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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Santa Rosa Beach
Place, Santa Rosa Beach
3 min walk
South Walton Beaches
Place, South Walton Beaches
3 min walk
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
Place, beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access
13 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
51 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Living Room
2 Double Sofa Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony
Sleeping Arrangements One Story House on Stilts 1st Floor | Master Bedroom, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 1, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 2, Queen Bed; Guest Bedroom 3, Two Twin Beds; Living Room, 2 Twin Sleeper Chairs
Parking: This property offers two parking spots, providing easy and reliable access for guests throughout their stay.
Experience Your Vacation Haven!
It has been said there are moments in life we live for … a week of sun, fun, and good friends. So why not make those times more memorable by securing a beachfront rental on the extraordinary Gulf of Mexico? Wave Catcher is located on desirable 30A, within the Dune Allen area, part of Santa Rosa Beach. It’s known for its idyllic surroundings and uncrowded beaches.
This house provides an extraordinary bird’s eye view from east to west of truly remarkable sunrises and sunsets. The designer of this home on stilts took full advantage of the view by installing floor-to-ceiling windows in the common area. In addition, an oversized window in the full-sized kitchen provides a breathtaking view of the rolling surf. There have been recent updates made to this home including new paint, new decking, and new furniture in the bedrooms and living area.
As you enter the main area, just inside the French doors, there is adequate seating for 12 to dine. The deck also offers plentiful seating for everyone to secure their favorite spot in the sun or to enjoy stargazing in the evening.
All four bedrooms have en suite bathrooms and smart TVs. The front-facing bedrooms have amazing Gulf views, while the back bedrooms overlook Oyster Lake, a very rare dune pond natural habitat. And, knowing how beach towels and bathing suits mount up, a separate laundry room with an ample cabinet, makes this chore a little more tolerable.
This venue comfortably sleeps ten.
Guest Walk-Through One Story House 1st Floor | Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Suite, Guest Bedrooms, Laundry, Partially-Covered Back Deck
Unit Amenities: Directly located Beachfront on the Sand; Laundry, Back Deck, Large Windows, WiFi, Plenty of Parking Community Amenities- Multiple Beach Accesses, Rental Bikes & Daily Beach Service Available At An Additional Cost
About the Community of Dune Allen on 30A Nestled on Scenic Highway 30a is the charming community Dune Allen Beach. A longstanding local spot for eclectic shops, eateries and homes, this part of 30A is often sought after for a laid back beach lifestyle. Its restaurants and stores are locally owned and at the heart of the community’s vibe. The 30A bike path will offer a safe, dedicated option to check it all out! Within a short loop you can grab coffee at nearby Gulf Place or stop by the bakery by heading back east to Blue Mountain Beach. Enjoy days on the beach and biking through Blue Lupine, the area’s native blue flowering plant. When you’re ready for more adventure, seek out the numerous biking and hiking trails that twist and turn through the surrounding Point Washington State Forest. Amenities such as golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports & more are available locally at additional costs.
Local Favorites MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.
MVH Beach Closet This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay.
MVH Rental Restrictions Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use.
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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
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
beach near Dune Allen Regional Beach Access - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 7 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - 18 min walk
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - 7 min drive
Stinky's Fish Camp - 14 min walk
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,307, 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.
How much is parking at 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 30A Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Balcony located?
Nestled on the beach, this Dune Allen Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host was welcoming and responsive. The house was spacious, well-appointed, clean, and comfortable with stunning views. Incredible location!
Renee N.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found our house comfortable. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Spacious, comfortable, well stocked beach house in a fantastic location and directly on the beach!
Christy T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay, being right on the beach is always a plus! We hope to see you again in the future.
We had a great stay at this vacation home! It had everything we needed—from kitchen essentials to comfy spaces to relax. There was plenty of room for everyone, and the location was perfect—close to several great dinner spots.We were pleasantly pleased with how smooth and enjoyable everything was. Would definitely stay here again!
Jacyndee A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Hi Isaac,
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had a smooth and enjoyable stay and that the home had everything you needed. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Wonderful home for the Perfect beach vacation. The patio is unmatched with stunning view; we loved having breakfast and dinners here! Great home for families!
Tasheka P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
7 May 2025
Great beach house
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:
Really enjoyed the location. Loved that the bedrooms each have their own bathroom.
Karen M.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2025
Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the location and appreciated the convenience of each bedroom having its own bathroom, it definitely makes for a more comfortable and private stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Highly recommend this property. Cleanliness , communication and location is best in class. Our family would return in a heartbeat! Well done!
Steve D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience with the cleanliness, communication, and location. It means a lot to know your family would return—hopefully, we’ll get to host you again soon! Thanks again for your kind words!
This was our first time to visit Dune Allen. Everything was just perfect. We hope to be back next year!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Thanks for the great review and feedback! We thank you for choosing to stay with us and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Keven K.
19 June 2024
Perfect Family Vacation House
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:
This was our second year staying at these neighboring houses. Perfect location, private beach, house has everything you need, family was comfortable. Hopefully we’ll see y’all next year!
Keven K.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us again! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the location, private beach, and amenities. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back next year!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
LAINE C.
14 July 2025
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:
It was perfect for us and would recommend 100% , hope to be able to book again in the next few years for our family vacation! We loved having a quiet beach area right in front of the home , only 3 to 4 other families around on any day. Great location away from the hustle of the main areas but still close to grocery stores and such. A great plus for us was the 4 bedrooms and 4 separate baths, everyone had their own space and then main living area was great for everyone to eat and just hang out together while looking over the beach!
LAINE C.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
That's what we love to hear, Laine! It truly warms our hearts to know that your recent stay with us was such a positive experience for your entire family. We are absolutely thrilled that you found everything you needed and felt completely comfortable during your time with us. We especially appreciate you mentioning the quiet beach area and the spacious layout, as those are features we pride ourselves on providing. We sincerely hope you and your family created some wonderful, lasting memories during your beautiful family vacation, soaking up the sun and enjoying the stunning beaches. We would be absolutely delighted if you would consider planning another unforgettable beach getaway with us in the near future; we are already looking forward to welcoming you back!
It was perfect for what we wanted. Right on top of the ocean and beach. Great proximity to restaurants & walking path. Clean. Clean is priority! Mattresses encased in zip cases. Kitchen- I had to get creative to make cookies only one cookie sheet. But that’s nothing. Clean and on the beach. Quiet considering how close to the road it is. No complaints!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra P.
13 Sept 2023
We Loved the Wave Catcher Rental
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:
This home was the perfect size for our family. Everyone had their own bathroom and the open concept was great for family visiting times. The house was very clean and the location close to restaurants and shopping not to mention the beach was right off the house. I would definately stay there again and would recommend this home to my friends.
Sandra P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for the great review and feedback! We are delighted you enjoyed your vacation and thank you for choosing our company as your vacation rental partner. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathy G.
28 Oct 2024
Great Beachfront Rental!!!
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:
Wave Catcher was a perfect beach rental! Great location right on the Gulf. We had four families there with plenty of room. Everything was very clean and functional. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and dishes to prepare meals. The proximity to the beach was great, making setup super easy. It was a great week overall! We would definitely book this place again!
Cathy G.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that *Wave Catcher* was the perfect spot for your group and that everyone had plenty of room to relax and enjoy their time together. It's great to know the kitchen was well-stocked and that the easy beach access made your stay even more enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back for another great week—hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from SORRENTO, LA
26 Sept 2023
Annual Girls Trip
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:
Wave Catcher was absolutely amazing! The house had everything in it we needed - the BBQ grill could have been updated. The only thing we were disappointed in was the TV situation of having to stream - no regular stations but all in all this was the perfect house. We will be back next year!
A guest from SORRENTO, LA
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
We are delighted that you enjoyed the home, and it was well-equipped with everything you needed during your stay with us! Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding the condition of the grill and your concerns streaming from the TV. We have taken the initiative to relay this information to the property manager to look further into these concerns in the future. Please reach out to us when you are ready to plan your next vacation! We're always available to assist you in making a reservation and ensuring that your stay is as wonderful as your previous one.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca P.
11 Nov 2024
Amazing!!
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 recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is the second time we have stayed at this house. The proximity and setting could not be more perfect!! The expansive view is unbeatable! We had a bbq grill last year and it was no longer there. The lounge chairs on the deck are pretty uncomfortable but I know that anything with a cushion wouldn’t hold up. Overall, super pleased with this rental!
Rebecca P.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2024
It brings us great pleasure that we continue to exceed your expectations! We appreciate your feedback and we have passed that onto our operation team regarding the grill and seats. We hope to host you again in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth B.
9 Aug 2023
We loved it!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location. Close to everything but far enough for some privacy. Loved being able to walk right out to the beach from the house. We were there during busy season but had little traffic on the beach in the area. House was clean and very well stocked in all aspects. Only negative comment is I would have liked more comfortable patio furniture. Otherwise everything was great.
Elizabeth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
We are thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic vacation experience! Thanks for the review and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks for staying!
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Steffen L.
4 Jan 2024
Air con / heating not working
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Complaint bout much to cold room, technician came, did something and said said everything is ok, but it was not. Room could not be used. And s Zink was not working. Overall bad condition and service. Location good
Steffen L.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Feb 2024
We regret to hear that your stay was not the best experience. We sent one of our maintenance technicians out to address the thermostat and sink issues upon your report, but we regret that the solution did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, especially since we made an exception to allow your early check-in request. Despite these concerns, we are pleased that you appreciated the location of the property.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roxie H.
16 July 2024
Our rental house was Wave Catcher. It’s a beautiful house.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved everything about the house on the beach. We stayed 7 days. The house is located kinda close to the public beach access. We had problem with people from public beach access trying to set their umbrellas and chairs right in front of our chairs. ( between us and the beach). We had to ask people to move on down the beach on a daily basis. Some of them were nice about not setting up in front of our chairs but some had attitudes. I’ve rented different houses on different areas of the beach for several years and this has never been a problem. Not sure if it’s just Santa Rosa area but I will definitely look at proximity of public beach access for my next stay.
Roxie H.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing our beach house for your stay. We're delighted you loved everything about it! We apologize for the inconvenience with the public beach access nearby. During busier seasons, beaches can get crowded, and we recommend setting up early to secure the best spots and avoid any disturbances. Your comments are valuable to us, and we'll consider them for future improvements. We hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathy G.
27 Oct 2024
Great Beachfront Rental!!!
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:
Wave Catcher was a perfect beach rental! Great location right on the Gulf. We had four families there with plenty of room. Everything was very clean and functional. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and dishes to prepare meals. The proximity to the beach was great, making setup super easy. It was a great week overall! We would definitely book this place again!
Cathy G.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that *Wave Catcher* was the perfect spot for your group and that everyone had plenty of room to relax and enjoy their time together. It's great to know the kitchen was well-stocked and that the easy beach access made your stay even more enjoyable. We’d love to welcome you back for another great week—hope to see you again soon!