Accueil front de mer sur le golfe du Mexique, privé avec des vues spectaculaires

We were having an amazing time here, but unfortunately we didn't get to finish our stay. Due to Hurricane Michael we had to evacuate after only a couple of days. However, I can't say enough how much we appreciate the owner! Even though we had not purchased trip insurance, she only charged us for the time we were there, refunding the rest. We can't wait to come back during better weather.

We stayed for a week as a family of seven and felt very comfortable in the home. The beach was quiet and perfect for our little ones to run around. Being secluded was a nice change of pace for us!

Love. Love. Love. Best beach trip we have ever had.

If you're looking for a place to relax, this is it. You're toward the end of Alligator Point on a gorgeous stretch of beach next to a bird sanctuary. If you're a birder, go. If you like to fish, go. If you love the beach, go. The home is well appointed for cooking and there is a place to clean your catch. You have options to sit in the sun on the porch, get out of the sun by sitting below the home, or if you really want sun walk to the beach. You can't get much closer to the beach than this property.

Dolphins were in the surf most mornings, some no more than 10 yards off the beach. We watched them and kayaked alongside them a few days.

For all the types of travelers out there, expect more of remote beach experience. You will see *some* people, but not many as you're at the far end of a beach away from the public access points. Weekdays, we were lucky to see 10 people. There is not a lot of nightlife here and it shouldn't be expected. The forgotten coast is all about enjoying what Mother Nature has to offer (especially the peel and eat shrimp!) We will certainly be back in the future.

A special note to the owner as we came back one night from a late fishing excursion (11PM) and discovered water dripping from under our porch. We shut off the water to the house for the night, made a phone call to the owner and had a plumber out the next morning. It was a minor inconvenience to the overall trip, but it showed us that the owner was respectful of our vacation time and extremely prompt. Thank You!

This nicely decorated house had all we were looking for--quiet/no crowds/fishing/white sandy beach--thus a great place for our family gathering! However, it may not fit everyone; even kathy (the owner) cautioned me re: renting when i asked a lot of detailed questions. Things to consider: 1.Kitchen, dining table & laundry--there is a higher than normal rise (step up) into this area. If any guests are older, toddlers etc. the step up could be a bit difficult. The hanging lights over the table are a little low--if you are over 5'10" you may hit your head on the "driftwood points" of the light...it is really lovely though! The kitchen area is small and situated for 1 person "actively cooking". It was tight when one was using the microwave/fridge, one was cooking, & one cleaning dishes/dishwasher; but kathy has put everything in it you could need, esp. no cheap/scratched teflon pans; instead she has quality All Clad cookware pieces. We all just danced around each other! The water is not deep filtered & someone on another site stated (re: the area) the ice cubes tasted a bit salty. Since we had some salt-sensitive people, we carried in our own R/O water/bought ice (walmart). 2.The sleeping area upstairs has no doors--it just opens to the spiral staircase. Those that need to sleep in/nap will find the noise drifts up even with the A.C. running. No one was bothered by our "quiet rule" . 3.The porch overlooking the ocean is nice & without a roof making it great for star gazing (amazing views!). Since it has no roof, there is no shade during the heat of the day--but you can sit in the lower level out of the sun. It is nice and breezy "down under" & we enjoyed the afternoons on the glider (just wished it was elevated to see more beach/ocean). The fishing station & extra refrigerator were an added bonus (well planned)! We really enjoyed bay/ocean fishing (ocean catfish--delish!) 5. White "sugar sand" with lots of unusual shells, live starfish/live sand dollars. A few days washed up more than normal seaweed but that is part of the ocean (no one cleans it up here). It didn't bother us but some may prefer groomed beaches. 6. Met neighbors--very friendly & informative! The nearest walmart/family dollar/fast food etc. is 40-45 min. away--for some that could be too far (we planned accordingly). The above details are for "detailed folks".-Thumbs up from all in our group! For us, we are looking for a winter home--this is definitely one of the contenders! Loved it