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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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St. Teresa, FL
- Place, FSU Coastal & Marine Lab4 min drive
- Place, Wilson Beach5 min drive
- Place, St. James Bay Golf Club10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
2 Twin Beds
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Outdoor
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Panacea
Located in Panacea, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Carrabelle History Museum and Sopchoppy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. James Bay Golf Club and Bayside Marina. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

St. Teresa, FL
What's nearby
- FSU Coastal & Marine Lab - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Wilson Beach - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
- St. James Bay Golf Club - 10 min drive - 12.3 km
- Bald Point State Park - 10 min drive - 14.0 km
- Ochlockonee River State Park - 12 min drive - 16.9 km
Restaurants
- Crooked River Grill - 15 min drive
- Aligator Point Tiki Bar - 24 min drive
- Eddy Teaches Oyster Bar - 11 min drive
- Alligator Point Yacht Basin - 24 min drive
- The Wharf Express - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittney B.
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Brittney B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Diana H.
Jul 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diana H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dylan L.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
Dylan L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen D.
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area, relax and enjoy nature.
Colleen D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rick M.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rick M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin W.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Florida Exploration



Erin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lillie E.
May 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Lillie E.
Stayed 56 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruiel D.
Jul 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot!
Ruiel D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tricia m.
May 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy and cozy
tricia m.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom G.
Feb 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Forgotten Coast
Tom G.
Stayed 74 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chuck H.
Jun 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay with the grandkids, still love it!
Chuck H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lillie E.
May 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
Lillie E.
Stayed 34 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John M.
Sep 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation with the gulf just steps away, this is the place.
John M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pearce L.
Sep 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Pearce L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom G.
Jan 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St Teresa
Tom G.
Stayed 44 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah D.
Jun 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hamid M.
Jul 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
Hamid M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April C.
Jun 14, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
April C.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian W.
Oct 11, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Game Weekend Getaway
Brian W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eben B.
Jul 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks!
Eben B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
leslie d.
Oct 30, 2018
Great getaway!
leslie d.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Hannah M.
Apr 29, 2019
Rock the dock.
Hannah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JOEY P.
Jul 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Title
JOEY P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Becky M.
Aug 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing week away
Becky M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Shawn and Katherine Montague
We’re a family with deep roots in North Florida. I grew up in Tallahassee and spent much of my childhood exploring the shores and pine forests around St. Theresa. After a long career in the Air Force, I wanted to share the same peace, beauty, and simplicity that my family has always loved here.
We take pride in keeping the cottage well cared for, clean, and welcoming—just the way we’d want it for ourselves. Many of our guests become friends and return year after year, which is the biggest compliment we could receive. Whether you’re visiting for a quiet escape, a family beach trip, or just need to recharge, we’re happy to help make your stay relaxing and memorable.
We take pride in keeping the cottage well cared for, clean, and welcoming—just the way we’d want it for ourselves. Many of our guests become friends and return year after year, which is the biggest compliment we could receive. Whether you’re visiting for a quiet escape, a family beach trip, or just need to recharge, we’re happy to help make your stay relaxing and memorable.
Why they chose this property
I chose this neighborhood because it’s part of my story. I grew up just up the road in Tallahassee, and this little slice of “Old Florida” has always been a family favorite for its quiet beaches and natural beauty. My parents originally bought this property for camping trips when I was young, and after I joined the Air Force, they decided to build a home here—designed after the classic cottages in Seaside, blending coastal charm with comfort.
St. Theresa is special because it still feels untouched by time. It’s peaceful, surrounded by woods and water, with friendly neighbors and an easy, slow pace that’s hard to find anywhere else. For anyone wanting to experience Florida the way locals cherish it—relaxed, natural, and full of character—this is the perfect place.
St. Theresa is special because it still feels untouched by time. It’s peaceful, surrounded by woods and water, with friendly neighbors and an easy, slow pace that’s hard to find anywhere else. For anyone wanting to experience Florida the way locals cherish it—relaxed, natural, and full of character—this is the perfect place.
What makes this property unique
What makes our property truly special is its peaceful “Old Florida” setting—quiet, natural, and completely relaxing—yet just 500 feet from a private Gulf beach. You can watch dolphins, manatees, and white squirrels from the porch, walk for miles on untouched shoreline, or fish off the nearby pier at sunset. Our guests often say it feels like stepping back to a simpler time, surrounded by tall pines, oaks, and palms, with no crowds or noise—just nature and the sound of the surf.
The cottage itself is fully stocked and designed for comfort, with a large screened porch, spacious kitchen, and plenty of thoughtful touches that make it feel like home. We also provide extras—kayaks, fishing gear, and local tips—so you can explore the Gulf, rivers, and wildlife up close. Many of our guests return year after year because they love the tranquility, friendly hosts, and the chance to truly unplug and reconnect.
The cottage itself is fully stocked and designed for comfort, with a large screened porch, spacious kitchen, and plenty of thoughtful touches that make it feel like home. We also provide extras—kayaks, fishing gear, and local tips—so you can explore the Gulf, rivers, and wildlife up close. Many of our guests return year after year because they love the tranquility, friendly hosts, and the chance to truly unplug and reconnect.
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