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Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Aerial view
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach!

Cute and comfortable 3 bedroom 2 bath home with private pool. Just a quick walk to the beach. Back yard has a fenced-in area directly below back deck so you can just open the door in the morning and let your four legged friends outside. Bike path is right in front of your door. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the mornings or a glass of wine in the evenings on the screened porch overlooking the Gulf. Fully stocked kitchen and amazingly comfortable beds. Two king bedrooms and 3rd bedroom has a twin-over-full bunk bed. House sleeps 7. Master bath has huge walk-in shower.


**We strongly recommend the purchase of trip insurance to protect from acts of Nature and Life events.



*Beach Butler lift is only available with assistance of the property manager with advanced notice to schedule.

Property manager

Jennifer Wheeler

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
St. George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 5 min walk
  • St. George Lighthouse - 14 min walk
  • St George Lighthouse - 4 min drive
  • Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 8 min drive
  • Pelican Reef - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Poppi D's Florida Grill & Pies - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach! located?

Located in East End, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of St. George Island Beach, St. George Island Visitor Center, and St. George Lighthouse. Bryant Patton Bridge and St. George Island Fishing Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Private pool, pet friendly with a fenced yard, and just a block from the beach! Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 54 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay really chill
Amazing stay really chill!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W., Cumming, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacay
Great house with a very clean private pool very close to the beach. The house was very clean and the location was great, near beach, restaurants, and shops. We had a great stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer T., ROME

Just ok
Property has some really great qualities however, some significant maintenance issues as well. Property is currently for sale and seems like owners have already moved on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024
The home was in a good area. The house had all the amenities listed, with a fully furnished kitchen and a larger size pool. The house did really need some updates/repairs. The pool didn’t look like it had a clean clean in a while. The was quite a bit of debris in the bottom and the filter didn’t seem to skim a lot from the the top. I tried to clean it with the net. Most of the repairs were cosmetic or had little impact. The biggest issue/repair was the broken door lock on the back sliding glass door. The blinds were broken and we could not close them. The door had a piece of a board jammed in it to “lock it”. Even with the board you. I could still open the back door as it was very difficult to close all the way. Had we had small children staying, I would have been nervous about a child wondering out and off the deck. There is also a potential for a break in. The front screen door would not stay closed unless it was locked from the inside, which could be smoother hazard for a small child. On a positive the bedrooms were spacious and the master bath shower wears nice. Contact with the host was good a time or two, but when I really had a question it went unsanswered for at least a month. I never received a response to my last question at all. Although we had lots of great times and good memories, I booked our next trip at a different home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It wasn't a bad stay
The property itself needs some improvements. The screen door to the main entrance wouldn't completely shut. The back sliding door is tough to slide. The main bath shower doors are tough to slide. The grill grate that the charcoals sit on is broken. The king beds are a bit hard. And the equipment lift either didn't work or we weren't allowed to use it. Using the lift would have been nice instead of carrying groceries and luggage up/down the steps. I didn't receive a welcome packet, though I think I was supposed to, with the wifi password (and maybe info about the lift). However, the location was great. We could hear the waves from the front deck. We were close to the shops. It's close to beach access (a four-minute walk). The host replied quickly to any questions I had. The pool area is private and spacious, with lots of seating. The couches are comfortable. There was a bicycle, extra outdoor tables, a fish cleaning area, and a fenced-in area for our small dog, which was nice. Overall, our stay wasn't bad. One thing, my daughter left her bathing suit behind, and while the host said the suit would be mailed back to us, I haven't seen it yet (weeks ago).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice pool, comfortable beds, great location.
Enjoyed this house and the pool! Unfortunately the electric lift was not in working order and picture should be taken out so you are aware you’ll be climbing the stairs. Needs some repairs on slider and screen door but not a deal breaker. Would stay again .
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mollie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location needs a little work
The overall stay was very nice especially the location to the beach and food. The pool is great at night and you can see all the stars from the beach house. The porch was very nice to sit on, and the convenience of letting our dogs out. The back was also perfect. The property does need some updates, but since you were at the beach most of the day, it didn’t really matter to us. Jennifer was good at getting in touch with us. Overall, it was a great trip and would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Time
Loved the location . Close to the donut shop and the pizza place . Easy access to the beach and bike path. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Diane S., Troy, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
2 1/2 STARS Functional But Needs Work
Positives: Private pool with lots of seating 4 new beach chairs & umbrella 6 beach towels/plenty of bath towels Comfortable mattresses. Sheets were worn-we brought our own bedding 2 working bikes after my husband worked on them. All appliances worked. Dishwasher needs a bracket to stabilize it in the cabinet. Nice area close to lighthouse Negatives: Deck doors are installed backward & do not lock. We went to the hardware store and purchased supplies to create a wedge to secure it. Vertical blinds at that door are broken/slats missing. We placed a sheet over that window with binder clips. We didn't open/use that door at all during our stay. One front window doesn't lock. We used a broom stick to secure it. All the windows were unlocked when we arrived. Screen doors on the deck are falling apart and the screens are torn Lots of sticker weeds in the yard/fenced area (we drove to Lighthouse Park to walk our dogs) Funtional but needs work
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shavaun C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible
Property was not as listed. Pool was disgusting as well as the area around it. Both were covered in mold and mildew. Couch was torn, dishes were a mess and dirty. Dishwasher fell out of the cabinet. Ice maker and water both broken. Walls were filthy and marked up. Stairs to the bunk bed were broken. Pillows dirty and stained. Shower curtain dirty and mildew in the shower. The bikes were all broken. Owner was very responsive in the beginning regarding the pool and dishwasher but the second we left (5 days early) and asked for a refund, she ghosted us. We lost three days of swimming and it was obvious she had no interest in correcting any of the other problems. The property was absolutely misrepresented. Those photos may have been representative of what the property was two or three years ago but are definitely not what it is now. This owner stopped all communication with us AND VRBO regarding the situation. That is why I am posting this review. Be very careful booking this property!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca W.

Had a great time
Owner was very responsive, and we had no problems. This is an older property with a big and deep pool which we really enjoyed. Place could use some TLC but it worked fine for the 6 of us. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property manager very responsive to answering questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunsine is right.
The property is light and airy, clean, and well-furnished. The owners are pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We enjoyed the home. It is very well stocked. My first time staying on Gulf Dr. Bugs love me so I was covered with sprays. Beds were the BEST we have ever slept in on vacation!! The only issue was how to work the tvs. A cheat sheet would be nice for they were all different. Other that that it truly was a great home. Debbie and Mark
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B., Knoxville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Vacation at Sunshine Dream
Overall, we had a great time. Pool was super. Inside was nice. The outside needs some painting done. Pool had some weeds around fence, but otherwise everything was great. We never found the lock to the pool. It was missing when we got there. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

sherry b., Woodstock, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay.
The house was next to perfect for what we wanted! However there were no instructions as to how to use the TVs and check out procedures.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
St. George Sunshine Getaway
We loved the location and the private pool. It was an easy walk to the beach and the lighthouse area. However, plan on bringing your own beach chairs and towels. Of the 3 beach chairs on site only 1 was usable and there were only 3 beach towels. The kitchen was well equipped and the laundry area was a plus.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Erika B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mixed feelings
Pros: Location was great near the beach and we loved the island. Beds were comfy as advertised. Pool was nice and big. The manager was a nice guy and usually easy to reach. But doesn’t always respond right away. Cons: Cockroaches were seen the first day there. We contacted the manager the second day when we saw another. The exterminator came on the third day. More cockroaches on the fifth day. The property manager was supposed to come at 3 to put down more poison but didn’t get there until almost 5. So we lost a lot of beach time. The house advertises to accommodate 7 people and beach gear. We got three beach towels and had to buy our own. They said they would reimburse us. But it never happened. The house advertises bikes. They had flat tires and were not in good condition. The manager asked us if it was ok for a window person to stop by to measure for new windows. We waited for them and they never showed. This was another waste of our vacation time. The back door was installed reversed so the moving slider door would be easy to remove if someone chose to break in. One bedroom door handle was installed backward so the lock was on the outside. The bathroom door stuck and couldn’t be shut all the way when the kids used it or they couldn’t get out. The manager felt they should compensate our stay but never did. Overall, it was overpriced for our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

chris a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, with beach and bay access
Great location. Property needs a few upgrades but we’d book it again. The check in process was a bit muddled but VRBO sorted it out eventually.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!! Had dogs with us so perfect! Close to beach.
We enjoyed the house our time in St George. Will definitely be back and would love to stay in this house again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great service
Great service, easy to work with
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
St George
Had a great time. House was as listed above and nice. Very pet friendly house & area. Will book again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We enjoyed the location and the inside of the home was clean. The area was quiet and we really enjoyed these about access to the beach and having a pool. The only things to work on would be the grass needed to be cut, renovate the deck and the gate to the pool was messed up. In all we enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures
We were pleasantly surprised to see Sunshine Daydream was better in person than pictures. The decor fit the beach/vacation atmosphere. We are simple people and don’t expect a Taj Mahal. Certainly a great bargain especially with a private pool. The kitchen was perfectly stocked with cookware and appliances. We had an issue with one if the tv’s and owner had a new tv delivered next day. The best part was our dog had a fenced in area to do his business. The dumb waiter came in handy with luggage and groceries. The front porch with hammock was so relaxing at any time of day. Plus the air conditioner rocked as the temps were very hot. Location is perfect too. Not too loud but close enough to beach and downtown. We would definitely rent Sunshine Daydream again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021