city center. Shoppers can check out Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Opal Beach and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Children's Museum and Blue Wahoos Ballpark are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pensacola, FL

What's nearby

  • Saenger Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Historic Pensacola Village - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seville Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pensacola Bay Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Blue Wahoos Ballpark - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 9 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seville Quarter - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪200 South Tap House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Graffiti Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Perfect Plain Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HEART OF DOWNTOWN Palafox Place Sleeps 6, Perfect for small events located?

Located in Downtown Pensacola, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Saenger Theatre and Pensacola Bay Center. Civil War Soldiers Museum and Quayside are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great way to escape the day to day hassle.

The room was larger and more charming than expected. And downtown Pensacola is a get away dream.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Downtown Location

Our family (all adults) found the property to be comfortable and convenient. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palafox Apartment

We loved this spacious, clean apartment! The balcony overlooking palafox was our favorite part. The rooms were huge and plenty of space to stow suitcases away. We will definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvonne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home base for wedding week!!

Could not have asked for a more perfect place to rent. Our son was getting married and wanted a place central to the Church and venue. We held a welcome cocktail party and the space was a big hit with everyone. Then the day of the wedding our son and groomsmen meet there for pictures and it was fantastic. Devan was an outstanding host went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. We will definitely book again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pensacola weekend

Phenomenal stay with amazing hostess
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The location is ideal for walking in Pensacola or catching an Uber. The property was clean and unique. Great AC and nice hot shower. We will stay again when we return to Pensacola!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Perfect location for a family with older kids. My kids range from 22-18. Beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tommy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bolyard stay

Everything was nice, TV could be updated or just basic TV stations , the connections weren’t 5at good, we didn’t watch much
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always great

Deborah’s place is always the perfect spot in Pensacola when we visit
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

guy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to the harbor

we this as our base as we prepared for a race to Mexico. Great unit, good communications. Comfortable and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Son’s wedding

We rented this and the adjacent property for our son’s wedding. This property exceeded all our expectations. Allowed a meeting place for family and friends between wedding activities. This property made the entire wedding experience truly special. The family and friends that came by were all impressed and thankful for such a beautiful place to gather. Thank you to Ms. Dunlap for her generosity and guidance with the area. Thank you to the property manager for being kind and helpful during our stay. There are not enough words to express how this property helped make the entire wedding experience greater than we could have imagined.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E., Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for Palafox Fun!

A group of friends from all over reunite in Pensacola once a year and this property fulfilled all of our needs! The space is perfect for entertaining and while we're more the lounging type than a wedding party would be, we had plenty of room to gather and catch up with our loved ones. The balcony provided a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy the street view while the central location was a perfect home base for all of our eating, drinking, and shopping adventures. I will definitely book this loft again (or the one across the hall - both are fabulous!)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beckie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always amazing!

Ms. Deb and her team take such pride in ensuring that our stay was everything we wanted. The space is incredibly wonderful and very clean. We hope to be back for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect!

Great location! Balcony was amazing! Slept so good! Everything was perfect! Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

November wedding in Pensacola

We stayed here for our daughters wedding in Pensacola. The property was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garvin B., Tallahassee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent . . . as always

This is our third year in a row and it never disappoints. Fantastic location, beautiful space, and great communication with owner. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cool property in desirable location

We were there for one of our son's wedding. We put up our other kids, their wives, my parents and bother between the two units. I was in this unit and it was wonderful. No issues, no complaints other than having difficulty finding the entrance from the parking lot. Deborah responded almost immediately to give me detailed instructions on where to go. Speaking of, she was super responsive to all requests and very helpful in all regards. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauralyn L., Pensacola, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure Pensacola!

We stayed in Deborah’s historic, beautifully renovated apartment for a much-anticipated wedding week in Pensacola. The location was nostalgic for us, as all 3 of my girls grew up in the Pensacola Children’s Chorus and performed at the Saenqer theater which is steps from the apartment. My daughter had the most perfect spot to get ready for her wedding, large and easily accommodating the bridesmaids’ getting ready process. The balcony trimmed with wrought iron overlooking Palafox was the ideal spot for her bridal portraits. The space was fabulously furnished, large and equipped for our every need. We can’t say enough about our stay! Thank you, thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional Property

We just finished up a 3 day stay at this amazing property in Pensacola. Historic charm meets modern amenities - with a truly unbeatable location. I can't recommend this property enough for families or groups. The common space is very spacious, allowing people to be together yet enjoy their own space. You are steps away from literally everything! The host was very helpful and easy to work with. One of those rare "perfect" properties for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W., Tallahassee FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amazing amenities

Of all the vacation rentals we've tried in Pensacola, this one is by far the best. It is centrally located in downtown a short walk from great restaurants and shops. The balcony overlooking the downtown boutique and entertainment district is simply amazing. And the comfortable bedrooms are well away from the noise the district generates so you can sleep well. You can easily drive to all the best sights from the private parking area in the rear. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beckie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Everything at Ms. Deborah’s place was perfect! The apartment itself was so clean and well organized. The location can’t be beat. We are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

India P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location!

The location speaks for itself, but in addition, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well prepped, the decor was gorgeous, and everything was very clean. We were worried the street noise might make it difficult to sleep, but the walls are well insulated and we slept great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palafox Palace

This was as good a VRBO experience as we have ever had. The three bedrooms and two bathrooms were large and comfortable and perfectly accommodated our immediate family. On top of that, the massive living/dining space was well equipped with more than everything we could have hoped for to entertain local friends and family for an afternoon Christmas gathering and dinner. And, of course, the location is as good as it gets for access to the revitalized downtown Palafox area. It was perfect for our Pensacola Christmas plans.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

We booked this apartment and the one across the hall for family in town for our son’s wedding. The convenient location and spaciousness of the property, made it so comfortable for everyone. It is very well appointed with everything you could need and the balcony is a nice bonus. Management is very attentive and responsive. We will stay again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staycation Heaven

Excellent location, perfect accommodations, Deborah was so helpful and easy to work with! Highly recommend her properties for a wonderful downtown Pensacola experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Deborah Dunlap

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The owner Deborah Dunlap is a local author, publisher, & historian who has published 15 books utilizing her vast collection of historic Pensacola photographs. She has preserved numerous iconic buildings in downtown Pensacola . She has been named one of Pensacola’s Visionaries by the Independent News, one of Northwest Florida’s top 25 most powerful women by Climate Business Magazine, one of Florida‘s People To Watch by Florida Trend Magazine. Deborah sits on the Board of Directors of the Pensacola Humane Society and served three terms as a director on the Downtown Improvement Board by mayoral appointment. Deborah is a member of Warrington Methodist Church and enjoys traveling the world and entertaining at home.

Why they chose this property

There is no other property like this in Pensacola. Guests have held weddings on the 40 foot balcony overlooking Palafox, wedding receptions for 40 people, elegant sit-down dinners for 20, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. The private gated parking is essential in the heart of bustling downtown Pensacola.

Right next-door is another one of my properties. See VRBO 1670292. If you’re wanting the whole floor, book both properties together and sleep 16 people.

What makes this property unique

Private gated Parking
Spacious accommodations
Sparkling Clean
Walk to over 40 restaurants and entertainment venues, outdoor markets, art galleries, museums and more.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests