Title: Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! Holiday home with kitchen, near Seaside Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114262300/114262284/60daa7bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114262300/114262284/523e3626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114262300/114262284/1e9fe656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114262300/114262284/078a7227.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114270000/114262300/114262284/62a6cd10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Seaside Beach, Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2012 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ## 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111280000/111272400/111272311/da4caf73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spend Fall by the Beach! 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No Events or Parties allowed. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6ccb5x ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) [View more Holiday homes in Santa Rosa Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183118-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.32164%2C-86.12132&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Xkfj1QUL3m06IUmFCjZdJYaq84=) Santa Rosa Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Seagrove Beach East - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Seaside Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Grayton Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Blue Mountain Beach - 13 min drive - 5.8 miles - Seacrest Beach - 14 min drive - 4.1 miles ### Getting around - Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 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 - ‪Great Southern Café - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! located? > Located in Seagrove Beach, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Seagrove Beach East and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Repertory Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whale of a Time- 4 Bikes- Carriage House- Dog Friendly! Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie E. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 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! ##### Julie E. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David J. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### David J. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca R. 18 Aug 2025 ##### Rebecca R. 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