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3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included

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Open concept livingroom, kitchen, dining room brings families & friends together
Welcome to The Emma Lou Seaside, Florida
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Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Seaside, FL
  • Beach
    5 min walk
  • Seaside Beach
    5 min walk
  • Central Square
    5 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included


What’s there to love about Emma Lou?
* Seaside amenities included (beach access, 3 communal pools, fitness center, & parking)
* 3 bedrooms (1 king master suite, 1 queen, 2 sets of bunk beds) + a queen sleeper sofa to comfortably sleep 10 people!
* 2.5 bathrooms
* 3 min walk to the beach (0.1 mile)
* 6 min walk to Seaside Square (0.3 mile)

Located in Seaside, the Emma Lou sits on a cobblestoned street lined with palm trees that is a 3-minute walk from the white sandy beach! Seaside amenities are included with your stay! You have access to the beach, fitness center, 3 communal pools (the largest pool is 3 houses down from Emma Lou), and 2 parking spots right outside the house.

The purple door, sea green façade, and white wrap-around porch, will greet you upon entry. Downstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms for up to 8 guests. The master features a king bed along with its own bathroom. The next two rooms share a full bathroom. One room has a queen bed, while the other has two sets of bunk beds to sleep four!

Head upstairs to find a living room and kitchen for you and your group to enjoy each others’ company. The second floor has a large TV, comfy sectional couch (that also functions as a queen sleeper sofa that sleeps 2), a half bath, farmhouse table that seats 10 and a kitchen that comes complete with everything you need for cooking and baking.

When the weather is nice, open the french doors and step outside onto the upper-level porch to enjoy the view and sea breeze. You can eat meals and drink coffee at the outdoor dining and seating areas. On the lower-level porch, you can hang out on the swing sofa with your favorite book.

The Emma Lou is located in the heart of Seaside, just blocks from several shops and eateries. A few places we love and recommend:
* Black Bear – for coffee and pastries
* Bud and Alley’s – for delicious seafood and 360 views of the beach and Seaside Square
* Food trucks in the heart of Seaside – for when the group has different cravings
* Marie Leoni Gifts & Jewelry – for unique souvenirs and jewelry

If you need groceries, there’s the gourmet Modica Market (0.4 mile away) or the Publix grocery store (7-minute drive)!

Please be aware it’s not uncommon for the Wi-Fi to be slow and weak at times. This is the nature of the Seaside area.

We hope you enjoy your time at this cottage as you explore the beautiful beach along 30A! The Emma Lou awaits your stay!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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
If you are bringing a service animal, confirm with us and we will send you The Service Animal Agreement form that must be signed.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Santa Rosa 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.
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Map
Seaside, FL

What's nearby

  • Seaside Beach - 5 min walk
  • Central Square - 5 min walk
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 10 min walk
  • Grayton Beach - 7 min drive
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3BR Seaside house, 3 min walk to beach, access to pool + fitness center included located?

Located in Seaside, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Seaside Beach. Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Newbill Collection by the Sea are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Seaside
Our family’s first time in the 30A area, and we were so happy to be in the heart of it all in this beautiful property. The location was perfect for walking to everything in Seaside, and the home was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed to enjoy our downtime and relax when not exploring Seaside or the other nearby towns. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Seaside Stay!
Great property in a great location. The owner was highly communicative before and during the stay. The house was clean and spacious, including the patios. It's only a few minutes walk to the square or the beach, and the street is quiet. Highly recommend, and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation and birthday mother daughter trip
Beautiful- clean and exactly what we needed. Close proximity to beach, shopping, fitness and tennis/pickleball. It was outstanding
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brant B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent basecamp for Seaside family vacation
We have vacationed as a family of five in Seaside every June for the last 9 years, but this was our first stay at this property. It proved to be a great option for us, as our kids are now older (11, 13, 16) and more independent. Location was perfect for us, less than 1 minute walk to the west side pool; a short jog to fitness center and tennis/pickleball courts; and, a few minute stroll to the Seaside town center and beach access. Marie was a very responsive host and quickly addressed a few items that we needed to ensure that our stay was comfortable. Check-in and check-out were no hassle. A large TV in the living area made family movies enjoyable. Beds were comfortable and clean. Both bathrooms are on the smaller side but we would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Emma Lou is a precious house with plenty of room for a family of 8. Very clean, comfy beds, and well-stocked kitchen. This location is literally steps from the pool. Marie is one of the best hosts with whom I have dealt.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., madison, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in Seaside!
The Emma Lou is a great home in Seaside. Larger families/groups may find it a little tight due to the smaller bedrooms and smaller two full baths. There is a half bath on the 2nd floor. However, after acclimating, we were able to make our group of eight comfortable. The host was very responsive and accommodating. The location is only a few minutes from the beach or downtown Seaside and the pool is within walking distance. We highly recommend the EmmaLou!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mimi d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable !
Great location. The host was very accommodating and available for any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break ☀️
Beautiful house with private access to the beach. Perfect location…very short walk to the town square, food, pool, a beautiful park and fitness center. Marie was a fabulous host and made sure everything was in place for us. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Went with a group of girlfriends! We had such a wonderful time and the house was amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property
This house is in a prime location. 2 (short) blocks to the beach and 3 doors from the swimming pool. The house was the perfect size with plenty of outside space for relaxing. We will be staying here again after the Christmas holidays!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property would stay again
This property had everything and was listed as advertised. It was the perfect location in Seaside close enough for the kids to ride bikes and for us to walk to the city center, but far enough away that it was quiet during the morning and evening. It was newly redecorated and had new furniture and home decor, it was gorgeous. The appliances were state of the art and we cooked dinner almost every night. The private beach access & the streets blocked at night gave us a sense of security for our teenagers. That’s was important because the cell phone service was terrible all up and down 30A. I loved the time we spent at Emma Lou and would highly recommend this perfect location for your family. We had 14-17yo’s and it was perfect, especially with individual access to master bedroom and the amazing porches to hang out on. Marie was a wonderful host. It also came with several bikes and that helped the kids get around easily to all the other locations they wanted to. I can’t say enough about this property and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Great location and excellent, responsive host! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Owner was very responsive and easy to work with. Lovely location. Very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Paige b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location
Great location in seaside. Close to beach and pools. Enjoyed bikes that were at property. Had issues with toilet but other than that had nice time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Seaside
Our stay was great. Our only complaint was that the internet needed to be stronger.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fell in love with Seaside
This was our first trip to seaside and we fell in love with this charming beach town! The Emma Lou was the perfect place to stay. Location was great, close to the beach, pools, and town square. Everything was in walking distance. The house was very clean and we loved the huge wrap around porches. Host was very accommodating and responded promptly to questions. We will be back and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
The house is beautifully decorated and very clean. We were in a perfect location and Marie made check-in so super easy! Will definitely rent from her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carson K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Seaside Home
We had an amazing time at the Emma Lou with our family and friends. The home was easy walking distance from the beach and the main Seaside square, so we were able to enjoy both every day. The kitchen and living room were perfect for spending the evenings together playing board games and watching TV. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maryashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
For our first time staying in Seaside, the newly renovated Emma Lou set the bar high! We recently visited for a week with our 13-month-old son to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary and Emma Lou truly felt like our home away from home stocked with everything we needed! Emma Lou is less than a 5 minute walk from the Odessa Street beach pavilion and the Seaside Central Square with lots of shops and restaurants. Some of our favorite amenities were the beach cruisers and helmets, beach/pool, towels, parking passes, the cappuccino maker, and our sweet and responsive host! We’re already dreaming of our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needed getaway
Beautiful home and the owner was so easy to work with. Will be going back again soon!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joni M., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
My family visited the Emma Lou for an end of summer weekend getaway and have a lovely time. The house was wonderful, the location was convenient, and the responsiveness was prompt. Thank you, Marie, for sharing your beautiful home with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

William G., San Antonio, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location!
Beautifully furnished and charming Seaside home, the Emma Lou was perfect for us! About 3 short blocks both from the Odessa Pavilion (the closest beach) and the town square, it was super easy to get around, and the Emma Lou came with bikes for exploring, as well as lots of items for a great beach day! The upstairs wrap around porch with outdoor furnishings is so nice. Our point of contact for this VRBO, Marie, could not have been more helpful-she was outstanding! Only suggestion was that kitchen could use a 13x9x2 oven pan. Because of Covid-19, we actually did a lot of cooking at home, and the dining table was great for fitting everyone. You can rent chairs and umbrellas for the beach from a company called Cabana Man, the only company utilized by Seaside private beaches right now, and you can have groceries delivered from the local Publix with Instacart. We enjoyed paddle boarding with Adventure 30A and playing some golf at the Links at Sandestin, which is 9 holes and has a stretch right along the water. The sunsets and fine white sand are just gorgeous. We would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

amy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our new favorite place!
The emma Lou was perfect for our family. We walked to shopping, restaurants, beaches. The kids took bikes where they wanted to go. This house is steps from the seaside pool. Perfect location and perfect house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house and great location
This was my first time in Seaside and the Emma Lou did not disappoint. It is such a cute house and wonderfully located close to EVERYTHING! The beach is three blocks away and I rented some chairs through Cabanaman in the Odessa Pavilion and I was there in a less than 5 minute walk. You can walk to the square in less than 5 minutes. The house was adorable and had everything we needed. Marie is a joy to work with, and she was readily available to answer all the questions I had before and while I was there. I would highly recommend staying there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

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