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"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8

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Escape the crowds at this private spacious home, Custom Built for family and relaxation, featuring amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico and Alligator Bay. With a gated entrance, you'll enjoy 4 seasons outdoor dining on the massive deck or take in the sound of ocean waves just steps away from your own 100' private white sand beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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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.

"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8

Laundry facilities, an arcade/games room and a garden are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a balcony and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Alligator Point, this holiday home is on the beach. Bayside Marina and St. James Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bald Point State Park and Public Beach Access. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Panacea travel guide
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Alligator Point, FL

What's nearby

  • Carrabelle Beach, Carrabelle, Florida
    Carrabelle Beach
    37 min drive - 54.4 km
  • Historic lighthouse on shell beach with driftwood and palms in Sanibel island Florida
    Shell Point Beach
    43 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Public Beach Access
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Alligator Point Beach
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bald Point State Park
    5 min drive - 5.4 km

Restaurants

  • Tropical Traders Shrimp Co.
    15 min drive
  • Angelo & Son's Seafood
    16 min drive
  • Aligator Point Tiki Bar
    2 min drive
  • Alligator Point Yacht Basin
    2 min drive
  • Angelo & Sons Trop Trader
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Alligator Point holiday home is steps from Public Beach Access and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Alligator Point Beach. Wilson Beach and Mashes Sand Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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"Shifting Sands" Private Beach Front 3 Bd, 2 Bath, sleeps 8 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 2nd time visiting. We absolutely love this house and the view!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CLose to beach
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy S.

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

House on the beach

Loved loved loved everything about this house and the location. The beds and couches were super comfy! We will definitely be back for our next vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

m s.

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

Family Vacation

Location was wonderful! Large house great for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannial V.

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

Great location!

Truly enjoyed our stay! The location was peaceful and was exactly as the listing photos showed. Highly recommend! Josh was fast to respond with our questions and was kind to let us he was close by if we needed him.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

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

Peaceful

We had a wonderful time... it is so nice and quiet, very peaceful. Looking forward to coming again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa V.

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

Amazing vacation

This is our second time staying here. Since our last vacation, there has been a new deck added to the back of the house. So relaxing as we watch dolphins swim in the morning. We love the setup of the house. Everything is just so comfortable and relaxing!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

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

Great family/friends vacation

We enjoyed our stay here with family and friends. We will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jean L.

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

Beautiful view

Lovely spot to w as the dolphins, sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacia G.

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

Beautiful property

Perfect quiet location with lots of natural beauty.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Beautiful Beach Home!

We had a wonderful stay at Alligator Point! The house was beautiful, kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed and the fish cleaning station was a great bonus for our family that loves to fish on the beach. This is our third trip to Alligator Point and it’s always a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

Fabulous getaway!!

We had the best time at Shifting Sands!! The decks on the front and the back of the house are amazing! We spent a lot of time on both of them! The view from inside of the house was incredible and we couldn't get enough of it! The house was very comfortable and very spacious. We loved the layout. Everything was just as expected! We enjoyed long walks on the beach and watching the birds and the dolphins! Josh was an excellent host and we really appreciated him.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

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

Perfect getaway

The property was the perfect getaway. It was clean and spacious. The screened porch was perfect for the evening sunset. The owners had all of our basic needs to be comfortable. The personal elevator was very helpful in moving our luggage to the main floor. Thank you for allowing our family the opportunity to stay in your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Paradise

Very pleased! The house was so clean! Loved the view of the beach from the house. Kitchen was well equipped and loved the huge island and bar stools. I have no negative comments. Already planning the next trip there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Cousins Getaway

We really enjoyed our “long “ weekend at Shifting Sands even though it rained the entire weekend. The screen porch and the view from the living room area were wonderful. The kitchen was well equipped and having two refrigerators was nice. The elevator was certainly a bonus for us as we were a group of women 60-74 years old. We will certainly return as a group or with our families.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kay Lynn H.

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

Beautiful Oceanfront View

The location is very quiet and private with a beautiful oceanfront view. The living area was open and spacious. Living area was neat and clean. It looked like there had been some damage to the screened in porch area and underside of home from recent hurricanes that had not been fixed yet, so the porch area doors did not close properly, but had no effect on the living area, just cosmetic fixes that needed to be complete. The place is quiet and remote, so it took around 30 min to get to a grocery store.The coffee pot quit working one morning, but the property manager had a new one delivered to us within minutes! We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

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

Pre-Thanksgiving fun at the beach

Family of five brought Gram and Grand dad to Alligator Point for some R & R. We enjoyed our stay so much here! I visit AP often but this was my first stay at this house. Very clean, comfy beds. The view from the house to the beach was spectacular! There was a little leak in the basement, which did not affect us at all, and it was fixed quickly. Management was very responsive and helpful. I can't wait to book again next year. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Relaxation is priority

If you are looking to get to the beach but want to get away from all the crowds - this is the place. Our views were spectacular and my husband could fish from the beach all day long, undisturbed if he chose to. The house was extremely clean and had great views of the water! It is very comfortable and has great decks outside to observe all the wildlife (we especially enjoyed seeing the porpoises (or was it dolphins - we still debated that). The kitchen had everything you need to cook meals and we took advantage of that. Josh was available anytime we called to answer questions and that was very much appreciated. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time staying here the house was perfect the location was perfect the area was exactly what I hope it was. Quiet secluded beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwenivere H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful long weekend after the loss of a family member, it was peaceful and beautiful and exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Josh was the BEST host. This was our first time in Alligator Point and we are already planning our next trip back. Quiet, remote and beautiful!! Shifting Sands was exactly as described—spacious, super comfy beds and well-stocked kitchen. Could not have asked for a better trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole L.

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

June week

Get place would stay again. It a drive to most restaurants but we were okay with it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

This is a beautiful, well maintained property in a great location for a beach vacation.

Overall great experience. Great communication, easy check in, property is exactly as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family of 8 vacationing Memorial Day Week at our favorite part of the Forgotten Coast - Alligator Point. Great house that balances great modern conveniences with the old charm of your grandparents beach cottage. It has an elevator so you can bring mobile limited relatives. Direct access to your own beach 20 steps from the house. Owner is immediately responsive, knowledgeable and easy to work out any issues. Will return and visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025