Close to Santa Rosa Beach, Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
6 bedrooms5 bathrooms4242 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky
Top Reasons to Book Playing Hooky on 30a! * Private beach access * Gated community * Private balconies * Large flat-screen televisions in each room * Private pool *Golf Cart available for rent for addt'l fee* * Walk or bike to Gulf Place * Minutes to Silver Sands Outlets, Baytowne Wharf & Grand Boulevard * Professionally Managed; 24/7
Welcome to Playing Hooky on 30a, a luxury home nestled on the south side of 30a in South Walton perfect for large groups, small weddings, corporate retreats, and multiple families wanting to vacation together in paradise! This 3-story home sleeps 21 with plenty of room for everyone! With over 4200 sq. feet of a wonderfully laid out open floor plan, Playing Hooky on 30a offers large bedrooms, upscale furnishings, fully renovated and stocked kitchen, oversized laundry room with extra refrigerator, and three levels of wraparound porches and balconies to enjoy.
Located just 250 yards to the beach, Playing Hooky on 30a is located in a less crowded section of the South Walton beach, along the bike path, and only a few minutes' walk to Gulf Place Town Center. A large private pool is surrounded by nature with the pool deck offering plenty of chaise lounges and seating. Upon entering the home, you'll encounter a completely renovated coastal chic kitchen and living room with furniture, flooring, 65'' Smart TV with DVD player, wine bar, fully equipped kitchen, with plenty of dining seating at a large table and the bar area. Also featured on this floor, an oversized laundry room with extra full refrigerator, and King bedroom with pull out Twin oversize chair and 55'' Smart TV. The third story at Playing Hooky on 30a features a huge King Master Suite with a spacious sitting area with pull out Queen sleeper sofa and 55'' Smart TV. The Master Suite also features an ensuite bath with large double sinks, stand up tiled shower and Garden Tub, as well as views of the tranquil 30a scenery. Another King bedroom on the third floor adjoins a full bath. A third bedroom on the third floor has a comfy Queen bed with a Queen pull out sleeper sofa. All bedrooms have wall-mounted TVs. The first floor offers access to the pool and pool deck as well as two additional bedrooms. The Bunk Room features two bunk beds with Twins on top and Full-size beds on the bottom bunk - with easy access stairs for the top bunk! The other bedroom on the first floor offers a King bed and a large flat-screen TV and DVD player.
San Remo condominium pool access available to you for your stay!!
The pool can be heated from Oct-March for an additional fee.
**No access to the fitness facility
No smoking, no parties and no pets, please.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Heated pool
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
About the area
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sundog Books and Sirens at the Beach are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Santa Rosa Beach travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
55 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King
6 min drive
Mcdonald’s
7 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
6 min drive
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer
6 min drive
Stinky's Fish Camp
4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. South Walton Beaches and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Private Pool & Beach Access-Playing Hooky Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The house was perfect for my husband and I and 3 grown kids and their familys. Plenty of room. Restaurants were within walking distance and beach just a few minutes away
There were some minor issues that didn’t coordinate with how the listing was stated…but overall a nice place and great location
Michael C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
lori l h.
6 Nov 2015
AWESOME STAY
This is by far the best place I have EVER stayed in Florida. House is wonderful and large enough to have fun all in one room yet rooms for privacy. Easy access to beach, restaurants and can use amenities of the condos. Would highly recommend
Beautiful home with a private pool in a great location
Beautiful home with a private pool in a great location. The house was clean and comfortable, property management respond quickly to small issue, we thoroughly enjoyed this day.
Wendy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer G.
22 Apr 2018
Absolutely PERFECT!
We just left Playing Hookey today, and we all cannot get over how perfect this house was. It has ample space, is very clean, and the short walk to the beach was easy, even for the small kids in our group. We all want to stay in this house again next year!
Jennifer G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen W.
2 Aug 2018
The property was perfect for our family reunion. We had three families with 7children.
The property was clean and well maintained. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked and two full sized refrigerators were a plus. All the bedrooms are large and the beds are comfortable. The kids loved the pool and the short walk to the beach was not a problem. We had a great week.
Management company on top of everything owners lead us to believe their were beach and pool toys and there was not but management company and a trip to Walmart solved our problems
Very nice house and grounds. Access to the beach was good and the house itself suited us fine. The only thing I would change was the seating in the living area wasn't enough for our group.
Clean, large house, great location, house could be stocked with a few more minor necessities like salt and pepper shakers, but overall a great vacation and easy access/checkin- out
House was beautiful and clean. We needed help with wifi and got immediate response from rental folks. Great experience.
Mary Kaye B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
7 Nov 2015
Girlfriend Retreat
What a place! We had the best time. Everything about this property was fantastic. Beautiful, upscale decor with all the updated amenities. Plenty of space for everyone to relax, take walks, bike rides or just visit. The walk to the beach is very short, however, on the cloudy day we enjoyed the private heated pool! Plenty of restaurants and shopping are all close by. Great location.
This property was fantastic for our large family vacation. We had 7 adults and 8 children, but we never felt like we were on top of one another. The bedrooms were a great size and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, dishes, etc. There were several fridges which was great for extra groceries and drinks. It was an easy walk to the beach access. We had plenty of parking and so many options for dining and shopping were walkable. The private pool was very clean and a great ammenity. The owners were extremely responsive and communication was great. Thank you for a fantastic family vacation.
Pictures tell it accurately, beautiful place, great vacation spot. Parking situation is better than expected, no one else parked in the ten or so spaces right next to the house besides us. Tons of space. Everything was just as advertised.
Plenty of room for our group of 10. Pool was not as large as we thought, but worked out fine. Easy walk to the beach. Only complaint is for the money we paid, we had to purchase paper
towels, toilet paper and there were only two kitchen towels for drying dishes.
The property was very nice. The location was excellent- south of 30a with no road to cross. This is important for our family with children. They supply beach chairs, umbrellas, and toys. Our middle school kids ride the large flamingo up and down the beach all week! The beds were awesome-so comfy! The pool with the little water fall was a good size and fun.
sharon c.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Patricia S.
6 Jul 2018
So far the best location we have stayed in the last 7 years.
The house is lovely and spacious. It is a little dated but overall nicely decorated. It would have been great if there was a full bath for each of the six bedrooms instead of only 4. The pool was great but we had to call about the pump on 3 occasions. There are beach items and a cart available for use which was great. Also, having bicycles was great.