Description Emerald & Azure: Santa Rosa Beach

Few houses on Florida's Scenic 30A put you this close to the Gulf – the beach is literally steps behind the back door, and the pool sits right at the edge of the dunes with open water views. Balconies across multiple levels mean you can watch the waves from almost every part of the house, and the main living areas and kitchen share the same outlook. Inside, a games room with a pool table and arcade game, plus a gas fireplace for cooler evenings, keeps large groups well catered for. Complimentary bikes and a low-speed vehicle make it easy to explore the wider 30A coastline.

Home truths:
* You'll need to bring your own beach and pool towels – bath towels and linens from the home are not permitted to leave the house.
* Walton County requires all personal items – chairs, umbrellas, tents, and anything else – to be cleared from the beach one hour after dusk. Anything left overnight will be discarded, so make it part of your evening routine to bring everything back up.
* At full occupancy, two guests will sleep on a sofa bed in the living area.
* The lead guest must be at least 25 years old.