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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9146 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets!
"Even Keel" is the perfect beach getaway for your next trip to South Walton along 30A! Located in the quaint community of Old Florida Village, you'll experience front porch sitting and slower pace strolling at its best! “Even Keel” is pet friendly allowing dogs, anything over 30lbs will need to be approved or you can bring 2 dogs up to 30lbs. Old Florida Village is the perfect neighborhood for walking your furry friend.
You'll find ample parking in the brick-paved drive for 2 cars with overflow parking directly next door and around the neighborhood. The open porch off the back yard area is ideal for grilling those evening meals on the gas grill.
Updated living, dining, bedroom furniture in all rooms throughout. The first floor offers a living room with sectional sleeper sofa, flat screen TV, and lots of windows with natural lighting, dining area with dining table seating 6 plus breakfast bar, with 3 additional place settings, for a total of 9. Fully equipped kitchen has granite countertops and stainless appliances. An open furnished back porch with grill leads to a back yard. There is also a bedroom on the first floor with queen size bed, flat screen TV, and private porch with rocking chairs. The first floor full bath is conveniently located in the hallway between the kitchen and the bedroom.
Moving up to the 2nd floor, you'll find the master bedroom with a king size bed, flat-screen TV, private bath and private open balcony. There is a hall laundry closet with a full-size washing machine and dryer, essential for keeping those beach towels ready for the pool or beach! To complete the home, you'll find the 3rd bedroom with a double size bed, a twin bed, a private porch, and a private full bath. "Even Keel" will certainly help you wind down to beach time and leave the worries of everyday life behind! The location allows easy bike ride to the Gulfview Heights or Ed Walline Beach Access, Gulf Place shops and restaurants or explore further down 30A to discover more nature trails and scenic beauty of South Walton along 19 miles of bike paths of 30A.
Your stay at Even Keel comes with Xplorie’s best activities! Tee off at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, zip through Baytowne Adventure Zone, and sail on the Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise. Enjoy Big Kahuna’s Water Park, Black Light Mini Golf, and scenic bike rides with complimentary rentals. Explore 30A with ease and adventure!
Please Note: Complimentary Xplorie activities are only available for reservations of 1–28 consecutive nights. Stays of 29 nights or longer are not eligible for these complimentary activities.
* Parking for 2 cars. * Pet Friendly: This property is pet friendly! If bringing a dog, please contact Reservations as an additional non-refundable pet fee will be added to your booking. A maximum of 2 dogs is allowed at a maximum of 30 lbs. Please see our rental policies for further details.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Blue Mountain Beach and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sundog Books and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Does Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets! located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery, South Walton Beaches, and Santa Rosa Beach. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and Blue Mountain Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Pet Friendly - 2 Pools - Modern Beach House Charm + Free Attraction Tickets! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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:
Convenient location and nice complex.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Caroline G.
Apr 9, 2024
Fabulous stay!
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:
Had a wonderful week and lovely accommodations at Even Keel. Special shoutout to the abundance of outdoor seating options (4 porches!), nice big primary suite (feels like you're sleeping in the trees!), and the proximity to the beach and Goatfeathers. Would 100% recommend to any traveler!
Great place, very clean, as advertised. Loved that we could take our two weimaraners on vacation with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alethia G.
Jul 27, 2025
Wonderful stay, great family memories
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:
Spacious, peaceful, had everything we needed for a great stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Don S.
Jul 20, 2023
Wonderful Stay in Santa Rosa beach
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:
Absolutely loved this house.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
John/Judy T.
Mar 9, 2021
Weekend getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Rental was nice but Benchmark Mgt was not very accommodating with two conflicts we had. The reps were very nice but management was not helpful. There was no mention of $250 pet fee at the time of booking - however it was in the Benchmark 8-page contract. Never had this issue before with pet-friendly rentals so I will not book through Benchmark in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Joan S.
Oct 26, 2023
Won’t be back
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was somewhat 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:
Dirty carpets. Worn out couch and chairs I was bitten by sand flea in the home probably from previous guests animals. That was miserable. Outside swarming with carpenter bees diving under porches. Very annoying. Out side wood maintenance very neglected 🤣🤣🤣
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah L.
Nov 23, 2022
Quiet, rejuvenating stay
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:
In case you've ever wondered, November is a wonderful time to visit Even Keel and 30A. Think long walks on less-crowded beaches, short wait times at any of the area's delicious restaurants, and peace and quiet at your home-away-from-home.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gretchen F.
Sep 27, 2022
August 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:
We had a wonderful and relaxing time!
We absolutely loved Even Keel! Close to great restaurants and the beach! The gated community provided us opportunities to walk the dogs and enjoy neighbors!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Lisa C.
Jan 4, 2022
Uneven Keel
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The area and surroundings were fine. The house was underwhelming. The couch was lumpy and uncomfortable. The bedroom linens had tears in them. The master shower was tiny. The kitchen was stocked at a minimum. The AC was broken upon arrival but quickly fixed. We could never reach a live person at Benchmark. Previous experience with Benchmark was favorable.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Saint Charles, IL
Dec 30, 2021
December 2021
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
We called Even Keel home for 2 weeks over the holidays. The location is great; very spacious and clean. Well stocked; enough kitchenware to cook Christmas dinner. The neighborhood was quiet and cozy. We could hear the Gulf waves from the front porches. It was too cool to use the pools but they looked lovely. Wi Fi worked great. Management company was easy to work with, responsive, codes for check in were provided timely and check in was easy. Really liked the area -- not as touristy as Destin, but still close enough to Destin for dining and shopping.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
Sep 13, 2021
A Nice House
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:
The house was as advertised. Had a nice visit. Close to beach and Gulf Place. Would stay there again.
Everything was as advertised and the place was clean and well laid out! Had everything we needed! Rental credit for umbrellas and beach chairs was a nice bonus! Only 2 small nit picky things! Photos on the rental ad showed a Keurig coffee maker on the counter and I brought my pods but when we got there the coffee maker was a brew type with filters. We made it work and I may have missed it but I never saw a code to get in the access gate to get in the complex and had to call to get in on check in day! Property manager was great and got me the code quickly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah L.
Jun 15, 2021
Our family LOVES Even Keel!
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 visit to Even Keel. The house itself is beautiful and spacious - our family of five had plenty of space to spread out and relax. The house is within walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and most importantly, ice cream! My kids especially enjoyed the neighborhood pool. We'll be back!
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jaswir S.
Jun 1, 2021
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Was OK
Property is overated. Extra costs way too high
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from ,
Dec 1, 2020
December 2020 stay
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:
Even Keel was a great place for a relaxing winter trip! Check in, check out, and other communications were straightforward. Spacious and comfortable. Short and pleasant walk to the beach.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B.
Oct 19, 2020
Spacious and quiet home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Rented the house for a week and had a wonderful stay. Everyone was able to have their own bedroom and bathroom. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and a short walk (or drive, if you have a lot of gear) from the beach. Everything was very clean and well kept.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly B.
Oct 19, 2020
Spacious and quiet home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Rented the house for a week and had a wonderful stay. Everyone was able to have their own bedroom and bathroom. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and a short walk (or drive, if you have a lot of gear) from the beach. Everything was very clean and well kept.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elyse M.
Sep 7, 2019
september 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:
We had a lovely time at Even Keel - a great spot for a quiet, relaxing beach vacation. Communication was easy and the property was clean. Would definitely recommend!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elyse M.
Sep 7, 2019
september 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:
We had a lovely time at Even Keel - a great spot for a quiet, relaxing beach vacation. Communication was easy and the property was clean. Would definitely recommend!
Thank you for letting us vacay with you. Our family had a blast. The house met all of our expectations! Very clean and well equipped. We will be back soon. Would love to stay here off season.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peyton V.
Jul 20, 2019
Even Keel was AWESOME
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:
We absolutely loved Even Keel. It was perfect for our family. I would recommend a bike or golf cart rental to get to the beach, but the entrance is still easily accessible and close by! About half a mile! It was such a cute house and neighborhood. Lots of kids at the neighborhood pools! Would definitely recommend. Thanks for an awesome vacation!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Peyton V.
Jul 20, 2019
Even Keel was AWESOME
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:
We absolutely loved Even Keel. It was perfect for our family. I would recommend a bike or golf cart rental to get to the beach, but the entrance is still easily accessible and close by! About half a mile! It was such a cute house and neighborhood. Lots of kids at the neighborhood pools! Would definitely recommend. Thanks for an awesome vacation!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alethia G.
Jul 13, 2019
Very comfortable beach condo minutes from a beautiful beach
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:
Even Keel was the perfect location for our beach vacation with family and friends. With several young children in our party, we really enjoyed the spaciousness of the rental as well as the two pools within walking distance of the property. We didn't mind being minutes away from one of the most beautiful beaches in the country either. Checking in and out of the rental was seamless with the key code entry system, and the house was very clean. We definitely plan to return!