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Livin' Easy - Not Expensively!

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and palm trees.
A living room with a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace displaying a streaming service interface.
A door with a white frame and a window with horizontal blinds, a white lattice on the left, and a mural of a palm tree and flowers on the right.
A television on a wicker console with a Roku TV interface displaying various streaming services.
A dining area with a table set for four, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Pensacola Beach Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

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Pensacola Beach, FL
  • Place, Pensacola Beach Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Casino Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Pensacola Beach

Located in Villa Primera, a neighborhood in Pensacola Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pensacola Beach Beaches and Casino Beach, while Saenger Theatre and National Museum of Naval Aviation are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Pensacola Bay Center, or consider a night out at The Sabine Sandbar. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Pensacola Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Pensacola Beach Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Quietwater Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Casino Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 22 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crabs We Got 'em! - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flounder's Chowder House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Dock - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Casino Beach Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hilton Pensacola Beach - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Livin' Easy - Not Expensively! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Livin' Easy - Not Expensively!?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Livin' Easy - Not Expensively! on Dec 30, 2026 start from $362, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Livin' Easy - Not Expensively!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Livin' Easy - Not Expensively!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Livin' Easy - Not Expensively! located?

Located in Villa Primera, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Pensacola Beach Beaches. Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and Casino Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect for our family of five beach vacation. Quick walk to the beach made it easy for us to head to the beach multiple times each day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2026
Jason, thank you for your 5-Star Review. We're so glad you enjoyed your vacation and hope you will return again! Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the outside patio, shower and laundry room. The house is super cute and close to everything in downtown Pensacola Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Ashley, thank you for your 5-star review and for allowing us the opportunity to host you! Our goal is to provide a 5-star experience for our guests from booking through the end of their stay. Indiana is quite a distance from Florida, but we hope you will come visit us at the Mermaid Cottage again. Best regards, Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Sweet little beach house close enough to restaurants and shopping while still having a quiet beach. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 6, 2026
Leslie, Thank you for your review of the Mermaid Cottage. Also, thanks for leaving it in such perfect condition. Please visit again soon. Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get-away!

Great place for a get-away! Close to beach and happenings on Pensacola Beach! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2025
Colleen, thank you for your 5-Star review of the Mermaid Beach House on Pensacola Beach. Please come visit us again and bring your friend when she is healed from her broken ankle. Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stay on the beach

The property was excellent in a great location on the beach. 60 second walk away from the Gulf, right on the bay where the rest of our friends were, it was an excellent time. The owner, Ms. Hess was very open to communication for anything we needed. Would recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2025
Dylan, THANK YOU for the 5-STAR Review. I am so happy to hear you loved your stay at the Mermaid Cottage. Please come visit again soon! Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vaca

We had a great vaca! We love this area and enjoyed our time :) Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2022
Meagan, thank you for choosing the Mermaid Beach Cottage for your visit to Pensacola Beach. Please come visit again soon. Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Local Vibe

There are only a few of these gems still on Pensacola Beach. As a previous local who visits 2x a year, this location, overall vibe, cleanliness, and comfy beds gave us a great experience. Would rent again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2025
Doug, thank you for your 5-Star Review! I'm so glad you enjoyed your visit to your home town. Please come visit again soon. Ella Hess
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay in Pensacola! We had a wonderful time and were within minutes from the beach!

Couldn't ask for a better place to stay on the beach. Wonderful, clean cottage within walking distance of the beach and several shops and restaurants! Also, loved the outdoor shower! We are looking forward to staying again next Summer.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thank you for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed your visit and I'm looking forward to your visit again next year! Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

MERMAID BUNGALOW

Stayed for 11 days and had a blast! Walking distance to everything. Bars, restaurants, entertainment and of course the beach ! Loved the location
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2023
Dear Stacia, Thank you for choosing the Mermaid Beach Cottage for your visit to Pensacola Beach. Please come visit again soon! Ella
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxed and peaceful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Everything we could possibly need was available. I’m sure we’ll stay again sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2023
Libby, thank you for choosing the Mermaid Cottage for your visit to Pensacola Beach. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will visit again soon. Ella Hess
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The property was conveniently located close to all the places you'd want to visit while in Pensacola

The home was clean and inviting! Plenty of room for all of us and I especially loved the very large outdoor patio! The kids loved the bunk beds and the Netflix. We will most definately be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm so happy that you had a great visit. Please come again. Regards, Ella
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Comfy and convenient!

Comfortable, cozy and convenient to eating, drinking, shops and of course, the BEACH! If you actually want to spend time together this is the place for you, plus a nice large deck area for getting away if needed :). We would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Dear Anne, Thank you for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed your visit. Please come again soon. Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pensacola Mermaid Lounge

The house was perfect for us. A shaded outside area, walking path to the beach and walking distance to restaurants and boardwalk. Close enough to everything so you don’t have to drive but far enough down the beach for a quiet beach experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2022
Leslie, I'm so glad you enjoyed you visit to the Mermaid Beach Cottage. Please come visit again soon. Ella
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Exactly what we wanted

The rental was clean and we'll equipped. It was exactly as advertised and meet our needs. Location was good and lots to see and do close by. We also loved the outdoor shower :)
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Dear Shauna, Thank you for your review. You left the house in perfect condition! I'm so glad you enjoyed you visit to Pensacola Beach. Please visit us again soon. Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great getaway!

A perfect place to spend quality time near the beach. As a senior adult, the beach has a bit less appeal. But the grandkids loved the closeness & I enjoyed lounging on the deck! The outdoor shower was very handy. Looking forward to a return visit…
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2025
Beverly, thank you for your 5-Star review. I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and your grandchildren loved going to the Gulf. Please come visit again soon. Ella
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

We loved how close we were to the beach, and the house was very clean. I would have liked some extra blankets, and it took us quite a while to find the laundry room (had to wash the house towels before we left). Other than that it was a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As advertised.

Clean property at an amazing location you can’t best.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
JC, thank you for choosing the Mermaid Beach Cottage for your visit to Pensacola Beach. Please come visit again. Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Favorite Vacation

This is our second time driving from Wichita KS to stay at this rental. We love everything about it. The close proximity to the gorgeous beach, the functionality of the rental having everything we need, all the beds are so comfy, and the outdoor shower coming in from the beach is the chef’s kiss! We will be back again and again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Described!

I'll be back! Met all needs and expectations, relaxing accomodations!! This place is cared for and well managed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little Home at Pensacola Beach!

Great home in a great location. Easy walk to the beach and stores! Very quiet! Well stocked kitchen and supplies! We will definitely be back! Bed was comfortable! Internet worked fine! See you soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2024
Reggie & Regina, thank you for your glowing review of the Mermaid Cottage. I'm glad to hear you had a good visit and please come back again. Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Return trip

Did not disappoint. Lots of memories made.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Tracy, Thank you! I hope you remember the Mermaid Beach House with fond memories and will visit us again. Warm regards, Ella
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pensacola Beach House

We had a great time at the beach with family. It was perfect for After the beach sand removal from two little boys. The kitchen worked very well for breakfast and supper daily. Beds were very comfortable. Small patio was nice during late evening and night for a look at the starry sky. Enjoyed so very much and hope to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Dear Dan & Kathy, Thank you for your review. I'm so glad you enjoyed your visit to my Mermaid Beach House. Please come visit again soon. Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Vacation 2023

The property was in a great location just blocks from the beach and an easy walk or drive to lots of dining options. The communication from the property manager was excellent. We knew exactly when/how to check in and what the expectations were before, during, and for checkout.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Laura, thank you for choosing the Mermaid Cottage for your visit to Pensacola Beach. I'm happy you found everything to your liking. Please come visit again soon. Ella Hess
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is a gem

This was our second trip to the Mermaid house in 8 months. For the price you can't beat the proximity to the beach and all the shopping/restaurants in the area. Bring your bikes b/c you won't have to drive anywhere unless you go back over the bridge. Loved watching the Blue Angels from Fort Pickens!!! Thanks for another great stay Ella.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Dear Brandi, Thank you so much for choosing my Mermaid Beach House for your visit to Pensacola Beach and so glad you enjoy staying at my house. I hope to see you again in the near future. Ella
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

This house is perfect! My husband and i stayed with our children. Our youngest 2 months. And it was perfect. Fenced in backyard was my favorite. And if course walking distance from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2024
Michelle, I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to the Mermaid Cottage. Please come visit again soon. Enjoy the rest of your summer! Ella Hess
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