Hotels Near Mashes Sands Beach in Wakulla County

Red snapper season open June 1st!! This two bedroom, one bath beach house is on a canal in Oyster Bay with floating boat dock for mooring your boat and a view of the Gulf of Mexico and sleeps four adults. Offers easy access to fishing by boat, kayak or off dock. The bedrooms are king and full-size beds. There is a porch off the back for sitting. It has a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer and leather couches in living area. Linens are provided but you are welcome to bring your own, if you desire. It is adjacent to Shell Point beach if you want to sit on the beach and relax, it is less than five minutes away. Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park, home of the world's largest and deepest freshwater spring, the sapphire water of Wakulla Springs boasts manatees, alligators and a host of diverse wildlife that can be viewed from a riverboat or the diving platform is about 22 minutes from our house. Great fishing and scalloping and bird watching. The floating boat dock can handle up to a 26 foot boat without a problem.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

This waterfront 2-bedroom house is perfect for your escape to the coast. On site parking for trailered boats up to 25 feet and generous outdoor spaces featuring an under home deck this home has it all. Enjoy your morning coffee with the sunrise overlooking Dickerson Bay. The house features two bedrooms 1 king bed and 1 queen bed, ensuring a comfortable night's sleep for all guests. The bathroom includes a relaxing bathtub for unwinding after a day of exploring. The living room offers an enchanting space to gather, with a cozy sofa bed for extra sleeping arrangements. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances where you can enjoy cooking your fresh catch from the bay. With amenities like AC, WiFi, and a washer and dryer, this welcoming property has everything you need for a relaxing getaway. You are only a short drive to launch your boat at the public boat ramp at Rock Landing Marina . Please note that there is no water access on this property .Enjoy an afternoon stroll to Woolley Park right on Dickerson Bay with a pier and full playground. You can explore the sea life at Gulf Specimen Aquarium just a few blocks away. If you are one to enjoy outdoors this location is great for biking, fishing, hiking and enjoying the fresh salty air the coast provides. Don't feel like cooking, you are minutes away from several well known restaurants like Posey's Up The Creak Steam Room, Trident, The Salty Donkey and a quick drive to Angelo's Seafood or to Sopchoppy and enjoy a cold beverage and food truck at Civic Brewing Co. We love furry friends please let us know they will be joining. There is a pet fee for their stay. We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our home.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).There will be an additional fee for furry friends..About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Enjoy stunning views from this beautifully furnished home, in Tide Creek Landing. Located in an optimal location to enjoy unobstructed views of Tide Creek, with its spectacular sunrises and sunsets. This home is freshly renovated, furnished, and offers space to create lasting memories with your family and friends.Don’t forget to bring your fishing poles, bikes and kayaks.The spaceBedroom 1: King BedBedroom 2: 4 Twin Beds (Bunk Beds)Bedroom 3: 1 Queen BedThere is a large space under the home to park your boat and/or RV. This home is located in a gated very private community, with nicely maintained streets, perfect for biking and walking. There is also a fishing dock and area to launch a kayak.You will enjoy nature and tranquility, in a home that is perfect for family gatherings.Other things to noteThere are many restaurants to enjoy locally. However there is a fully furnished kitchen, if you prefer to stay in. Nearby you’ll find Rock Landing Marina, public boat ramps and pristine beaches. This home is located 40 min from Tallahassee, on Florida's Forgotten Coast.Don’t forget to bring your bike and enjoy the 24.5-mile Ochlockonee Bay Bike Trail, a paved bicycle/pedestrian trail extending from Mashes Sands County Park in southern Wakulla County along Surf Road to the City of Sopchoppy. The trail provides an outdoor experience for biking and light hiking through a small remote coastal community, the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and the historic City of Sopchoppy. It provides a view of wild marshes, tidal creeks, native wildlife and vegetation, the historic Sopchoppy Train Depot and lots of wide-open sky.Quick Reference Points & Distance in MilesMashes Sands Beach & Boat Ramp (2 m)Tallahassee Airport (34 m)Wakulla Springs (24 m)Florida State University & Stadium (36 m)San Marcos de Apalache Fort (25 m)Shell Point Boat Ramp/Beach (20 m)St Marks Refuge & Lighthouse (35 m)Florida Capitol (34 m)Dollar General (4.5 m)Publix (17 m)Walmart/Winn Dixie (18 m)Apalachicola National Forest (16 m)Alligator Point (5 m)St James Bay Golf Club (16 m)Wakulla Sands Golf Course (12 m)Carrabelle (22 m)Rock Landing Marina (4 m)Gulf Specimen Aquarium (4 m)Thomasville, GA (69 m)St George Island (44 m)Restaurants Angelo's Seafood Restaurant (1 m)Trident (4 m)Posey's Steam Room & Oyster Bar (5 m)Tropical Trader (1 m) Donkey's Bar & Grill @ Rock Landing (4 m)About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:No Fireworks No Fires No Outdoor Grilling No ATV riding on the property.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 24.About events:No events allowed.

Truly Amazing River Views from every room! 3000 square feet of Pecky Cedar Walls! Sorry, there is NO DOCK at the property, but if you want to bring your own boat or rent a boat, there are wet slips within a mile. The Sunrises and Sunsets are breathtaking! Magical Moon and Star Gazing at night! Snuggle in front of the fireplace or enjoy lounging on the deck, watching the fish jump, and other wildlife. Beautiful Ochlockonee Bay Bike trails are right at the front of the neighborhood. Great Restaurants and Beaches are a short drive away. Kayak and Canoe rentals nearby. 2 bedrooms, plus an additional Queen bed, a full bed and a single bed in open upstairs area. The beach butler lift is out of service. Sleeps 9. About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 12:00 PM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.Not child proofed.About checkIn:Check in after 12:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.

Retreat to this beautiful 3 BR 2 BA home on a canal that leads to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Located on an oversized lot, this fully-updated home has a view down the entire canal, a large 12x26 screened-in porch. Once you step inside you will love this well-maintained, home with a fabulous layout that includes a separate office and laundry room. The large kitchen has custom cabinets and top-of-the-line appliances and shows like a model home. Tennis courts available for recreational enjoyment as well as new pickle ball courts. Shell Point Beach was previously privately owned, but presently is maintained by the Wakulla County Department of Parks and Recreation. There is a pavilion and public restrooms. The walking and golf cart community of Shell Point is a friendly group of families who love the sleepy beach for impromptu games of volleyball, pot luck dinners, art classes, and events including the Memorial Day golf cart parade and 4th of July fireworks display – all always open to anyone. During the summer months, highly popular are both youth and adult sailing and windsurfing lessons.The Shell Point area is a nature lover’s delight for dolphin watching and observation of other coastal wildlife. Birdwatching is especially remarkable and an active bald eagle nest is located nearby on Live Oak Island. Between Shell Point and the next-door community of Spring Creek is an entry point to a section of the Florida Trail that traverses the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge and leads to two hidden natural gems: the awe-inspiring Cathedral of Palms, one of only two remaining virgin palm hammocks in Florida and Shepherd Springs, an idyllic blue oasis tucked away in the woods.Whether you enjoy windsurfing, sailing, boating, fishing, kayaking, beachcombing, nature watching, photography, bicycling, hiking, picnicking, or just kicking back to enjoy the views, the community at Shell Point welcomes you to come experience their little nugget of quiet paradise on the northern edge of Apalachee Bay.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:The maximum stay is 30 nights. If interested in booking more nights please send me an inquiry prior to booking. Thank you!.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

September 27th is the 48th Blue Crab Festival here at Woolley Park in Panacea! Waterfront home on Ochlockonee Bay with absolutely stunning views and sunsets! One mile walk down the street to the Gulf of Mexico. Home is fully furnished. Coffee, cream, and sugar provided. You can enjoy walking on the small private beach just by walking out the back door! You can enjoy beautiful sunsets from the back deck or glassed sunroom. Quiet neighborhood close to several beaches.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Kayaks are to be launched from the home and are not to be transported off the property. All kayakers must use approved flotation devices..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.

Experience the Gulf of Mexico on one balcony and have the ability to enjoy a cup of coffee viewing the canal from the other balcony! Create your own unforgettable “Staycation”. This is a unique getaway!About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Adults only.About customRules:This is a luxury rental..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.

Welcome to the Pachs Crab Shack, a waterfront 3 bedroom and 1.5 bath home with 30 feet of dockage and a very short walk to the local beach. Located in Panacea, Florida on the Gulf of Mexico the home has direct water access to the Ochlockonee Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Our home is privately owned and managed.Panacea is a small coastal hidden gem located on Florida’s Forgotten Coast. It includes a stretch of natural coastline, which boasts uncrowded beaches and calm shallow waters to float, kayak, and paddle board. There is an abundance of beautiful shells, fabulous hiking, fishing, and wildlife.The Mashes Sands Boat Ramp is three streets over from the house. Tie your boat up to our private dock but be sure to watch the tides. Negative tides will leave your boat beached in the canal. There is plenty of boat trailer parking on the side of the house. The inshore waters are filled with all kinds of fish such as speckled trout, red fish or flounder. A few more miles SW out into the gulf and you can dive around Dog Island or head offshore for snapper, grouper, and cobia. The options are endless. Don't have a boat? No problem! Mashes Sands Beach is located at the end of the main road, just a short walk. It is one of Wakulla County's hidden treasures. This secluded beach is surrounded by saltwater marshes, hosts an abundance of wildlife, and is a great place to fish, swim or watch the sunset. The public beach has showers/bathrooms and is dog friendly!As you walk in through the sliding glass doors, the calming blues create a sense of openness. The décor is nautical with artistic touches. The living room has a wraparound couch, comfortable recliner chair, and a 55-inch smart TV with high speed WIFI, Netflix and ParamountPlus. The kitchen features quartz countertops, soft close cabinets, brand new appliances, Keurig, Espresso Maker and an Alexa. We love to cook so the kitchen is fully equipped with an array of spices and cookware. With families in mind, the dining table seats six.Unwind in the master bedroom that features a king size bed with a plush cooling mattress, a smart TV, and a private porch with gorgeous views of the Gulf. Enjoy the main floor bathroom that has a built in mirror, pedestal sink, and a walk-in shower with a body sprayer. The second bedroom on the main floor features a queen size bed with a plush cooling mattress and 42-inch smart TV. The third bedroom is set up similar to a loft, located on the second floor with a half bath. Please note it has a separate exterior entrance; the main floor and second floor do not connect within. It has a pull out queen size sleeper sofa, double bed, large closet and a smart TV. This space is perfect for older kids or if you are traveling with friends.The house is completely stocked with blow dryers, hand and body soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes and paste, laundry and dishwasher detergent, cleaning supplies, trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels, tinfoil, small and large storage bags, and more. Let us not forget the full size inside washer and dryer.The outdoor living spaces are the best features of the house! The main floor has two oversized screened porches with stunning views. The front porch is equipped with a large ceiling fan, an oversized two person lounger to watch the most beautiful sunsets, as well as a ping pong table for those rainy days or much needed breaks from the sun! The back screened porch has two outdoor ceiling fans for maximum airflow, an outdoor high top table that seats 4, a drinks fridge for your brews and a bait fridge/freezer for the fresh fish you catch! On the second floor you will find our heated (not during the summer months) four person hot tub, propane grill and 4 high top chairs. On the ground floor, we have an amazing outdoor shower, perfect for a refreshing and much needed rinse right after the boat or beach. The outdoor shower is equipped with hot and cold water as well as shampoo, conditioner and body wash. On the ground floor, there are beach chairs, boogie boards, skim boards, umbrella, and a beach cart. Take a ride on the two beach cruiser bikes to explore the area or have the kids hop on a skateboard or scooter to take a sunset stroll down to the beach. Love being on the water? There is a two person kayak and stand up paddle board readily available with paddles and lifejackets. We welcome your well-behaved dog of all shapes and sizes. Your fur baby will feel at home. No need to bring your dog bowls, there are two sets. There is plenty of yard space to play and they are allowed on the beach. The outdoor shower is the perfect dog washing station. Please contact us in advance upon booking for the dog policy information. There is an additional non-refundable $100 cleaning charge to assure the home is allergen-free for the next incoming guest.The area restaurants offer everything from casual river-front dining featuring continental cuisine and coastal specialties. Angelo's Seafood Restaurant is a locally owned and operated seafood spot that serves fresh recipes inspired by the Greek owners. The Salty Donkey at Rock Landing has fried seafood specials and delicious house drinks. Posey's Steam Room and Oyster Bar have a great grilled grouper sandwich and fries. One of the locals all time favorites, Trident, has creative and tasteful cuisines that are served sea to table. Trident also offers a spectacular Brunch, live music and their newly opened downstairs bar. As for groceries, be sure to stop at the Publix grocery store in Crawfordville on your way in to stock up on your favorite treats. The Coastal Market and the Dollar General Store will have your basic grocery items for a quick purchase. Mineral Springs Seafood is a seafood market that has the most amazing seafood dips and smoked fish. My Way Seafood is a seafood market known for its fresh catch seafood.Are you interested in checking out the local attractions? Bald Point State Park has more than 4,800 acres of coastal wilderness dotted with freshwater ponds and tidal marshes. You can hike along the nature trails to view the many local and migratory birds that frequent the area and enjoy seasonal wildflowers and wildlife. Dog Island is a privately owned small and remote barrier island accessible by water-taxi or boat. There is no public land or amenities on the island, however, you may wish to walk the beachfront. The water is clear to view the beautiful sea life. Visit the Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory. There is a collection of sea water tanks and aquariums, and they focus on local creatures such as seahorses and hermit crabs, emerald eyed spiny box fish, electric rays, and red and white spotted calico crabs – just a few of the endless living treasures of north Florida’s coast.Guests can relax and unwind in this serene retreat. Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots to check out.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Take it easy at this Ochockonee bay-waterfront cottage getaway. Sits on a beautiful 1/2 acre wooded lot with old Florida charm. This home has been updated and has a very cozy interior. Do some fishing with 100ft of saltwater or just put your toes in the sand on your own beach in the backyard. Relax with those that matter the most. Boat ramp 5 mins away. There is room to park your boat or RV. Amazing sunsets from the porch over the water is a must see. 10mins to bald point Beach for best sunrise you can ask for.About pets:Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total).About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:DO NOT USE Fireplace it is for show only..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

This Shell Point home boasts 3 inviting bedrooms, including 3 queen beds. With 2 bathrooms featuring a bathtub and shower, guests will feel right at home. The property offers a washing machine, heating, AC, and Wi-Fi for added convenience. This home is just a 10min walk or a short golf cart ride to the beach and public boat ramp (contact owner for details on golf cart pricing). It also has its own dock for your boat . You can enjoy a walk at sunrise or take a stroll to see the Milky Way after dark. Nestled in a serene setting, this marvelous retreat is the perfect escape for your next getaway. It's easy to see why you'll be able to unwind at our place.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.