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Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood

Holiday home with kitchen, near Santa Rosa Beach

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood (Santa Rosa Beach)
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Immerse yourself in Old Florida charm at this 3 BR/2.5 half bath home, nestled in a quaint neighborhood with brick paved streets and white picket fences. Stroll to nearby restaurants, shops and entertainment venues or ride your bike along the 30a trail - all within walking distance from two community pools and a short walk to the beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood

New to the rental market, be one of the first to rent this 3 BR/2.5 half bath home located in Old Florida Village off of 30a. This quaint neighborhood has brick paved streets and the houses are lined with white picket fences. This community has 2 pools and is an easy walk (9 min) to beach. Walk to nearby restaurants, shops and entertainment venues, or stroll or ride your bike along the 30a trail. This well-maintained and freshly painted home has been recently updated with new kitchen appliances and brand new tile flooring downstairs and wood flooring in the upstairs bedrooms. There is a large dining room table that's seats 6 and 3 bar stools along the kitchen bar top. The inviting and cozy den, has a brand new flat screen TV and sofa(sofa bed) with 3 chairs for relaxing and unwinding after a long day at the beach. Outside there is a large wrap around porch with 2 Adirondack chairs and wicker bench. The upstairs includes a large master bedroom with a king bed and outside balcony with views of the lush green Florida trees and tropical plants. The master bath has a large closet and double sink vanity and shower/bath combination. The 2nd bedroom has queen bed and closet. The 3rd bedroom has a queen bed and closet. There is a shared bathroom with shower/tub combination.

Don’t forget to bring:
We do provide and initial supply of toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, trash bags, spices and coffee filters. We recommend you also bring beach towels, beach chairs, umbrella, beach toys and anything else you will need to make your vacation wonderful!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Walk to Beach Beautifully updated Starfish House Community Pool

About the area

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seaside Beach - 13 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Local Catch Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. South Walton Beaches and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Short walk to the Beach, Fully updated house in popular community neighborhood Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

james f.

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

Santa Rosa Getaway

They the home was beautiful roomy and very close to pools, beaches, and restaurants along 30A. The owners were wonderful and would rent from them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Great house, location and stay!

The house was clean and a great location. East walk or bike ride to the beach, restaurants or shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great House

Beautiful house in a great location. Had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. Would highly recommend booking this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great house

Great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

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

Fantastic House

We had a great time in this house. Can’t wait to go back next year. Everything was top notch. Definitely recommend the house and the owner was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

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

Great Home

Julie is very helpful and quick to respond! The house is very clean and has everything you need. Love the quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Beautiful Beach House

Our first time to Santa Rosa Beach and we loved it! The house was beautiful and just a short walk to beach. The community pool was steps away. The home decor was beachy and chic. Would definitely recommend staying here...you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

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

The Perfect 30A Spot!

Starfish is a beautiful home that is so close to the beach. It was perfect for our family. Julie is an amazing host who really helped us out of a jam. She is great to work with. We look forward to coming back next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha P.

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

Perfect Vacay!

First time booking a vacation home instead of a hotel!! I will never go back to hotels again!! The house was modern, fully stocked, close to everything, in a great neighborhood and well kept! I loved it 😍
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aspen V.

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

Wonderful home!

We had the best week in this home…so clean and well organized, and the kitchen was stocked with every tool we needed to cook. Even with a three year old it only took 13 minutes to walk to the beach…and a few minutes quicker without a toddler! The pool was wonderful and very close (a 2 minute walk), and the beds were very comfortable. You do need to be sure to provide your own beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys and beach towels. Can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Senior graduation trip

The beach house was super cute and clean. We stayed for a full week and had to go to the store for toilet paper, zip lock bags for beach food, laundry detergent and dishwasher detergent. The owners said they supplied some so we were notified, I just wish I would have processed that better because I could have brought a lot of that from home. The beach was in walking distance for sure, but we couldn't easily walk there every day. Rent a golf cart if you don't have a vehicle. The owners accommodated us with an early check in, however we had to reach out a few times through the app to communicate because they wouldn't answer the phone. Overall, we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ashley S., TN

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

Wonderful week

We love this neighborhood, close to the beach, two pools. We have loved this neighborhood for years. Julie was wonderful to work with, great communication. The beds were very comfortable. The house is beautifully decorated. You should be aware that the owners do not allow you to adjust the thermostat. This was difficult for us. There are few blankets in the house we had to buy a couple & wished we had brought some. Also note that there is are no beach towels or beach gear of any kind. There is also no iron. These are not complaints I just wish I’d paid more attention to these details before booking. We had stayed here in the past & I didn’t realize there were new owners/changes before booking. The new property manager was very friendly, helpful, great communication. We will stay in this neighborhood again but probably not this house just because the temperature is not adjustable & it’s hard to bring all your beachy things if you are flying. Other than temperature, we were very comfortable. We were thrilled to find a box fan!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

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

Great House

Julie was a great host. House was clean and well stocked. Love the neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanin F.

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

Fantastic property - we'll be back

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The property itself was really clean (probably the cleanest property of any we've ever rented). The host was really communicative and the check in process was great. The property's wifi was good, and it was stocked very well with towels, kitchen wares, a few extra pillows, TP, etc. Someone mentioned that the AC was not adjustable in an earlier review, which is completely untrue. There are two separate thermostats (both smart thermostats similar to what we use at home) and both adjustable and the AC works really well. Location is good. You could easily walk to the beach entrance at Spooky Lane, but we rented a Golf cart, and do recommend doing that just for convenience and exploring. The property was decorated very tastefully and nothing was broken or looked outdated. It looked like it had literally just been painted. We saw the two pools in the neighborhood but did not use either, but did see people there every day. The host did let us know that the cabinets in the bottom bathroom were in the process of having the doors replaced, but that did not bother us at all as it was really minor and she let us know ahead of time. Overall, if I had to nitpick anything (and some of these things are personal preference): The king and queen mattresses are great, the two twin mattresses are a little less comfortable. HOWEVER, if you plan for kids to stay in that room with the twin mattresses, they will be perfectly fine (our 9 year old slept on one of them all 3 nights and had no complaints). We did not use the grills outside, but we did see they are there. All the appliances worked well and there was nothing broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B., Overland Park

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

Great Family Vacation!

Great location to restaurants, beaches, walking distance to Gulfplace. Open concept was great for multiple families. Outside shower was nice for beach cleanup. Easy walk to the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Terrific beach retreat

We enjoyed our stay there. It was impeccably clean and close to the pool, a beautiful beach and restaurants. Will definitely go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

Nice house

The house was very clean and nicely decorated. Overall, we were very pleased. Close to the Gulfview Heights beach access, either by walking or golf cart.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi E.

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

Best trip ever!

Our family stayed at this beach house for a week. It was spotless, had everything we needed minus the standard items one should bring on a trip, and was much bigger than the pictures appeared! We had the easiest trip. It was so relaxing. Perfect location, easy access to the beach and the coziest house we’ve ever stayed in. I don’t think another home will be able to top this! We look forward to coming back. Julie was a lifesaver in making accommodations for us. 5 stars just isn’t enough! Thank you for our wonderful vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Aimee R.

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

Starfish

Fun beach vacay!

10/10 Excellent

jerri j., Louisiana

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

Beautiful home

The owner was very responsive throughout the process. The customer service she provides is top notch!

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Excellent location and beautiful house

We loved staying at this house. It was clean, comfy, and you have all you need for a good stay.. and we loved the deco! We didn’t have any problem.. we would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Great family vacation

Great week at the beach! We loved the house and the area. The pool and beach were perfect too. My daughters loved the art classes at Artists at Gulf Place. Only suggestion is to have more information at the house about where the closest beach access points are located from the house. Thanks for a great stay! Cindy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

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

Great Visit

We have been coming to this neighborhood for years now and we love it here. This rental is one of the better ones on Hidden Lake Way. Right off 30A and 10 minute walk to the beach is great and close to everything. Interior is decent and the beds are really comfortable. Nice decks off the back and master bedroom. There are no beach chairs or beach towels provided so one would have to bring those when renting this villa. Overall a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zane G.

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

Our Week at the Beach :)

We loved this property and would definitely rent here again! It was so nicely decorated, very comfortable furniture and beds, and had everything we needed in the kitchen. We also loved the neighborhood and the proximity to beach access (we had our golf cart which helped) and to restaurants! We drove so we were able to bring beach items, but it would have been nice to have some chairs. Other than that it was so great! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Great beach stay

Julie was a wonderful host, very responsive and thorough in her communication. Her house was the perfect home base for a stay at the beach. It was very clean, well appointed, very comfy beds and more than enough room for our family of four. It was close to the neighborhood pool and easy access to the Santa Rosa beach area, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021