Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Santa Rosa Beach
Sleeps 16•5 bedrooms
Popular amenities
On beach
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Santa Rosa Beach
Place, Santa Rosa Beach
1 min walk
South Walton Beaches
Place, South Walton Beaches
8 min walk
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
Place, beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
4 min drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home
GULF FRONT 30A home with a large pool (15X30) located right on the beach in the Dune Allen community is perfect for large fun-filled gatherings. This house is near Gulf Place with shops, dining, tennis, golf and more! Only 100 yard walk to enjoy all of these local amenities, yet the entrance canopy of plants/palms/natural vegetation insures your privacy and seclusion.
This 5 bedroom home features three (3) GULF FRONT bedrooms and two (2) poolside bedrooms plus a spacious family room with large screen TV. There are stone and wood floors throughout with lots of original art and custom linens for a coastal flair. The WELL EQUIPPED kitchen features all stainless steel appliances including 2 refrigerators, a separate ice maker, coffee appliances for the coffee lovers, and an under counter wine refrigerator. Ample space for outdoor entertaining and relaxing is highlighted with two (2) covered porches (with Travertine stone) overlooking the gulf as well as a grilling area featuring propane gas & Weber Kettle charcoal grills (located by the pool). This property is great for off-season getaways with a 15' x 30' gunite pool that can be heated (for an additional charge per week), and gas fireplaces in the den and master bedroom. Outdoor furniture has been upgraded on the top deck and poolside in the last 2 years.
Great Expectations is a 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home that sleeps 16 (3 kings, 3 queens, 4 Twin bunks). Each bedroom has it's own private bathroom as well as new (2019)TV's. The home is approximately 3000 square feet with lots of room to relax.
Private walkway leads to the beach. 6 BEACH CHAIRS AND 3 UMBRELLAS SET UP DAILY ARE PROVIDED AT NO ADDITIONAL COST (March 1-October 31). High Speed internet service provided.
Weekly only preferred March thru October (nightly considered - handled on individual basis with owner approval). Become a fan on FACEBOOK!
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Property # 144888vb
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 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
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Destin Commons, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Club LA and LuLu's Destin, FL.. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - 4 min walk
Stinky's Fish Camp - 3 min drive
South Of Philly - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home?
As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$12,838, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Set 'Great Expectations' in This Beautiful Gulf Front Home located?
Nestled on the beach, this Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Wayne Walker/ Jennifer Jordanov
Wayne and Mary and Mary's brother, Bill, bought Great Expectations in 2001 and in about 3 months we redid the interior and added 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Lots of demolition work! Wayne and Mary live in an artsy little town in Alabama and Bill lives in California. We all love to vacation together at Great Expectations in the off-season....but Bill always says that 'Mr. Project' (Wayne) keeps us busy the whole time working on the house! We do find time to have a little bit of fun.
Why they chose this property
We have been coming to this area since 1981 and have seen lots of changes. We bought this house with the intentions of making changes and adding a pool. We love to do projects and thought this would be a lot of fun, but it was a ton of work!
What makes this property unique
We love having a pool at Great Expectations. We have spent some Christmas vacations there and have been swimming in the heated pool while it was about 35 degrees outside. Lots of fun, but extremely cold when getting out! We also love having Smiling Fish restaurant and Miss Lucille's Gossip Parlor across the street. We love going out bike riding on the bike path also!
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