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Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand

Panacea vacation home with kitchen

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A wooden deck with a bench and chairs overlooking a beach with a clear blue sky.
A small blue building with a porch, located near a beach with a clear view of the ocean.
Beach nearby
A rural road leading to a small house with a blue roof, surrounded by white picket fences and large trees.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a microwave, and an oven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom77 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alligator Point, FL
  • Place, beach near Alligator Point Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alligator Point Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Shell Point Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Panacea

Close to the beach.You'll find Public Beach Access and Alligator Point Beach within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Bayside Marina and Wilson Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Alligator Point Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alligator Point Beach - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Carrabelle Beach - 44 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 46 min drive - 52.7 km
  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 50 min drive - 57.1 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropical Traders Shrimp Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Aligator Point Tiki Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪tropical trader - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand

Location: Alligator Point, FL on the Eastern End of Franklin County's renowned “Forgotten Coast”.

This secluded Old Florida oasis spans eight miles of natural coastline along a narrow beach peninsula. Alligator Point offers unspoiled beaches, fabulous fishing, unsurpassed wildlife viewing and absolute tranquility.

Get ready for sun, sand, and relaxation!

Dolphin Reef, a ground-level beach cottage, nestled along the stunning Gulf coast - This adorable vacation rental is the ideal retreat for families, friends, and furry companions alike.

Step inside to a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that instantly lifts your spirits with it's bright and cheerful decor. Two cozy bedrooms and 1 modern bathroom welcome parties of up to 5 guests.

Soak up the sun on the expansive sundeck, perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails while enjoying the gentle Gulf breeze and Alligator Point's stunning sunsets.

Pet-Friendly Paradise - Bring your furry friends along! The fully fenced yard ensures they can roam freely and safely.

Just steps away from the pristine white sand beach, you'll have endless opportunities for sunbathing, swimming, beachcombing, and yes, dolphin viewing at Dolphin Reef.

Beds: 1 Full, 1 Twin over Full Bunkbed
High speed internet with WIFI, Smart TV's with Streaming Capability

Dog-Friendly, no cats. No Smoking.

This house rents from Saturday to Saturday. Advanced reservations are booked on schedule only.

High speed internet service with WiFi. Smart TVs.

Professionally managed by Harbor Point Vacation Rentals, L. L. C. Guests must sign rental agreement with management company.

Please ask about shorter stays or discounts on longer visits.

Please ask us about our hurricane and cancellation policies.

*VRBO has a habit of occasionally changing listing details without our input, and unfortunately, the check-in time is one of the items that tends to revert or display incorrectly.

Our standard check-in time is 4:00 p.m.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 826 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check-out time is 10 am EST. Upon check-out, please wash dishes and place trash in outside receptacle. Laundry should be for current day only and property should be left in an orderly condition.
Excessive laundry or cleaning time will be charged to credit card on file. Leave loose keys on the kitchen counter, lock all windows and doors and lock the door you are exiting with the lockbox key.
Please return the lockbox key to the lockbox before departing. Once you have locked the house, please call (850) 349-2696 and leave a voicemail to let us know that you are vacating the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

510496

Frequently asked questions

How close is Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand to the airport?

This vacation home is 42.4 mi (61-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi (5-min drive) from Alligator Point Beach and 11 mi (16-min drive) from Wilson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand to downtown Panacea?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Alligator Point.

Your Private Slice of the Forgotten Coast—Steps to Sand Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you being right in the beach was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025