Place, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery
6 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
54 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Gulfview Heights, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Blue Mountain Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 7 min drive
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - 7 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - 7 min drive
Mcdonald’s - 8 min drive
Pazzo Italiano Santa Rosa Beach - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!
Beach Buddy -
Grab your beach buddies for a splendid South Walton vacation! Beach Buddy is a cozy vacation rental in Santa Rosa Beach on Scenic 30A—perfect for you and your fellow beach-loving vacationers! The property is conveniently located close to the beach and Gulfview Heights public beach access, a coastal dune lake, and plenty of beachy shops and restaurants. This vacation home has three bedrooms, two baths, sunny living accommodations, and a private pool and sundeck. It can accommodate up to eight visitors.
The main living area and bedrooms are located on the second level, above the first-floor covered parking area. In the bright living room, you will find a cozy seating ensemble made up of two white loveseats and a matching armchair centered on a woven rug. The setup faces a flatscreen TV. Nestled in the corner beside a set of corner windows is a charming round table with two chairs. Nearby, the dining room features a glass-topped table and seating for six. If you’d prefer to dine in the coastal outdoors, a glass door opens onto a breezy balcony that overlooks the pool and includes a large dining table. Next to the dining room, the kitchen has stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet and counter space.
The sunlit master suite includes a queen-size bed and a private bath with a tub/shower combo. One of the guest bedrooms has a queen-size bed, cottage-style furnishings, and woven starfish décor. In the other guest bedroom, you will find two twin beds, a sunny window, and woven sea turtle décor above the beds. The guest bedrooms share access to a full hall bath.
When not lounging indoors, this home has a private pool and sundeck where guests will love to relax. Lounge furniture surrounds the pool on the paver deck, extending into a shaded area below the second-level balcony. A BBQ grill is provided, making it easy to grill up a delicious, poolside surf n’ turf meal. After relaxing and a refreshing swim in the pool, head to the nearby beach access less than a five-minute walk away. Spend the day sunbathing, splashing in the waves, building sandcastles, reading a book on the sand, and more! Then, check out the surrounding 30A area for dinner or a tasty treat. Nearby restaurants include Goatfeathers Seafood, Local Catch Bar and Grill, and Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar. While you’re out, explore Gulf Place Town Center, which features a variety of restaurants, a coffee shop, fun shops, and an outdoor art gallery of local artists.
First Floor: Covered Parking.
Second Floor: Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Balcony Access, Kitchen, Dining, Queen Bedroom with Tub/Shower Combo, Queen Bedroom, Two Twin Bedroom, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, Laundry.
*add $50.00 per day to heat the pool (available October - April if needed).
*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a dining table.
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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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,204 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
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
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
1812
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Gulfview Heights, just steps from CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. You'll also find Blue Mountain Beach and Grayton Beach State Park within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!?
As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat! on May 2, 2026 start from $886, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available on site at Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
What do couples enjoy most about Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a private pool and a kitchen as well as a heated pool.
Does Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat! have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat! have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is about 22.2 mi away. Another top airport is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is around 25 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!?
No, there aren't any house with balconies at Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat!.
Beach Buddy - Gulfview Heights on 30A, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Beach + Eat! Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Travis F.
Apr 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great pool, super close to beqch, food and bike/cart rentals at the corner!
Travis F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer A.
Aug 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had everything we needed, plus a pool! Bonus! The beds, even the sofa bed, were comfortable and we all had a very fun, restful stay. There was a minor issue, but maintenance was there to square things away within an hour. They were great! Would definitely stay with Ocean Reef again.
Jennifer A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
Nov 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mary W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
ROBERT D., independence
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Buddy st
Location was great, was able to walk to beach. Enjoyed setting out on the deck late at night and just admire the stars.
ROBERT D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle D.
Aug 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family vacation!
We decided to check out a new spot for a family vacation this year and ended up booking this house for the week. The place was just as pictured and was perfect for our family needs. The kitchen was central to the main living and eating space so you always felt part of the conversations. While our little dude is 3, we did spot a pack and play in one of the closets which was nice they had there and we wouldn’t have had to bring if he was younger.
The private pool was perfect to have for our afternoon swims, so we could enjoy the Florida sunshine while staying refreshed (the beach was a little too intense in the afternoon for our little one, so the pool was a must for us!)
There was plenty of patio furniture surrounding the pool to lounge on both in the sun and under a shaded awning of the house.
We also rented a golf cart during our week stay, and that was so handy to have to hop in and drive to dinners and cruise around town. Most of our dinners were had in the next beach town over in Grayton beach, which was a short 4miles in the golf cart on a slower road, so we felt safe traveling to and from with our little guy with us.
It was a great experience and we’re looking forward to planning our next visit to this beautiful quaint neighborhood/town in Santa Rosa!
Michelle D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cameron B.
Jun 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We had a great stay and will be back! Location is awesome and the pool was perfect for kids.
Cameron B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan H., 1311 Idlewood Court, McDonough, GA 30252
Jun 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week at Beach Buddy, June 3 2023
Beach Buddy was great! The pool was awesome, pool toys for the kids. The house was fantastic. Loved the set up and everything in the kitchen anyone would need. The High Chair and and Pack N Play were a huge plus.
I would rent Beach Buddy again.
Thank you,
Susan
Susan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth B., MS
Jun 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place - Exactly as pictured (compact but everything you need).
We stayed summer of 2022. It was quaint and exactly as pictured. The pool in backyard was small, but that was perfect for us. Easy beach access down the road. I would definitely stay again.
Beth B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Michael A.
Apr 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly Beach Buddy
We had a very nice stay at Beach Buddy with my teen daughter and her three friends. The location is absolutely perfect among other crowded beaches on 30A. The house was nice and kitchen was well stocked with items to help stay there for the week. Pool was very nice and heated all week which was a big plus. Only issue we had was there is pool furniture could be more updated. Photos included nice lounge chairs but they were not there and there was no where to lay out by the pool in a chair so we had to buy our own. Lot was also overgrown with weeds and plants when we got there but was cleaned up by maintenance mid week which made it better. The house does wobble or shake a bit do just be ready for that as well. Overall Beach Buddy is a great value with a heated pool for a smaller group who want a nice getaway to the 30A area. Nice cute place and ideal location to the beach and for the area.
Michael A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
Jun 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved staying here! Rental company was very helpful to us!!
Great beachouse inside and out, perfect for our family getaway to the beach.