Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
42 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
About this property
Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets!
Grateful by the Sea is a classic Florida beach home surrounded by lush trees and greenery with plenty of screened outdoor porch space to relax with a refreshing beverage. You're minutes to the beach and enjoy access to 2 neighborhood pools (+ tennis courts!) in the Grove By The Sea community.
Walk in through the screened-in porch to find your open concept main area with warm hardwood floors, calming neutrals, and pops of coastal blues. The fully equipped kitchen overlooks the living and dining areas, making conversations and entertaining a breeze. 6 can sit at the bar top counter and there are 6 spots at the more formal dining table. Or, you can enjoy a dinner outside on the screened-in porch!
The bedrooms are at the back of the home, sleeping 8 total. There are 2 king bedrooms, one with a private bathroom. The bunk room includes 2 sets of twin-over-twin bunks - a set up the kids in the group will surely enjoy! The shared hallway bathroom also includes a stacked washer and dryer - no need to overpack for this 30A vacation.
With such a great location and amazing amenities of the Grove By The Sea community, we know you're going to find your new favorite beach home at Grateful by the Sea.
Sleeping Arrangements: Bedroom 1: King bed, TV and outdoor access. Private bathroom with dual sinks, shower and jetted tub. Bedroom 2: King bed, TV. Bedroom 3: 2 sets of twin-over-twin bunks, TV. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share hallway bathroom with tub/shower combination.
Beach Access: Head down N. Andalusia Ave. and follow this road across 30A and you’ll find your beach access. Distance: .3 miles | Time: 6 minutes walking
Grove By The Sea: As its name implies, The Grove by the Sea neighborhood is a peaceful, tree-lined community located directly across from the beautiful emerald beaches of South Walton. Beach access is an easy walk from the home, and there are 2 private neighborhood pools, plus a tennis court. Its proximity to nearby beach villages Seaside, Watercolor, Grayton Watersound, Alys and Rosemary make it an ideal location for all that 30A has to offer.
30A: 30A is a scenic stretch of highway down Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast between Destin and Panama City Beach. The highway connects the coastal villages of South Walton through the undisturbed beauty of rare dune lakes, sugar white sand, and emerald waters indigenous to the area. Each village has its own unique characteristics that paint a fairytale-like scene against some of the country’s most beautiful beaches.
Lined with artsy villages, coastal lakes, upscale resorts, eclectic beach bars, world-class restaurants and 25,000 acres of protected habitats, Florida's Scenic Highway 30A has something for everyone and is home to the world's most beautiful white sand beaches. Come see for yourself and we promise you will never want to leave.
Your stay at Grateful By the Sea comes with Xplorie’s best activities! one ticket per day, per activity! (over $800 in nightly value) Tee off at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, zip through Baytowne Adventure Zone, and sail on the Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise. Enjoy Big Kahuna’s Water Park, Black Light Mini Golf, and scenic bike rides with complimentary rentals. Explore 30A with ease and adventure!
* Sorry, no pets allowed. * North pool in neighborhood is heated seasonally; please call for dates. * Parking for 2 cars.
A Benchmark welcome bag and initial starter kit of amenities are provided for all guests. For the kitchen this includes: 1 roll of paper towels, 1 dish sponge, 1 dish soap, 2 dishwasher pods, and 1 liner for each trashcan. For each bathroom it includes: 1 roll of toilet paper, 1 set of soap/body wash/shampoo/conditioner/lotion. For towels you will receive: 1 body towel/1 washcloth per guest and 2 hand towels per bathroom, plus 2 washing machine pods.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - 5 min drive
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Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 3 min drive
Pickles - 3 min drive
The Perfect Pig - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets!?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets! on 5 Aug 2026 start from AU$428, 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 Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Near to beach & close to the pool, Seagrove + Free Attraction Tickets! located?
This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Seagrove Beach East and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Seagrove Beach West are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful stay! Clean and great quiet location. Short walk to beach.
Katy D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the cleanliness, peaceful location, and easy beach access. We’d love to welcome you back to Seagrove anytime!
Best regards,
Benchmark Management Team
We had a lovely stay in Grateful by the Sea. Can't beat the location, and the home was wonderful.
Cindi Y.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us, Cindi! We appreciate you taking the time to let us know that you enjoyed your stay at Beachside Grateful By The Sea. Our number one priority is ensuring our guests' satisfaction, and your review confirms that we are doing just that! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Kind regards,
Benchmark Management!
Rachael, Thank you for staying with us! We appreciate you taking the time to let us know that you enjoyed your stay at Grateful by the Sea. We concur, the location for this unit cannot be rivaled! Our number one priority is ensuring our guests' satisfaction, and your review confirms that we are doing just that! We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon! Sincerely, Benchmark Management
Perfect location and perfect cozy house ….neighborhood is quiet
Clarissa K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Wow, Clarissa, thank you so much for the 5-star review! We take great pride in our properties and greatly appreciate your positive review. You’re absolutely right, the location is close to everything and it's a very safe neighborhood. Our cleaners do a fantastic job of cleaning between each guest with eco-friendly disinfectant. Hosting you was an absolute pleasure and we look forward to having you stay with us again! :)
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Julie B.
20 July 2025
Beach stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful house very close to everything. Short walk to the beach and about a mile from Seaside. You will have to bring your own beach items like towels, swim noodles, cooler, etc. Also you will have to rent your own bikes. The house is very close to the pool which was a plus.
Julie B.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We are glad you enjoyed the convenient location and proximity to both the beach and Seaside. We appreciate your helpful notes about bringing your own beach items and bike rentals, which will certainly assist future guests in planning their stay. It is great to hear the pool location was a bonus for you. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Regards,
Benchmark Management
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ckeli F.
14 Mar 2023
Early Spring
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:
Neighborhood was vert quiet. Beautiful house. Very easy walk to the beach. Easy drive to Seaside and Grayton Beach. We would definitely book this property again.
Ckeli F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maria D.
2 Oct 2023
Perfect location and size for Family of 5 with little kids
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We’ve stayed in this neighborhood before and loved the quaint houses. This house is so close to the community Pool that you don’t need a house with a Pool at all. Also 7-10 minute walk to the beach. Our 3 young kids loved the bunk beds, and we loved the setup. Will stay here again!
Maria D.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Hi there, thanks for staying with us at Grateful by the Sea. We are so happy to hear that you loved the house! We are also thrilled to hear that you are already considering staying with us again. We hope we can welcome you again soon.
Thanks again for choosing to stay with us!
Regards,
Benchmark Management
We enjoyed our stay - the place was a great location to the beach and Seaside. Only reco’s for the management group is to take off the reference of the availability of the bikes and upgrade the Wi-Fi. We had numerous outings and the signal was quite weak. If the only option for the TVs is streaming, need to upgrade the Wi-Fi. Overall, still a great place to stay!
Raymond G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Raymond, Thank so much for providing feedback! Located in the quiet neighborhood, Grove by the Sea, this lovely home has everything you could possibly desire. You are just a short bike ride to the famous Seaside and while bikes are not included with the home, we do offer a credit with Vacayzen. With this daily credit, you can rent bikes, beach chairs and much more! Unfortunately, Wi-fi is provided by an outside vendor and we cannot guarantee a strong signal. We hope to welcome you back soon for another beach vacation! Sincerely, Benchmark Management
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Amanda H.
12 June 2023
Nice location and neighborhood
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Home is nice, location is great to Seaside and close to the beach, owner watches the doorbell camera and has another camera on the side of the home as well as changes the inside temp to 76 very often, at least multiple times a day making the home extremely warm, it’s hard to keep it comfortable due to this hiccup... they have a cheap Walmart dresser in the 2nd king that 2 drawers are broken, no clothing storage option or closet) besides a few coat hooks in bunk room, closet is locked with double sided deadbolt in other two bedrooms and several locked cabinets limiting storage options to nothing of half cabinet. Home itself is nice but for the price and other options we have stayed several times with benchmark this is the first time we didn’t rebook a stay while in a home. If you want to have a nice location and live out of a suitcase this would work but I enjoy a house for the comfort I’m use to at a home and didn’t get that due to the thermostat, camera viewing and pantry and cabinets, closets having locks forcing you to live out of a suitcase worse than a hotel because they at least offer drawers for clothing storage and a closet...
Amanda H.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
We thank you for bringing your family to stay in this lovely home with us for your summer vacation and for sharing your honest feedback. We are happy to report the owners have replaced and upgraded the dresser in the guest room and will soon be emptying one of the owner closets so guests have adequate space for their clothes, shoes, and other luggage. Furthermore, the pantry will be emptied for future use as well. The thermostat can be locked by the homeowner to protect the units from locking up or freezing, however, we do value guest comfort and were able to have them set it at the temperature you requested. We appreciate feedback like yours so we can act quickly and ensure our properties are truly meeting guest needs and expectations. We hope to have you back soon for the luxury quality stay you expected upon booking with us.
Sincerely,
Benchmark Management
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Karen V.
3 Dec 2024
Review of Grateful By The Sea in Grove By The Sea, Seagrove Beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This home needs a renovation, with first priority being the bathrooms. It's also in need of general maintenance on the exterior.A path from the driveway to the front porch steps needs to be installed. It's clear that the owners have done as little as possible to present the home as updated. The mattress in the primary bedroom is obviously meant to never have to be replaced as it sleeps like a concrete slab. The primary bath shower's 1990's design is claustrophobic and uncomfortable. At a minimum, new shower heads should be put on both bath showers.The cookware in the kitchen was scratched up and unsafe to cook with. There are stains on the carpet in the bedroom (replace with hardwoods) The neighborhood is very quiet and the location is great. The house has a good floor plan and is spacious for a 3/2. This was my 2nd time to rent through Benchmark, and I doubt I will do so again, given the low standards to which they hold their properties to. Great pictures and descriptions like "fully equipped kitchen" do a good job of misrepresenting the property. Another tipoff on this property should have been just 3 reviews listed - all 5 star of course. I know this honest review won't be posted on their website. Disappointing rental.
Karen V.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2024
Thank you for staying with us again, Karen, and for sharing your valuable feedback. We are sorry to hear the property didn’t meet your expectations. We always strive to maintain our properties and deliver a great experience, so we regret falling short in your case. We have noted your comments about the mattress, the primary bathroom design, and the kitchen utensils. We will address these concerns, as well as ensure the bedroom carpets are professionally cleaned or replaced. We are glad you enjoyed the spacious floor plan, and we appreciate your loyalty as a repeat guest. Please rest assured that we’re committed to making the necessary improvements to enhance the vacation experience for all our guests. We apologize once again for any disappointment, and we hope to welcome you back for a third stay that will exceed your expectations.
Regards,
Benchmark Management
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ckeli F.
26 Oct 2023
Early Spring
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:
Neighborhood was vert quiet. Beautiful house. Very easy walk to the beach. Easy drive to Seaside and Grayton Beach. We would definitely book this property again.
Ckeli F.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the quiet neighborhood, found the house beautiful, and had an easy walk to the beach. It's great that the property's location allowed for easy drives to popular spots like Seaside and Grayton Beach.
Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we're thrilled to know that you would definitely book this property again.
We look forward to hosting you again for another wonderful stay!
Kind regards,
Benchmark Management
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