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Beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61155 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Air conditioning
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  • Washer
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  • Kitchen
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  • Outdoor Space
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  • Free WiFi
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach State Park1 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeaside Beach6 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)37 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The location was wonderful, the hosts were attentive & Grayton was as GRAYT as always!
Jessie L.
Nov 18, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

100 yards to Beach~Steps to Pool~PRIME Location Grayton Beach~Heron's Watch

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely home:

* 100 Yards to beach and 100 Yards to Western Lake

* Steps from Community Pool!

* Just a block from the Zoo Gallery

* Snorkel the Sea Turtle Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Gulf Fishing Charters right from the beach! 

* Chiringo, Hibiscus and Hurricane Oyster Bar Nearby

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs January thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

Heron 's Watch is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms 1,155 SQFT cottage that is beautifully furnished; complete with a full galley kitchen, French doors leading to the deck, a master bedroom with a private bathroom, and a dining and living room areas perfectly sized for entertaining. With a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed in the second bedroom, a full bed in the third bedroom, and a sleeper sofa in the living room this home sleeps 8 comfortably. Enjoy the easy access to the beach, 100 yards away, or relax and enjoy the sounds of the gulf as you lounge on the front porch swing. With all the nearby amenities and the sparkling community pool just a few steps away, this location is sure to give you the perfect beach experience!

Bed Setup:

Master bedroom: King Bed

Guest room #1: Queen Bed

Guest room #2: Full Bed

Living room: Sleeper Sofa

AREA ATTRACTIONS: 

30A is a fantastic destination, the beaches are some of the world’s best with sugar white sand and emerald green waters. You will find plenty of beach accesses along a 17 mile stretch of Santa Rosa Beach. It boasts unique shopping, fantastic cuisine and the incredible architecture that makes 30A famous. Grayton Beach not only provides you with stunning views, it provides you with activities for everyone; kayak rentals, bike rentals, paragliding, fishing, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis -- you'll find it all right here!

Enjoy this Funky, Free-spirited town where you will find quaint historic cottages next to modern beach homes.  You’ll enjoy the many shopping and dining options such as ‘Another Broken Egg’. This is much more than a cool beach town, this location is the best of both worlds, enjoy a quiet relaxing getaway while still having a lot of action packed activities at your fingertips. 

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Sea Turtle Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 783 feet out from the Grayton Beach State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Sea Turtle Reef is at a depth of 12-19 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,155 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

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 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
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

30A Grayton Beach 100 yds 2 Grayton Beach Pool 3BR Heron's Watch
4578

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. Shoppers can check out Silver Sands Premium Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 1 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 7 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 100 yards to Beach~Steps to Pool~PRIME Location Grayton Beach~Heron's Watch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 100 yards to Beach~Steps to Pool~PRIME Location Grayton Beach~Heron's Watch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 100 yards to Beach~Steps to Pool~PRIME Location Grayton Beach~Heron's Watch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 100 yards to Beach~Steps to Pool~PRIME Location Grayton Beach~Heron's Watch located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from South Walton Beaches and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Seaside Beach. Grayton Beach and Point Washington State Forest are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!!
Wonderful house and great location. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay steps from the beach
We loved this property tucked in the heart of Grayton Beach. The beach is only steps away along with Red Bar, Hotz, and Chiringo around the corner. West Lake is close by as well. The house has everything you would want for a classic beach house. Two showers, 3 bedrooms, a large common area, and large porches front and back. Great parking attached to the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We enjoyed our few nights in Grayton. We loved the front porch and it was just a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect spot!
The location was wonderful, the hosts were attentive & Grayton was as GRAYT as always!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We love Grayton Beach! This is one of the older, small houses - a bit quirky and cool. So close to the beach and the lake —and The Red Bar! Community pool is excellent. Furniture is comfortable. TV is very small, but was rarely on anyway. Front porch is very nice. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sheryl L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and in disrepair
The home had bugs and was dirty. The bathtub is an unsafe place to shower as it is a slipping hazard, very odd set up. Looks nice in photos but the house in in disrepair. Floors are soft in areas, found bugs on the floors and overall appearance is not very tidy and clean. Needs a major overhaul at the prices being charged. Plugs in both bathrooms did not work. The stay was mediocre at best. I would not recommend booking this property until they get rid of some of the old non-functional furnishings, update and do a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone F.

Liked: Cleanliness
foreman
great stay, amazing location,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Greaton Week!
Katheryn was a hard worker. We ran into a problem with our original rental days before arrival. Katheryn helped us find an appropriate alternative. The communication during our stay was a real bonus. Will be back. Will recommend RealJoy to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Artsy cottage in the best location!
Scroll past all those negative reviews. This cottage was just the cutest. It’s an older house. I’m sure the people who only live in new manufactured homes can get prissy. But there is nothing like the charm and character of an old home. The solid wood doors, glass door knobs, claw foot tub, etc all just add to the unique charm of this cottage. Top it off with original artworks in every room (I’m an artist and really appreciated that), artsy paint jobs and matching furniture ALONG WITH the absolute best location, it really is a gem. Maybe add a cushion to the front porch swing. My only critique! We will definitely be staying here with the kids again. They loved it as much as I did!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Amanda K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
ROACHES IN THIS PROPERTY
BEWARE: NOT A LUXURY RENTAL. We had a MAJOR problem with roaches. There was a roach in my bed. Multiple roaches in the kitchen. Roaches crawling on the walls. There were roach bait stations throughout the house that I noticed upon arrival, indicating there is or has been a problem with roaches. They had someone come professionally spray while we were here and they left a can of Bengal roach spray for us to use that they ended up taking back. Even after this, I saw roaches for the entirety of my stay. I was unable to relax on my vacation due to the constant worrying about if there were roaches crawling on or around me. I got in touch with the rental company RealJoy and they offered me a $100 gift card as compensation. I paid several thousand to stay at this location. I called the office multiple times and was put in touch with Jonathan. This man insulted me, argued with me about what sort of cockroach it was in the house I was renting from them, interrupted me the entire time I tried to speak, and pushed me to my breaking point of yelling. I sent them multiple pictures of the roaches and had several people from RealJoy come out to the property. I was told the would have another professional spraying on the last visit and that never happened. Besides the fact that this rental is costing over $200 a day and there should not be a roach problem, I have a three year old son who’s crawling on the ground and playing constantly. I’m now having to worry about him coming across dead or dying poisoned roaches. I was reassured by them that the pesticide was “all natural” but let’s get real, it’s designed to kill. It’s considered “less toxic” than regular pesticides, still not something I’m wanting my child playing around. RealJoy has the absolute worst customer service I have ever encountered. After googling some reviews, it appears this company has scammed many people out of thousands of dollars. Besides all of that, this rental is nothing like the pictures. There are white patches on the walls where things have been patched. There is dust in the corners and on furniture. There were spiders and spiderwebs throughout the house. The dining room floor is sinking in. The walk in shower leaks water all over the floor and there are brown stained caulk lines on the floor and edge of the shower stall. There was black mold on the curtain and I was told that I would receive another one but that was never given to me.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021