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Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed!

Lakefront vacation home with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Experience the epitome of luxury and relaxation at The Journey Begins, your private beach vacation oasis on 30A. Enjoy miles of sugar-white beaches and mesmerizing sunsets, a short stroll or golf cart ride away from local beach access. Relax in style with an infinity pool, hot tub, fitness center outdoor seating area with a fireplace for endless relaxation.

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102379 sq ft

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed!


Welcome to The Journey Begins — your private beach retreat on 30A.

★ NEW 6-seat golf cart with GPS + sound system
★ Paddleboard included (with 4 life jackets) and 4 bikes with helmets
★ 2 community infinity pools with Gulf views
★ Pet-friendly (2 dogs under 50 lbs, pre-approved)
★ We personally self-manage — you get us, not a management company
★ Pool heated March 1–May 31, 2025, and October 1, 2025–January 5, 2026

LOCATION
The Journey Begins is in the gated Cypress Dunes community on the quiet west end of 30A, tucked between Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and the Gulf of Mexico. You’re minutes from beach access, dining, Grand Boulevard shopping, and the best of 30A. The home is just off 30A, so you can legally drive the golf cart on 30A to multiple beach accesses and restaurants.

OUTDOOR + COMMUNITY AMENITIES
• Stunning infinity-edge pool overlooking the Gulf
• Hot tub, fitness center, lounge seating, outdoor fireplace
• 2 resort-style pools total
• Access to rare coastal dune lake areas and walking trails
• Golf cart included for easy beach runs and exploring 30A
• Paddleboard AND 4 bikes included

THE HOUSE
Sleeps up to 12 total (including children). Perfect for multiple families, grandparents + kids, girls’ trips, or couples traveling together.

Sleeping Layout:
• Bedroom 1 (main level): King suite and premium mattress with blackout curtains
• Bedroom 2 (upper level): King suite and premium mattress with blackout blinds
• Bedroom 3 (upper level): King suite and premium mattress with blackout blinds
• Loft/bunk area: 4 twin bunks + TV hangout space for kids
• Queen sleeper sofa
• Additional: King Koil premium air mattress, gate for stairs, and pack-and-play

Bathrooms:
• Brand new master bath and upstairs bath (being fully renovated and completed by Thanksgiving 2025). No expense spared! It's going to be stunning!

INTERIOR
• 14’ ceilings on the main level, upscale coastal décor, and all-new designer furniture throughout
• Open-concept living/dining space made for gathering
• Fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, great counter space, and everything you need to cook, grill, or make snacks between beach trips
• Strong WiFi and multiple TVs

OUTDOOR LIVING AT THE HOUSE
• Screened-in porch with gas grill and comfortable seating
• Tin-roof covered porch with outdoor hanging bed
• Porch swings + multiple seating areas so your group can spread out
• Outdoor lounge areas, front and back porch (perfect spot for the slow mornings)

WHAT’S INCLUDED
We try to make beach days easy. At the house you’ll find:
• Beach chairs & umbrellas
• Cooler
• Ice maker
• Boogie boards & sand toys & towels & beach bags & beach cart
• Paddleboard (with life jackets sized for kids and adults)
• Golf cart access to nearby beaches — no loading cars and fighting for parking

DOG POLICY
We happily allow up to 2 dogs under 50 lbs if they are fully house-trained and approved in advance—pet fee: $200 per stay. Please message breeds at booking. (No puppies under 6 months or aggressive breeds.) Dogs must be crated or placed in the bathroom when unattended and are not allowed on beds or furniture.

POOL HEAT
The community pool is heated during:
• Spring: March 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025
• Fall/Winter: October 1, 2025 – January 5, 2026
Note: We cannot guarantee against temporary mechanical issues, but these are the planned heat windows.

GOOD TO KNOW
• Quiet, upscale, family-focused neighborhood
• No parties, no events
• Primary renter must be 24+
• Max occupancy enforced
• We offer a return guest perk: refer a new weekly stay and get 10% off your next booking with us

You’re not renting an anonymous beach house run by a call center. We personally self-manage and care deeply about the details that make a stay special. Every touch reflects how we love to travel — comfortable luxury, ease, and thoughtfulness throughout.

Enjoy:

Ultra-comfortable beds with fresh linens and ceiling fans in every bedroom

Fully stocked coffee bars with a Keurig, Nespresso, traditional coffee pot, grinder, and flavored syrups

Three outdoor living spaces — including a screened porch, hanging bed, and shaded patio seating — so everyone can relax or spread out

A cozy kids’ play nook and reading fort, giving little ones their own space while you unwind in the main living area with a book

From the layout to the small conveniences, everything is designed to feel personal, relaxing, and effortless — just like a true home away from home.

YOUR 30A PLAN
Take the golf cart to the beach. Paddleboard the rare dune lakes. Watch sunset from the infinity pool, looking out toward the Gulf. Grill on the screened porch. End the night on the hanging bed under the tin roof, listening to the breeze.

This is the place where the trip becomes a memory.

Book The Journey Begins and start yours. We pride ourselves on offering self-management! Most rental owned companies on 30 A DO NOT CALL YOU BACK OR CARE IF PROBLEMS ARISE!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,379 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Spray carpets with pet stain remover under the sink if your pet caused a stain to avoid extra fees. (Please check, as our maids do not clean pet waste, and a professional service will be called. )
Start a load of towels.
Pack and play, mats, and blow-up mattresses should be put away in their original places.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rental and golf cart agreements will be sent. No one under the age of 21 is allowed to drive. Must have a valid license.
No pets are allowed unless the pet has been added and paid to your reservation. Violation of this rule is grounds for immediate eviction.
Smoking and parties are grounds for immediate eviction. 0 party tolerance! 8 bands for the pool. No more than 8 adults per pool visit.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

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About the neighborhood

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • South Walton Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Seaside Beach - 19 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Taco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cajun Corner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pub Grimes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! have a pool?

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

Is Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this vacation home is steps from Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Topsail Hill Reserve Beach and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Pool heated all year! Pet-Friendly, Golf Cart, and Infinity pool! Self Managed! Reviews

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10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Very nice, quiet neighborhood in a great location.

Had a wonderful stay. We had a couple small issues were addressed to our satisfaction very promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany V.

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

Amazing stay!

Our stay at The Journey Begins was amazing! The hosts have thought of everything you need while staying there! We were so impressed by all the thoughtful touches in the home! Our kids loved the space as well. The house was so clean and felt so cozy!! We will definitely be back! The property, pool and beach access were top notch! Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

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

Staying in Santa Rosa beach

Very lovely home in a nice area. Pool and gym are nice and not too busy. The home owners are amazing people. Definitely an area for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

Perfect

The house was beautiful and had everything you needed very well equipped. The community pool was beautiful. The house was close to restaurants and shopping. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a wonderful setting. We loved the community center with a gym and infinity pool. Neighborhood is in a gated community and very quiet and serene. The home was clean and tidy with comfortable seating and beds. The golf cart was an added bonus. Owners were very quick to answer questions and offer advice on things to do in the area. We had a lovely stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Cypress dunes

The owners thought of everything you might need. Wonderful property and neighborhood! This was our second time to stay in this neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best VRBO rental ever! Beautiful. Clean. Easy check in and communication process. The home was beautiful and had sooo many things! It was just the absolute best! We loved the quiet. Thank you for the best stay ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Great Family Getaway

Stay was wonderful! House was well appointed. We had everything we could have needed for our family getaway. Close to shopping, restaurants, and stores. Appreciated the detailed instructions and recommendations for local things to do. One of the best rentals we have ever booked!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan A.

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

Wonderful stay

Gorgeous and spacious home with all the amenities. Close to the beach and restaurants. The golf cart and bikes were so convenient!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Great Stay in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Great house, great gated community, great pool- central location to so many things.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Spring vacation

Loved the home and location, plenty to do, clean, with everything g we needed for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton S.

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

Great spot

It was honestly a perfect spot, a little far from seaside and rosemary but the house itself and neighborhood was amazing. About a 2 minute drive to the beach and I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruma K.

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

Perfect beach vacation

Awesome stay! Will definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ray c.

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

Great Stay, Great Vacay!

Property was as advertised, spacious, clean, well equipped, and close to everything. Golf cart made for extra family adventure cruising 30A. Plenty of wildlife to see from deer to squirrels, to gators. Would stay there again and again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Emerald Coast Vacation

Great property plus great location equals great vacation! Add Florida sunshine, beautiful beaches and fresh seafood for a totally memorable time.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

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

Beautiful property and neighborhood

We can’t say enough about how great this property is. The kitchen is supplied with everything you need to prepare meals if you so choose. There are multiple items for beach and pool fun for children. The golf cart is a great plus for trips to the beach or pool. The beds are very comfortable. Frank and Jamie are excellent hosts and seem to have thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther L.

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

Great rental home

We really enjoyed our stay at this home, the owners really thought of everything. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Wonderful 5 week stay on the 30A

The property exceeded our expectations in all ways. The home was so well equipped for all of our needs and was clean and comfortable. We would absolutely come back! Frank and Jamie are terrific hosts!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla E.

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

Annual Family trip

Absolutely wonderful home and hosts! So welcoming and inviting
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geri H.

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

We loved the place!

I highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W., Franklin TN

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

Santa Rosa Beach/30A

This property had everything that you could need or want. We loved our stay there. The property managers are excellent and the home is beautiful.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

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

Great location to kick back & relax

The property more than met our needs. The location is ideal for either exploring 30A or chilling out by the pool. We really appreciated the gym facility & use of bikes & thegolf cart. The house is well furnished & comfortable & we made great use of the grill. In addition i would say the owners & property manager were excellent & super helpful.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

Annual Family Christmas Break trip!

Great house with lots of room and a very quiet neighborhood. This house is fully stocked with everything you might need and more. The beautiful infinity pool and hot tub was a game changer for our family. We would love to stay in this house on our next get-away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley M.

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

Lovely stay in beautiful neighborhood!

This home was so cozy and beautiful with plenty of space for our teens and us. We loved the workout room and amazing pool/hottub in the neighborhood and were able to easily drive to several beaches for the day. Really cool neighborhood and house, would stay again and the hosts are wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel T.

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

A perfect beach getaway

Lovely home that our family kept saying “this house is so cute”. Easy to get to and from the beach, wonderful location, communicative owners, and just a wonderful week! Would recommend and would come back every day of the week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024