Luxury 12BR beach retreat in Santa Rosa Beach! Sleeps 38 with private heated pool, arcade/game room, imported Italian furnishings & just steps from 30A’s sugar-white sand. Perfect for large families, events & retreats. Walk to beach, 1 mile to Gulf Place dining & shops.
Please SEE: Other Things to Note
*This is a no pet/animal home.
*Pool Heated by request, fee applies.
*Golf Cart Rental Partner Discount!
Palazzo by the Sea | Santa Rosa Beach | 30A Luxury Retreat for 38 Guests
Welcome to Palazzo by the Sea—a stunning 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom luxury beach mansion in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach along Florida’s iconic 30A. Perfect for large family vacations, reunions, retreats, and special events, this expansive estate sleeps up to 38 guests and is just a short stroll from the white-sand beaches of the Emerald Coast.
Step inside to find imported Italian furnishings, soaring ceilings, and a spacious open-concept layout designed for comfort and style. The fully stocked gourmet kitchen features multiple refrigerators, ice makers, and beverage coolers to keep everyone refreshed. Outdoors, enjoy the private heated pool surrounded by a 6-foot privacy fence—your own secluded paradise under the Florida sun.
Inside, guests will love the fully equipped game room with arcade games, a convertible ping pong/air hockey/billiards table, and a wet bar. Multiple balconies, a coffee station, and multiple laundry rooms add convenience for large groups.
You’re just a 1-mile drive from the shops and restaurants of Gulf Place and moments from the best beaches, dining, and family-friendly attractions in South Walton and 30A.
Highlights:
12 Bedrooms, 11 Bathrooms | Sleeps up to 38
Private Heated Pool with 6ft Privacy Fence
Game Room with Arcade, Pool Table, Ping Pong & More
Imported Italian Furnishings
Multiple Refrigerators, Beverage Coolers, and Ice Makers
Ample Parking (Garage + Driveway for up to 7 Vehicles)
Just Minutes from Gulf Place, Seaside, Blue Mountain Beach & More
High-Speed WiFi, Smart TVs, and Event-Friendly Layout
Perfect For:
Multi-family vacations · Corporate retreats · Weddings & events (fee applies) · Snowbird stays (winter rates available)
Ready to experience the luxury and laid-back charm of 30A? Book Palazzo by the Sea today and make your Santa Rosa Beach getaway unforgettable.
1st Floor:
King Bedroom with en suite bathroom
Massive two 3 car garage and enough parking for 7 cars.
Kitchen with stand alone ice maker, Dining room, Livingroom
Half Bathroom
Large Heated Pool
2nd floor:
Coffee Station with Mini Fridge.
Queen with balcony and hallway bathroom
King with balcony and hallway bathroom
King with ensuite Bathroom
2x Queen over Queen Bunks with ensuite bathroom
Laundry with 2 washers 2 dryers.
King with ensuite bathroom
King with sitting room and ensuite bathroom
3rd Floor:
Game room with Multi-Table that has ping pong, air hockey and billiards, video games and large mini bar with (2) mini fridges.
King and hallway bathroom
Queen and hallway bathroom
King with ensuite bathroom
Queen over Queen Bunks with ensuite.
King suite with pull out sofa with ensuite
We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. 850 Vacations by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.
• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.
Available for Events (See Other Things to Note for fees/terms.)
- Weddings
- Reunions
- Corporate Functions
- Multiple Family Gatherings
You’ll find that Santa Rosa Beach provides easy access to dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment. Guests have access to several beaches in the region! Bikes/Cycling or taking public transportation are alternate options (Major corridors in close proximity to South Walton include: I-65, I-55, I-10, and US Hwy 331). While you may be traveling by your/rental vehicle, if you need additional transportation or nearest airport information, we have you covered!
Traveling to/around Santa Rosa Beach, Florida:
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Panhandle Transportation Group, Miramar Beach Shuttle, Marcowhale Limo Shuttle and Tax Service]
• Uber, Lyft
• Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Coastal Cruisers, Fun Pug Bike Rentals, Runaway Rentals, Sweet Escape Rentals]
Airports:
• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) [35 miles north-northwest of downtown Destin]
• Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) [35 miles east of Destin]
Popular Landmarks:
• Grayton Beach State Park
• Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
• Shell Island
• Fort Walton Heritage Park and Cultural Center
• Deer Lake State Park
• Seaside Beach
Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines.
- All guests staying at an 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro (Portoro Homes) are required to sign (esignature) a rental agreement and complete identity registration.
- Age restrictions apply. Reservation holder must be 25 years of age.
- All guests must be included on the guest list and not exceed the maximum number stated on the listing.
- Upon arrival, we aim to ensure your safety, proper access to the home, and guest features. ALL guests are required to read the house manual upon arrival. Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro.
- Known damages incurred during your stay must be reported to the property manager immediately.
- Before check in, we will send you detailed directions to ensure a seamless arrival.
- Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 10:00 a.m.
- We cannot guarantee early check ins or late checkouts. When it is possible to check in early or check out late, there will be a fee for anything outside of a one hour window within our standard times. If your need for an early check in or late check out is great, your best option is to book an additional night.
- Parking: Information about parking will be noted in the check-in instructions received by the Guest prior to arrival.
- Some homes have cameras for external monitoring only.
- HOTEL TAX COLLECTION: In the State of Florida and in Walton, Okaloosa, and Bay Counties, all hotel and vacation rental hosts are required to collect hotel tax. We collect these taxes within the booking transaction.
- This is a No Smoking property. Penalty fees for violations will apply and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.
- This is a No Pets property. A daily rate fee of $150.00 will apply for violations and you may be asked to vacate the premises with no refund at the discretion of the Host.
- Golf Cart Rental Discount
Portoro has partnered with Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC to offer our guests 15% Off their golf cart rental! Contact details and pricing for Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC will be listed at the property and in your check-in details.
- Pool Heat Guidelines and Fee
Some homes offer pools/hot tubs. There is no guard around the water features when available. Use at your own risk. - If the Property includes an on-site pool that offers optional heating, you may request that the pool be heated for the duration of your reservation dates at an additional nightly fee of $75.00. - Please note: Pool heat is seasonal and only available for request October - May.
- Events/Weddings and Parties -- Guidelines and Fee
850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro properties may not be used for any unauthorized and unregistered events, weddings, and/or parties. A gathering may be defined as a party herein if (a) the number of guests on the property exceeds the maximum allowed guest count, (b) the noise level rises beyond what is reasonably dependent on the neighborhood and time of day, if specific Property noise information is not provided then quiet hours are enforced from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am, (c) there is a violation of local regulations or HOA bylaws, or (d) the actions of Guests are disruptive to neighbors. You must request a pre-approval event agreement from 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro upon booking should you wish to host a large gathering, wedding or event on the property. An event fee of $500.00 - $1,500.00 at the discretion of 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro. You are responsible for any and all required permits, licenses, insurances, and other event requirements from HOAS or local governments should an event be approved by 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro. Non-compliance of these rules and regulations may result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made.
Weather/Travel: Guest booking in seasons when weather conditions may affect their decision to travel understand they are choosing to do so in full knowledge of the season and agree that last minute requests to cancel or attempts to change stay/reservation dates in these seasons are not honored and no refund or reimbursement applies. 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro encourages guests to consider available 3rd party travel insurance options for their stays if this is a concern.
*Service Animals: 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to protect the rights of guests with disabilities to bring service animals (excludes emotional support animals) under the terms of The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a service animal to ease the symptoms of a disability (as defined under the above Acts), and have the Animal/Pet Fee waived, submit a request in writing to 850 Vacation Rentals by Portoro and include whether or not the service animal is required because of a disability as well as what work or task the service animal has been trained to perform. Any unauthorized animals/pets at the property will result in a $150.00 per day / per animal/pet fee, and may result in your reservation being canceled, and you may be required to vacate from the Property.