The Sunshine House | Florida Gulf Coast Getaways

Description

Signature Amenities of The Sunshine House:

* Private pool with shaded lounge space + poolside bathroom

* Direct beach access via private path to the shoreline

* Gulf views from both floors and multiple decks

* Event-friendly with romantic string-lit lower patio

* Spacious chef’s kitchen with ice maker + trash chute

* Sleeps up to 16 across two floors with a kid-friendly layout

* Large covered outdoor space perfect for weddings and reunions

* Professionally Managed

* This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. *

The Sunshine House is a warm and inviting beach retreat with classic charm and thoughtful custom finishes rarely found on Pensacola Beach. With stunning Gulf views and direct beach access via a private side path, this family-friendly home is designed for comfort, fun, and relaxation. The heart of the home features a spacious open-concept living and dining area with plenty of room for group gatherings. A beautifully appointed kitchen includes granite counters, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a freestanding ice maker, and a trash chute. Step out onto the large, shaded deck to enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunset while listening to the waves.

Downstairs, guests can cool off by the private pool or enjoy shaded seating beneath the home, an ideal spot for watching kids swim or hosting an event. White string lights add ambiance for weddings or celebrations, and a poolside bathroom ensures convenience. The home’s split-level layout offers sleeping space for up to 16 guests, including a dedicated kid zone on the upper floor with bunks and twin beds. With pet-friendly policies and one of the best locations on Ariola Drive, The Sunshine House is a top pick for beach reunions, family vacations, and unforgettable memories.

Bedding Setup:

Main Level (1st Floor)
Bedroom 1: King Bed + Ensuite Bathroom + Private Deck
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed + Ensuite Bathroom
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed + Shared Full Bathroom
Bonus Sleeping Nook: Twin Bed
Living Room: Sleeper Sofa (Queen)

Top Floor (2nd Level)
Bedroom 4: Full Bed + Twin Bed
Bunk Area: Three Twin Beds (two with privacy curtains)
Shared Full Bathroom

Booking Details:
* Pool heating available: $55/day
**Please note that pool heaters depend on ambient (outdoor) temperatures. When outdoor temperatures are 50°F or below, the heater may be unable to maintain the desired water temperature. By requesting pool heating, you acknowledge that pool heat is not guaranteed. Refunds will be considered only in the event of a verified mechanical or compressor failure of the heating equipment. Reduced heating performance due to low outdoor temperatures is a known limitation of electric pool heaters and is beyond our control. As such, no refunds or rate adjustments will be provided for weather-related heating limitations**

* Event fee: Required for weddings, reunions, or parties (must be pre-approved)
* Admin Fee includes up to $2,000 accidental damage coverage; no security deposit required
**We LOVE Snowbirds! Enjoy Low Monthly Winter Rates**
Snowbird Season runs December through March.
To receive an instant quote, simply select an arrival and departure date totaling at least 28 days.
Have a unique request? We’re happy to help—contact us for alternative dates or additional assistance.
Please note: All monthly rentals require an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Key Features of Pensacola Beach:
* Walkable, Quiet Neighborhood with Unobstructed Gulf Views
* Steps to County-Managed Beach Access
* Perfect Viewing Spot for Blue Angels Air Show
* Minutes from Boardwalk Dining, Gulf Islands National Seashore + Fort Pickens

Availability Calendar

Clear Dates

Bedding

Bedroom 4

Sleeps: 3

1 Double

1 Twin

Bedroom 3

Sleeps: 2

1 Queen

Bedroom 2

Sleeps: 2

1 Queen

Bedroom 1

Sleeps: 2

1 King

Amenities 65

Bed & Bath

Bathtub
Bed Linens
Closet/Drawers
Linens Provided
Towels

Convenience

Hangers
Iron
Ironing Board

Entertainment

Beach Chairs
Games
Television

Essentials

Living Room

Facility

Event Friendly
Free Parking
Hot Water

Featured Amenities

Heated Pool
Non-Smoking
Pool
Private Pool
Wifi
Wireless Internet

Indoor Amenities

Air Conditioning
Dryer
Essentials
Freezer
Heating
Washer

Informational

Child Friendly
Keypad
Private Entrance

Kitchen

Dining Table

Kitchen & Dining

Blender
Coffee Maker
Dishes & Silverware
Dishwasher
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Pots & Pans
Refrigerator

Leisure

Bird Watching
Boating

Location

Beach
Beach View
Near Ocean
Ocean View
Water View

Outdoor

Deck Patio Uncovered

Outdoor Amenities

Balcony
Driveway
Garage
Garden or Backyard
Outdoor Grill
Outdoor Pool
Parking
Patio or Balcony

Safety Features

Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

Special

Beach Essentials

Sports

Cycling
DeepSea Fishing
Fishing
Swimming

Themes

Tourist Attractions

Location

Reviews 5 (29)

Perfect location, easy beach access. The house was clean and beautiful, easily accommodated our large group.
- Reviewed On: 4/10/2026
- Check Out On: 4/10/2026

Thank you so much for the 5-star review, Shannon! Glad the location and easy beach access were perfect for your group, and that the house was clean, beautiful, and comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Warm coastal wishes,
Gulf Coast Getaways Team
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

We loved our stay. It’s a beautiful, spacious beach house and an easy walk to the beach. The home is nicely decorated and has a great chef’s kitchen. The only downside is that the kitchen wasn’t stocked with basic essentials like salt, pepper, or oil, so we had to bring those ourselves. Other than that, everything was wonderful. We would definitely stay again.
- Reviewed On: 3/18/2026
- Check Out On: 3/18/2026

Debi and Greg were great. We look forward to staying with them again
- Reviewed On: 2/14/2026

Thanks so much for the 5-star review, Eddie! Glad our communication went so smoothly. We look forward to having you stay with us again for the summer season!
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

We loved the house! Check-in and Check-out were very simple. Provided amenities and supplies were appreciated. Walkway to the beach was nice and an easy walk.
- Reviewed On: 10/10/2025
- Check Out On: 10/10/2025

The house and pool were very clean, convenient and easy access to the beach, and ample parking. Beds and couches were very comfortable and lots of seating around the pool and the porch for everyone to gather. No complaints. Enjoyed our long weekend stay!
- Reviewed On: 9/2/2025
- Check Out On: 9/2/2025

Thank you, Christine, for the wonderful review. Glad the clean house and pool, easy beach access, ample parking, and comfortable beds and seating around the pool and porch helped make your long weekend enjoyable. We’re happy there were no complaints. We’d love to host you again. Safe travels! - Gulf Coast Getaways
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Our family had an amazing stay! There were a lot of us and you didn’t feel crowded! The outside was amazing with plenty of seating and gathering areas for our family. Will definitely be booking with them again.
- Reviewed On: 7/12/2025

- Reviewed On: 6/22/2025

The house was beautiful and perfect for our large family. The kids enjoyed the pool as much as the beach. There were only a couple of issues, and they were addressed quickly. The location is so close to the beach it takes literally minutes to be at the water.
- Reviewed On: 6/15/2025
- Check Out On: 6/15/2025

As close to the gulf as you can be without being right on it. Just a short walk to paradise.
- Reviewed On: 5/12/2025
- Check Out On: 5/12/2025

Great location just a short walk from the gulf. The pool was a lot of fun. The amenities in the garage (beach toys, etc) were very helpful as well. The outdoor shower/bathroom was a big bonus — I don’t know why more houses don’t have something similar to rinse off sand or shower off when coming back from the beach and into the pool.
- Reviewed On: 11/30/2024
- Check Out On: 11/30/2024

Family together time

When we first arrived we were quite impressed with the accommodations. Soon we discovered that the cleaning crew hadn’t done a good job. I contacted the property manager and a new cleaning crew promptly arrived. They did a terrific job. We delighted in the beach access, pool and areas in the home where we could gather to play family games.
- Reviewed On: 6/15/2024
- Check Out On: 6/15/2024

Wonderful stay

The house was perfect for our two families. The kids enjoyed the pool and the close proximity to the beach. The adults loved the kitchen, outdoor patio area, and the many bathrooms! We had a wonderful stay and would definitely stay there again!
- Reviewed On: 4/29/2024
- Check Out On: 4/28/2024

Pensicola 2023

Great location, on site pool was awesome to keep the kids occupied. Size of the common areas was great. Need ceiling fans in all bedrooms. Kitchen knives and scissors are all dull. Plenty of dishes, loved the ice maker. I'd come again.
- Reviewed On: 5/2/2023
- Check Out On: 4/29/2023

Great home close to beach

Excellent location with very short walk to beach.
- Reviewed On: 11/6/2022

Bouge Family vacation 2022

The home was located just minutes to the beach. It was spacious and big enough for our family. The children slept upstairs and it worked out great to where the adults had the main level. The only downfall was the dishwasher didn't get the dishes very clean and the oven took longer than usual to preheat. I loved the extra refrigerator in the lower level. We loved the pool for the kids after they came back from the beach! Easy access to shops and restaurants. We would definitely rent this house out again!
- Reviewed On: 6/29/2022

Amazing!!!!

Thanks so much for making the rental experience easy …. Such a cool location, quiet, safe and steps from the beach. Tons of space!
- Reviewed On: 2/8/2022

Awesome house

Great house for family gathering!! Plenty of room and great location!!
- Reviewed On: 12/14/2021

Beautiful Home

We enjoyed our stay at this property. Everything we needed for our family stay and great location so close to the beach.
- Reviewed On: 8/23/2021

Amazing home.. amazing location!

This home was truly the perfect place for my family of 15!! Tons of space and lovely decor throughout!! Literally steps from the beach! Couldn’t have asked for anything better! Hoping to return again and again! Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
- Reviewed On: 5/10/2021

covid vacation

perfect getaway for covid vacation. sheltered in place with a pool and beach and my own kitchen!
- Reviewed On: 7/9/2020

PERFECT getaway!!

This house is amazing.... the pictures do not give it justice....!!!! Truely beautiful !! Gulf Coast was very professional and handled all aspects of our vacation perfectly.... from the confirmation , to the house rules, to what to expect upon arrival, what to bring for our stay..... etc.
- Reviewed On: 12/5/2019

We are so glad you enjoyed your time in this house! Thank you for the 5 star review! Your comments are what we hear about this house all the time! Thanks again and we hope to see you back here soon. -Gulf Coast Getaways
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Perf Beach House Getaway!

We spent our 1st family vacation here! House was gorgeous & huge, plenty of space for everyone! We will definitely be back!
- Reviewed On: 8/31/2019

Awesome - Glad you loved the house! Thanks for the great review and please come back soon - Gulf Coast Getaways
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Fantastic location

The house is beautiful and the location is perfect, it took 2 minutes to walk to the beach. Loved the open concept and the deck was amazing. This was the perfect house for our four families to stay in for the pensacola marathon weekend. Communication with the hosts was easy and quick.
- Reviewed On: 11/24/2018

Beautiful house, excellent location.

Easy to get to from the airport and so close to the beach. Pool was a huge hit. Plenty of room for our 12 person group. Pictures don’t do it justice.
- Reviewed On: 9/10/2018

Wonderful Place!

We had a wonderful time. The property was perfect in every way. It was beautiful, well situated to local restaurants and grocery store. Very short walk to the beach. And loved that it had a pool. We hope to rent this same house again.
- Reviewed On: 6/11/2018

Beautiful comfortable and spacious

We rented the sunshine house for our beach wedding. It had plenty of room for everyone and we were so pleased with the set up. The pool area was nice and clean and the walk to the beach was very convenient. We can’t wait to stay here again!
- Reviewed On: 5/10/2018

BEAUTIFUL!!

Absolutely gorgeous home. Better than the pictures! Beautiful gulf views, light and open living/dining spaces, fully stocked kitchen perfect for cooking, great entertaining space - especially the outdoor areas. Truly a perfect stay. Thank you!
- Reviewed On: 11/13/2017

We are glad you loved the home! This is a great review of this awesome beach house and thank you for sharing for all of our future guests. We hope to have you back soon to visit this great house and beautiful Pensacola Beach!
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

The Perfect Wedding House!

This house couldn't have been more perfect! It was beautifully decorated, close to the beach, and very clean! Our wedding was on the beach and our small wedding party walked back to the house for the reception which was perfect! Below the house we had everything set up beautifully! Plus with all the white string lights and the sound of the waves in the distance... it was a night to remember!
- Reviewed On: 2/14/2017

One of the nicest places we have ever stayed!

This was our favorite vacation so far! Our entire extended family was so excited to see how great it was in person! It was the perfect lay out for a large group with everyone having lots of space! It is beautifully decorated with a dream kitchen! The short walk to the beach was easy - we actually felt like being just a little bit back from the beach provided more privacy! Thanks for sharing your place with us! We will be back!
- Reviewed On: 2/14/2017

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