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Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly!

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Welcome to Southern Charms - a historic designer beach home.
10-minute walk to the beach through the beachy neighborhood.
Originally built in 1925 in Andalusia, Alabama, this timeless 4BR/4.5BA cottage-style home was transported to Blue Mountain Beach and then fully restored & renovated in 2016.
Fully-equipped kitchen comes with all of the appliances, supplies, and space you need.
The complete interior renovation incorporated a modern design plan with coveted features such as Pecky Cypress beams, shiplap walls, and side sewn pine floors.
Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationSanta Rosa Beach11 min walk
  • Popular Location30A Bike Trail9 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach State Park10 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly!

Beach gear rental credit is included at this property for qualifying stays. Read below for more details!

Welcome to the Southern Charms!

WHAT TO LOVE ABOUT THIS HOME:
- 1920s Historic Home
- Pet Friendly
- Exclusive Interior Design
- 4 Master Bedrooms

Originally built in 1925 in Andalusia, Alabama, this timeless 4BR/4.5BA cottage-style home was transported to Blue Mountain Beach and then fully restored & renovated in 2016.

The complete interior renovation incorporated a modern design plan with coveted features such as Pecky Cypress beams, shiplap walls, side sewn pine floors, floor-to-ceiling kitchen cabinets, a luxe marble tile master bathroom and so much more. Not only do this house boast southern charm, but this house has also all the glam and comfort you need on a beach vacation.

Located just less than a 5-minute drive to Gulf Place, this home is the perfect getaway home away from home! Gulf Place is located along a 26-mile stretch of sugar-white sand and turquoise waters of Northwest Florida's celebrated Emerald Coast. Gulf Place is one of the 16 distinct beach neighborhoods in South Walton that has its own character and charm. This colorful community is one of 30A's original new urban developments. The 25-acre community is located in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach on the corner of 30A and 393. Gulf Place was specifically designed to slow folks down with beautiful palm tree-lined streets, wide sidewalks, outdoor patios with large umbrellas, nature walking trails, plentiful green spaces, and plenty of park benches to sit and enjoy the views.

What makes Gulf Place unique from all the other South Walton neighborhoods is the mixture of full-time residents and short-term vacationers that all gather here to enjoy original art, boutique shopping, local cuisine, live music, and a laid-back atmosphere.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
FIRST FLOOR:
Primary Bedroom: King Bed with Private Bath and Tub (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 2: King Bed with Private Bath (sleeps 2)
Kitchen
Dining Room
Living Room
Laundry Room

SECOND FLOOR:
Bedroom 3: King Bed and Queen Sleeper Sofa with Private Bathroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 4: King Bed with Private Bathroom (sleeps 2)

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team. Whether it’s fridge stocking or in-home massages, AvantStay offers a variety of upgrades & experiences to enhance your stay.

Home Truths:
- Please note that active commercial and residential construction is currently underway in the city of Destin.
- This home accepts a maximum of 2 pets. But pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $150 per pet. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- A highchair is provided at this home.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- The maximum number of vehicles which can park on-site: 4

Parking Details:
A maximum of 4 vehicles can park in the driveway.
On-street parking is prohibited. Please limit all parking of vehicles, trailers, RVs, etc to the space available on the property.
Failure to comply could result in a warning or towing.

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Walton County TDT Registration Number: 22429

Beach Gear Credit:

AvantStay has partnered with VayK Gear, a beach gear delivery service provider, to offer beach gear rentals to our guests!

Guests with reservations of 2 to 14 nights at participating AvantStay properties will receive a credit towards beach gear rentals during your stay. The credit amount will vary based on your booking. You may use your credit for bicycles, chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, boogie boards, and more - the choice is yours!

Once you’ve made your reservation at one of our participating properties, be on the lookout for an email from VayK Gear to make your gear selection. If you reach the credit limit, you can still add additional items priced at their exclusive, discounted rates. To keep your vacation stress-free, your gear will be delivered to your rental property on the day you arrive and will be picked up the day you depart.

PLEASE NOTE: From mid-spring to early fall, beach gear inventory - especially bicycles - are in high demand and may be limited. We recommend reserving your gear as early as possible.

*Credit is applicable to guest reservations of 2 to 14 nights only. There is no cash value if the credit is not used. Some properties do not participate in this program and will not have any reference to beach gear credit in their property descriptions.

Property manager

AvantStay
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulfview Heights, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting.
Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min walk
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 5 min drive
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 8 min drive
  • 30A Bike Trail - 9 min drive
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - 5 min drive
  • Stinky's Fish Camp - 6 min drive
  • The Perfect Pig - 19 min walk
  • Red Fish Taco - 5 min drive
  • Growler Garage - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Charms by AvantStay | Historic Home! Pet Friendly! located?

Located in Gulfview Heights, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Blue Mountain Beach and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House, Perfect Location!
My husband and I and my parents all stayed for an entire month and we were beyond pleased! Huge plus for being dog friendly and super clean. We loved how every room had an en-suite bathroom. We also loved that we could easily walk to the beach but return to a quiet nice neighborhood! The property management company was awesome as well. Few points of feedback: the house needs better seating in the living room. The couch was pretty warm out/old. Also could use a new set of pots/pans. Overall, I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 29 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Iain M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a sad end
Beautiful property but rip off mgt company. They for "damages" after the fact- we left it better than we found it. Sad, great place but do NOT rent this place Avantstay is a rip off!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We enjoyed the house very cozy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations!
This house is a rare find in a great location. Spacious floor plan, thoughtfully furnished, quiet neighborhood, convenient location, timely host communication, and a great value. Who could ask for more?
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Fantastic house
House was great. Rooms are very large and master bath is larger than most normal home bedrooms. Adequate supplies etc and furnished well. The downside was that Wi-Fi was not working when we arrived. I called twice, and finally sent a message via the Vrbo app. We received zero response, but the Wi-Fi provider showed up on the second day. After trouble shooting, they basically had to do a full installation. We had some wedding events to go to, had no communication form the property manager, and ended up leaving one of our party at the property to watch our stuff while the repair guy was at the house. Overall, the property was great, but the communication from the property management company was the worst that we have seen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by AvantStay

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At AvantStay, we pride ourselves on our guest experience. We do the trip planning - so you can spend more time on vacation. With 24/7 customer support, a dedicated concierge, and tech-enabled touchpoints from the moment you book to an easy and seamless check-out, we make your experience as carefree as you could possibly want it to be. AvantStay features 500 homes in 30+ destinations and is growing quickly. For any questions about your next trip, please don't hesitate to reach out directly and we'd be more than happy to help your vacation come true.

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