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Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

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Seaside, FL
  • Seaside Beach
    2 min walk
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre
    3 min walk
  • Central Square
    3 min walk
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!

Home Highlights:
- Beach chairs, umbrella, floats, and other beach toys included
- 2 adult sized beach cruisers
-4 houses to the private beach access in Seaside at the Savannah pavilion
-Up to 6 Wrist Bands TOTAL for private beach access (per Seaside guidelines they will not provide us with more bands than the home
sleeps)- Walking/biking distance to Seaside beaches, shops, playgrounds, and restaurants
- Spacious screened in outdoor porch with sitting area
- Outdoor firepit
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Access to Seaside pools (3), fitness center, and private beaches**
- Sandpiper Linen Program Participant: All linen, bedding and bath, are the highest quality. 450 thread count sheets for each bed and oversized towels in each bathroom are provided.

Professionally designed interiors throughout! Formerly the original "Sandpiper" cottage, Leave of Absence is the new property name now.

Four cottages up from the beach and directly in Seaside proper, you’re sure to see several sandpipers of your own running along the white, sandy beaches of Seaside while staying in our Leave of Absence cottage! Inside our cottage you’ll find an inviting living room complete with custom sectional, additional seating, updated furnishings, and flat screen TV. A short hallway away is a kitchen fit for a culinary king! Stainless steel appliances are flanked by designer cabinetry and black Corian countertops with a comfortable dining area to sit and enjoy your breakfast before heading out to the beach! A European designed full bathroom (shower only) downstairs alongside the washer/dryer and outside shower complete the main level.

Upstairs you’ll find your two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed, flat screen TV, and French doors that take you out to your own private balcony. Enjoy your morning coffee on one of the four Adirondack chairs or your afternoon cocktail after a day of shopping around town! The second bedroom sleeps 4 with one full bed and two twins. Located in the hallway is another beautifully updated and large European designed bathroom with shower and vintage free-standing bathtub will allow you to enjoy a soak in style.

We are located 2 blocks west of the town square and the 4th cottage up from the beach, Leave of Absence is a vacationer's dream! The swim/tennis/fitness center is at the other end of Savannah Street – only 100 yards away!

Accommodations:(sleeps 6)
Main Floor:
-European designed full bathroom (shower only)
the washer/dryer are located outside with the outdoor shower
Second Floor:
Bedroom1: Master Suite- King bed, flat screen TV, and French doors that take you out to your own private balcony
Bedroom 2: One full bed and Two twin beds- sleeps up to 4
Hallway: Large shared European designed bathroom with shower and vintage free-standing bathtub will allow you to enjoy a soak in style.

**Please note we automatically include the cost of swim and fitness passes to our Seaside reservations. This charge is optional with Sandpiper Vacation Rentals and listed as part of the “HOST FEES” in VRBO’s cost breakdown. The cost for this cottage is $47/day. Please call us if you would like to remove this charge after booking.
*Additional fees are required to reserve Pickleball and Tennis courts paid directly to the Seaside amenity Center.
*Seaside amenities: Playground, Pickleball Courts, Tennis Courts, Croquet Lawn, Basketball, 3 community pools including a covered pool, Adult only pool and Family pool, Chapel with Sunday services, Walkable Town Center from rental home including shopping, restaurants and upscale grocery market.

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Alys 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Seaside, FL

What's nearby

  • Seaside Beach - 2 min walk
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 3 min walk
  • Central Square - 3 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk
  • Grayton Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit! located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is steps away from Seaside Beach, Seaside Repertory Theatre and Sundog Books. Central Square and Seaside Amphitheater are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

victoria s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
oct 24
great location - close to the beach and close to the towncenter. perfect for the 4 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leave of Absence
Great little home. Very peaceful and the location was the best part. No real complaints. Might could have used a new blind or 2 on the windows.. i would stay again would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home
Beautifully decorated, clean, cozy cottage just 4 houses from the beach. Gorgeous home and Seaside is such a beautiful area. Great communication from the property management company. Overall excellent experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splash
Very nice little cottage with nice beach themed home decor and excellent location in Seaside. Perfect for our group of 5. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
The house was comfortable, equipped with 2 clean bikes, and in a perfect location (walk to everything) for us; we loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
We enjoyed our stay at Sandpiper. We could tell there was some transition work starting to happen as the property just sold but looks to be for the better! While there were no closets, the smart use of storage with hooks and drawers under beds took care of that no problem. It had everything we needed, the furniture and beds were quite comfortable and I loved having my coffee out on the balcony or front porch. Our 11 and 13yr old kids had adequate space in their room and their favorite part was walking into town to grab food at the airstreams. We did use the exercise amenities, indoor pool and paid to rent the pickleball court for an hour so that was a nice addition to have when the weather was rainy. Thanks for a great stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Seaside Experience
I had a wonderful time staying at this property! The location was superb with easy access to the beach and right around the corner from the town square. The cottage was clean and fresh with up-to-date finishes and comfortable furnishings. Will seek this location out again for a future stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seaside Getaway
We had a wonderful time at Persuasion. Cottage was clean and well stocked for our needs. Close proximity to the city center and the beach. Only slight issue was the downstairs bathtub stopper didn’t work, but we figured out a work around. We would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location
Family of 5 stayed for a week. The house was the perfect size and was well equipped and in great condition and very clean with recently updated furniture. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were spacious. Kitchen was well equipped with updated appliances. Screened in porch was everyone’s favorite place to start the day and wind it down. Lots of TVs that were never turned on. Excellent location only a 3 min walk to downtown and to the beach. We have no complaints and would stay there again without a thought.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Sandpiper Review
Overall I would highly recommend this property because it is on the east side of downtown Seaside and within walking distance to the beach and town center. The property has great parking for two cars which is hard to find at Seaside. Very convenient location to shops, dining, the beach and great place for pets!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Beach Cottage
Family has enjoyed Seaside for over twenty years. Have experienced both the largest and smallest homes. We look for comfort and atmosphere. Sandpiper was perfect! Wonderful beach cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dempsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seaside stay
Great locations minutes from the beach. The property is small but worked well for a family of four. Everything functioned in the house but the house is becoming a bit tired and needs a refresh. Sofa and chairs are getting well used and worn out. The king bed in the master did not have a proper headboard and my pillow kept sliding away, which was a bit annoying. When we arrived the water pipe burst under the house and had to be fixed. The property management gets credit for addressing it immediately and fixing it right away. Good experience overall but will stay at a bigger house next time with a proper street view.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F., Olathe, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Sandpiper
It was perfect for us , my daughter and two granddaughters. Loved the location to the beach and seaside shopping. The house needs a few repairs but we had a wonderful time. Thank you for sharing your home. We have always loved Seaside.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P., Davidson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll be back!
Fantastic location, a 2 minute walk to the beach, and short walk to town center. Perfect size for my wife, daughter and I. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for walking, bike riding and generally doing!
Very pleased, just could have used a little more utensils
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable week at the Sandpiper
Perfect property location for beach and town of seaside. Relaxing porch and fire pit. Overall excellent accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We loved the location because we could walk to everything Seaside has to offer. Finding the key and getting into the house after dark was a little challenging.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Leslie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location to beach and seaside center. This is a small house - looked bigger online but it was
It was overall good. Smaller than I thought. Got hot upstairs during the day. Need to let renters know there are NO closets. Tvs upstairs don’t work. Good location to everything. Couch on screen porch stinks of mildew.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Kathleen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Love Seaside!
First, I thought Sandpiper realty was awesome! They were very kind and quick to help us with small issues (broken toaster and hairdryer). Thank you!! My husband and I shared this house with our 17 year old daughter and two of her friends. While the property is in an excellent location, close to the beach and town, we didn’t realize that it Is surrounded by other homes, not on the street. It has a nice porch, but can feel a bit claustrophobic because it closely faces homes on all sides. Our biggest problem was the layout of the home. It is much smaller than pictures make it seem. I wish we had known that there is no connected bathroom for the master bedroom. The 2 bedrooms are upstairs. The master bathroom is across the hall, next to the bunkbed room. The people in the bunkbed room use the bathroom downstairs off of the family room. This may not be an issue if you have a family with young children. For us, with three 17 year old females, it was very uncomfortable, especially for my husband. Overall, not a bad house, just not great for a group with these ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Location
This house was perfect for our family of 4. Awesome location so close to the beach with private beach access so it was never crowded. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandpiper
Very conveniently located to Seaside and the beach. Timely response to maintenance issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot!
We loved everything about this home. Location, decor, peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Atif S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
new year stay
Minor issues - overall excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

February 2017 Stay
Our family had a wonderful break at Seaside in Sandpiper! We'll definitely be back. We were able to get one perfect day at the beach and my girls loved riding bikes the rest of the weekend. There are so many wonderful places to eat on 30A but we had great meals at Red Bar and Local Catch this trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

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