Bare Feet Retreat

We visit Pensacola Beach every year sometimes twice a year. This is by far our favorite rental. It had a great layout and was nicely equiped with just about everything you could need. The property is in great shape with lots of nice amenities. We will definitely stay here again.

- Posted: 10/19/2025

Hi Christopher! We’re so glad you chose Bare Feet Retreat to celebrate your wife’s birthday—what a perfect way to soak up Pensacola Beach! 🎉🌊 It’s awesome to hear it’s now your favorite rental and that you loved the layout and amenities. We can’t wait to welcome you both back for many more beach getaways (and birthday celebrations)!
Warm coastal regards,
Wendy & The Gulf Coast Getaways Team

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Definitely a place I would go back to! Very reasonable price for the area with beach front views!

- Posted: 10/9/2025

Hi Mathew,
So glad you and your family had a fantastic fall break at Bare Feet Retreat! 🌊☀️ Beachfront views, a great price, and a spot you’d go back to—sounds like the perfect combo. We’d love to welcome you all back for more sun, sand, and relaxation!
Warm coastal regards,
Wendy & the Gulf Coast Getaways Team

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

There are only two things that you may want to address…invest in new linens that fit the beds properly, and leave instructions for the remote control fans.
The house was amazing, and everyone in my party agreed that we would like to rent the same home next year. We have been visiting this area for the last five years and this was our favorite house so far.
We were very impressed with the back deck, which is partially covered, and would allow for you to be outside, even if it were raining. We also loved the walkway leading to the beach. It was much easier than walking through the sand.
The communication was extraordinary, and since we had people flying in from Phoenix and Dallas, and because the house was ready, we were allowed to check in a couple of hours early.
I highly recommend this property, and hope when we get our dates together for next year, it will be available!
Excellent host! Thank you for everything!

- Posted: 9/15/2025

Thank you, Suzanne, for the wonderful review. Glad the house, covered back deck, and easy walkway to the beach made your stay our favorite so far — and that the early check-in and communication worked well for your group. We appreciate the notes about linens and the fan remotes; we will replace sheets with proper sizes and add clear instructions for the remotes. We’d love to host you again next year. Safe travels! - Gulf Coast Getaways

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Very much enjoyed our visit. The house was large enough to accommodate the 10 of us-6 adults and 4 kids. We were able to all sit in the living room together. The kitchen had most everything we needed. It could use a pair of scissors though. The bedrooms were comfortable. We had a few repairs needed but service people were sent out immediately. I was very impressed with that. My special place was the covered porch. As I’m not a beach sitter, I enjoyed the shade and the porch swing. Thanks for s great week.

- Posted: 7/26/2025

Thank you, Stephen, for your thoughtful review. We're glad the house comfortably accommodated your group and that you enjoyed the covered porch and porch swing. We appreciate your feedback about the kitchen and prompt attention to repairs. We're happy you had a great week and hope to welcome you back soon. - Gulf Coast Getaways

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

This home is absolutely beautiful, my family and I had such an incredible time here! The home has the perfect location, literally just a few steps away from the beautiful beach, from your very own beach access. The home was equipped with basically everything we needed for our stay. We were able to check in almost 2 hours early which was a huge plus for us! We loved this home so much I’m sure we will be renting it again in the future!

- Posted: 6/8/2025

We enjoyed our stay here. The house was clean and worked well for our family for the week. It was just steps from the beach and the area was not crowded at all. It was just a short drive to restaurants, shopping and fun things to do.

- Posted: 5/23/2025

This is an incredible Location. The house is steps onto the beach with your own little path. Loved how it was more private and way less crowded than the in town beach. It is very close to town for all the yummy restaurants. We would definitely go back to this house. The one thing I’d say is come knowing you’ll need beach towels because they aren’t provided, shampoo conditioners, and you’ll need more toilet Paper paper towels trash bags etc. They leave a bar of soap for each bathroom and one toilet roll. This is just a heads up. We still think it deserves the 5 stars because it is wonderful!

- Posted: 7/18/2024

Wonderful place to stay

- Posted: 4/7/2024

The house is very comfortable. The bedrooms were perfect for us. ( 6 adults, 1 child) The living area was arranged perfectly. There are puzzles and beach books for when-a beach break is needed. The deck is terrific! We used the gas grill with no problems. Downstairs is an outdoor shower. Kitchen well stocked with appliances, pans, bowls, dishes, pots, utensils & cooking utensils. Another set of forks would be nice to have as we don’t use plastic! Also, as the freezer in the fridge is small & the demand for ice is high, perhaps a small ice maker could be installed? A kitchen drawer came off the track and maintenance was out that day to repair it! He also set up the hose for us as someone had removed the connector. One flaw that was almost a deal breaker for us renting again next year is the bathroom in large downstairs bedroom. The toilet/shower closet has slatted, wooden swinging doors as seen in old Western movies! They don’t even latch! This affords no privacy. I am hoping that the owner upgrades this to a barn door! I rented in good faith that this will happen! The boardwalk to the beach is excellent. It was so nice having 2 Adirondack chairs at the base of the walk. Such a great place to sit & sip or read or just listen to waves at night. Lovely touch! We used the beach umbrella for extra shade. There were beach chairs & toys that we did not use. All in all this was a great house for us.

- Posted: 7/1/2023

Great place to stay! Lots of room and we spent a lot of time on the large covered patio.
Pics have not been updated. The updates were a nice surprise. No game room but instead a large master suite upstairs. Patio updated which was very nice! We would stay again!!

- Posted: 6/17/2023

Great location! The house had everything we needed. It IS a bit dated, however. Swinging 'saloon like" doors to the toilet/shower in downstairs bedroom REALLY need to be changed. There is no bathroom privacy in that area.

- Posted: 6/4/2023

We loved the privacy of the home, and how it was still close to restaurants. It felt like we had the ocean all to ourselves.

- Posted: 4/27/2023

Unbeatable location with private walkway access to the Gulf of Mexico. Great two level deck, partially covered, ideal for dining or enjoying the swing.

- Posted: 7/30/2022

Great property and location! Some appliances could be upgraded

- Posted: 7/23/2022

Great location in Pensacola Beach. Relaxing stay. Having direct access to the beach was a huge plus. Would rent this property again.

- Posted: 3/19/2022

We had a wonderful stay at the property. The location is hard to beat.

- Posted: 3/9/2022

The property was everything we hoped it would be. It was clean, comfortable, and the location was perfect!

- Posted: 12/31/2021

Enjoyed our short stay here over the Labor Day weekend. Would stay here again.

- Posted: 9/7/2021

We very much enjoyed our time at this property and would recommend it to friends. We would definitely consider coming back in the future. The staff was very helpful in accommodating an early check-in since we had little kids who had been in the car for a very long time. We very much appreciated this. The location was fantastic and the beach access was perfect. The property was not far from the main drag, but it was far enough away to be calm and uncrowded. We did notice that the boardwalk needed some TLC, but no one was injured or maimed and it was not unsafe. The outdoor seating areas also maybe needed some attention, but again, these are only minor comments. There was plenty of space to accommodate our group and nothing was uncomfortable. The family room space was perfect! There was lots of room for all of our group to sit in the evenings and plenty of room around the dining table (but we did need a few more chairs here). The TV was nice and easy to use. The WiFi also worked well, even for video conferencing. The kitchen was well stocked and we cooked a lot. It was a bit hard to cook for a big group (maybe needed more large items like pots, pans, baking sheets, etc.), but we were prepared for this and managed to adapt as needed. The appliances were a little dated but functioned adequately. The refrigerator struggled to keep up when we first arrived and packed it full of groceries for 11 adults; but we were able to contact the text line and a service provider was sent to inspect it on the same day. He vacuumed some cooling components and it was running great by the end of the evening. We were very pleased with the responsiveness of the staff to address this issue. The sleeping arrangements easily accommodated our group and no one complained about the beds being uncomfortable. (This is my own personal suggestion, but I would have appreciated some upgraded/additional bedding, as what was provided was a bit minimal. But, I understand not wanting to put a lot of investment into this when people don't treat it well.) The kitchen cabinets and bathrooms needed to be updated -- there was nothing wrong with them, but they were obviously dated. Still, there was plenty of hot water and everything was very clean so this really wasn't a disappointment or problem. The water pressure was also good so long as not all three bathrooms were going at the same time. Overall, we enjoyed our vacation and would recommend this property for others.

- Posted: 8/30/2021

Thank you for the thorough and constructive review! We appreciate constructive feedback and it definitely helps us improve our properties as guests often find things and notice items that we do not. We have both the back deck and the walkway schedule for replacement and repair this off season. The beach is a harsh environment and it is time to get those two parts of the house fixed (the deck replaced and the walkway repaired/updated). We will also check out the kitchen items and make sure we are adequately stocked up with the necessary pots and pans. Thank you again for the 5 star review and the helpful information, you have helped make this a better vacation home! Hope to have you back soon, Gulf Coast Getaways

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The view of the ocean from this house was amazing. It was also a short walk to the beach. Nice house for all ages. We had a fantastic time. Wish I had more money, I would of stayed longer.

- Posted: 7/25/2021

We had 4 families with 6 kids from 2-7 years old stay in this house for 6 nights. It was just enough room and the walk to the beach was so perfect. Any issues we had were addressed quickly. We cannot quit talking about how comfortable the beds were. We are looking at booking now for next year. Thanks for sharing your property with us.

- Posted: 7/19/2021

Pros: Lovely beachfront with private walkway over dunes, coud leave chairs and toys at the end of walkway so didn't have to haul them in every time. Screened porch with swing so perfect for beach-gazing we didn't even mind rainy weather; able to enjoy the sea in all its moods. Lots of toys/chairs left in the garage by previous guests (we left three umbrellas) so we only had to buy a few beach things. Just enough room for 8 adults and 4 kids. Driveway/garage perfect for cornhole or lots of parking. Groceries and alcohol delivered by Publix, so no need to leave once we got there. Outstanding communication with management. Comfy beds, lots of towels. Cons: House a little more dated than listing shows, but, hey, it's a beach house. No ventilation for stove, had to open windows when cooking bacon, which let in hot air and flies. Boardwalk to beach is old and splintery. Several of us got bloody toes (because we shucked our shoes when we arrived and didn't put any on until we left). Nails popping up on the deck/boardwalk are a hazard -- either replace with screws or supply a hammer. We used driftwood to pound them down. Also, spindles loose or missing on railings. These are not as much complaints as just letting the management know about needed repairs. I owned a house at the beach and it's much harder to keep up than a house anywhere else. Overall, it's in good shape. A fabulous place for a family beach vacation. I would stay here again.

- Posted: 7/16/2021

Love the location.

- Posted: 6/12/2021

This house checked all the boxes. Staying right on the beach was great! There was plenty of spaces inside and on the porch for our group to hang out together comfortably. We would rent this place again.

- Posted: 6/1/2021

The property was clean and comfortable. It had a nice screened in porch, as well as, ocean views from each bedroom. We enjoyed our stay.

- Posted: 5/22/2021

The location of this house is a dream! Directly on a quiet beach with plenty of space for a large family. This was our second time to stay in this home and would do it again. Highly recommend!

- Posted: 4/7/2021

We had 6 adults and 5 children. The communication was great. We had a few issues but they got resolved quickly and we enjoyed the week! Thanks for having us

- Posted: 3/19/2021

Thank you for the great 5 star review! We hope to have you back soon - Gulf Coast Getaways

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Amidst all of the concern with COVID-19, we chose this house because of its direct access to the beach and the ability to stay together safely. The house was well-equipped, layed out, comfortable and provided a wonderful week away. The beach is beautiful - great swimming, soft white sand and plenty of space for social distancing with our tent, umbrella, 10 chairs, sand toys, coolers, etc. Screened deck/porch was lovely for morning coffee and evening drinks. Plenty of parking room for our cars too. We look forward to planning another trip at this property.

- Posted: 7/31/2020

Thank you for the excellent review and very accurate description! This house and beach is just as you described, glad you had a wonderful week at the beach. We hope to have you back soon! Gulf Coast Getaways

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

We really enjoyed our stay. Perfect location. Enough space to spread out. Almost private beach for such a busy time of year. Loved the screened porch for midday heat and evening time relaxation.

- Posted: 7/8/2019

Beautiful home on a beautiful beach! Perfect for our family of 7 vacation

- Posted: 6/16/2019

It was absolutely perfect to stay right on the beach! The floor plan was perfect for bringing the whole family, giving us all privacy in the evening while having a large open area for eating and lounging.

- Posted: 5/11/2019

Thanks for the excellent review - you are spot on! The house is a favorite and the direct beach front location is perfect. Hope to see you again soon! Thanks, Gulf Coast Getaways

Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

This house was perfect for our group. It has four separate sleeping areas--one bedroom with a king, one with a twin & trundle and double, another has one king and one queen and then a king upstairs. The upstairs bedroom has a bathroom, walk out door and a small kitchen area. The living room has three couches and 2 chairs. There was dining seating for 10. The living area and each bedroom had televisions. The beach is only a few steps from the back porch.

- Posted: 4/11/2019

This is a beautiful, spacious house and a wonderful location. The quick and private access to the beach was perfect for our group. There are multiple porches with breathtaking views of the ocean. The kitchen is spacious and open, and lends itself perfectly to cooking and gathering. The owners were very attentive to questions. We had a large group—11 people—and everyone had a blast. This was the PERFECT place.

- Posted: 11/3/2018

We enjoyed our stay. The beach is steps away. Downtown is about 20 mins away for the nightlife. Great house with super comfy beds!

- Posted: 8/19/2018