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BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!

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Everything you need inside and out for a great family vacation!
Located in Sunrise Beach, an adorable gated neighborhood with private beach!
Newly painted, 3-story w/ 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, pool & gorgeous Gulf view deck.
Just 86 steps to private beach and boardwalk!
Sunrise Beach guests enjoy a private, gated neighborhood right on the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!

BEST LOCATION on 30A for families and kids who love the beach and exploring! Enjoy "Bright Sunshiny Day" at the beach from this charming, newly remodeled beach cottage in the popular and picturesque private, gated, beach-front neighborhood of Sunrise Beach on 30A. The house sits on a cul-de-sac just 86 steps from one of multiple private neighborhood beach accesses. No public streets for the kids to cross to get to the beach, or beach crowds to fight with the help of a neighborhood beach attendant during high season! At the same time, the private beach is right next door to the public beach access at Gulf Place/Ed Walline Park, with full use of its amenities, including flag warnings, a lifeguard/first aid station, and wheelchair ramp access to the beach.

And with all the beach gear this house includes, all you'll need are your swimsuits and sunscreen! The property comes with free daily set up by La Dolce Vita beach service upon request of 4 free beach chairs (with footrests) and 6 free umbrellas (with which you can use additional chairs we provide with the house) on the private beach from March 1 through October 31, 2025, as well as towels, backpack beach chairs, a full-size cooler, a beach buggy, beach toys, and more--all for your use.

Nestled between the private white sand beach and adorable Gulf Place Town Center, you'll be away from it all and in the middle of everything at the same time. This fantastic community is just steps from some of the best beaches in Florida and is simultaneously surrounded by great eateries and local eclectic shops. No need to drive to the beach or restaurants! Home is just down the road from amazing shopping centers like Grand Boulevard, the Silver Sands Premium Outlet Mall, and grocery stores as well.

Come alive listening to great live music at Shunk Gulley. Restaurants and local eateries abound in Gulf Place. Enjoy one-of-a-kind eclectic artist galleries and shops. Get your Growler filled at Growler Garage 30A, while the kids have a blast at the local arcade or enjoy Pecan Jack's incredible candy/handmade chocolate & ice cream shop. All of the shops and restaurants are just steps away, with fun for the whole family. No golf cart or car is required to explore any of it! (But we do have room for a golf cart should you rent one, and an easy-access charging outlet on our front porch.)

Your Bright Sunshiny Day in Gulf Place on 30A will begin as soon as you pull into this charming neighborhood and up to this welcoming house! Your home away from home has space for multiple families to enjoy for long periods, with entertainment for everyone. This home is geared toward family fun! Plenty of kids' toys and activities, two TVs in the kids' room with an extensive kids' Blue Ray/DVD library with Blue Ray player in the kids' bedroom and the living room, as well as books and family games--from Giant Jenga and regulation Cornhole to Nerf guns and Laser Tag, to board games, playing cards, puzzles, and chess--will bring everyone together to make hilariously wonderful, close and lasting memories.

Bright Sunshiny Day is just moments from some of the best restaurants on Scenic Hwy 30A, but when you and your guests want to stay in, you'll have a gorgeous remodeled kitchen in which to prepare meals. The large kitchen features granite countertops and stainless appliances and is fully equipped with all of the pots, pans, Sabatier knives, bakeware, cutting boards, and dishes you could need, as well as an InstaPot, cookbooks, crockpot, stock/shrimp pot, and a spice cupboard, to truly enjoy cooking and sharing a meal with family and friends.

The first floor enjoys 2 adult bedroom suites -- each with comfortable, large beds, including one gorgeously plush king bed and one BeautyRest PressureSmart queen bed, each with an adjustable base. Both bedrooms have en suite baths, ceiling fans, beadboard walls & vanities w/engineered stone countertops. Each bedroom also has a streaming TV. One first-floor bathroom has a full bathtub, and the other has a walk-in shower. All bathrooms are equipped with hairdryers and we supply linens and towels--no need to bring anything from home but your toiletries! The first floor also includes a laundry room with a Samsung washer/dryer, ironing board and iron, so you never have to worry about running out of clothes.

Upstairs you'll find a spacious, open-concept living area with a kitchen, dining room, breakfast bar, living room, and oversized outdoor deck overlooking the gorgeous main beach at Gulf Place. The living room sports a 55" Roku smart streaming TV, and a hi-speed wireless internet cable modem/router for wifi service throughout the house, as well as a DVD collection suitable for the entire family which even includes Baby Einstein and Bob the Builder collection for the little ones. There are plenty of games and a large dining room table perfect for family game nights. The breakfast bar provides extra seating for your family meals to dining seating to accommodate 12 people, and the living room is large enough to include 2 ceiling fans. The kitchen comes fully equipped with practically every conceivable cooking utensil. The home's coffee bar has both a Keurig and a standard brew coffee pot.

The large wrap-around porch off the living room provides a perfect location for keeping an eye on the kids in the private pool while relaxing in the gulf breeze, viewing and hearing the beach and Gulf from the deck, and has a propane BBQ grill and a Pit Barrel Smoker! The second-floor oversized deck also has a fire table perfect for making s'mores in the cooler months.

A second master suite is located on the second floor and includes a king-size bed with a BeautyRest PressureSmart plush mattress with an adjustable base, and an en suite, newly renovated bathroom with double sinks, granite counters, full bathtub with shower, and private balcony.

The recently remodeled top-floor tower room is an ideal kids' retreat with 2 sets of bunk beds (with a double bed on both the top and bottom of each bunk) and a twin day bed with a small pull-out twin trundle, a TV/gaming station with seating, a streaming TV and Blu-Ray player. Kids tower sleeps up to 6 kids (or 5 kids and 1 adult), and has its own half bathroom.

There are beach and pool toys, board games, paperbacks, and an extensive collection of movies at the house to make a fun family night every night!

We spoil our guests by using an exceptional cleaning service before and after your stay that ensures you do not have to do the cleaning work before checking out. We believe you should NOT have to spend your last day of vacation cleaning, vacuuming, and doing laundry! Our post-stay cleaning service handles all of the bed stripping, washing, and making of beds, and other cleaning so that you barely have to do anything before you check out. We want you to leave more relaxed than when you arrived!

We also try to be accommodating as possible with all early check-in and check-out requests made in advance, and let us know if you need to make multiple payments to book. We are happy to help make this process as easy as possible for you. We do not charge extra for early check-in, when available.

The pool can be heated during the cooler times of the year as well. Please just let us know if you want to opt in to ensure the pool is at 88 degrees for your stay. Heating the pool during the coldest months runs an additional $35 per day, or an additional $25 per day in spring/fall, plus local & state tax of 12%. This fee can be handled separately from booking. Please just let us know at least 10 days in advance of your stay if you decide you would like to heat the pool.

SUMMARY:
Only 86 steps down the cul-de-sac to the white sand beach and no streets for the kiddos to cross in this gated, gulf-front community. Shops and restaurants are within 100 yards at Gulf Place. Grayton Beach, Seaside, Watercolor, and Miramar Beach/Sandestin are just a few miles away. Ample parking for 4 midsize or 3 large vehicles + golf cart (if guest rents one). Equipped with an electronic door lock system with contactless check-in, so you won't even need to get keys @ a rental office before checking in!

BEACH GEAR INCLUDED:
8 backpack chairs
12 beach towels
Misc goggles and toys, such as inflatable rafts, sandcastle & beach toys, balls, water Frisbees, Bacci balls, fishing nets, boogie boards, etc.
Between March 1-Oct 31, 2025 free beach setup by La Dolce Vita of 4 beach lounge chairs (with feet stands) & 6 beach umbrellas

ROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
*All linens and towels included*
Master Bedroom (Second Floor): Incredibly comfy and supportive BeautyRest PressureSmart King Bed with an adjustable base that will give you peaceful sleep, Private Balcony, Private Bathroom with Full Tub & Double Sinks

Second Master (First Floor): Incredibly comfy King Bed with adjustable base, En Suite Bathroom with Walk-In Shower

1st Guest Bedroom (First Floor): Incredibly comfy and supportive BeautyRest PressureSmart Queen Bed with an adjustable base, En Suite Bathroom with Full Tub

Bunk Tower (Third Floor): 2 Bunk Beds (double beds on top and bottom of each bunk) & Twin Bed with Twin Trundle (Sleeps 6) with half bathroom

Extra: Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Living Room

Keywords: 3 story, beach cottage, Gulf Place, Sunrise Beach, 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Close to Seaside, Watercolor, Grayton, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Emerald Coast, Heated Pool, Private Pool, Private Beach, Free beach setup, Free beach chairs, Free beach gear, Sleeps 12

Property manager

Gigi Rollini Thomas
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Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum of 7 adults, strictly enforced.
Maximum of 6 kids in bunk room (3rd Floor), strictly enforced.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Sirens at the Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • 30A Bike Trail - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 11 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Mctighes Irish Pub - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! have a pool?

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

Is BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! located?

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, just steps away from South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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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

Adam S.

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

Amazing Stay

Had an amazing stay. Communication with owner, location to the beach and shops, and neighborhood was all excellent. Having access to the private beach was a great bonus along with the beach chairs and umbrellas. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Family Fall Break

We enjoyed our stay at
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Amazing Vacation Spot

This property was perfect! Location was great and it fit our needs perfectly. The owners really have thought about everything their renters may need and we felt so at home. Great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Perfect Place

Great house with everything you could possibly need or want. The location was perfect. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

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

Best beach house

This is the second time we’ve stayed here and loved it again! The house is perfect for our multi-generational family. Gigi thinks of and provides just about everything you could need for a beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Great Family Spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our 3 generation family. Our four grandkids totally loved the beach and pool. The adults loved the house and the location. This is our second year staying here and have already reserved if for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Great Location

Really enjoyed the home. Very accommodating and well stocked. Would book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Always love our stay here!!

This is our 2nd time staying at this location. The property was exactly as described in the listing. The owner (GiGi) provided everything we could possibly need for our stay. Beach access is steps from the front door. The beach there is gorgeous. The location is great!! Theres an ice cream shoppe within walking distance along with restaurants and other shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne marie p.

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

Family memories made !!!!

Wow! Great house great location great Hosts . My family couldn’t ask for a more beautiful prefect vacation . The beaches are beautiful the pool was used everyday an added plus. Will return for sure. LOVED!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Amazing accommodations!

Steve and Gigi's home is the perfect spot for a family vacation! We traveled with two five adults and two children and the space worked great for us. The location of the house is within walking distance to several stores and restaurants as well as the boardwalk down to the beach. The home is stocked with everything you need to cook meals and is very kid friendly (books, nerf guns, toys, baby gates, etc.) You also can't beat the chair service down at the beach -- they set up and break down for you every day! We will definitely try to make it back to this home in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hudson B., Johns Creek, GA

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

Great Property

Great property, easy walk to the beach and restaurants across the street, will stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Wonderful stay

Nicely kept property just steps away from a private beach. The house was well stocked with supplies (kitchen supplies, towels, toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags). We especially enjoyed the included daily setup of beach umbrellas and chairs. Very walkable neighborhood. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Owners were easy to get in touch with. Seamless check in and minimal required of you upon checkout.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

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

Great stay!

Minutes to the beach and a private pool was a total must with two small children. They were obsessed with the pool. Great place, very comfy and had everything you could need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Third year at this property

A location where you can get to the private beach easily. Near restaurants, ice cream, shops. Less traffic than the Destin high rise condo area. In a gated neighborhood. We have 10 in our family, my wife and I have 2 children and their spouses and 4 grandchildren. This is our third year and we have booked it again for next year. No complaints, it checks all the boxes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vern H.

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

Beach Time

Bright Sunny Day was a cozy home pool was perfect for our little ones an just across the street was all different restaurants perfect location ❣️❣️❣️
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect arrangement for our three families. Incredibly well stocked. Loved the gated community and private beach with security and beach service. Wonderful location to walk to beach, restaurants and shops. Pool was an added plus for kids. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Wonderful Vacation!

The house is perfect! Perfect location, perfect size. The private beach is awesome- no crowds to fight. Gigi is very communicative and accommodating on all fronts. This is our second year staying here and we’ve already booked next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Annual friend beach trip

This beach "home" has everything you need for a great trip. The large front porch is the perfect place to drink coffee in the morning or watch the sunset in the evening. The owners provided beach chairs (in addition to the free set up), beach towels, ice chest and so many extras. Our group is planning a return trip next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

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

Best location on 30a

This home was the cleanest we have ever rented and kitchen was very well stocked. Gigi was very responsive to any questions we had. The location of the home is in Sunrise Beach and it is our favorite neighborhood on 30a. Private beach and close to restaurants and shops. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rusty S., Bulverde, TX USA

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

A very merry Christmas

Gigi is an awesome host, answering all our questions in very quick fashion, and providing one of most equipped rentals we’ve ever had. Great location to beach, dining, and shopping. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Wonderful Fall Break in Santa Rosa

Our extended family of 6 adults and 5 children from under 1 year old to 17 years old stayed at Gigi’s house during Fall Break. It was a wonderful experience. Beautiful house with everything you need in an ideal location with perfect weather. Can’t recommend it highly enough. And what a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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

Spring Break

We love staying at this house for spring break! Gigi and Steve do an excellent job communicating and are very responsive. Lots of extras (beach chairs, lots of beach towels, sand/pool toys) that make the trip, especially for kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

Annual Family Vacation

This house has it all! Location was AMAZING close to the beach and close to shops/restaurants. The house was so well stocked that we over packed. Private beach with chair set up so you don’t have to stress about saving your spot on the beach. We will be booking again. Thank you for the best week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay P., Cambridge City IN

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

Second year

Second year, booked next year. So I guess you can say that we like it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Awesome House

I have been going to Florida and renting homes for over 40 years. This was one of the most convenient and well equipped houses we have ever stayed in. Just a short walk to beach, house had everything imaginable that you could want or need. Also, very clean and comfortable. Hoping to stay here again soon!! Gigi was excellent to deal with and made for a wonderful overall trip!! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gigi Rollini Thomas

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This is more than just a vacation rental for us--we treat it as our home away from our home in Tallahassee, Florida. We love to be able to share our happy place with others, and know you will love it just as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This home is everything a home away from home should be. It has all of the amenities you could want, whether you are an adult or a kid, with just the right amount of comfort and style a beach home should have. Our goal is for you to feel like it is your home, even if just for a short while, where you can make lasting, warm memories, while having the night's sleep of your life! Your kids will be able to walk or ride to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, swim in the private heated pool, and explore the charming and lively Gulf Place Town Center that begins practically in your back yard.

What makes this property unique

This home has an amazing floor plan for entertaining and for multiple families with kids! The entire second floor--the place you will spend most of your time--has extra square footage to ensure a group of up to 12 will have plenty of space and seating to never feel crowded, while being able to spend quality time together. That is, after all, the whole point of a family beach vacation! Our home strives to ensure there is plenty for kids and adults alike to do, not just through screen time, but with a host of toys and activities that will be fun for the whole family, and fill inside and outside the house with fun and laughter!

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