Escape to the picturesque SANDESTIN resort and unwind in 8852 Baypine, a family-friendly cottage overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay. This charming two-story retreat features an open living room with a kitchen, spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms, and a screened front porch perfect for sipping morning coffee or enjoying BBQs on the back porch. With an included golf cart for easy exploration of the resort's amenities like Olympic-size pool and tennis courts.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL
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Welcome to 8852 Baypine, a family-friendly, fun cottage with endless opportunities to create lasting memories! This 3 BDR/3.5 BTR newly renovated house will blow your mind. Baypine neighborhood overlooks the picturesque Choctawhatchee Bay and is nestled in a wooded site in the SANDESTIN® resort. Our cottage typifies the spirit and style of true southern living. This elegant and charming two-story cottage is the perfect complement to the relaxed Gulf Coast lifestyle found in SANDESTIN®.
Inspired by the temperate climate of the Gulf Coast, the owners redesigned the 2400+ SF cottage and decorated the house to reflect the soothing and calming costal living intertwined with the one-of-a-kind pieces of furniture collected from all over the world. The property can accommodate 2 cars and a new 6-passenger golf cart (included with the rental). As you enter the property, you will be welcomed by an Indonesian-like front porch ideal to sip your morning coffee while leafing through your favorite book. The foyer leads to an open living room overlooking the back pond. The kitchen opens directly to the living room and dining room areas. It consists of stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and a built-in microwave. The newly-built, open back-deck sets the tone for a refreshing afternoon drink while entertaining family and friends with some succulent grilling.
The cottage consists of two king bedrooms on the first floor and a king-master bedroom upstairs with a private deck. Each bedroom is uniquely decorated, and the furniture pieces have been hand-picked and custom-built to complement the exquisite taste and originality of this beautiful property. Each bedroom has access to its private bathroom.
This property will allow hypo-allergenic dogs under 20lbs with approval and pet fee. Special Property Features: • Total renovation completed Feb 2021 • Spacious, open concept, 3bdr/3.5btr (3 king beds with one pullover bed) • Each room comes with 55” Smart, 4K TV and Sonos Player • Living Room with 65” Smart, 4K TV and Surround System with Bluetooth capability • A 2021, 6-passenger golf cart included with the rental; This is the vehicle of choice to travel around the resort, buy your groceries, play and dine at the Baytowne Village, shop at the Grand Boulevard town center, or take the whole family on a 5-minute ride to the beach • Back porch overlooking pond with BBQ available • Upstairs private deck overlooking pond • Gas Range and built-in microwave • Screened Front Porch • Stainless Steel Appliances • Washer and Dryer • Elegantly furnished with one-of-a-kind pieces • Alexa-integrated dot (your personal concierge perfect for all your resort activities, amenities, and access codes within the community) WiFi • Discounts for repeat customers • Special discounted rates for bi-weekly and monthly bookings during the off-season Community Special Features: • Olympic-size pool with gazebo (largest and newest pool in SANDESTIN®) • Walking distance to Baytowne Wharf Village, Baytowne Wharf marina, and tennis courts • Dog friendly neighborhood • Nearby walking trails • Family friendly community • Safe and quiet Resorts Special features: • Major destination resort for all seasons and ages • Named top-rated resort on Florida’s Emerald Coast year after year • Miles of emerald green water, sandy white beaches, and pristine bay front • Baytowne Marina equipped with 123-slip marina • Baytowne Wharf is a charming pedestrian village with events, shopping, galleries, outdoor festivals, dining, family entertainment and nightlife, firework shows, and ice skating (winter holiday) • Celebrated, four championship golf courses • World-class tennis center, biking, fishing, boating, fine dining, shopping, and entertainment “The best things in life are the people you love, the laughs you share, and the memories y
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Windsurfing 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 (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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 area
Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Baytowne Wharf and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Santa Rosa Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Miramar Beach travel guide
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Sirens at the Beach
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Cantina Laredo
14 min walk
Tommy Bahama Store & Restaurant
13 min walk
Ruby Slipper
12 min walk
Marina Bar And Grill
11 min walk
Dude & Meatball's
11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Baytowne Wharf. Miramar Beach and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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PREMIER LUXURY~6Person Golf Cart~Renovated~FREE Activities~HEATEDPOOL Reviews
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Exceptional
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We really enjoyed our stay at this property. It was clean, well stocked and decorated nicely. The golf cart is a huge bonus and the location to all the action can’t be beat. 5 stars for this family vacation!!!
We had a wonderful time. Loved the access to the golf cart. So easy to get around the resort and to the beach. The house was beautiful and very well maintained!
Wonderful place to stay with our college age daughter and our 2 dogs. Centrally located and only had to drive our car once since we could go everywhere in the golf cart. Only a few minor things I would change- no closets or drawers in downstairs main bedroom and HVAC was temperature controlled offsite so no matter what you set it on, temperature would reset itself back to preset temp.
Nice place, lots of room and multiple bathrooms is awesome. Downside beach access. All properties around funnel to one beach access and its beyond crowded. Golf cart is great to avoid traffic.
lisa h.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Candy K.
14 Aug 2023
Wonderful 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:
We have been vacationing in Sandestin for 3 years now and love every minute we are there. This home was beautiful, clean and very close to everything the resort has to offer. Thank you.
Candy K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
6 May 2024
A great place for our family
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:
My family of 5 had a wonderful experience at this home. It was great for my wife, 2 kids (5 and 8) and mother in law.The golf cart was in great working condition as was everything in the home. Highly recommend for a week in san destin.
Overall, okay. The bed was very comfortable. The storage for clothing was abysmal. No closets or drawers, just tiny cubbies, as if people would only have a swimsuit to store. I was there a month and had to keep my clothes in my suitcase in the living room. The house was very cold. I liked the neighborhood, accessibility to restaurants, and security.
Overall great Home in a great location in the Sandestin resort. Only problem is no one could tell us where to park a third car. Apparently no overflow parking is available, We asked two friends to join us during our stay. We had t reschedule so that their visit did not overlap. This should be included in the property description.
I love when a vacation rental looks as advertised. Very spacious. Plenty of common space and very spacious private bedrooms. I love that this home has 2 masters. The property manager delivered the golf cart keys moments after our arrival and was very thorough in explaining all the amenities the community has to offer. Plenty of activities for all ages. Our only complaint is the beach is extremely over crowded. Thankfully we didn’t have any problems with the patrons who set up around us. Overall we were very pleased and would return.
My family and I had a very nice stay over the New Year! We've been to Sandestin many times in the past, but this was the first time staying away from the beach area. The home was clean and located in nice quiet street near a community pool. It has three bedrooms, all with King beds and their own private baths. The rental come with a newer 6-person golf cart which is great to get around the community. Neighbors were nice as well! We will definitely consider staying at this home again in the future as it was dog friendly as well! Only one small critique, the upper bedroom gets very warm when running the heat! We closed the vents, but it was still pretty warm.
Brent R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jordan S.
4 Apr 2024
Perfect location!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family of 6 (plus a dog) really enjoyed our stay at Baypine. There was plenty of space of all of us, it was decorated beautifully, and is in a wonderful, central location within the resort. We loved that we could just walk to the pool and that Baytowne was a super short golf cart ride away! We have been staying at Sandestin resort for years so I must point out that the unit was not as “stocked” as other ones we have stayed in. The unit is severely lacking kitchen items such as utensils and dishes (especially coffee cups). While the home was wonderfully renovated, there is little to no storage for clothes- no dressers in bedrooms, no actual closet in both masters, and very little hanging storage- there were even no hangers. Other than that, our stay was lovely and we would recommend this unit to others.
This was our first time staying in Sandestin and won’t be our last. Last year we stayed a little down the road in Miramar Beach across street from beach and while this was further from the beach it was 1000000% easier getting to the beach with a golf cart and designated spots to park!
I’m a very detailed person and like to know how everything works and this location really can’t be beat. You can easily walk to the Phil Hummel pool which is super nice for little ones as it’s beach style and you can wade in. You can be at the beach in minutes with the golf cart that has ample space. Taking the tunnel under 98 and then following the path down to park at the beach house restaurant made it a simple walk to the beach. Only downside is the dedicated chairs and umbrella rentals that you are pose to setup behind (I like setting up at the water) but it didn’t appear they were enforcing this, assuming cause it wasn’t as busy.
The wharf was fun and the kids enjoyed running around there ( ages 2 and 3). Dad and I played Raven Golf Club and the course was amazing, unfortunate that a storm came through and poured on us. If you’re a golfer highly recommend a morning out, especially if you’re from the north, the course was just amazing condition.
The house was more than we expected. The common area was a huge open space and plenty of room for 4 adults. Kitchen was nice with gas stove and a HUGE island. Small issue with the fridge but they were out quickly and addressed it.
Dustin W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle T.
1 July 2024
Great place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
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 love this house. Second year to stay here and won’t be our last!
Michelle T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
elaina m.
19 Jan 2024
Great Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
My spouse and I enjoyed 5 nights along with puppy. Nice place with cute decor. Inside was very spacious and had comfortable furniture and bedding. Appreciate having laundry available, even for a short stay. We really enjoy the Sandestin area as it affords excellent walking and biking opportunities.
We had a very enjoyable stay. The location and size of the home were ideal, and all amenities were working properly. We loved being able to use the golf cart during our visit. The only thing to note is that the upstairs tended to be warmer than the downstairs bedrooms and main living areas.
Wonderful and beautiful home with lots of space, nearby shopping, and tons of dining. The home furnishings were unique with large, natural wood tables, chairs, and lamps. The golf cart was a huge benefit for travel around the Baytowne and beach areas. We only needed a car for our infrequent trips that took us down HWY 98 (shopping, church, and one restaurant).One “small” issue for our group. We had an adult who is about 5’ tall and had an issue with the mirror height throughout the home.
The property is perfect! Big beautiful 3 bedroom house each with own full bath. Walk to pool and many other amenities (marina, tennis, Baytowne, etc.). Service and communication was perfect. We will come back!
Wonderful vacation home! As a former Gatlinburg cabin inspector I have a pretty good idea what clean is and what amenities a great rental should look like and have, this beautiful home checks off all the boxes. Great location very near a pool, walking trails, golf courses, tennis and pickle ball courts, shopping, Publix and Baytowne Wharf is three blocks away. It really couldn’t have been any better.