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We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage

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Custom furnishings
Beautiful balcony views
Beach Walkover at Watersound West
Watersound West Pool!
Fabulous Beach Front at the end of the Boardwalk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6196.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Deer Lake State Park
    2 min walk
  • Eastern Lake
    10 min walk
  • Seagrove Beach East
    17 min walk
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bunk Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage

Top Reasons to Book this Stunning Beach Cottage:

* Beautiful home designed by Dungan and Nequette

* Beach Access over the Boardwalk-approx 1230 yards

* 4 Bikes Included

* Gated community with parks, winding trails and boardwalks

* Zero-entry pool w/ cabanas, outdoor grill area and fireplace

* Pool heated March 1 to Summer, and over Thanksgiving and Christmas

* Snorkel the Sea Turtle Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Nearby Greenway Station - NEW Summer 2023!

* Café 30A, Old Florida Fish House, and The Big Chill nearby

* Only 3.5 miles to Seaside and 5 miles to Rosemary Beach

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.* 

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates* Snowbird Season for this property is the month of February only at a premium. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

Captain’s Cottage is a stunning two-story cottage in WaterSound West. Designed by the renowned Dungan and Nequette Architects, this beauty is a special treat. This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home boasts 2,115 s.f. of living space with white oak floors, extensive millwork, and incredible baths. This home was designed for your comfort and enjoyment with a large kitchen, covered and screened balcony, 2 living areas, open style floor plan, granite countertops, stainless Viking kitchen appliances, flat screen TVs, and spacious bedrooms! With a king bed in the master, king bed in the 2nd bedroom and twin bunks in the 3rd bedroom, this home can sleep 6 guests comfortably. You will love riding one of the four bikes to all the amenities of Watersound, varying from winding trails and boardwalks, to the zero entry pool with cabanas, grill area and fireplace.  Make lasting vacation memories at Captains Cottage!

Families will love the amazing amenities at WaterSound West! This 256-acre, gated community is ideally located directly on the Gulf of Mexico between Seaside and Rosemary Beach. The seasonally heated zero-entry neighborhood pool features cabanas, outdoor grills and a fireplace! Go exploring on boardwalks and nature trails that wind through the community, over the large pond, and directly to the Beach. With Horseshoe Park and Deer Lake State Park nearby, a 9 hole putt-putt course, bike and kayak rentals available, WaterSound West is sure be the perfect peaceful beach vacation! 

Bed Setup:

First Floor:

King Master Suite with Private Bath  

Second Floor:

2nd King Master Suite with Private Bath

Bunk Room with Two Twins and Private Bath

** Bicycles ARE allowed in the WaterSound West community on the streets. Due to safety and legal concerns, the WaterSound West HOA will no longer allow bicycles on the West Beach boardwalks. However, they are still permitted on the beach walkover, with the following provisions. (1) Bicycles must be walked from where the pavement ends at the clubhouse to the entrance of the beach walkover, where the railing begins; and (2) Bicycles must be ridden at the lowest possible speed while on the beach walkover. **

AREA ATTRACTIONS: 

Greenway station is 30A's newest destination for gathering, shopping, and dining in Seagrove Beach. Greenway Station features known retailers Wild Olives Tapas and Wine Bar, Pecan Jack's Ice Cream, Coast Hippie and YOLO Board + Bike, plus introduces Local Cantina Mexican Restaurant, Souper Jenny Coffee Roasters, Canopy Road Café, and more.

“The Big Chill” is the community center for Prominence and is a quick 10 minute bike ride your home or 1.6 mile drive.  The Big Chill offers something for folks of all ages and tastes, from tacos and tequila, to wings, burgers and shakes, a stop here is quick, tasty and convenient, and comes with a side of entertainment at the outdoor amphitheater. It's a great place to catch a concert, sporting event, or a movie on the lawn. 

Seaside is a short drive away and is most widely known for being featured in the Truman Show with Jim Carrey. Its incredible architecture has helped to make it famous but also its faithful replication of the kind of seaside town that used to be common up and down the coast. Seaside has its own Farmer's Market, post office, Repertory Theater and neighborhood school. It boasts unique shopping, fantastic cuisine and the incredible architecture that makes Seaside famous. There are activities for everyone: kayak rentals, bike rentals, paragliding, fishing, golfing, hiking, swimming, tennis -- you'll find it all right here.

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Sea Turtle Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 783 feet out from the Grayton Beach State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Sea Turtle Reef is at a depth of 12-19 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

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

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 17 min walk
  • South Walton Beaches - 3 min drive
  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min drive
  • Alys Beach - 6 min drive
  • Seaside Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crust at The Hub - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is We❤️Snowbirds-Captain's Cottage located?

Located in WaterSound Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Deer Lake State Park and Eastern Lake. Seagrove Beach East and South Walton Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and size
Great proximity to the beach and house has everything you need
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage for 6
My husband and I stayed here with our teen daughter and her three friends and it was the perfect layout for us! Master on the main floor with the other 2 bedrooms up with plenty of space for the girls. The neighborhood is great and the bikes are a must! It’s a well equipped property with plenty of dishes and cookware. I would recommend the management company to provide more trash liners than the existing one in the kitchen - we needed to change the trash bag mid-week and didn’t realize there were none below the sink. Minor issue!! We really enjoyed our time in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Perfect place to escape the crowd at 30 A
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach Thanksgiving
We stayed as a single family with two small children for the week of Thanksgiving. The kids enjoyed the kids bunk room and the large tub in the kid bathroom. They also enjoyed daily porch swings on the bed swing, on the screened porch. The kitchen is well equipped and the oven cooked a perfect Turkey. We enjoyed our neighborhood walks and the convince of having private beach access. We love this neighborhood and have stayed in the past and will continue coming and spending time with family here, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Great property and enjoyable stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Captains Cottage
Nice property for small family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW! THIS HOUSE WAS PERFECT FOR OUR FAMILY VACATION!!!
I cannot say enough good things about this property! The description on VRBO was spot on and there were no surprises during our stay. The neighborhood is gated and super quiet, which is exactly what we were looking for. Yet it's close enough to anything that you would need. Having 4 bikes included with the property is a very nice touch, and we preferred them over a golf cart. The state-of-the-art kitchen was unbelievable and had everything you could possibly need. The outdoor gas grill was also much nicer than what I was expecting. Having 2 king beds in a 3-bedroom property is also a rare find based on my search in this area. The management company was responsive, pleasant, and helpful. This place is 10 out of 10! I would highly recommend it and plan to go back next year!! Oh, and the swing in the sunroom was the icing on the cake!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
House was fine but the door pad to get in never worked and the communication to RealJoy was a hassle
Got tired of calling the RealJoy 800 number to try and talk with someone
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
We loved our stay in this beautiful home! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacatIon rental
What a slice of paradise! Super clean, easy 15 minute walk to the beach and great design in this well-appointed beach house. Highly recommend for your beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Disna M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Missed Opportunity
Porch lights were turned off for check in - very dark entrance. Vacuum broken and was needed for cleaning the floors upon arrival. Three piles of dirt were collected and a vacuum had to be borrowed the next day. Tissues and Kleenex not included. No soaps were included even as a starter. Downstairs master sink was very slow to drain. Toilet in the bathroom adjacent to bunk room was not cleaned properly. Bed in Master was not very comfortable. Disappointing in such a beautiful neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lexie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in Watersound!
We went down to Watersound for my birthday weekend with another couple and had a wonderful time at this house! It is absolutely beautiful and perfect for a beach retreat. Check-in was easy, and even though the hot water nozzle had somehow popped off, the property manager was there at 9am the next day to put it back on for us. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking pans/utensils, and it's all Viking appliances! There are also two beach chairs to take to the beach, which we loved. It was a great little escape for us. Thank you so much for opening your house to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

George W., Auburn, Alabama

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty Nice but needs some love
Good property but it need some love. First, advertised high-end appliances were a miss. No ice maker or ice trays provided, dish washer door falls to the floor when opened, clothes dryer quit the morning of checkout full of clothes. Sand was found on counter tops and in the MBR bed. Mgmt company had new linens sent over. There were also towel holders pulling out of the wall and the upstairs tub did not have a stopper. A previous review addresses that tub. Could have been a home run, instead it was a long single. Would stay there again if repairs were made.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Perfect
Perfect for our family. Clean, comfortable, and great location

10/10 Excellent

Simon E.

Wonderful Family Trip
We had a great stay at this house. It has plenty of space and the location/neighborhood is fantastic. Can't wait to come back!

6/10 Okay

Leslie M.

Great house and great location, but needs some attention and a new management company
This house is wonderful, but desperately needs some minor repairs and a deep cleaning. Overall this house is great! AMAZING neighborhood and amenities. My problem mainly lies with the management company, Real Joy. They were horrible to deal with! When we arrived the house was filthy and appeared that someone had been in there after it was cleaned. We found dental floss on the bathroom floor, trash in several of the trash cans, dirty floors (so bad the bottoms of our feet were black), dirty toilets and hair all over the bathrooms, dirty towels, etc. I called the rental company to report it and they sent someone out to inspect when we weren’t there and that person apparently decided it wasn’t dirty enough to re-clean. But during the whole ordeal the people answering phones at the rental company were telling me they were trying to find someone to come clean it. They ended up telling me they wouldn’t be able to get it cleaned that evening, so it would be first thing the next morning. So we had to sleep in a dirty house, questioning if the sheets were even clean. The next morning the cleaners never showed. I eventually had to call and get pretty upset and demand that they have the property manager call me. Once I sent her pictures of the filth she apologized and sent cleaners out. After that everything was better but we were still missing simple things like mattress protectors on the bed. Even after being cleaned the house is still in need of some TLC. There is much more dirt and filth that the average cleaning won’t take care of... dirty baseboard and tile and things like that. There’s also several repairs that need to be made. There’s water spots on the ceiling from a leak, a dishwasher that’s nasty and on it’s last leg, broken toilet paper holders, busted screens on the porch, a missing door in the bathroom, a couch that’s worn out and needs replaced, etc. This house has so much potential! It’s new, modern and has so much to offer. It just needs some minor repairs to get it back up to where it needs to be. I hope the owners realize how much the rental company is letting it go and not caring for it after rentals. Besides the house, the neighborhood is perfect! It’s quiet and charming and has a great location. The community pool is also amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Captain’s Cottage was great!
It’s close to everything - beach, pool, shopping and wonderful 30A restaurants. The neighborhood is bike and walking friendly. The house was very clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. I hope to go again and would recommend the property to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

The property was gorgeous. I would definitely return....
I loved the wooded areas, gave the feel of privacy between the cottages. Walking on the boardwalks were beautiful scenery as well. We biked daily on the property, I highly recommend that. Community pool was so nice. I will definitely book my next vacation here and stay for 2 weeks instead.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Betty B.

Nice neighborhood. Home has need for attention. Mold on the patio cushions and the exterior paint.
Would not recommend. HVAC engineer had to be called out twice. House was 67 degrees and unable to warm. No food pantry so your food is out for all to see. Dishwasher uneven and shelves constantly rolling forward. Second floor soaker tub is not tied to plumbing for the overflow valve. Overflow flows directly onto the bathroom floor. TV in second bedroom did not work.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leo C.

Captains Cottage was one of the nicest properties we have rented .Beautifully maaintained!
Watersound was lovely and quieter than many other developments..some construction but not on our street ,Beach and pool were outstanding,very impressed and can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

gus H.

Wonderful Stay!
Beautiful home and wonderful stay at the Captains Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Return trip! Love this home and community!
The house is very clean and cozy, has everything our family needs for a relaxing stay. The community is friendly, safe and very quiet. The screened in porch with swing is a dream - spent many mornings and afternoons out there reading a book. There are a few downsides: the walk to the beach is long but worth it since it's practically a private beach; the appliances in the house are terrible, the fridge is not very cold; and the cleanliness of the home is lacking in a few areas but not enough to warrant a maintenance call just a slight bother. No place is perfect but this is pretty darn close! We will be coming back again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnne M.

Comfortable and luxurious
I am always nervous renting on line, but this time I hit it out of the park! This house was perfect for our week at the beach. It looks just like the pictures. Every finish out is beautiful, like staying in a model home. The management people we dealt with couldn't have been nicer or more helpful, and we didn't have a single problem during our stay. The pool is lovely, the beach is a short bike ride away --3-5 minutes -- and feels like a private beach. The only thing we missed was reliable internet, but the management had warned us that the service would be spotty. We did not have a personal hotspot, but that would have solved that issue. Our favorite part was the sun porch with the swinging bed. A GREAT getaway!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lucinda1 c.

A Perfect Get Away
We loved Captain's Cottage. It was even more beautiful than the photos. The screened porch overlooking a serene and beautiful garden was a pleasant surprise. It was the perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment of the area. There was nothing overlooked...from the wonderful chef's kitchen to the beautiful decor. Every room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The property has a lovely pool and a natural access through the dunes to the beach. We will definitely be back!

About the host

Hosted by RealJoy Vacations

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Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your Swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!

Why they chose this property

The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!

What makes this property unique

Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Most of our properties come with the Real Joy Fun Pass, which gives you one or two free tickets to daily attractions each night of your stay along with unlimited DVD rentals. Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.

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