Once Upon A Tide | Florida Gulf Coast Getaways

Description

Introducing Once Upon A Tide, a direct beachfront townhouse that has quickly become a guest favorite since joining the rental market in 2021. This stunning property offers a unique three-level layout, perfect for large groups or families, and it boasts spectacular Gulf of America views right from your back door. Plus, the convenience of a private elevator from the ground floor to all levels ensures easy access to every part of this spacious home.

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy some fun beach activities, this home is designed to provide an unforgettable stay.
Spacious, Chef-Inspired Kitchen and Comfortable Living Areas
The main level of this home is all about comfort and functionality. It features a huge chef's designer kitchen, fully renovated with updated appliances, granite countertops, and a spacious island with ample counter space. Whether you’re cooking up a family meal or preparing snacks for the beach, this kitchen has everything you need.

There’s also a living area with a new sectional couch, a queen sleeper sofa, and a smart flat-screen TV for entertainment.
Also on this level is a double queen bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, perfect for guests who prefer more privacy.
Gulf Front Master Suite
Additional Bedrooms
Upstairs, you’ll find the Gulf front master bedroom, featuring a king-sized bed, a renovated en-suite bathroom, a walk-in closet, and a small private Gulf-front deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee with a stunning view. In addition, part of the master closet has been creatively converted into two built-in twin bunk beds, offering additional sleeping space for the kids or extra guests.
The back bedroom on this floor has a queen bed, its own private bathroom, and a washer/dryer conveniently located in the hallway between the two bedrooms.

Ground-Level Suite with Full Kitchen and Beach Access
The ground level may just be the most enticing part of this home. This level features a complete suite with a second kitchen, laundry, a full bathroom, and a king-sized bedroom for added privacy. The ground level also boasts stunning views of the Gulf and the dunes, with direct access to the beach boardwalk. From here, it’s just a short walk down to the sand for a day of beach fun.
Perfect for Groups and Families
This property is perfect for large families or groups, with ample space for up to 14 guests. The thoughtful layout ensures that everyone has their own space while still being able to gather in the open-concept main living areas. Whether you’re spending the day on the beach or enjoying the beautiful Gulf views from one of the many decks, Once Upon A Tide is sure to make your vacation unforgettable.

Extra Amenities for Beach Fun
As a guest of Once Upon A Tide, you’ll have access to several beach essentials, including 1 kayak with 2 life vests, 8 beach chairs, and 4 umbrellas with a wagon for easy transport to and from the beach.

Pet-Friendly with Approval
For those traveling with pets, Once Upon A Tide is pet-friendly with prior approval. Non-shedding dogs are welcome for a $200 pet fee per pet, with a maximum of 2 pets. Pets must be friendly and non-aggressive, and if excessive cleaning is required due to pet activity, additional cleaning fees will apply. Please note that if a pet is found on the property without prior approval, a $500 charge per pet will be applied for extra cleaning and flea treatment.

Reserve your dates today for the ultimate beachfront getaway at Once Upon A Tide! This property is in high demand, especially during peak seasons, so don’t wait to secure your stay.

Availability Calendar

Bedding

Bedroom 1

Sleeps: 2

1 King

Bedroom 2

Sleeps: 4

2 Queen

Bedroom 3

Sleeps: 2

1 Queen

Bedroom 4

Sleeps: 4

2 King

Amenities 63

Bed & Bath

Bathtub
Bed Linens
Closet/Drawers
Linens Provided
Towels

Convenience

Hangers
Iron
Ironing Board

Entertainment

Beach Chairs
Satellite or Cable
Television

Facility

Hot Water

Featured Amenities

Elevator
Non-Smoking
Pets Allowed
Wifi
Wireless Internet

Indoor Amenities

Air Conditioning
Dryer
Freezer
Heating
Laundry
Washer

Informational

Child Friendly
Keypad
Private Entrance

Kitchen

Dining Table

Kitchen & Dining

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

Leisure

Bird Watching

Local

Fitness Center

Location

Beach
Beach Front
Beach View
Ocean Front
Ocean View
On the Beach
Water View

Outdoor

BBQ Area
Grill

Outdoor Amenities

Balcony
Driveway
Garage
Outdoor Grill
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 (25)

Very beautiful views, peaceful and family friendly secure place
- Posted: 4/11/2025

Short trip

This was our first time staying in something besides a condo. We loved it, super easy beach access and a perfect balcony to relax on. We will definitely be back in the future.
- Posted: 4/8/2025

Wonderful!!!
- Posted: 3/30/2025

The perfect spot

A great place to relax.
- Posted: 5/17/2024

Awesome stay

We loved the house. It was perfect for everyone especially the ones that couldn't do stairs. The house furnished with everything we needed. Will definitely go back.
- Posted: 3/4/2024

Beautiful Gulf-front location

Perfect for the 4 of us. Each bedroom had its own full bath. Good layout. Full, well-stocked kitchen(s). Seemed like it was recently remodeled. Nice furnishings, etc. Great access to the beach. Great view of the water. Elevator was very helpful for a couple guests with mobility issues.
- Posted: 12/29/2023

Thank you for the awesome review! Your description is perfect and we feel as you do about this great Beachfront Town Home! Hope to have you back soon, Gulf Coast Getaways
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Did not disappoint!

We enjoyed our stay very much! This townhouse is amazing and it’s proximity to the water can’t be beat. Everything was very clean, updated and kitchen is well stocked if you choose to cook. Even found a good amount of shells which is not always the case on Navarre. Would definitely return.
- Posted: 10/18/2023

Great house great location to the beach

Very easy process
- Posted: 9/25/2022

Perfect for our family

We loved the location of the property! Quiet, clean and had everything we needed for our stay! We will be back!
- Posted: 7/30/2022

Perfect Location

Great experience with property management. Quick response to a small maintenance request. The townhouse was wonderfully stocked. Nicely decorated. Perfectly located. The boardwalk to the beach was right outside the 2nd level doors. The walls are well insulated because we did not ever hear our neighbors. We stayed in the third townhouse of four. Very quiet. The elevator was a very nice touch. The two sets of washers and dryers , one on the first level and the second set on the third level was very useful. All in all it was a fantastic place to stay. The view was beautiful.
- Posted: 7/23/2022

Awesome rental!

The townhome was awesome and included a lot of extra touches that were appreciated, such as the swing faucet by the stove to fill pasta pans and luxurious showers! I also enjoyed cooking on the outdoor griddle. We also loved the free-standing freezer in the kitchen and the additional downstairs suite. The only thing that could have been improved was minor; we had a large group and there were few utensils for cooking for large crowds and few glasses for alcoholic beverages (wine/champagne glasses) . I purchased a stock pot for pasta, champagne and wine glasses and left them as we will be looking into availability for next year! Very happy with everything!!!!
- Posted: 7/18/2022

Excellent

Great property! Great beach! Any issues were resolved quickly :)
- Posted: 7/9/2022

Great vacation getaway

Great, clean town home located directly on beach. Lots of room for family of 10.
- Posted: 7/3/2022

Awesome views and a kitchen for entertaining large families

We really enjoyed our stay in Navarre beach and we will definitely be back. The unit was clean and the kitchen was fully stocked with utensils and equipment to get the job done. Beautiful views.
- Posted: 4/2/2022

Perfect for Family

We had an amazing stay at the beach and everything about the property was great. We will definitely come back!
- Posted: 3/19/2022

Great place

Wonderful place. Beautiful location and view. Lots of space for all 10 of us.
- Posted: 2/21/2022

Simply georgous

Here with a party of 13. Six adults and 7 kids under 8. Loved this unit. Highly recommend. The elevator...thank goodness. Was well utilized. Just an overall beautiful condo. Loved our separate space on 1st floor. Beach access and view just breathtaking. I will definately return. Well pleased.
- Posted: 10/31/2021

Great dog-friendly place to stay on the beach

This is beach front. Even though the walkway is shared with all units, it is very quiet even with huge families staying next door. The beach has beautiful powdery sand, but the shore is angled, so no great for long walks on the beach. The water is clear and warm. The elevator is amazing for your dog and groceries. Be careful with the auto-locking doors. It is easy to get locked out. The room with a kitchen on the first floor is nice and spacious. It has its own fridge, coffeemaker, washer/dryer and seating area. It had a wall mount ac, so it never gets real cold. On the main level, the kitchen is well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots, pans, etc (could use more coffee cups). There are 2 ovens and a stand alone freezer. The coffee maker is a drip, not a keurig. Instacart delivers from Publix there. The couch is comfy, but bring sheets to cover it if your dog sheds because it is not leather. The dining room has 11 seats but it is a little tight if you have a big group. The internet is great at this place. I worked all week and my husband streamed TV. Also, the house was super clean and management company was very communicative.
- Posted: 10/24/2021

Couldn't have been better.. Good communication with staff at all times.

I had requested maybe a little earlier check in because of traveling a long distance with one member suffering from cancer and chemo. They honored that, plus everything was as advertised and more.
- Posted: 9/27/2021

Great place to stay!

This place was right on the beach. It was very nice place to stay and I would stay there again matter of fact we stayed an extra night. Had a few issues with the elevator but nothing that was hard to fix. Other than that, enjoyed our stay!!
- Posted: 9/24/2021

Thanks for the great 5 star review! This is a very well done 4BR/4BA beach front Town Home with great amenities - it is fairly new to our inventory and so far everyone has absolutely loved it! Hope to have you back soon - Gulf Coast Getaways
Florida Gulf Coast Getaways staff

Perfect location - Perfect stay

Filled this house up with family & friends for our son's 30th birthday party bash. Lots of great kitchen space for cooking and lots of space to chill and hang out. Can not beat the views of the wonderful beach and sunset either!
- Posted: 9/7/2021

beach with family and friends

The property was nice in size. Although, it felt a little cramped in the dining room area with 10 people all making dinner and hanging out. The couch was amazing and fit everyone! Loved the pier going straight to the beach- perfect! Elevator was a huge plus for groceries and going to the bottom floor. Overall, we had a great time and would stay again! Thanks so much
- Posted: 8/23/2021

Great Family

This townhouse is really nice and great for a large group. Property Owners went the extra step in providing several beach chairs and extra umbrellas. My family really enjoyed the elevator inside the home taking luggage and groceries to each floor. Even though this townhome is connected to other townhouses you don’t hear the other groups staying next to you. Highly recommend this property!!!
- Posted: 7/11/2021

Little Bit of Heaven

Great place to stay. The location was nice.
- Posted: 7/4/2021

Great week at the beach!

This townhouse was exactly as previewed by owner pictures. Location and easy access to the gulf was perfect for multi-generational family members. 3 levels, multiple sleeping arrangements and 4 full bathrooms helped the week be a BIG success. We would definitely recommend.
- Posted: 6/20/2021

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