Title: Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! 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 # Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101226900/101226899/5a0f9e0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101226900/101226899/20d49c45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101226900/101226899/48cff1e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101226900/101226899/e45ca277.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101226900/101226899/6c68d9c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Family Tides, a beautiful beach vacation home where you can unwind on 2 large furnished screened porches or take a short 2-minute walk to St. George Island’s award-winning sugar-sand beaches. This dog-friendly property features an extra-large community swimming pool, tennis courts, pickle-ball courts, and fitness center. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! Welcome to Family Tides, a beautiful beach vacation home featuring spacious living areas, 2 large furnished screened porches, beachy décor, sleeping for 12, extra large community swimming pool, and a short walk to St. George Island’s award-winning beaches. This property is dog-friendly, so bring the whole family! Located in Resort Village, a small community of homes just 1 mile inside the St. George Plantation. Just a few steps out the door lies the largest swimming pool on the island with an Olympic sized 50-meter lap-lane, abundant swimming areas for older kiddos and adults, plus separate shallow pool for the "kiddies". This elegantly shaped pool is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping complete with tables, large shade umbrellas, and lounge chairs, so all you have to bring are family, friends, and snacks! Guests also have access to all other Plantation community amenities tennis courts, pickle-ball courts, fitness center, beach boardwalks, and Bob Sikes Cut. There are 11 miles of paved pathways spanning the island. There is a myriad of nature trails woven throughout the community - a true wonderland paradise. Across the bridge, Eastpoint’s craft brewery and seafood markets offer local flavors. Then just another 5 minutes from Eastpoint, you’ll find Apalachicola’s historic district (world famous for oysters & seafood) featuring trendy shops, culinary delights, arts, seasonal scenic air boat rides, entertainment, and more. The exterior of this home offers under-house concrete parking for 2, uncovered space for up to 4 more cars, and 2 covered entry doors. There is an elevator for guest-use that will help you easily carry up all your goodies! There is an outside fish cleaning table to clean your fresh catch along with a park-style charcoal grill. Along with an outdoor enclosed shower to rinse-off after fun in the sun. The laundry room with washer/dryer is located on the ground level. There is a complimentary dog-kennel provided for occasions when your pup needs a place to stay while you’re away. The first floor boasts 3 living spaces and two dining tables in a loft style, split-level floorplan. The upper living room offers a flat screen smart TV and stereo/radio, DVD/CD player with speakers on the first & second floors plus both screened porches. A split-level half-flight staircase leads down to two additional open living spaces, which includes 2 queen sleeper sofas, along with their love-seats, and access to covered screened porch with a table for 8. The well-appointed kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters is perfect for preparing meals! The high-top dining table, seats 8, is sure to be a favorite gathering spot for meals, puzzles, and games. An additional 4-seat multi-use gaming and eating table located next to the living room, flows nicely to the open kitchen/dining area. Sleeping accommodations start on the second floor. The first is the king bedroom, with smart TV, plus direct access to the covered screened porch with pool view and ensuite bath. The second is the queen bedroom with smart TV and ensuite bath. The third bedroom offers a queen bed with smart TV and access to the covered screened porch with pool view. The fourth bedroom has two twin beds and smart TV. A shared full bathroom located between bedrooms 3 & 4. Bed Sizes: 1 King, 2 Queen, 2 Twin, 2 Queen Sleeper Sofas Limit of 1 dog up to 100 lbs. or 2 dogs up to 25 lbs. each. No cats ; owner has severe allergies! This is a NON-SMOKING property. Golf Carts are not allowed with rentals in the Plantation. Your beach vacation rental through Gulf Coast Vacation Properties includes a $250 beach gear credit that can be applied to beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, paddleboards, kayaks, beach wagons and more! 2026 Monthly Rates(before taxes): January (Jan 3-Jan 30) $4,315.95 February (Jan 31-Feb 27) $4,315.95 March (Feb 28-March 27) $5,350.95 December (Dec 5-Jan 1) $4,315.95 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available 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 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 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 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 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. ### Property is also known as 3052-257582 ## About the area ![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%7C29.64171%2C-84.90907&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o6nosz4iETol1b5BkVophSPacGg=) St George Island, FL #### What's nearby - St. George Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - St. George Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles - St. George Island Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles - St. George Island Fishing Pier - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles - Sikes Cut - 14 min drive - 4.2 miles #### Restaurants - Blue Parrot - ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬8 min drive - ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mango Mike’s - ‬8 min drive - ‪Coffee And Cream - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! located? > Located in Plantation, this holiday home is steps from St. George Island Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from St George Lighthouse. St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dog-Friendly, Resort Pool, Free Beach Gear, 2-min Walk To Beach! Reviews 9.8 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Property had easy access to both the ocean and pool. The home had lots of space for puzzles and card games. Kitchen had all the meal prep/cooking/serving items we needed. All three generations present had a great vacation! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John S. 22 Jul 2024 #### Family Tides Review Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful family vacation. The property was very clean and well maintained. The location was perfect as it was a short walk to the pool. We enjoyed biking and the pickleball court. ##### John S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caye C. 8 Apr 2024 #### Perfect Family Vacation Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented this home for Spring Break to enjoy a vacation with our adult children and grandchildren. It was such a wonderful week on the island; great weather, quiet beach, breezy biking, good food and a fantastic rental home. Family Tides I was spotless and so well appointed, lots of light inside, an easy walk to the beach, with absolutely everything you need. GCV Properties were responsive and accommodating. Will totally rent again through them. ##### Caye C. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Avanti-Palms-Resort-And-Conference-Center.h3916.Hotel-Information) > > [Sunset Key Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Sunset-Key-Cottages.h17456804.Hotel-Information) > > [The Shire at West Haven 101](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-The-Shire-At-West-Haven-101.h35790310.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Kimpton-EPIC-Hotel.h2237168.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Royal Pacific Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Royal-Pacific-Resort.h856706.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Miami-Beach.h74574.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Bentley-Hotel-South-Beach.h120299.Hotel-Information) > > [Esmé Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Esme-Miami-Beach.h58072094.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Club-Vacations-At-Orange-Lake-Resort.h6315.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Plaza Resort & Suites by Wyndham Orlando Intl Drive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Ramada-Plaza-Resort-Suites-By-Wyndham-Orlando-Intl-Drive.h897604.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Portofino-Bay-Hotel.h201033.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Hard Rock Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Hard-Rock-Hotel.h485506.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-1-Hotel-South-Beach.h1790087.Hotel-Information) > > [Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Southernmost-Beach-Resort.h863329.Hotel-Information) > > [Magic Village Views Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Magic-Village-Views-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h36882728.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Naples5th-Avenue.h12805323.Hotel-Information) > > [LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort - A Noble House Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-LaPlaya-Beach-Golf-Resort-A-Noble-House-Resort.h25199.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Resort-Surfside-Inn-And-Suites.h27522522.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampa-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Tampa-Downtown.h59632755.Hotel-Information) > > [Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Loews-Miami-Beach-Hotel-South-Beach.h81223.Hotel-Information) > > [UMA House by Yurbban South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-UMA-House-By-Yurbban-South-Beach.h74778624.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Cabana-Bay-Beach-Resort.h5963292.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Sorrento Oceanview Junior Suite with free parking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Sorrento-Oceanview-Junior-Suite-With-Free-Parking.h29618894.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Greystone - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Greystone.h34892018.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Inn-Suites.h33770341.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Miami-Beach.h1190549.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-At-The-Entrance-To-Universal-Orlando.h5398.Hotel-Information) > > [The Seagate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delray-Beach-Hotels-The-Seagate-Hotel-Spa.h2803783.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Grand-Beach-Hotel.h2238836.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Aventura Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Aventura-Hotel.h18352896.Hotel-Information)