Escape to Bright Sunshiny Day, a charming beach cottage on 30A in the private, gated neighborhood of Sunrise Beach. Enjoy direct access to the white sand beach and unwind with free daily setup by La Dolce Vita including four free chairs and six umbrellas. The spacious living area features a fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, an oversized outdoor deck overlooking the Gulf Place main beach.
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BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!
BEST LOCATION on 30A for families and kids who love the beach and exploring! Enjoy "Bright Sunshiny Day" at the beach from this charming, newly remodeled beach cottage in the popular and picturesque private, gated, beach-front neighborhood of Sunrise Beach on 30A. The house sits on a cul-de-sac just 86 steps from one of multiple private neighborhood beach accesses. No public streets for the kids to cross to get to the beach, or beach crowds to fight with the help of a neighborhood beach attendant during high season! At the same time, the private beach is right next door to the public beach access at Gulf Place/Ed Walline Park, with full use of its amenities, including flag warnings, a lifeguard/first aid station, and wheelchair ramp access to the beach.
And with all the beach gear this house includes, all you'll need are your swimsuits and sunscreen! The property comes with free daily set up by La Dolce Vita beach service upon request of 4 free beach chairs (with footrests) and 6 free umbrellas (with which you can use additional chairs we provide with the house) on the private beach from March 1 through October 31, 2025, as well as towels, backpack beach chairs, a full-size cooler, a beach buggy, beach toys, and more--all for your use.
Nestled between the private white sand beach and adorable Gulf Place Town Center, you'll be away from it all and in the middle of everything at the same time. This fantastic community is just steps from some of the best beaches in Florida and is simultaneously surrounded by great eateries and local eclectic shops. No need to drive to the beach or restaurants! Home is just down the road from amazing shopping centers like Grand Boulevard, the Silver Sands Premium Outlet Mall, and grocery stores as well.
Come alive listening to great live music at Shunk Gulley. Restaurants and local eateries abound in Gulf Place. Enjoy one-of-a-kind eclectic artist galleries and shops. Get your Growler filled at Growler Garage 30A, while the kids have a blast at the local arcade or enjoy Pecan Jack's incredible candy/handmade chocolate & ice cream shop. All of the shops and restaurants are just steps away, with fun for the whole family. No golf cart or car is required to explore any of it! (But we do have room for a golf cart should you rent one, and an easy-access charging outlet on our front porch.)
Your Bright Sunshiny Day in Gulf Place on 30A will begin as soon as you pull into this charming neighborhood and up to this welcoming house! Your home away from home has space for multiple families to enjoy for long periods, with entertainment for everyone. This home is geared toward family fun! Plenty of kids' toys and activities, with a TV in the kids' room with an extensive kids' Blue Ray/DVD library with Blue Ray player in the kids' bedroom and the living room, as well as books and family games--from Giant Jenga, Spikeball, and regulation Cornhole to Nerf guns, Lightsabers, and Laser Tag, to board games, playing cards, puzzles, and chess--will bring everyone together to make hilariously wonderful, close and lasting memories.
Bright Sunshiny Day is just moments from some of the best restaurants on Scenic Hwy 30A, but when you and your guests want to stay in, you'll have a gorgeous remodeled kitchen in which to prepare meals. The large kitchen features granite countertops and stainless appliances and is fully equipped with all of the pots, pans, Sabatier knives, bakeware, cutting boards, and dishes you could need, as well as an InstaPot, cookbooks, crockpot, stock/shrimp pot, and a spice cupboard, to truly enjoy cooking and sharing a meal with family and friends.
The first floor enjoys 2 adult bedroom suites -- each with comfortable, large beds, including one gorgeously plush king bed and one BeautyRest PressureSmart queen bed, each with an adjustable base. Both bedrooms have en suite baths, ceiling fans, beadboard walls & vanities w/engineered stone countertops. Each bedroom also has a streaming TV. One first-floor bathroom has a full bathtub, and the other has a walk-in shower. All bathrooms are equipped with hairdryers and we supply linens and towels--no need to bring anything from home but your toiletries! The first floor also includes a laundry room with a Samsung washer/dryer, ironing board and iron, so you never have to worry about running out of clothes.
Upstairs you'll find a spacious, open-concept living area with a kitchen, dining room, breakfast bar, living room, and oversized outdoor deck overlooking the gorgeous main beach at Gulf Place. The living room sports a large Roku smart streaming TV, and a hi-speed wireless internet cable modem/router for wifi service throughout the house, as well as a DVD collection suitable for the entire family which even includes Baby Einstein and Bob the Builder collection for the little ones. There are plenty of games and a large dining room table perfect for family game nights. The breakfast bar provides extra seating for your family meals to dining seating to accommodate 12 people, and the living room is large enough to include 2 ceiling fans. The kitchen comes fully equipped with practically every conceivable cooking utensil. The home's coffee bar has both a Keurig and a standard brew coffee pot.
The large wrap-around porch off the living room provides a perfect location for keeping an eye on the kids in the private pool while relaxing in the gulf breeze, viewing and hearing the beach and Gulf from the deck, and has a propane BBQ grill and a Pit Barrel Smoker! The second-floor oversized deck also has a fire table perfect for making s'mores in the cooler months.
A second master suite is located on the second floor and includes a king-size bed with a BeautyRest PressureSmart plush mattress with an adjustable base, and an en suite, newly renovated bathroom with double sinks, granite counters, full bathtub with shower, and private balcony.
The recently remodeled top-floor tower room is an ideal kids' retreat with 2 sets of bunk beds (with a double bed on both the top and bottom of each bunk) and a twin day bed with a small pull-out twin trundle, a TV/gaming station with seating, a streaming TV and Blu-Ray player. Kids tower sleeps up to 6 kids (or 5 kids and 1 adult), and has its own half bathroom.
The home also comes with plenty of items for little ones to use to avoid having to bring them, including: Pack-n-play, standing floor bouncer, twin air mattress and egg crate foam, two chair-strap booster seats, diaper changing mat, bibs, potty seat topper, toddler utensils & plates, water life vests and bicycle helmets (kids & adult size).
There are beach and pool toys, board games, paperbacks, and an extensive collection of movies at the house to make a fun family night every night!
We spoil our guests by using an exceptional cleaning service before and after your stay that ensures you do not have to do the cleaning work before checking out. We believe you should NOT have to spend your last day of vacation cleaning, vacuuming, and doing laundry! Our post-stay cleaning service handles all of the bed stripping, washing, and making of beds, and other cleaning so that you barely have to do anything before you check out. We want you to leave more relaxed than when you arrived!
We also try to be accommodating as possible with all early check-in and check-out requests made in advance, and let us know if you need to make multiple payments to book. We are happy to help make this process as easy as possible for you. We do not charge extra for early check-in, when available.
The pool can be heated during the cooler times of the year as well. Please just let us know if you want to opt in to ensure the pool is at 88 degrees for your stay. Heating the pool during the coldest months runs an additional $35 per day, or an additional $25 per day in spring/fall, plus local & state tax of 12%. This fee can be handled separately from booking. Please just let us know at least 10 days in advance of your stay if you decide you would like to heat the pool.
SUMMARY: Only 86 steps down the cul-de-sac to the white sand beach and no streets for the kiddos to cross in this gated, gulf-front community. Shops and restaurants are within 100 yards at Gulf Place. Grayton Beach, Seaside, Watercolor, and Miramar Beach/Sandestin are just a few miles away. Ample parking for 4 midsize or 3 large vehicles + golf cart (if guest rents one). Equipped with an electronic door lock system with contactless check-in, so you won't even need to get keys @ a rental office before checking in!
BEACH GEAR INCLUDED: 8 backpack chairs 12 beach towels Misc goggles and toys, such as inflatable rafts, sandcastle & beach toys, balls, water Frisbees, Bacci balls, fishing nets, boogie boards, etc. Between March 1-Oct 31, 2025 free beach setup by La Dolce Vita of 4 beach lounge chairs (with feet stands) & 6 beach umbrellas
ROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: *All linens and towels included* Master Bedroom (Second Floor): Incredibly comfy and supportive BeautyRest PressureSmart King Bed with an adjustable base that will give you peaceful sleep, Private Balcony, Private Bathroom with Full Tub & Double Sinks
Second Master (First Floor): Incredibly comfy King Bed with adjustable base, En Suite Bathroom with Walk-In Shower
1st Guest Bedroom (First Floor): Incredibly comfy and supportive BeautyRest PressureSmart Queen Bed with an adjustable base, En Suite Bathroom with Full Tub
Bunk Tower (Third Floor): 2 Bunk Beds (double beds on top and bottom of each bunk) & Twin Bed with Twin Trundle (Sleeps 6) with half bathroom
Extra: Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Living Room
Keywords: 3 story, beach cottage, Gulf Place, Sunrise Beach, 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Blue Mountain Beach, Close to Seaside, Watercolor, Grayton, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Emerald Coast, Heated Pool, Private Pool, Private Beach, Free beach setup, Free beach chairs, Free beach gear, kids and toddler gear, Sleeps 12
STR-051948 TDT-18452 DWE7603724
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Pool toys
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Phone
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Heated pool
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Maximum of 7 adults, strictly enforced.
Maximum of 6 kids in bunk room (3rd Floor), strictly enforced.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Baytowne Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Sirens at the Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Does BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is BEST Location on 30A, FREE Beach Setup/Gear on Private Beach & Heated Pool! located?
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, just steps from South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Blue Mountain Beach is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
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We just stayed here and everything was excellent! Cleanliness was great this house literally has everything you in. It was well stocked with every towels(pool and bathrooms) has alot of beach stuff you can use and the umbrella and chairs already set up once we walked to the beach. Which the beach is right around the corner and with having 7 month old twins the pool was a plus. We will stay here again. We highly recommend it.
Had an amazing stay. Communication with owner, location to the beach and shops, and neighborhood was all excellent. Having access to the private beach was a great bonus along with the beach chairs and umbrellas. Would stay again.
Our extended family stayed at Bright Sunshiny Day and loved it. This is our 3rd stay here and we'll be back again next year. Our family loves the:- Gated Community- Close walk to the private beach- Layout of the house- Private Pool- Walkability to restaurants We recommend highly!
Such a memory making 10 days with the family! Gigi was so attentive and made the stay seamless. Great location and so nice being steps to the beach having a 9 month old with us:) Will definitely stay here again!
This house had everything you need for the beach…toys, chairs, towels, beach wagon and private beach with 6 umbrellas and 4 beach chairs! Plenty of room for our big family and super clean! Nice pool and great walking distance to restaurants! We will definitely be back!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our 3 generation family. Our four grandkids totally loved the beach and pool. The adults loved the house and the location. This is our second year staying here and have already reserved if for next year.
This property was perfect! Location was great and it fit our needs perfectly. The owners really have thought about everything their renters may need and we felt so at home. Great experience!
This is the second time we’ve stayed here and loved it again! The house is perfect for our multi-generational family. Gigi thinks of and provides just about everything you could need for a beach vacation.
Minutes to the beach and a private pool was a total must with two small children. They were obsessed with the pool. Great place, very comfy and had everything you could need.
Steve and Gigi are the perfect hosts. The house is located in a beautiful gated neighborhood just steps from a private beach. The daily beach chair setup service made going to the beach so easy and enjoyable! We spent every day at the beach and having a pool was a plus. Loved having coffee in the morning on the deck with a view of the ocean. A perfect family beach vacation! Highly recommend this property and hope to visit again!
Wow! Great house great location great Hosts .
My family couldn’t ask for a more beautiful prefect vacation .
The beaches are beautiful the pool was used everyday an added plus.
Will return for sure.
LOVED!
This is our 2nd time staying at this location. The property was exactly as described in the listing. The owner (GiGi) provided everything we could possibly need for our stay. Beach access is steps from the front door. The beach there is gorgeous. The location is great!! Theres an ice cream shoppe within walking distance along with restaurants and other shopping.
This beach "home" has everything you need for a great trip. The large front porch is the perfect place to drink coffee in the morning or watch the sunset in the evening. The owners provided beach chairs (in addition to the free set up), beach towels, ice chest and so many extras. Our group is planning a return trip next year.
Nicely kept property just steps away from a private beach. The house was well stocked with supplies (kitchen supplies, towels, toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags). We especially enjoyed the included daily setup of beach umbrellas and chairs. Very walkable neighborhood. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Owners were easy to get in touch with. Seamless check in and minimal required of you upon checkout.
Our extended family of 6 adults and 5 children from under 1 year old to 17 years old stayed at Gigi’s house during Fall Break. It was a wonderful experience. Beautiful house with everything you need in an ideal location with perfect weather. Can’t recommend it highly enough. And what a great host!
Steve and Gigi's home is the perfect spot for a family vacation! We traveled with two five adults and two children and the space worked great for us. The location of the house is within walking distance to several stores and restaurants as well as the boardwalk down to the beach. The home is stocked with everything you need to cook meals and is very kid friendly (books, nerf guns, toys, baby gates, etc.) You also can't beat the chair service down at the beach -- they set up and break down for you every day! We will definitely try to make it back to this home in the future!
A location where you can get to the private beach easily. Near restaurants, ice cream, shops. Less traffic than the Destin high rise condo area. In a gated neighborhood. We have 10 in our family, my wife and I have 2 children and their spouses and 4 grandchildren. This is our third year and we have booked it again for next year. No complaints, it checks all the boxes.
The Beach cottage was perfect for our family beach trip! We stayed here with my parents, my family of 5, and my sister's family of 4. It was plenty big enough for us all. There are so many good things I could say about it! We loved how close it was to the beach, coffee, icecream, and stores! Having access to beach chairs and umbrellas was an added convenience. We also appreciate the little things offered like hangers, laundry detergent, toilet paper, trash bags, etc. Gigi was so easy to communicate with and very friendly. We hope to visit again in the future!
Gigi and Steve were very gracious hosts, the check in process was simple and I felt very informed before we arrived from the welcome packet they had sent. The house was in such a great location to enjoy the private beach while still being walking distance to food and shopping. The security on the beach made me feel at ease. With the public access right next door I was concerned but the security was on top of making sure you were supposed to be there. It was without a doubt our easier beach trip with kids we have ever taken. Not having to pack beach towels, boogie boards and sand toys made for a much simpler trip! Thank you Gigi and Steve!
We had a great stay! We paid extra to have the pool heated (which was awesome) but we were a bit disappointed that there was no lighting at the pool--it gets dark around 4:45pm in the winter and just wasn't safe for our kids to swim without lighting (there was none inside the pool or on the deck). They are on 9,7,6 & 4. Other than that the house was well stocked and Steve and Gigi were excellent with logistics and responsiveness!
This was our 3rd trip to 30A. Every year prior has been wonderful based on the area and the beach. For the first time we can say it was wonderful based on the area AND the house and owners. Gigi and Steve are amazing people. Checked in with us numerous times to see how things were going. The house is simply awesome. Plenty of room for the 6 of us to spread out easily. So close to the beach! Cleanest house we’ve rented! And having all the beach towels, beach toys, and having an umbrella and two chair setup included?! Can’t beat that! We are already planning on booking again next year! Thank you guys for an amazing family vacation!