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The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm

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A room with a wooden table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.
A wooden porch with rocking chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A cozy wooden interior with a bar area, two wicker chairs with floral cushions, and a dining table.
A building with a blue roof, surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden pathway.
A cozy, wooden-floored porch with seating, a chalkboard sign, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 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
    Close to Grayton Beach State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Grayton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Grayton Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Blue Mountain Beach and Coleman 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 Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach West - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grayton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Coleman Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm on Nov 1, 2026 start from $452, 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 The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm located?

Located in Grayton Beach, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grayton Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Coleman Beach. South Walton Beaches and Seagrove Beach West are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 285 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
The smith house was just what we needed. Cozy inside and so much history. And the outside with the large deck and amenities outside was awesome. Our host was very accommodating and made everything super easy for us. Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
place was just perfect. Walking distance to the beach and all of the good restaurants.AC worked great, which was nice. We will return for sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage, well taken care of. The host was easy to work with. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient to restaurants, beach and town center as well as tram.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Smith House was everything we hoped it would be. It is such a unique and historical bungalow, with great outdoor space and amenities, and close to everything you want to be in Grayton. We’ll be visiting for years to come, and this will be the place we stay! The owner is genuinely invested in the Grayton community and is committed to providing a wonderful stay, along with excellent local recommendations. It was magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cozy house! It reflects the charm and quaintness of how I remember Grayton before it became so popular. Kelly has done an excellent job of preserving the history of this house, while updating to all the amenities. I am so grateful she is willing to share! It’s a perfect house for every season at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The house was loaded with Floridian charm, equipped with everything, and walking distance to the beach. Great communication with the host as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I sentence describes our stay! We will be back!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved The Smith House! The provided bikes and beach gear made it so easy to have outings everyday and we loved spending time at the charming, unique house playing games and cooking meals. The house was very clean!! It's a vibrant, active part of Grayton-- super close to everything you could need or want. Hope to be back for another visit soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away in Grayton

House was just like photos very clean and great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the history of this cottage, and the way it has been lovingly updated
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We loved the house and the communication with the owners was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place is a true treasure

The island and the beaches are fantastic. The house has all the charm and peace to top off a wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Overall fantastic experience and would love to stay again some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly was the best to work with! The house was absolutely amazing. Walking distance to the beach and our favorite place, The Red Bar. They had everything we needed at the house, so we didn’t need to waste half a day of our trip picking up supplies etc. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in the Smith Cottage. Proximity to the beach was ideal. Restaurants, bars, coffee shops were all in walking distance.Grayton Beach is the ideal beach town. Kelly keeps the property immaculate. We appreciated the bikes, chairs, etc. for the beach and the cottage was stocked with books and games for a rainy day. We look forward to returning to Grayton Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stress relief getaway

Beautiful and charming
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at the Smith House! Great location, convenient (walking or biking) to both the beach & restaurants! We made time for morning & evening porch sitting - and rain a couple of nights made this most pleasant! Love the history and decor of the Smith House! Very comfy & welcoming!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful cottage

This place was amazing, lots of history on this cottage, so homey and Kelly thought of everything to make it feel that way!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break

Great house! Super convenient to shopping, food and beach. Great communication from the host
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Sweet Spot by the Sea

Smith House was an absolute dream! Kelly and Billy were the most amazing hosts and have the house stocked with everything you might need during your stay. The screened-in patio was our favorite spot for breakfast in the mornings and peaceful evenings after a day at the beach! Such a sweet and charming home - we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful property

We had a great stay, the house was perfect and Kelly was a great host. The property is clean, comfortable and has everything you could possibly need. It exceeded expectations, we hope to stay at the The Smith House again in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! The home has been well updated without losing its historic charm. Owner was very prompt on contacting us almost immediately after booking and all the way through our stay. My wife and I truly enjoyed getting to know Grayton a little more after staying in Carillon the past few years. Thank you Smith House:)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

An authentic old Grayton beach cottage…perfection!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation House

The Smith House was perfect for our Grayton stay. The home house so much character, while also having all the amenities of home. We loved the exposed wood beams, cozy wraparound porch, and outdoor shower. Everything was clean, and the communication with the owner was superb. The location was great—an easy walk to Grayton restaurants and the beach. We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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