Escape to Wave Watcher, a charming beachfront home in the quiet community of Dune Allen on 30A. Experience expansive Gulf views from the spacious deck and main living area, where you can enjoy meals and quality time with family and friends. This property features large windows, WiFi, laundry facilities for your convenience.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10183 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck
Sleeping Arrangements One Story House on Stilts 1st Floor | Master Bedroom, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 1, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 2, Queen Bed; Guest Bedroom 3, Two Twin Beds; Living Room, 2 Twin Sleeper Chairs
Parking: This property offers two parking spots, providing easy and reliable access for guests throughout their stay.
Experience Your Vacation Haven!
“There’s a horizon at the sea. Come watch it along with me.” A perfect love song lyric describes the charming Wave Watcher rental property that you’ll fall in love with too! This spacious beachfront home is located on desirable 30A, within the quiet community of Dune Allen, part of Santa Rosa Beach. This vast expanse of open Gulf front acreage is best known for its sparsely inhabited beaches, sparkling white sand, and quaint charm.
The breathtaking view of the Gulf will immediately captivate you and welcome you to your vacation. The expansive deck stretches the width of the property with plenty of seating for your whole party to take in the panoramic scene. You’ll be tempted to take every meal at the outdoor picnic table to fully enjoy the sweeping vistas. Stepping inside to the main living area, there’s adequate seating for all. So, settle in to sit and chat, watch TV, or simply gaze at the extraordinary horizon.
The carefully designed layout of this property gives you unparalleled views of the Gulf from the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Two dining tables and a breakfast bar keep everyone close to the meal-prep action, compliments of a well-appointed kitchen. The home has been recently updated with new paint, new decking, and new furniture in the bedrooms and living area.
At bedtime, rest soundly in the carefully appointed bedrooms, complete with en suite bathrooms. Each bedroom also has its own awe-inspiring view of the natural environment surrounding this amazing property, including a birds eye view of Oyster Lake, a photographer's favorite. A delightful choice of eateries is also available at Gulf Place, which is nearby.
Guest Walk-Through One Story House 1st Floor | Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Room, Master Suite, Guest Bedrooms, Laundry, Partially-Covered Back Deck
Unit Amenities: Beachfront; Laundry, Huge Back Deck, Large Windows, WiFi, Plenty of Parking Community Amenities- Multiple Beach Accesses, Rental Bikes & Beach Service Available For An Additional Cost
About the Community of Dune Allen on 30A Nestled on scenic highway 30A is the charming community Dune Allen Beach. A longstanding local spot for eclectic shops, eateries and homes, this part of 30A is often sought after for a laid back beach lifestyle. Its restaurants and stores are locally owned and at the heart of the community’s vibe. The 30A bike path will offer a safe, dedicated option to check it all out. Within a short loop you can grab coffee at nearby Gulf Place or stop by the bakery by heading back east to Blue Mountain Beach. Enjoy days on the beach and biking through blue lupine, the area’s native blue flowering plant. When you’re ready for more adventure, seek out the numerous biking and hiking trails that twist and turn through the surrounding Point Washington State Forest. Amenities such as golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports & more are available locally at additional costs.
Local Favorites MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.
MVH Beach Closet This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay.
MVH Rental Restrictions Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 private bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water park
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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 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
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 on the beach, this holiday home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
51 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King
7 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
18 min walk
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer
7 min drive
Stinky's Fish Camp
14 min walk
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar
17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck located?
Nestled on the beach, this Dune Allen Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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30A Beachfront ~ Back Deck ~ Lounge Area on Deck Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
Just like described, excellent house in a very good location. Being a private beach is a plus to reduce the people around you. Close to some local restaurants and not too far to Destin. Will definitely stay here again.
The spacious deck was wonderful! We spent most of our time there enjoying the beautiful views. Overall extremely comfortable home. The kids had a blast!
brandy s.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aspen P.
7 May 2024
An amazing 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 had the perfect stay! This couldn't be a better location. Had everything we needed and the owners were amazing to work with. Will be back!
Aspen P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ann M.
13 Oct 2023
Family wedding
Rating Details:
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:
The place is perfect. Everything about it worked for our trip. The beach was amazing, the privacy it allowed and location. Top-notch.
Ann M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Nov 2023
Wonderful place!
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:
Loved this house and the customer service! Home is well-kept and just feet from the beach. Each bedroom had its own bathroom which was convenient. Will be staying here again!
Just what we imagined. We wanted a location directly on the beach with easy access. The house layout was perfect for our family. The kitchen had all the housewares that were needed to prepare and serve. Just need to remember the coffee filters next time. The kids enjoyed the shell hunting on the beach. Would definitely return but next time during a warmer month.
Barbara H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erin K.
4 Jan 2024
Our Second Stay at the Wave Watcher
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:
This is the second time we've stayed at this home. We love the remodel they've done - new bathrooms and decor. This was a great location and property for our family of 7 over new years. Plenty of seating for TV, games, meals. Some of the family room furniture is getting a bit worn, but very comfortable.
The location is wonderful and very private!
The management company does an excellent job cleaning! Plenty of linens provided! The deck is huge but very little furniture. 👎 The furniture in the living room is very dirty and worn out! I did not let my family sit on it! It needs to go in a dumpster!
Mike M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elise K.
21 May 2024
Lovely week on the 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:
We spent a lovely week on the beach in wave watcher. The house was clean and well-maintained. The kitchen was well appointed. There were plenty of linens and towels. The furniture was comfortable.The managers responded very promptly when we had a problem with the door after a sudden storm.I appreciated the text messages, reminding us of garbage pick up times, and also checking to see if everything was OK. I would definitely recommend this property to others.
This view and the location is pretty amazing, my only complaint would be the property had some minor damage around the house such as the door actuator (which broke off twice during our stay due to the holes in door being worn down and almost hit my one year old while he was crawling around), the shower handle, the broken window held together by duck tape, and the shower rod/hooks being rusty and worn down and one of the bathroom showers leaked all over the floor every time you used it. I know the property makes plenty of money off of it to replace these things. But with all that it was clean and in a prime spot on the beach. It has more pros than cons.
Abigail H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anonymous
15 Aug 2024
Great Beach 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:
Enjoyed our stay at the Wave Watcher beach home. It's a beautiful house right on the beach! The house was clean and well-maintained. The kitchen was well stocked. There was plenty of furniture in the living area and very comfortable. Nice that all bedrooms had private baths. Only things to bring to management's attention is that shower in the master bedroom with the turquoise/white lamps leaked onto the floor. Think the shower door threshold wasn't leveled and caused water to spill over onto the floor. We placed a rolled up towel to catch the water. Also TV in twin bedroom and TV in the queen room did not work. Overall our stay was wonderful.
Anonymous
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela S.
13 May 2024
Wonderful Beach House
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 rented Wave Watcher with three other couples and this house was perfect! We all had our own bathrooms and the house is very spacious and clean. We loved the huge deck space right there on the water. The only thing I would say for management would be to change the kitchen rugs and clean a couple of the family room chairs. The rugs are pretty worn out and the older chairs just need to be cleaned. Everything else was perfect! Management was great as well. They called the second day just to make sure everything was okay and to see if we needed anything. They also allowed us to keep luggage at their office on checkout day when a few of us had a flight that had been pushed back a few hours. It all worked out great and we would definitely recommend to others and will return again!
Angela S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Don L.
25 Sept 2024
Wave Watcher 2024
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:
Really enjoyed the house and being able to walk to the beach. We were impressed that a representative called us the next day to check on things. We told her that there was no remote to the TV in one of the rooms, also the hose nozzle was broken when we got there. An hour later a service man arrive with the remote. We found out while he was there that the microwave oven wasn't working. He check it out and couldn't get it to work. An hour later he returned with a counter top Microwave. One negative comment, the shower doors didn't have any gaskets on the doors and they leaked on the floor which we had to wipe up after every shower. We compliment Vacation Haven for reacting so quick to the small problems. We would highly recommend this house.
Don L.
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Sabrina B.
17 July 2024
Not what was expected
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very 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 property description was accurate. It's truly a gorgeous home in a beautiful location. The property was clean however, during the last two nights we had to take cold showers. The day before our checkout the hot water heater busted and maintenance quickly responded and had to shut off the water. Maintenance man stated there was nothing more he could do and that it was an owners issue. We had to leave our family vacation early and I was out the additional expense of providing hotel rooms for our family of 7. Overall, I am very dissatisfied and would never recommend this property. I also called to be reimbursed since we had to leave the property response. Terrible service.
Property clean, very comfortable! Its fabulous to have your own private beach front!!
Overall, we will rent here again in the future!
Jill T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
28 Sept 2025
Wave Watcher
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:
Wonderful week at Wave Watcher.Location was perfect.House was perfect size for6.House was very clean.Kitchen was appropriate for preparing meals.
Wonderful stay on the beach. We loved it. Property manager only a phone call away and always helpful. Would be nice to know more so could better plan/pack (toiletries provided, but it’s only tiny hotel size; Bring your own coffee and filters or keurig pods). Hope to have the opportunity to stay again.
You can’t beat waking up to these views every morning. Steps away from the beach. Location was great to local restaurants and grocery store. Very clean. Will def stay here again.