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LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Aerial view
Beach nearby, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 7166 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Gym

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS

This professionally furnished unit is on the second floor with views of The Gulf of Mexico and Big Redfish Lake. The views are better than the pictures show. The three bedroom condo sleeps 6 adults and possible 1 child on the leather living room couch (not a fold- out bed but has roll out liner). The newly furnished balcony is completely private with seating for 6 with a table for food or drinks. The balcony can be accessed from the Living Room or the Master Bedroom. There are two full length sun lounges with small tables.

This incredible unit features 10 foot ceilings, granite kitchen & bar counter-tops, updated kitchen appliances, wireless internet and a gas fireplace. The living room/ dining room and all three bedrooms have new hardwood floors. All bedrooms have their own private bathrooms, ceiling fans, cable boxes, HDTVs and DVR. The master bath has a large jet tub & separate marble walled shower. The living room has two ceiling fans and a new 55” adjustable flat screen smart HDTV w/cable box, DVD & a Blu-Ray player. The kitchen is fully furnished including small appliances such as a toaster, toaster oven, a blender & 2 coffee makers (drip style & Keurig unit). The cable network has the sports package and a DVR (recordable programing) package for the living room & master bedroom.

Sanctuary at Redfish is situated on 14 beautiful acres that border Big Redfish Lake, an ultra-rare coastal dune lake. These lakes flow in & out of the Gulf & are unique & very rare throughout the world. In the United Stated dune lakes are only found adjacent to our very own Northwest Florida beaches. They are truly a treasure of nature & make this location a one-of-a-kind destination. Sanctuary at Redfish is a gated 64 unit, 3 story complex that does not ‘overwhelm’ the amenities provided, even at peak periods (unlike high rise apartment complexes).

Sanctuary at Redfish has a giant tastefully landscaped pool complex with 4 swimming pools and two hot tubs. The large swimming pool has zero depth entry at the west end. The pool area is fully furnished with tables and chairs and pool side lounges. The three small pools are great for families and small children and help reduce the number of people in the large pool. There are two hot tubs bordering the large swimming pool and the pool complex is beautifully landscaped and lighted at night. At the back of the pool complex just past the Fire-pit are 5 Weber Gas Grills which are excellently maintained and replaced often.

For beach goers, a shuttle boat service is provided (Shuttle service runs from March 1st through the end of November) from our dock for a quick 3 minute trip across Big Redfish Lake to our private white sands beach on the Gulf (or paddle across the lake to our private beach in one of the common kayaks or canoes - available when shuttle is running). An umbrella and two wooden beach lounge chairs will be set up daily on the beach for our guests (included in the rate). Extra chairs can be taken to the beach aboard the shuttle, but tents and extra umbrellas are prohibited (extra umbrellas and/or chairs can be rented by the on-site provider - La Dolce Vita). Alternatively, a short 10 minute walk to a private boardwalk (code provided for gate) also delivers you over the dunes onto the beach - (or back to the condo after an evening beach stroll).
There is a full state-of-the-art gym complete with a water fountain, men's and women's bathroom and showers.

Paved and Non-paved bike trails are accessed either in front of the complex or just down the street. Scenic Hwy 30A runs right in front of the complex connecting Blue Mountain Beach with Grayton Beach, Water Color, Seaside and Rosemary Beach resorts to mention a few and the paved bike trails run the length of these towns and more. Bicycle rentals are available close to the complex up the street at Big Daddy's Bike Shop. Also, a public beach with Lifeguards and public parking is located about 6 blocks from Sanctuary at Redfish (a good place to swim when the Gulf waves rise).

For winter renters; one small pool is heated to 80 F throughout the winter (unless the temperature drops below 50 F and the heater is shut down) and two hot tubs are always running. Shuttle and common boats are not available from Nov. 1st to March 1st.


Keywords: Luxury Condo, Waterfront Views, Private Beach with Umbrella and Chairs provided, Super Multi-Swimming Pools/Hot Tubs Complex, Gated Community, Excellent Amenities, Scenic Hwy. 30A.

Property manager

Michael Bulger

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow top mattress

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking is allowed. Smoke only on the balcony.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1785 sq ft (166 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: SAR has a 'No Pets Policy' for all renters.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Sanctuary at Redfish is family orientated.

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
Note from host: Diners with family and friends is allowed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Late Summer Specials Condo
Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Late Summer Specials
Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Late Summer Specials Condo
Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Late Summer Specials Condo
Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Late Summer Specials
Beautiful Gulf Lake Views Beach Setup Incl. Luxury Condo
Luxury Condo W/ Beautiful Beach Lake Views. Beach Setup Incl

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Beach - 13 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 5 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 7 min drive
  • 30A Bike Trail - 7 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS have a pool?

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

Is LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS located?

Located in Blue Mountain Beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Blue Mountain Beach. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and Grayton Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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LUXURY CONDO W/ BEAUTIFUL GULF BEACH & REDFISH LAKE BALCONY VIEWS Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect start to summer
We Love this property and enjoy the unit we stayed in. Great Owners.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathanael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great unit and location
This was the best stay experience our family has ever had in 30a. The amenities were fantastic and the unit was true to its listing. Definitely recommend and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary at Redfish
Loved the place! Everything was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it here!
Staying here never disappoints. We love returning again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F., Appleton, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Great condo - large, well-equipped and comfortable. Excellent location, close to many beaches, dining, and shopping. The owner was very helpful and accommodating when we had a last minute schedule change. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo!
We love this condominium! This was our first time staying here and we will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect
Perfect Location, clean condo, beautiful beach. Couldn’t have asked for anything more. Definitely recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Hoschton,Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach 2023
We have stayed at this property several times and love it. Location is great! Beach and pools we love! Great view of the ocean! Michael keeps his price reasonable and unit has all we need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always my favorite
Come down as a family once a year and always feel like I'm coming home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary by Redfish
Great location and beach. Resort complex is great for families … nice fitness center. Condo unit had more than enough space and was adequately supplied. Owners were very responsive. Make sure you plan on bringing some of your own supplies since only a starter set of products are supplied. Love this area of 30A !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W., Huntsville

January stay
Nice view. Classy master bedroom furniture. Only negative was no direct beach access. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

June S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot to stay
What a wonderful place to rest and relax!! The condo was awesome. The kitchen was well stocked with most everything we needed to eat in. The beds were very comfortable. Having a view of the gulf from the patio was a nice bonus and having 4 pools to choose from each day was a good thing! Can’t wait to come back…..Sanctuary at Redfish is a great place to hang out!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Blue Mountain Beach
We loved our accommodations. We had everything we needed to cook. The condo was inviting and comfortable and the view of the beach was a plus. The pools in the complex are the best of anywhere we have stayed. We love this area and the private beach is great for families with small children. My only suggestion would be room darkening shades or curtains in the second and third bedrooms. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
From check-in to check out everything was so easy & convenient. The location was perfect being right at the beach. You could see the ocean in the distance from our balcony each morning. We were able to walk to coffee & shops or drive within minutes. And we loved the pools and the ease of having the ferry take us over to the beach with chairs & umbrellas set up each days, very nice for our family of 6. The condo was bigger than we expected which was a nice surprise. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Perfect week
I've stayed at Michael's condo several times now and every stay is perfect. Michael reacts quickly to any problems that may need addressing during the stay. The property is very clean and well maintained. The kitchen is very well equipped - even having a Keurig coffee maker. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Perfect property!
Everything was a described. Bedding was buttery soft! We wanted for nothing in this unit. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Fantastic Restful Vacation
Very nice, quiet, condo. Beautiful and well kept. The complex was NOT busy at all, there are several pools and none were ever full. The Redfish portion of the beach had just a few people on it at one time, never crowded. Chair rental (we needed extra chairs, was easy) We loved the pontoon to take us across the dune lake to the beach, never had to wait more than 3 minutes. Calm peaceful week on vacation.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Faith D.

Exceptional Condo on the Emerald Coast
We have found a gem on 30a. We are drawn to an ocean setting and this is the perfect retreat. Once you walk in the front door and see how beautifully the condo is furnished, you immediately feel at home. It only gets better. Walk out onto the balcony, take in the scenery and breathe the ocean air. This is where we relax, read, drink coffee and nap. We love biking to Seaside, eating ice cream at Blue Mountain Creamery, walking long stretches of beach and taking advantage of all the amenities at this complex. You will leave feeling totally refreshed and thankful for experiencing such a beautiful place on earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sung H., Chesterfield, MO

Great Condo
We just returned from a fabulous trip with our 5 and 7 yr old. The condo was wonderful. It was much bigger than I anticipated. Very clean and tastefully decorated. The pool and the beach were never crowded. I wasn't too sure about the boat service to the beach, but we never waited more than 5 mins for the boat. They also have a number of canoes and kayaks which my kids enjoyed. If you are the type of person that enjoys early morning walks on the beach, you must walk or take a kayak to the beach. The walk to the beach is a bit of a trek. Other than that, we loved the condo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brent T., Lake Orion

An Amazing Place!
This was such a wonderful place to stay! It is nicely decorated and the furniture and beds were very comfortable. The pictures show how nice it is but it's size is so much bigger. More then enough room for a family of five. The condo is stocked with EVERYTHING you would need. Michael was GREAT to work with and very committed to making sure he could do everything to make our stay as pleasant as possible. Sanctuary at Redfish had everything you would want. It was never busy at the pool or beach. I personally was concerned about the point of getting to the beach via the pontoon boat before our trip. It was actually very nice and very convenient. I have no regrets with this resort or condo at all. I only look forward to another trip to the Sanctuary at Redfish and this condo next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jeff f., Alabama

Relaxing
First of let me commend the owner for excellent communication. We stayed for a week and had a wonderful time at Redfish. My son was able to fish with his friend . I along with my wife had a great time at the beach which was just over the lake. The boat was easy to take over to the beach and boat captain was easy to contact. The Blue Mountain area is a great place to get away from the rat race of crowded beaches during holiday periods. The condo had everything that we would need for a week. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils for any cooking that would need to be done on a vacation. The condo had a washer and dryer that worked great. The pools were awesome. The people that stayed were mainly families with children and a few retired couples. What a great place. I am hoping to get to go back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Rob P., Auburn, Alabama

Change of Pace; Beautiful in all Ways
Family of 7. Plenty of space. Beautiful property. We go to the beach yearly during the week of July 4th, the busiest time of the year. It was a welcome surprise to not have to wake up early to get an umbrella and chairs at the beach or to find chairs at the pool. That is nonexistent here. We enjoyed the water taxi to the beach on the pontoon boat. Enjoyed the Weber grills at the pool area. Enjoyed the hot tubs, especially during the rainy times. Blue Mountain is rather secluded and off the beaten path, but literally a bike ride to mass of humanity I’d that’s your flavor. Walking to and from the beach is not a real option at this location so you will be limited to the water taxi schedule. This was not an issue for us. A nice change of pace. Enjoyable experience. Kids had a blast. Thank you to Michael for opening his home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Location is great. Views are beautiful.
Pros: The views are better than pictured. The condo is spacious and the layout is nice. The layout of the sleeping rooms are separate from the main living space, great for families who may have kids that go to bed earlier than the rest of the family. The pools are great. Cons: We traveled with 2 other families and their hosts let them check in at 2:30 instead of 4, but we were told there is s strict no early check in policy. There’s no documentation in the condo of common amenities and things guests would want to know (like all beach access points, check in/ out instructions, where to find common things guests may need, recommendations from the host, WiFi, etc). The condo dishwasher doesn’t work great. I had to wash a load of dishes multiple times to get it clean, and found dirty dishes in the cabinets where presumably other guests hadn’t noticed the dishwasher was lacking. If you have ATT you won’t be able to make calls from the condo and the WiFi is pretty spotty as well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Cheryl D., Zeeland, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Santa Rosa Beach condo - great for vacation but not remote work
Pros: - gorgeous lake/ocean view from the balcony and lovely pool area - the condo is spacious, and looks like the photos - the surrounding area is lovely - Grayton Beach State Park, Seaside, and the beaches Cons: - I had inquired about Internet access prior to booking since I planned to work part time while there for a month and was assured it was reliable and should be fine. While we did have Internet access most of the time - it was very slow and I was not able to use VPN to connect to work files or participate in Teams calls consistently. We had stayed at another condo in Sandestin the month prior and had no issues at all with that access. - the furniture in the condo is quite firm (mattresses and new L-shaped sofa). However the balcony chairs were comfortable for us. - it has a rather eclectic collection of dishes, pots/pans that could use a refresh. - the unit is not very soundproof but the owners did provide large fans that were helpful to reduce noise at night. In summary - a great option if you are there for the pool and ocean and the view and not concerned about the cons I mentioned. However, I do not recommend it for remote work.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Emily H., New Orleans LA

Nice, roomy condo-- but unfortunate surprises
The condo is very spacious and comfortable (altho 2 of the BRs face the common walkway so you wont be opening the shades). The huge pool area was lovely. In the winter, there is one small pool that is heated enough to swim (not warm) and the hot tubs were nice. The grill and firepit looked great. The beach is beautiful. There were some unfortunate surprises however, which could have been avoided. First, take a screen shot of all the codes (there are 4), or you wont be able to access them if cell signal drops or the homeaway app acts up. We got no instructions on how to arrive at the unit itself--it is in the East bldg, not the west and numbering is wierd. There are no instructions in the unit so we had to googlemap where the boardwalk was and the grocery. The cable didnt work in 3 of the 4 TVs. We punched enough buttons on the many remotes to somehow finally get it going on one TV, but were unsuccessful on the others. This could have been rectified with some instructions. The icemaker didnt work. The listing does mention that the boat shuttle does not run after Oct 31, but it does NOT mention that *kayaks and beach chair/umbrellas are unavailable after Nov 1*. This should be rectified. This means that you have to haul all of your gear down the street and out the long boardwalk to the beach. It says it is a "short 5 min walk" to the beach--but that is the length of the boardwalk, it is actually a 15 min walk from the condo, down the bike path, and down the boardwalk. It is a pleasant walk if you had nothing to carry, but a pain when hauling beach stuff. A beach wagon that everyone else seems to have would have been a thoughtful addition. Or at least a heads up. There are no beach towels, chairs or umbrellas provided. There were two broken and un-usable chairs in the locker by the parking spot. (There are boogie boards and sand toys in the locker however). The worst surprise was waking up to workers crawling over our balcony and painting literally right outside our bedroom window, about 3 ft from our bed. We couldnt use the balcony for the first 3 days. (Even after that, our view was of bucket trucks and old patio furniture.) We should have been informed of this as it significantly affected our enjoyment of the unit. Then water began dripping out of a light fixture on our last day, a re-occuring problem according to the manager. These things happen, but it capped it off for us. Nice, but not worth the hassles. We'll come back, but not to this unit
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2016