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Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

Bayside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Shell Point Beachside Getaway, a beautiful coastal home with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. This spacious retreat offers an open floor plan, fully equipped kitchen, private deck area for sunset views of the gulf and a covered porch perfect for sunrise coffee. Directly across from Shell Point Beach you can enjoy beach activities or take advantage of the boat ramp nearby.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142040 sq ft

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.

Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

Bayside holiday home with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a patio and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • 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
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping allowed inside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

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

  • Unit size: 2,040 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Note from host: No pets on the premises, absolutely no exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping allowed inside the home.

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

Property is also known as

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Birds Up Retreat gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach
Bird’s Up Retreat Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

About the area

Located in Crawfordville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Wildwood Golf Club and Bayside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wakulla Springs State Park and San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park. Medart Park and Gulf Specimen Public Aquarum are also worth visiting. Visit our Crawfordville travel guide
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Crawfordville, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic lighthouse on shell beach with driftwood and palms in Sanibel island Florida
    Shell Point Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • I grew up watching the old Johnny Weissmuller Tarzan movies. Some of them were filmed here.
    Wakulla Springs State Park
    19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Very nice campus #HBCU
    Florida A&M University
    42 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Illuminated detail from dome on Capitol Building
    Florida State Capitol Building
    46 min drive - 60.2 km
  • Brick entrance to FSU campus Tallahassee
    Florida State University
    47 min drive - 60.9 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hamaknockers BBQ
    20 min drive
  • The Chill Spot
    10 min drive
  • Posey's Oyster Bar
    25 min drive
  • Posey's Beyond the Bay
    25 min drive
  • Methhead's Boiled Peanut Stand In Medart FL
    23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Shell Point Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Wildwood Golf Club and Medart Park. Wakulla Springs State Park and Little Lake Ellen are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great house in an amazing location!

We had a 3 generation vacation here over a long weekend. The house was immaculate and included everything we needed to be comfortable. There is ample common space inside, a great deck upstairs and lots of room under the house for gathering. The views were amazing and the beach is across the street. The owners were very prompt in all communications and have detailed instructions on anything related to the house, procedures, etc. as well as a great guidebook for area restaurants and attractions. We didn't use the golf cart, but it was a nice option to have. As "dad the pack mule" one of my favorite features was the lift to get all our stuff up and down. We brought our 24' bay boat and had no issues docking. The ramp is across the cove and one of the easiest setups we've experienced traveling with the boat. Plenty of room around the house to park the truck without unhooking the trailer and still have space for multiple other vehicles. We loved it and look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

Great place!

We had a great time staying here. Close walk or golf cart ride to the beach, plenty of room inside, everything we needed to enjoy our stay was at the house.

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Great place.

Great place with everything provided for our stay. Would like to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Regatta Weekend

Great place with easy access to boat ramp and beach. Huge kids room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

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

Fantastic property with great views and boating access. Perfect location for family gathering.

Easy rental process.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

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

Great stay!

Perfect location with plenty of room. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

We were very happy with our house

Very clean, lots of extras, nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

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

Great

Nice place to slow down for a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Perfect beach getaway

Our family of 10 loved this home. There was literally anything we needed and then some. The location is one of the best in the neighborhood. We hope to stay longer next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

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

Shell Point Beach house

It was a spacious house with beautiful views of water. The kids love how close they were to the beach & playground. It worked great for my daughter's families & I because we come to the area to visit for a family reunion in Crawfordsville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

The Blue House on the beach!

The home was as advertised and more. It was well appointed, clean, and the layout is perfect for an extended family vacation. The property owners were a pleasure to communicate with and and responsive. It felt like home!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

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

Scalloping Trip

This was an excellent location for our trip, the home was spacious, and very clean. the golf cart was truly a plus,. we carried our boat and docked it right at the house. we will be staying here each time we visit family in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Exceeded Expectations

The house is like brand new...The Kitchen is stocked with pretty much everything you would need.. The View from the balconies is priceless. The beach is located directly across the street.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Great time had by all 9 of us!

My family (me, my wife, my two kids ((ages 12 + 15)), and my wife's brother and his family )(wife and 3 kids ages 3, 5, 7,) spent five nights at the house. There was plenty of room and then some for all! The beach is right across the street, and very easy to access. The younger kids really enjoyed playing on the beach and exploring in the water for hermit crabs and starfish and other sea creatures. The beach is very nice, and not too busy. It's not like the waters of the open Gulf or the Atlantic, but nice. The house is not only very spacious, but was clean and has everything you need. The back dock on the channel is an added bonus for putting in kayaks, or doing a little fishing. We kayaked both in the bay and in the channels, and caught a few fish. We even saw a few manatees in the channels. The hosts were very helpful and were quick to answer all the questions we had before, during, and after the stay. Highly recommend staying here. Especially families with kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

Amazing house!

We will definitely return! It was perfect for our family to all meet at from west coast and east coast! We all loved! Views are incredible!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Great birthday weekend

We had a great time. Would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

This is a lovely, well-equipped home with an expansive unobstructed view of Apalachee Bay.

The process for renting this property was simple and problem-free.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

WOW! This house has it all including great hosts!

Let's start with water on all four sides! The beach is a short walk, there is a dock to park your boat with easy access to the ocean, and a ramp that is just a short drive/walk. Access to the golf cart in this community was a great amenity. The house itself was well furnished and appointed; the hosts really thought about what would be used in the house from dishes, to cookware to condiments! We have stayed as a family at multiple short term rentals and this is by far and away the best. Great location. Great amenities. Great house. We enjoyed sunrises and sunsets on each day. If you want to be on the forgotten coast this is the house for you. Thank you to the hosts for great communication and especially for sharing your piece of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Al J.

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

Excellent Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Eddie's home! Awesome views from the porch, the beach is directly in front of the home, and the boat ramp is adjacent to the lot. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020