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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Grayton beach, FL
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

A family-friendly stay in Santa Rosa Beach awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Grayton Beach and South Walton Beaches. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with satellite channels, and home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area and a TV with a DVD player are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a fitness centre, concierge services and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Santa Rosa Beach holiday home include Seaside Beach and Alys Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 5 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk
  • Seaside Beach - 5 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Few short steps from the beach

All the modern conveniences while maintaining the old Floridian charm. Enjoy the charming rockers and swing on the front porch as you listen to the waves of the ocean.The lush green landscape provides a shady retreat in the hot summer days. Close to the beach 150 yards, upon return an outside shower will be waiting.

This property is strictly an animal-free zone due to severe allergies
HVAC has a REME-HALO/UV air sanitizer- which eliminates
mold,fungus, bacteria, virus, odors

Many extras are provided : Wi-Fi, Satellite TV with smart TV,books puzzle, games, bikes,, beach gear, everything you need to make a gourmet meal, luxury amenities including cookware and knives, Bosch appliances for your use. There is a ceiling fan in each room.
Keurig Cafe-Latte/Cappuccino maker. dishwasher,
{ washer/dryer-in garage is shared with apartment-if rented}
Goose down and synthetic pillows available for your comfort. Back deck with furniture
and cover, Outdoor Weber charcoal grill, also a propane burner plate and big pots for shrimp/crayfish boil, and lanai. The interior was just been repainted. Also, back deck has been rebuilt with marine grade high density recycled plastic lumber and expanded.

There is a free standing Carriage House behind the Cottage with 2nd floor apartment that is also available to rent. The apartment could be rented during your stay in cottage
VRBO # 568650.

Property manager

Rich Soper

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No overnight events and no Beer kegs allowed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: No overnight events and no Beer kegs allowed For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Few Short Steps From the Beach Santa Rosa Beach
Few Short Steps From the Beach Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Few short steps from the beach ?

Yep, Few short steps from the beach is a short 5-minute walk from Grayton Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Few short steps from the beach have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Few short steps from the beach family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Few short steps from the beach is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Few short steps from the beach ?

No, Few short steps from the beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Few short steps from the beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Few short steps from the beach ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Few short steps from the beach ?

There is a golf course next to Few short steps from the beach .

Few short steps from the beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless! Classic old school beach town vibe!
This bungalow in the heart of Grayton was perfect for walking to the beach and restaurants. The home was absolutely spotless and the old world southern beach town charm was perfect for a relaxing weekend. I took several pics to use when we build our retirement house. We had a minor issue that was addressed asap. Great host who responded quickly. We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Perfect spot for our crew.
Over all excellent location, and space was great. Owner showed up at 10, and surprised we weren’t gone when check out is at 11, and seemed annoyed we hadn’t left yet. We had previously communicated we would be leaving at 11am.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy A., Warner Robins

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach oasis
This is our second time staying with Richard in this adorable home. This is quite frankly the perfect, comfortable and quaint home at Grayton! Easy walk to the beach and perfect spot to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Friends Getaway
Perfect for the 3 of us to get away but also have beach and bar restaurants available to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, perfect location.
We enjoyed staying in this beautiful home & the location was perfect! Easy walk to the beach & restaurants. Grayton Beach is gorgeous. Enjoyed bike rides around the neighborhood and swinging on the front porch. Definitely planning another stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

denise j.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach lover
Excellent location. Close to the beach and restaurants Lovely home with many amenities. Host was helpful and descriptions were accurate. Our family had a fabulous experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rudolph Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
Great location to just about everything you need in Grayton Beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A., Warner Robins

Liked: Cleanliness
Week getaway
This home is super cute and convenient to the beach. Host was very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tom l.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th anniversary
Wonderful. Perfect for us. Everything needed was available. A real touch of “ ole Florida”. Front porch was great for coffee in the morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home
The house was just perfect. Perfect location. Perfect amenities. Great front porch for people watching. Short walk or tram ride to the beach, restaurants, bars or shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little vacay
Super fun. Great town. Place was great. It rained a lot of the time😒 but that certainly isn’t the properties fault. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Enjoyed Our Stay
It's great having the extras of bikes and other beach items in the garage. My wife noticed a mildew smell in parts of the house, mostly near the main bath and bedroom. It is a cozy place and about a 10 minute to the beach (we went past Red Bar to the boardwalk, which seemed to be the easiest). We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location
Walking distance to beach and shops which was wonderful since parking is a challenge in Grayton. Communication was extremely prompt. Would stay here again! Note - it’s on the busy road into/out of town so traffic is frequent. Bring earbuds or noisemaker to drown it out if a light sleeper.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Grayton
The location of the property at Grayton beach was great. Easy to walk to the restaurants and the beach. Property had beach chairs and a wagon which made the short walk even easier. Outdoor space at property is nice and feels private even on the Main Street. The bedrooms and bathrooms are small and one of our teenage boys opted to take the pullout couch instead of sharing the room. The breakfast room is light and our favorite place to be in the house. Easy communication with Richard throughout our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy hideaway
Wonderful home away from home but very close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Sam R.

Decent spot but wouldn't stay again
We liked the spot. The home is a cute little Bungalo. It is decorated well and they provide the necessities to make it feel more like home. That said, it could be better managed. Our issues: 1. No internet - the router was completely fried and there was no attempt to replace it before out time was out. 2. Significant mold growth in and around the A/C registers. This is something that i didn't make a big deal about because i couldn't change it, but it was bad. There were green and black blooms all over the ceilings around the A/C registers, especially in the bedroom. 3. The driveway was blocked by a debris pile from some apparent work going on. The deck was all cleared of furniture, etc. Again, i didn't make a big deal about it but for the cost of the rental it should have been addressed prior to us showing up.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Grayton!!
We loved our trip to Grayton!! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Collins Vaca
It is a lovely home & surprisingly quiet, despite being on the "main drag".
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Allison L.

Great location
First of all the location in Grayton Beach was great. Close enough to walk to the beach and restaurants. Owner and property manager were friendly , quick to respond to issues and even went out of their way to mail me my pillow that I forgot. The house was really cute, nice decor and wonderful amenities like full kitchen, washer/dryer and even all the beach equipment available. If I am being perfectly honest the only thing that would keep me from staying here again was exactly what a few other reviewers already pointed out. I had assumed that the owner would have addressed these issues but unfortunately we found the same thing. Mainly that the cleanliness was less than perfect. The house could really use a good deep clean. There was pretty much dust in every corner & tops of the baseboards and base of toilets. Living room furniture is well worn and a few stains. And while the keyless entry is very convenient, it felt a little unsettling not having an extra deadbolt on the door at night. Not that we were scared in Grayton but it’s just something that helps us sleep at night. The property manager said that they were planning an update in August. If those issues were addressed we would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Side Trip
Really liked the location. Very close to the beach. Property has very nice amenities--lots of high end cooking supplies. Very tastefully decorated.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property and would definitely stay there again! We had a few hiccups with the description not including sharing a washer dryer with the carriage house. But felt like this was handled well. The location is absolutely perfect. We were able to walk everywhere. Such a cute house!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Really loved the area. Even though some of the nearby towns can get a bit crowded it was never crowded here. And with multiple restaurants within walking distance you really didn't have to go that far for everything you needed. The property was really nice. We especially appreciated all the beach equipment that they made available which made our beach visits much better.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hope W., Germantown

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This was a perfect spot in Grayton Beach. The house was so cute and full of everything one would need on a beach vacation. The owner was great at communicating. It was very clean with all essentials. I did not have to buy spices, toilet paper, or paper towels which was nice. The gargae had tons of beach stuff and bicycles for both houses. It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay F., Atlanta, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location!
Really enjoyed this cute place... and the location was terrific. Don't understand people's complaints about "dated" decor, but I guess you can't please everyone. Everything was clean, in good working order, and the owners/mgmt were terrific. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Donna O., St. Helena, CA

A little bit would go a very long way.
This is a charming house, albeit it quite dark inside, and it enjoys a very good location in Old Grayton. The house and its furnishings are old, the decor and fabrics very dark. This home needs some TLC, however. The kitchen cabinets were not clean on top (sticky and stained). There is not even a matched set of dishes in the house other than tacky Melamine dishes that the owner requests be hand-washed (???). The Keurig coffee maker stopped working on day two. And there are Post-it notes in every room, telling the guests what to do or not do, some of them rather ridiculous. You have to do better than this with a rental property, especially at the prices in Grayton Beach. I had a large home there for ten years and could never have got away with this. I would say: (1) Dispense with the Post-it notes and either take the item out or make sure it works properly. Don't advertise a fireplace and then tell people they cannot use it, for example.; (2) Clean the cabinets well (especially now during COVID concerns) and clean the extraneous junk out of cabinets and drawers; and (3) Spend $30 at a mail order like Crate & Barrel or even a thrift stop, and get a matched set of dishes so that people can have a proper sit-down dinner or entertain a small group. Yes, things sometimes get broken. But that doesn't mean that you neglect providing the basics. You keep a backup set or accept that you will replace some things through attrition. It's part of having a vacation rental property. People have expectations of properties at this price point. You cannot just say, "Oh, well...it's the beach." I book through VRBO all the time and have never had an experience that was even close to this. I would never book or recommend this property to anyone again. And I had admired this house for years before I finally booked a stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021