Dog-Friendly Gulf Retreat - Pool & Beach

Sweetwater is the kind of home that wins you over in the details. The oversized king master suite with its Gulf-view private deck, soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet. The dining table that seats nine in a home that sleeps six. The Bluetooth speaker in the living room. And then there's the outdoor shower — not a rinse-off nozzle tucked in a corner, but a huge private walk-in enclosure with hot and cold water and a hose attachment for the dogs. Sweetwater is a modernly furnished, thoughtfully appointed two-bedroom home in the gated Barrier Dunes community, a one-minute walk from the beach, with Gulf views and a front pond that makes every moment feel like a postcard.



🌊 Gulf views from the master suite deck and front pond views throughout

🐶 Dog-friendly with pet fee. Dogs only—no other animals permitted.

🛏️ Sleeps 6 — oversized king master suite, queen bedroom, queen sleeper sofa

👑 King master suite with soaking tub, separate shower, double-sink vanity & walk-in closet

🏖️ 1-minute walk to the beach

🏊 Gulf-front community pool + interior pool (heated in November & March for off-season visits)

🎾 Tennis and pickleball courts + community playground nearby

🚗 2-car covered carport + stocked beach closet

🔊 Bluetooth speaker in the living area — the soundtrack is yours to set

🍽️ Dining table seats 9 — plenty of room for the whole crew

💳 $35/day credit toward beach gear rentals (stays of 3–21 nights in March-October)

🌐 High-speed WiFi + Smart TV in every bedroom

🍳 Fully equipped updated kitchen with Keurig, drip coffee maker & spice rack

🔒 Gated Barrier Dunes community — quiet, private & beautifully maintained



Days at Sweetwater find their own rhythm quickly. The beach is a one-minute walk from the front door — short enough that you'll make the trip three times before noon without thinking about it. Mornings ease in over coffee at the breakfast bar, the front pond shimmering through the window, before the group loads up from the stocked beach closet and heads out. When everyone comes back sandy and salty, the enormous walk-in outdoor shower handles it all — kids, adults, and dogs alike — with hot water and plenty of space. Evenings settle into the main deck with the gas grill, or up to the master suite's private Gulf-view balcony as the sun drops below the horizon. And when the trip is over, you'll find yourself checking whether the interior pool is heated that month before you book your next stay.



The main level is open, modern, and generously proportioned — updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances flowing into a dining area that seats nine, into a comfortable living room with queen sleeper sofa, Bluetooth speaker, and Smart TV, out to the large back deck with gas grill and outdoor dining. The queen bedroom and a full stylish bath are also on this level, with its own private balcony.



Bedrooms



King Master Suite (second floor) — private Gulf-view deck, double-sink vanity, separate soaking tub and shower, walk-in closet, sitting area with Smart TV — full-size washer and dryer on this level



Queen Bedroom (main floor) — private balcony, full bath on main level, Smart TV



Kitchen & Living

Fully updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and updated surfaces, Keurig, drip coffee maker, spice rack, breakfast bar with three barstools, and a dining table that comfortably seats nine. Family games, books, ceiling fans, and central A/C throughout. The thoughtful foyer with bench and hooks is a small touch that makes coming and going feel effortless.



Outdoor & Ground Level

Large back deck with gas grill and outdoor dining seating, private master suite Gulf-view deck, enormous walk-in outdoor shower with hot and cold water plus a hose for dogs, water hose, 2-car covered carport, and a stocked beach closet with cart, chairs, and cooler ready to go.



Guest Access

Full private use of both floors. Barrier Dunes community amenities — gulf-front pool, interior pool (heated in November and March), tennis and pickleball courts, community playground, and private beach access — all included for guests.