Nestled in Perdido Key, Blue Crab welcomes you with its soft turquoise color and beachy vibe. With multiple decks, balconies and a private pier overlooking the river, unwind with outdoor seating while taking in views of leafy green trees or watching dolphins play. Enjoy water activities like kayaking or fishing right from the property.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10219 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip
Blue Crab – Riverfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool, Pier, Boat Slip
Welcome to Blue Crab, a cheerful riverfront retreat in beautiful Perdido Key. With its soft turquoise exterior, waterfront location on Old River, and private studio apartment, this home is ideal for up to 12 guests—perfect for two families or couples vacationing together. Enjoy direct access to the water, a private pier, pool (cooled or heated), hot tub, and plenty of outdoor living space for soaking in the Gulf Coast sunshine.
Outdoor Living - Multiple decks and balconies with river, beach, and treetop views - Private pier with fishing, outdoor shower, and boat tie ups - Hammock, swing, and beach gear storage - Complimentary boat slip (10 ft wide, 26 ft long, max weight 8,000 lbs) - Two complimentary kayaks for guest use - Large riverside deck with Weber gas grill, dining area, and comfortable seating - Beach volleyball court and open sand area for games - Private beach on Old River - Cooled pool (complimentary in the warmer months) - Saltwater pool (heated in cooler months for an additional fee) - Hot tub for relaxation after a day on the water
Indoor Comforts Bright, airy interiors feature white walls, warm wood floors, and expansive glass for endless river views. The open floor plan includes a comfortable living area with an electric fireplace, a dining table for six, and a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar seating.
Sleeping Arrangements - Main Level: 1 King (attached bath, river view, sunroom) - Upper Level: 1 Queen (private balcony), 1 Queen (private balcony) – shared hall bath - Ground Level Studio Apartment: 1 Queen, 1 Twin Bunk bed (private bath, kitchen, dining, washer/dryer, private entrance) - Additional: Sleeper Sofa in living area
Extra Amenities - Pet-friendly (max 2 pets, additional fee applies) - Covered and uncovered parking - Washer and dryer in main house and studio apartment - Energy-efficient home with solar power, LED lighting, and recycling program - Tennis courts and deeded beach access provided by HOA - Pool Dimensions 8ft x 15 ft 4 ft, max 4 ft, min 4 ft
Whether you’re watching dolphins from the pier, taking the boat out for the day, paddling along Old River, or enjoying a sunset from the deck, Blue Crab offers the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and coastal charm.
Rental Age Policy We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.
RISK Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guest agrees to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Pensacola, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Perdido Key Beach and Gulf State Park. Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum and Adventure Island are also worth visiting. With power boating, sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Perdido Key travel guide
Is Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ono Island and Perdido Key Beach. Perdido Key State Park and Lost Key Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Waterfront | Pet Friendly | Private Pool | Pier | Boat Slip Reviews
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Exceptional
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We had a great time at The Blue Crab. The view is beautiful. We had our pool heated, and enjoyed swimming and fishing. The house is great, could use some updates.
We had a great stay. We stayed with younger children so the sand on the bay side was great for them rather than walking to the beach. It is a little bit of a walk with kids but with wagons it wasn’t bad at all. Everything with the house was perfect and we had a great time.
Thank you so much for the beautiful stay at Blue Crab. We had a wonderful time!
The hot tub was great to jump into after a day of exploring ( just an fyi only half the jets work in the tub). If there was any complaints it would only be that I wish the bbq had propane supplied as filling a tank in order to bbq for one night seems a little unfair
Everything was great. We had a fabulous family vacation. The house was exactly as stated in the description and very clean. The only thing I would suggest would be the bed in the lower level should be a king since there is room for it and it wasn’t very comfortable. Other than that, it was perfect!!
Loved the property location. House was great. Only complaints: -Pool was not cleaned prior to our arrival and had a very nasty film on it when we arrived. Also the cooling unit for pool was turned off and water was extremely hot. Messaged management several days in a row w no response. Happened to catch the pool cleaner there on his weekly visit and took care of everything but he had not heard anything from management. - Trash from previous renter lingered around for about 4 days before it was picked up. Smell was very bad. Other than those two items we were very happy w property and will plan on renting there in the future.
Absolutely great location and beautiful views. Right on the water with easy access to fishing. Several canoes available for use, volleyball court in side yard, tennis and basketball court across road all within walking distance. Heated pool and awesome hot tub. Lots of room for family of 5. Nice apartment downstairs with separate entry. Easy access to beach across road but it’s quite a walk. Beach is beautiful here and untouched being in state park there aren’t many people around. It is IMPORTANT to bring essentials with you if you are staying more than a day. When we arrived there was only one trash bag, one roll of paper towels and tissue per bathroom.
Zack S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Stephen F.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful location, entirely disappointing service
To preface, I'll say that in general, I book through Vrbo because we want a unique, high quality experience with more flexibility, space, etc. than what a hotel would offer.
We've stayed in several in the past year, and have had many wonderful experiences (and a lot to compare to).
So, first the good:
- It's got a beautiful backyard view with a hot tub, pool, several decks, etc.
- It's a short walk across the street to Perdido Beach.
- The house has plenty of space for several people to stay.
- Pet friendly.
Then, the frustrating stuff:
- Many of the dishes were dirty, and had been put away either dirty, or ran once through the dishwasher without being checked.
- The couch in the living room had several stains on it.
- The foldout bed in that same couch had an old, yellowed mattress that looked long past its service life
- The lock on the downstairs suite was very loose/worn
- We found clumps of hair floating in the hot tub.
They contacted us on the second day to see if we needed anything. I didn't bring up the bad stuff, but just requested a few additional toilet paper rolls, and a few extra towels. (They didn't include a single extra roll of toilet paper in the house.)
At that point, they basically said "Sorry, those are your responsibility."
If they had simply said "Sure, no problem" in that moment, we were prepared to overlook the rest of the issues. But for the several thousand dollars we paid, the pushback on a simple request for supplies was too much. Not good.
House was very nice, great location and plenty of room for 5 adults. Access to water was also very good and the hot tub was an added benefit for our old bones.
We had a wonderful time! It was very clean and spacious! The view is beautiful and there is a public beach right across the road we walked to. Thank you.
We had such a good time at this vacation home! We have never been down to Florida and had so much fun! Kids really enjoyed the pool and we enjoyed the hot tub! The set up of this vacation home was perfect for our family of 5. We didn't need the lower level but was still great! Very quiet neighborhood...perfect walking distance to the beach! Overall a great place to stay!
What a nice place. Plenty of room to stretch out and all the amenities we could have asked for. Great location on the water with fishing dock and sand on the back bay and a short walk to the beach. Will definately return! It did not hurt that the weather was outstanding as well.
Our large family had such a wonderful and incredible vacation at this property. Not only was it close to the beach, but when the beach was closed down, there were still tons of stuff to do such as kayak/canoe and fishing or playing in the pool/hot tub. The view in the evenings is so lovely and spectacular. We even called the property to see if we could stay a couple extra night. I highly recommend this property! We will absolutely be going back.!
Each year we stay in this area for our family vacation. This year we brought our entire family and a few additional teens. The private pool is everything we didn't know we were missing. The bay is very peaceful and this property offers spectacular views. The neighboring properties are very nice and the owners next door were great as well. The walk to the beach was a little further than I expected but it wasn't bad at all with a wagon in tow. The house itself easily housed our group of 8. There were tons of additional items offered in the house that made our stay better from the kayaks, tennis rackets, beach items, etc.. An added bonus was the option to bring our Frenchie. It allowed us to fully enjoy our stay without having to board her. We will 100% book this property for our future vacations!