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Discover a True Gem by the Sea surrounded by Grayton State Park and the Gulf

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Beach
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong
Terrace/patio
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Santa Rosa Beach (Gulf Trace), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Grayton Beach State Park and Blue Mountain Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Seaside Beach and 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Alys Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 3 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 5 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬3 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.

Discover a True Gem by the Sea surrounded by Grayton State Park and the Gulf

LaMer By The Sea, Gulf Trace, Grayton Beach, Florida.

This exquisitely appointed, art filled 3 bedroom, 3 bath home sleeps 10 and has its own limestone edged pool, teak furniture and full width screened porch with ocean and lake views. Discover a real jewel of a getaway. LaMer is a wonderfully designed and newly renovated Craftsman Home where you can leave the 'real' world behind with spectacular views of Alligator Lake, Grayton Beach State Park bird sanctuary and the breathtaking white sands of the Gulf of Mexico.

LaMer is your own private haven, nestled in a live oak grove, bordered by Grayton State Park. The views are stunning with the dunes and oak groves of Grayton Beach State Park, Alligator Lake with its creek to the Gulf at your back door. The only sounds are lapping waves and calls from the neighboring bird sanctuary.

Rediscover the peaceful solitude of old Florida walking among the grove of romantic twisted live oaks sheltering the private woodland path to the beach or watching the children play in the lake's always calm outlet to the sea. Adults and children can walk to the beach through the back yard never having to cross a single road.

This home offers the perfect location and the ideal design for vacation living. The inspired exterior appointments include cedar siding and shake, custom cherry double glass front doors, metal roofing, stylish exterior paint, circular drive with 'sit and chat' sun deck, large screened-in porch with lovely rattan loungers, dining set and hammock, all facing a sea of twisted oaks.

The interior accommodations are spacious and welcoming with enough room for ten. The porch and master suite balcony offer picture-postcard lake and Gulf views. Built-in window seats, book cases, a fireplace, an office nook, 4 TV's/DVD's and more. The home is both baby and kid-friendly with Graco pack-n-play, Peg-Prego high chair, booster seat, and kiddy chairs.

LaMer is beautifully set in a family-friendly neighborhood surrounded by Grayton State park teaming with wildlife and birds.You have easy access to the 19-mile bike path located at the entrance of the community, making Grayton Beach, Blue Mountain, WaterColor or Seaside only minutes away. All of this combined make LaMer a place that's luxuriously comfortable. Private, lushly landscaped swimming pool with teak furniture for the ultimate in relaxation.

Gulf Trace just passed a NO GOLF CART ordinance so please do not plan on renting one.




Keywords: LaMer by the Sea
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sherri Lamar

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Discover True Gem Sea House Santa Rosa Beach
Discover True Gem Sea House
Discover True Gem Sea Santa Rosa Beach

Discover a True Gem by the Sea surrounded by Grayton State Park and the Gulf Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, character filled home in best n’hood on 30A
Comprehensively stocked home and in the quietest part of 30A. The house is backed up against a state park affording gorgeous views especially from the upstairs bedroom. While the beach chair dolly was broke, I could only surmise from my correspondence with the owners that it is probably fixed or replaced already. Communication with Sherri was replete with helpful information as well as rec’s for area dining and activities. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., Flower Mound

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time staying in home
We had a great time and the house did not disappoint. Kitchen is stocked with every tool / dish you could possibly need. Our teens spent so much time on the screened in deck playing cards and eating their meals. Home has nice views, especially beautiful from primary bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Location on 30A
If your destination is 30A, then Gulf Trace is the best beach on the strip. I cannot speak for all properties in Gulf Trace, but this one exceeded my expectations. Some of the highlights: easy walk to the beach; very large, comfortable screened porch; master suite had incredible views of the gulf & lake; kitchen was fully loaded with any cooking item you may need; great space underneath with the ping-pong and all the beach chairs or toys you could ever use. You can literally just show up with your clothes...everything else is furnished. Love it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Birthday Weekend
We stayed at LaMer for a long birthday weekend and everything was perfect in the home and location with easy beach access. The home was spotless and well stocked including beach chairs and towels. The photos accurately depict the property: it’s a slice of beach paradise! We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

May M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vaca spot!
We had a great time. The communication was excellent with Wayne and Sherri. The house was perfect. We have a 1yo, 3yo, and 6 yo and they loved the fairy trail and all the toys in the kids bunk room. The pool was awesome even though it wasn’t heated - we still used it almost as much as the beach! Easter was crowded everywhere else but not here which we loved. The walk to the beach was short and easy for kids. The layout was perfect for us. We would love to return. Thinking of next year already!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Property was beautifully decorated, comfortable, and equipped with everything you could possibly need for the perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dewey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing vacation surrounded by nature
We just got back from staying at this beach house and we had a great time. My wife and I went with our two daughters and one of their friends. The neighborhood is surrounded by a state park so it is nice and quiet and there is plenty of nature to enjoy. We saw deer, a sea turtle, stingrays, sand fleas, fish, osprey, sandpipers… We got to enjoy a peaceful, natural environment and then ride bikes to restaurants and stores. It is only a short walk to the beach from behind the house and they provide a cart to help you get your things down to the shore. The girls loved playing on the beach and in the pool. The house has great views of the white dunes, Alligator Lake, and the ocean. The house is full of decorative elements which were great for playing “decoration scavenger hunt” with the kids when it was raining. We loved the house and the location. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House and Amazing Location
We couldn’t be happier with our stay in Grayton at Wayne and Sherri’s home. They were awesome to work with and made the booking process very easy. As others have said, you can truly just show up and start your vacation. They have thought of everything from beach gear to all the items you would need in a kitchen and more. We have stayed in Miramar the past 2 years and we were wanting a quiet neighborhood, a bike path and a less crowded beach. This location did not disappoint! The Gulf Trace neighborhood is like having a private beach. My teens rode their bikes, went kayaking and spent lots of time swimming in the pool when not at the beach. We loved the vibe of the house and it was fun to look at all the creative ways they have decorated their home. We are still talking about the Master bedroom and deck that overlooks the dunes and ocean. The pictures don’t do it it justice. We loved starting and ending our day there. We also made use of the loft sleeping bench when my great niece spent one night with us. She loved the toys that they had as well. Such a great use of space especially if you have a younger child you wanted to have close by. It was special to celebrate the 4th of July in Grayton. They had a fun parade in the morning and watching the fireworks from the beach was awesome! Lots of wonderful memories made and the house and location felt magical with the oak grove path, the dunes, the views and amazing sunsets. We hope to be back. It will be hard to find anything for future vacations to top this house and location. Many thanks, Dave and Carmen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We loved this rental!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane C., Tallahassee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family beach week
We have been coming to this area 30+ years and Gulf Trace neighborhood is hands down our favorite. Lamer ByThe Sea is an exceptional beach home. Beautiful setting, well planned with everything you could possibly need. We left today and are already planning another trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Grayton Beqch Getaway Home
The owner was so great to work with and quick to respond to any questions we had. The house was beautifully decorated and the views of the dune lakes from master bedroom deck and ocean view from screen porch were amazing. The owner had the house well stocked with anything and everything you could possibly need and the house felt so homey that it was truly hard to leave. This house is by far my place we have ever stayed and the best location ever. We are looking forward to another stay at this beautiful home. Julie
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book it! You will love it!
We spent an amazing week at LaMer over Thanksgiving! It was my husband and myself, my parents, and our two daughters ages 10 and 11. We have been visiting 30A for years, and we normally stay in Seagrove. We have biked through Gulf Trace and admired at how private and peaceful the neighborhood is. We loved being able to walk to the beach! We rented a golf cart and used it to drive to the food trucks and shops at Seaside, the restaurants near Grayton Beach, and even down to the Donut Hut. The home is beautifully decorated and has EVERYTHING you need for a comfortable vacation that feels like you're truly at home. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen incredibly well stocked, and the decor is just beautiful. We loved the screened porch! The views of the sunrise and sunset from the master bedroom cannot be beat! We are already planning our return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific home in a great location - perfect for reunions!
Absolutely loved staying here! We had a reunion and the house was perfect with all of the right amenities! Beach access was great and much less crowded than the ones in Seaside (just as beautiful!). Looking forward to renting this property on an annual basis! Thank you to Sherri and Wayne for being very responsive and welcoming hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable!
We were on a girls trip for a week. The house is everything we needed. The careened porch was our favorite spot. Thank goodness for such a comfortable sofa...that’s where I slept for 4 nights after dislocating my shoulder.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Something for EVERYONE!
Our extended family of 10 ranged in age from 7 months to 70 years and every one of us had a WONDERFUL experience staying at LaMer. The hosts, Sherri and Wayne, are very gracious to share their home and their amenities , and they are accessible when/if issues crop up. Every single one of us agreed that we want to go back to this property next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Threepeat.
This is the third time we have stayed at Sheri and Wayne's place. It is very comfortable. It is not a place I would bring little ones as it is very nicely decorated. Middle school and older. Its a short walk to the beach. It is very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fran C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A five star experience
A perfect home in a beautiful location. The owner has thought of everything. So comfortable and so charming. We enjoyed our stay immensely. We look forward to staying again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful LaMer
I can summarize the house in one word, PERFECT! The house has everything you could want and is beautiful. We enjoyed the views of the ocean and the lake, the pool, the screened in porch, the location, etc. The wagon, beach chairs, toys and towels were a great perk! We loved the quiet area and it was nice meeting the people who have been coming to Gulf Trace for 20+ years. The kids loved playing in both the ocean and the lake. They loved playing with all the other kids. We are completely in love with this area and will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The location was great with an easy walk to the beach. The house was clean and had several amenities and accommodations. The lake provided a great swimming option on the beach for the little ones on the days red flags were present. Overall wonderful experience! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H., Flower Mound

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a blast
Great home, communication with the owner was fast. Home has some great views from the screen in porch and also the deck off Master. the screened porch is so AWESOME! We spent a lot of time there. Pool is bigger than it appears in photos and worked perfectly. There is an outdoor shower for washing your feet off. Tons of toys and some chairs and umbrellas.... although we brought our own. Kitchen is well stocked with just about any cooking tool, pot or pan you could think of needing. Ice maker wasn't working when we were there but owner was trying....repairman was out 3x during our stay. I would definitely stay in this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house, hosts, and beach
I am so impressed by this space and the care taken by Sherri to make sure in advance that all needs were met. She was very communicative and easily available. The house is lovely and the area is the best Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were extremely pleased with Lamer. The property was spotless.
We loved this property and there was really nothing else needed that was not provided in the home. We definitely plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful getaway!
This is a home away from home. Unlike other houses we have rented, this house is comfortable and stocked with everything you need for your stay. The location is beautiful and quite unique as well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Creek made great water play option near ocean
House was very clean and the use of bath and beach towels was appreciated to save on packing. Easy walk to the ocean and the creek next to the ocean provided the kids a warmer and shallow option to play in. They enjoyed catching crabs and minnows. The pool was too cold for my kids to enjoy the first week of May, but as mentioned, the creek made a nice alternative that many beach locations don’t offer. The only negative about the house for us was the lack of curtains in the bedrooms which meant our kids woke early every morning because we are all used to blackout curtains. The view was beautiful and the home’s location made up for that. We enjoyed the Gulfarium and my mom really enjoyed the antiques in the historic home at Eden Gardens. Great week- thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness
High end, unique vacation home near everything!
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful beach home. It had everything we needed and more. In addition, the lake, short path to the beach and pool, we hardly left the property during our stay. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021