ONCE UPON A TIDE welcomes you to the barrier island of Navarre Beach. This island of sugar white sand sits in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Santa Rosa Sound. Once Upon a Tide boasts panoramic water views out of every window. Walk out our front door, and you’re a minute from the Sound. Walk out the back, and you’re a minute from the Gulf. Waterfront views surround our home, and sunsets and sunrises over the beaches and waters are spectacular. The space Step into the luxury and comfort of our large, open two-bedroom, two-bath home. Each of the two elegantly-decorated, spacious master bedrooms have king-sized beds and walk-in closets. The fireplace bedroom opens onto the Gulfside deck, and has an ensuite bath with double sinks and a large shower and drying area. The Soundside bath with entry directly from the Soundside bedroom has black granite counters and a shower/tub. Have you had a great day sunning at the beach? Skip the inside showers and try the experience of rinsing off in our outside shower! A queen murphy bed and a queen sleeper sofa round out the sleeping arrangements with wonderfully comfortable and fun sleeping space for up to eight guests. This beautifully decorated arts and crafts cottage is a blend of classic and modern. The great room features games, a library and a smart flat-screen television with Netflix and Hulu where you can enjoy endless entertainment and fall in love with the at-home feel of this beautiful vacation home. The fully-equipped kitchen opens into the capacious dining area and great room. Enjoy all the comforts and conveniences that Once Upon A Tide has to offer, as this will easily become your next home away from home and your future go-to vacation destination. Once Upon A Tide has a huge deck off the master bedroom, kitchen and great room with gorgeous beach-gulf views and a picnic table. Great for morning coffee. This covered deck wraps around from the sunrise side to the sunset side which has Adirondack chairs for reading and for enjoying the beautiful views of the Sound. When you’re tired of the Sound view, turn around in your chair and enjoy the Gulf view. Or grab a bag and take the kids shelling, or swimming or wading along the shallows of the endless beaches of sand, the most sought-after, crystal-clear waters of the Gulf Coast. There are many bike trails along the property and throughout the area to appease your adventurous side, including paths through the National Seashore, nine miles of undeveloped beaches and dunes along the Gulf. Get away from it all. Relax. Unwind at the ocean. Fish the Emerald Coast. Walk the beach to the Navarre Beach Pier, the longest pier in the Gulf of Mexico, or walk to the Navarre Beach Marine Park. Between the convenient location, gorgeous scenery and the wide variety of local restaurants and activities in the area, Once Upon A Tide provides the perfect accommodation for your next beach vacation. Enjoy the entire 2,000 square foot main floor of the Grand Lady of Navarre—our arts and crafts cottage--Once Upon A Tide. *****Pet Friendly from June till November, only 1 dog that weighs 35lbs or less******************$150 pet fee The most important thing about your visit is you. Welcome. Other things to note STORM POLICY: Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. No refunds will be given unless The National Weather Service or Government Agency orders mandatory evacuations. Dates of rentals are guaranteed (exception: Act of God, e.g. fire, mandatory evacuation due to hurricane) when deposit has been received. In the event of loss of power and/or internet, or any other "out of our control" event due to storms we will not grant refunds. Florida weather in the summer can be unpredictable. We recommend travel insurance during these months. https://www.allianztravelinsurance.com/