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VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES!

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Enjoy the spacious screened porch surrounded by lush foliage.
Relax on the Sunbrella sofa or dine al fresco.
Outdoor shower and hooks to hang towels.
Parking for two cars.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8113.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Pool
    Pool

Explore the area

Map
Seacrest, FL
  • Seacrest Beach
    6 min walk
  • Alys Beach
    7 min walk
  • Deer Lake State Park
    7 min walk
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    33 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Kids room

2 Double Beds

King Room

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

King Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room/Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Queen bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES!

Our cozy, clean, well-maintained cottage is tucked inside the family-friendly Magnolia Cottages neighborhood along the Florida Panhandle's scenic Highway 30A. The neighborhood pool is steps from our door. The spectacular beach across 30A is a 5-minute walk away. A private boardwalk and staircase leads down to white sand and the prettiest water in all of North America.

When the surf is up, you can hear it from our large, screened-in porch. Unlike some other developments on 30A, Magnolia Cottages preserved much of the natural vegetation -- palmettos, pine trees, scrub oaks, etc. -- between the houses and along its cobblestone streets.

Our cottage has beautiful pine floors. The fully-stocked kitchen island is integrated into the communal family room; the efficient set-up is perfect for cooking dinners at home. Eat along the island, at the dining room table, or at the table on the porch.

The master bedroom has a king bed and full bath. The second bedroom has a queen bed and full bath. The third bedroom -- which our kids have claimed as the "kids' room" -- has two full-size beds and a TV mounted on the wall (the other bedrooms do not have TVs). A third bathroom, with a shower, is located next to the kids' room. It's configured perfectly for one or two families, assuming the kids don't mind sharing a bedroom. (Kids are great -- but no pets, please!)

We carefully furnished and decorated our cottage to be a welcoming, enjoyable place after a day at the beach or for staying in during a rainy afternoon (listening to the rain on the porch is like a real-life white-noise machine).

We provide two adult-sized, one-speed beach cruiser bicycles for leisurely rides through the neighborhood or along the bike path that runs alongside Highway 30A.

We're located toward the quieter, eastern end of 30A, which typically sees less traffic than stretches further west. The shops and dining of Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, the Hub, Seaside and Grayton Beach, as well as the dunes and often deserted beach of Deer Lake State Park, are minutes away.

Our driveway has room for two vehicles to park side-by-side. Magnolia Cottages does not allow parking on the street.

We book our property ourselves. Our property managers are readily available for any issues that may arise; they are in the neighborhood most days.

We sneak away to this house as much as we can to "exhale," relax and enjoy the amazing beach, water and air. We hope you do as well!

Note: As they are throughout Florida, the beaches in our area are a mix of private and public beaches. Access to some stretches of 'private' beach is more rigorously restricted than for others, but we've never had a problem finding plenty of space to set up on the sand.

Property manager

Mary Spera
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
**No exceptions**

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
**No exceptions**
Only 2 cars/vans allowed to park in driveway in front of property. Cars not permitted to park on street.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Frank Brown Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Seacrest, FL

What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 6 min walk
  • Alys Beach - 7 min walk
  • South Walton Beaches - 5 min drive
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive
  • Carillon Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crust at The Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VERY SHORT STROLL TO BEACH & POOL! HUGE SCREENED PORCH! 2 BIKES! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Seacrest Beach and Alys Beach. Deer Lake State Park and Camp Creek Lake are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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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

Harrison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
Everything was clean and easy. The property manager was prompt and responded immediately to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful stay!
Perfect spot tucked away on a safe street. Close to everything. Everything was great, as advertised!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation!
We loved our stay in this quiet neighborhood! Super easy access to beach. House was spotless and well stocked. We would love to stay here again next summer.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!!
We loved the location and neighborhood!!! The house was lovely and the kitchen was well stocked. I would have liked to have a tv in bedroom. Loved the bikes!! The shed was stocked with beach gear, however some of the beach gear was pretty worn. The pool was super convenient. Would definitely stay again!! Thanks for a great stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Week
This was our first time to 30A and it was perfect! I was nervous about choosing a place to stay because of all the public vs. private beach access information, but this house proved to be the best choice! Close to the beach, close to the pool, the house was beautiful and cozy and provided everything we needed! The hosts are excellent and the communication they provide is top notch! I received a PDF with clear instructions and a comprehensive guide to the area. The beach access was easy and the recommendations the host provided on rentals and how to navigate things made our planning easy. We will book here again for any future 30A trips!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for Family Beach Trip
We had a great time and the home was so comfortable with the beach and pool so close by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Property as described. Very coopertive owners. Definitely would book again. The only improvement would be a rail on the stairs to the entry.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30A
We had such a great time!! Everything went so smoothly and loved our cottage so close to the beach. The beach was great as well and restaurants around the area were a 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sjana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing week!
Our family had a great vacation here. The location is amazing, very quiet and private, but still close to all the towns and restaurants. The pool was nice and the walk to the beach was only a few minutes! The house was super comfortable and had everything we needed. We loved the screened in porch! Our only small complaint was that the rug in the living room hadn’t been vacuumed and there was some small pieces of maybe dog kibble on it? Besides that random thing, the place was spotless. Rooms and beds were comfortable and having laundry was a great plus. Thank you so much, we hope to be back one day! 10/10.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Trip
We loved our stay and love the neighborhood! It’s one of our favorites. We will be back again for thanksgiving next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Weldon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice place
The house was very nice and comfortable, all was great with the property, the neighborhood was really nice as well. But it was a little too far away from shopping and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., Oakwood GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage
So happy with the accommodations. Well stocked and homey. Loved the shed with toys bikes and floats. It has a charcoal grill so we did steaks one night. I would get up early and take short walk to the beach h to watch the sunrise. Great access to pool. So grateful to have this time with our kids and grandson. He had magnets that he used on the road cofee table. Such a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place and Location
Amazing property close to everything. Clean, quite and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Our family stayed for over a week and loved every minute!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rowdy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage
Had a great time! Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie O., Dunwoody, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!!
We loved our stay! House was perfect for our family and friends. The location is absolutely perfect--5 min walk to the beach and we did not have any trouble finding a perfect spot to sit front row to the water. Also, perfect for our teens to bike down to Rosemary (1.5 mile bike ride) for the day. We loved being close enough for our kids (and us) to bike down but far enough away from the crowds!! Also, the shed had bikes and chairs and everything needed to enjoy our stay. Communication with owners was great. I would highly recommend this place. Hurry and book!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Beach Vacation
18 Kareny Lane in Magnolia Cottages was a wonderful experience. It was me, my husband and our daughter and son--in-law with our 16 and 12 year old granddaughers. The bedrooms were so comfortable and beautifully decorated throughout the cottage. It was a perfect distance from the beach and luckily the weather was gorgeous the entire stay. We hated to leave after 7 days. We enjoyed all the beach gear in the shed and played games at night. Thank you so much for letting us enjoy your home. Best vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
This was a great house for our family. Very clean and had everything we needed. We loved the screened in porch and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elena T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer bliss
What a great way to start our kids summer vacation! Such a cute house and functional layout. Beach is a bit of a walk when lugging all tour stuff but the gorgeous color of the water when you get there is we’ll worth it. My son learned to swim in the pool which is a short walk from the house. Quick bike ride on the path to The Hub, Alys beach, or Rosemary beach. Fun things to do include looking for crabs after dark, yoga at Raw & Juicy Friday 7am, and dinner in Watercolor. It was heaven and we didn’t want to leave! Thank you Mary!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day Weekend
We just loved this house! The living area and kitchen were nicely furnished and well-designed. The beds were very comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the screened in porch! Close proximity to the beach makes this property particularly desirable. Finally-loved the quiet peacefulness of the neighborhood. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
girls trip
house was great. screened in porch was our favorite. we loved the location - close enough to beach public access that we could walk/use golf cart. had a small issue with WiFi and the owners/property manager were so helpful. we would definitely stay at this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway!
We had a great stay in the Seacrest Beach area cottage, it was a beautiful home and suited our family perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELISE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The beds were so comfortable!
We had a very seamless rental experience with great communication with the owner!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cozy Beach House with Lots of Privacy
We loved the private beach access and community pool that was right across the street. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed and a shed of all the beach toys, bikes, chairs that made out trip super easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cottage!
It was the perfect place for our (3 adults) Thanksgiving getaway. Clean, well laid out and decorated. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mary Spera

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We live in New Orleans and have been visiting the 30A area since 1998. We made a personal dream come true by investing in this perfect beach house!

Why they chose this property

The brick streets and the lush foliage create a quaint and lovely neighborhood feel. Our place is two doors down from the community pool and about a 5 minute stroll to our deeded beach access. The large screened-in porch is my favorite spot in the house -- rain or shine it's a perfect place to spend the day reading, napping or playing board games!

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English

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