Location: Cypress Dunes, Santa Rosa Beach, Beaches of South Walton, Florida North West, Florida, USA (15 miles East of Destin; 8 miles West of Seaside)
Accommodations: Small Coastal Cottage Design, 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2)
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::::::: Although we are fond of children, THIS cottage and SETTING are NOT conducive for families...I have another wonderful FAMILY home called the CYPRESS RITZZ which is nearby the Green GEcko.::::::::ask me about that for families.
If you are looking for peace, quiet, and the beach as it used to
be without the neon lights and commercial stuff... this recently built two-story cottage is the ticket! Situated on a spacious lot with natural vegetation, including palmetos and water oaks, you will feel the magic and calm of the old Florida Spirit.
*** THIS IS MY "GREEN GECKO COTTAGE" ***
Interior looks like it just jumped out of a Coastal Living Magazine and Coastal Cottages... with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, white-wood walls, and a half bath on first level. Kitchen is fully equipped and open to the lofty living room where you can relax with a book or watch your favorite movie.
Bedroom is upstairs and is a good size with a Queen Bed draped with mosquito netting...a comfortable chair..a full bath, and French Doors opening to a Juliet balcony where you can experience the surrounding Cypressheads while enjoying your morning coffee or just plain relax.
This interesting cottage adjoins the Top'sl Wildlife Preserve and is just a few blocks from the beach, however, because of the Preserve, you cannot walk directly to the beach.
Do not be surprised if you see deer, owls, herons, and hawks, hear coyotes, bobwhites, and whipperwhils, and smell and hear the surf as it pounds on our lovely, white sand which is just minutes away. Your senses will be overwhelmed at night when you sit in the HOT TUB... watch shooting stars and hear the frogs in the cypresshead.---
Built in 2002, this cottage invites you with its soothing, new, and clean lines. Beach access is just a short distance and you can bike to Grayton, Blue Mountain, Watercolor, Seaside, and Rosemary Beach on the new Bike Trail which you can access from our drive.
Great Golf courses such as Santa Rosa Golf Country Club, Camp Creek, Burnt Pines, Regatta Bay and Kelly Plantation are all within 5-20 minutes. And the SHOPPING... you won't believe the bargains at the outlet mall which is 15 minutes away. If you are tired of those same old condominium experiences... give us a try...
We are within driving distance of Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, Birmingham, New Orleans, and yes, even Tampa... Southern Florida likes us too!
.... NO SMOKING... And NO PETS...SORRY, NOT EVEN small ones! If you decide to bring one, I will make you leave and I will keep your deposit ..........
OTHER RENTALS I HAVE IN THE 30A BEACH COMMUNITY
SEASIDE ARTIST LOFT STYLE : Sleeps 2 to 8
CYPRESS DUNES HOME: Sleeps 2 to 6
COURTYARDS HOME: Sleeps 2 to 6
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central Heat and Air plus two ceiling fans
- Washer: Full size washer
- Dryer: Full size dryer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: This property has ample parking for an oversized vehicle
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Only one bedroom and only One bed which is a very comfortable and new mattress which is reasonably firm.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Great satellite TV with tons of stations...
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Hot Tub: Hot tub is directly outside the cottage and is shared with just one other small one bedroom cottage.
- Shared Pool: There is a 35x15 foot pool shared only by one other zmall one bedroom cottage
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Fully equipped...coffee grinder, toaster, microwave, dishwasher and tons of pots and pans to make a gourmet meal if you wish.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Gas grill located just outside of the kitchen door on a large wooden deck.
- Deck/Patio: Two decks, one on the top level off of the master bedroom and one large deck on the lower level with table and chairs for outside dining.
- Balcony: This is a small Juliet balcony off the master bedroom upstairs
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Pool (shared)and Hot Tub
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: NO PETS.....PLEASE DON'T EVEN ASK....NO PETS...
- Smoking Not Allowed: NO SMOKING......NO SMOKING
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In U S Dollars)
SPECIAL RATES for over 7 night stays.Below Rates subject to change
Fall: 10/1 to 11/1: $110/night plus cleaning: $700/7nts all fees
Winter: 12/1 to 2/28: $95/night plus cleaning $665/7nts all fees
HOlidays during winter: $110/night plus cleaning $700/7nts all fees
Spring: 3/1 to 5/20: $110/night plus cleaning $700/7nts all fees
Summer: 5/21 to 8/15: $130/night plus cleaning $900/7nts all fees
Late Summer: 8/16 to 9/30: 120/night plus cleaning $840/7nts all fee
I live close by and check on my rentals...Please NO PETS or SMOKING
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
I am a Realtor and my business and absolute love is "dirt". I have been in the business for years and a large part of that time is here at the Beach.
Why the Owner Chose Cypress Dunes
I purchased this location when I first moved to the beach, and decided to build myself a cute little cottage so that I will have something when I retire....but I might never retire, so I decided to share this adorable house with others who also feel the magic of this special place within walking distance to the beach, but adjoins the wildlife preserve.
Property Photos
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- Spacious upstairs Bedroom with queen bed and comfortable wing chair
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