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Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly

Family-friendly vacation home with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to Pensacola Beach Beaches

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8912 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly

Welcome to Sunshine Beach House, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach cottage that sleeps up to 8 and offers the best of both sides of Pensacola Beach. Located just steps from public access to Santa Rosa Sound on the north side and a short walk to the Gulf of Mexico on the south side, you can paddle, swim, or watch the sunset—all within minutes of your front door.

This cozy, single-family home (990 sq ft) is thoughtfully equipped for a relaxed and comfortable stay. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking at home, and the open living areas make it easy to spend time together after a day at the beach.

Step outside and enjoy your private heated pool (up to 6 hours of heat per day included at no extra charge), a regulation-size sand volleyball court, and a charcoal grill for casual outdoor meals. The expansive back deck runs the entire length of the house and is perfect for morning coffee, evening drinks, or just unwinding after a beach day. We also provide beach chairs and towels, so packing is easy. We have a Keurig coffeemaker that takes K-cups and ground coffee.

For work or play, the house features super-fast 1-gig internet and Roku streaming TVs in every bedroom and the living room—ideal for remote work, streaming, or keeping everyone entertained.

No cleaning fee. No crazy checkout chore list. We believe your vacation should actually feel like a vacation.

New front and backyard landscaping completed January 2024!

Families, friends, and pets are welcome, so bring everyone along to enjoy all that Pensacola Beach has to offer at Sunshine Beach House.

Need more space? We also own and rent the blue house next door at 1202 Panferio Drive (Vrbo #2358460)—perfect for larger groups traveling together.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 912 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

No dogs in the pool. The dog hair clogs the filter which will burn up the pool equipment.
Absolutely no smoking inside the house. If smoking in the house is discovered, a fine of $500 will be applied.
Pool heat and pump are controlled by the owner remotely. Do not attempt to turn either on or off on without prior permission. $500 fine if violated.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No dogs in the pool, dog fur clogs the filter.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beach Cottage
Vrbo Property
Sunshine Beach Cottage
Sunshine Beach House 5 Minute Walk to Gulf Sound Beaches

About the area

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Villa Segunda, a neighborhood in Pensacola Beach. Fort Pickens is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pensacola Beach Beaches and Opal Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Water Warrior and Wall South. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Pensacola Beach travel guide
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Pensacola Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • At the end of Via DeLuna near Gulf Islands National Seashore #blue
    Santa Rosa Sound
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pensacola Beach Panorama, Florida blauer Himmel und weißer Sand, Mexiko, Horizont, Florida, Paradies, Whitehaven, Fidschi, Mauritius, Malediven, Bora Bora, Hawaii
    Pensacola Beach Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Opal Beqch area of national seashore between Navarre and Pensacola.
    Opal Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pensacola, Florida
    Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
    4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Fort Pickens showing heritage elements
    Fort Pickens
    17 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station
    28 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flounder's Chowder House
    5 min drive
  • Crabs We Got 'em!
    5 min drive
  • Hilton
    5 min drive
  • Circle K
    5 min drive
  • Holiday Inn Resort Pensacola Beach
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly have a pool?

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

Is Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly Pensacola Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Opal Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Sunshine Beach House • Private Heated Pool • Walk to Sound & Gulf • Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family of 5. Pool and outdoor area were the highlight. Would come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katina F.

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

Wedding stay

The house was amazing! It was close to restaurants and beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

roccio r.

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

Amazing!

Everything was really nice and clean, just like the photos! Me and my family really enjoyed the pool, we definitely will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this property. Nice little home close to everything. Short 3 - 4 block walk to the beach which felt very private. Property manager was very responsive. We had everything we needed and property was as described in the listing. We would consider staying here again in the future! Pet friendly, pool, awesome patio swing, and volleyball court. 5/5 recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

We had a great stay!

The house was clean, we all had a blast in the pool. Communication with the owner was fast
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Relax with access

Love having the private pool! And the beach is so close!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka G.

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

Great little beach house

Cute little beach house - the backyard and pool were great. Our little family really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the Sunshine Beach house! The walk to the beach was only 5 minutes and the home was stocked with beach towels, beach toys, beach chairs, and even a wagon to load everything into so we didn’t have to carry anything. The stairway across the street going into the water was an ideal spot to drink my morning cup of coffee. The swing in the back by the pool was everyone’s favorite spot to hang out! My family will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

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

Great place to stay

Property was exactly as advertised. Clean house and the hosts were very responsive and very nice. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Short Weekend Stay

The property was beautiful, and had everything we needed for our short weekend stay in Pensacola. The location was great too, with just a few minutes walk to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

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

Wonderful stay

This house is small but it was perfect! We enjoyed the pool, walking to the beach everyday and evening and also the sand volleyball! Very nice getaway have recommended it to many of our friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M., Baton Rouge, United States

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

Beautiful Place

Great location and property. Good for around 6 adults, but nice pool and deck area. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Excellent communication

Great experience would defiantly stay again Great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

taylor c.

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

Great Stay

Everything with the property was advertised. Great beach and bay access. The private pool was a fantastic addition. Super clean with great amenities. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna H.

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

Family Time

Sunshine house is a great place to stay, loved the pool and location close to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Relaxing!

This house has so much! Beautiful pool, beach volleyball, beach chairs, and a relaxing place to stay away from the excitement of downtown area. It is about a 10 minute drive to restaurants. Golf cart services are available on the beach (for tips). This house is located just a very short walk to a quiet beach. Looking forward to another trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Perfect family set up

Best beach vacation! Perfect for our family of 6. Kids loved the pool and easy access to beach was a treat (5 minute walk). Will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anita S.

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

Beach Time

We had a wonderful stay! It was a quiet neighborhood and just a short walk to the beach. The outdoor space and pool were the best part. The owner was quick to respond with info and any questions I had. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tray p.

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

Spring break with the kids

Everything was perfect and clean! The heated pool was great for the kids. Great hangout spot around the pool area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marlene S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House

We enjoyed our stay, heated pool was a plus since it was a little chilly during spring break. Could use a deep cleaning and items needs to be replaced due to stains and rust, other then that place was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Great location and fun property

The house is great for folks looking for a short walk to the beach and conveinient to Pensacola boardwalk. The pool shelf was great for our babies and the daybed downstairs was a great place hang out in the shade during the day. We would certainly come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Great time in the sun

Easy walk to beach. View of the Sound side water from front deck. Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Our stay was beyond everything that we needed. It was just 3 of us and we had plenty of room. We enjoyed early mornings and nights on the front deck. Mid afternoons and nights we enjoyed the back deck and the pool. We were about a 5 minute walk to the beach. It did rain a couple of times but cleared up in the evening. It was nice to take a golf cart ride to restaurants and other attractions. The golf cart company only takes tips. The gentlemen was extremely nice and courteous. We're thinking about making it our annual trip! Mr Rushing was a great host and checked on us periodically. Thank you for an amazing stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle B.

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

It was perfect!

The property was immaculate, adorably decorated, and was equipped with everything we could’ve possibly needed! The backyard is an awesome place to hang out, with the beautiful pool and “Love Island” style daybed!! The Gulf was a super short walk— and absolutely breathtaking — also, Rob was a great and communicative host— we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristell W.

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

Family week at the beach

We stayed at the Sunshine House for 8 nights. As others have mentioned, it’s not a big space, but it was great for our family of 4 and 2 dogs. Convenient to the sound and beach, while also convenient to restaurants and activities on the island. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. The kitchen is well stocked, leave your beach towels ant home because plenty are provided, and don’t overlook the pool and beach items that Rob provides to his renters! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024