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Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly

Family-friendly holiday home with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to Pensacola Beach Beaches

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Latest photo of new landscaping (2024)
Private pool with sun ledge and bed swing under the back porch.
Night view of the back yard with lighted pool and cafe lights under the deck.
Exterior
Only a 5-10 minute walk to be in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 884.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Pensacola Beach, FL
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pensacola Beach Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Opal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

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

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly

Welcome to Sunshine Beach House, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach cottage that sleeps up to 8 and offers the best of both sides of Pensacola Beach. Located just steps from public access to Santa Rosa Sound on the north side and a short walk to the Gulf of Mexico on the south side, you can paddle, swim, or watch the sunset—all within minutes of your front door.

This cozy, single-family home (990 sq ft) is thoughtfully equipped for a relaxed and comfortable stay. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking at home, and the open living areas make it easy to spend time together after a day at the beach.

Step outside and enjoy your private heated pool (up to 6 hours of heat per day included at no extra charge), a regulation-size sand volleyball court, and a charcoal grill for casual outdoor meals. The expansive back deck runs the entire length of the house and is perfect for morning coffee, evening drinks, or just unwinding after a beach day. We also provide beach chairs and towels, so packing is easy. We have a Keurig coffeemaker that takes K-cups and ground coffee.

For work or play, the house features super-fast 1-gig internet and Roku streaming TVs in every bedroom and the living room—ideal for remote work, streaming, or keeping everyone entertained.

No cleaning fee. No crazy checkout chore list. We believe your vacation should actually feel like a vacation.

New front and backyard landscaping completed January 2024!

Families, friends, and pets are welcome, so bring everyone along to enjoy all that Pensacola Beach has to offer at Sunshine Beach House.

Need more space? We also own and rent the blue house next door at 1202 Panferio Drive (Vrbo #2358460)—perfect for larger groups traveling together.

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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: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: limit 2 total
No dogs in the pool, dog fur clogs the filter.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No dogs in the pool. The dog hair clogs the filter which will burn up the pool equipment.
Absolutely no smoking inside the house. If smoking in the house is discovered, a fine of $500 will be applied.
Pool heat and pump are controlled by the owner remotely. Do not attempt to turn either on or off on without prior permission. $500 fine if violated.

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pensacola Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Villa Segunda, a neighbourhood in Pensacola Beach. Shoppers can check out Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Pensacola Beach Beaches and Opal Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Water Warrior and Wall South. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pensacola Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Sound - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pensacola Beach Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Opal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Casino Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 28 min drive
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flounder's Chowder House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crabs We Got 'em! - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hilton - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly have a pool?

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

Is Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly Pensacola Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Opal Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glendy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place! Kids loved the pool! Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay! The host was extremely helpful and knowledgeable relaying info about the area, because it was our first trip to Pensacola. In addition, he was very timely on responses to any questions or concerns regulating the property. The house and property was clean and accurately reflected the listing description. We would love to come back and stay making this a regular place for vacationing and holidays.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family of 5. Pool and outdoor area were the highlight. Would come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay, great host, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sina N.

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

Great location

Great location and amazing backyard! We enjoyed our stay and the children had a great time at the pool and volleyball court.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the pool. It is close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cesar M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice home with suitable amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katina F.

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

Wedding stay

The house was amazing! It was close to restaurants and beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

roccio r.

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

Amazing!

Everything was really nice and clean, just like the photos! Me and my family really enjoyed the pool, we definitely will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this property. Nice little home close to everything. Short 3 - 4 block walk to the beach which felt very private. Property manager was very responsive. We had everything we needed and property was as described in the listing. We would consider staying here again in the future! Pet friendly, pool, awesome patio swing, and volleyball court. 5/5 recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy G.

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

Stay cation

Definitely would stay again. We could see the fireworks great from this place. 5 stars all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

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

Great stay

Everything was great and in a really good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

We had a great stay!

The house was clean, we all had a blast in the pool. Communication with the owner was fast
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lizbeth O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice pool house with big outdoor space to grill and hang out

This house has an amazing outdoor space for a large gathering. My family enjoyed the pool everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Relax with access

Love having the private pool! And the beach is so close!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kim M.

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

Great place!

So enjoyed our stay - hopefully will be back again real soon! 👍👍👍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the Sunshine Beach house! The walk to the beach was only 5 minutes and the home was stocked with beach towels, beach toys, beach chairs, and even a wagon to load everything into so we didn’t have to carry anything. The stairway across the street going into the water was an ideal spot to drink my morning cup of coffee. The swing in the back by the pool was everyone’s favorite spot to hang out! My family will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka G.

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

Great little beach house

Cute little beach house - the backyard and pool were great. Our little family really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

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

Great place to stay

Property was exactly as advertised. Clean house and the hosts were very responsive and very nice. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

Best Staycation Ever

Awesome property, felt like home from the minute we got there. Planning on staying again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Short Weekend Stay

The property was beautiful, and had everything we needed for our short weekend stay in Pensacola. The location was great too, with just a few minutes walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

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

Wonderful stay

This house is small but it was perfect! We enjoyed the pool, walking to the beach everyday and evening and also the sand volleyball! Very nice getaway have recommended it to many of our friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M., Baton Rouge, United States

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

Beautiful Place

Great location and property. Good for around 6 adults, but nice pool and deck area. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

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

Family Vacay

Quite and very relaxing, pool was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rob Rushing

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Jenny and Rob are the owners and hosts of this beach home, which they have enjoyed renovating and using when not rented. Rob grew up on Pensacola Beach, and Jenny and Rob are raising their family in nearby Gulf Breeze. Rob is a retired lawyer that now runs a team of Realtors with Jenny.

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