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Great vacation there! Our family spent this week at Pure Joy celebrating Thanksgiving. It was very roomy and comfortable. The carriage house was an added bonus for us when we needed a little quiet. The kitchen was perfectly stocked and we cooked some amazing meals there. The only complaint we had and it wasn’t anyone’s fault is trash didn’t pick up on Thursday because of the holiday and the cans were overflowing when we got there. Thanks for the sweetest time!
We had a wonderful time here This is a wonderful place to stay. It is less than a 4 minute walk to the beach access. The neighborhood pool is literally at the end of the driveway. We had young children with us, so we hit the beach all morning, had lunch and then spent the afternoon at the poolThe house is well set up, but there is only one bedroom on the main floor. The rest are upstairs, but they are all beautiful and worth the climb. We did not use the additional apartment above the garage but did a walkthrough and it set up verry well with a small kitchen, living area, full bathroom and bedroom.There is a screened porch on the front and back, and we used both, especially in the mornings.Kitchen is well set up, with every appliance you could ever need. There is a Publix grocery store about a 5 minute drive away that really outstanding. Short drive to Seaside; the walk is about 20 minutes.We appreciated the beach chairs and the exceptional internet speed. Overall, a very positive experience.
Perfect family vacation home! We loved our stay! Lots of room, quiet neighborhood and everything we needed and more. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space, over all an absolutely beautiful home!
Very Good Stay! Our four night stay went very well and all of the family enjoyed being together to honor our 2025 graduate.
Spring Break 2025 Perfect location and house for my family and friends for Spring Break!
Spring Break Getaway This was the perfect property for my family and friends! Perfect location and tons of space!!
Great trip to Florida The property was perfect for our large family. It was close to the beach with a pool that was across the street. We were also able to enjoy the fire pit and make s’mores.
One of the best I’ve stayed in! Scenic Stays gets a A+ from my family and I. They went out of their way to assist me with the trip at every turn and checked in multiple times during the stay. We encountered a problem with the washing machine but they made arrangements for me to do laundry at another residence they manage. The last night we were there, the A/C in the carriage house was not cooling properly but they immediately had someone come out and look at it. The house itself was a wonderful fit for our family and I will definitely consider staying there again, and using ScenicStays.
Great House and Location Pure Joy fit all the needs of my family. The walk to the beach was direct and not as crowded and I had thought. Wi-Fi did not work very well during the day but seemed better in the evening. It’s definitely one of the better homes I’ve staying in over the years. I look forward to visiting again.
Friends and family on 30A Pure Joy was great! Kitchen fully stocked with everything needed to cook meals at home! the guest house was perfect for the grandparents (could not find the stair lights though). Extra propane tanks were great for the grill! the firetable was used several nights for smores and fun! The adults loved the screen porches and appreciate that the doors opened into the porch to keep littles inside! we brought a baby gate for the stairs and the kids loved tge bunk room! Perfect for night time movies. The location was great.. near pool, beach, shopping, Seaside.. it was so relaxing! Kids saw a deer down the street even. Parking was fine for 3 cars and a golf cart! loved having the bikes for late evening rides! all around great value! Loved this home and can tell the owners took great strides to think of everything needed for a family beach trip! Hope to come back again! Jessica helped with questions and from booking to check out the process was easy and convenient! thank you!
Pure Joy This was our first trip to 30A and we lucked out with a wonderful location! The house had a great setup and was comfortable for two families. I have rented many homes in other areas before and found it a bit odd that this home only had one trash bag (the one already in the can) for a week long stay, but maybe that is standard for this area and wasn’t a big deal. Just know that you will definitely need your own trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent. There is also not a drop of oil or spices, so you will need to bring your own. (Again, this is something you usually find in most rentals, but perhaps is standard to bring your own to 30A homes.) We thought the value for this home was great and would definitely return!
The perfect get-away for spring break Pure Joy was perfect for our three families. Three 18-year old boys stayed in the carriage house and each of the 3 couples stayed in one of the king rooms. Two sisters stayed in the bunk room. The kitchen was super well-equipped with a blender, crockpot, pots, pans, glassware, etc. Everything you could need. Guest services was very attentive. There is some information that I think would be helpful to others: The property came with 5 bikes and 13 (I think) beach chairs. The property also has three spacious covered patios (one is off of a bedroom). Also, we needed to determine the bedroom assignments before we arrived so it would have been helpful for me to know some more details on where the bedrooms were and the bathroom situation. Here is what I can tell you: the room that is called the "Master" is on the third floor and looks like it was once the "crow's nest" of the house. It does not have a door that closes off the bedroom. It has only a half bath - no shower or tub. It has an uncovered balcony. The room in the photos that has a covered porch is on the 2nd floor. It has a very nice bathroom/shower with double vanity. The bunk room is also on the 2nd floor and it has a small bathroom with single pedestal sink and shower. There is one bedroom on the first floor and it has a nice, large shower with a small pedestal-type sink. I hope this is helpful for others. We had the most magical time there with our boys (and girls).
Great vacation We really enjoyed Pure Joy! Rained spot but kids had fun in spacious patios. Would stay again
This is a wonderful house! Perfect for our group of 12! The house was very close to the beach & an easy walk. Beds were very comfortable and the house was clean, we were very satisfied. Would definitely stay again!
Excellent location Perfect location and property for our stay. The house had ample sleeping area for the large group.
Great stay on 30A This house was great for our party of 12, consisting of three adult couples and six teenagers. Right across from the pool, just a short stroll to the beach and bikeable to Seaside. We had a problem with the AC in the backhouse that the property manager resolved very quickly, and she also quickly replaced a few kitchen staples that were missing. Overall a great stay!
Great Location & Good for Large Groups Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Pure Joy and would potentially consider coming back. Pros: - The location to the beach and the community pool was perfect for the senior folks and young kids in our group. - Property management team was responsive and quick to send support when needed. - Water heater and air conditioning worked great. Water pressure in the bathrooms were great as well. - Everyone said their beds/mattresses were comfortable - Ample amount of beach chairs Cons: - The kitchen supplies could use a refresh and update. The plates and bowls looked weathered. The kitchen non-stick pans were in bad condition and not cookable. - Wifi was finicky and often did not work at all. We had to reset the modem and mesh system several times and often it didn't result in it working. - The coach was a nice addition to our group and allowed for family members who wanted more privacy to have a place to escape. Unfortunately, our family members who stayed in the coach house experience bites from bugs within their bed. While not bed bugs, they were small beetle like bugs.
Great location! The house is in a great location- close to beach, close to Seaside, & all the things! Plenty of parking, across from community pool! The house is a great size for 10-12 adults. The house does lack some kitchen essentials - wine glasses, cleaning supplies that were supposed to be stocked. The house does come with 12 beach chairs which is awesome! But no bikes (listed in description though), no towels. TV does not connect great to the wifi. WiFi not strong at all
Perfect Spot for a Large Group This was the best spot! The house was close to the front of the neighborhood, which made it super convenient when going to the beach. The beach access point was right across 30A from the neighborhood, and the beach was NOT crowded in this area! The location was also great as our teens biked to Seaside with ease, frequently. The house itself was perfect for our group of 10, 6 teenage girls and 4 adults, with room to spare. All of the bedrooms were very clean with such comfortable beds. We cooked most meals in the kitchen, and it was stocked with all of the utensils/appliances we needed. (Note, the knives are not sharp at all). And the appliances were very nice to use. The sectional sofa in the main living area is VERY comfortable and provided plenty of seating and relaxing space for our group. This house was a great setup for a large group, and we never felt crowded. I would definitely stay here again. I really liked the location of this house and the amenities.
'Pure Joy' was Pure Perfection This was the perfect place for our party of 10, and there was even room to spare. There was plenty of room for our group of 6 teenage girls and 4 adults. The house had any kitchen utensil we needed, as we cooked most meals there. And the appliances were very nice to use. The living area sectional was extremely comfortable, and the beds were super comfortable with nice linens. The location was great - close to the front of the neighborhood, and right across the street (30A) from beach access. We would walk or bike to the beach. Which, this beach access is dreamy! Not too crowded. I can't say enough good things about this rental and location. I would 100% stay here again.
Spring Break 2023 Pure Joy lived up to its name! We had a great week and our teenage daughters really enjoyed the viper close proximity to the pool, the beach and Seaside. It’s a great location and with lots of amenities. The beach chairs and bikes are a HUGE plus. And the carriage house was ideal for our extra guests. The management team was very quick to respond and address the couple minor issues we had. We would definitely rent this house again!
The most wonderful stay! Pure Joy was perfect for our three families. Three 18-year old boys stayed in the carriage house and each of the 3 couples stayed in one of the king rooms. Two sisters stayed in the bunk room. The kitchen was super well-equipped with a blender, crockpot, pots, pans, glassware, etc. Everything you could need. Guest services was very attentive. There is some information that I think would be helpful to others: The property came with 5 bikes and 13 (I think) beach chairs. The property also has three spacious covered patios (one is off of a bedroom). Also, we needed to determine the bedroom assignments before we arrived so it would have been helpful for me to know some more details on where the bedrooms were and the bathroom situation. Here is what I can tell you: the room that is called the "Master" is on the third floor and looks like it was once the "crow's nest" of the house. It does not have a door that closes off the bedroom. It has only a half bath - no shower or tub. It has an uncovered balcony. The room in the photos that has a covered porch is on the 2nd floor. It has a very nice bathroom/shower with double vanity. The bunk room is also on the 2nd floor and it has a small bathroom with single pedestal sink and shower. The bunk room actually had full-sized beds on the bottom, and we couldn't tell that by the photo. There is one bedroom on the first floor and it has a nice, large shower with a small pedestal-type sink. I hope this is helpful for others. We had the most magical time there with our boys (and girls).
Perfect house and location! This was the perfect house and location for our stay in Seagrove Beach! This house has it all. Plenty of space for all of our guests and all the amenities that we needed. This house is perfectly located only 1 mile from Seaside and .25 from the beach. We also enjoyed the fact that the beach access is not as congested as other parts of 30A. The neighborhood pool is right across the street and the neighborhood tennis/pickle ball court is only a 5 minute walk from the house. The carriage house was a great private space for me to do virtual work all week long without bothering our guests in the main house. I would highly recommend this house to anyone who wants very close beach access without paying the higher prices of just 1 mile down the road.
Rental for a wedding weekend Great neighborhood
Annual friends and family 30A fun Loved this property location, fully stocked kitchen with any small appliance you can think of, the quest house was perfect for the grandparents, bikes included, right across from the pool and about 2 easy blocks to the beach! BBQ grill with ectea propane tanks, a fire table with seating for after beach fun. Enough parking for 3-4 card plus a golf cart (not included). The kids loved the bunk room and the parents loved the porches. Bring your own baby gates for the stairs, beach towels and toys. Beach chairs on the patio but bring your own taller camp style chairs. comfy beds, comfy towels and plenty of room for lounging. Close to all things 30a! what a gem! Coming back again next year!
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Overall the home was beautiful! We did have issues with our showers being broken and it never got resolved, but our group was only there for 2 nights.
Loved how close we were to the beach! The place was really clean, smelled great and had plenty of amenities. We didn't want for anything. I would get this place again if we vacation there in the future.
Lovely house in the perfect location! We will definitely be back!
We had a wonderful time and the house was great. Would recommend!
This property is in a great location in a quiet neighborhood. Loved the peace of the covered porches after a long day on the beach! We very much appreciated having the beach chairs, all of which were in good working condition. The carriage house is a great touch and the entire house was clean and comfortable. There was plenty of room for our large party and the beds were also comfortable. If this property had a few extra amenities, I'd give it 5 stars. Some extra towels would be nice. There is one per person, but women (our entire group) typically use two. Other rentals I have stayed in have kitchen basics like salt & pepper, sugar, cooking oil, aluminum foil, a starter pack of coffee, etc. If former guests have left any items like this behind, it seems that they are removed by cleaning staff. There was a random bicycle left on the ground in the front yard. I called the management company about it but no one came to remove it during our stay. I highly recommend this property, just bring lots of essentials if you can or brace yourself for a big bill at Publix!
The house was great! Very roomy and convenient to great beach access. Kitchen had all supplies needed and the beach chairs were a nice bonus. A few minor issues during the stay were quickly dealt with by the host. Would stay here again!
This property did a great job communicating instructions via email and text. Everything about this property was amazing. Great location and quiet neighborhood.
One thing to know about this property is that while you're booking on VRBO, the rental is run by Scenic Stays, a property management company. You will have to sign an agreement with them and all communication will come through them. While generally very communicative and responsive, they failed to acknowledge that I signed the rental agreement months before my stay which hindered early access until I got that cleared up which took two attempts. The house is nice and beds are comfortable. It was not a clean as I would have liked with dirty floors. There is some updating with patio furniture and the couch that is needed. Kitchen has all the amenities. But know that this house comes with no extras for kitchen items like salt, pepper, oil, coffee, tea, etc. They give you two dishwasher pods and a small dish soap (a bit stingy for the price). The screen on the porch was broken and a fan wasn't working in the carraige unit which I notified about. The upstairs, 3rd floor King room, only has a half bath. So you're trekking to the second level to share a bath with the bunk room. There is no half bath for the 1st floor, so you're sharing with the 1st floor bedroom users. They had lots of beach amenities which was nice. Pool and beach are very close; however, we found having rental bikes nice for getting around. This property would benefit from some bikes. Overall, a good stay with some minor issues that hopefully this management company will resolve.
Great house
We loved this house! It feels very private and there is plenty of room to spread out. Easy walk to the beach and 20 min walk to seaside. My only advice would be to bring additional trash bags, dish soaps, toilet paper, paper towels etc. Loved it!!
The house was in a great location and not a bad value. Comfortable beds and we appreciated the beach chairs and toys. My only complaint is that the kitchen could use some basic staples. There was no salt or pepper, oil or even foil or a few baggies to store food. We stay at Airbnb so that we can cook meals and enjoy more time together instead of being in a hotel. Other than that I would recommend this home.
Great house and location!
We enjoyed a time at Pure Joy. The property manager was very responsive. The property was close to beach access and very nice.
Great house. Just a short walk to the beach. Highly recommended. Will book again
Beautiful House This house was beautiful, very quaint! Beds were comfortable, and loved everyone had a bathroom. Kitchen had all the things, lots of Mornings outside, which was very peaceful.
Amazing vacation! We LOVED staying at this home for spring break. It is just a mile from Seaside and many restaurants. TY!
Relaxing The house is lovely and close to the beach.
Honey Great house. Parking was not great. Single parking. Constantly moving cars.
We would do it again! Great location and a beautiful home! House was clean, bright and fully stocked for cooking. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Parent Vacation First, this was our first time to this are and our first impression was amazing and we will be back. Property management was amazing when we asked for propane. The house was super clean and relaxing. Had everything we needed. Didn’t want to leave
Great Stay. Very clean. Short walk to beach. Loved screened in porches.
4 day weekend Great house, very clean, with nice amenities! Great location. A few little things to consider before the next guest comes. There were ants and bugs in the In law house, a loose electrical box in the main house (kitchen), and the bushes need to be trimmed in the driveway. Overall loved the house and the location!!
Not clean Not clean and garbage everywhere No bikes
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