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Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown.

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
Choice of coffee makers. Mr Coffee 12 cup or single Keurig.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Apalachicola, FL
  • Dixie Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Downtown Books & Purl
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary North Bedroom

1 King Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

North Bathroom

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

South Bathroom

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown.

A front porch with a view of Apalachicola’s historic Chestnut Cemetery welcomes you to a completely renovated cottage with the comforts of home including a modern kitchen, vaulted ceilings, nickel-gap and original hard pine flooring. Outside the up-cycled garden gate and fence welcomes you to meandering garden paths embellished with sculptures along with a variety species of plants. Potted herbs when in season are available for you to enjoy. Relax on the bench and smell the flowers and watch the birds taking turns in the birdbath while taking in the textures and colors of the garden designed by a local renowned landscape designer.
Located a scenic 15 minutes drive to the pristine beaches of Cape San Blas and St George Island which was ranked the number ONE beach in America 2023 by Dr. Beach.
Works of local artists embellish the space of this beautiful home making it a place of joy to be shared with loved ones. A gas grill is ready for use off the back steps. A doggie gate is available for your convenience. Beach chairs, beach toys, and an umbrella are available in the plastic chest located just outside of the back door.

Property manager

Daphne Evanoff

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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$50 pet fee Couch cover + Pet gate by request
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside in garden or porch. Please clean ashtray when you leave.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 first aid kit

About the area

Apalachicola

Located in Apalachicola, this cottage is by the sea. Orman House Historic State Park and Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Downtown Books & Purl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Apalachicola, FL

What's nearby

  • Apalachicola Chocalate Company - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dixie Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grady Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Station Raw Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar 98 - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of John Gorrie State Museum, Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Dixie Theatre. Orman House Historic State Park and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

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

Wonderful

This place is just perfect. I'd be back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter p.

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

Very quite neighbors

Great location, walk to the Pig or down town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

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

just a visit to the area

We walked everywhere as this location was ideal. Very comfortable property and delightful hostess. Made several purchases at her gallery. We so enjoyed sittingin the yard or on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy O.

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

Apalachicola

Great little two bedroom/2 bath home- no close neighbors- all amenities- close to grocery store- and downtown beautiful yard out back with lounging chaises. Very comfortable…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Perfect Oasis

This darling, well renovated cottage was our perfect get away! Close to downtown and in a quiet neighborhood. It was perfect for me, my husband and our dog. Beautiful artwork and a lovely workshop that Daphne shared with me!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect!!!

The property was wonderful. The location to places of interest, boutique shops, great restaurants, grocery store, gas … everything you might need or want was 2 blocks away. The host was gracious, knowledgeable of the area & very helpful. We will stay here again without hesitation & recommend it to friends…Perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

A Little Slice of Heaven!

We were away for 8 weeks and this was our final destination before heading home. It was also the best destination, adorable cottage and relaxing time! Daphne’s cottage was perfection all around. The artwork, the fenced in back yard, colorful dishes..truly all the comforts of home. Beds super comfy! The location was so close to everything, so many dining options, beautiful galleries and all dog friendly! I hope we can make this a destination vacation in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

wonderful home away from home

We loved our stay at this VRBO in Apalachicola. It was very comfortable, warm, cozy, and dog friendly. We enjoyed the closeness to town and the privacy of the backyard. The beds and baths were clean and comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with everything necessary to prepare a light lunch or a full dinner.Daphne was super responsive to all questions and made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Clean, comfortable, and charming. A great place to stay.

We enjoyed our time spent in Apalachicola.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great time!

Wonderful place to stay! Charming, clean and convenient to town. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back…would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sage P.

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

Very Homey, and perfect place.

We enjoyed our stay at this adorable small cottage. Daphne was very accommodating and so sweet! It’s the perfect place to stay for any occasion or any time of year. The back yard was extremely convenient for our fur babies!! Not to mention, the house was extremely clean, and stocked with everything you could need!! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Artsy Cottage

Absolutely loved our stay at this little gem. Perfect location, quiet, clean and wonderfully stocked and organized. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristall l.

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

wonderful stay

The cottage is very well designed, very comfortable. We walked to town, did not need the car. The piggly wiggly and CVS are very close. The garden is enclosed so my dog could not get out.Dapne is very nice and helpful. Our stay was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Great location

Excellent location and great home
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana W.

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

Great place

We absolutely love this place. It has all the amenities you need and more. The Host - Daphne is very accommodating and a talented artist. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia A.

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

Great Cottage

Very clean and convenient. Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell T.

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

Delightful cottage

This cottage was extremely clean, comfortable and well furnished. I cannot think of anything we could have needed that was not provided. We felt at home the minute we walked through the door and look forward to staying there on our next visit to Apalachicola.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Glance at the Past Cottage Review

Super comfy & clean cottage. Recent first-class renovation. Short 10-minute walk to downtown Apalachicola. Small fenced back yard for the pup. Even better than the description on VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie T.

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

Love Apalachicola

We had a great time during our stay. Loved the garden and art work. Quiet comfy stay, walking distance to food and historic area. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander H.

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

Apalachicola Visit

Daphne was a fantastic host and the cottage was perfect for our stay. In short walking distance to the great food and drink that can be found in downtown Apalachicola. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

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

Friends weekend getaway

The house was very comfortable, close to downtown, and all of us felt very relaxed in the home, even the dog. Definitely will stay again when we are in that area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Y.

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

Private, Perfect, Cozy Cottage

Very beautifully furnished and well maintained. Hostess was extremely helpful and accommodating. We want to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

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

Cute and comfortable

This recently renovated bungalow had everything we needed for a fun stay in Apalachicola -- comfortable beds, gorgeous bathrooms, a well appointed kitchen, and great wifi. With its location an easy walk from downtown, it was the perfect location to enjoy a holiday weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara P.

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

The best hostess. She thought of everything to make her guests comfortable.

Clean, convenient and well furnished with everything you needed and organized. Wonderful art and great lighting. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Wedding a& vacation weekend

Such an adorable cottage and perfect stay- Daphne was a thoughtful host & provided everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. I hope to come back to Apalachicola & when I do, I would like to stay at this gem again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Daphne Evanoff

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My husband Jay and myself both grew up in Wakulla County, and after moving about for a few years, came back to Wakulla in 2001 to raise our two children (Emily and Jason). We restored a turn of the century home in Sopchoppy (about 45 minutes down the road from Apalachicola) in 2019, and moved in full time in 2021. We enjoy gardening, being on the water, small town life, and taking care of our dog Buddy and two cats, Binx and Ricky Bobby.

Why they chose this property

This cottage and auto repair shop was purchased in 2019 after Hurricane Michael. The house had been empty for years and needed a complete renovation. Trees had fallen on the two buildings and all over the yard. It was love at first sight. The cottage was renovated first then the auto repair shop, which will eventually be available for rent as well. The garden area is work in progress that will mature with time.

What makes this property unique

The front porch overlooks the historic Chestnut Cemetery which is graced with Live Oaks dripping with moss framed with the original iron fences. It’s a picturesque and peaceful scene to enjoy while sitting on the pair of rocking chairs on porch or while in the dining area off the kitchen.

Languages:

English