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"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Escape the crowds at this private spacious home, Custom Built for family and relaxation, featuring amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico and Alligator Bay. With a gated entrance, you'll enjoy 4 seasons outdoor dining on the massive deck or take in the sound of ocean waves just steps away from your own 100' private white sand beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8

New management and renovated just in time for 2021 Beach season! Custom Built for family and relaxation, this private spacious home features amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico and Alligator Bay in a private one acre compound away from the crowds. Pull on to the property through the gated entrance and escape the crowds you find at other beaches. The grounds are planted with citrus trees and a huge lawn leads you to your own 100' private white sand beach. Take the private elevator or ascend the front steps to a massive deck and pergola to relax and enjoy 4 seasons outdoor dining or take in the sound of the ocean just steps away. The interior features floor to ceiling tongue and groove walls giving it the Old Florida charm. The main living space is an open concept layout with a spacious, fully appointed kitchen that opens to the family room with a large island, wet bar, and huge pantry/laundry room. Immediately off the Family room, find a cozy screen porch to relax and watch the dolphins at sunset. The master features a Comfortaire king bed and private bathroom en suite with private access to the screened porch. The views only get better in the second spacious private bedroom with a comfortaire king bed. The third bedroom will be a favorite with the kids or grandkids with two queens and a Roku TV. Outside you'll find a private outdoor shower to wash off the sand after a long day at the beach, a screened rec room for beach games, and corn hole for the kids. There is tons of storage for all your beach toys and fishing gear. There's even a cleaning station for your catch. This is the vacation location you've been looking for to start or continue the family tradition away from the hustle and crowds, but close to amazing seafood and restaurants.

Need multiple houses for large group or you can't find the dates you are looking for, check out our other VRBO listings The Blue Heron (7bd/5bath sleeps 20) and The White Pelican (3bd/2 bath sleeps 7)

**Partial Photos posted March 7th, 2021. More to come...

Property manager

Chip Cordell/Josh Simmons

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Any significant events involving more guest than the rental maximum requires pre-approval and additional deposit may apply (weddings, etc)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

About the area

Located in Alligator Point, this holiday home is on the beach. Bayside Marina and St. James Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bald Point State Park and Public Beach Access. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alligator Point, FL

What's nearby

  • Public Beach Access - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Wilson Beach - 21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Mashes Sand Beach - 24 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 56 min drive - 55.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropical Traders Shrimp Co. - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Aligator Point Tiki Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Scibelli Beach - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kelli & Danny's Wedding By The Sea - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alligator Point holiday home is steps from Public Beach Access and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Alligator Point Beach. Wilson Beach and Mashes Sand Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

m s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Location was wonderful! Large house great for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

This is our second time staying here. Since our last vacation, there has been a new deck added to the back of the house. So relaxing as we watch dolphins swim in the morning. We love the setup of the house. Everything is just so comfortable and relaxing!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

We had a wonderful time... it is so nice and quiet, very peaceful. Looking forward to coming again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Lovely spot to w as the dolphins, sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous getaway!!

We had the best time at Shifting Sands!! The decks on the front and the back of the house are amazing! We spent a lot of time on both of them! The view from inside of the house was incredible and we couldn't get enough of it! The house was very comfortable and very spacious. We loved the layout. Everything was just as expected! We enjoyed long walks on the beach and watching the birds and the dolphins! Josh was an excellent host and we really appreciated him.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Perfect quiet location with lots of natural beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach Home!

We had a wonderful stay at Alligator Point! The house was beautiful, kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed and the fish cleaning station was a great bonus for our family that loves to fish on the beach. This is our third trip to Alligator Point and it’s always a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a beautiful, well maintained property in a great location for a beach vacation.

Overall great experience. Great communication, easy check in, property is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last summer getaway

The house was great! We enjoyed staying there very much! We look forward to another visit !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kay Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oceanfront View

The location is very quiet and private with a beautiful oceanfront view. The living area was open and spacious. Living area was neat and clean. It looked like there had been some damage to the screened in porch area and underside of home from recent hurricanes that had not been fixed yet, so the porch area doors did not close properly, but had no effect on the living area, just cosmetic fixes that needed to be complete. The place is quiet and remote, so it took around 30 min to get to a grocery store.The coffee pot quit working one morning, but the property manager had a new one delivered to us within minutes! We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great home for family

Amazing views. Residential neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect beach home

This home was perfect for our family’s spring break! The home was very well equipped, clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The proximity to the beach and quiet neighborhood provided a wonderful atmosphere. We loved it and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beach view!

We had a great time at Shifting Sands. Perfect split bedroom plan for the family, and lovely living area. Can’t say enough about the view of the beach!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lewis K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

About the house and the host...

We arrived, got inside easily, loved the place. Cometh then the hurricane. Josh urged us to leave, told us why, and later refunded us the 3 days lost. I almost told him to keep it in exchange for a future stay but we'll take the money and pay it back to him if we're fortunate enough to get back there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect secluded getaway!

Perfect family vacation spot, especially during the pandemic when being away from crowds was highly desired. Josh is a great host- easily accessible if anything is needed and he even checked in during our stay when he was planning to come to the point for something else to see if we needed anything!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shalon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

House was great with plenty of room. Gorgeous view of the beach from bedrooms and living room. Nice short walk to the beach, very quiet and peaceful. Would definitely go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

The house is very well located, the view is spectacular, it is very nicely decorated and comfortable. I would definitely comeback.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul C G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ve already booked for next year.

This place is clean, roomy and comfortable. We cooked fresh meals each day in the full kitchen. The views are spectacular. We watched dolphins everyday. Beautiful biking & hiking trails. Josh is super nice. We’ve already booked for next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Everything about this home was amazing! The view speaks for itself, the beds were very comfortable, easily slept our family of 7 with plenty of space. The kids being able to play on the beach and still see them from the porch and living area was awesome. It is secluded you basically have the beach and whole island to yourselves but still close to many things to do. Would definitely stay here over and over again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

The property was the perfect getaway. It was clean and spacious. The screened porch was perfect for the evening sunset. The owners had all of our basic needs to be comfortable. The personal elevator was very helpful in moving our luggage to the main floor. Thank you for allowing our family the opportunity to stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine S., Clinton, united states

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shifting Sands the perfect vacation!

Shifting Sands is exactly how it is pictured. Loved the screened in porch! If we are ever back down this way we will defiantly book with Josh again. Josh is very communitive and easy to reach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candler W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best week ever!

Despite the rain and all the thunderstorms we had a wonderful time at Shifting Sands. Super clean, big open floor plan and the best views from all the windows in the living room. Josh is great to communicate with and gets back with you super fast! I would 100000 % Recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousins Getaway

We really enjoyed our “long “ weekend at Shifting Sands even though it rained the entire weekend. The screen porch and the view from the living room area were wonderful. The kitchen was well equipped and having two refrigerators was nice. The elevator was certainly a bonus for us as we were a group of women 60-74 years old. We will certainly return as a group or with our families.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SHIFTING SANDS - NOV

WE VERY MUCH ENJOYED OUR STAY. THE PROPERTY WAS NEAT, OLD TIME BEACH HOUSE VIBE. NOT A SWIMMING BEACH, BUT OTHERWISE GREAT WALKING, FISHING AND WILDLIFE. ONE ISSUE, NEW A/C INSTALLATION PROBLEM, FORTUNATELY WEATHER COOPERATED. WOULD DO AGAIN FOR SURE, AREAR IS UNIQUE.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No thankd

Good
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023