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Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck

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Beach
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
On a half-acre lot shaded by island oak trees, this Gulf-view home invites relaxation. Enjoy the view from the spacious deck or step out to the paved walking path for an early morning run. The well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook up a storm, while two bedrooms and comfortable living areas provide ample space for four or six guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Gym
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck

Two bedroom, Two bath home on 8 foot pilings located on a half acre lot covered with island oak trees . Sit on the deck and enjoy the view of the Gulf of Mexico or step right out to the paved walking path for an early morning run or leisurely stroll with coffee in hand.

One queen size bed in master bedroom and two full size beds in second bedroom. Queen size sofa bed is available in the great room if needed. A spacious home for four but can be used by six if needed, BUT NOT RECOMMENDED.

Bathrooms have tile floors, master bedroom has a tile walk in shower second bedroom has a tub with showers. An enclosed outside shower with hot and cold water is available and great for use when coming off the beach or coming in from a day of fishing.

Full kitchen with cooking/eating bar 4' by 8' that seats eight comfortably.
Dish washer, garbage disposal, and refrigerator with ice maker round out the fixed appliances. Coffee maker, blender, portable grill for pancakes, eggs, and the like, electric can opener, low country boil pans, two crock pots, a popcorn popper and a Foreman's grill, a well stocked kitchen with numerous pots, pans, casserole dishes and the like add to the extremely well stocked kitchen.

Full china service for 8, ample coffee cups, water glasses, and wine glasses available. Table ware for 16. All other kitchen hardware available.

NO SMOKING
PET FRIENDLY BUT, We ask for a $100 pet fee. We have the home pet cleaning after each rental with pets. This involves steam cleaning carpet areas and vacuuming all chairs and sofas. (If your pet is visiting the island, please be familiar with the County Leash Laws)

Other amenities: Flat screen smart TV in great room with VCR and Stereo, Flat Screen TV in master bedroom, ceiling fans in each room, tile kitchen and bathroom floors, hardwood floors with throw rugs, concrete covered parking, fish cleaning sink and multiple outdoor water outlets.

Weber charcoal grill available for outside grilling on paved area.

Spacious (16' by 16') partially covered deck off the front of the great room with table and chairs for four and two cushioned chase lounge chairs for sunning and napping in the sun and (16' by 8') deck off the back of the kitchen for relaxing in the shade.

Well decorated with area pictures and appropriate decorative furniture. (full sofa, love seat, recliner, coffee table, book shelves, chair side tables, and coffee table) Full wooden hurricane blinds on all windows. Well stocked with books to read and games to play.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great place for the children

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 and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. George Island is home to this holiday home. St George Lighthouse and St. George Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park. Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sikes Cut - 20 min drive - 10.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Red Pirate - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck located?

Situated in St. George Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. George Island Beach and St George Lighthouse. St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Sparkling Gulf View From A Partially Covered Deck Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week in paradise

We had a great time! The owner and manager were awesome! Will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Very clean, convenient to beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Trip

We enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

We had a nice time at Buckys place, was thankful for the covered deck & patio furniture, close to beach, short walk. Overall, nice quaint place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Looking forward to a return visit.

Convenient walk to the beach. The owner even provided beach chairs and a cart. The bed was very comfortable, a must for me! The kitchen had everything we needed and plenty of space to work in. We loved the deck and spent lots of time out there. Cant wait for our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noppadol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for beach vacation

My family and I had a wonderful at this rental home. The location was great very close within a few minutes walk to a beach. The check-in was a breeze and the owner even called to give me tips about restaurants and what to do in town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Very close to the beach, you can hear the waves crashing, peaceful. The kitchen has everything you need. I suggest you buy groceries and bring them with you as there is only small stores in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Really enjoyed the proximity to the beach. House was somewhat dated, but that was fine. We really ljked the deck - If weather had been warmer, we would have enjoyed the deck even more!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Greg S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
We were told that check in would be around 1pm to 2pm but were not able to check in until nearly 6pm. The property is pet friendly but there was dog hair all over the place. We had to buy cleaning supplies to clean the place due to having a 10 month old crawling around on a fur covered floor. We killed 4 grown roaches and missed one that got away. No telling how many we did not see. There was silverware with dried on food so we felt compelled to wash everything before using them. The TV's were not working when we checked in and the housekeeper was still there trying to fix the problem. My son remedied the problem in 5 minutes. The location is great but the condition of the property was in a very unclean condition. After our stay I reported the problems to the owner and he responded that he would address the conditions we reported. Unacceptable. I feel that we should have been reimbursed a cleaning fee for the mess we had to deal with. We have been vacationing at St George for over 30 years and have never experienced a property this nasty. Please beware.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location

Overall good experience. This is a good bungalow home for a couple or family. It is a short walk to the beach and the owner provided nice beach chairs and a beach buggy. The kitchen has all of the necessary basics, the washer & dryer were handy, the outside area was convenient for washing off sand and washing the pets. The deck was large but not screened in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at Bucky's vacation rental

Cute and cozy little house, I would agree with the capacity of four guests. Worry free check in, that's a plus! House was clean, still had that cleaning smell when we walked in. Good cold A/C. House had everything we needed. Coffee maker is a keurig combo with kcup and the pot. Housekeeper/Manager is very nice! She stayed in communication with us during check in and check out. Short walk to the beach access. Was able to take my fur baby down to the beach with us. Dogs are not allowed on the beach in the State Park. The State Park is very nice though, we went one day out of our trip. Had a great time on St. George Island and would stay at Bucky's again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrislyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

This home is in a good location on the island. It’s an easy walk to the beach. The beach chairs provided are a nice addition, as is the outdoor shower, even though we didn’t use it. Grill worked well (bring charcoal). Beds are comfortable and A/C works well. Kitchen could use an update of cooking utensils. Oven is a wall oven and smaller than a conventional oven. Dishwasher is dated but works well, as does the washer and dryer. There was a bit of miscommunication about trash pick up so it would be wise to confirm pick up days. Overall, we had a really nice stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mia P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not what I expected

St. George Island has not come back from the hurricane. Very grown up and sad looking compared to 5 years ago. The home was very outdated, floors were dirty and mold on bathroom faucets. Towels dingy and ripped, same with sheets. Mouse poop in Dishes in the cabinets from not beating cleaned in so long. Balcony spindles broke and a hazard. Moved loveseat to get dogs ball and very large dried stain underneath. While there manager texted to say they were coming over to get linens out of downstairs closet, next day noticed rocks and shells were moved and taken from patio area. Left two days early because of the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Opelika, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Holiday Getaway location

My husband and I, along with a couple of our friends stayed for several days over Christmas at this fantastic little house. It was the perfect size for the 4 of us. St. George was a wonderful town and people were scarce at that time of year. The owner of the house was very communicative and he has a local contact who manages the property and she was very communicative as well. We did not need any assistance while there. The house was very easy to access and had plenty of parking. It's nestled into some live oaks so it's very private, while also being just off the main island road. The walk to the beach is about a block, but the house provided beach chairs and a cart. We grilled a couple of times on the two charcoal grills present downstairs. They have a combo Keurig coffee maker where you can brew a pot or K-pods. The beds were comfortable and the house was clean. If I had to complain about anything it would probably be the low water pressure, but that's not a deal breaker for me. We cooked a lot while we were there, and the house had just about every kitchen utensil you can think of. The house also has a second refrigerator and a washer & dryer in a room downstairs. Also....the highlight of our stay was the fabulously huge deck out back that we gathered around and talked most of the day. All in all...this was a great VRBO and I highly recommend this location. The owner was very kind and offered many suggestions for things to do in the area. We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Met our needs

This house was the perfect size for 4 people: Mom/Dad + teenager and a friend. We had a small snafu at check-in, but the host was VERY quick to respond, so it worked out just fine. House needs a little upkeep and is high-level clean, but could use a good deep cleaning. (Cobwebs on ceiling & in corners, doors, cabinets & baseboards were dirty.) Refrigerator was immaculate, so no worries there! Appliances are dated (except microwave) but worked well. Oven is a little small but preheats super fast, and the dishwasher was AWESOME... I miss the good ol' days of having a dishwasher that actually cleans dishes, and this one got the job done beautifully. The coffee maker is duel: pot or Keurig. The "12 pot" mode doesn't work, but you can make 10 pots. BUT BUY WATER FROM THE STORE: The tap water tastes as you'd expect beach tap water to taste. Not a fault of the house... just how it is on the beach. Also, there's zero pantry space, so if you plan on bringing your own food, it'll have to go on the counter... we made it work just fine. W/D downstairs also work really well. Very short walk to an uncrowded beach, and the neighborhood is quiet. There's a wheeled beach chair cart that makes transporting loot to the beach super easy. Best place to eat on SGI is the Blue Parrot... excellent service, too! (And they don't water down their adult drinks!!) But be advised that no coffee places open until 9 AM... so bring your own.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J., Franklin, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean views!

Nice beach house with views of the ocean! Recently updated and was super happy to see that there was no carpet! Loved sitting outside on the porch with coffee each morning with our pups. Easy access to the beach as well. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed the stay weather want great but had a great time

Very well run
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hard to Describe How Perfect and Comfortable this Property is!

This property is nestled in native live oak trees and you drive into the protected driveway and then walk up the steps to an immaculately CLEAN house that is so comfortable. I felt like we were staying in our own private cozy treehouse. First, it is super clean, the floors are new and wood in a light color. The house was light filled, open, airy. The paint is either new or spotless. Everything is in working order and it is not cluttered. The furniture is clean and very, very comfortable. The main room has the kitchen and living room and leads to a very large patio deck with a table, chairs and loungers. Part of the deck is covered, which is nice, because when it rained, we sat on the patio at the table, staying dry but watching the rain and the ocean beyond. Off each side of the large great room are the two bedrooms with bathrooms. The bathrooms were very clean and had ADA height toilets. The entire house felt fresh and well taken care of. The outdoor shower was really nice to use after being at the beach. Our large extended family stayed on another property, and it was always nice when we drove "home" to this property at night, ascended the stairs into our cozy cabin/home. We will stay here next year for vacation, for sure. It was perfect for my husband and I. We did not have other guests with us for the other bedroom, but that was fine as we put a few items in there and just enjoyed having the place to ourselves. Also, the owner was great - he called us as we were driving down and I asked him about the coffee pot - it was a good one! The home was decorated appropriately and there was no clutter to take up space. We felt at home and our family who stayed at another property loved coming up to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich S., De Pere Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Quick check in, place was clean and spotless. Will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Great property, very clean, and true to listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great porch!

We had a wonderful 2 week visit, my husband,me and our two dogs. Basic accommodations and well located. As previous reviewer has stated, the house can use some TLC. Carpet, living room recliner and mattresses are due for an update. Also, most windows weren’t functional. Kind of a big deal when you want them open. Bottom line, yes we would stay again
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Escape

This property was perfect for us. It was very well equipped, comfortable, and an easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Steve G., Siloam Springs, AR

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home off the beach

Nice place located one block off the beach in a quiet area. Great communication with the owner and very easy check in and check out. While I feel the home could use a little TLC to spruce up, my key question is - would I stay again - and the answer is YES.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

LEE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful fall getaway

Easy as are all VRBO rentals
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020