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Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches

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Consider a stay at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and a playground. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches

  • 🌊 Calm Water Swimming at Your Doorstep • Gulf Beaches Minutes Away

    Welcome to a truly special family retreat on the Big Lagoon, where children can swim and play safely all day in calm, shallow water, while the iconic white-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico are just minutes away.

    This home is perfectly suited to families wanting to explore beautiful Pensacola:
    • The Lagoon is peaceful, protected, warm and ideal for children.
    • The Gulf is breathtaking, dramatic and perfect for beach days and adventures.
    • Together, they create the best of both worlds for a relaxed, memorable family holiday.

    🏡 Designed for Families • Loved by Kids!

    This spacious waterfront home comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests and is designed for families to spend real time together, without feeling crowded.

    Highlights families love:
    • Calm lagoon swimming directly outside the house
    • A fun upstairs family suite that kids adore
    • Large open-plan living and dining areas
    • A generous screened-in porch with water views
    • Shaded picnic space and outdoor shower downstairs

    Children can swim, paddle, explore and play from morning to evening, while adults relax nearby, coffee in hand.

    🌅 The Screened-In Porch • Everyone’s Favorite Spot

    The large screened-in porch is the heart of the home. It’s where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the water, post-lunch siestas stretch into lazy afternoons and evenings end with glowing lagoon sunsets.

    Breezy and beautifully positioned, this space is consistently mentioned as a guest favorite.

    🛋️ Space to Gather • Space to Breathe

    The open-plan living and dining areas are ideal for large families and multi-generational groups. There is comfortable seating for everyone, dining space for shared meals and celebrations, smart TV with access to your streaming accounts and high-speed internet for work, school or entertainment.

    Whether you’re cooking together, playing games or winding down after a full day outdoors, the house feels relaxed and easy.

    🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen for Family Meals

    The kitchen is fully equipped for real cooking.

    It's perfect for family breakfasts before beach days, packing lunches for Gulf outings and easy dinners in the evenings. Everything you need to eat well and comfortably is here.

    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Amenities

    We’ve included thoughtful touches to make travelling with children easier.
    • Travel cot
    • Family board games and puzzles
    • Outdoor shower (great after swimming)
    • Washer and dryer

    📍 Location & Getting Around

    You’re perfectly positioned to explore the area:
    • Perdido Key is minutes away
    • Pensacola Beach is an easy drive
    • Downtown Pensacola offers dining, shops, history and attractions

    A detailed welcome book is provided with curated recommendations for family-friendly activities, restaurants and outings.

    ✨ The Vibe

    This is a not a generic rental or a crowded beach scene. This is a real family home and the pace here is slow, peaceful and family-focused. It’s a place where children thrive, parents truly unwind and days are shaped by water, light, and time together. Families return year after year for exactly this feeling.

    • • • Discount offered for stays of a week or longer • • •


    There are so many things to do nearby! Here are some ideas:

    Time on the water:
    • Southwind Marina is 100 yards away; boaters are welcome.
    • Paddleboarding, jet skiing, sailing and deep-sea fishing at Rock Bottom Charters, • • Blue Dolphin Cruises and Big Lagoon Jet Ski rental (1 mi).
    • Big Lagoon State Park (1 mi) and famous Johnson’s Beach (with its sugar-white sand directly on the Gulf of Mexico) is a quick 2 miles away.
    • Gulf Islands National Seashore Park (2 mi) is a beautiful wild stretch of sand referred to as a ‘treasure’ among the more developed beaches in the area, and offers hiking, biking trails, kayaking, snorkeling, wild-watching and Ranger-led tours.

    Eating and drinking:
    • Local breweries include Gary’s Brewery and Biergarten on Gulf Beach Highway and Pensacola Bay Brewery.
    • Blue Bayou Coffee Company on Gulf Beach Highway
    • Jaco’s, an upscale fine dining facility, is just down the road.
    • For the gourmet, a visit to Joe Paddy’s Seafood reveals the freshest seafood selections arriving daily on its shrimp boat fleet.
    • Famous Flora-Bama (7 mi) hosts weekly live concerts on the beach, is a popular hot spot and dance venue.

    Sporting:
    • Golfing opportunities can be found at Lost Key Golf Club (3 mi) and Perdido Bay Golf Club (2 mi).
    • Public tennis courts are available all around Pensacola, and private coaching is available at Roger Scott Tennis Center.
    • Perdido Key Children’s Park is within walking distance of our home.
    • AA Pensacola Wahoos minor league baseball (Miami Marlins farm team) is a popular family attraction.

    Arts and Culture:
    • The world famous National Naval Aviation Museum (at1 mi) is an absolute must-see attraction. The Pensacola Lighthouse is also on base and a popular spot.
    • Downtown historic Seville Square is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and features a gazebo for local free concerts and festivals.
    • T. T. Wentworth Museum, located in Plaza Ferdinand VII, is part of the historic Pensacola Village Museum complex.

    Local excursions:
    • The Pensacola Beach Boardwalk is a 15 mile drive and Santa Rosa Island is a popular day trip.
    • Orange Beach, Alabama is a 15 mile drive and popular excursion for beaching on the Gulf, dining and shopping.
    • New Orleans is a 3 hour drive and easy overnight trip.

    We want guests to fall in love with our unique beach house on the Big Lagoon and we are always open to suggestions to have you come back again and again!

    Home amenities include:
    • Large Open Kitchen/Dining area overlooking the water
    • Fully equipped kitchen with full-sized appliances and glasses, dishes and cookware
    • Laundry room with large Washer/Dryer
    • Starter supplies of paper towels, dishwasher tablets and laundry detergent provided
    • Efficient heating and cooling system - 2 zones
    • Ceiling fans in all rooms
    • High-speed Internet access
    • Smart large TV in the open living area with Cable/DVD (guests may sign-in to personal Netflix, Hulu, etc.)
    • Outdoor private parking for up to 4 vehicles
    • Non-smoking environment
    • Pets not allowed

    • Long term rental agreements and prices available for NAS Schools Command

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not childproof. No high chair but have pack-n-play

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Pensacola, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Pickens is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Perdido Key Beach. Festival Grounds at Pensacola Maritime Park and Pensacola Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Pensacola travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Four U.S. Navy aircraft inside a building with a glass ceiling.
    Pensacola Naval Air Station
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, high-rise hotels, and a clear blue sky.
    Perdido Key Beach
    9 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and tall buildings in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    36 min drive - 28.2 miles
  • A beach with white sand and tall grasses leading to the ocean.
    Pensacola Beach Beaches
    43 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station
    26 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jetport Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Starbucks
    5 min drive
  • Beach Buzz
    5 min drive
  • American Legion
    7 min drive
  • Hub Stacy's At The Point
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Waterfront Family Retreat | Calm Water Swimming | Close to Gulf Beaches located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pensacola holiday home is steps from Pensacola Big Game Fishing Club and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Pensacola Naval Air Station. Johnson Beach and Fort Barrancas are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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