Condo - Rating 5 (37 Reviews)

Topsail Village 721- Shore Bird Sanctuary


Bedroom 2 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 full
Guests 5 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 136 Shorebird Drive
  • Location: 30A
  • Type: Condo
  • View: Santa Rosa Beach Area

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book Shore Bird Sanctuary:

* A Tranquil 30A Haven - You will want to return time and time again

* Gorgeous Interior and Decor with Cozy Balcony

* 4 Bikes Included

* Beach Chairs, Umbrella, and Cooler provided!

* Great Amenities: Community Pool and Nature Trails

* Only 1.2 miles to the Closest Public Beach Access at Dune Allen, and the Beautiful Beach at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is only .09 miles away!

* Close to Stinky’s Fish Camp, Gulf Place, and Grand Boulevard

* Snorkel the Seahorse Reef- more info under Area Attractions

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions.

**Home is equipped with an outdoor surveillance camera for your safety and the protection of our property. Any attempt to disable, redirect, or obscure the cameras is prohibited and will result in eviction without a refund**

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs from November thru February. To receive a qualified quote, you must select a minimum of 28 consecutive nights during the months of November through February to receive a special Snowbird rate. Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

Welcome to Shore Bird Sanctuary, a casual, yet chic 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo. This professionally managed Santa Rosa Beach retreat is located in Topsail Village on the west end of 30A. Start your morning by relaxing on the large, private balcony with your favorite cup of coffee as you enjoy the peaceful view of the palm trees overlooking the balcony. This bright and naturally sunlit condo makes a great vacation stay for singles, couples, families, or those looking to celebrate a special occasion. The west end of 30A is distinctly quieter, but it is still incredibly convenient to all the finest area attractions. Shore Bird Sanctuary is equipped with everything you need for your vacation. The open kitchen has all the utensils, plates, and cookware you’ll need to prepare a meal for your family or that romantic dinner. We supply both a Keurig and a drip coffee pot for your convenience.

The cozy, comfortable king bed in the master suite has an attached private bathroom, and the updated guest room has a queen-sized bed with peaceful coastal botanical decor offering a tranquil atmosphere to ensure a comfy & relaxing space to rest anytime, day or night! The guest room also features a flexible workspace with a folding desk for your convenience, making it easy to catch up on work or enjoy a quiet moment. The folding desk can be easily stored in the closet when not in use. There is also a sofa bed in the living room for extra sleeping space. You will want to return time and time again to Shore Bird Sanctuary!

If you’ve never had a 30A experience along the Gulf Coast, you are in for an amazing treat! You will fall in love with the world's most absolutely beautiful sugar-white sand beaches and the infamous emerald sea! Enjoy free beach access only 1.2 miles away at Dune Allen public beach, or visit Florida’s popular Topsail Hill Preserve State Park located adjacent to the condo, a mere hop, skip, and a jump away — only .09 miles away. Take advantage of the park’s free tram to the beach from their main parking lot! Venture out onto the most notable 30A bike/walking path to take in the local sights, with direct trail access from your front door! The trail leads to Santa Rosa’s popular Gulf Place and also countless restaurants, shops, beach accesses, nature trails, coastal dune lakes, wildlife and more. There’s so much to do, yet there are also fabulous places to relax, slow down, and unwind. Review the “top reasons” to stay at Shore Bird Sanctuary to familiarize yourself with the area’s top attractions! There is truly something for everyone, including a pool just a short stroll from the condo! All bath towels, linens, and toiletries are provided along with beach chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler, so all you need to do is show up, relax, and bask in your sanctuary!

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed with Ensuite Bathroom

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Living Room: Sofa Sleeper

Area Attractions:

30A is a fantastic destination, and the beaches are some of the world’s best with sugar-white sand and emerald green waters. You will find plenty of beach access points along a 17-mile stretch of Santa Rosa Beach. It boasts unique shopping, fantastic cuisine, and the incredible architecture that makes 30A famous. There are activities for everyone: kayak rentals, bike rentals, paragliding, fishing, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis — you'll find it all right here.

This condo is 2.2 miles from the Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club. The much-loved, laid-back Gulf Place Town Center is 2.6 miles away. It's a 10-minute drive to Silver Sands Outlet Mall or 6 minutes to Grand Boulevard Town Center’s many shopping and dining options.

Gulf Place on 30A was quaintly designed for those who want to skip the massive crowds and slow down in a small beachy-vibe setting to relax amidst the beautiful palm tree-lined streets, wide sidewalks, outdoor patios with large umbrellas, and beach access to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Visit Gulf Place to enjoy original art, boutique shopping, local cuisine, live music, and a laid-back, casual atmosphere.

Grand Boulevard Town Center is a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining complex on the area's main thoroughfare in Sandestin, just off Highway 98. For the high-end shopper, the center offers everything from exclusive boutiques and eateries to renowned national retail brands and a wide mix of specialty services.

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Seahorse Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 715 feet out from the Topsail Hill Preserve State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Seahorse Reef is at a depth of 13-18 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

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Bedding Bedding
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Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen
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Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa
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Master Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Amenities 27 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Pool
  • Snowbird Friendly
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Laptop Friendly Work Space
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detector
  • Washer
Outside Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Deck
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Outdoor Pool


Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (37)
Rating 5
this was available great peaceful location. a quick drive or bike ride to the beach. it would be a little longer of a walk, but you could do it. having bikes was great. I wish the pool had more shade.
- Posted: 8/10/2024
Risë, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful location and found it easy to access the beach with the bikes. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Quiet and Peaceful
Quiet spot. Beach wasnt to far away. Very clean.
- Posted: 7/14/2024
Freddie, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled you enjoyed the quiet and peaceful atmosphere, along with the clean accommodations and convenient beach access! We hope you join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Absolutely Awesome!!
- Posted: 7/8/2024
Rating 5
It was wonderful! Great location! Attentive to issues and great customer sevice!
- Posted: 6/11/2024
Rating 5
We will definitely return. They were kind, professional and responsive. The condo was well equipped and comfortable.
- Posted: 6/11/2024
Katherine, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the condo well-equipped and comfortable. Our team strives to provide exceptional service, and we're glad that you experienced that during your visit. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We had a hard time getting the door code to work and had a hard time getting in touch with them immediately. But we got in after 10 or so minutes. Everything else was great. We loved the free bikes and the meal card. Nice quiet location with a nature preserve nearby.
- Posted: 3/27/2024
Laney, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We apologize for the initial hiccup with the door code, but we're glad to hear that everything else went well and you enjoyed the amenities and location. We hope to have you back again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We felt safe and secure in the condo. The kitchen had plenty of dishes, pots & pans. Nice area.
- Posted: 7/20/2023
Mary, We're pleased to hear that you felt safe and secure in this condo and that you found the kitchen well-equipped with everything you needed. Your comfort and satisfaction are important to us, and we're glad you enjoyed your time in the area. We'd be thrilled to have you stay with us again. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Property was very well maintained. Love that they provided beach chairs, umbrella, and cooler. Also the bikes were nice for riding down the 30A. The beach access was close but sometimes hard to find parking.
- Posted: 7/13/2023
Rating 5
Great place to stay! Highly recommended.
- Posted: 6/29/2023
Rating 5
We had a great stay and loved that the beach was so close. The pictures show that you have a beach view, but we did not. It was the perfect spot to be able to hit Destin one day, PCB another, and Santa Rosa beach another day.
- Posted: 5/28/2023
Dear Shane, Thank you for your review and feedback! We apologize for any misunderstanding about the condo having a beach view. We strive to maintain 100% accuracy for our guests. Please note the picture of the map including the nearby exquisite shoreline off of 30A accurately depicts the condo’s proximity to the beach for our guest's reference. As you can see, the condo is not advertised as beach view. Additionally, please note the accurate details included in the description state the nearest beach access is 1.9 miles to the left on 30A and .09 miles to the right. Again, we’re sorry you anticipated a beach view despite there being no reference to a beach view in our description. Otherwise, we’re happy to hear you had a great stay! We hope you also enjoyed the complementary coffee and the $50 Shunk Gulley restaurant gift card, complements of the owners for each party at check-in. Please consider visiting Shore Bird Sanctuary again in the future!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Awesome!
- Posted: 9/6/2022
Christopher, Thank you for the 5-star review of your stay at Summer Breeze. We're happy to hear that everything was awesome! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Beautiful room and location…very peaceful area…beach is down the road and very beautiful
Definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a place to stay
- Posted: 7/31/2022
Rating 5
Vacation 2022
Apartment was clean and in a good location, close to the stores and restaurants and beaches. Thank you!
- Posted: 7/14/2022
Nargiza, Thank you for letting us know about your stay. We are glad the location was good and you enjoyed our beautiful beaches. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great stay, the condo was the one of the airbnb's that I stayed which I liked the most.Kids also enjoyed staying.
Kitchen had everything possible needed .Its a great location also closer to everything.We really enjoyed our stay, will definitely go back
- Posted: 7/4/2022
Rating 5
Great place. Great location. Close to the water but far enough away from the congestion of 30A. I would definitely rent from here again!
- Posted: 4/7/2022
Rating 5
Beautiful home
We had a lovely time and the condo is beautiful, clean, quiet, and has everything you need. I would definitely stay here again.
- Posted: 10/14/2021
Margot, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed a lovely time while staying in the two-bed, two-bed Summer Breeze (Topsail Village 721), a beautiful condo that was clean, quiet, and had everything that you needed. Thank you for choosing Real Joy. Please visit again soon.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Beautiful home. Very clean. The beds were very comfortable!
- Posted: 9/6/2021
Rating 5
Lovely property, very clean and well appointed. Highly recommend it!
- Posted: 8/30/2021
Hi Karine, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you found the unit clean and we hope you enjoyed the easy beach access! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We really enjoyed our stay. The place and the location was perfect!
- Posted: 8/10/2021
Rating 5
Great place to stay! Nice condo, quiet area, about a mile to the beach. Pool was nice. Only issue we had was when we first got there, I couldn’t figure out how to work the keypad to get in, and I called their number, and it took about 15 minutes of waiting on hold before I spoke to someone that could help. Also, there was only one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and one trash bag in the trash can, so we had to buy extra. Would’ve been nice if those extras were provided.
- Posted: 7/17/2021
Rating 5
Most Excellent Trip!
The property overall was great! A little trouble trying to get check in info upon arrival but that was quickly solved. The beds and pillows were not great but the entire experience was perfect. And the Beach and water at Topsail… unbelievable!!!
- Posted: 7/16/2021
Rating 5
Great location
- Posted: 6/20/2021
Rating 5
clean, affordable, safe location with an hour of Destin Harbour. Walking distance for adventurers to Santa Rosa beach
- Posted: 6/13/2021
Hi Patricia, thank you for your feedback! We are happy to hear you found the unit clean and you enjoyed being close to the local happenings. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great stay, nice and close to the beach! Like some others mentioned, the close beach access parking spots fill up quickly so just plan accordingly :)
- Posted: 5/30/2021
Rating 5
We loved our stay here! The location is fabulous and the beach just down the street is perfect. It was a little hard to find the dumpster for the trash because there’s only one for the entire complex.
Parking was easy, the complex was quiet and we loved the space.
My only complaint is that for a 5 night stay only 1 of everything (paper towels, trash bag, toilet paper) was provided and that’s just not enough.
- Posted: 5/24/2021
Hi Holly, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you found the location fabulous and easy beach access. Typically once a guest books with us you gain access to the Real Joy portal. In there is a section labeled "FAQs" which lists the items we provide starters of and what you will need to purchase more of during your stay. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
I loved it!! Never want to stay in a hotel again!! Well worth the money and looked EXACTLY like the picture!! It was enough room for my 5 person family!
- Posted: 5/17/2021
Rating 5
Totally worth it
This place was great. Beds were comfortable, place was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked and the beach was less than 5 mins away. Even the neighbors were super friendly and helpful??
- Posted: 4/11/2021
Tiara, we appreciate you providing us with some feedback regarding your great vacation rental experience while staying in the two-bedroom, two-bathroom Summer Breeze. We are happy to know that you enjoyed this very clean condo's well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, proximity to the beach, and super friendly and helpful neighbors. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay at this rental property! It was very clean and quiet and well equipped for everything we needed! Great location between Destin and some of the smaller little towns on 30 A. It is about a mile or so to the public beach parking, but was a very quick drive and had no trouble parking! Would highly recommend the property.
- Posted: 4/6/2021
Kristen, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your vacation rental experience while staying in the ideally located Summer Breeze, Topsail Village 721. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay in this very clean, quiet, and well equipped condo and would highly recommend it to others. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
It was a pretty nice place very clean. Exactly like the pictures. We arrived at night so it was kinda hard to find at first but when we did everything else was a breeze. They are very quick with responding to your needs. My little family enjoyed a few nights stay. I recommend this place for a immediate family getaway.
- Posted: 4/5/2021
Rating 5
Nice stay
- Posted: 3/22/2021
Deonna, we are glad to know that you had a nice stay at Summer Breeze, Topsail Village 721. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Super cute place and awesome location, we loved our stay here.
- Posted: 8/16/2020
Rating 5
I cant wait to come back!!!!!
- Posted: 8/10/2020
Rating 5
Great place.
Only problem was sugar ants taking over second bathroom!! Otherwise perfect .
- Posted: 8/3/2020
HI Connie, thank you so much for your review. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and that everything was perfect for you! Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing RealJoy Vacations!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
It was nice for us and our friends
We were pleasantly surprised, after the fast booking with no pictures of the property, having nice furnished apartment with everything we needed to fill good enjoying our stay.
- Posted: 7/18/2020
Hi Diyan, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are glad that our condo met your expectations. Please come back and visit again soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We were looking for a place away from the crowd to be able to keep social distance at the beach. Would obviously prefer a house but nothing was available in our price range 2 weeks before our vacation. This place is situated in not very populated area between two state parks so we decided to give it a try. We were totally happy with our decision. The complex is new, each building has 4 units so we did not experience any crowds there (we did not use the pool area so can’t comment on that), the unit is nicely decorated. It is 1 mile from nearest public beach; the parking lot at the beach is small but if you are an early bird you should be fine (you can also safely bike there, walking would take 25 min or so). The beach area is not crowded at all.
We would recommend this place, price/quality ratio is very good.
- Posted: 7/12/2020
Rating 5
We’d stay again
Property was very clean and decorated nicely. Kitchen was very nicely equipped. There were plenty of towels and linens available. The unit is located close to the pool at the back of the property. We never heard any noise from others.
- Posted: 6/25/2020
We're so happy you enjoyed this property and it's location. Thanks for the feedback, hope to see you again soon.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great place to stay!! Super nice and in an ideal location!
- Posted: 6/21/2020
Hi Devon, thank you for your feedback! We're happy to hear you found the location ideal and a great place to stay! We hope you enjoyed the many onsite amenities as well! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
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