Title: The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool Vacation home with a hot tub, near Santa Rosa Beach ## Photo gallery for The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool (Santa Rosa Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90760000/90751900/90751898/9b99904b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool (Santa Rosa Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90760000/90751900/90751898/e0885d8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool (Santa Rosa Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90760000/90751900/90751898/876f9adb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool (Santa Rosa Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90760000/90751900/90751898/e117cb9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo, offices - The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool (Santa Rosa Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90760000/90751900/90751898/09f050ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the pinnacle of luxury beach living at The Optimist 30A, where resort-style amenities meet stunning gulf views. Enjoy a short walk to beach access, then unwind by the private heated pool or Peloton bike. With six adult bikes and a six-seater golf cart included, exploring is easy. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms8 bathrooms5255 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool Home Highlights \-Resort Style Private Heated Pool (Heating available for an additional $60 per day during the months of Oct 31-May 1) \-Hot Tub \-Gulf Views \-Short Walk to Beach Access \-Elevator \-Peloton Bike \- 6 Adult Bikes Included \- 6 seater Golf Cart included Defining the pinnacle of luxury beach living, The Optimist 30A is a magnificent property spanning a vertical footprint of three levels gorgeously accessorized with multiple sunlit porches. Guests will enjoy the most notable amenities of a resort style vacation including five bedrooms, six and a half baths, a gourmet kitchen with wet bar and wine cooler, private elevator, and breathtaking outdoor living space that will be the epicenter for entertaining and relaxing. On the first level, guests enter the Main Living space with natural light flooding into the pristine open concept design with opulent living space with modern fireplace, dining area, and well-appointed gourmet kitchen. Entertaining is made easy with a Sub Zero 48'' refrigerator, Wolf SS 48'' dual fuel gas range, custom vent hood, convenient pot filler and coffee station. The opulent kitchen island with its waterfall marble countertop provides added seating. Step from this area through gorgeous Euro doors into a large, covered lanai bringing the outdoors in with a lovely transitional area with a resort style pool, incorporated hot tub and waterfall feature that flows into the shallow area with sunbathing ledge. It’s an easy stroll through the pool or swim up to the submerged bar seats that adjoin the bar and sunken outdoor kitchen. The stunning outdoor kitchen comes with a BBQ grill and Big Green Egg, soda cooler, ice maker and sink. After an evening swim, gather by the lovely, modern fire pit. Finally, retreat for relaxation in the Primary King suite featuring doors that open to the lanai and a sumptuous ensuite with a double spa shower and soaking tub. This floor also hosts an additional Queen bedroom. Serene colors, calming textures, shiplap accents, designer lighting, and natural wood elements continue throughout the home. The second-floor wraps guests in luxury with three king bedrooms – each featuring its own private ensuite baths. One bedroom includes a small workout room with Peloton. The third and final level of the main house features a capacious Family Room with a queen sleeper, covered porch access, and crisp white Bunk Room featuring two Twin over Twin Bunks with a shared bath/shower combination. Additional details include a personal elevator and ultimate laundry room. Towering above is a sun deck that lets you gaze at breath taking gulf views and sunsets that will forever draw you into the allure of the Gulf. The Optimist 30A embodies the heart of 30A’s coastal experience with excellent proximity to highly coveted world class shopping, dining, and eclectic entertainment for which 30A is known. Sleeping Arrangements First Floor Master Bedroom - King - Private bath with shower and soaking tub Queen Bedroom 1/2 bath Second Floor King Bedroom - Private bath with Shower King Bedroom - Private Bath with Shower King Bedroom - Private bath with Shower Third Floor Bunk Room - Two Twin over Twin Bunks Shared bath with Shower Family Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa - Shared bath with Shower Carriage House Full Guest Suite with Ensuite Bathroom ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles - Heated pool ### 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 ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 5,255 square feet ## Similar properties ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96850000/96842600/96842523/f403574c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 30A Beach House - Dream Chaser by PHG Dune Allen Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=96842523&PinnedHotelID=96842523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100650000/100643100/100643074/3719f020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Preakness at the Beach - Luxury Vacation Rental with Private Pool & Rooftop Deck Dune Allen Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=100643074&PinnedHotelID=100643074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122820000/122813700/122813614/8d5cc061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf View-Near Beach-Golf Cart-Bikes-Private Pool Dune Allen Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=122813614&PinnedHotelID=122813614&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92330000/92321000/92320941/2e660a36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach vacation amongst the trees, Golf Cart included Dune Allen Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=92320941&PinnedHotelID=92320941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112610000/112603800/112603745/0ee4f7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Retreat with Crow’s Nest Gulf View, Private Pool, & Deeded Beach Access Dune Allen Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=112603745&PinnedHotelID=112603745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117160000/117159800/117159784/116f6ac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 MIN WALK TO BEACH - HUGE YARD - PETS ALLOWED - GULF VIEWS! 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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 ### Property is also known as 54 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach 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. [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%7C30.35581%2C-86.25883&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1-b4abb-IFXz2MQoSsO5tKgCwxE=) Santa Rosa Beach, FL ### What's nearby - ![Its white sand beach for miles by hwy 30A. And right around sunrise and sunset you get some very nice Light](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183118/e9fc857c-f989-4f20-b1d3-c4823fc7f5b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Beach 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Our first view of the Gulf. Deer & bear can be found in the dunes area. Beautiful water & white sandy beach! #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976471445/f0ef748b-5ff7-4f64-bdfe-db1b0aaff121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Topsail Hill Preserve State Park 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![SantaRosaBeach_SantaRosaBeachGolfClub_553248621560505600_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505600/0d74d5a1-e487-437e-9782-c082ffde7742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - South Walton Beaches 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Santa Rosa Beach 16 min walk \- 1.4 km ### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - Burger King 7 min drive - Palm Folly Hard Seltzer 8 min drive - Del Taco 7 min drive - Pub Grimes 3 min walk - Outcast Bar & Grill 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool have a pool? ### Is The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool? ### What time is check-out at The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool? ### Where is The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Optimist 30A|Private Deeded Beach|Private Pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary k. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Venue Floor plan layout is exceptional. Penthouse area with the bunkbeds is great for the kids. Two outdoor balconies provide a great view of the ocean. Kitchen has everything you need. Pool and outdoor kitchen area is also a exceptional lay out. Beautiful private beach with two entrances is a very short walk. Management company provides great property information, amenities and service, is a first rate compnay. Neighbors on each side of the house are permanent residence and very nice please respect their privacy. ##### Gary k. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house! Over all it was great!! a little uclear about the downstairs queen bedroom which does not have a bath. There is a half bath downstairs so daughter and son in law used shower by pool...... Otherwise it was a gorgeous house and would stay there again! ##### Julie D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew S. Jun 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Optimist 30A First, the house is amazing, everything is nice and new! We all loved the tri-fold doors which allowed you to get plenty of fresh air. The out-door entertaining area is great with lots of TVs, blue tooth speakers for music, plenty of sitting area, a grill, and a green Egg. The rental company was great to work with, they got back to us quickly about everything. The only thing holding this house back from being truly exceptional is its location. It is a short walk down a hill (which means up a hill on the way back) to a beach access - Bullard Access. This area is fine, but you cannot rent any chairs at this area, you have to bring your own chairs and umbrellas. We had an issue with some ocean front house owners in this area telling us we couldn't sit on the beach in front of their houses. The only place you can get chairs set up daily is at the Dune Allen beach access which is about a .4 mile walk from the house or a quick golf cart ride. However there is a limited number of golf cart parking spaces. And, the big kicker, is YOU HAVE to sit in the public beach access area. You are not allowed to sit on any of the beach around this Dune Allen beach access area. So, inevitably the public beach access area was extremely crowded for the entire week we were there. Overall we had a great trip and the house is amazing and the rental company was great to work with, but with little kids, we wouldn't stay here again. ##### Andrew S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023