[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21696600/21696546/6ccf75d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21696600/21696546/bde5b260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21696600/21696546/cff1ac12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21696600/21696546/b65302db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21696600/21696546/854f6260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On Dune Allen Beach, Idle Hours offers a cozy retreat with a private boardwalk to the beach and an awesome Palapa Hut. This pet-friendly cottage is perfect for small families or couples looking for classic 1950’s Florida architecture, complete with a DVD player and nostalgic charm. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach \- Gulf front \- Pet friendly \- Cozy beach cottage \- Near shops and restaurants \*7 night minimum (Saturday to Saturday) Idle Hours is the quintessential gulf front getaway located in beautiful Dune Allen Beach. If walls could talk, I’m sure this classic, 1950’s old Florida beach cottage could write a novel . . . This 2 bedroom, 1 bath super cozy home with an awesome Palapa Hut will make you smile the moment you arrive. Lovingly decorated and pet friendly, Idle Hours is perfect for a small family, a couple, or anyone who appreciates classic 1950’s Florida architecture, and with its own private boardwalk to the beach, you’ll feel as though you’re on your own private island. After enjoying a long, luxurious day on the beach, and savoring one of our stunning sunsets, venture out to one of our locally owned restaurants for scrumptious, fresh seafood. When you return to your classic cottage on the beach, you might be reminded of “Gidge and her beloved Moondoggie". There’s even a DVD player, so why not pop a movie in? Idle Hours is a true nostalgic gem, and loved by all. Some things truly do get better with age. There is a $200 non-refundable pet fee. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89710000/89709300/89709208/14a403a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All Suite Gulf Front Home with Private Beach, 2 Bikes, and Stunning Views Dune Allen Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=89709208&PinnedHotelID=89709208&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21720000/21712600/21712548/5c010453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GULF FRONT! 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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 Idle Hours Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach 3151-268876 ## About the area Located in Dune Allen Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Rosa-Beach.dx183118) [View more Vacation homes in Santa Rosa Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d183118-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.35200%2C-86.24969&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qU_y5TQf-NkL5hJD5gXkKJKGD8U=) Santa Rosa Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Santa Rosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Blue Mountain Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 km ### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Del Taco - ‬7 min drive - ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Local Catch - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬12 min walk - ‪Shunk Gulley - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Idle Hours - Pet Friendly! Gulf Front in Dune Allen Beach located? > Nestled on the beach, this Dune Allen Beach vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Rosa Beach, Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club, and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park. Topsail Hill Reserve Beach and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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