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Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!

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Palmetto Cottage Living Area
Eastern Lake Beach Access
Eastern Lake Beach Access
Palmetto Cottage Exterior With Grill
Palmetto Cottage Living Area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Eastern Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Deer Lake State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!

Palmetto Cottage is a bright and cheery beach cottage in the heart of Seagrove Beach. Centrally located, but in a quiet area near Eastern Lake, this home offers plenty of space for up to 7 guests and it's pet friendly too. The main open concept area makes family time effortless. And the location puts you central to shopping and dining in Seagrove as well as minutes from all of South Walton's unique beach communities.

Enjoy gathering indoors or spend some time on the screened-in porch (or the covered deck out back!). The kitchen has plenty of counter space for preparing meals and beach snacks. Dine indoors or al fresco!

If you want to dip your toes in the sand, you're just a 2-minute walk to the beach access at Eastern Lake.

Sleeping Arrangements - Sleeps 7:
Bedroom 1: King bed, TV. Shared hallway bathroom with tub/shower combo.
Bedroom 2: Queen bed + twin bed, TV. Private bathroom with tub/shower combo.
Sofa in the living room pulls out to a queen bed.

Beach Access:
Head down south on Williams St to Eastern Lake Road. Turn left (east) and this road will end at your beach access at Eastern Lake. For an easier access without the Eastern Lake outfall, you can also walk further down Eastern Lake Road to Ramsgate Beach Access.
Distance: .3 miles | Time: 2 minutes walking

Seagrove Beach:
Named for the thick grove of oak trees lining its coastline, Seagrove Beach is located in the heart of 30A. The coastal villages of Seaside, Grayton, and WaterColor lie within a mile or two to the West, while Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, and WaterSound lie a few miles East. There's no better spot to experience everything 30A has to offer!

Your stay at Palmetto Cottage comes with Xplorie’s best activities! one ticket per day, per activity! (over $800 in nightly value) Tee off at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, zip through Baytowne Adventure Zone, and sail on the Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise. Enjoy Big Kahuna’s Water Park, Black Light Mini Golf, and scenic bike rides with complimentary rentals. Explore 30A with ease and adventure!

* Parking for 2 cars.
* Dog Friendly: If bringing a pet, an additional non-refundable pet fee will be added to your booking. Please contact us if you are bringing a dog. A maximum of 2 dogs is allowed at a maximum of 30 lbs. Please see our rental policies for further details.

An initial starter kit of amenities is provided for all guests. For the kitchen this includes: 1 roll of paper towels, 1 dish sponge, 1 dish soap, 2 dishwasher pods, and 1 liner for each trashcan. For each bathroom it includes: 1 roll of toilet paper, 1 set of soap/body wash/shampoo/conditioner/lotion. For towels you will receive: 1 body towel/1 washcloth per guest and 2 hand towels per bathroom, plus 2 washing machine pods.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seaside Beach and Alys Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Eastern Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Deer Lake State Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Alys Beach - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Canopy Road Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pickles - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steamboat Grill - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!?

As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets! on 27 June 2026 start from NZ$425, 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.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly Beach Home, 2 Mins to Beach & Eastern Lake + Free Tickets! located?

Located in Seagrove Beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Seagrove Beach East and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Seaside Beach. Eastern Lake and Deer Lake State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 16 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roe W.

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

Confy, cozy , nature filled cottage

This is the second time we are at the cottage. Period. We love the feel of Warm, inviting, setback with nature and privacy. Would definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2024
Roe, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review regarding your recent stay with us. We're so happy to hear you loved your stay, and we hope we have the honor of hosting you again soon! Sincerely, Benchmark Management
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10/10 Excellent

Richarf P.

Palmeto house

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: This was a working trip setting up my new STR WITH Tram Benchmark, the home was perfect only four bath towels
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Poole, it was our honor to host your recent trip! We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time! We hope to see you soon for your future vacations to the beach, we would be glad to have you! Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia Y.

Excellent place to 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: We have stayed on Williams street many times but this was our first time at the Palmetto. It was fabulous! Plenty of room, LOVED the screened in porch, and the beds were super comfy. Matter of fact, already have another stay booked there!!! Thanks Benchmark for the cleanliness and ease of booking! See ya soon, Palmetto!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us, Alicia! We appreciate you taking the time to let us know that you enjoyed your stay at Palmetto Cottage. Our number one priority is ensuring our guests' satisfaction, and your review confirms that we are doing just that! We look forward to hosting you again soon! Kind regards, Benchmark Management!
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2/10 Terrible

Frank M.

Horrible experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Suppose to be a condo overlooking pool, but got a cottage that was not useful for us.
Verified

4/10 Poor

shelby w.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location, property is dirty!

The location of this place was great although the next door neighbors are under serious construction (woke up to a crew at 7am on thanksgiving morning). The property is very musty which is to be expected at the beach-the problem was that it looked like they didn’t clean and just doused the place in pine sol, I had a headache for the first 48 hours. I found someone’s wad of gum on the porch table, again, there is no way this place gets cleaned. Master bed was very uncomfy with 10+ year old sheets. Would not stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2023
Hello Shelby, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay. We're pleased to know you found the location convenient. We apologize for the disturbance caused by the neighbouring construction and any cleanliness issues you faced during your visit. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll be taking immediate steps to address these concerns to ensure a more enjoyable experience for our guests. Regards, Benchmark Management.
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10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

Quiet Getaway

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: This was a great place to stay! We were very impressed with this house! It had plenty of room for everyone. The beds were incredibly comfortable! We loved sitting on the screened porch. The kitchen was well supplied with coffee pots, Keurig, pots, pans, etc. There were plenty of plates, bowls, silverware, etc in the kitchen. It was very clean upon our arrival. It was a short walk, bike ride or drive to so many shops, restaurants and beach access. We will definitely be considering it for our next trip. There was great communication and reminders throughout our stay. Following our stay we thought we left something in the house and we called the company. They very quickly got in touch with housekeeping to check for our item.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2025
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We are thrilled to hear that the home was a great fit for your group and that you found everything clean, well-stocked, and comfortable; especially those beds and the screened porch! We are also happy our team could assist you quickly when you thought you had left something behind. It is always our goal to make your stay as smooth and enjoyable as possible, and we are so glad to know you felt that. We would love to welcome you back for your next trip! Regards, Benchmark Management
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8/10 Good

Phillip M.

PALMETTO COTTAGE

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: The house itself is fine and the front porch is Amazing. While we enjoyed our stay, I have a few recommendations for the owners:The linens / towels were terrible! They were old and worn - felt like I was drying off with sandpaper. The King-Size mattress is severely lopsided. The pillows were FLAT and worn out. Also a blanket or two would be nice. The front yard is a mess and needs cleaning up. Finally, it would be nice to have a couple of beach chairs available and maybe offer a couple of bicycles with the rental. This is the first beach rental I’ve had where no beach chairs were provided. This was pretty bare-bones.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for highlighting the amazing front porch! We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall. We appreciate your detailed recommendations regarding the linens, towels, mattress, and pillows. Your comments have been shared with the owners and housekeeping team so they can address these concerns and improve the comfort for future guests. We also understand the desire for additional blankets and will pass that along as well. Regarding the front yard cleanup and beach amenities, we will share your suggestions about beach chairs and bicycles with the property owners for consideration. We strive to make every stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, and your input helps us get closer to that goal. Thanks again for your honest review, and we hope to welcome you back with an even better experience. Regards, Benchmark Management
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10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Beach Getaway

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: We loved this little house! It was perfect for my husband, dog and I. The place was very clean, well stocked and the porch was our favorite! The only downside (which has nothing to do with the property) is the beach access. The public access on Eastern Lake required that you walk through the lake to get to the beach. The other public access doesn't have much room for parking. NEITHER access provides bathrooms. Dogs aren't allowed on the Beaches on 30A, so we used "What's Up Dog" daycare in Santa Rosa Beach for our beach days. Benchmark Rental agency was excellent with communication and I would 100% work with them again.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you, your husband, and your dog enjoyed your stay in our little house. It is great to know that you found the place clean and well-stocked, and we are glad you loved the porch. We appreciate your feedback about the beach access. While we understand the limitations, we are pleased that you were able to find a solution with "What's Up Dog" daycare. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future! Sincerely, Benchmark Management
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

monika B.

Palmetto cottage

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: Cute cottage. Love the area it was in. Beach so close! Screen porch and shade in the summer !!!Needs an update on the inside. Furniture feels mix match !! Kitchen well stocked. We had a toilet problem and I called the benchmark emergency number and within 10 minutes someone was their fantastic service. The starter kits with detergent and trash bWe had a toilet problem and I called the benchmark emergency number and within 10 minutes someone was there fantastic service. The starter kits with detergent and trash bags were nice.
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6/10 Okay

Jeanine N.

You get what you pay for

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place is in a great location but needs love. Old furniture, paint coming off walls and old beds. it has the most random cookware and dishes. TVs were monitor sizes and that is a cheap fix. No blankets and bedding was a sheet and a thin quilt. If you rent here bring pillows and blankets and paper goods for sure. Benchmark was fantastic and very responsive. I knew the place was old so that is on me. If they would upgrade the tvs and beds it would be so much better! That being said we had a fantastic time for the price since we didn’t stay in the house much!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're glad to hear you had a fantastic time and found our team responsive. We appreciate your feedback about the furniture, bedding, and TVs, and we'll certainly pass this along to the property owner for consideration. We want every stay to be as comfortable as possible, and your comments help us improve. We're delighted that the location worked well for you and that you enjoyed your time despite some of the property's quirks. We hope to welcome you back to 30A in the future! Regards, Benchmark Management.
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2/10 Terrible

Could have been better!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage is NOT close to the beach. It’s a good 20minute walk if not more. Very disappointed in that. The two closest beach accesses were not convenient. The cottage was clean but the back toilet had been shut off and when we turned it back on water leaked everywhere in the bathroom. So we could not use that bathroom. Day before we left we discovered the kitchen sink was leaking underneath and ran out in the floor of the kitchen. The cottage had not been used in awhile and was very musty smelling. It definitely needs work before anyone stays there again. This was not a very enjoyable stay.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Could have been better!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage is NOT close to the beach. It’s a good 20minute walk if not more. Very disappointed in that. The two closest beach accesses were not convenient. The cottage was clean but the back toilet had been shut off and when we turned it back on water leaked everywhere in the bathroom. So we could not use that bathroom. Day before we left we discovered the kitchen sink was leaking underneath and ran out in the floor of the kitchen. The cottage had not been used in awhile and was very musty smelling. It definitely needs work before anyone stays there again. This was not a very enjoyable stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback, Phillip! We hate that you did find the beach accesses that are within a minute walk from the rental convenient. We apologize for the cleanliness of the house. We strive to provide each of our guests with the 5-star vacation they deserve! We do hope that you will join us again, so that we can provide you with the best experience! Warm regards, Benchmark Management
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Frank M.

Horrible experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Suppose to be a condo overlooking pool, but got a cottage that was not useful for us.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback, Frank. We hate to hear that you did not thoroughly enjoy your stay at Palmetto Cottage. Upon booking it states that this is a house and not a condo. We do hope that you were able to enjoy some of your stay nonetheless. We hope to welcome you again and please reach out so that we can find a rental that meets your accommodations! Warm regards, Benchmark Management
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

monika B.

Palmetto cottage

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: Cute cottage. Love the area it was in. Beach so close! Screen porch and shade in the summer !!!Needs an update on the inside. Furniture feels mix match !! Kitchen well stocked. We had a toilet problem and I called the benchmark emergency number and within 10 minutes someone was their fantastic service. The starter kits with detergent and trash bWe had a toilet problem and I called the benchmark emergency number and within 10 minutes someone was there fantastic service. The starter kits with detergent and trash bags were nice.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed Palmetto Cottage and amenities of the cottage, despite some issues with the interior. It's great that Benchmark responded promptly to address the toilet problem and that you appreciated the starter kits. Your feedback about the interior and furniture is valuable, and it's something the property management may consider for future updates. We hope you have the opportunity to enjoy more vacations in beautiful locations! If you have any specific questions or if there's anything else we can assist you with, feel free to let us know. We hope to host you again soon for more fun in the sun! Kind regards, Benchmark Management
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richarf P.

Palmeto house

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: This was a working trip setting up my new STR WITH Tram Benchmark, the home was perfect only four bath towels
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Poole, it was our honor to host your recent trip! We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time! We hope to see you soon for your future vacations to the beach, we would be glad to have you! Sincerely, Benchmark Management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2025
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We're glad you had a great stay and hope to welcome you back again soon.

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