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

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 885 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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Pensacola Beach, FL
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pensacola Beach Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Opal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pensacola Beach Beaches. An outdoor pool and laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Pensacola Beach Beaches and Opal Beach
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

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 transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Snorkelling 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

Policies

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 are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beach Cottage

Vrbo Property

Sunshine Beach Cottage

Sunshine Beach House 5 Minute Walk to Gulf Sound Beaches

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I had a great day at the sunshine house. Very dog friendly. My puppies had a great time. Enjoyed the pool and everything outside. And I’m in love with that swing ha ha! The host was amazing. If I needed anything, it would be taken care of. We will return for another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our first time to Pensacola Beach and we had a great time! Me, my husband , 3 adult children, DIL and 2 grandbabies! The location was perfect for a quick visit to the beach with the kids…when we could get them out of the pool!! Everything was great! We had the best time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Lycrisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house & wonderful backyard with heated pool and sand volleyball court. Covered porch is a great place to relax and look for dolphins. We saw a few. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaynie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was adorable and absolutely perfect for a birthday getaway with my dog and girlfriends! The backyard set-up was everything! The host’s hospitality was incredible and communication was above and beyond! I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had the best vacation here! Hosts are very kind and responsive! Definitely will be planing to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brooke E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was very attentive and helpful. Pool was warm, lots of pool/sand toys for kiddos. Ocean view from front porch was good. Both sides of island within walking distance. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was responsive, pool was great, and views were great. We appreciated the kitchen having many pots and pans for cooking, and the outside bin had many fun toys for pool and sand.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay! The host was extremely helpful and knowledgeable relaying info about the area, because it was our first trip to Pensacola. In addition, he was very timely on responses to any questions or concerns regulating the property. The house and property was clean and accurately reflected the listing description. We would love to come back and stay making this a regular place for vacationing and holidays.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glendy b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place! Kids loved the pool! Beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family had an amazing time and our host was awesome. What a great place to relax. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean, comfortable and very well stocked with everything we needed. Host was welcoming and responsive. The pool was divine!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great! Loved the backyard for my dog and the heated pool. It is located in a nice neighborhood and it was just a couple minutes across the road to the beach. Perfect for a family even though I was there alone.I have several friends with kids that wanted their information on the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

justin h.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the pool. It is close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cesar M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice home with suitable amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sina N., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location and amazing backyard! We enjoyed our stay and the children had a great time at the pool and volleyball court.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

roccio r.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Katina F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding stay

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

8/10 Good

Lizbeth O.

Nice pool house with big outdoor space to grill and hang out

This house has an amazing outdoor space for a large gathering. My family enjoyed the pool everyday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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