Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
62 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Other Space 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes!
Karibu is the delightful guest cottage to Hakuna Matata. Both are conveniently close to the West Side Pool and only a two-minute walk to the beach. Karibu opens into a small courtyard with a barbecue grill and is privately accessible by one of Seaside's enchanting footpaths. Like the main house, Karibu is abundant in natural light provided by 3 sets of French doors on each of the 2 floors. Enter the living room from the covered front porch that extends the length of the building. In the open living room, you will find the staircase leading to the second floor, a queen-sized sleeper sofa, a flat-screen television, a fully equipped kitchen, and a half bath for the common living areas.
The living room and fully equipped kitchen are separated by a breakfast bar with seating for four. The washer/dryer are located in a closet in the kitchen. Also, tucked away in a corner of the kitchen next to one set of French doors is a rocking chair that provides just the place to enjoy morning coffee.
Ascend the stairs to the second floor and find a bright and spacious bedroom furnished with a king bed and a private bathroom. The bedroom and full-size bath both access the second-floor balcony via French doors. Whether looking for an intimate getaway for two or additional space for a small family escape to Seaside, Karibu is quite a find!
* 3-night minimum Spring, Spring Break, Summer, and 2-night minimum Fall & Winter. Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign registration.
Features:
* Features 672 square feet * Seaside Private Beach at Odessa Pavilion * Seaside is the largest residential private beach on 30A * 2-minute walk, 176 yards to beach access * Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay tennis courts (court fees apply), 3 Pickleball courts, and a fitness center * Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 complimentary rental bikes for pickup at Seaside Transit Authority. * Personalized service throughout your stay with starter amenities provided. * 1 parking pass for one-bedroom homes issued. A golf cart is considered a car, and for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a golf cart permit. * No pets allowed
STR23-002173
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside 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 Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - 5 min walk
The Red Bar - 6 min drive
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 5 min walk
Pickles - 6 min walk
The Perfect Pig - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes!?
As of 21 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes! on 14 June 2026 start from NZ$566, 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.
Is Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Directly Across From Pool in Seaside, FL! Quick Walk to the Beach, + 2 Bikes! located?
Located in Seaside, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Beach. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Seaside Amphitheater are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Cottage was perfect!
Lisa B.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Hello Lisa & Todd, we are happy to hear you enjoyed July 4th with us in Seaside.
We thank you so much for taking time to share a positive review of Karibu Cottage and Homeowners Collection.
We do hope to welcome you again for your next beach getaway. Take care..
Thank you so much for your positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beth B.
5 August 2024
Great Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location, perfect for 2 adults to get away for a week.
Beth B.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
Hi Mary, thank you so much for taking time to share a positive review of Karibu and Homeowners Collection team. WE are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we do hope to welcome your return to Seaside in the future! Take care..
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kirstin Y.
15 August 2024
Another great stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great spot near beach & pool. Comfortable & well -appointed. We have been coming for 20+ years. Loved our stay!
Kirstin Y.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2024
Wow Kisa, 20 years! We are so delighted you love this great Karibu spot and Seaside! Thanks for taking the time to share a positive review of your visit and Homeowner's Collection services. We do hope to welcome your return again!
We always enjoy vacationing in Seaside! We really liked the location of this unit - it is situated right across from the lap pool and just steps to the beach. We also appreciated that it has a king bed as many units just have a queen. Highly recommend!
Libby D.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Libby, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Cordele , GA
15 September 2024
Karibu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved Karibu and we love working with Homeowners Collection!
A guest from Cordele , GA
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2024
Thank you Dixon! We appreciate the 5 star review for Karibu and Homeowner's Collection. We are more than pleased you enjoyed your time is Seaside with us and do hope to welcome you the next time!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Cordele , GA
29 February 2024
Karibu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great,
A guest from Cordele , GA
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2024
Dixon, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
KARIN R.
9 May 2023
Karibu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Had a wonderful time
KARIN R.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
mary c.
26 June 2023
Perfect cottage
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a terrific stay at Karibu. It is so convenient to the beach and the pool and restaurants. The cottage was clean and bright and a perfect size. The staff at Home Collection answered all our questions promptly.
mary c.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cathy G.
25 May 2023
Seaside Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Although there were some needed repairs the cottage was great. Excellent layout. Great location.
Cathy G.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner's Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julia C.
13 November 2022
Bliss
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We thoroughly enjoyed this rental! Very cozy but enough room for 4 with lots of natural light! Staff was unbelievable and helped with every request!
Julia C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner's Collection team! We are so pleased you enjoyed yourself and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
KARIN R.
18 May 2024
the house could be great
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
this place needs a handyman to fix things; bed mattress very squeaky and furniture has stains
KARIN R.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
Karin, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team to address the issues you mentioned right away. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Delise R.
7 September 2025
Liked: Location
House needs a lot of repairs to furniture and bathrooms. Broken chairs in living area and master, and drawers on nightstand and dressing table. I almost got hurt when I slipped off of the chair at the dressing table. Seat is not attached to the frame. No TV in master. Need a TV in master. No toilet paper holder in 1/2 bath downstairs. We stayed for 6 days and there was no hand soap in bathroom or bath mat. And only 2 wash cloths for our entire stay. I did not go on vacation to do laundry every day.
Delise R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 February 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We truly value guest feedback and appreciate you taking the time to provide your comments. We will be sure to review and address the items you noted with our owners and operations team. A member of our management team will be in touch to further address the issues you mentioned. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stacy C.
15 June 2024
Sunny charmer
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Karibu is perfectly located in Seaside across from the Odessa beach pavilion. The rental included access to the pool, restrooms at the beach entrance, beach towels, beach bag and wine. It is cute and good for a couple. There are some worn pieces of furniture and old appliances but everything worked. The property management company is OUTSTANDING!!!Great communication the whole trip! They do a great job of cleaning and maintaining the house.
Stacy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Hi Stacy, thank you for taking the time to submit positive comments of your stay at KARIBU and experience with the Homeowners Collection team. We are so delighted you enjoyed your vacation with us and welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol M.
15 November 2023
rustic hideaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I gave this rental a 5 star with the exception of the quality of furniture and appliances. The appliances must be original to the nearly 30 year old home and the mattress has to be close to the age. However it was clean, and it's in a great location. So if you don't mind roughing it for a few days, it works well. With a few minor improvements I would certainly rent it again.
Carol M.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2023
Carol, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Madelyn C.
6 February 2023
Karibu
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay in Seaside. Homeowners Collection sent someone out the first day to help us set up the tv. The last day, after we went to breakfast we couldn’t get in - they had changed the door code (we had extended our stay) but didn’t tell us. No one answered the phone, so I had to walk to town to speak with someone. Annoying, but not a huge deal. Some of the furniture could use a little TLC, and there were a few exposed light bulbs with no fixtures. Again, annoying, but not a huge deal. All in all, a nice place to stay, with a great location.
Madelyn C.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2023
I'm sorry for that you ran into these issues during your stay. I will be in touch to with you to discuss further.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sara Beth L.
29 May 2023
Updates Needed
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location and layout of property are great. Most furniture (inside and outside) needs to be cleaned, repaired or just replaced. Barstools, sofa pillows, sofa cushions, rocker and upstairs lounge chair are very dirty and worn out. One ceiling fan not working and other only runs on high. Bedroom dresser, vanity and nightstands are old and in poor condition. Property management was responsive and bathrooms, kitchen and floors clean. Would not recommend staying here until the furnishings are updated.
Sara Beth L.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2023
We appreciate your feedback about your recent stay at our property. We're pleased to hear that you liked the location and layout, but we apologize for the issues you encountered with the condition of the furniture and certain amenities. Your comments are important to us, and we are actively working to address these concerns to enhance the overall guest experience. We are taking your suggestions into account for potential updates and replacements. We also thank you for acknowledging our property management's responsiveness and the cleanliness of certain areas. We hope you might consider staying with us again in the future, where we aim to provide a more updated and comfortable experience.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Travis J.
12 July 2024
Karibu
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall, we had a very pleasant experience. The house was comfortable and accommodating. We did notice that in the description of the home before our stay did not list there being a washer and dryer available in the home as well as a K cup coffee pot. These are things that, I think the guest need to know ahead of time. I believe it would make this an even more attractive home to stay in. Only critique I have is making sure the towels have no stains on them. I know that there can be a slip up here and there, but as we all know, as a guest, we are all paying for the full experience and that should be something that is not overlooked. Great location! Be sure to tell the guest, when checking in, that the bikes are not available at the home as it has been in the past so they are to be sure and rent the bikes beforehand.
Travis J.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Hi Travis, Thank you very much for taking the time to give a positive overall view of Karibu along with your suggestions. Homeowners Collection team is pleased that you enjoyed your experience and we are hopeful to welcome you on any return Seaside visits in the future. I will bring attention to the Property Manager & Housekeeping items mentioned that need attention to. Have a wonderful summer!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
TRACY A.
27 March 2024
My 1st Vacation by Myself
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I really liked the home. It was decorated nicely. Only thing I didn't like were the sheer curtains on all the windows. I felt like people could see in. The master bath is not updated but at least had a shower door and updated sized toilet. Loved that the decor didn't scream, I'm at the beach. I loved the landscaping in front of the house. The location was great. It was really close to a pool and the beach. It doesn't sit on the street so it's really quiet and felt secluded even though there are houses all around you. You can't see your car and have to walk a driveway length on a sand path to get to the home. Only a bother when you are loading and unloading and if you tend to overpack like I do. The management staff, Amanda, was fabulous. Very helpful and friendly. She made me feel like I wasn't here alone and had a vested interest that I had a great stay. This was the best management experience I have ever had. I would definitely stay here again and I'm picky.
TRACY A.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2024
Tracy, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Karibu and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of your cottage and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
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