Nivel Del Mar with heated, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub & 6 Seater Golf Cart

Nivel Del Mar with heated, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub & 6 Seater Golf Cart #1
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Nivel Del Mar with heated, Saltwater Pool, Hot Tub & 6 Seater Golf Cart #1

About this rental

House (Sleeps 14)
2900 sq. ft.  ·   5 bedrooms   ·  3 bathrooms
  • Sleeps: 14
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Property Type: House
  • Minimum Stay: 4 - 5 nights
  • Living Area: 2900 sq. ft.

Largest private pool on 30A - 14,000 gallons of saltwater bliss! Nivel Del Mar - Spanish for 'Sea Level' - invites you to experience a vacation in paradise; 2 minutes from the Emerald Gulf Coast and soft sands of Santa Rosa Beach, this 5-bed, 3-bath vacation rental welcomes pets. Popular restaurants include Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar and Stinky's Fish Camp - just 5 minutes away. The must-see beach communities of Watercolor, Seaside & Grayton Beach are nearby too!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Discounted Golf Cart| Heated Saltweater Pool & Hotub | 2,900 Sq Ft | 1/2 Mile to Beach Access | 5 Bicycles

** For the protection of our guests, please note that this house is security protected with outdoor security cameras located at the Southwest & Northeast corners of the house, and in the garage. They do not face any interior living spaces **

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4: King Bed | Bedroom 5: Full-over-Full Bunk Bed | Downstairs Den: Queen Sleeper Sofa.

Offering beautiful surroundings and lush, tropical landscaping, 'Nivel Del Mar' sets the perfect environment for your next retreat to the Florida Gulf Coast. Stylish decor and furnishings highlighted by pops of beachy hues welcome you inside this lovely cottage home.

During downtime, unwind on the plush sofas of the main-floor living space and tune into family favorites with the 55" Samsung QLED TV. You can also head downstairs to the additional den space, pour a refreshing beverage at the well-equipped wet bar, and host a movie night around the room's 55" Samsung QLED TV. You'll love the convenience of having a wet bar that has a small refrigerator and there's a fridge in the garage along with a stand alone icemaker that makes 25 pounds of ice per day.

Head into the fully equipped kitchen and whip up a gourmet meal using top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and all the essential cooking utensils. Share tasty refreshments at the extended wet bar counter while the chef cooks then enjoy dinner at the modern, farmhouse-style tree slab table for your family feast!

Opt instead to cook outside and step out to the elevated, 15' x 30' Trex deck with Weber Gas Grill, overlooking the beautiful saltwater swimming pool, hot tub, and brick patio with a Weber charcoal grill. After your afternoon barbecue settles, head down for a swim in the 16' x 30' saltwater pool filled with 14,000 gallons of pure bliss. At night, keep the group entertained in this fenced patio space hosting plenty of seating and lounge chairs.

Perfect for a large family or group getaway to a tropical paradise, this home offers 5 comfortable bedrooms including a bedroom suite with a king bed, 2 additional king bedrooms, a queen bedroom, full-sized bunk bedroom, and a queen sleeper sofa. Imagine waking up in this one-of-a-kind destination, sitting on the front screened in porch with your coffee, swaying in the rocking chair, and listening to the graceful sounds of birds chirping and the wind through the palm trees!

-- THE LOCATION --

Relax throughout your stay at this exceptional beach cottage and make your vacation memorable by exploring all the best of Santa Rosa Beach, with a little something for everyone. 'Nivel Del Mar' is ready to provide the getaway of your dreams!

Enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, perfect for long days in the sand no more than a mile away! You'll find public beaches within a half-mile of the property, including Blue Mountain Beach, Ed Walline Beach, and Gulfview Heights - where you'll find the dune Draper Lake. The coastal dune lakes, so rare they only occur in a handful of locations around the world, offer a world-class paddling experience.

Explore endless bike paths through nature preserves and along the iconic Hwy 30-A, and to all the dining and shopping hot spots. With the right permitting, this is one of the few locations where you can host beach bonfires, an experience you'll reminisce over for years to come!

-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --

Key Residence Features:

- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and an extended bar counter, 2 separate den living areas, a wet bar, and two 55" QLED flat-screen TVs, 7 total flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, in-unit laundry machines, a spacious elevated 15' x 30' Trex deck with a Weber gas grill, huge paver brick pool deck space with a total of 8 chaise lounge chairs, heated 14,000-gallon saltwater pool, brand-new hot tub, high thread-count duvets on all beds, two car garage, driveway parking, and more...

- Picturesque Santa Rosa beach location with lush tropical surroundings - Head only one-half mile to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, explore local shopping and dining options and visit all the sites by utilizing 15 miles of bike paths along Highway 30A.

- Nearest Commercial Airports: Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport - 6300 W Bay Pkwy, Panama City, FL 32409 (~36.5 miles away) or Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), 1701 State Road 85 North, Eglin AFB, FL (~ 31 miles)

-- 6-SEATER GOLF CART -- A 6-seater golf cart is parked in our garage and is available to all our guest.

-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $225 per stay fee (3 pets max)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Please note that this house is security protected with outdoor cameras. They do not face any interior living spaces
- Under no circumstances is the maximum sleeping occupancy of 14 guests to be exceeded
- The pool can be heated for a $55 per day fee
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Parking in front yard is prohibited

Area Information

The Ultimate Guide to Florida's Hwy 30A.... Whether you know it as 30A, South Walton, SoWal, or you’ve never heard of it at all, this strip of Florida Gulf Coast is about to be your favorite new vacation destination.

If your checklist for a perfect beach vacation includes things like “friendly people,” “clean beaches,” and “small-town feel,” take a look at the Gulf-front beach communities of South Walton, Florida, in an area affectionately known as 30A for those in the know.

You may recognize 30A from the signature blue, white, and yellow stickers stuck on cars across the country, but now you know where the name comes from: East County Highway 30A, also known as Scenic Highway 30A, which stretches down the Florida Panhandle’s Gulf Coast from Grayton Beach to Rosemary Beach, passing through several charming beach communities along the way. This stretch of road on the southern coast of Walton County, between Destin and Panama City Beach, will lead you to your next great beach escape.

The scenery along this stretch of South Walton road is enough to make you want to pull over and take a second look, but its collection of communities will make you want to stay the night (or even the week).
Check out each of them below, or click on to see where to eat, what to do, where to shop, and where to stay on 30A:

Grayton Beach
WaterColor
Santa Rosa Beach
Blue Mountain Beach
Seaside
Seagrove
Alys Beach
Rosemary Beach

From Grayton Beach to Rosemary Beach, their charming accommodations, local food options, diverse shopping, family-friendly activities, and incomparable water views will captivate you.

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Amenities

  • Beds
  • 3 King Beds
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • 2 Double Beds
  • 1 Sofa Bed
Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Beach chairs
  • Bed linens provided
  • Bicycles
  • Free WiFi
  • Garage
  • Heated pool
  • Heating
  • Hot tub
  • Internet
  • Kid friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Managed by owner
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Patio or deck
  • Pets allowed
  • Porch
  • Private pool
  • Screen porch
  • Towels provided
  • Wireless internet
Appliances
  • Blender
  • Cable / satellite TV
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee maker
  • DVD player
  • Dishes & utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and board
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor grill
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke detector
  • Stove
  • Television
  • Toaster
  • Washer & Dryer

Other Vacation Rental Amenities

6-Seater Street Legal Golf Cart

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in 
Rate PeriodNightlyWeekend NightWeeklyMonthlyMin Stay
Mar 10 - Mar 31 2024
$575 4 nights
Apr 01 - Apr 21 2024
$550 5 nights
Apr 22 - May 12 2024
$585 5 nights
May 13 - May 23 2024
$595 5 nights
May 24 - Jun 03 2024
$850 5 nights

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Fees:

Pet Fee (Max 3 pets): $245
Cleaning: $475
Daily Pool Heat Fee: $60

Tax Rate: 13.50%

Notes:

50% deposit at time or reservation required to secure booking with balance due 60 days prior to check in. Check Out time is 9am. Check In time is 4pm however we usually get all our guests checked in between 1 and 2pm

Availability

Last updated March 28, 2024

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Map

Nearest Airport: Northwest Florida Beaches Intl Airport - 36 miles
Nearest Bar: Local Catch - 0.3 miles
Nearest Golf: Santa Rosa Beach Golf Course - 4 miles
Nearest Restaurant: Basmati's - 0.3 miles

Hosted by Ted Melcher

Ted Melcher

Member since 2019

Year Purchased: 2002

About the owner: Our story is similar to many others who vacation to the white sand beaches of the Emerald Coast and end up buying property. We purchased our first property in Tops'l in the early 1990's and one day in 1994 we decided to take a drive down 30A well before the area was discovered. We purchased a home in the old Gulf Place subdivision that we rented and managed ourselves. In 2002 when our youngest daughter graduated from college, we decided to pull up roots from the Nashville area and move to Santa Rosa Beach.

We found a lot one mile east of Gulf Place and custom built what is today Nivel Del Mar. After being "locals" for 15 years, we decided to move back to the Nashville are so we could be closer to our three daughters and five grandchildren. In 2017 we started sharing our home with vacationers across the nation.

Why this property? Nivel Del Mar is not your typical short term vacation rental as it was our permanent residence for 15 years. Even though our permanent residence is now in the Nashville area, we still spend three to four months each year at the beach. We close it down for rentals in January and February when we typically get construction and update projects completed. Over the last few years project updates in January and February include demolition of our 15' x 30' deck and stairs to our swimming . Pressure treated lumber was replaced with Trex which gives the feel of a brand new outdoor area.

The interior of our home has been completely repainted. Our upstairs exotic Australian Cypress floors were refinished. Our kitchen cabinets were professionally repainted. Our front porch was screened in. Our garage floor was professionally epoxyed. A hot tub was added. Electronic equipment is constantly updated. In other words, we want only the best for all our guests.

The subdivision where our home is located is a hidden gem. It's almost like living in the country yet you are steps away from the most beautiful beaches in the world. The lots in our subdivision are 2-3x's the size of your typical lot where homes are stacked close together. More importantly our home is one of only two rental homes so you won't find over crowded conditions experienced in many subdivisions where 75% of the homes are rentals.

Guestbook comments from the host:

Great place. In a quiet area of BMB which was nice but still close enough to multiple beach spots. Pool was excellent and enjoyed by everyone. House had plenty of room for 3 families. Owner was exceptionally responsive. New appliances and rugs and paint kept it fresh. Would stay here again.


Jun 2021

The house is breath taking! Absolutely stunning and exceeded our expectations! It easily accommodated our 3 families. The pool is amazing. If our kids could of lived in the pool they would of. The pool is such a nice touch and the perfect size! The house had everything we needed. It felt like home! From pots and pans to beach chairs. The little extras was nice & made it stress-free. The property manager Ted was easy to contact. If we had an issue he got someone there in a timely manner to fix it and if we had a simple question he was right there to answer. My family is so thankful for this opportunity to make such wonderful memories in this beautiful home! This is by far the best rental we have stayed in! Ted has thought of everything and made vacationing at this rental completely stress-free! This rental all together is way better than 5stars! We will definitely be booking again!

*This review was originally posted on Vrbo


May 2021

I loved everything about this house! The host was so communicative and helpful and easy to work with. The house had everything we needed, we particularly loved the huge pool area and the screened in front porch. Also the bikes were such a nice amenity! There was such beautiful plants and flowers surrounding the whole house, it just made it feel like paradise! 10/10 recommend.


May 2021

We just had a fantastic week in this home. We had 5 kids 2-11 and all were always entertained by the amenities inside and out. Short walk, bike, golf cart ride to the East and west ends of the Santa Rosa Area. Ted was amazing and super communicative. We look forward to visiting again in the future.

*This review was originally posted on Vrbo


Apr 2021

We very much enjoyed our stay for Spring Break. The house is spacious and lovely with lots of places to relax both inside and out. It was perfect for our group of four adults and four children. The large saltwater pool was definitely the highlight of the house for the little ones. It was nicely heated for this time of year and very clean/tidy. We used the grill everyday and the extra refrigerator space and ice maker in the garage were very handy! We enjoyed all the recommendations of the owner for food, beach and hiking. We would suggest getting a golf cart for the week. It came in very handy with the children and packing everything to the beach each day. They delivered the golf cart so it was there when we arrived and they picked it up the day we left. It was awesome.

Lovely home!


Apr 2021

Thank you Ted for providing such a beautiful and welcoming home for our family of six plus dog to celebrate Christmas this year. We could not have asked for a better setup, location and amenities. We loved riding our bikes, relaxing in the spa and lounging by the serene pool. We made memories at the kitchen table playing endless and often, hilarious family games. We were able to be safely together during these “unprecedented” times. I don’t think we could have asked for a better experience and are so thankful that we could have this time in your home in Santa Rosa Beach. Thank you for everything, we hope to be back someday!


Dec 2020

Would highly recommend! Beautiful home. Awesome kitchen to help cook from home. Pool is perfect size. Beach is a quick fun walk away. Kids loved the adventure!

*This review was originally posted on Vrbo


Sep 2020

We rented the house for a family vacation which meant for our 3 children and their families. We had ages 2 to 62 in the house for the week. We found that the house meet our needs fully. We used the down stairs for the teenagers and their parents. Upstairs was for me and my husband and the other 2 children and the small kids. We loved the pool and the hot tube. We sent allot of time on the front porch and the side deck. We grilled and cooked on the deck several nights throughout the week. The house is very nice and up-to-date on decor. We would definitely rent it again. I was able to contact the owner directly for any problems that came up.


Aug 2020

Everything was just as the other reviews stated. The beds were so comfortable as well as the rest of the home. We had a great location. The Blue Mabel has great food. We traveled all around Blue Mtn Destin and Panama City for great snorkeling.Everything went without a flaw. Ted was great to work with.The only bad part was having to return home.

*This review was originally posted on Vrbo


Aug 2020

The pictures of this place did not do it justice, it was much more beautiful in person. The décor was fabulous. The pool and hot tub were amazing. The location to the beach was very convenient and secluded. The house was well equipped with everything you need including umbrellas, beach chairs, and beach toys. Although there are houses right next door the fence and landscape around the pool area make it very private. Also, the fridge and ice maker in the garage was awesome. With all the amenities including TVs in every room and very comfortable beds it made for a very relaxing


Aug 2020

We decided on this home for our 2020 Family vacation because it would accommodate our large family, it did not disappoint. Also being pet friendly was important. Everyone was comfortable, plenty of room to move around. The pool was awesome. With such a large group , cooking at home was very imporant, the kitchen is well equipped to handle that. Our favorite feature is the large screened porch which was a great place to have morning coffee.

The beds are comfortable, plenty of baths and plenty of hot water. Very comfortable furnishings.

Ted, the owner, gave very good instructions to the use of the home and visiting the area. Although we had a few issues with the booking , we were able to resolve those with Ted.


Jun 2020

I have rented vacation homes throughout the US for many years, yet previously, I have not found a place that truly feels like home. Nivel Del Mar is in a quiet and lovely neighborhood a block from Hwy 30A; an easy walk to the beach; and close to shops and restaurants. The home is on a large lot with a beautiful lawn and gardens. The pool is amazing. And there is also a hot tub, all surrounded by a tropical paradise of palm trees and flowers.

The home is comfortable with furnishings one would chose for their own home.

I arrived to find a basket of treats; a selection of waters and juices; plenty of towels; comfortable beds; great TVs and the entire home is very well decorated.

I stayed for three months and could not have been happier. Nivel Del Mar truly feels like you are at your very own beach home!


Jun 2020

First time being away from home on Thanksgiving. But, this home made it so easy. It is everything you see plus comfort. Ease of getting to anywhere The house is spectacular. We found everything we needed at our fingertips. Clean. Inviting. My favorite spot is the enclosed front porch. The grandkids and I got up every morning and went shelling. It took us under 10 minutes to have our toes in the beautiful white sand. It is in a neighborhood. And the neighbor's are very friendly.

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in November 2019


Nov 2019

First time being away from home on Thanksgiving. But, this home made it so easy. It is everything you see plus comfort. Ease of getting to anywhere The house is spectacular. We found everything we needed at our fingertips. Clean. Inviting. My favorite spot is the enclosed front porch. The grandkids and I got up every morning and went shelling. It took us under 10 minutes to have our toes in the beautiful white sand.It is in a neighborhood. And the neighbor's are very friendly.

*This review was originally posted on Vrbo


Nov 2019

We had the perfect week in Santa Rosa for our fall break. First experience in this area of 30A and it is our favorite. Not too crowded, great restaurants (Stinkys and Shunk Gulley are favorites), fun shops, best Ice cream at Pecan Jacks. Beaches are beautiful and not too crowded. And we cannot say enough about this house — it was perfect. Very clean, beds slept SO good we want the same at home, the house is so roomy and comfortable, TVs in every room with all the channels and movies you could want plus sports channels too, the pool was one of our favorite areas to hang out, very clean and perfect size large pool, and everything was beautifully decorated. They also have a very well stocked kitchen with great appliances and two extra refrigerators in the garage. We loved this home so much we are booking it again for next year.My husband and I ran together every morning and we stopped at the health food store and had the best juice shots and smoothies. Our kids loved the fishing close by too. Ted the owner is the best. He is so responsive and makes sure you have everything you need.

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in September 2019

Regina T
Published October 22, 2019


Oct 2019

I CANNOT SAY ENOUGH ABOUT OUR EXPERIENCE AT THIS PROPERTY...THE PICTURES ARE EXACTLY WHAT YOU WILL FIND ... THE INTERIOR IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL...BUT THE SHINING STAR IS THE POOL...OMG..CLEAN, CLEAN AND CLEAN. ONE OF THE BEST POOLS OUT OF THE LAST FEW WE HAAVE RENTED. AS FOR THE OWNER, TED, HE WAS AMAZING . BEFORE WE ARRIVED WE WERE PLEASED TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL FROM TED OUTLINING NOT ONLY THE PROPERTY BUT ALSO WHAT AWAITED US IN SANTA ROSA BEACH AREA ....FOOD, ACTIVITIES, AND BEST BEACH ACCESS!!!!! NEVER BEFORE HAVE WE RECEIVED SUCH PERSONALIZED INFORMATION. DURING OUR STAY WE HAD JUST A COUPLE ISSUES WITH THE POOL BUT ALL WE HAD TO DO IS CALL OR TEXT TED AND HE WAS RIGHT ON THE ISSUE..EVEN CALLED HIS MAINTENANCE MAN TO COME OVER TO CHECK EVERYTHING OUT! WE FOUND EVERYTHING WE NEEDED FOR OUR VACATION TO BE WONDERFUL. THE BEDS MORE SO COMFY AND KITCHEN HAD ALL WE NEEDED. IT WAS ALSO A PLEASURE TO BE ABLE TO USE THE GARAGE TO UNLOAD AND LOAD OUR THINGS. WE DID TAKE TED'S ADVICE ON GOING TO SHRIMPERS SEAFOOD AND GETTING OUR FAVORITE GULF SHRIMP( NOTHING ELSE COMPARES) AND HAVING THEM STEAM IT FOR US...OMG IT WAS WONDERFUL! NO MESS TO CLEAN UP SO WE COULD SPEND MORE TIME ENJOYING OUR TIME IN THE POOL.WE HAVE SPENT TIME IN MANY LOCATIONS IN THE PANHANDLE BUT THIS HAD TO BE THE BEST HOME AND LOCATION YET! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU TO TED....WE WILL BE BACK!

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in October 2019

rebecca A.
Published November 12, 2019


Oct 2019

We spent the past 4 days here and couldn't have asked for a more positive experience. The home was immaculate, location/neighborhood was perfect, and Ted was fabulous to work with from the very beginning. We're looking forward to planning our next stay at this home soon! ??

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in August 2019

Jennifer G.
Published August 29, 2019


Aug 2019

We absolutely loved everything about this rental! We have stayed in the Destin area a few times, so it was nice to stay in a familiar yet new area to explore. Santa Rosa Beach is stunning and so is this house, both inside & out! The pool is a nice touch as well as the screened in porch that we enjoyed coffee in every morning. The owner takes great pride in his house and it truly shows, both with his communication and the condition of this house & decor. We would definitely stay here again!

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in July 2019

Brenda A.
Published August 7, 2019


Jul 2019

This beautiful vacation home really took our breath away! Seclusion and visually gorgeous landscaping at its finest. From the over-sized salt water pool, surrounded by mature palms and various tropical plants and trees to the tastefully decorated interior. This home was spotless from the inside-out. We typically vacation in Destin every year, not anymore! The traffic was minimal compared to the traffic jams in Destin. Ted was amazing from the beginning, giving us so many options from deep sea fishing to dining. Don't miss out on this vacation rental!!!

Thanks again Ted for your accommodating excellence!

natalie
Published June 20, 2019


Jun 2019

The property is gorgeous! The house is set up with 2 bedrooms, (bunk room + k) walk in shower bathroom, wet bar area and garage on ground level, 3brms, Kit, LR, DR, laundry, 2 bathrooms-1 master bath on an upstairs level with a deck and stairs out the back 2 be Dr s, to the pool. Our family had a wonderful time! We used the pool more than we thought and the saltwater pool was so nice. If I were to get a pool I would pick one just like this. We were only about a mile or so from the beach, (parking at the beach was a pain) but otherwise it went very well. The owner was very easy to work with, we had a problem with the big box ice maker in the garage but he is going to get that fixed. I definitely would pick this property again! We are a large family with 4 adult children and spouses and 5 grandchildren ranging in ages from 11 yrs to 15 months. We thoroughly enjoyed our time together and there. I would recommend that you book early because the availability will fill up quickly. Thank you Ted for a great vacation! Your house is beautiful! GOD willing we will be back! Sincerely Joyce Neun

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in June 2019

Joyce N.
Published July 17, 2019


Jun 2019

Myself and eleven members of my family stayed comfortably at this home. It was close to the beach, yet far enough away to not feel like your always covered in sand! The kids enjoyed the pool and the adults were always found on the front or back deck. All of the beds slept comfortably and the linens were great. We really felt at home while staying here, and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in June 2019

Jessica C.
Published July 17, 2019


Jun 2019

Large home with plenty of room for big families. Loved the pool and patio areas, indoor/outdoor surround sound system for music and TV. Great location near beach and dining!

Birmingham Gang
Published April 1, 2019


Apr 2019

The home is beautiful and spacious with so many gathering spots! The pool area is fabulous! The location was perfect for our family we could assess the beach easily on bikes! The owner was very attentive and replied immediately to any questions!

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in March 2019

Kathryn C.
Published May 8, 2019


Mar 2019

When you pull up you can tell that the owners take pride in the display of the home. It?s got everything you need to walk right in except for food. The entire house has an excellent speaker system that you can listen to music in every singe room. We ran into a little hiccup with the pool and Ted, the home owner, was super fast with getting it taken care of. The kids enjoyed the house as much as the adults. The dining room table was a great place for everyone to come together for food and board games. The birds at the bird feeder were very entertaining for the dogs. This place really has everything!

*This review was originally posted on HomeAway for a stay in February 2019

Jackie S.
Published March 13, 2019


Feb 2019

Jackie S.

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Excellent house and amazing backyard

Our family stayed in Ted’s lovely home for the week of Thanksgiving. The pictures don’t do this place justice. The house feels like a home - not a typical, bare bones rental. The kitchen is well-stocked, and Ted is a thoughtful host, leaving us a basket of treats. The beds are comfy and there was plenty of space for all of us (2 married couples and 3 teenagers). The spacious backyard is picture perfect and the front porch is a perfect place for coffee in the morning. It’s a short golf cart ride to beautiful beaches and ice cream. Ted is very helpful and quick to respond. We loved it here and would stay here again and again!

Stayed: Submitted: November 25, 2023

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Amazing vacation!

Ted is a wonderful host. We had the most amazing experience renting from him. The house is amazing. The pool was wonderful, also the golf cart was used daily.

Stayed: Submitted: October 06, 2023

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The entire family voted this was our favorite vacation in The States

From the first inquiry until the day after we returned home, Ted was quick to respond, checked to make sure we had a safe arrival and safe return home. His rental, which feels more like home is well equipped with top of the line appliances(TV's and Stereo through out the house), heated salt water pool,and hot tub. The layout of the home is perfect for two to five couples,or you can utilize the different levels to provide both children and adults with some alone time. Ted provides top of the line beach chairs, umbrellas and beach cruisers. The home is in a quite family oriented subdivision just a quick bike or golf cart ride to local eateries and shopping. Ted was so kind to list local hot spots and directions to most any place/event in the area. Our two pups enjoyed the nearby walking trials. As for my family, we will return as often as possible. Thank you Ted!

Stayed: Submitted: May 09, 2023

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Christmas Getaway

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with our family. It was absolutely perfect for a Christmas getaway. Your home was the perfect sanctuary and the hot tub was a wonderful treat! We instantly felt welcome and comfortable, from the gift box, to the Christmas decorations to Ted's recommendations of activities and restaurants. Ted was a fantastic host both before and during our stay. We cannot wait to come back! A 5 star rating for sure.. BTW our favs from your recommendations were Shunk Gulley for dinner, the Growler Garage for beer and Pazzo Italiano. Also, Goatfeathers had a great happy hour.

Stayed: Submitted: January 17, 2023

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Great Stay!

We had a great stay at Ted’s home. Everything is perfect. The home was perfectly clean and had everything you could possibly need. The fenced in pool area was wonderful for our two dogs. The beds felt like we were staying in a luxury resort or hotel. We will definitely be back in the future!

Stayed: Submitted: January 15, 2023

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Happy Thanksgiving!!

Great place. Pool and hot tub were perfect for this time of year Very hospitable if we had any questions or needed anything.

Stayed: Submitted: November 26, 2022

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Best Rental Experience Yet!

Right from the get-go this house seemed to be meant to be for our family. Ted (the owner) was extremely kind, flexible, informative and helpful. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The pool and hot tub were perfect and the fact the beach was literally right down the road made everything so convenient. A family member was able to bring her dogs, and it's very clear that dogs are welcome here, from the pictures on the walls to the little sayings on the plaques. The way the house was decorated just added to the beachy, island, homey vibe. Absolutely beautiful!!Fun fact and back to the 'meant to be' part, one of the bedrooms had these beautiful paintings that looked really familiar. After looking at them closer, we realized they are of Bermuda. All of our group either lived in Bermuda or had been there multiple times to visit. So random but totally perfect!We will most definitely be back. This has by far been the best rental we have had!

Stayed: Submitted: September 04, 2022

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Wonderful vacation all around!

This home was perfect for our family of 14! Kids ranging from 6 years to 14 years old and 6 adults. We had plenty of room and all the necessities plus some. The location was the perfect distance between the ocean and downtown. The owner is very polite and attentive to anything needed. Great home, highly recommend!

Stayed: Submitted: July 18, 2022

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Best Pool We’ve Ever Had!!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house accommodated three families perfectly. We had adults on the top floor and kids on the bottom.Pros: -Hands down best pool we have ever had. The hot tub was great for the cool / rainy evenings. -The owner was so easy to work with and very helpful. -The house was spotless and had everything we needed and more. -The layout was nice. Two living areas was great for kids -We stay at 30A every year and this was a great location to restaurants, stores and beaches. If you want less busy beaches be sure to turn right out of the neighborhood and get past condos. -The owner was gracious and let us use their chairs and beach toys.Cons (For a family with little kids): -We had to drive to the beach. Too far to walk with kids and all the stuff we had. If it were a small family or no little kids, the bikes are wonderful and would be an easy ride! -A Spiral staircase is the only stairs in the home. Wasn’t that big of a deal since there are stairs to the front porch and the deck. But you can also only access the deck from the bedrooms so that was a little interesting, but again not a big deal!Would we stay here again? Absolutely, if we didn’t have little kids and so much stuff. I just wish the access to the beach was slightly more accessible for OUR big crew with a baby and toddlers. I could see it being no big deal for others!

Stayed: Submitted: July 16, 2022

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We Felt at Home

From the moment we walked in, we felt at home in your beautiful house. We had everything we needed at our disposal. There was ample room for our two families - 6 adults and 6 kids ages 5 - 19. The pool was the big hit with everyone. We ate dinner one night at Goatfeathers and it was great. Thank you so much for opening your home to us. We would definitely love to come back. God Bless You! - The Nieves / Clark families

Stayed: Submitted: August 27, 2021

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Our Week Was Phenomenal!

Our week long stay was phenomenal! We had three families - 4 adults and 8 children. We all had plenty of space. The kids absolutely had a blast in the pool. The house is in a beautiful setting and was more than what we expected. The water here on the beaches is gorgeous compared to Gulf Shores and Dauphin Island. We plan to come back again with the children to enjoy this all. Thank you so much Ted! - The Ramer Bunch, Versailles, MO

Stayed: Submitted: August 27, 2021

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#1 Vacation House

My 5 grown children, husband and I spent the week at Nivel Del Mar. After visiting the areas of Seaside, Watercolor, Rosemary and Destin for many years, we all agree this is our favorite house and location. We enjoyed the fabulous pool, porches and quite neighborhood. The beds are all very comfortable and kitchen well stocked for our needs. The house was very clean when we arrived. We girls enjoyed all the art, pictures, do dads (birds on shelf, butterflies, lighted pictures over stairwell. The TV's were awsome. Yes this is our #1 vacation house. We will be back! Thank you Ted!

Stayed: Submitted: August 26, 2021

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Family Tradition

We began this family tradition of vacationing to Florida for a relaxing, peaceful, getaway years ago and to say we were pleased would be an understatement. The kids loved the pool, the location is amazing, and the house is outstanding. We were so happy to have been able to continue this tradition in your home!

Stayed: Submitted: August 26, 2021

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Thanks So Much

Thanks so much for a lovely week. The pool and beach were amazing. We had a great time and look forward to coming back. Thank you for your restaurant suggestions - they were spot on - The Vant]hose's and Calamitas

Stayed: Submitted: August 26, 2021

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Best Family Gahering Ever

Words cannot describe our stay at the Nivel Del Mar! The house had everything we needed to cook our meals, including outside grilling! We were very close to public beach access but the pool was truly wonderful for cooling off at the end of the day and playing water volleyball with our family! But the best part of all was Ted, our host, who was fantastic! He was always available if we had a question or needed something for our stay. Nivel Del Mar is the best!

Stayed: Submitted: August 03, 2021

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Outstanding!

I can’t express to you how wonderful this home is. In additional to the home, the owner, Ted, was so wonderful to work with. We’ve stayed at many beach rentals (mostly condos) and decided this year we would try something different. We’ve never been to Santa Rosa or rented an actual house and were a little nervous about both. As soon as we pulled up the this home, we knew it was something special. Everything was as it appears in the photos but better. There are so many personal touches that make it feel like a home and made it very convenient (2 refrigerators, a separate ice maker for those coolers, plenty of pool toys, bikes…….the list goes on and on). The location is perfect and we were minutes from everything. In addition to that, Ted offered a complete list of food recommendations, public beach accesses and parks and even had links and directions. We referred to this list the whole week and were never disappointed. He added such a personal touch and truly cares about making our stay very special. We will definitely come back - there’s satisfactory and then there’s outstanding - this place was beyond outstanding!!

Stayed: Submitted: July 28, 2021

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2020 Vacation

We decided on this home for our 2020 Family vacation because it would accommodate our large family, it did not disappoint. Also being pet friendly was important. Everyone was comfortable, plenty of room to move around. The pool was awesome. With such a large group , cooking at home was very imporant, the kitchen is well equipped to handle that. Our favorite feature is the large screened porch which was a great place to have morning coffee. The beds are comfortable, plenty of baths and plenty of hot water. Very comfortable furnishings. Ted, the owner, gave very good instructions to the use of the home and visiting the area. Although we had a few issues with the booking , we were able to resolve those with Ted.

Stayed: Submitted: June 21, 2020

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Home Away from Home.

I have rented vacation homes throughout the US for many years, yet previously, I have not found a place that truly feels like home. Nivel Del Mar is in a quiet and lovely neighborhood a block from Hwy 30A; an easy walk to the beach; and close to shops and restaurants. The home is on a large lot with a beautiful lawn and gardens. The pool is amazing. And there is also a hot tub, all surrounded by a tropical paradise of palm trees and flowers.The home is comfortable with furnishings one would chose for their own home.I arrived to find a basket of treats; a selection of waters and juices; plenty of towels; comfortable beds; great TVs and the entire home is very well decorated.I stayed for three months and could not have been happier. Nivel Del Mar truly feels like you are at your very own beach home!

Stayed: Submitted: June 08, 2020

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