Mermaids Retreat 30A ‍♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes

Seacrest, Florida
$537 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Mermaids Retreat 30A is a newly renovated home with new interior and exterior paint, newly painted kitchen cabinets, refinished oak hardwoods in the bedrooms and third floor, a newly screened-in porch, new interior and exterior lighting, new refrigerator, new oven and a new pool heater. The home is also fully refurnished and redecorated. Please see a full virtual tour here:
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HOME HIGHLIGHTS
-Dazzling Gulf views
-Steps to quiet beach access
-Private pool with waterfall feature **Pool heating avail Oct 1-May 1 for $50 per day**
-Newly renovated and fully refurnished
-Patio area with gas grill
-4 Adult bikes
-Parking for up to 5 vehicles
-Covered front porches on all three levels
-Fast WiFi and cable, friendly for remote work

Mermaid's Retreat 30A is the perfect escape, with an unbeatable location just 100 steps from the beach access and along 30A between Alys Beach and the Hub. The 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home sleeps 12 in beds and features a fully fenced in private pool, four complimentary adult bikes, new transitional/coastal decor, and gorgeous views of the sparkling Gulf from the third floor lookout.

The kitchen has everything needed for indoor entertaining, including stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a drip coffee maker and Keurig, crock pot, and brand new dishes and utensils. There is seating for 12 between the dining table (8) and bar (4). Plenty of counter space and an open living concept makes cooking and entertaining a pleasure!

The home is fully equipped for families to spend quality time together, with a wide assortment of puzzles, books, kids books, DVDs and board games. For sports and TV time, the home has 6 TVs, with the largest (65) in the living room and a TV and DVD player in each bedroom. For those traveling with the younger set, we include worry-free plastic plates, cups and utensils, two baby gates, a pack and play and mattress, and booster seat. Additionally, there are no worries about safety, as exterior cameras are in place.

Mermaids Retreat 30A is located on scenic 30A, perfect for watching bike riders and viewing the beautiful Emerald Coast. Laid in a quiet residential area but close to all of the action, the home is located within walking distance to Alys Beach and The Hub (~1 mile, 5-7 min bike ride), which provide great family entertainment and numerous restaurants. The location is also only a short 3-5 minute bike ride from Camp Creek coastal dune lake and a 10 minute bike ride to Rosemary, with its incredible Sunday Farmers Market. Four adult bikes are provided for your convenience.

Now for the best part, the BEACH! Mermaids Retreat 30A is only a 45 second walk to a breathtaking quiet beach by way of the beach access across the street. There you will find the sugar white sands and crystal clear waters of the Emerald Coast. This is one of the best perks of the house as you and your companions can use the provided chairs and umbrellas to quickly go from the front door to having your toes in the sand, with the ease of running back and forth for lunch or a quick dip in the pool. The neighborhood beach access effectively serves the surrounding homes down Seacrest drive and has no golf cart parking, making it less crowded than many areas along 30A. You'll never be three rows deep here.

House Tour/Sleeping Arrangements
1st FLOOR
-Welcoming front porch with rocking Adirondack chairs
-Separate dining room with seating for 8
-Open concept kitchen and spacious living room
-Bedroom #1 - Queen bed with en suite bath and pool views
-Screened in porch with sofa and dining table with seating for 8, perfect for al fresco dining

2nd FLOOR
-Stairs lead right up to the double door exit to the large front porch complete with wicker rockers and ladder ball
-Bedroom #2 - Bunk room featuring two sets of twin bunks
-Bedroom #3 - Queen bedroom with connecting bath (shower/tub combo)
-Bedroom #4 - King master complete with large en suite bath, pool views and desk perfect for working or conducting school remotely
-Hall laundry closet with full size washer and dryer

3rd FLOOR
-Bedroom #5 - King master with wet bar and mini fridge, en suite bathroom, family gaming area, and Gulf views
-Private porch with Gulf views perfect for morning coffee watching the sunrise or happy hour sunset views

Planning your Florida itinerary Don’t miss these highlights:
-Seacrest Beach (across the street) - Our gorgeous neighborhood beach, complete with powdery soft sand
-Alys Beach (5 min bike ride) - Incredible architecture and dining, with the best donut truck and playground on 30A
-Seaside (10-min drive) - Visiting this iconic town for shopping and dining at Great Southern Cafe or the food trucks is a must
-Camp Creek Golf Club (3-min drive) - Stunning 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio
-Pier Park/Pier Park North Mall (20-min drive) - Open-air shopping center with stores, dining, a movie theater, and rides
-Gulf World (20-min drive) - Aquarium with exhibits incl. dolphins, sea lions, & more
-Point Washington State Forest (14-min drive) - Expansive park with walking/hiking trails, hunting areas, and lots of wildlife

RESERVATION/BOOKING POLICY
- RATES- SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY during Spring Break and Summer with a minimum 7 night stay
-A 50% initial payment is due at the time of booking.
-Balance is due 60 days prior to arrival date.
-Fully refundable $850 damage deposit required.
-Initial payment is fully refundable if cancellations are given 60 days prior to arrival date.
-Check-In begins at 4:00PM CST. If available, an early check-in may be requested for an additional fee.
-Check-Out is by 10:00AM CST. If available, a late check-out may be requested for an additional fee.
-Must Be 25 Or Older To Rent. We have a strict family only policy. No exceptions.
-Bikes are included in the rental. To utilize, waiver must signed and received before code is provided.
-NO ANIMAL HOME. Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO ANIMAL policy will result in IMMEDIATE EVICTION plus additional deep cleaning charges.
-NO Events, to include wedding receptions and other large gatherings are allowed. If violated, double cleaning fees, as well as other possible fees, will apply, and Renter will be required to leave the premises and remaining rents will be forfeited.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator (mini) Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Limited Onsite Parking (max 5 Spaces) Onsite Parking Self Parking On Site (surcharge)
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Fenced Yard Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Heated Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Highchair Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Wet Bar
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Joy F.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2026

    Stayed Jun 20, 2026

    Excellent vacation home. Owners accurately described the rental. We had a marvelous time!

  • Nancy H.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2026

    Stayed May 30, 2026

    The home was perfect size for our group with nicely appointed spaces. Location was good, close to the beach.

  • cathy g.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 11, 2026

    The house was everything we expected. any questions or concerns we had were addressed quickly. Whenever we needed to contact the owner via text, we received a reply within 5 minutes. Highly recommend this home. Great location, beautiful pool, and plenty of basic necessities were supplied. We would definitely stay there again!! Thank you Troy.

  • Samantha G.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 23, 2026

    We loved our stay! The house was perfect for 2 families — very close to the beach and stocked with everything we needed for a fun beach trip (eg, beach chairs & wagon, toys and books for kids). We could not recommend this house more!

  • Kathy W.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 3, 2026

    This was a beautiful home, property was well maintained. Our only disappointment was the heated pool wasn't working. So we never used it. The pool had been cleaned twice as scheduled. The bikes, we had to buy a tire pump as they were low. Troy responded quickly on any issues we had. He also allowed us to get in the home earlier in the day as our family was flying in. The home was walkable to the beach. Our family had a terrific time there.

  • Karli W.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2026

    Stayed Apr 23, 2026

    Great location with great communication

  • Emily W.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    Beautiful home! Hosts were great and responsive to questions we had ahead of time. Location was perfect- across the street from the beach. Kids loved the pool - great for large groups and kids.

  • Jason I.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2026

    Stayed Mar 6, 2026

    Loved the pool. The crows nest was wonderful for morning coffee. Loved the upstairs bedroom. All bedrooms were very nice. House fit my family perfectly. Walk to the beach was easy and riding bikes to Alys was perfect.

  • Amy B.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2026

    Stayed Jan 22, 2026

    Our stay at Mermaid was PERFECT!! The house is in a central location and Beach is right across the street. The house is fully stocked from kitchen to beach equipment and bikes. The owner are amazing. They helped us with our planning and the few things we did need while we were there were taken care of within minutes. I give this place and the owners a 100!!!

  • Deangelo Y.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2026

    Stayed Feb 22, 2026

    Troy was great, I appreciated the timely response to my questions throughout the stay. My family and I enjoyed ourselves. We would definitely recommend

  • Dawn M.

    Submitted Feb 25, 2026

    Stayed Feb 19, 2026

    We loved our stay at Mermaid’s Retreat! The house is very comfortable and accommodating. We had six adults and everyone had plenty of space. We enjoyed having the heated pool and bikes and the location is excellent. Thanks, Troy for being such a great host! I

  • J.P. F.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2025

    Stayed Nov 16, 2025

    We had a fantastic stay at Mermaids Retreat. The property was beautiful and offered every amenity we could have hoped for. Communication with the owner was outstanding from start to finish, making everything smooth and stress-free. The location was incredibly convenient, just steps across from the beach access, which made our days at the beach effortless.Although bikes were available for use, we spent most of our time enjoying the wonderful private pool each afternoon after returning from the beach. It quickly became one of our favorite parts of the stay.Mermaids Retreat was the perfect place for my wife and me to celebrate my retirement, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend this property and would love to stay again.

  • Sara K.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    I can not recommend this place enough. We traveled with families with littles and it was perfect location with beach access just across the street and the pool was amazing. The host was responsive and helpful to all of our needs. This is the most well stocked house I can ever stayed at as far as kitchen needs, towels, beach chairs/ gear, pool toys, floats, etc. We ended up not needing stuff that we had packed because they had it all. The house was perfect for multiple families. Grill was clean and ready to use (which I feel like is rare) and the string lights in the back brought the perfect ambience. Smart TVs were so easy to use. Couch was big and comfortable and nice for large families. Plenty of seating everywhere. Again, everything for this place was perfect, and I cant wait to stay here again!

  • Julie M.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Such a well-stocked home and the location was perfect! Owner was very responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. The screen porch was an extra bonus, we spent several hours out there. Hope to be back next year, thank you!

  • Barry S.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Great location and property! Enjoyed our stay.

  • Jason C.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    We had a fantastic time in this great house. Having your own pool was great and the beach access was so close! House was spotless. Beds were comfy. Will definitely come back!!

  • Patty S.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    The stay was great.

  • Jeff L.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Property was all it was described to be comfortable bedding and all accommodations were as described.

  • Alicia K.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    The house is great! Plenty of room and nice outside pool. But with younger kids the best part was being able to walk right across the street to the beach. We went in mid-June and the beach was not crowded at all. Plus, the hosts are so nice and accommodating. We will be back!

  • Rich H.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    Wonderful week. This is a great house. Very convenient to beach access just across the street. Everything in the house is set for a comfortable stay. Beds are comfortable. A/C works great. Pool is great for the kids. Definitely recommend this house for a family wanting a great place to stay on 30A.

  • Nadine K.

    Submitted Apr 22, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    If I could give a higher rating for communication with host, I would. What a lovely couple. So responsive and patient and wonderful. Then location- location, location, location. It was perfect- right across from the beach but not in the center of the shops (so it was less congested) but easily walkable or on bikes (or drive) to all of the beach town centers. The house is perfectly equipped- bikes, all kitchen needs, lovely clean pool, beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas. We couldn't have wanted for more. The back area is so lovely- we had dinner and played games in the screened in porch with the fans at night. We spent hours reading on the third floor walkout where you can see the Gulf. I wish I was back there right now!

  • Eric R.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We loved our stay at Mermaid’s Retreat! The location was excellent being so close to the beach and also walking and biking distance to shops, but not so close to where there was a lot of noise. It was super peaceful. The house was exactly as listed and very clean! Troy was always extremely quick to answer any questions that we had. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Julie T.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2025

    Stayed Mar 9, 2025

    We loved our stay at Mermaids! It’s so close to the beach and close to Allis, Rosemary, and Seaside areas, but gives you a quiet oasis in between the busier areas.

  • Christopher H.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    First - The communication and response from the owners was hands down, amazing. Troy was on point throughout the process providing updates to the booking, calling within min of a few minor issues during our stay, and going above and beyond to follow up. The house has everything you need to simplify your stay - 8 beach chairs (some brand new), a wagon (brand new), beach umbrellas, and plenty of sand toys. The kitchen is fully stocked with plenty of flatware and utensils, and all bedrooms had decent linens. The pool was great and gets great mid day sun for a few hours, but has nice shade early morning and late afternoon. We paid for the heated pool and it was set to a perfect 87 and held temp so kids enjoyed it our entire stay.My only complaint (not that I would even call it that) was that some of the bedrooms don't have smart TV's (they do have older blue ray players that are smart but can't access all the apps or only work intermittently) and our stay was during the start of march madness so with a few sports nuts in the house we struggled to try and watch the games we wanted between only 2 smart TV's that were functional with streaming apps.Plenty of amazing restaurants within a 5 - 10 min drive, daily 3-5 mile walks and bike rides are a breeze with the walking path across the street and included bikes, and all around was a great stay at a great location!

  • Madison C.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 6, 2025

    My girlfriends and I all stayed at this gorgeous property for a long weekend celebrating me for my bachelorette. The house location was absolutely amazing and was a rare find due to us having free beach access right across the street from the house along with a private pool in our backyard! The only recommendations I would have is for there to be more bikes granted the house accommodates so many people - however, there are many bike rental companies in the area that you can rent some from. The other would be for a couple extra toiletries (ex: more than one roll of toilet paper per bathroom and trash bags) as we ran out quite fast with there being so many of us! Other than that, the house came equipped with every and anything you can think of! Most of all, Mandy, the host, was so incredibly kind the days leading up to our trip, answering all of my questions and even giving us all the best recommendations and ideas for us girls to do during our stay. Overall, she was extremely accommodating and a wonderful host and the house was so roomy for all of us girls! I would definitely recommend considering this vacation home if you come to this BEAUTIFUL part of Florida as it also is located in between all of the most amazing spots in 30A area (right in the middle of Rosemary and Seaside). Thank you Mandy for helping us have such an amazing trip that I will forever cherish - I will definitely be back!!

  • Alex B.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    We had an amazing stay with our large family group (6 adults and 4 kids). The location is perfect with a close walk across the street to beach access and the private pool was a nice bonus. The house is very well equipped with beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, and a beach wagon to carry it all down. The kitchen is also well stocked with everything you need to cook at home. We would strongly recommend.

  • Lauren R.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    This property had everything we needed and the easiest access to the most beautiful beach. We will definitely be back and hope to stay at this location again.

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