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Jake's Place Grayton Beach - private pool

Jake's Place Grayton Beach - private pool

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Jake's Place Front Porch for People Watching
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Overview of Jake's Place Grayton Beach - private pool

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrayton Beach State Park14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeaside Beach5 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Convertible bed(s)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Jake's Place Grayton Beach - private pool

Jake's Place is a three bedroom, 2 bath artist's cottage deep in the heart of Grayton Beach, Florida, with many recent updates

Jake's sleeps up to 8 comfortably (depending on the combination of adults and children; please enter correct number of adults and children when making an inquiry, and please, a 150 pound 16 year old is considered "adult sized" :) we truly just want your group to be comfortable with what we offer, and please note that we do not accept parties with more than six adults). Jake's Place has three bedrooms, with two queen beds, 2 twin beds (bunks), and a sofa sleeper [which may work for children, but probably not adults]. This cozy and bright beach cottage, filled with local and folk art, sits under 130 year old live oak trees, offering a fenced in back yard, a private swimming pool and outdoor shower. [NOTE: Pool is no longer heated starting 11/1/2022.]

The screened-in porch and back yard off the kitchen is a great place for outdoor cookouts and after the beach dinners (grill out on the park-style charcoal grill out back) or night-time games. Relax by the tropically landscaped, private swimming pool while watching some rays, or after dark, with the pool softly lit, it's just magical by the palms and under the live oaks. The 12 x 15 pool is perfect after a full day at the beach -- cool off the sunburn before heading back to the beach for sunset; at Grayton, you don't miss sunset. Really, don't miss it.

There's a great covered porch on the front for people watching; watch everyone headed to the beach! Wireless internet service, lots of great HULU + Live channels, and three TVs; in the living room and two of the bedrooms. Parking -- can accommodate 3 cars, or a car and boat and trailer. Umbrellas and chairs are provided, and assorted beach stuff too. We can also recommend beach chair/umbrella and bike rental companies. There are miles and miles of easy (asphalt) bike trails out of Grayton for you to enjoy.

The beach distance is about 200 yards from the front door, with public boardwalk access right down the street. There's places to put in kayaks and canoes, which can be rented close by. There are at least a couple of beach umbrella/chair rental places in Grayton; check them out your first day and don't worry about carrying anything but your towel and cooler to the beach! YOLO boarding is abundant here. Jake's is a 2-3 minute walk to the beach, or shopping at the shops of Grayton Beach, or Grayton Beach General Store and several restaurants. Mapquest 374 Defuniak Street, Santa Rosa Beach. thanks and if this isn't the place for you, you know someone who will love Jakes, so please pass the word along, and in the meantime, be young, be foolish, and be happy!

Come to Grayton Beach Jake's. Come once, and you'll come back year after year. Lots of friends do.

If you are interested in an Old Florida (even more than Grayton), consider checking our newest property on St George Island. Just look for Tucked In..... via -- TuckedAwayBeachRentals.

ONE LAST NOTE: While we are sensitive to plans changing, and will try to move your reservation to a later date, if you try to do this within the 60 days prior to arrival we cannot guarantee this. Please purchase trip insurance, including cancel for any reason insurance; our family never travels without it. Once received, each payment is non refundable and subject to forfeiture if your plans change. The beaches of South Walton are open and back to normal. So, PLEASE, before booking, read the rental agreement! Thank you!


Keywords: Grayton Beach Florida Beach House

Property manager

gail
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
See rental agreement re supervision required.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If smoke smell found, you lose deposit.
All guests must sign/mail rental agmt to Owner within 3 days of booking, otherwise, Owner reserves right to cancel booking;send to address on agmt.
Once pmt rec'd, it's nonrefundable; pls get trip insurance.We are reasonable/try & work with you if emergency arises;e.g move reserv. to later dt
Pls see rental agreement agmt for cancellation /refund policy/Our "You will be able to use your deposit guarantee." *subj to availability/restrictions

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Traveling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkeling, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 4 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - 5 min drive
  • Hurricane Oyster Bar - 13 min walk
  • Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
  • AJ's Grayton Beach - 7 min walk
  • Chiringo - 4 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Comfortable - Great place to stay!
Stayed at Jake’s Place for a last minute Christmas getaway. Cute, clean, and cozy. Had everything we needed. Super short walk to the beach, restaurants, shops. Walked to Hotz coffee nearly every morning. Gail was amazing to work with! Readily available, friendly and just a wonderful host. We plan to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

josie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Grayton experience!
When I shopped for a place in Grayton, I wanted the feel of a Grayton beach cottage with space for my family (including teens) to spread out a bit. Jake’s Place was perfect. My 15 year old son spent a lot of time in the pool, and there were 3 areas for lounging outside. The living space was clean and comfortable. The laid-back vibe suited us perfectly, and owner, Gail was very helpful in answering questions and making sure we were taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Family had a wonderful time staying at Jake’s Place - easy walk to the beach and having the pool was an added bonus for the small kids for the evenings. Gail was great and will definitely stay there again next time we vacation in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach get away
We had a great time at Jake’s place! The house set up was perfect for myself and my 3 grown and almost grown kids. We cooked in and made good use of the well-stocked kitchen. The beds were comfy and we enjoyed cards and reading on the screen porch. The refreshing pool was a real treat after the sand and salt. The proximity to the beach was terrific, so simple to throw our chairs on our backs and head down there. No need to load up a big cooler, either - it’s an easy walk to go back inside to make a sandwich. Gail was lovely to chat with and an excellent communicator. Check in and check out procedures were clear and simple. Grayton Beach is a real treat - an old school beach town surrounded by state park land means quieter beaches and a more relaxed, slower pace than the nearby towns with so much development that we’ve stayed at in past years. This was just what we needed to reunite and take a break from our hectic lives.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Location
House and location were excellent. Easy walk to the beach and some restaurants. Great relaxing by the pool after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by gail

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When I bought Jake's in 2000, I was expecting my first child, a son, who has grown up to love Grayton. I had property in Seagrove Beach, just down the road, for about 10 years before that. But I knew my heart was in Grayton, so when I had the chance to buy a cottage, painted bright green (inside too; see if you can find any green paint), and sorely in need of TLC, I jumped at the chance. A LOT of hard work, elbow grease (big thanks to my Dad), and 23 years, four or five hurricanes (we stopped counting) an oil spill and a pandemic later (whew), we know that we're less a part of Grayton than Grayton is a part of us. So, when you walk through the pine and live oak covered, oyster-shelled streets of Old Grayton Beach, you get the feeling that things don't change very fast here. Which is exactly the way I wanted to raise my son. When you're on the beach here at sunset, well, it's simply timeless.

Why they chose this property

Why did I buy Jakes 23 years ago? More importantly, why would you want to stay here? Well, the cottage is a perfect size for families with small children, couples (even two or three couples), families who love to relax around a beautifully landscaped pool of their own, folks who want to be able to just walk to the beach without worrying about crossing busy roads or walk to local bars for a night cap. [Red Bar! they are back!!] There's plenty of parking for you to bring your boat if you're inclined. It's perfect for anybody who loves hanging out on a screened porch at night talking and playing games, cooking fabulous meals with a fully stocked chef's kitchen, or rocking on the front porch to people watch and visit with the lovely, if a bit eccentric, locals and infamous Grayton Beach "nice dogs". Come on now... you know you want to stay here... there's a reason about half our guests in 2021 and 2022 were repeat guests....

If you need something quieter, less busy than 30a, check out our St. George Island house, fully renovated (Tucked In); look for TuckedAwayBeachRentals and you will find it!

What makes this property unique

Located about halfway between Destin and Panama City Beach, Florida, Grayton Beach is a small, historic beach village on Scenic Highway 30-A along the Florida Panhandle Gulf coast. Grayton Beach is a spectacularly wide beach, with a beautifully rugged dune system, sugary white sand, and bordered by a freshwater lake. One of the 'Beaches of South Walton' County, Florida, Grayton boasts a rich history, one of the oldest beach villages in Florida with a celebration of its 133rd anniversary on July 4th, 2023. Many of the homes in Grayton date to the turn of the LAST century. Grayton is home to a curious mix of old-timers and newcomers, nice dogs, and assorted, infamous locals. And Jake's, the little lavender painted cottage, lies at its heart.

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