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SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach

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Nestled in the Gulf Trace neighborhood, SeaBatical offers a family-friendly retreat with a private heated pool and expansive views of Grayton Beach State Park. Enjoy strolling along sugar sand beaches, exploring historic downtown Grayton, or relaxing on one of four outdoor decks.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10199 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach

  • Stunning views of Grayton State Park dunes, Alligator Lake, the beach and the Gulf, located in the highly sought-after Gulf Trace neighborhood. Updated/refreshed every year, feel the care and love this amazing home want for nothing!! PLEASE NOTE - Golf carts and on-street parking are STRICTLY PROHIBITED in the Gulf Trace neighborhood, per neighborhood covenants. Fireplace in living room is decorative only and not for guest use. No local cable channels on any Smart TV's; streaming services available with guest account login.

    SeaBatical borders the Grayton Beach State Park, named America’s #1 Beach in 2020 by Dr. Stephen Leatherman, aka Dr. Beach! “This beach boasts of its sugar-white sand and emerald green water where development has been restrained so big sand dunes still dominate the landscape. At the same time, all the amenities of great restaurants and accommodations are close by in the old town of Grayton Beach or Seaside," wrote Leatherman. Originally named the country’s top beach in 1994, Grayton Beach State Park has been listed four times since 1991, finishing 6th in 2016 and 3rd in 2019.

    Guests can enjoy strolling along sugar sand beaches on a 20-minute walk east to downtown Grayton and area icons Red Bar and The Zoo Gallery. Founded in the mid-1880’s, historic Grayton Beach is South Walton’s original beach community and has stayed true to its funky, eclectic vibe. Seaside is 2.5 miles East where you can enjoy delectable delights along Air Stream Row, sunset cocktails overlooking the beach at Bud & Alley’s, a free outdoor concert or movie at the Seaside Amphitheater and shopping to your heart’s content!

    Ground level: 1 bedroom, 1 bath.

    #1 bedroom has two Bunk beds (Twin-over-double)

    Full bathroom, tub/shower.

    Please note the bunk room is only accessed via the exterior door with no interior access to the upper floor.

    Level One: Living room, dining, kitchen, laundry room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, screened porch.

    Fireplace in living room is decorative only and not for guest use.

    #2 bedroom has king bed, private balcony.

    Full bath, tub/shower.

    Level Two: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths.

    #3 bedroom has 2 twin beds, private balcony.

    Full bathroom, tub/shower.

    #4 En-Suite Master bedroom, walk-in shower, private balcony.


    Amenities:


    Business Features:

    Hi Speed Wireless Internet (password secured)


    Entertainment Features

    5 Smart TVs (sound bar in living room) with HDMI cable for games, 5 DVD Players,

    Board games, puzzles, card games, books, DVD movies.

    Please note - No local cable channels on any Smart TV's; streaming services available with guest account login.


    Distinctive Features:

    Private heated pool (heating fee applies)

    Expansive views of Grayton Beach State Park, Alligator Lake, beach, Gulf

    Private Gulf front neighborhood with 2 private beach accesses

    Bed, bath and kitchen linens provided

    Beach Gear Credit

    Please note - the pool heater at SeaBatical is an electric heater and will not operate should ambient temperatures fall below 55 degrees; therefore, we do not recommend adding pool heating to your stay in colder months.


    General Features:

    Carport parking for 2 vehicles

    Open gravel parking for 2 vehicles

    Please note - on street parking and golf carts are not allowed in the Gulf Trace neighborhood

    2 King beds, 2 twin beds, 2 bunk beds (twin-over-double)

    4 full bathrooms

    Iron, ironing board, hair dryers, portable intercom (for ground floor bunkroom), bluetooth radio, gas grill w/grill utensils, 4 outdoor decks, deck furniture, screened porch, porch furniture, outdoor shower.


    Linens provided. No Smoking. No Pets.


    Kitchen Features:

    Fully equipped kitchen, coffee maker, electric range, refrigerator with ice maker, stand-alone ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, crock pot, blender, hand held mixer.


    Area Features:

    Timpoochee Trail (30A bike path)

    Downtown Grayton (1.4 mile)

    Seaside (2 miles)

    State Parks (Tops’l, Grayton Beach, Deer Lake)

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private 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

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,138 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

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 by the sea, this holiday home is in Grayton Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin and Baytowne Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park 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 hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with dunes and a wooden fence.
    Grayton Beach State Park
    4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A sandy beach path with wooden fences and tall grasses.
    Blue Mountain Beach
    4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A beach with waves, a cloudy sky, and buildings in the distance.
    Seaside Beach
    8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Grayton Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Walton Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill
    3 min drive
  • The Red Bar
    4 min drive
  • Mimmo’s
    6 min drive
  • Cowgirl Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • Johnny McTighes
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach have a pool?

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

Is SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach located?

Located in Grayton Beach, this holiday home is steps from South Walton Beaches and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Seaside Beach. Grayton Beach and Blue Mountain Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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SeaBatical ~ 55 Gulf Shore Drive ~ Grayton Beach Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice Our family enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Staci C.

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Beautiful traditional beach home

We loved our stay at SeaBatical. The beach is a very short walk and absolutely beautiful! The house is so comfortable with plenty of places to sit and relax. The view of the coastal lake behind the house was breathtaking at sunrise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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It was excellent had a wonderful time with family and friends! The facilities were very clean and property management was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Seabatical lived up to it's name. A completely relaxing vacation spot.

Wonderful property. We have stayed at several different homes in Gulf Trace over the past 25+ years, and this was by far the best.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Incredible Beach Getaway

Perfect location - close to the action and the beach - but quiet and private neighborhood. Fantastic views. Best stocked kitchen EVER. Lovely decor - hit the "perfect beach cottage" note right on the nose.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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Wonderful property!

Each of my family members voiced how much they liked SeaBatical. This property had everything we needed: close to the beach, amazing view, screened in porch, pool, lots of extras in the kitchen, abundance of beds. Everything was awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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Excellent!

We had such an amazing time at SeaBatical! It was a great week and we were really impressed with how much they had stocked in the kitchen! The company we went through were very kind and always available!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Keith P.

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Thanksgiving

My mom, 2 adult daughters & son in law stayed at SeaBatical the week of Thanksgiving. The space was large, clean , & well set-up. We had everything we need as well as a beautiful setting. Perfect house & location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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Beautiful home, great location

Wonderful property with incredible views. The pool was very clean, with plenty of lounge chairs provided. It only took a few minutes to walk to the beach. House was very well maintained and decorated. The home itself is located in a very quiet, friendly neighborhood. It is just a short drive to shopping, numerous beaches, and state parks. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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Fabulous

Very large space with everything you need. We had 7 ages 16+ and there was more than enough room for everyone to hang out and have privacy. Best stocked kitchen I have ever seen in a rental. Close to the beach, quiet neighborhood too
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

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Grayton Trace

Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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Seabatical is an Excellent Option

We already knew about Gulf Trace as we rented a house there previously. The neighborhood is great. Seabatical was ideal for us. We had, for part of the time, eight people staying there (all family) and everyone was very comfortable. The house has just about every convenience one could ask for, plus some. We had virtually no issues during our stay. The refrigerator made some odd noises at times, but it was not enough of a bother to contact anyone for assistance. We would not hesitate to stay in Seabatical again if we return to the area.