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Nestled on the peaceful sound side of Pensacola Beach, Idle Wave offers a serene escape from the world. With a private balcony, solarium, and Gulf views from its second floor balcony off the living room, this condo promises relaxation. Unwind in your spacious primary bedroom or explore culinary adventures in its fully equipped kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views

  • TWO Gulf-View Balconies • Heated Pool • Gulf & Sound Access • King Suite • Family-Friendly

    Enjoy a relaxing stay at our spacious 3-level Pensacola Beach condo, perfectly located near Fort Pickens and Park West Snorkel reef with direct access to both the Gulf and Sound side beaches. Designed for families and groups of up to 8, this waterfront retreat combines beautiful views with comfortable, easy coastal living.

    Highlights include:

    Two private balconies with Gulf views
    Direct beachfront access
    Heated community pool
    Chef’s kitchen & dining room with plenty of space to gather
    Primary suite with Jacuzzi tub
    Fun bunk room for kids or extra guests
    Quiet location near Fort Pickens and Gulf Islands National Seashore
    Easy access to restaurants like Grand Marlin and Peg Leg Pete's, the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, and local attractions

    Whether you’re spending the day on the sugar-white sand, enjoying sunset views from the balcony, or winding down after a beach day, this condo is a comfortable home base for your Pensacola Beach getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We follow our cancellation policy and recommend travel insurance. Rental agreement and security deposit required for all reservations and stays.
Amenities may be unavailable due to weather, hurricanes or repairs. Availability is not guaranteed. Guests must follow all HOA and community rules.
Age 25+, ID required, primary guest present. Respect quiet hours 10pm to 9am, supervise children, no items on railings, pool use at own risk.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Pensacola Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Saenger Theatre and National Museum of Naval Aviation are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Cordova Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pensacola Bay Center, or consider a night out at The Sabine Sandbar. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Pensacola Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with white sand, ocean waves, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
    Santa Rosa Sound
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A beach with white sand and tall grasses leading to the ocean.
    Pensacola Beach Beaches
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal road with beach huts and a parking area.
    Gulf Islands National Seashore
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Park West On-Leash Dog Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pensacola Dog Beach West
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station
    26 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crabs We Got 'em!
    6 min drive
  • Circle K
    6 min drive
  • The Dock
    6 min drive
  • Peg Leg Pete's
    18 min walk
  • Sandshaker Lounge & Package
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pensacola Beach condo building is just steps from Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Steps to Gulf & Bay, Water Views Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and unit was perfect. Surprised my wife for her 70th bday and had room for our two older children and two grandchildren for the surprise! Unit is laid out for the perfect family or friend gettogether! Katrina our host was super responsive and accomdating!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful well appointed and spacious condo with beautiful beach and water views. Exceeded expectations on every level.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jarrod B.

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

Great place on the beach

The property was great. Clean inside and out. The host was very easy to communicate with. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JULIE and MIKE H.

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

Sunset Splendor

Our stay was with 3 generations and it was perfect! We adults enjoyed all the indoor "sun" space and our great grandchildren loved their room. The beach is right there to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Beautiful condo w awesome view

Beautiful condo has everything from view to location to comforts. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C. M.

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

Perfect for 3 Generation Family Vacation

This is a beautiful condo with amazing views of the Gulf. We brought my mom with us and the loft area was perfect for her. We love being able to walk to the beach. The kitchen and bathrooms are stocked better than most places we have stayed. Can't really walk to anything besides the beach but the drive is short.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our stay. The ocean view was wonderful. The condo was very nice and clean. We loved the clear water and white sand! Very relaxing to be on the beach during the day and play Uno in the evening and enjoy the view. We would also go watch the sunset from the canal. We loved it! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Good host, clean condo

The condo was very clean and in a good location for families. We have small children and it wasnt too crowded. We stayed the first week of August and the sound was actually more rough than the gulf side. But the location was great so the beach wasnt too crowded. Communication was great with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Bibek A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the entire condo had everything we needed but we were there a short time so no shopping.Idle Wave was a wonderful place to stay. We appreciate that it was as advertised. Thank you for the pleasure of staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamika A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Check-in was smooth and seamless. Host was quick to respond. Listing was 100% accurate. We'll definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Josh D.

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

Pensacola stay

Great place for a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Pensacola Summer Fun

We had a great stay! The location was great, was very clean, kitched was stocked, and beach equipment to borrow. Katrina was great to work with and quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a GREAT spot for a beach fix! The home and view was BEAUTIFUL. We were overly impressed with the hosts accommodations and responsiveness!! We have a family of four and had access to everything we needed for a relaxing and fun trip! THANK YOU!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Idle Wave was fantastic! The property is clean, nicely furnished and provides a beautiful view of the Gulf. Everything you could possibly need for your stay is provided, including beach gear and every detail has been attended to. Our teenage sons and their friends enjoyed the downstairs area while my husband and I occupied the loft area. We could not have asked for better beach access to both the gulf and the bay. We would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tia T.

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

Family Vacay 2025

We enjoyed our stay! The loft floor and the stairs leading to it are not child safe. We were able to block the stairs leading to the loft so we had no issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eva C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a girls trip to enjoy soaking up the sun. This was more like a home than just a condo. Next time we book it we will know to only bring our clothes. This beautifully decorated home was fully stocked. And had an icemaker that actually worked!! And Good beach chairs for customer use. The location was away from all the hustle and bustle of the stores/restaurants but the trolley took us right there. (Only runs til Labor Day weekend). Therefore it was a peaceful beach time! Not over crowded one bit!! At night seeing the moon and stars off the balcony was breathtaking. Wildlife spotting was also plentiful .At first I was bummed because it is across the street from the beach, BUT the walk was literally less than most wooden walkways connected to a beachfront. The owners communication with us was always easy and quick.
This appears to be AI, but it is not. Low lights b/c of turtle hatching timeframe. Just WOW-
One afternoon there was about 20 dolphins playing
He came basically everyday to fish
Lightening storm one night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025