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Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly!

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Smart TV, ping pong
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms187 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Rosa Beach (Seagrove Beach), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Seaside Beach and 6 minutes from Grayton Beach State Park. .This vacation home is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Alys Beach and 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from Miramar Beach.

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Seaside Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 13 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬4 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.

Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly!

Welcome to Whale of a Time by Kismet Properties of 30A!

Heated Pool October 31st-January 1st, March 15th-May 15th

Whale of a Time is a luxurious 3-bedroom home plus a full carriage house apartment in the Grove by the Sea community. With sleeping arrangements for up to 9 guests, close proximity to the beach, and access to 2 community pools and a tennis court, Whale of a Time provides a comfortable and convenient stay on 30A for your entire family!

Key Features:
• 4 Bikes!
• Full Carriage House Apartment
• Dog Friendly
• Gas Grill
• Outdoor Patio Space
• Ping Pong Table
• Large Smart TV
• Washer & Dryer

Dog Friendly:
• 2 Dog Limit
• $175 Nonrefundable Fee Per Dog
• All Dogs Must Be Approved

Sleeping Arrangements:
• Bedroom 1 (2nd Floor): King Bed- Private Bath- Shower + Tub
• Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): King Bed- Hall Bath- Shower
• Bedroom 3 (2nd Floor): Twin/Full Bunk- Hall Bath- Shower
• Bedroom 4- Carriage House Apartment- King Bedroom- Private Bath- Full Kitchen- Living Area

Community Amenities:
• 2 Pools- 1 Seasonally Heated
• Tennis Court

Beach Access:
The S. Andalusia Beach access is located directly across 30A from the community entrance. This prime stretch of public beach gives renters plenty of room to enjoy the Gulf Coast!

Location:
Nestled in the sought-after community, The Grove by the Sea, positioned at the heart of Seagrove Beach, our location is truly unbeatable. Seaside and a variety of restaurants are just a stroll or bike ride away. Embrace the outdoors with miles of paved bike/walking path right across the street from The Grove's entrance, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of all 30A has to offer. Plus, the public beach walkover awaits directly across 30A from the subdivision's entrance, ensuring convenient access to our white-sand beaches.

Guest Access:
Guests are given a unique door code that is active for the duration of their stay.

Interaction with Guests:
We respect your privacy but can always assist you with any questions or recommendations.

Parking:
• Parking for 4 Vehicles.
• No Boats, Trailers, or U-Hauls are permitted.
• NO STREET PARKING

House Rules:
• No smoking
• No parties or events
• Must be 25 or older and staying at the property for the entire stay.
• The primary guest is required to sign the Kismet Properties Renter’s Agreement
• The Primary guest is required to upload a copy of their photo ID.
• Exterior cameras present at the home

Check-In/Check-Out: Check-in: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM

CANCELATION POLICY:
Guest receives 100% (less $250.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs more than 60 days before arrival; Guest receives 50% (less $250.00 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs more than 30 days before arrival; No refunds within 30 days of arrival.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,012 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

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

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 deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time! The house was perfect flr our crew of two couples and a teenager whobloved having their own space in the apt. The neighborhood was very convenient and was noce for walking or biking!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect rental home

Rental property was great and we enjoyed the neighborhood. Two poles and a short to the beach. And our two little puppies enjoyed the backyard. Will definitely rebook.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025