Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat'

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A resort with multiple buildings, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a white fence.
A living room with a large beige sectional sofa, a small white coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.
A balcony with outdoor furniture, a flag, and a view of a parking area and greenery.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Santa Rosa Beach

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Blue Mountain Beach and Coleman Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting.
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Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Coleman Beach - 18 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat'?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat' on 25 October 2027 start from NZ$2,757, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterview with Beach access `Emerald Retreat' located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and South Walton Beaches. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Great location with easy access to the beach and pool.We could not find the pool access key fob at first and contacted them and within minutes they responded and it was right where it was supposed to be. The neighboring property owners/guest were all very polite and helpful. Great for families. Good restaurants within a few walkable blocks either way up/down 30A. We will definitely stay here again when we visit this part of Florida.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Paid a hefty sum to stay in a house with a broken almost unusable couch plus it was stained and gross. Washer smelled like mildew with visible mold. Ceiling leaked on the bottom floor all over the beds. Dishwasher needed servicing because there was standing water inside, it was fixed but took a few days and smelled up the house. Chemicals were left under sink and available for the baby to grab and get on him, if you’re a family vacation spot it’s probably smart to keep chemicals out of the actual house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for pool access and beach access—if you are pulling a wagon to the beach understand there are stairs and no ramp—probably has something to do with sand dunes. The air conditioning worked REALLY well. The water pressure in the shower was great. However upon arrival there were dead black bugs on floor and on white comforter in master bedroom (4 out of 5 stars)—everything else was clean. Kitchen was the newest part, everything else seemed a little out dated. Balcony door handle broke off, they were going to add it to maintenance list. It was nice having a garage to pull wagon into at the end of the day without being concerned about bringing sand into our room. Pool was clean and hot tub was hot. When I originally booked the room I thought I was getting one of the properties that directly faced the ocean instead of the back row—the only thing that made me think that was the marker on the map that pulls up, but we still had partial ocean views and all the pictures associated never showed ocean front. I’m in my mid 40’s and going up to the third floor got old after a while. TV’s and WiFi worked really well and was easy to connect. We made some good memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Near the beach and restaurants

Easy walk to the beach and short drive to other hot spots
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2021
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you in the future. Thanks again! 30A Vacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

We really enjoyed our time at the beach which was just steps away and the ability to walk to several places for lunch and dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2022
Thank you for choosing 30A Vacay and taking the time out to share your experience. We are delighted that we could ensure a comfortable stay during your visit. Thank you once again for your stay and feedback and looking forward to hosting you again on your next vacation on 30A.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Nice place. Needs a few rugs to help with daily sand but the place is great and as pictured.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2022
Thank you for the great review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we’re thrilled to see that it worked well for you! We look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Property

Our family of five had a great stay! The unit is a little dated, but it did not hinder our stay one bit. We have stayed at Sea Haunts every year and the location is fantastic! Love this area!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very great beach house!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was nicely updated and had mostly what we needed. It was also clean with the exception of sand on the porch. We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed your time here on 30A!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seahaunts

Great townhouse right by the ocean.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2020
Hi Michael, thank you for the 5 star review! We are glad you enjoyed this property and its convenience to the water. We look forward to hosting you in the future. Thank you 30A Vacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house fantastic location

House was great, had everything required, clean and comfortable. Location on 30a is excellent.Avoids spring breakers from East and West anc remains a peaceful place with access to beach and plenty of restaurant choices.Bikes were a nice touch. We brought our kids bikes and were able take several bike rides.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spot on

This property was exactly what we were looking for. Steps away from the beach with gorgeous sunsets, clean and spacious. Definitely want to rent again! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2021
Thank you Meagan for the great review. We are glad that you enjoyed the home as well as the beautiful sunsets. We look forward to hosting you again! Thank you again for choosing 30A Vacay
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

30 A vacay

Nice location, but unit needs quite a bit of maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience with us. We take pride in providing a clean and comfortable space for all of our guests. Please always feel free to reach out immediately about any concerns. We sincerely apologize that the property did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and will ensure this does not happen in the future. We do hope we will have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

30 A stay

We have been staying at sea haunts properties for over 10 years, this was our first time renting this condo and we loved it. Plan to book another vacation later this year, hopeful the owner will allow us to bring our two elderly Yorkie, they will be crated when we are not with them and are very calm dogs. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2021
We are so happy you enjoyed your time here on 30A!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The property had great beach access. That was the only positive thing about this place. The furniture was dirty and stained. There were tiny ants everywhere. We had to call property manager to get ant bait to set out. No bedroom door on bottom floor bedroom. The bathroom on bottom floor also doesn’t shut all the way so everyone that walked by could see in the bathroom. The pictures are very misleading.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great beach access, but…

This property has amazing beach access. The community was great and everyone was friendly. The condo left a bit to be desired. There was very limited furniture in the bedrooms. No dressers or chest of drawers to unload your clothes into. There were also no mirrors in the bedrooms. The guest bedroom upstairs had broken closet doors that did not work at all. The top floor sink plunger was completely detached and stopped the sink up. We had to manually unstop it. The temperature was not well controlled throughout the condo. Temps got up to 78° daily and we could not change it without a code. The kitchen was not well stocked, making cooking difficult. Thankfully we brought blankets with us because the beds only had a sheet and very lite comforter on them. There was a tv in the living room and master bedroom only. All in all the beach was wonderful and the community was amazing, but we would pick a different unit next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Hi Josh, Thank you for your feedback. We hope to see you back soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice enough, but not 1st choice

We just stayed in this property this past week. It was our first time in the Sea Haunts complex. Pros—The complex and location were nice. We were a bit surprised to be using a shared pool with the complex next door but it still worked out fine. The communication with the rental company was good and we actually got to check in early. The provided beach accessories (wagon, chairs, toys, etc) were nice to have for sure Cons—there are no mirrors in any of the rooms except over the sink mirrors in each bathroom. Our group goes out to dinner once or twice and does family pictures. It’s hard to get ready for anything when you have 7-9 people using the bathrooms and there are no mirrors in the bedrooms. It was very lacking in clothing/necessities storage outside of one Rubbermaid 3 drawer “dresser”. The toilet seats in each of the bathrooms were all loose. The AC was hard to control without having to call someone. It consistently got up to 78/79 each day we were there. Not sure if that’s just how it is in Florida or if it should have been easier to control. There was some sand still on the floor upon arrival but we normally sweep or vacuum every other day or so when we go bc none of us enjoy walking on sand everyday but there were no brooms or vacuums to do that with. The kitchen could be better stocked. We had to improvise a few times. There were no saucepans at all, only 2 large stock pans. The can opener didn’t work at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us at 30A Vacay! We really appreciate your feedback and can't wait to have you back again soon!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not as accurate as presented

I will start by saying we were super excited to go to 30A for almost a week. Here are the pros and cons of this listing and brutal honesty. Pros - location is amazing, gated community, close to restaurants ice cream, parking, 2 min walk to sand, Cons - they list as a 3 bedroom, 3 bath house - it is actually 2 bedrooms and a loft area once you enter with a space they put a bunk bed. It does not have a door or closet; just a plastic 3 drawer dresser you get a Walmart to store clothes. Def not a bedroom with privacy. The bathrooms is one attached to that loft on first floor, a 1/2 bath on main living kitchen floor (doesn’t have a shower), and a very small main bathroom the two bedrooms share on top floor. Other cons - one roll of paper towels - most other stays at places give at least 2-3 starter pack. One trash bag for kitchen, yes one. For that size property, we have been given a few. Not one. Floor was super Sandy and did not seem like it was vacuumed or mopped I killed 3 cockroaches during our stay and have pics to prove it. One on all three levels. The beach equipment they provided is worn, some broken The pool is next door, and is actually part of a time share location. It appears these units have an agreement to use the pool and spa. Lots of families but it works after a long day at beach. In closing, 30A is amazing. This listing did not meet the pictures and info they provided. Just value honesty for price point, felt misled a bit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Hi Marc, We try to be be very up front in our listing and photos of the property. We do list the bedrooms out in detail and provide photos of the downstairs bunk room. We also lay out in our detailed notes exactly what is provided for each guest stay for amenities. We hope that you enjoyed your time with and we hope to see you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a great place to stay with plenty of space for a family of 5. Easy access to the beach was great! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
There was construction all 6 days we stayed there. This was disappointing. The location of the property is wonderful and the view over the construction was beautiful. The actual home could use updates, the outside doors are falling apart. The siding has rust on it. But again, the location just across from the beach is wonderful. We didn't really use the pool but it looked nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Close to the beach but modest accomodations

We have stayed at many properties in this area over the last 15 years. We chose this property because of its proximity to the beach and paid a premium for the location. With the price we paid, we also expected nicer amenities in the unit itself. The unit if part of an older complex and the age shows in the condo. While it has been updated in parts, the finishes are cheap. For example, there was loose flooring on the steps, towel racks falling off the wall, loose door jambs, poor draining tub, poor heating and plastic drawers (the sterilite kind) for your clothes. We stayed over Thanksgiving and the lows were in the 40's so the bedroom on the first floor next to the garage where my kids slept didn't heat. That bedroom is really an open loft space because you walk through the bedroom to exit/enter the house and to exit/enter the garage. The kitchen is poorly equipped. Since we were there over Thanksgiving, we attempted to cook a nice meal for the family, but the kitchen didn't have simple tools like a cheese grater, mixing bowls, large serving bowls, muffin/loaf pans. The description of the property included a pool and hot tub. However, the pool and hot tub are attached to a different property with a locked gate. I am not sure if we are allowed to use them because the property manager didn't provide a code for the gate. We did appreciate having the cruiser bikes and beach chairs/umbrellas provided. A 2 minute walk on the boardwalk to the beach was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 January 2022
Thank you for the review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we’re thrilled to see that it worked well for you! We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Sincerely , 30A Vacay Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Can’t get closer to the boardwalk to the beach, which wasn’t too crowded. Very nice to have a pool too for kids. Close to great restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021
Hi Warren, thank you for the great review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you in the future! Thank you 30A Vacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The property was really nice and clean. Good location with a nice view of the water

We would recommend staying here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2022
Thank you for the great review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we’re thrilled to see that it worked well for you! We look forward to hosting you again soon. Sincerely, 30A Vacay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet getaway

This condo is in a really nice quiet gated area. The beach chairs, beach toys, and bikes in the garage were a huge bonus for our family. The walk is short to the beach and was easy for us to go back and forth to get snacks, use restroom, etc. The condo is updated and had all the kitchen items we needed. The bunk bed room on the first level does not have a door to shut off that room for privacy but our kids didn't mind. It was a great space. My only recommendation is this unit might consider supplying a broom and dust pan. We tracked in a lot of sand over the week but had no way to sweep it up. We would come back here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2020
Thank you very much for the great review! We are glad you enjoyed the condo and all it had to offer. Thank you also for the helpful feedback, we will definitely get a broom and dustpan in there. We look forward to hosting you in the future. Thank you 30A Vacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The rental process was painless. Customer service was wonderful. We texted our contact, and he/she was immediately back in touch. The property was clean, comfortable, and family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2020
Thank you for the great review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Emerald Retreat and we’re thrilled to see that it worked well for you! We look forward to hosting you again in the near future. Sincerely , 30A Vacay Team
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