30A ESCAPES presents… “As Good as it Gets” – a quaint coastal retreat located in the community of Sandy Shores in Seacrest Beach. Enjoy a private seasonally heated saltwater pool, balconies with stunning Gulf views, and a short 150-step stroll to the pristine private beach with seasonal chair service. With easy access to Rosemary and Alys Beaches and 8 beach bikes included— it is as good as it gets! Learn more below…
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Welcome to “As Good as it Gets,” where sophisticated design meets laid-back comfort. The open living area offers plush seating, perfect for relaxing or gathering with loved ones. A smart TV provides endless entertainment, and the wet bar is great for mixing drinks and enjoying casual evenings. Large windows fill the space with natural light, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere you won’t want to leave.
The gourmet kitchen features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances giving you everything needed to prepare meals. Granite countertops offer plenty of prep space, while the oversized island provides extra workspace and doubles as a gathering spot. Whether you're a seasoned chef or enjoy cooking, this kitchen is built to inspire.
Kick off the party on the pool deck! At "As Good as it Gets," you'll soak up the summer sun poolside with everything you need for the perfect outdoor getaway. Your large heated saltwater pool is surrounded by loungers, ideal for relaxing in the sun. Fire up the gas grill and enjoy alfresco dining with seating for eight. Plus, the private beach is just a short walk away!
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Located in Seacrest Beach’s exclusive Sandy Shores, this home offers the perfect gateway to experience the best of 30A. Enjoy boutique shopping, gourmet cuisine, and a charming coastal community that’s perfect for biking! Neighboring hotspots like Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach are just a walk or bike ride away, while Peddler's Pavilion provides seasonal live music, dining, and nightlife.
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Perfect Location, Perfect House!
This house could not have been better! Not only is it spacious and complete with all the necessary amenities, it's super close to the beach, and an easy walk to shops / restaurants. We had an amazing time and will definitely book here again!- Jennifer K from Glen Carbon, IL, Posted:
As Good As It Gets is AMAZING
Super close to the beach and an easy walk to shops / restaurants. Our 2021 girls trip was fantastic and we'd definitely stay here again!
- Jennifer K from Birmingham, AL, Posted:
As Good As Gets
Our home away from home was comfortable, clean, spacious, and quiet. We loved being able to walk back and forth to the beach!
- Joann R from Louisville, KY, Posted:
We loved our stay!
It was perfect for 10 adults + 2 toddlers and was a super short, 2 minute walk to the beach. 10/10 recommend!
- Kaitlin D from Memphis, TN, Posted:
Wonderful Location & Experience
We could not have been happier with this rental. It was the perfect location for Spring Break and came with everything needed to enjoy a stress free week! Management answered any questions we had and assisted quickly. We would definitely stay here again and have already recommended to friends.- Meredith C from College Grove, TN, Posted:
Location!
Everything was perfect for a stress free week during Spring Break! We would definitely rent here again.
- Meredith C , Posted:
As Good As it Gets
Great time!
- Peter B , Posted:
Perfect house for groups or families!
The house was better than expected. Short walk to a private beach with chairs set up for you. Easy walk into Alys or Rosemary. Great for groups or families!
- Raechel B , Posted:
Great House!
The home is in a beautiful neighborhood with great beach access. The house itself was clean, family friendly and provided great entertainment options. I would highly recommend this property for a family!
- Jalene F , Posted:
Perfect Spot
We loved the house! Had everything we needed and more. The best part is the private beach and chair set up. Everyone had a wonderful time with plenty of space!
- Yolanda E , Posted:
Family vacay
This home met all of our needs for space and proximity to the beach. The grandchildren loved it!
- William R , Posted:
Great Rental
We really enjoyed our stay in this rental. The check in process was very simple, and the place was nice and clean. We had 3 family and the rooms and bathrooms are all a nice size and it was very comfortable. We typically like to stay on the beach, but this was as good as it gets not being right on the beach. The beach walk was very close, and the chair setup was so convenient.
- Baxley C , Posted:
Great house just steps from the beach!
We have stayed at this house twice now and could not be happier with the house and the location. It's a very short walk to the beach (3 min or so), short bike ride or walk to Rosemary square, has a great pool and pretty much all the amenities needed. The only thing you might need to bring is a shaker and a shot glass to make a cocktail. Rooms are very spacious and a great entertainment space downstairs. I highly recommend staying here!- Bree S from Plano, TX, Posted:
Private Beach Access
This location is perfect for relaxing on the private beach just steps away.
- Kristi D , Posted:
Thanksgiving Family Gathering
Property manager was very helpful!
- Pamela B , Posted:
Great Rental!
We had our family of 8 adults and 3 small children stay here in May and EVERYONE said it was our best place yet! Plenty of room, 6 bedrooms, good sized kitchen, large kitchen table to seat everyone, nice pool with alarm for safety, and pool toys! The bikes were great abd we used them everyday. So important to have a private beach since the public beaches get so crowded and it was SO nice to have the beach chairs set up each day. Kitchen was well stocked, we had food and beverages delivered easily and so many places to go to that were walkable or rideable on bikes. The location could not have been better! My only suggestion is to have more shade around the pool ….even a couple pool umbrellas would be so nice! We will definitely be back!- Dorothy E from Overland Park, KS , Posted:
Exceeded our expectations. Beautiful modern clean well stocked house with plenty of room for 12 of us. Perfect pool. Access to private beach area was lovely.The area is beautiful, quiet and very safe.
- Laurie P , Posted:Thank you for the kind review. We are delighted to hear that As Good as it Gets exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed your stay. We strive to provide a comfortable and well-appointed experience for all our guests, and your feedback is greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
- 30a Escapes staff, Posted: 04/22/2025
Perfect Location
We had a wonderful time spending a week at this property. The location is absolutely ideal, with beach access just a short walk away and Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach quick bike rides in either direction. We took full advantage of the provided bikes and beach setup, as well as the pool. It was so nice to have beach chairs and umbrellas ready for us every day, and the private beach was significantly less crowded than the adjacent public stretch. The house was clean upon arrival and a representative from the property company stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. Two of the bedrooms are on the third floor, so getting suitcases up there was a workout, but manageable. There are a few pieces of furniture that have seen better days, but nothing that affected function. There were plenty of dishes, cups, and silverware, as well as cooking items available. The washer and dryer, while showing their age, worked great and were so handy to have on site. All in all it was the perfect spot for our family to stay in and experience all the fun 30A has to offer. Our kids never wanted to leave!- Anonymous U , Posted:Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad your family had a great time and enjoyed the ideal location, beach setup, bikes, and pool. It’s great to hear the home was clean and well-equipped for your stay, and that our team could check in to ensure everything was going smoothly. We appreciate your feedback about the furniture and appliances—it’s helpful and will be shared with the team. We’d love to welcome you back for more 30A fun in the future!
- 30a Escapes staff, Posted: 07/15/2025
Q: Is there an ice maker in the wet bar?- Lance F. Posted: 07/12/2020A:Hi Lance, thank you for your interest in our Seacrest Beach vacation rental "As Good as it Gets"! Yes, there is an ice maker equipped in the wet bar.
Q: Is this home equipped with a grill?- Erica B. Posted: 08/17/2020A:Hi Erica, thank you for your interest in our Seacrest Beach Gulf view vacation rental "As Good as it Gets"! Yes, this home is equipped with a gas grill, located on the pool deck.
Q: Can beach chairs be rented at this beach access?- Tracy M. Posted: 01/22/2021A:Hello Tracy, thank you for your interest in our Seacrest Beach Vacation Rental, As Good as it Gets! This home comes with 6 chairs and 3 umbrellas! Any additional chairs or umbrellas can be rented by the beach vendor at your expense.
Q: Can you share the bed break down?- Adria S. Posted: 08/02/2021A:Hello Adria, thank you for your interest in our Seacrest Beach Vacation Rental Property, 'As Good As It Gets'! This property has 4 kings, 1 queen and 2 twin over full bunks.
Q: Where is the beach access? Trying to figure it out on Google maps- Nancy R. Posted: 08/02/2024A:Hello!
The beach access is located at the end of Sandy Shores Court!
Q: Can you take your own beach chairs and cabanas to beach? Where is the beach walk-on located, am not seeing it on Google satellite map.- Nancy R. Posted: 08/21/2024A:Hello,
You are allowed to bring your own beach chairs but this home does come with 3 sets of complimentary beach chairs seasonally!
Cabanas are not allowed on the beach.
The beach access is located at the end of Sandy Shores Court.
Q: Is there a second icemaker anywhere in the home? Does this beach allow canopies or only umbrellas? Thank you .- Nancy R. Posted: 09/02/2024A:HI!
There is only 1 ice maker in this home. Only umbrellas are permitted at the beach access.
Q: Is pool heated in October?- Kerrianna N. Posted: 09/29/2024A:Hello,
The private pool is available for heating with a fee from September 1 - April 30.
Q: What are the pool dimensions? What is the beach access like n terms of stairs?- Kathy W. Posted: 02/17/2025A:Hi,
The pool dimensions are as follows - 9ft X 20ft X 3-5 ft
There are 25 steps on the stairs at the access.
Q: A couple of questions... Is the coffeemaker a drip or a Keurig? Is there any type of a pack 'n play or crib available for infants? Also would like to confirm how many beach chairs and umbrellas are included with the rental...in one place in the write-up it says 2 chairs and 1 umbrella, and in another place it says 6 chairs and 3 umbrellas. Thank you.- Sally F. Posted: 03/23/2025A:Hello!
There is a keurig dual maker (drip and/or pods).There is not a pack n play or crib at this property.
As Good as it Gets comes with one beach chair set-up (2 chairs & 1 umbrella)
Q: Can we bring our own tent to setup at private beach?- Wendy G. Posted: 05/26/2025A:Hello!
Unfortunately, tents are not permitted at the private beach.