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Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find!

Holiday home in St. George Island with fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Welcome to Sea Gem
View of Sea Gem, pool, and the privacy from the natural landscape
Super Close Beach access (marked in red) Sea Gem is the red roofed home
Take a dip in the relaxing pool
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, St. George Island Beach
  • Place, St George Lighthouse
  • Place, St. George Lighthouse

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Master

1 Queen Bed

Full

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs common Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Downstairs Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find!

Sea Gem is a relaxing cape cod style beach home located about midway inside the St. George Island gated secure community. If you want a quiet, serene, beautiful piece of paradise— then Sea Gem will be perfect for you and your fur babies!

There are two master suites, one on the first floor and the other upstairs both featuring relacing master baths that invite you to let go of your worries and settle into beach life. Vaulted ceilings in the living room provide an open and airy feel. The home features hardwood floors downstairs and carpeted spaces upstairs (for quiet and fur babies comfort). Each bedroom and the main room have flat panel televisions with Dish Network, Fire TV. There are DVD players and a DVD library in case of an inclement day or if someone gets sunburned snd needs a bit of time “in”. Sea Gem has a collection of games and jigsaw puzzles for some family bonding. The kitchen is chock full of anything you could need including both a Keurig and a standard coffee maker. Plus, a local owner a gew blocks away is ready to help if you need anything! If you cannot completely "unplug" there is free wi-fi that can run all your family's devices with no buffering!

Rock away with your favorite book or beverage on the covered front porch, or have lunch on the sun deck below while watching the kids splash in the private heated pool (extra heat fee-available only in Spring and Fall). There is a charcoal grill, enclosed outdoor shower, and even a few beach toys! We have a kayak and a bike or two for the more adventurous travelers! Your linens are all included and there are even beach towels available for your use.

The grounds are neatly landscaped with beautiful native vegetation. There is ample parking (some covered). Beach access is just steps away, directly across the street from Sea Gem (see picture).

Premium linens, with double pillows on Kings and Queen beds, beach towels and cleaning service are also included at Sea Gem and will make your vacation experience a breeze! Enjoy access to the clubhouse and amenities including 2 resort size swimming pools, hot tub, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, bike trail, gated security entrance, workout room, and private beaches. Stayed with us before? Ask about our Repeat Guest discount!

*We are pet friendly and allow (1) dog for a $75.00 non-refundable pet fee. If you have an additional pet please contact me and we can make it work.
*Pool Heat is priced at $400 for the week.
*Refundable Damage Deposit $700
*Sea Gem is located in a private gated community. There are additional rental forms (guest list) required by the HOA that have to be sent in before final payment due.
* No smoking/vaping

Beds: 1 Kings, 1 Queen, 1 Double, 2 Twin XL that can convert to a King if preferred, 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa **MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY is 8 people

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

St. George Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Plantation, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. St. George Lighthouse and Dixie Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. George Island Fishing Pier and Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa. Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company are also worth visiting.
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Map
Eastpoint, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sikes Cut - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 15 min drive - 10.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mango Mike’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Home Away from Home! Pets, Private Pool, Steps to Beach- a rare find! located?

Located in Plantation, this holiday home is steps from St. George Island Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Sikes Cut. St George Lighthouse and St. George Lighthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sherry r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house in a great neighborhood! Steps to the beach, pool at the house, bike paths so nice. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful vacation! The home is very nice. The kitchen is well stocked. The beach access is conveniently located just across the street. Pool was excellent as well. The house had tons of extra beach chairs and pool toys. The homeowner was absolutely amazing. Very quick to respond to any questions we had. We would definitely vacation in this home again! A
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location! Easy walk to beach for little kids. House was stocked with everything needed for the beach which was very nice. Beaches were not crowded at all and the location was very private. Pool was so nice to have and provided a great place to relax and swim. Also, very close to grocery store and restaurants. Wish we would have rented additional bikes for the entire family so that we could have explored the plantation a little bit more.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun at the beach

We loved the house. Great location near the beach. Sheryl was an absolute delight and was very helpful, even with suggestions for places to eat. The views from the bedrooms were nice - would easily go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley C., Knoxville Tennessee

Great vacation home in the Plantation

This was our second time staying in Sea Gem. The home is well appointed and comfortable for our entire family. It is in a quiet location with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FANTASTIC STAY

The property was so cozy and comfortable!! Everything worked perfectly, and was just as pictured. Sheryl was great!! We had the best time in St. George! Our first time to visit and it was relaxing and perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Even during a mid April cold front, we so enjoyed our stay. House was the perfect size & setup for our family of 5!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Sea Gem was absolutely awesome! Just steps from the beautiful gulf beach. The pool was wonderful. The house had everything we needed and the host was very nice and available anytime we had questions. You can’t go wrong with Sea Gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely week

We had a lovely week at SGI in the Sea Gem! House was clean and beds were comfy. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you might need for cooking and eating in. We loved having the beach access right across the street for our daily walks on the beach and shell collecting. Thanks for a relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd visit was just as great as the first!

Another wonderful stay at Sea Gem! Our party of 7 (4 adults/3 children) were very comfortable throughout our stay. The kitchen is very well supplied with everything needed. Sheryl also has done some updates that add to the appeal, and she is very responsive to any questions. Our family can't wait for another trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Getaway

Sea Gem worked out perfectly for our family. The location was perfect. Everyone was very comfortable, we had plenty of room. The pool was extremely private and couldn’t have been better for relaxing and swimming and the kids loved the less sandy option for the toddler. The street was private and quiet, yet right across the way was a boardwalk path to the beach, a very short walk. Sheryl was quick to answer any questions. Our evenings ended with rocking in the chairs on the porch and planning our next visit. Sea Gem helped make this trip full of great memories which was exactly what I was hoping for!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property, location, and host

My family has been vacationing on St. George Island for the better part of 20 years, with all but a couple visits not on The Plantation. We can't say enough about how much we've loved our time on the island over the years including fishing, kayaking, biking, running, swimming, and just general hanging on the beach. This is our definition of a beach paradise that allows us to bring our pups on the beach with responsible pet parents to boot, i.e., no compromising beach cleanliness, beauty, or general love of fur kids on the beach. Now, regarding the house: Sheryl has truly made a little beach paradise oasis all but a hop, skip, and jump from the beach. All the amenities you could ask for on the beach including kayaks, bikes, pool, and general beautiful setting and home. Location and property was not only as advertised but even better than expected. Highly recommended and two paws up from Pants, our 12 y/o Yellow Lab!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spring vacation

We had a lovely week on SGI for our children’s spring break. Unfortunately the pool heat never worked so we were unable to use the pool much during our stay as it stayed below 80 degrees. The issue was not repaired during our stay but the owner was communicative and apologetic and refunded our pool heat fee. The views of the gulf from the top floor and master were gorgeous. The house was clean enough, and layout was nice for our group. The pool situation was very disappointing as I had messaged owner several days before we arrived asking that we be assured that pool would be heated upon arrival. Owner was uninformed of the pool heat issue even though previous guests had also been without it. Overall we still had a lovely vacation, and will definitely be back to the island again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay, super close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is stocked with plenty of pots and pans to cook with as well as lots of spices. We really enjoyed the pool. Plenty of space for the dogs to run around. Very short walk to the beach. The property owner is very sweet and informative on any information regarding the island or events going on. Would highly recommend booking this home for your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was just perfect for a relaxing vacation. Just steps away from the ocean, and with a lovely pool to relax after spending the afternoon on the beach was just what we needed. The location in Plantation was ideal for walking our dog too. This was a great find for us and would definitely like to return. Communication from the host was perfect and check in easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is great. Response to somethings was very quick. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plantation experience

The property was secluded and pool was greatThe beaches were great with few beach goersThe host is very easy to reach and very informative about the island
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in SGI Plantation

Sea Gem was a wonderful stay. Comfortable beds, very clean, quiet location, convenient to beach. Had most of the things you would need for a beach stay. Decorated perfectly for the beach without being too themey. Pool is fantastic. Sheryl is a delightful and responsive host who provided timely information and made it clear that our stay was important to her. A for communication. We will return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

tara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Everything was awesome! All of us, especially the dog, had a blast!! Beach very close and quiet....pool very relaxing! Sheryl is a great host and available with no complaints to help with any question or issue. Will def stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Island Getaway

We had a wonderful experience. The accommodations, the pool, and the beach were awesome. We had a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful all around!

Clean, amazingly comfortable beds, lovely decor, perfectly situated close to the beach, well stocked kitchen with the amenities we needed and a communicative host! If you have a large group, bring a couple extra beach towels - the two person kayak was not on the property as stated in the description. None of those were show stoppers - we will be back. The Plantation on St. George can’t be beat if you are looking for beauty, relaxation, and beaches that are not crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home!

We stayed in this home for 2 weeks and we enjoyed the home very much, it was spacious, clean and well equipped. The pool was very clean as well. Sheryl, the property mgr., was super nice. We brought our 2 little dogs and we all enjoyed hanging on the large porch. We made sure to keep them quiet (with bark collars) to not disturb the neighbors. We could only see a tiny bit of the ocean but we could hear the waves from the porch which was a bonus. We really enjoyed early morning dog walks on the beach and afternoon walks in the neighborhood. All in all, it was a peaceful and fun 2 weeks. We will be back to SGI for sure.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Gem

Property and hospitality from our hostess was wonderful. When we needed assistance Cheryl was instantly available and accommodating.Very pleasant when the problem was not a problem!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peggy W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Sea Gem week

Property was not ready for our stay. Burned out lite bulbs, nothing to wipe or clean dishes with, pool filter not working, bathrooms dusty, windows filthy. The property appeared to be neglected. Called owner and she was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sheryl Clouse

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I grew up in Iowa and travelled and lived all over the place! Currently, I live in Tallahassee but I still root for my Hawkeyes!

Why they chose this property

St. George Island is my idea of paradise. I fell in love with Sea Gem when I sat on a rocking chair listening to the ocean and the birds. It's a perfect blend of the gulf beach and privacy. It's not a big sterile rental, but a warm peaceful home that feels cozier than its 2550 sq ft. All this and it's just steps from the sugar sand beach of the gulf for my morning and sunset walks. I fell in love!

What makes this property unique

Some of my favorite things about this Gem are the views from the living room, the table (where I work the crossword), and the fact that I can hear all the birds singing as well as the sound of the surf. If you leave the upstairs master bedroom shutters open, the morning light wakes you up to spectacular gulf views (often of dolphins passing by). The heated private pool is also wonderful (especially at night for star gazing and floating cares away).

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English, French

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