Gorgeous home across from the beach in the exclusive Sunset Beach gated community on the East End. Features a fabulous coastal chic décor, panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and Apalachicola Bay, multiple indoor and outdoor screened seating and entertainment areas, and exclusive community amenities including swimming pool and tennis/pickleball court. The flat beach boardwalk is across the street from On Island Time and leads to miles of pristine sugar sand shores!
On Island Time (FKA Time in a Bottle) offers private, off-street parking, enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water, Weber gas grill, park-style grill, two screened porches, and seashell/fish cleaning station. Enjoy a game of Cornhole to become the champion and earn bragging rights during your entire stay. The beach boardwalk is diagonally across the street from this property, and the community clubhouse with grill area, swimming pool, and community tennis court are steps away.
Enclosed foyer stairs lead to the floors above, and the elevator is available for guest use. The North-facing first floor king suite with flat screen TV offers stunning views of the Apalachicola Bay and screened porch, and the spacious full bathroom features a spa tub and separate shower. The screened-in private deck with comfortable seating is the perfect place to enjoy unobstructed sunsets over the Bay. The first floor’s hallway offers a coffee bar with mini fridge and a full laundry area. The SW king bedroom with flat screen TV offers amazing Gulf views, a full bathroom with shower/tub combo, and private deck access. The SE king bedroom with flat screen TV and private deck access with Gulf views shares a full bathroom in the hallway (shower/tub combo) with the final bedroom on this level – 2 sets of twin over full bunks with flat screen TV!
On the second floor, enjoy soothing tones with a spacious, open plan. Lots of comfortable seating and tile floors, and large glass doors provide loads of natural light and stunning views of the Bay from the screened porch. The large, screened-in, covered deck is perfect for relaxing and offers comfortable seating for taking in sunsets and coastal breezes. Back inside, the fabulous dining table with upholstered chairs seats 10, and kitchen counters seat 6, providing lots of room for your crew at mealtime. A highchair and a children’s dining table are provided for the little ones in your crew. The large kitchen features fabulous appliances including a standalone ice machine as well as a separate beverage cooler for all your extra beach drinks. Large Corian counters provide lots of meal preparation space, and the chef in your crew will appreciate being able to visit with guests and take in coastal views of the Apalachicola Bay and Gulf while preparing beachside feasts!
A second sitting area with views of the Gulf and access to the upper level balcony creates lots of space for your crew to spread out and enjoy their vacation, complete with a wet bar and sleeper sofa. A half bath on the second floor provides additional guest convenience. The queen bedroom with full bathroom rounds out sleeping accommodations for this property and offers a flat screen TV and private deck access with Adirondack chairs to take in Gulf breezes and views. On Island Time is proud to be a pet-friendly home and welcomes 2 well-behaved dogs to make memories right alongside your family on vacation! Two dog crates are stored in the primary bedroom closet and available for use.
Your vacation rental through Gulf Coast Vacation Properties includes a $250 beach gear credit for beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, paddleboards, kayaks, and more!
Bed Sizes: 3 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twin over Full Bunks, 1 Sleeper Sofa
The gas fireplace in the living area is not for guest use.
2026 Monthly Rates (before taxes):
January (Jan 3-Jan 30) - $7175
February (Jan 31-Feb 27) - $7175
March (Feb 28-March 27) - $8165
September (Sept 5-Oct 2) - $8165
October (Oct 3-Oct 30) - $8165
November (Oct 31- Nov 28) - $8165
December (Dec 5-Jan 1) - $7175
