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Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

Crawfordville vacation home with kitchen

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A two-story house with a wooden deck, blue siding, and a covered porch with wicker furniture.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, modern appliances, and a dining area with colorful chairs.
A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a blue island, and modern appliances.
A living room with a dark leather sofa, a small table, and a lamp. The room has wooden flooring and yellow walls. There is a kitchen in the background with a dining table and chairs.
A two-story house with a deck and a staircase leading to the second floor, situated by a lake with other houses in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142040 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Crawfordville, FL
  • Place, Shell Point Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wakulla Springs State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida State University
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Crawfordville

On bay.Stay at this Crawfordville vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Shell Point Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Wildwood Golf Club. Medart Park and Wakulla Springs State Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Shell Point Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wakulla Springs State Park - 23 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge - 33 min drive - 26.6 miles
  • Florida A&M University - 53 min drive - 35.9 miles
  • Florida State University - 62 min drive - 38.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hamaknockers BBQ - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Posey's Oyster Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Chill Spot - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪next stop bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brits Soft Spot - ‬13 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.

Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

This beautiful coastal home is the perfect oasis for families, guy's fishing trip, girl's getaway and excellent for large groups. With 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms that accommodates 16 but with room for everyone to have their own space. It is located directly across from Shell Point Beach with exquisite views of the gulf. If you are looking for a place to chill this is the getaway for you.
This home was built in 2019 for our growing family but for other families to make memories as well. The main floor has an open floor plan. As you enter from the covered porch into the living area it flows on into the dining and kitchen area. The living area has a 50” TV and wonderful views of the gulf. The kitchen is fully equipped and the dining area has seating for 8+.
The master bedroom and bath are on the main floor with a king bed and 40" TV. The bedroom has an entrance from the covered porch with a view of the gulf and the canal.
Upstairs you will find 4 additional bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One bedroom has a king bed, 2 bedrooms with a queen bed each. There’s a bunk room for the kids with 2 twin over full bunks and an additional twin with twin trundle. Plenty of space for everyone and privacy for couples.
The location is hard to beat. We are directly across the street from the beach with unobstructed views of the gulf. On the beach you will find a volleyball court, playground for the kids, several pavilions and bathrooms for your convenience. The back side of our home is directly across from the boat ramp which is very convenient for boat launching. You are welcome to bring your boat and there is plenty of parking for a trailer at our property.
There is a covered porch on the front and a deck area on the side. This is the perfect place to enjoy the sunrise with your coffee or the breathtaking sunsets in the evening.
For your convenience there is a cargo lift for getting luggage and groceries up and a concrete area underneath for parking or outside entertaining.
All linens are provided, ample supply of towels, toilet tissue and paper towels. Laundry room with full sized washer and dryer with all the laundry essentials.
Children are more than welcome but pets are not allowed. This is also a non-smoking home and smoking is not allowed inside.
We are sure you will find everything you need and more in this beach retreat.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

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 accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping allowed inside the home.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,040 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Rules

Only adults are allowed to operate the lift and it is for the purpose of hauling luggage/groceries. BOTH gates must be closed during operation.
Only licensed drivers are allowed to drive the golf cart. Do not drive ON the beach.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets on the premises, absolutely no exceptions

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping allowed inside the home.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Birds Up Retreat gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach
Bird’s Up Retreat Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 32 mi (47-min drive) away from the Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Shell Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach to downtown Crawfordville?

This vacation home is 9.5 mi away from Crawfordville.

Bird’s Up Retreat-Gulf Front Home at Shell Point Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin N.

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

Great place!

We had a great time staying here. Close walk or golf cart ride to the beach, plenty of room inside, everything we needed to enjoy our stay was at the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family, exactly what we needed in the number of rooms etc. The house was very thoughtfully provisioned and we appreciated it Host was very accommodating and quickly answered our questions.Weather was also great, and wonder if host arranged that too?Hopefully we will have a few more reunions there!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Great place.

Great place with everything provided for our stay. Would like to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

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

Fantastic property with great views and boating access. Perfect location for family gathering.

Easy rental process.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Regatta Weekend

Great place with easy access to boat ramp and beach. Huge kids room!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul r.

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

Great stay!

Perfect location with plenty of room. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

We were very happy with our house

Very clean, lots of extras, nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location for fishing is great. House was clean and we had everything we needed for comfort. One idea would be a larger grill. With eight people plus typically staying there, it's difficult to have all the food ready at once. again, everything was great and we would definitely rent again, if available. Thanks for the hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

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

Great

Nice place to slow down for a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Perfect beach getaway

Our family of 10 loved this home. There was literally anything we needed and then some. The location is one of the best in the neighborhood. We hope to stay longer next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda J.

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

Shell Point Beach house

It was a spacious house with beautiful views of water. The kids love how close they were to the beach & playground. It worked great for my daughter's families & I because we come to the area to visit for a family reunion in Crawfordsville.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

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

The Blue House on the beach!

The home was as advertised and more. It was well appointed, clean, and the layout is perfect for an extended family vacation. The property owners were a pleasure to communicate with and and responsive. It felt like home!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy B.

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

Scalloping Trip

This was an excellent location for our trip, the home was spacious, and very clean. the golf cart was truly a plus,. we carried our boat and docked it right at the house. we will be staying here each time we visit family in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean P.

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

Exceeded Expectations

The house is like brand new...The Kitchen is stocked with pretty much everything you would need.. The View from the balconies is priceless. The beach is located directly across the street.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great house in an amazing location!

We had a 3 generation vacation here over a long weekend. The house was immaculate and included everything we needed to be comfortable. There is ample common space inside, a great deck upstairs and lots of room under the house for gathering. The views were amazing and the beach is across the street. The owners were very prompt in all communications and have detailed instructions on anything related to the house, procedures, etc. as well as a great guidebook for area restaurants and attractions. We didn't use the golf cart, but it was a nice option to have. As "dad the pack mule" one of my favorite features was the lift to get all our stuff up and down. We brought our 24' bay boat and had no issues docking. The ramp is across the cove and one of the easiest setups we've experienced traveling with the boat. Plenty of room around the house to park the truck without unhooking the trailer and still have space for multiple other vehicles. We loved it and look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Great time had by all 9 of us!

My family (me, my wife, my two kids ((ages 12 + 15)), and my wife's brother and his family )(wife and 3 kids ages 3, 5, 7,) spent five nights at the house. There was plenty of room and then some for all! The beach is right across the street, and very easy to access. The younger kids really enjoyed playing on the beach and exploring in the water for hermit crabs and starfish and other sea creatures. The beach is very nice, and not too busy. It's not like the waters of the open Gulf or the Atlantic, but nice. The house is not only very spacious, but was clean and has everything you need. The back dock on the channel is an added bonus for putting in kayaks, or doing a little fishing. We kayaked both in the bay and in the channels, and caught a few fish. We even saw a few manatees in the channels. The hosts were very helpful and were quick to answer all the questions we had before, during, and after the stay. Highly recommend staying here. Especially families with kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

Amazing house!

We will definitely return! It was perfect for our family to all meet at from west coast and east coast! We all loved! Views are incredible!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Great birthday weekend

We had a great time. Would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

This is a lovely, well-equipped home with an expansive unobstructed view of Apalachee Bay.

The process for renting this property was simple and problem-free.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

WOW! This house has it all including great hosts!

Let's start with water on all four sides! The beach is a short walk, there is a dock to park your boat with easy access to the ocean, and a ramp that is just a short drive/walk. Access to the golf cart in this community was a great amenity. The house itself was well furnished and appointed; the hosts really thought about what would be used in the house from dishes, to cookware to condiments! We have stayed as a family at multiple short term rentals and this is by far and away the best. Great location. Great amenities. Great house. We enjoyed sunrises and sunsets on each day. If you want to be on the forgotten coast this is the house for you. Thank you to the hosts for great communication and especially for sharing your piece of heaven!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al J.

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

Excellent Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Eddie's home! Awesome views from the porch, the beach is directly in front of the home, and the boat ramp is adjacent to the lot. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

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