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🏖️ The Surf Shack | Gulf Views + 30 Steps to Beach | Budget + Pet-Friendly 🐾 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Is 🏖️ The Surf Shack | Gulf Views + 30 Steps to Beach | Budget + Pet-Friendly 🐾 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Q: Where is 🏖️ The Surf Shack | Gulf Views + 30 Steps to Beach | Budget + Pet-Friendly 🐾 located?

Located in Villa Primera, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Pensacola Beach Beaches and Santa Rosa Sound. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Quietwater Beach are also within 15 minutes.

8/10 Good

maggie r.

26 July 2025

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Great stay … it’s a small space. The location is perfect !!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

21 April 2025

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Wonderful Cottage

Very much enjoyed the stay / location was great with view of beach .

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fileesha B.

31 July 2024

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Great girls weekend

Great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

10 October 2024

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

Great property as described

Great location to beach and restaurants. Interior space small but well appointed. Outdoor deck space is great.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torie H.

22 December 2022

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Sweet

Sweet location, just right for two. Wonderful clean beach!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

28 March 2023

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

Wonderful

Location, location, location. Close to everything yet quiet neighborhood

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

3 July 2023

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Surf Shack

We really enjoyed the property, it was very nicely decorated and super cute. Perfect distance to the beach!! It was the perfect size for our family of 5 and we really enjoyed the double decks- it provided so much more space. Laundry was also a plus to have. We prefer a bit more privacy on our vacations and we had just that!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

20 July 2023

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

Perfect little place!

This little house is just as described - it is small! It could be difficult for some to get up to the loft area. Our son is 24 yrs old and 6' tall, the spiral stairs were manageable for him, but a little awkward. That being said, he slept in the loft area - found it very comfortable and enjoyed having his own space. The master bedroom was super comfortable. The place was clean and the AC kept it nice and cool! The wi-fi was spotty at best, but it didn't bother us. This house was perfect for us - we planned to be on the beach or out-and-about every day, so the size of the unit wasn't a priority to us. The location is amazing - we saw fireworks and the Blue Angels from the deck. Beach access couldn't be easier and an easy walk to restaurants and the trolley stop. We enjoyed every second and would definitely stay here again! Thank you!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Regina H.

13 September 2021

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication, location

Ouch! Omg it's hot in here!

Bedroom was like an inferno. The add didn't say the access to attic was so small that you couldn't put your suitcase up the pole. For children only! The worst thing was the sand stickers. Poor puppy cried every time we tried to take him out. He is a long haired dog and they were very painful. We drove back home the next morning because it didn't work for us.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mark F.

22 April 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

This place is definitely a Shack!!!

This was definitely nothing like the pictures. We knew this wasn’t going to be a four star stay but, the place was very dirty and old, it truly is a shack. Even the maintenance guy along with other property managers agreed this is not a very good place. It’s the ugliest and shabbiest place on the street. We were both so upset we refused to stay and ended up staying at another place instead. The property manager offered another place but it was not much better. We paid a hefty price this week and we are both shocked that VRBO would not refund our service fee of $218. Very disappointed!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy M.

6 October 2022

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Great location

Nice shack. Nothing fancy. Very small kitchen with limited counter space. No curtain on kitchen window so if anyone is staying at the hotel next door they can see you from their balcony. Also this makes the kitchen quite warm with sun hitting it. Great bed and art work. Loved the top deck except the outdoor lights on the side of the top deck did not function. Didnt use the upstairs loft. Stairs were too narrow and a bit dangerous to traverse. I hit my head on the metal stairs one time when trying to access the thermostat. Ouch! Loved that it was a short walk to the beach and that there was an outdoor shower for rinsing off the sand. Although it is pet friendly there is no place for the doggos to do their business due to so many sand burs! I think the property could use some lawn maintenance. The local fauna was overtaken by weeds and sand spurs. We still had fun. Clearest water, white sugary sand. So many jelly fish near shore though. We saw dolphins from the beach. We went to the dog beach and water was pristine and beautiful and only spotted one jelly fish.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

6 July 2022

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

Great Location

Perfect place for our family of four. Our boys loved the upstairs portion of the Surf Shack. The beach is right across the street. Take the sidewalk in between the two houses on the other side of the road or the beach access by the hotel right across the street. Walk to the convenience store if you need something. Good restaurants right across the street. The upstairs deck has a great view and the downstairs deck provided some shade. Air conditioning was nice and cool. Wifi was great. Will definitely book again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrey T.

17 June 2022

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Clean and so close to the beach!

My family loved this place! It was so nice to just walk across the street to the beach.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Kelly L.

31 May 2022

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Nice time!

Need alittle more cooking pots, not sure if I was responsible for bringing more paper products such as toilet paper. Had one roll in each bath?

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephan N., Lake Wylie, South Carolina

22 April 2022

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

Great location and very nice beach "shack"

Perfect for a couple or small family (child needs to be old enough to climb the narrow spiral staircase) - our teenage daughter didn't want to leave the loft. Great communication with management company through text. (We had a minor maintenance issue that was corrected very quickly while we were at the beach.) Great location - can see the beach and hear the waves at night. (Can see both bay and ocean from the little loft). It is just past the last hotel so the crowds thin out on the beach right at the house, but it's still a short walk to restaurants, bars, gift shops and convenience stores. We loved our time there and would return.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

9 April 2022

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

Small, but great location

This was the perfect property for my husband and I, our two kids (11 and 13), and our small pup. You’re within walking distance of the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and across the street from the beautiful beach (note: not one of the two dog beaches) as well as small cafes and shops. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again at this property as well as book with Vrbo/ Gulf Coast Getaways.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Katherine V.

4 April 2022

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

Great location, all we needed

We decided on a last minute week away before my husband returned to work plus bring our dog, which of course is always hard at the beach. However, my husband found this one and we immediately booked. The location was GREAT. You hear and see the beach from the upper deck, easy walk to restaurants, liquor store, dog friendly neighborhood, etc. The only issue we had with proximity to bars / restaurants was the live music bar that played music on Friday night until at least 1am, but the music was nice to listen to. :) We were leaving Saturday morning so we took note of it which may not have been the case if we were in town until Sunday. The king bed is very soft, I'm more of a firm bed kind of person, but still slept very well. My mother in law slept upstairs and navigating the staircase was interesting but thankfully she could use the lower level bathroom when she wasn't upstairs. The kitchen had all that we needed. It is a tight space, but felt there was adequate counter space. The freezer of the refrigerator worked really well plus there was an ice maker in the lower level refrigerator, there is a keurig and toaster, plenty of plates, coffee cups, regular cups, utensils, etc. We did run the dishwasher at least 3 times since we did make food frequently in the house. The main living room couch was rather comfortable and still offered a great view of the beach. I genuinely loved ALL the windows, it offered a view of almost every angle around the home. The AC worked really well, but did have to close some vents to divert air to the bedroom as it did get a little stuffy. I also loved all the counterspace in the bathroom so we could lay all our items out and not feel cluttered. There were plenty of bath towels provided. There are also some older beach chairs in the lower level storage and was helpful to have an additional chair. The washer and dryer was a great add! I used it at least two days and it helped us lighten our to dos once we got home since all our clothes were clean. The lower level deck offered a place to get out of the sun during hot portions of the day plus be with the griller while cooking. The only issues we had was the internet didn't work, but we bring our own internet (so no issue), the upstairs sink had a leak from the left pipe, and we noticed on the last day that the kitchen refrigerator had standing water under the drawers. It was a great spot for what we wanted and needed. We'd definitely be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

callie c.

21 March 2022

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

Little piece of heaven

Location was amazing! Water views from all vantage points. Perfect size house and decorated tastefully. Second story deck made for amazing mornings and easy star gazing at night.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

7 March 2022

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

Nice place

Good place to stay

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

3 March 2022

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Our trip

The house itself is a great location. Could use a little cleanup on the outside property. A fan would be nice in the bedroom and sheets that actually stayed on the bed. The upstairs is really only suited for children. Outside was a little spooky as there is overgrown areas that make it extra dark.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

17 February 2022

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Good Time 02/2022

Nice Little Beach Shack!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

25 October 2021

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

Great house, views and beach!

Beautiful, quaint house with beautiful water views and quick access to a gorgeous beach. Great for couple’s getaway or small family vacation! Checks all the boxes!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ale Y.

14 September 2021

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Just right.

Perfect getaway. Best location. Just right. Will. Be. Back.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walter J., Duluth, GA

7 September 2021

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Beachin'

Clean, comfortable, cozy, and relaxing getaway! Recommend for One Couple only! Narrow spiral staircase to loft area is best for use by responsible teenagers (do not recommend for small kids-fall hazard). Extra keys are in the laundry room. Nice deck to look out over the beach & gulf and even have a glimpse of the bay looking towards the north. Good place to enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails. The best access to the beach is two houses west as it has a walkable mat which is great for wheel carts. Enjoy Your Stay!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

24 July 2021

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

Great stay

Very comfortable. Great location.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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