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Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Niceville, FL
  • Place, Bluewater Bay Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluewater Bay Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park‎
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB

Serene & luxurious guesthouse cottage located 4 miles to Destin & shopping. A short stroll to the neighborhood bayside park where you can launch your Paddle board or Kayak, watch the sunset, or go fishing.

Within minutes from your private cottage you will enjoy:
*Emerald Beaches
*Bluewater Bay Marina
*Rocky Bayou State Park (Paddle board & Kayak rentals)
*Fishing Charters
*Boat Rentals & Tours
*Golf Courses
*Helicopter tours
*Destin & Sandestin Shopping Mall
*The Best Seafood Restaurants on the beach

The space
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Laundry room,
* Spa-like bedroom & bathroom
* Soft luxurious linens & towels
* Toiletries provided
* Plush comfortable sleeper sofa
* Grill and outdoor dining

Guest access
* Private coded locked entrance
* Private fenced yard
* Guesthouse is located on its own private area of a half-acre estate

Other things to note
* Must be 25+ to book
* Quiet neighborhood with working class families as neighbors
* No on-site parties allowed
* Currently changing our landscaping to make your space even more luxurious and beautiful.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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 3-17
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out time is 10am.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
By booking this property, you agree to follow the house rules. Violations may lead to cancellation without refund and removal from property.
Maintain the peaceful nature of the neighborhood ● Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM – keep TV, music, and voices at a moderate level.
For liability and security reasons, unregistered guests or onsite -------- Guest Experiences, are not permitted without the host’s express permission

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2947862
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Niceville

Located in Niceville, this villa is near theme parks and on a lake. HarborWalk Village and Baytowne Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Lulu's Destin. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Niceville, FL

What's nearby

  • Bluewater Bay Resort - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Bluewater Bay Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park‎ - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bluewater Bay Tennis Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Big Hammock Point - 6 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

As of Jun 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB on Aug 21, 2026 start from $279, 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 Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Choctawhatchee Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bluewater Bay Golf Course and Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park‎. Bluewater Bay Tennis Center is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great communication with the owners. The entire experience was very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this location for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christie r.

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

Peaceful clean and comfortable

The accommodations for absolutely pristine, everything looked brand new, and perfect. There were so many little extra touches to make me feel at home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words about the Bayside Cottage. We enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back anytime.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Genola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jimmy & Chrys Parrish

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My husband and I love entertaining and hosting people, we also love traveling and seeing the world. When traveling we always prefer to stay at a home away from home. Traveling this way has given us the opportunity to incorporate everything we love about a short-term rental and add it to ours. We want it to be your home away from home.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful quiet bayside community with a community beach park, large estate homes and lots, close proximity to everything you enjoy about this area, without the noise and traffic.

What makes this property unique

Close proximity to everything this area has to offer. Beaches, shopping, boating, parasailing, fishing charters, kayaking & paddle boarding, fresh seafood restaurants, marinas, crab island all within 5 miles of our location. Truly in the center of everything.

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