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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a chandelier.
Exterior
A living room with a white sofa, striped armchair, and a coffee table. There are two windows with yellow curtains, a ceiling fan, and wall art.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A porch with a white bench and a swing, surrounded by white railings and lush greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes

Summary:

Create life-long memories at "Making Memories," a spacious 4-bedroom retreat nestled in the highly sought-after Grove by the Sea community. This thoughtfully designed three-story home offers the perfect blend of coastal elegance and family-friendly comfort, complete with four complimentary bikes and access to two community pools. Whether you’re relaxing on the screened-in porch or cruising down to Seaside for dinner, this home serves as the ultimate base for your next 30A adventure.



The Space:

Spread across three levels, Making Memories provides ample space for both gathering and private relaxation. The heart of the home is the open-concept second floor, featuring a bright and airy living area that flows into a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with a dining table perfect for family meals. The third-floor loft serves as a great retreat for kids or teens, complete with its own kitchenette and BRAND NEW bunk beds. Step outside to the screened-in porch—a favorite spot for morning coffee—to enjoy the peaceful, wooded surroundings that define the Grove by the Sea experience.



Key Features:

Exclusive 30A Community: Located in Grove by the Sea with brick-paved streets and lush canopies.

4 Complimentary Bikes: Perfect for exploring Seagrove and neighboring Seaside.

3rd-Floor Kids' Loft: Features its own kitchenette and bunk beds.

Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen: Includes all cooking basics and modern appliances.

Resort-Style Amenities: Access to two community pools and tennis courts.

Screened-In Porch: Ideal for outdoor lounging and dining.

Golf Cart Access: Discounted 6-seater golf cart available on-site through 30A Cart Rentals.



Sleeping Arrangements:

Guest Bedroom 1 – 1st Floor – 2 Twin Beds – Shared Hall Bathroom

Master Suite – 2nd Floor – King Bed – Private Ensuite Bathroom

Guest Bedroom 2 – 2nd Floor – King Bed – Private Ensuite Bathroom

Kids’ Loft – 3rd Floor – 2 Twin Bunk Beds – BRAND NEW BUNKS



Neighborhood: Grove by the Sea

Grove by the Sea is one of Seagrove Beach’s most iconic neighborhoods, famous for its winding trails, towering oaks, and peaceful "Old Florida" feel. This centrally located community is just a short bike ride or stroll from the world-class shopping and dining of Seaside, yet remains a quiet sanctuary tucked away from the main road. With beach access directly across 30A and miles of paved bike paths at your entrance, everything 30A has to offer is within easy reach.



Community Amenities:

Two Community Pools (One heated seasonally)

Tennis & Pickleball Court

Shaded Walking and Biking Trails

Direct Beach Access via S. Andalusia Beach



Beach Access

S. Andalusia Beach Access – Located directly across Scenic Highway 30A from the neighborhood entrance (approximately a 5-10 minute walk).



Guest Access

Guest Access: Guests are given a unique door code for their stay.

Check-In: 4:00 PM | Check-Out: 10:00 AM

Parking: 3 Vehicles Max.

No Boats, Trailers, or U-Hauls.

No street parking allowed.



Other Things to Note

House Rules:

Must be 25 or older to rent. Primary guest must stay at the property.

No smoking. No parties or events.

NO PETS ALLOWED.

The primary guest is required to sign the Kismet Properties Renter’s Agreement and upload a photo ID.



What We Provide:

Initial starter supply of paper products, soap, and basic kitchen essentials.

All bedding linens and bath towels (please bring your own beach towels).



Guest Access:

Guests are given a unique door code that is active for the duration of their stay.



The Neighborhood:

Nestled in the sought-after community, The Grove by the Sea, positioned at the heart of Seagrove Beach, our location is truly unbeatable. Seaside and a variety of restaurants are just a stroll or bike ride away. Embrace the outdoors with miles of paved bike/walking path right across the street from The Grove's entrance, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of all 30A has to offer. Plus, the public beach walkover awaits directly across 30A from the subdivision's entrance, ensuring convenient access to our white-sand beaches.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The primary guest is required to sign a rental agreement and upload a copy of their photo ID verifying they are 25 or older at the time of check-in.
No Smoking
Minimum age for renter is 25 years of age and must be staying on property. No Events or Parties allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1939933vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seaside Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Central Square - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seagrove Village Market Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pickles - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Making Memories- Spacious Retreat with 4 Bikes located?

Located in Seagrove Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seagrove Beach East and Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Repertory Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Location in a Beautiful Home!

The house was great! Plenty of rooms, comfortable accommodations, and a quick walk to the pool or beach. Perfect location! The bikes were fun to ride, and the food and shopping in Seaside were a huge plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Landrum S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, family friendly beach house

The perfect location for all members of the family. Next to the tennis court, short walk to beach, even shorter walk to the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making Memories was the perfect house for our group!

Loved the neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

DAWN M.

Beautiful Home!

We had a great time even though a hurricane was looming...house was beautiful, location was great and Betty is a fantastic host!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
They were wonderful guests and thankfully the hurricane didn't hit the 30-A area with any strong winds!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay and Betty is incredibly responsive and available to help with any anything.

We were a family of 8, including 4 teens who loved the XL-Twin bunk beds. A super comfortable house that accommodates is perfectly for family time and meals together.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
It's always great to hear that guests enjoy our house! It's a cheery comfortable home that accommodates large families or groups. It's also convenient to the pool, beach, shopping, and other interests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Absolutely wonderful!

We had a wonderful vacation & I can't say enough about the beautiful beach house. It was everything described and much more. The house was clean, roomy, and decorated so nice. We can't wait to come & stay again! Betty was a jewel to work with too
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
Leslie and her family were great guests and we look forward to them coming again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shelley k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house

The house was fantastic… spacious and clean with lots of room on the porches for hanging out. The online pictures really don’t do it justice… it’s such a great house. We walked to the beach daily and it’s a short walk to restaurants. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Loved our stay!

We had a wonderful vacation at Making Memories! The house was great. It gave us space to spread out and unwind. The kids especially loved having their own floor/beds/tv/fridge. The neighborhood was quiet, safe and we were able to bike to the beach and downtown. We spent lots of time sitting on all of the porches and enjoying the beautiful weather! A great place for families to enjoy a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
Thanks for taking the time to write a great review and I hope you can return soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Gina J.

Cozy, Clean and Close to Everything!

We had an amazing stay at Making Memories! The house was perfect for our group—two families of four—and had plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy. It was super clean, cozy, and well-stocked with everything we needed. The screened-in porch was a favorite spot for morning coffee and evening chats—absolutely amazing! Location was ideal, just a short walk to the beach and close to great restaurants and shops. The included bikes were a treat and we rode them everywhere! The neighborhood was quiet and felt very safe and we loved the pools after a long day at the beach. Great communication with the host. We’d definitely come back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Great quiet neighborhood, lots of room

Our family of six loved this house during our fall break stay! Best highlights - large screened in front porch with swing (great for reading), 3rd floor loft with 2 sets of bunk beds that our 4 boys thoroughly enjoyed, lots of beach chairs and toys. The house is right in the middle of a quiet neighborhood and near both pools. We've stayed in this neighborhood several times where our kids can ride bikes easily as well as get to the beach in 5 minutes. It's also very close to a couple of restaurants. Lastly, Betty was wonderful and easy to work with ahead of our stay as well as during our stay. We will definitely come back another time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
I enjoyed having the family stay and they took good care of the house. I look forward to their next stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it

Making Memories is an excellent place to stay. We love the house and the neighborhood. The homeowner is kind and excellent to deal with. I love the paintings, the colors, the decor. The room downstair is perfect for someone who does not want to use the staircase. The house is very comfortable and perfect for kids. The tower room has a new air condition unit and a door to keep it cooler. The temperature was perfect. The second floor porch was my favorite place to be. We recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
Thanks so much for staying at our house!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Beach Trip

We enjoyed our stay at Making Memories very much! This is a comfortable home with lots of porch space. Our party had 6 people the youngest being 16. The beds were comfortable and the A/C works great for the Florida summer humidity. The house could use some TLC but over all for the price and location, we had no complaints. We have stayed in Grove by the Sea neighborhood several times before and we love the peaceful setting, uncrowded beach access and the short bike ride into Seaside. Nancy was very easy to communicate with also. I enjoyed morning coffee on the porch most about this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love “grove by the sea”

We had a good week, the house is beautiful and private. close and nice Walk to the beach. The house is a little more shabby then chic. It could use some TLC. Broken stuff like table lamps and broken beach chairs, a big pile of old toys could need some looking over. I sat in a chair that almost fell apart. One of the master beds (in the blue room) was so noisy, so we didn’t get much sleep. Other than all this we had a nice week. The upstairs patio balcony is a great peaceful retreat. But I don’t think I would come back to this one again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2021
Hi Emma. Thanks for your feedback. We are in the process of making a number of updates to the house, including new furniture, but deliveries has been delayed due to COVID. We would love for you to come back to see the new and improved "Making Memories"
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tania P.

It Has It All

Betty & Larry, I had bittersweet feelings today as I vacuumed the sand from the car. We had such a WONDERFUL, blessed time at your beautiful home in Seagrove that we did not want to leave. The kids were ecstatic when they saw the tower room and their private refrigerator! We ate in a few evenings and the home lacked for nothing. The beds were very comfortable, the lighting and decor perfect. The neighborhood was quiet and lovely to take morning and evening walks in. We found it an easy 1 mile bikeride on the path to Seaside. It was so much fun biking thorough the neighborhoods there, shopping and of course stopping for ice cream. I forgot to mention the amazing beach which was perfectly breathtaking. Thanks again for sharing your home and giving us so many precious family memories.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
Biking is one of our favorite things to do, too, as is walking around the peaceful and pretty neighborhood. We have seen few neighborhoods as special as Grove By the Sea. All of the kids who stay in the house seem to love the tower room and feel it's their special domain. This is a great house for families!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Memories were Made!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Making Memories. We loved the Florida cottage style and felt relaxed and comfortable in the home! We ate in most of the time and loved the big dining table. We spent lots of time on the extremely large wrap around porches. And of course riding our bikes to the beach daily was our favorite pastime. Nice quiet neighborhood! Pedestrian friendly streets kid friendly too!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Beautiful home for making memories

Thank you for sharing this home with us! Beautiful home, decorated with bright fun colors. 2 minute drive to seaside. Plenty of room to sleep our 7 adults. 3rd floor bunk room was a great escape! Has its own air conditioning and sink. House was super clean and up to date. Lots of games to play. Kitchen well stocked with essentials, even muffin tins! We spent evenings on the enclosed and screened wrap around first floor porch. Second floor wrap Around as well, and both porches have couches, tables, rockers and swings!! The 2 pools are beautiful and never crowded. There is about a 10 minute walk to the beach, going up a hill. Beach access directly accords 30a. Once at the beach side there are dozens of steep stairs to navigate. All of the access points in this area are like this. Just plan accordingly, as bringing wagons, small children or older adults up and down these stairs can be a challenge. We would love to stay here again. This house is all about making memories!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making Memories was Fantastic

The house was beautiful and much nicer than the pictures made it look in the listing. We had 10 in our party and it was comfortable. The location was great and we simply walked or biked to the beach. The beach was clean and the water was blue. Great place to stay. I hope to come back one day.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation

We had the best experience. Loved the house. Any problems that we had were addressed immediately. Can’t say enough good things about the house and the management.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing!

We really enjoyed our stay! The neighborhood was great and quiet! Took us a couple days to get use to the walk to the beach as it was a bit longer than we were use to but was an easy walk and easy beach access, never crowded on the beach. Pools were great too! Would stay again! Loved that the family room accommodated our entire group so that we could enjoy a couple movie nights!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed here many times. We love it!

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

What a great property with balconies galore! The neighborhood is well kept with lots of trees and the beach is just a short bike ride away. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Nikki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Making Memories

The house is cute, plenty of space, and great neighborhood. You can’t go wrong staying here. We’ve stayed in this neighborhood numerous times. What would make this house great is a better equipped kitchen, a couple of beach chairs and even a couple of bikes. It would make it perfect. Overall a great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30A Songwriter Festival

Great house and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had. Wonderful time even with the rain!

This was a lovely home! I would recommend new mattresses and pillows. Beds were not comfortable but otherwise it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and experience

Everything went very smoothly
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kismet Properties of 30A, LLC

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Professionally managed by Kismet Properties of 30A

Why they chose this property

We started coming with our daughter and her family to the 30-A area when she began taking her art to the Rosemary Beach shows. After staying in Grove By the Sea a few times, we really loved the peacefulness and beauty of the neighborhood. When this special house came on the market, we knew it was the perfect one for our family! Thus 'Making Memories' became our cheery home away from home.

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