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WELCOME TO LITTLE LODGE IN SEASIDE, FL.- PET FRIENDLY
QUIET FOREST ST LOCATION W/DEDICATED PARKING FOR 1 VEHICLE
FRONT  & SIDE EXTERIOR OF COTTAGE, FULL DEPTH PORCHES
CUSTOM DECK & BIKE RACK FOR TWO BIKES IN FRONT
FULL DEPTH SCREENED SIDE PORCH W/ACCESS TO 2 IDENTICAL BEDROOMS

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre
    5 min walk
  • Central Square
    6 min walk
  • Seaside Beach
    7 min walk
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

PET FRIENDLY IN SEASIDE! SHORT WALK TO BEACH, POOLS, & PARK, Little Lodge

2 QUEENS, SLEEPS 4

PET FRIENDLY UP TO 55 LBS.

* UPDATING WINTER 2023, ALL NEW DESIGNER FURNISHING FOR LIVING AREAS UPSTAIRS; KITCHEN, LIVING AND DINING; new pics to come March 2023

From the early 1990s, renowned Seaside architect Richard Gibbs’ classic two-bedroom Charleston style cottage has been winning praise and return guests to its relaxed Forest Street location. The cottage features a much-admired deep porch (or “dogtrot”) style layout, with a large full-length screened breezeway linking the private bedrooms downstairs and the kitchen, dining and living areas upstairs. The cottage was fully renovated including new air conditioning system, ceiling fans throughout, and new laundry appliances in February 2023.

The street-facing entry door leads onto a screened porch with direct access to the two mirror-image bedrooms, each featuring a platform queen bed, new storage drawers, dimmable indirect uplighting, large shuttered window and smart TV. The inviting private ensuite bathroom for each bedroom includes a walk-in shower with frameless glass door and rain showerhead, new marble vanity, backlit vanity mirror, and heated floor. An outdoor shower is provided off the entry level porch.

Up an easy staircase, the second floor includes the renovated kitchen, dining and living areas, another full-length screened porch and Juliette balcony overlooking quiet Forest Street park. The premium kitchen is equipped with stainless Wolf oven and gas cooktop, Sub-Zero fridge/freezer and Asko dishwasher. A new ample pantry and separate broom closet form a short passage from the kitchen to the completely new dining area with trestle table, benches and chairs. Suspended above the dining table from the 13’ ceiling is a dramatic chandelier. The living area, open to dining, is furnished with a comfortable new sofa, swivel chairs, and 50” Frame TV. There is a newly wallpapered powder room adjacent to the living and dining areas. The upper screened porch is furnished with a table and chairs perfect for morning coffee, and a classic bench with upholstered cushion.

Little Lodge is perfectly situated for experiencing all the best of vibrant Seaside, while also enjoying the wooded areas behind the cottage for strolling or jogging.

A backyard timber deck with gas barbecue, outdoor dining table, and picket fencing completes this compact venue, your vacation home while enjoying the Seaside beach, shops, and dining just steps from the cottage.

This cottage welcomes the four-legged members of your family. Whether your extra guest is a purse-sized Precious Muffin or an 80-lb Grand Marmaduke, your well-trained canine is accommodated at Little Lodge. The village grocery store, post office and bookstore have sidewalk water bowls and lead tie-downs for all visiting pets. A pet cleaning supplement will be included in your booking fee.

For additional room, check out the guest cottage, Way Back VRBO# 2218359

* 5-night minimum Spring, Spring Break, Summer. 3 night minimum Fall and 2-night minimum Winter. Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign registration. No children ages 13 -19 during Spring Break season.

FEATURES

* Features 694 square feet
* Private Seaside residential beach at East Ruskin Pavilion
* 6-minute walk, 528 yards to beach access
* Located on the East side of Seaside
* Private parking in front of Little Lodge
* Washer & Dryer
* Pet friendly up to 55 lbs.
* Peacock Alley Linens - Fresh and luxurious Peacock Alley towels and sheets throughout the house
* Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay tennis courts (court fees apply), 3 Pickleball courts, and a fitness center
* Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 complimentary rental bikes for pickup at Seaside Transit Authority.
* Personalized service throughout your stay with starter amenities provided.
* A golf cart is considered a car, and for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a golf cart permit.
* Tankless water heater

STR23-001929

Property manager

Homeowners Collection
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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 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. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 5 min walk
  • Central Square - 6 min walk
  • Seaside Beach - 7 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 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PET FRIENDLY IN SEASIDE! SHORT WALK TO BEACH, POOLS, & PARK, Little Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PET FRIENDLY IN SEASIDE! SHORT WALK TO BEACH, POOLS, & PARK, Little Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PET FRIENDLY IN SEASIDE! SHORT WALK TO BEACH, POOLS, & PARK, Little Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PET FRIENDLY IN SEASIDE! SHORT WALK TO BEACH, POOLS, & PARK, Little Lodge located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Seaside Beach. Newbill Collection by the Sea and Sundog Books are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Adrian & Donielle G.

Little Lodge extraordinaire!
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: This was a fantastic cottage and location! We loved the separate upstairs common area and separation of the bedrooms. The layout was perfect! And the aesthetics of the cottage was perfectly Seaside! The location to the town center was quick & easy and all the amenities were greatly appreciated! It was the perfect place to spend time together and make memories!
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8/10 Good

Aryan J.

Seaside Getaway
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: It was a great location and awesome stay. We stayed with another couple and a small dog, perfect size. Location is hard to beat if you have never stayed IN Seaside proper. Highly recommend
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10/10 Excellent

Dori G.

Amazing 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: My daughter and I had the very best time here! We loved how clean and up to date everything was. The washer and dryer worked great and we truownjoyed this house and the location very much!
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10/10 Excellent

Dori G.

Amazing 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: My daughter and I had the very best time here! We loved how clean and up to date everything was. The washer and dryer worked great and we truownjoyed this house and the location very much!

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Fairfield , OH

Amazing!
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 is the third time that we have stayed at Little Lodge and it never disappoints. Recently remodeled, the amenities are top notch. Steps away from a beautiful park setting and an easy walk to the beach and pool, it is the perfect place to relax.
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4/10 Poor

Donna Z.

Weird house
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: While there is nothing really wrong with this house, the layout is just odd with the two bedrooms off the main floor, that are really just feel like bedrooms in a closet. There were several items that need maintenance. The shades didn’t work in one of the bedrooms when the switch was turned on. One bathroom had a very loose shower door handle and shower light was out. Thwre should be a bench or something in the long patio area on the first floor. While the upstairs is fine, it is just not a comfortable home and we would not stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Perfect place for 4 people!
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: Great cottage, great floor plan. Very quiet area but still close enough to everything. Definitely would stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Kayla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Management
The Homeowners Collection is awesome. When we arrived, there was an adorable beach tote and welcome kit waiting for us, and during our stay, they even hosted a cocktail reception with hors d'oeuvres and live music. You usually don’t get this sort of care and attention from a property management company. Our cottage was also clean and updated with everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Little Lodge
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: Wonderful stay. The cottage was beautifully updated and very clean. The location was perfect for hanging around Seaside. We will stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seaside vacation
Location was great and it was a fun place for teens. Expensive resort and the $500+ VBRO booking fee was not expected. Overall a great experience but too expensive a vacation for us to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chas D.

Great Little Cottage!
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: The cottage is aptly named Little Cottage, but it fits a family of 4 very well. Cozy and well thought out floor plan. Very clean. Walking distance to beach and to town square in Seaside.
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10/10 Excellent

Georgia P.

Perfect little lodge
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 loved the fact it was nestled in the back of seaside; so quiet but still so close to everything! It was the perfect little lodge....
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10/10 Excellent

stacey p.

Spring Break 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: Excellent location, beautiful cottage with lovely furnishings!
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10/10 Excellent

Adorable Little Lodge
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: Our family of 4 had a lovely week in the Little Lodge. It is well appointed and cozy. It's close to the tennis courts and the chapel and an easy walk or bike ride everywhere.
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2/10 Terrible

Wilson D.

Little Lodge
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We realized our first morning there that we could not secure th property and called to get a key. No one could help and finally at close to 5 that afternoon someone reached out and said they understood our concern, but had no key. She did offer to comp 1 night, but that didn't fix the problem that there was only a screened in porch to secure our pet and personal valuables. There was also black mold/mildew on 1 of the living room windows and another window would not close all the way and couldn't be latched even if a key had been provided. Cold weather was expected and no one thought to turn the heating system to burn off the dust and smell before we arrived and that first night when we turned it on the smoke/dust was so bad it set off the fire alarms and we had to open all doors and windows to air out the property, the smell was so bad! we then proceeded to Walmart to buy a portable heater so that we could stay without being cold. 1 nights compensation does not seem commensurate considering all the issues. This was a highly anticipated trip, the first since "COVID", but in spite of the issues, we did enjoy the other aspects of our trip. Please consider fair compensation for our trouble.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location
The house was pet friendly which we wanted and was located near the seaside restaurants, shops, etc. The setup of the house was a little more difficult with the kitchen /living area upstairs and having an infant to carry up the stairs multiple times a day was tough. The TVs were fine and the bathrooms were nice. The house description said it could sleep 6 ..so glad we only had 4 adults. I think it would have been a crowd if we’d had 6 adults. Oversell we had a nice long weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Hidden Seaside Gem
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: After driving 18 hours from Pennsylvania, my wife and I were thrilled at the location and charm Little Lodge has. It is located next to the Seaside Chapel and across from the park-literally a 2 minute walk to central square. Trust me! If you and your significant other need a getaway this is perfect! It is also pet friendly, so our Frenchie was right at home while we enjoyed the pristine beach and crystal clear water. The staff of the homeowners collection was always just a call or text away-happy to answer any questions or concerns we had. We love Seaside so much that we have already started looking into houses/land for sale. Thank you for the memories and inspiration Little Lodge!
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Austin, TX

The Perfect Trip!
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: Little Lodge was the perfect home for our family and pup! We were so impressed with the amenities, proximity to the town center and beach, and our interactions with the property management company. I would highly recommend this home to anyone and am excited to book our trip back!
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4/10 Poor

Little Lodge
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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Little lodge is a cute home. The kitchen and living room area (appliances, furniture, TV) are nice. However, it’s a bit uncomfortable in the summer heat. The skylight hatch generated a lot of heat in the unit. We thought something was wrong with the AC at first, but the Homeowners Collection quickly had an AC tech come out, and determined the AC is fine, the heat could be helped by adding window coverings on the windows that didn’t have any, and doing something about the skylight. We taped a blanket over the skylight and that helped lower the temperature. The bedrooms are on the first level each accessed by their own door from the porch. The bathrooms are modern and nicely updated, though the tile on the floor could use new grout (floor grout loose over the floors). The Homeowners Collection were also very welcoming and easy to communicate with.
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10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina G.

Perfect home for our family
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 had the best time at seaside and Little Lodge was perfect for our family! This unique home, was our safe heaven in the evenings! Kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed, beds were comfortable, and layout was so unique. Outside walkway and shower were perfect for storing items after beach trip and shower to rinse off the sand. Our pup made himself right at home. We will definitely be back. Owners of the home were very friendly and told us the beautiful history of this home.
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6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

Little Lodge Review
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 rental was clean but we had some issues with the house. In both downstairs bathrooms, the floors were loose and breaking into pieces. The grout was breaking off all over the floor just by walking on them. Our upstairs toilet was also clogged as soon as we arrived and overflowed with the first use. One of the downstairs showers also leaked so badly that we could not use it. Other than that, we enjoyed our visit and the location was great.
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8/10 Good

Kelly B.

Little Lodge
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Little Lodge is a cool little rental. Great location next to Seaside chapel. One odd thing about this property which I thought was kind of neat but not for everyone is you have to go onto the dog trot screened porch to go from the bedroom to the living area. To me it made the property feel all the more beach. The property management company needs to step it up however. We have a good bit of experience renting from HomeOwners Collection and repeatedly there are issues with AC not cooling, small maintenance items overlooked m(broken porch chair, door that won’t stay shut, moldy grout, burned out light bulbs, washer machine not draining, etc.) Of course there are always small issues with rentals and everything can’t be perfect, but having an employee stay in these properties overnight periodically could benefit in picking up on the small items that renters will have issues with. Nothing is more frustrating than being on vacation than having to think about maintenance of property and deal with maintenance workers coming to property.
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Back again!
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: Years ago we stayed in Little Lodge several times through the original owners. We have begun traveling with our dog so noticed new owners have Little Lodge as dog friendly, so we wanted to give it a go and it did not disappoint! Newish appliances, furniture and paint job gave it a nice refresh. I like getting up early and opening up all the windows on the second floor, the entire living area seemed like one big porch! Awesome location, loved walking through Ruskin Place to get to the center of town. Had a wonderful visit, no problems!

6/10 Okay

Jamie E.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Dirt and Stains on Bedding
I don't think the cleaners washed ALL the bedding. There was dirt and other stains on the bedding and pillow shams. I didn't like that! We had to wash everything prior to sleeping.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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