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val

Beach Crab
Mar 17, 2008
4
0
suffolk united kingdom
hi
ooops,seems to have caused a bit of contraversy, sorry. Lucy has cp and hp. mild so she can get around. believe me she makes up for tit in many other ways....a very bright spark!!.. she spent a lot of time in and out of hospital last year, more than usual!!

i wouldn't dream of expecting anywhere for nothing, just need somewhere to stay that is within budget. i would be looking at about 220 (?) a wk, so this would translate to about 400 us? for us in the uk this would not be unreasonable but it seems you all holiday very well!! i adore the idea of a month of luxury....but i don't think we can stretch to it. i will be hiring a car (probably for 2 or 3 wks) and i also want to travel around a bit, this may staying the odd night in other places. If i get the chance i want to research some bits and pieces relating to hemi plegia as splinting etc is very different to the uk.

I was travelling around a few years ago and met an american family who when they holidayed within the states went to the sowal beaches. i made a note in my diary from then (working on the fact if they holidayed there it must be good) but didin't note any further details!! hence i am depending on strangers for recommendations.

The time i have is flexible, really the whole of the uk school holidays, which is 22 July to the 4 sept. i wanted the four weeks as the last time i was in the states we had 16 days and it just wasn't enough, normally you get to the point on a holiday where you know it is time to go home.....i found i didn't do that i wanted to stay longer. so hence the month.

i hope that i am not using phrases to different to yours, our biggest discrepancy must be of the phrase 'fanny pack' this caused much hilarity in the family, i am sure some we use have done the same for you.....oh and 'pants'?

hope this clarifies the situation, please feel free to email if i have messed up anywhere, then i can answer queries

regards val
 

elgordoboy

Beach Fanatic
Feb 9, 2007
2,507
888
I no longer stay in Dune Allen
Hehe :welcome: I assume you mean the "pants" that we use to cover our fannies? Which do Y'ALL (another good one) prefer over there? knickers, trousers, slacks, britches, breeches, dungarees, pantaloons, jeans or something else entirely?
 

LeannC

Beach Lover
Aug 8, 2007
99
16
Louisville, KY
Val,

Take a look at this rental I just found on VRBO.com. The Emerald Hill complex is on the gulf side/south side of Hwy 30A in Seagrove Beach. You'd be just a few steps from the beach and there's a nice pool in the complex. The rate calendar seems to have a typo. It looks like it should rent for $510 per week starting Aug. 5th (255 Pounds/week).
http://www.vrbo.com/43367

By the way, it looks like there's a 15% discount on the unit above, but you would have to contact the owner (or perhaps let Garrett, the rental agency, know you found it on VRBO first) The discount would take the weekly rate down to 217 Pounds/week.

Actually, it looks like there are several Emerald Hill units on VRBO.com. This one is cute and has a photo of the pool.
http://www.vrbo.com/96261

Here are all of the VRBO's for Seagrove.
http://www.vrbo.com/vacation-rentals/usa/florida/panhandle-south-walton-beach/seagrove-beach

Good luck!
 
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Goddessgal

Beach Lover
Mar 28, 2007
187
45
Florida!
Val,

Welcome, and hope you find just the perfect place for the summer! Although I'm in Texas currently, I'm originally from the area and come back whenever I can. My family, and husband and I have had good luck with VRBO. We got married in Sowal in 2005, a few days after the hurricane hit, and even then with all the chaos all of my husbands' European guests commented on the hospitality there.

Another option is the cabins at Grayton Beach State Park. They are simple but well situated and have screened-in back porches. They are actually duplexes, but due to all of the vegetation they have a very private feel. We have stayed in many places but love these. The ranger and his wife are lovely people. And you can't ask for a better location. You can cycle to local stores and restaurants. They may be booked, but you might want to check it out, even if it is just for a portion of your trip.

Cheers!
 

Miss Critter

Beach Fanatic
Mar 8, 2008
3,397
2,125
My perfect beach
Thanks, SWGB. Your apology is most certainly accepted. :D

I just wish I could help her out. :sosad:
 

Rita

margarita brocolia
Dec 1, 2004
5,207
1,634
Dune Allen Beach
:welcome: .. Gulf Place Caribbean condos, Gulf Place, Santa Rosa Beach towards the west end of 30-A, are directly across the street (30-A) and many have good to excellent views of the gulf. There should be some on VRBO that would rent for the period of time you need.

It is a 4-story complex with small lake in front, business area mixed in with the condos, amphitheatre (lawn) entertainment scheduled throughout the summer. Amore's Pizza:love:, Miss Lucille's Gossip Parlor, Smilin' Fish Cafe, shops, artist kiosks. It's a nice area about 6 miles from Seaside? Quieter than the Seaside area but will be busy in summer. Easy access to beach walkover across the street.

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Matt J

SWGB
May 9, 2007
24,862
9,670
:welcome: .. Gulf Place Caribbean condos, Gulf Place, Santa Rosa Beach towards the west end of 30-A, are directly across the street (30-A) and many have good to excellent views of the gulf. There should be some on VRBO that would rent for the period of time you need.

It is a 4-story complex with small lake in front, business area mixed in with the condos, amphitheatre (lawn) entertainment scheduled throughout the summer. Amore's Pizza:love:, Miss Lucille's Gossip Parlor, Smilin' Fish Cafe, shops, artist kiosks. It's a nice area about 6 miles from Seaside? Quieter than the Seaside area but will be busy in summer. Easy access to beach walkover across the street.

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This is a good idea, especially since Lucille's is probably the only place you are going to find good English tea.
 

val

Beach Crab
Mar 17, 2008
4
0
suffolk united kingdom
hi, HAPPY EASTER TO YOU ALL and thanks to you all, i am checking them all out and will let you know if i find something. so don't stop with the suggestions. i didn't make myself clear with regards to lucy so no apology needed. English tea is all well and good but i am a coffee guzzler and it has to be packed with caffeine!! As to the driving bit, i'll let you all know of make of car and colour then you can all avoid me!!! :rotfl: hopefully it won't be to much of a problem as i have driven in europe before. i am off to slovakia on the 27th march so shall get some practice in then. while you are all helping out here, can i ask about swimming with dolphins, where and how much and is it safe?, the other one is turtles and mannatees, is there an opportunity to get to see these gentle creatures?

the social life there seems to be well organised with lots to see and do so that is great, do the kids mix well?

look forward to hearing from you
valerie:D
 

LeannC

Beach Lover
Aug 8, 2007
99
16
Louisville, KY
Val,

I've never swam with the dolphins or mannatees and I've never seen it around SoWal, so I was curious and googled it. The closest I found was Homosassa or Orlando. According to MapQuest.com, Homosassa is 325 miles from SoWal. You'd probably want to make that an overnight trip -- maybe combine it with a trip to Disney World and/or SeaWorld. http://www.seaworld.com/orlando/default.aspx
 
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