Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach.

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Host

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Dryer

Washer

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Seaside Beach4 min walk
Grayton Beach State Park10 min walk
Grayton Beach6 min drive
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

This charming Seaside cottage is conveniently located on Pensacola Street, just steps from the beach. It features a private driveway (with two parking passes), three bedrooms, three full baths, an outdoor shower, and a semi-private backyard. "Downtown" Seaside is a five minute walk.

The front walkway introduces the house with a "Golden Spiral" design. The entrance features a large wrap-around covered porch with seating for dining and entertaining. Entering the cottage, you are greeted by a comfortable open living space featuring a seating area with 65” tv. Dining for 6+, galley kitchen, and entertainment area (music, books, games, game table) flow from there. Murals by acclaimed artist Flournoy Holmes ("Eat a Peach" album cover, half a dozen WSP album packages) enhance two walls. Two queen suites and one twin/single bedroom occupy three corners of the cottage.

Out the back door is a small covered porch with beach toys, beach chairs, bikes and skim boards. Down the stairs is a tranquil garden area with table and seating for 6.

Property manager

Michael Pingree

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Loft access and use is not permitted for guests under 12 years old.

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Grayton Beach State Park 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.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

Central Square - 4 min walk
Seaside Repertory Theatre - 4 min walk
Seaside Beach - 4 min walk
Grayton Beach State Park - 10 min walk
Grayton Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬5 min drive
‪Chiringo - ‬6 min drive
‪The Red Bar - ‬6 min drive
‪Fish Out of Water- FOOW - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach. located?

Located in Seaside, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Seaside Beach. Central Square and Sundog Books are also within 5 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Allison I.

13 June 2024

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

Excellent!

We would definitely stay there again! Great location and so fun!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

28 March 2024

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay. Centrally located

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

13 August 2023

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

A great place to stay in Seaside

This was our 3rd year traveling to Seaside and Idlewild South has been our favorite VRBO! It was close to the beach, to the community pool and to the Seaside central square. Michael was very communicative and responsive when we reached out. The house was perfect for our famiy of 6, and included many of the things that sometimes make VRBO's challenging, including plenty of dishes/pots/pans/silverware, cooking herbs/spices/oils, books/board games, and coffee filters/foil/plastic wrap. There were plenty of sheets, bath towels, and beach towels and the bikes were a nice addition. The layout of the house was also very convenient, and we loved all of the unique artistic and musical nuances. We really loved our stay and would highly recommend this for small families or anyone wanting to be close to all of the activities in Seaside. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lowell H.

20 June 2023

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

Great place

Awesome location and access to beach and shopping.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay J.

11 June 2023

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

Idlewild South is a winner!

Our time at Idlewild South was unforgettable. The home is so unique, whimsical, artsy and fun. The distance to downtown Seaside and beach access are ideal if you want to be close to the crowd but not too close. We've been coming to 30a for 15 years and our crew agreed, this was the best trip we've had. Thank you for the memories!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023