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A spacious living room with a television, two sofas, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
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A living room with a sofa, TV, ceiling fans, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wicker chairs. A staircase leads to a kitchen area with modern appliances.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated near the sea, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. It includes a pool for relaxation and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in mountain biking, swimming, or surfing nearby. Explore attractions like CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Santa Rosa Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Patio
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second-Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

A Day in the Life - 3BR/3BA Old Florida Cottages - 2-Minute Walk to Beach - Community Pool

A Day in the Life is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Old Florida Cottages, just south of Scenic 30A between Gulf Place and Blue Mountain Beach. The beach is a 2-minute walk away, and the neighborhood's community pool has restrooms and two gas grills. The home sleeps 8 across three floors.

All three bedrooms are on the first floor. The Primary Bedroom has a king bed, a private balcony and its own private full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Bedroom 2 has a queen bed and a private porch, and Bedroom 3 has two sets of twin-over-twin bunk beds. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

The second floor is the main living level, with an open living and dining area filled with natural light. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a full-size refrigerator with an ice maker. The dining table seats six, with more seating at the bar, and a glass-top table seats four. This floor also has two decks, a full bathroom with a stand-up shower off the kitchen and living area, and a full-size washer and dryer.

On the third floor, the loft has a wet bar and a queen sleeper sofa, a comfortable spot for reading or watching a movie.

ABOUT OLD FLORIDA COTTAGES
Old Florida Cottages sits just south of Scenic 30A, between Gulf Place and Blue Mountain Beach. Guests can walk to the beach in about 2 minutes or spend time at the community pool, which has restrooms and two gas grills next to the pool area.

BED CONFIGURATIONS (SLEEPS 8)
- Primary Bedroom, First Floor: King Bed, Private Full Bathroom with Tub/Shower Combination
- Bedroom 2, First Floor: Queen Bed, Shared Full Bathroom with Tub/Shower Combination
- Bedroom 3, First Floor: Two Sets of Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds, Shared Full Bathroom with Tub/Shower Combination
- Loft, Third Floor: Queen Sleeper Sofa

FEATURES
- 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, Sleeps 8
- 2-Minute Walk to the Beach
- Community Pool with Restrooms and Two Gas Grills
- 2 Balconies and 2 Porches
- Second-Floor Full Bathroom with Stand-Up Shower
- Third-Floor Loft with Wet Bar
- Fully Appointed Kitchen with Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances
- Full-Size Refrigerator with Ice Maker
- Complimentary Wireless Internet
- Full-Size Washer and Dryer
- Off-Street Parking for 2 Vehicles

BEACH ACCESS
The nearest beach access is Gulfview Heights, a regional public beach access with seasonal lifeguards, restrooms, parking and a beach conditions flag. Other nearby accesses include:
- Ed Walline Regional Beach Access: a regional public beach access with seasonal lifeguards, restrooms, parking and a beach conditions flag
- Shellseekers: a neighborhood public beach access for bike and foot traffic
- Spooky Lane: a neighborhood public beach access for bike and foot traffic

For more beach access points along 30A, please see the Coastal Dreamin' guest portal.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2064078
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Blue Mountain Beach and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding, fishing, and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking.
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What's nearby

  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Coleman Beach - 16 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tom Thumb Food Stores - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Florida Cottages - "A Day In The LIfe" - 2 Minute Walk To The Beach! - Community Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A Day in the Life - 3BR/3BA Old Florida Cottages - 2-Minute Walk to Beach - Community Pool?

As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Day in the Life - 3BR/3BA Old Florida Cottages - 2-Minute Walk to Beach - Community Pool on Oct 18, 2026 start from $438, 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.

Is Old Florida Cottages - "A Day In The LIfe" - 2 Minute Walk To The Beach! - Community Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Florida Cottages - "A Day In The LIfe" - 2 Minute Walk To The Beach! - Community Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Florida Cottages - "A Day In The LIfe" - 2 Minute Walk To The Beach! - Community Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Florida Cottages - "A Day In The LIfe" - 2 Minute Walk To The Beach! - Community Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery. Santa Rosa Beach and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awsome
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2026
Thanks so much! We're glad you enjoyed your stay at A Day in the Life. — The Coastal Dreamin' Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our Happy Place

Great stay! We absolutely loved this property and it's proximity to the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent, would highly recommend

Great location. Very quiet and close to the beach. Our family loved it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for a family of five for Fall Break! Property was as described and very clean! Two minute walk to the beach! I also loved that we didn’t have to strip the beds before check out!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 31, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re happy to hear the home was a great fit for your family and that you enjoyed the cleanliness, convenient beach access, and easy check-out process. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and would love the opportunity to host you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Last Minute Booking

We booked last minute and couldn't have picked a better place to stay. The booking process was easy and when we needed a little assistance they responded immediately. The home was beautiful, has everything you need, nice walk to the beach & great restaurant. We would definitely book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent, would highly recommend

We stayed in this home January and February, our time in this neighborhood. This is our favorite home yet. Roomy enough for the visitors we had and close proximity to the beach access.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dream Vacation

We had such a great time. Very relaxing and very needed vacation. The house was so beautiful and very comfortable. Pool and beach in walking distances. Also close to great restauants. I highly recommend staying in A Day in the Life. Best vacation ever!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience

Great experience staying here. Overall we really enjoyed the layout of the house and the surrounding areas. Having the A/C go out for one whole day was annoying, as was the community pool area feel uncared for (debris, hot pool water, trash not emptied) but the three families we were there with enjoyed the proximity to the beach and safety felt in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steps from the beach and awesome

Very nice beach home that accommodates family's very well. This location is steps from the beach (S of 30A), quaint, clean, kitchen has plenty of supplies and reasonability priced. Everything worked out perfectly with the property management co. since sending details via the APP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Beach Trip

My husband and I took our 2 18 year old grand daughters to Santa Rosa Beach for a week. A Day in the Life is a super beach house. Plenty of room, well stocked kitchen and comfortable beds. A very short walk to the beach and our favorite Goatfeathers restaurant. Also close to other restaurants and shops, Publix is a 2.5 mile drive from house. Love this area and will return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay in Santa Rosa!

We had a wonderful stay at this property - first time in this house, but third time in this neighborhood and we love it here! The house was just as described: clean, spacious, beautiful and incredibly convenient! Communication from the owner/management was clear and the customer service was outstanding! We even had a maintenance issue (smoke detector was alarming and needed replaced), and it was handled quickly and efficiently! The community pool is a great alternative for days you don't want to be on the beach - which is all of a two minute walk from your front door! Would definitely stay at A Day in the Life again and highly recommend!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was clean and cozy with cute decor. Adequate kitchen supplies to cook each night for our large family. Close to the beach and seafood market to enjoy fresh seafood to cook on our own. The beds however were less than desirable. Kids bunk beds were hard as a rock and the other beds were old and need to be replaced. We all struggled to sleep comfortably. Overall the rest of the house was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 31, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear you found the home clean, cozy, and well equipped for your family, and that you enjoyed the convenient location near the beach and seafood market. We appreciate your feedback regarding the beds and will review this with our team to ensure improvements can be made. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The cutest house!

My friends and I loved this house and would definitely come back! It is decorated beautifully and has pots, pans, plenty of dishes and silverware. There is plenty of room for 8 people. We loved that it had an extra shower upstairs. It made it convenient for all the girls getting ready at the same time. It has a shower outside to rinse off too. The house is convenient to restaurants and shops and the beach is a short golf cart ride away, or you could walk it. There is no road noise, and the neighborhood is very quiet and clean.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Santa Rosa Beach weekend

House was perfect for us! Very clean, well stocked, short walk to the beach!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Overall, great property! I am an experienced Vrbo renter- this house was very clean, location was amazing, very open and light, nicely decorated. A few things- literally no extras- no salt, pepper, you name it. I know not to expect supplies when renting, but I mean , nothing ! Only one roll of TP per bath- had to make emergency run almost immediately! Bring ANYTHING you might need! One more thing , No smart TV- unless you have a fire stick, no way to watch except for cable. This isn’t a problem for some, but I have teenagers, and it’s nice to watch a movie after the beach all day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location!

Great location, perfect outdoor deck, comfortable and clean. Could be a bit better stocked with essentials but just bring them with you—great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Cockroaches galore

If you enjoy proximity to beach with access to multiple cockroaches throughout the house and subpar cleanliness, then this is the perfect beach house for you. When notifying rental company of the cockroaches, they were dismissive. Do not book this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 20, 2021
While we appreciate this guests' review, it is important to note a few things for future renters. We have reviewed the correspondence between this guest and our staff. The guest reported seeing one "roach" at the home, that was in fact a palmetto bug. Palmetto bugs are very common in our area. Our homes are exterminated and properly maintained on a regular basis, and that is what our staff member assured this guest. We apologize if this guest found that to be "dismissive", and we welcome this guest back to our beautiful area in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our trip. So relaxing for Spring Break. Short walk to beach. Great local restaurants and ice cream shops. We loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Coastal Dreamin

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Coastal Dreamin' Vacations is a locally owned and operated vacation rental management company serving South Walton and the 30A area. Our local team is here to help before, during and after your stay, from arrival information and questions about your rental to assistance while you're at the property. We look forward to welcoming you to the beach and helping make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

Old Florida Cottages sits just south of Scenic 30A, between Gulf Place and Blue Mountain Beach, and A Day in the Life is about a 2-minute walk from the beach. The nearest access is Gulfview Heights, a regional public beach access with seasonal lifeguards, restrooms, parking and a beach conditions flag. Ed Walline Regional Beach Access is also close by, along with the Shellseekers and Spooky Lane neighborhood accesses for foot and bike traffic.

Back in the neighborhood, the community pool has restrooms and two gas grills next to the pool area. Being right off 30A also keeps you close to the restaurants, shops and art galleries along the scenic highway.

What makes this property unique

A Day in the Life works well for families and groups who want to spend their days at the beach. The beach is a 2-minute walk away, and the home spreads across three floors so everyone has room.

All three bedrooms are on the first floor: a Primary Bedroom with a king bed, private balcony and private full bathroom; Bedroom 2 with a queen bed and private porch; and Bedroom 3 with two sets of twin-over-twin bunk beds. The second floor is the main living level, with an open living and dining area filled with natural light, a kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a full-size refrigerator with an ice maker, two decks and a full bathroom. On the third floor, the loft has a wet bar and a queen sleeper sofa, a comfortable spot for reading or watching a movie.

With three full bathrooms, a full-size washer and dryer, off-street parking for 2 vehicles and the community pool in the neighborhood, it's an easy home base for a 30A beach vacation.

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