Vacation Rentals in Pensacola and the Emerald Coast

Pensacola, FL, United States
8 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms

Private Pool! Downtown, Beach Close By!

Colorful. Unique. Fun. Private. Historic. An Oasis! This gem of a home gives you modern amenities, historic character, themed decor and artwork, all with spacious living and sleeping areas. Great for groups. The grounds feature lush landscaping, water feature, and a private pool just for you. Designed to be your retreat from the world if you'd like and your launch point to Pensacola Bay, Pensacola Beach, our bustling downtown, and the local brewery/coffee/wine/restaurant scene. 2 Roku TVs too!

Good to know

We're open to long term stays during the winter! Reach out for specialized pricing for multiple weeks or month long stays. What's on the Main Floor? (Living/Dining Areas, Kitchen, Coffee Bar, and 1 Bathroom) 1. Foyer/Entry Room: We hope you enjoy the vibrant welcome as you enter our home. It's a large space that gives you plenty of room to bring in and stage your bags upon arrival. Our favorite part is the Pirate painting! 2. Kitchen: You can enjoy cooking your own meals while staying here. We have all of the tools needed - an oven/cooktop with baking sheets, cookware, utensils, dishes, drinkware, etc, are all made available for you. We also have a microwave, toaster, garbage disposal, and dishwasher. The refrigerator has a filtered water and ice dispenser and the kitchen island provides additional seating. Publix is around the corner from us so you can easily get all of your groceries. 3. Bathroom: Toilet, sink, and clawfoot tub. Watch out for the Octopus while you're bathing! 4. Living Room: Sit back and relax in our large Victorian-vibe living room that has comfy seating, high 12 ft ceilings, beautiful chandeliers, and a bar area. The dedicated desk is the perfect spot for remote work where you can look for the special details in the fun, animal characters wallpaper. 5. Dining Room: Perfectly situated adjacent to the kitchen and living room, there's a pass-through (with shelving and a wine rack) to the kitchen. 6. Coffee Bar: Located off of the kitchen in its own nook, we have a great coffee bar that also features a charging station for your phones and devices. We LOVE coffee. Our coffee bar features a Keurig system with drip/k-cup options, a Nespresso for making those espresso drinks, a french press, and an Aeroccino milk frother (the easiest way to froth milk!). Mugs included too! 7. Tiki Room: This is the place to relax and chill while enjoying the large Roku TV. The TV is in guest mode making it easy for you to sign into any of your favorite streaming apps. We also have it connected to a Sony soundbar with a subwoofer. This room has a queen sleeper sofa and another huge couch that is one of the most comfy we've ever sat on. A separate split unit AC/heater allows you to independently control the temperate in this room. Be Savvy and Drink Rum is the motto on our sign in this room and from here, you can access the backyard paradise. What's Upstairs? (3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Laundry Room, Reading Room) 1. The Captain's Quarters: This large master bedroom features a king bed with a CertiPUR memory foam mattress (our favorite as well as guests who have raved about it!), a Roku TV, a chaise lounge, storage bench, dressers, and built-ins for storage and hanging up your clothes. The side tables each have lamps with USB charging capability and there's a private door to a covered front porch complete with seating for two. The attached updated private bathroom has an oversize claw foot tub (perfect for relaxing/soaking), separate shower, toilet, dual sinks and plenty of lighting and outlets. 2. The Pirate Room: The pirate room has a full bed with a CertiPUR memory foam mattress, an additional twin bunk bed, a chair with table, and a cozy seating/relaxing area under the bunk bed. A single closet and ample shelving gives you a place to store clothes and necessities during your stay. Look for the fun decor and books! 3. The Mermaid Room: This large bedroom features a queen bed with a CertiPUR memory foam mattress, a chair and ottoman, a closet, and direct access to a full bathroom (separately locked door for privacy). The attached bathroom also has a separate door to the hallway. Each side table also has a fun lamp that creates designs on the wall at night. 4. Laundry Room: We have a full laundry room with side by side washer and dryer units. There's storage/shelving and laundry pods for your use as well as other items. 5. The Reading/Play Room: This enclosed room/back porch is at the back of the home at the end of the upstairs hallway. Previously used as a painting, drawing space. Separately climate controlled (wall AC unit) and a purposely simple and quiet space for reading, relaxing, yoga, etc. Kids can have fun in the teepee and play with the large floor checker board game too. How about Outdoor Space? (our favorite) 1. Front Porch: Enjoy seating for 6 on our comfy patio furniture (2 benches, 2 chairs) that includes a table. We love sitting out here and enjoying a coffee on a quiet mornings or evenings and watching passers-by, neighbors walking dogs, etc. 2. Gardens: Take a stroll within our walled yard and enjoy the lush landscaping (summer), large water fountain feature, and paver/brick area. The wall around the front/side yard has built in lighting that turns on in the evening. 3. The Backyard: This area was made for entertaining! We have a picnic table eating area, a sectional with ottoman, a large pillowed egg chair, Adirondack chairs, and lounges. There's a propane gas grill with a prep table next to it. Grill utensils are on hand, too. The overhead hanging lights automatically turn on at night and help create a magical space. There is a pool house with a foosball table if you're looking for a little competitive sport time during your vacation. :) 4. The POOL: Take a dip and enjoy the pool on a hot summer day! No diving, please! It's NOT a heated pool for those traveling in the winter. We have it cleaned year round so it can be used during any season. This is a perfect set up for those doing daily cold plunges - invigorating!! *Note: The pool light does not work right now* 5. We do have a few spigots with hoses so if you have scuba gear that needs rinsing off, or beach equipment, feel free to use it. But please remember to turn off the water. :) **No-smoking, No-vaping Property** **Please no outside visitors or guests**

Other Details to Note

This is an old home with old plumbing. Please do not flush anything other than toilet paper. This is Florida. On our densely vegetated property, you'll see bugs, birds, frogs, lizards, and butterflies. There are also mosquitoes. You'll hear the chorus of frogs outside at night in the summer. We have large trees that provide great shade. You'll see twigs and leaves around on the deck/patio, etc too after rains/storms. We've provided an outdoor broom with dustpan and a small brush to clean up patio furniture if needed. Also, we have the pool cleaned twice a week but leaves/debris/bugs do get in the pool. There is a skimmer net in the backyard for your use to clean out any debris/leaves/bugs that inevitably get into the pool between cleanings. *Our pool light does not work* It also gets HOT in the summer. Our two central AC units in the home help keep the home comfortable in the summer, but definitely enjoy the pool to cool off when outside. Drink lots of water and use sunscreen often. Please review the beach safety tips we'll share with you if planning time at the beautiful beaches. Bring your beach chairs/tables/equipment as we don't have that available for use. Also, bring your life vests for kiddos for the pool since we don't have those on site. If you need recommendations for beach rental services, let us know! The 17th Ave Boat Launch is less than a mile away. Bring the boat, park it at our property, then launch it close by and enjoy!

Availability

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Pool Private or Shared
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

What this place offers

Common

  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Pool Private or Shared
  • TV
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub
  • Hot Water
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Pack ’n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fans

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • BBQ grill
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Free street parking

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Urban vibe, historic area. Historic East Hill is a special area near downtown Pensacola, Bayou Texar, and Pensacola Bay Bridge. Your whole group will enjoy easy access to the best that Pensacola has to offer. If you want to be close to the action downtown on S Palafox or Seville Square, enjoy a quiet stroll through historic neighborhoods and see some gorgeous/unique homes, be a quick drive to Pensacola Beach or the Bay, or just hang out poolside in the sun all day, you'll love it here. We love that we can just hang around at the house in the backyard and enjoy the sunshine in our private pool instead of going to the beach everyday! But if you want to get to the beach, we're close to the bay bridge which makes the drive to the beach super quick. Also walk or ride to small businesses nearby such as fashion boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, great breakfast spots, and one of our favorite coffee shops around!

Guest Access

Parking is easy. There's a long gravel driveway area on the west side of the home that fits multiple vehicles and even trailers or boats. There's also a brick paver driveway directly in front of the house. Please do not hit our mailbox. And please do not block our neighbor's driveway on the east side of the property.

Reviews

Rachel
March 2025 · Airbnb
We booked this home to stay in during our wedding weekend and it was everything we wanted and more, the home had so much character and was in amazing condition despite being an older home. We would recommend staying here to anyone coming to Pensacola!
John
February 2025 · Airbnb
We enjoyed our time at Drew and Bri's place. Great interior for such an old house. The home improvements are so that you have new complementing the old original design for each room. If you love the beach, it's the best location to the Pensacola Bay bridge.

Find Us

We love our neighborhood and all that is available nearby! Our home's location is rated as "Very Walkable" by WalkScore! From our home, you can take a quick walk to some great places like Publix, three neighborhood parks, Hot Spot BBQ, The Daily Squeeze Juice Bar, SoBo Boutique, Krispy Kreme, WaterBoyz Surf/Skate shop, Cafe Single Fin, Bagelheads, South Market, Gulf Coast Brewery, home decor shops, and gift shops. Even better, walking or biking to Palafox St is easy since it's less than a mile away! Try out the Bird or Veo apps to find scooters nearby....use those for a quick way to get around East Hill and downtown Pensacola. If you have a rental car (or several cars), parking is convenient at the home as you can park on the west side of the home where we have a large gravel driveway area.

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