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Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Welcome to Rays of Sunshine
Front Porch
Where we watch the summer sunsets
Game table and sleeper sofa
Master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Navarre Beach, FL
  • Place, Navarre Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Navarre Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong

“Rays of Sunshine” is the place to bring yourself, your suit, and sunscreen. All of this is waiting for you:

*Wi-Fi

*Ping Pong Table

*Bikes in variety of sizes

*Enormous ground level covered area

*Gas grill

*Outdoor dining tables

*Beach chairs, beach towels, beach toys

*Outdoor shower

*Covered porches

*Board games, card games, Dominoes, etc

*Washer/Dryer

*Whirlpool tub

*Indoor dining for 10 at tables, 4 at breakfast bar

*Crock pot, blender, waffle maker, toaster, quesadilla maker, hand mixer, you get the point ...

*Sleeps up to 8 and additional 2 on our blow up mattress



A beautiful home that offers a spectacular water view. Residing on a barrier island of sugar white sands, Navarre Beach is 'Florida's Most Relaxing Place' and your perfect destination. Our house is located directly between the Gulf of Mexico and the Navarre Sound with just a minutes’ walk to each beach. We are sure you will LOVE staying in our home with its unique bonuses and will be back for years to come.

Upon arrival you are welcomed by an inviting spacious covered front porch that spans the entire length of the home and is perfect for morning coffee, reading a book, or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful water view and summer sunsets.

Comfortable and beautifully decorated, this 3br/2ba family vacation home offers a large living space that includes a dining room, fully stocked kitchen with a large bar, and an area with a game table perfect for card playing, board games or another dining option.

The open family room has a queen size sleeper sofa, one sofa, one love seat, one swivel recliner, and a cozy gas fireplace.

Our home sleeps up to 8 (or 10 with blow up mattresses that is included). The master bedroom has a king size bed, french doors to the large back deck with sounds of the Gulf of Mexico, and en suite bath with double sinks, oversized walk-in shower and a separate jetted tub. The second bedroom includes a queen size bed and has french doors to an uncovered portion of the large back deck, perfect for sunning. The third bedroom offers two twin beds and space for a queen size blow up mattress (if needed). All bedrooms have smart TVs.

Other FAQs:

*Pets allowed with pre-approval and paid pet fee of $250

*Parties/Gatherings: An enormous ground level covered area that features dining tables, gas grill, large swing for a nap in the shade, and an outdoor shower for washing off the sand after a fun day at the beach. This area is also functional for entertaining groups with abundant lighting for evening gatherings. (Any gathering over 12 require pre-approval.)

*Cancellation policy: 100% refund if cancelled 60+ days from check in. No refund guaranteed if less than 60 days. We will refund portions that we are able to re-rent.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Prior authorization required
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Prior authorization required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Prior authorization required
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
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
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We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Navarre

Located in Navarre, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Navarre Beach and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Navarre Beach Marine Park and Family Jules Charters. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Navarre Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Navarre Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Navarre Beach Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Opal Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Pensacola Naval Air Station - 59 min drive - 56.4 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Juana's Pagodas & Sailors Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Windjammers On The Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Andy D’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rays of Sunshine: Water View, Large Porches, Board Games, Bicycles, Ping Pong located?

This family-friendly Navarre holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Navarre Beach. Navarre Beach Marine Park and Opal Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Nice Home, close to beach and town but still out of town

The property itself is very nice. Clean, quiet neighborhood. Beds are comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley J.

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

Convenient beach house

Contained all that we needed for a great vacation. Kids loved the ping pong and puzzles. Kitchen supplies were excellent. Great location close to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis W.

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

A plus

Super nice place, quite and convenient for us. Great views of the bay from morning til night.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

JASON B.

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

Vow Renewals

Overall the house was fine, the house is in need of some cleaning and updating, location was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn S.

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

Wedding Weekend House

My husband and I rented the house to be close to where our wedding was being held on the beach and to eliminate having to drive back and forth from our house in Pensacola all weekend but it turned into the most amazing and relaxing weekend staying on the beach! The view of the sound side is beautiful and the house is amazingly decorated and feels so beachy. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni V.

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

Spring break with our grown kids

We had a great vacation with our grown children for spring break. We were so thankful to bring our pets with us. They are family. We rented a golf cart from the neighbors which is called Sage. Wonderful experience. The location is great. Beautiful bay views and just a block to the beach! We really appreciated having some things stocked. Condiments, seasoning etc. it really saves from extra hassle. Loved the hangout area and the swing. Thank you and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P., Malvern,AR

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

Beach Vacation 2022

This house is an exceptional find for a family vacation. Miss that sounds view from the front already! So many gadgets, pots, pans, bowls, spices, beach chairs, boogie boards, etc already there! Loved the golf cart and the front and back porches!!! Ashley always got right back with me on any questions I had! Hope to rent it again next year!!! A ten star review!!! Thank You!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy S.

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

Beautiful home, great location

Our family of 5 (4 adults, one 11 year old) plus our 14 year old fur baby had a great time at this house. It was well stocked with everything you could possibly need and the extra amenities really made the stay more enjoyable. We enjoyed the golf cart and ping pong table the most. Sometimes when we stay at pet friendly rentals, it’s very evident that multiple animals have been there. It was not the case here! Very clean and organized. The decor is adorable and communication with Ashley was smooth and clear. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha W.

Extremely Pleased!

This experience was out of this world. I am 27 years old and recently lost my father. My family and I decided to get away from home and just spend some quality time together. I could not have asked for a better place to stay! This home exceeded our expectations. From the wonderful greeting, the immaculate house, to every item you could think of needing it was perfect! I would highly recommend staying here and I will be back! Thank you Horn family for opening your home up to my family. I will be seeing you next summer and am so excited I can barely stand it!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

patrizia v.

AMAZING

I DO NOT KNOW WHERE TO START, THIS HOUSE WAS A TEN FROM THE MINUTE YOU WALK IN. THE OWNERS PUT SUCH DETAIL INTO EVERYTHING IN THE HOME. IT HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED . THE GOLF CART IS AN ADDED BONUS ,THE DECK SPACE ,THE VIEWS FROM FRONT AND BACK ON THE HOUSE, AMAZING. IT IS CLOSE TO EVERYTHING, GREAT LOCATION , A STEP AWAY FROM THE BEACH. WE HAD A GRADUATION LUNCH THERE FOR MY GOD DAUGHTER AND HAD WAS PLENTY OF ROOM FOR EVERYONE. THEY HAVE IT ALL, TONS OF SEATING, LARGE DRIVEWAY, PING PONG TABLE FOR KIDS. THE LIST GOES ON AND ON. THANK YOU TO THE OWNERS AND STAFF OF "RAYS OF SUNSHINE", WE WILL SEE YOU NEXT YEAR. PATRIZIA VITTORIO
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

susan s.

well appointed, beautifully decorated home away from home

I would rate this house 4 stars. Navarre is a great family beach. This house has everything you need for a great stay. Met the owner and he was great. Very friendly and sincere in his desire to share his home and make your stay pleasant. Great AC. Adequate parking, but steep dropoff on one side. Only 1 key and no keypad access. Refrigerator is side by side, so had to pull forward to fully access the inside for large items. Inside steps were steep and outside steps needed cleaning. Lights in underneath picnic area were only partially working. I would rate the representative 0 or 1 star. She was very snippy and difficult to deal with. She imposed lots of common sense "rules" that were "strictly" enforced and delivered in a short and insulting way. Didn't need to be delivered at all, as I has no intention of misusing or harming the house. As an example, I checked immediately before my arrival to see if there were renters immediately after my stay. Finding none, I asked for a later checkout (1 hour), but she would not accommodate and was insulting in her response. I wish she could have been a little nicer, as I might have felt more sympathy when the mice (plural) and insects invaded. These things happen, and they promptly sent an exterminator, who was thorough and friendly. I am sure they are gone, now, but did not receive an apology from the representative and the "signs" should have been discovered during regular cleanup and maintenance. I received several "warning" reminders, each with a threat regarding my security deposit, prior to my arrival. I did receive my full security deposit (which frankly was surprising after her attitude), but there was no reason to not give it back. I had washed and folded all the linens and of course no damage was done, so only a cursory cleaning should have been required from our stay. Hopefully, a full cleanup from the mice was performed. I would stay there again, but if I owned the property, I would find a new representative or counsel the current one to be a little nicer. Maybe have a starting point of the customer is SOMETIMES right and customers might not be coming to the beach just to make your life difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great place

Wonderful place, will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Excellent Stay

The location was awesome and the place was great! Host was quick to respond and answered all of my questions. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

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

Love love this place

Will really love this place! Every little thing
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Razgiem H.

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

Most Amazing place ever

This place was amazing My wife and I got married on Pensacola Beach and this location was only 15 minutes from the wedding location. The views and location was amazing. Had everything to include games and even bikes. The owner was very helpful and I recommend this play for anyone to stay. We had dinner guess after our wedding and everyone loved this place. Thanks for everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great house.

First time at Navarre Beach. The house was very nice. It was just a short walk to the beach. If we had any questions they got back with us right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry S., Collierville

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

Great Views

Great place to stay. If this property is available … book it. Property as described and better. Very quick responses from property contacts when I reached out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

kaylyn s.

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

You love ❤️ puppies

Being able to have our babies meant the world to us!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!🐶🐶🐶
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Odalys C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Navarre

Navarre is a place with white sands with a deep sea and very intense waves which is not a good place for children, there is no attraction for children you must go to Destin or Pensacola that are nearby, this makes my trip not meet the expectations as a family, if you are looking for a place to enter the deep sea waters, walk on the white sands, breathe fresh air there is ideal, the property is spacious and has all the conditions, it is not on the seafront you must walk or use the golf cart to get to the beach, the attention of the management is excellent prompt response to your concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

We loved it Ashley was so easy to deal with

Great all the way around
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Very nice place to stay

Everything was very nice and clean. They were very quick to respond to any messages. There was everything you would need for the beach or cooking at the house. Enjoyed the view of the bay! We all had a great time. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Fantastic vacation home!

Everything you need is in this home, comfy, spacious and the owner is amazing! She was very quick to respond and very helpful. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

GENINE T.

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

Tusk/Heaghney Family vacation 2021

The house was perfect for us. Plenty of room, supplies, and games. We enjoyed the bikes and sitting outside. The golf cart was awesome for the beach! We absolutely loved everything. Well taken care of property.

10/10 Excellent

Darren G.

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

Rays of Serenity

We absolutely loved our stay at Rays of Sunshine! This was our first trip to the Florida Panhandle and this is exactly the trip we were hoping for. The white-sand beaches were amazing - there was a mix of calmer conditions (green flag) and more wavier conditions (yellow flag) while we were there, which was great because we enjoyed boogie boarding with the kids on the wavier days. We were super close to both beaches and could easier walk there - the golf cart was great, though, mostly for hauling our stuff to the beach. The property was awesome - I love the bright colors and everything was clean and perfect. Ashley was very responsive and gave us great tips. We stayed with our large family (7 kids ranging from 4yo to 17yo) and EVERYONE had a great time. We would definitely come back and stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

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

Navarre Delight

Our accommodations at Rays of Sunshine were just what we needed with bonus perks! The layout provided privacy for the two families with bedrooms on opposite sides of the house. The open design of the living and dining rooms along with the kitchen allowed us all to be together much of the time we were in the house. We used the beach items and were delighted that the beach was just a short walk. We loved the porches for enjoying morning coffee, relaxing with books, and watching the beautiful sunsets. This spot is worthy of a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ashley

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Two sisters work seamlessly to provide our guests with a perfect vacation in our family home.

Why they chose this property

We poured our love and effort into creating something for all families to enjoy and make wonderful memories, because life is so short.

What makes this property unique

Locally owned and operated. Great communication.

Languages:

English
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