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Herons Watch 5101
Herons Watch 5101
Herons Watch 5101
Herons Watch 5101
Free Activities Program through Xplorie

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 691.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Seagrove Beach East
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets!

5101 in Heron's Watch is a convenient 1st floor condo with relaxing neutral finishes, comfortable furnishings, and a crisp white kitchen. And, this corner unit is located just a few steps from the complex pool. You'll love this 2-bedroom modern beach retreat that can comfortably sleep up to 6 guests. With a location that makes it walkable to dining, shopping and the beach, this home-away-from-home features everything you need to have an amazing 30A vacation

Sleeping Arrangements:
Bedroom 1: King bed with, TV and private bathroom. Tub/shower combination.
Bedroom 2: Queen bed with TV. Shares hallway bathroom with shower.
Sleeper sofa in living room

Beach Access:
Head down 30A to Lakefront Road. Take Lakefront to Beachfront Trail and you'll find Walton Dunes Beach Access
Distance: .8 miles | Time: 15 minutes walking, 4 minutes biking

Heron's Watch:
Heron’s Watch is a beautiful gated complex in Seagrove Beach near Eastern Lake. Enjoy the private pathway to access Eastern Lake for paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing. There's even a place to rent kayak and canoes right next door at Yellowfin Ocean Sports. Grab your gear and you can paddle or kayak your way from Eastern Lake right to the Gulf waters. The complex backs up to Point Washington State Forest for ultimate privacy and relaxation. Grab a lounger and relax by the pool with a cool drink. Have a picnic on the lush green lawns after you grill up a BBQ feast on one of the community grills. You're minutes from everywhere you want to be at Heron’s Watch.

You can't be the location when it comes to food. You're within walking distance to great local favorites for lunch and dinner not to mention coffee and donuts. Enjoy the relaxed environment surrounding all the options at Coastal Dune Co. Grab a fresh catch at Buddy's Seafood Market, or dine in at Old Florida Fish House.

Seagrove Beach:
Feeling adventurous? Rent a bike and jump on the 20-mile Timpoochee bike trail that runs right around the corner from the complex. Visit famous Seaside and Grayton Beach State Park to the West. Head East and discover more of Seagrove Beach plus the wonderful coastal communities of Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Enjoy exploring the boutique shops, fabulous restaurants, and beautiful state parks in each of these communities.

Your stay at Heron's Watch 5101 comes with Xplorie’s best activities! one ticket per day, per activity! (over $800 in nightly value) Tee off at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, zip through Baytowne Adventure Zone, and sail on the Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise. Enjoy Big Kahuna’s Water Park, Black Light Mini Golf, and scenic bike rides with complimentary rentals. Explore 30A with ease and adventure!

* Sorry, no pets allowed.
* Parking for 2 cars.

A Benchmark welcome bag and initial starter kit of amenities are provided for all guests. For the kitchen this includes: 1 roll of paper towels, 1 dish sponge, 1 dish soap, 2 dishwasher pods and 1 liner in each trashcan. For each bathroom it includes: 1 roll of toilet paper, 1 set of soap/body wash/shampoo/conditioner/lotion. For towels you will receive: 1 body towel/1 washcloth per guest and 2 hand towels per bathroom, plus 2 washing machine pods.

Property manager

Benchmark Management
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Seaside Beach - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Alys Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walkable to Dining, Shopping, Beach, Sleeps 6 + Free Attraction Tickets! located?

Located in Seagrove Beach, this condo building is steps from Eastern Lake and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Seaside Beach. Deer Lake State Park and Seagrove Beach East are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Awesome property, fantastic communication

Benchmark did an amazing job communicating ahead of, and during, our entire stay. The property was perfect for our group. Super convenient location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luiselvic M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Just a few minutes from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lora M.

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

Fun trip with kids!

We enjoyed the location of the property. It’s relatively close to Grayton Beach State Park, Seaside, Grayton but still feels like you’re away from the crowd at night. The property was clean and we had no issues. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

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

Last minute spring break trip

Easy to book. Great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lia M.

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

Awesome place!

This was a very cute decorated condo, the location was great, walking distance from Old Florida Fish House and some other cute sops, coffee places and ice cream places. Very good overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annalesca Iris R.

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

Amazing!!

My sister and i celebrated our bday together her 53 me 61 the place was clean smelled cleaned and to boot the staff was amazing and sooo friendly from texting me to ask if everything was ok and if i had any question to contact them yes i will most likely come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

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

Perfect week near the beach

Nice quiet community, we drove most days to beach which is perfect for us, wouldn’t say you could walk to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noriko W.

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

Best stay at a short-term rental

Everything (appliances, fixtures) were clean and new. The process was clear and smooth. I couldn't ask for more, it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Greg H., Vienna, WV

May Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as expected. Definitely would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great condo

Great condo. Clean and very comfortable. A little bit too far from the beach (espy since the beach parking lot has room for 10-12 cars) the walk was not too terrible for us but not ideal for families with small children
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry O., 48324

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

Early Spring break

Condo was clean and up to date with furniture and cooking and dining utinsils
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Steven and Valarie F., Pearland, United States

Lovely Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at this lovely condo. The location was convenient to the beach we like to drive to and many awesome restaurants. The condo was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked with dishes and the washer/dryer came in handy. We felt safe in the area. We would definitely stay again and would recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emmy T.

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

Mother-Daughter Getaway

We had a lovely time in our favorite neighborhood. This is the third time we have chosen this complex and it's for good reason. So convenient to everything. This unit has the most comfortable beds and pillows. Very straight forward (nothing superfluous) and easy to settle-in to. There is very little privacy in this unit because of it's location & my only negative is that no coffee was provided. I would have loved to have had at least 1 or 2 to start our first morning after our late arrival the previous day.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

Great condo!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was perfect for our family. The pool was quiet and just steps away from the back door. It was a great location and the complex was great. The only complaint we had was that the windows did not have curtains up and the front bedroom was very bright first thing in the morning. It was clean and freshly updated. The kitchen was well stocked and close to the Walton Dunes Beach Access.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Lia M.

Good find!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great place, very affordable and in a very good location. The management company was beyond great, especially that we had a more delicate situation where our previous accommodation didn't work and we needed to find something urgently, they were very helpful. My only concern about this unit was the pretty soiled carpet from the bedrooms and the area rug in the living room, other than that very nice place with very comfy beds.Thank you!
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8/10 Good

Hollie A.

Nice condo

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: kitchen was well stocked with dishes and pans, coffee pot, toaster, etc.Great location, walk out to pool and 1st floor.Received text from one number and couldn't respond had to use different number. Made it a little difficult. instructions came to one, then used other to text. Said number no longer used, but kept getting text from number. Only draw was room had trash on floors partially under bed and dresser. Master bathroom had not been cleaned well. toothpaste still in sink. Over all very nice. Would have like to have had extra blanket/throw...thin bedspread. I Just like covers.
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10/10 Excellent

Greg H., Vienna, WV

May Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as expected. Definitely would stay here again.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Hollie A.

Nice condo

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: kitchen was well stocked with dishes and pans, coffee pot, toaster, etc.Great location, walk out to pool and 1st floor.Received text from one number and couldn't respond had to use different number. Made it a little difficult. instructions came to one, then used other to text. Said number no longer used, but kept getting text from number. Only draw was room had trash on floors partially under bed and dresser. Master bathroom had not been cleaned well. toothpaste still in sink. Over all very nice. Would have like to have had extra blanket/throw...thin bedspread. I Just like covers.

10/10 Excellent

Tina L.

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

Spring getaway

The condo at Heron's Watch worked for our party of three. We wanted to get away from Ohio and love the 30A area. My husband and I worked remote during the two weeks we stayed We took many1/2 days of vacation plus with the time difference we were off work by 3:30pm., so we had plenty of time to do the things we wanted to do. We visited Seaside, Rosemary Beach, 30A Farmer's Market in Rosemary Beach, Grayton Beach, The Hub, Grand Boulevard and of course the beautiful beaches. For beach days, we utilized the Santa Clara Regional Beach access. It was about 6 minutes from the condo and had parking and restrooms. The pros about the place; nice furnishings, quiet complex, easy check-in/check-out process, and great location. Some suggestions: the carpets in the bedrooms and rug in the living area needs cleaned. Both are very dirty. Also, one of the reasons we book a place with a kitchen is to use it, so please leave some space in the cabinets for grocery items since there is no pantry. We had to rearrange things in the cabinets to make room. Plus, there are way too many cups/glasses and bowls. I think we counted at least 80 cups/glasses and more bowls than necessary. All in all the place worked for us. The condo complex is next to the Old Florida Fish House which has an amazing atmosphere and food. We walked to dinner three times. You can also walk to a coffee house and a place to get ice cream (even though the Blue Mountain Creamery is better). We visited the Shops of Grayton and discovered the Black Bear Bread Co. The pastries were amazing. We went back several times and tried several different things. Also we saw a real black bear one night on our way back from the Perfect Pig in Gulf Place. We were not expecting to come to the beach and see a bear.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Brandon C.

Last minute vacation before back to school

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very clean and very functional with lots of storage for items. We liked having the pool right outside our room. Overall, it was great. Things to keep in mind... The beach is a pretty long walk away with parts not having a sidewalk. With children, this was something that played a factor for us. We had a wagon to pull our beach stuff with. The other thing was dealing with people above that you could hear all their rustling and footsteps/kids running. If you want to shop and get parking, it was a bit of a chore. The local areas near the beach charged for parking and there were a lot of people. One day we drove to Panama city and there is much more shopping opportunities there. We went to Destin twice to do activities there and eat. We have stayed at a lot of different places along this area of the gulf and this was the clearest water we have ever seen. We seen lots of stingrays in the morning and dodged jellyfish in the afternoon. Overall, it was a great time, but in the future since we have kids we would probably stay closer to more activities.
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8/10 Good

Andrew H., Washington, District of Columbia

Nice condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice condo, right next to the pool. Appears to be newly renovated. Well-stocked kitchen, and the furniture and beds were really comfy. Location is quiet and feels secluded but it is quite a walk to the beach, so bikes or cart would be preferred. Management company is hard to get hold of if you happen to have any issues. I had some small ones and they were non-responsive. Not a deal breaker as the issues were small, but still...

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great setup in a great place

This place made our stay easy and fun. It was comfortable and clean, and had everything we needed. Looks better in person than the reviews, and convenient to some local shops and restaurants on foot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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