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

Lakefront vacation home with an outdoor pool, near Santa Rosa Beach

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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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102379 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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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 which matters on 30 A!
★ Pool heated year around!

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, pickle ball, and newly updated gym!
• 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 fully renovated and completed 11/25! No expense spared! It's 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 all year long! We cannot guarantee against temporary mechanical issues.

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, ceiling fans, and rotating floor 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

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Located in Dune Allen Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a lake. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Rosa Beach and Miramar Beach. Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Our first view of the Gulf. Deer & bear can be found in the dunes area. Beautiful water & white sandy beach! #Trovember
    Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Its white sand beach for miles by hwy 30A.  And right around sunrise and sunset you get some very nice  Light
    Beach
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • An osprey hunts for lunch over the Gulf of Mexico
    Topsail Hill Reserve Beach
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • South Walton Beaches
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Rosa Beach
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    6 min drive
  • Del Taco
    6 min drive
  • Pub Grimes
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • Cajun Corner
    7 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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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Robbie G.

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

Wonderful experience for our family!

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The home was everything we could have hoped for. We loved the pool and the quick golf cart ride to the beach was great! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

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

A great vacation

The house was perfect for our week long family vacation. It had everything we needed and more. The hosts were very responsive. The pool was beautiful and relaxing. There was hardly anyone at the closest beach access. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Winter Stay with Snow

We visited Florida and it snowed! But we couldn’t have asked for a more Beautiful & Comfortable Home to be snowed in for 2 days! So bright and clean, had everything we needed. We were able to walk the neighborhood and surrounding trails and they were gorgeous. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great place, great time!

Everything was as advertised and Jamie did a great job of getting us checked in and making sure our stay was enjoyable…. Location was great… close to the beach, restaurants and to the pool and hot tub when needed. Would definitely go back if we’re heading to the north gulf coast again. Great stay. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

We had a wonderful time. The house was definitely set up for entertaining. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Wonderful!!

We loved this property! The house was even nicer than the pictures made it seem. We had everything we needed and more and the location was perfect. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTOFFER B.

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

Fantastic place and Ease of Stay

Was great. Different more secluded area of 30A but we thoroughly enjoyed it. Owners had thought of everything for the experience
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

R K.

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

A perfect stay!

We had such a relaxing and enjoyable stay at this property! The neighborhood is beautiful and quiet and the people are very friendly. Our favorite part of this house is their sprawling front porch! The furniture is very comfortable and the home is decorated beautifully. The owners provided all the conveniences: beach towels, umbrella, chairs, etc. we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JeremyandJessica G.

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

Beautiful, cozy home!

We loved our stay at this gorgeous, but super cozy home! Usage of the golf cart allowed us to explore the area and pull off to look at all of the nature that surrounds the homes. The pool was amazing and we slept like babies! The owners were so kind and had excellent communication with us. We’ll definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E., Greensburg, IN

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

Perfect Winter Escape

We stayed for 6 weeks with our 2 pups. The neighborhood was quiet and beautiful...very close to great walking trails. The house had everything we needed and then some. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. We will be back!!
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey C.

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

Great house in beautiful community!

We enjoyed the home on a multigenerational trip over the holidays. The home was very clean and well equipped. My children loved the reading nook and bunk beds. We really enjoyed nature walks throughout the community. Home is really close to both 30A and Sandestin beach, restaurants, and shopping.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

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

The Most Amazing Beach House

This was an amazing beach house! It includes everything you can possibly ask for on a beach vacation. The property was extremely clean and beautiful. Frank and Jamie are lovely hosts. We spent the weekend here celebrating my grandpa's 83rd birthday. The memories shared here will be cherished forever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Great Stay!

This was our second time staying "The Journey Begins" and it did not disappoint. The layout and feel of the home are excellent. The location is perfect, close to the beach and in a quiet well kept neighborhood. Having a golf cart is fun and extremely convenient. Frank and Jamie are incredibly quick to respond to any needs and are great hosts. This is our favorite VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023