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Gulf view Geodesic Dome Cottage just a short walk to uncrowded beach!

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Exterior
Beach
Property grounds
Beach
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 689 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Sopchoppy, FL
  • Popular LocationAlligator Point Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. James Bay Golf Club11 min drive
  • Popular LocationOchlockonee River State Park17 min drive
  • AirportTallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)54 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 open loft with full en suite bath

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Gulf view Geodesic Dome Cottage just a short walk to uncrowded beach!

Now featuring EVSE / EV charger for electric vehicles!

***PLEASE READ our ad and rules and restrictions carefully before booking your vacation or contact us with questions. Sorry, but NO PETS / animals due to owners' health concerns / serious allergies that could lead to hospitalization. No children under 13 due to risk with our loft ladder. No smoking. No parties / events. Max of 6. Positive government issued ID is to be provided to host for EACH adult in your group prior to issuing door code at check in. We do have security cameras outside, but we respect your privacy and none are indoors.**
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Ready for an adventure? St. Teresa is a much different vibe than Alligator Point! If you are looking for a relaxing vacation at the beach tucked away in a quaint, safe, wooded and friendly neighborhood where you might see next to no one -- no hotels, no hustle and bustle, and might even have the beach to yourself -- then you've found it!

Our uniquely designed geodesic dome cottage with 2 bedrooms on the main floor + 3rd loft bedroom with full bath puts a little adventure into your trip with its adorable character. It's small, but really cozy with soaring ceilings (everyone says it feels much bigger than it seems in the photos) and includes the amenities you'd expect, like air conditioning, dishwasher, laundry, flat panel smart TVs, and just about everything else you'll need to enjoy your stay. This is a great little place for couples to have a romantic getaway or anyone who wants a quiet, relaxing vacation. **Sorry, but we can no longer allow children under 13 due to risk with our loft ladder, and primary person booking must be at least 25 years old.**

The master bedroom includes a queen bed with new traditional medium-plush mattress and features a private balcony, while the guest bedroom also has a queen bed with a firm mattress but includes a comfy memory foam topper which can be removed for those that like a firm mattress.

The loft bedroom includes two twins and a full bath. The loft is accessed by a wooden loft ladder that is approximately a 10 ft height to the top (no stairs). The upstairs bathroom is a full bath with tub / shower combo.

You'll have 200 Mbps high speed Internet with free wifi readily available. Our smart TVs are easy to use on the Roku platform, including Youtube TV is provided (80+ channels of cable TV and network content), but feel free to login to your own accounts like Netflix or watch tons of free content provided through the various Roku apps. In addition to the great room TV, you'll also find small smart flat panel TVs in all bedrooms.

Have coffee on the screened front porch and enjoy the Gulf view, or take a less than five minute stroll down to the beach and relax in the ocean breeze. Watch the dolphins play, hunt for shells and look for Starfish, or search for some of the many other cool sea creatures you might encounter . . . or take your fishing pole down to Hannon's Dock for some great fishing! Be sure to look through our photos. Low tide down here can be absolutely mesmerizing!

When you are finished exploring the beach, head back to relax or to cook up your fresh catch of the day. After hitting the outdoor shower to rinse the sand from your feet, you'll find that our open kitchen has all of the basic amenities you might need, including a cook top stove and a small countertop oven and microwave, various dishes, pots, pans, blender, etc. There is a K-cup style coffee machine with complimentary K cups and a traditional brew pot as well. While we do not have a dining table, you'll find bar-seating for four quite ample. Our two large sofas are ultra-comfy and roomy if you prefer to eat in front of the TV like many of us do.

There's no need to pack a ton of clothes! Travel light and easy. The cottage includes a washer and dryer (please note that our well water may discolor your clothes, especially whites / lights, if you were wearing sunscreen as it tends to bond to the sunscreen, so ask us if any questions). It is also equipped with a central heat and air unit for your comfort with a large vent serving the open design of the home. We also have ceiling fans in the bedrooms and provide box fans to aid in air circulation or white noise while sleeping, as may be desired . . . or on a cool night just open the windows and sliding glass doors and fall asleep to the sounds of nature. For winter months, there are portable oil heaters in the closets for supplemental heat if you like it extra toasty in the bedrooms.

With the beach only a short and easy walk away, you really don't need a golf cart, but you are certainly welcome to bring yours. Our beach does NOT allow golf carts directly on the beach, however. I timed and walked it in 4 minutes at a moderate pace, as you are literally 300 yards to the path to the beach and another 100 yards to sand but I was not pulling the cart, so it could take just a little longer for some.

We have a newly rebuilt large outdoor shower and brand new gravel driveway (some photos may not properly represent this).

EVSE / EV charger is a 240 volt up to 40 AMP J1772 (combo type plug) available at our carport for your convenience. We have a Grizzle-E classic. Tesla vehicles will need the appropriate adapter. Not suitable for Chademo. Our AC outlet is locked and not able to be unplugged, so please use our charger.

Our home is located just an hour south of Tallahassee off the beaten path, but is within 20-30 minutes of great seafood and everything you may need while in the area. Be sure to check out Bald Point State Park, Tate's Hell, or even charter a fishing trip nearby at Panacea or Carrabelle. If you are up for a 45 minute drive, then you will love Apalachicola for an afternoon of shopping and nearby St. George Beach for riding the waves (our beach is more calm). We are also just an hour from Tallahassee for anything and everything you might want. But please let us be clear, if you are looking for the touristy areas with hotels, shopping, and crowds right out your back door then this is NOT for you! We do not allow parties, weddings, or other events. This is a quiet neighborhood of folks that look out for each other, but a fantastic place to come and unwind, relax, and find some solitude while enjoying the coast and its natural beauty with old Florida at its best.

The photos accurately represent our home, except improvements as noted above that may not be shown in a few of the outdoor images. Please take time to look through them. Note, we do respect your privacy! In the spirit of full disclosure, we have OUTSIDE security cameras (there are none inside), to help us monitor our home's security and for guest compliance with house rules, such as no pets and number of guests, no parties, etc. Sorry, but we do not allow children under 13 for safety reasons with the loft and ladder. Our booking agreement here includes and requires a liability waiver to book, which is part of the booking agreement when you check out on VRBO. We also do not allow more than six guests at a time to reduce wear and tear on our property. Thanks for your kind understanding.

** Due to risk of injury, fire, or damage to a neighboring property, we do NOT allow fireworks or firearms to be shot / discharged on our property! If booking during a holiday season please keep this in mind before booking! **

Also, please be aware that our boat may be present in the yard during your stay. Please do not touch or disturb it in any way or allow anyone to do so, and please keep your children away from it, as they may tempted to climb upon or play aboard it (they could damage the boat or even be injured, especially around the propeller at the rear of the boat).

Also, owners keep a locked chest, cabinet, and one downstairs bedroom closet -- all of which are NOT accessible to guests.

Please contact us with any questions prior to booking! Thanks!

Property manager

Daren Headrick

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
2 children max - 13+ due to our loft ladder.

Events

No events allowed
No parties or gatherings of any kind.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking on the property ANYWHERE.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the owners for death, injury or damages that occur to you or your invitees by using the property / amenities.
You agree NOT to access the beach by crossing our neighbors' properties. You will ONLY use the access point designed in your welcome packet / emails.
You agree to read our welcome packet, to follow all rules and procedures therein, and to agree to review the rental agreement prior to use.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: No parties or gatherings of any kind.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 75-8018232667-5

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panacea

Located in Panacea, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. St. James Bay Golf Club and Bayside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bald Point State Park and Ochlockonee River State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Sopchoppy, FL

What's nearby

  • Wilson Beach - 5 min drive
  • Alligator Point Beach - 7 min drive
  • St. James Bay Golf Club - 11 min drive
  • Bald Point State Park - 16 min drive
  • Ochlockonee River State Park - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crooked River Grill - 11 min drive
  • Alligator Point Tiki Hut - 24 min drive
  • Alligator Point Yacht Basin - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf view Geodesic Dome Cottage just a short walk to uncrowded beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Gulf view Geodesic Dome Cottage just a short walk to uncrowded beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Alligator Harbor Aquatic Preserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Wilson Beach and FSU Coastal & Marine Lab. Alligator Point Beach and Shell Hammock are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and clean
A simple cabin with good privacy, well appointed for basic needs. We were there fishing and just needed a place to sleep and this was a great spot to come back to each day after getting off the water. It’s small, simple, clean and comfortable. I’d definitely stay again if we come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great family vacation
We had a great stay in St Theresa. The beach house was perfect for our family of four. The owners were very great in communicating with us the whole time. Any questions or requests were answered quickly and efficiently. The owners were great about letting us use the beach supplies already at the house. We thought the walk to the beach was very easy, the road to get there is shaded with trees and it didn’t take long at all. My husband enjoyed fishing off the pier, and everyone we met on the beach and neighboring houses were so nice and polite. All in all I give it a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Wonderful host and beautiful space!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Value in a Beautiful Location
This is a really cool house - a geodesic dome. It has everything you need to enjoy the beach - towels, chairs, boogie boards. And just a short walk. If you want to be on the beach you pay 2-3 times as much. This was the next best thing at a very reasonable price. It was perfect for our family to relax and spend time together. The beach is also fantastic - not very busy, warm water, and never very rough. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

aimee h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
beach house
the house was nice clean and had everything u would need. For me it was a little of a walk with beach gear for someone with a weak knee. We did get fussed at my other resident because we drove up to drop of beach items at walk way to beach. We did not park there just dropping things off. otherwise great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Daren Headrick

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We are Daren and Kara Headrick, and we have three children. We purchased our home in late 2020 after years of vacationing in (and falling in love with) St. Teresa and its beautiful natural beauty and relative seclusion and slow pace. Our cottage is a work in progress, and we stay there quite often. We treasure our time in St. Teresa and find it very relaxing. We've made every effort to make your stay (just as ours) comfortable and hope you will love it just as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Once you come to St. Teresa you will understand. We've traveled all over, but this is just a special place of escape, relaxation, and peace and quiet amidst the natural beach setting of Old Florida.

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet -- the beach without the hustle or crowds. Relatively shallow and calm waters for the Gulf and pure relaxation on a natural beach lined with Pines.

Languages:

English
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