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Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL!

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WELCOME TO MOONLIGHT HUG IN SEASIDE, FLORIDA!
LARGER GUEST COTTAGE, OPEN LIVING SPACE
UPDATED KING ROOM W BALCONY ACCESS AND ENSUITE BATH
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN WITH BARTOP SEATING
352 YARDS OR 3 MIN WALK TO PRIVATE SEASIDE BEACHES

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4820 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL!

1 king, 1 queen sleeper sofa, sleeps 4 total.

Pet friendly up to 25 lbs

Moonlight Hug has a prime central Seaside location just steps to Seaside Avenue, a 3-minute walk to the beach, and a 2-minute walk to downtown Seaside Central Square and Seaside Amphitheater. Park your car in the private driveway and walk to over 35 shops and restaurants just minutes from your front door! This large 1 bedroom guest cottage to the neighboring ('Beachside Kiss') is named 'Moonlight Hug' and is a two-story stand-alone guest cottage with its own private driveway and parking and is the perfect cottage for a romantic getaway or a small family vacation. And you can bring Fido too - it's pet-friendly up to 25 pounds.

Moonlight Hug is one of the larger guest cottages along Scenic 30A and it boasts high ceilings, open living and dining spaces, and an oversized primary king-bedroom suite with a private bath and balcony. And to make things even better - the cottage sleeps 4 with the help of a pull-out sofa in the living room down!

The main level is where you'll find your living and dining areas complete with a large flat-screen TV, a good-sized kitchen with granite counter tops, bar seating for 2 more, and additional seating for 2 more at a cafe table. The full kitchen offers a five-burner electrical stovetop and full oven, dishwasher, microwave, full-size refrigerator (with water dispenser), coffee pot, and toaster; all you need to prepare a meal at home. Off the living area is a small screened porch with Adirondack seating for two, perfect for a morning coffee escape.

The king primary is upstairs with a private TV, private screened balcony, and private shower/bath combo with a tiled sink. The private screened balcony off the queen has Adirondack seating for two and is a great escape for an evening cocktail or an afternoon book.

May you enjoy many moonlight hugs and beachside kisses when staying at this lovely 1 bedroom cottage located directly behind Seaside's town square and steps to the beautiful white, sandy beaches along 30A.

* Pet Friendly, Dogs under 25 pounds allowed.

* 3 night minimum Spring, Spring Break, Summer, and Fall; 2 night minimum Winter. Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign registration.

Features:
* Features 820 square feet
* 3-minute walk, 352 yards to beach access, largest private beaches on 30A
* Private Seaside residential beach at East Ruskin Pavilion
* Washer & Dryer
* Pet friendly up to 25 lbs.
* Peacock Alley Linens - Fresh and luxurious Peacock Alley towels and sheets throughout the home
* Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay tennis courts (court fees apply), 3 Pickle ball courts, and a fitness center
*Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 complimentary rental bikes for pickup at Seaside Transit Authority
* Personalized service throughout your stay with starter amenities provided.
* 2 parking passes for two-bedroom and larger homes issued. A golf cart is considered a car, and for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a golf cart permit.

STR23-002377

Property manager

Homeowners Collection
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grayton Beach - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 10 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Guest Cottage in Great Location, Seaside, FL! located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Newbill Collection by the Sea and Seaside Beach. Sundog Books and Seaside Repertory Theatre are just steps away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Return to Moonlight Hug
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another visit to one of our favorite places in Seaside. Moonlight Hug is a perfect vacation destination.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Austin, TX

October Beach Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience that exceeded expectations. This was our first time in a short term rental. House was perfect for two people. Fully equipped with everything necessary for the stay and was spotlessly clean. Great location a couple of blocks from the beach and the town center with shops, restaurants and bars. Really enjoyed Seaside.
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Had a great time!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time vacationing at Moonlight Hug. Everything was clean, the furniture was comfortable, and the location was convenient to town and the beach. We would be happy to stay again!

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moonlight Hug
We love Seaside, the Moonlight Hug did not disappoint We will be back soon. Very clean and well stocked. thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Zach A.

A great getaway, but needs some polishing.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second time staying in Moonlight Hug. We chose to stay here again because of its ample space, great location, and convenient parking! We noticed that the room upgraded to a king bed with a new couch/chair downstairs. Those were great additions! The only downside was the overall cleanliness of the home. There was a lot of hair/dust bunnies piled up in corners that could easily be addressed with a vacuum, but made me feel a little uneasy about how much cleaning had been done prior to our arrival. I’m sure it is difficult being a pet friendly home, but when you have a toddler crawling all over the floor, it’s hard to not notice. Overall, it’s a great stay, but would highly suggest a good clean and perhaps updating the upstairs furniture.
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8/10 Good

Erik H.

Nice cottage
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was in a good location and we enjoyed our stay very much. Homeowners is always good to work with. My only complaint with the cottage is that it needs some TLC. It was looking a little run down. Especially for the money. It needs some fresh paint and upkeep.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Last Summer Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quaint little home, but king size bedroom. Easy walking distance to everything that is Seaside. (Even a close walk to the private beach). A wonderful welcome package awaited us on our arrival. But, just enough off the square for a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the crowd. You won’t be disappointed...😎
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sheryl S.

Our Perfect Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Moonlight Hug is one of 4 cottages I rented for my extended family. It is a charming cottage that we will rent in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Lorraine H.

Seaside Family Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our kids & grandkids were at a larger home but this little 1 bedroom 1 bath unit served us perfectly. It may have been the nicest place I've been lucky to book on vrbo. Appreciate the new furniture in the living room & the new bed upstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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4/10 Poor

Kimberlee B.

Needs TLC
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the size of the house but some of the furniture needed to be replaced the bed broke while we were there.
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10/10 Excellent

Satyra H.

Moonlight Hug: a granny retreat!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Moonlight Hug was great for this granny to stay close to her kids and grandkids on a very quiet street (East Ruskin).
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2/10 Terrible

lee b.

Moonlight Hug Needs HELP!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Moonlight Hug is not in any shape for guest accommodations. I have already sent photos of the shabby conditions of this home. Distressed floors, cabinetry, paint and a dearth of kitchen supplies make this a very run down property. Porches and doors are grimy and uninviting as is the outdoor furniture.
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10/10 Excellent

Steffany B.

Stay at Moonlight Hug
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Me and my kids had a wonderful stay at Moonlight Hug. Larger than a typical guest house, it gave us plenty of room to be comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

TRACY A.

My 1st Vaction by Myself
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I was so excited. It is the cutest little cottage with a feminine feel. Great that I had parking right out front. I felt very safe there. It was close to the shopping area. It was clean. It was perfect for me and my dog except the bummer was another home next door was doing major outdoor construction and it was very loud. I reached out to Amanda at Homeowners to let her know I wasn't happy. She was very responsive and found me a new house to stay in with no construction noise. She gave me 3 to choose from and followed up with me to make sure I was happy. She went above and beyond. I loved Moonlight Hug and wouldn't have asked to be moved if it wasn't for the construction. I'm picky and would stay in the house again. The house size was perfect for me and would easily accommodate another person but would be cramped with any more than 2 people. If I had to come up with things that could be improved upon it would be to have a couple of rugs at the door in the house and a broom or vacuum so you could clean up the sand or pebbles that were carried into the house. The bathroom could use an update but was fine for the week I was there. The sofa is ready to be replaced.
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8/10 Good

Kristi C.

Great stay!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and nice cottage for two and our dog. No real issues.
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6/10 Okay

Tim G.

Moonlight Hug
Rating Details: The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was very good. Seaside is a beautiful town. The trash cans were turned over when we got there. I called on Monday the management company and let them know. Thursday the trash cans were emptied but trash was left on the ground. I called the management company again and they sent someone over to pick it up. They only picked up the bigger items. The slip cover on the sofa was stained and dirty when we arrived. I made arrangements with the management company to have it changed. I asked to be there when they came since we had a pet with us. They agreed. We came back from the beach and found a card saying they had been there. The cover was changed ( it looked good) but I was not happy someone came in without us being there. The dresser drawers in the bedroom were broken so clothes had to stay in the suitcases. The spigot in the shower is not working correctly. When you adjust the hot water, it goes cold if you turn it too far. The paint in the bathroom needs some attention.
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8/10 Good

A guest from Alpharetta, Ga

Moonlight hug
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great vacation in seaside It our favorite place to be
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8/10 Good

Lisa D., Lacombe

Nice little cottage.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cottage location is perfect. The cottage is great; but can use some updates such as new paint on baseboards and vanity. Shower curtain, rod and hooks need replacement.
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

June 2023 stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Moonlight Hug was a cozy cottage in the perfect location. It was quiet too. The only recommendations I have are:1. There weren’t any sauce pans or large skillets, so we were unable to cook meals (as we had hoped to do). 2. The mattress on the sofa bed is very thin and you can feel the metal frame underneath the mattress when you are laying down.
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4/10 Poor

Anthony B.

Needs Updating
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Moonlight Hug is in a great location. However, it is dated and needs some attention to get it back to good shape. We liked staying there because of the location and great parking. Our big complaints come from the television being out one day of our three day stay and the internet pretty much not working at all. These days a good internet connection is a must. The property manager tried to fix the problem but was unable to do so. We would not choose to stay there again as there are many other one bedroom options in Seaside in much better condition.
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8/10 Good

Lecia B.

may trip
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very cute property- Personally a bathroom on the bottom floor would be good(instead of closet downstairs?) I know space is limited. In bedroom add a small night table of the right side of bed. And more towels/wash cloths. I say this just from experience as I own rental property in disney. Cute place will be back to Seaside yearly:)

10/10 Excellent

Meredith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Couple + Toddler
Just enough space for the three of us- easy walking distance to town center and playground. Screened in porches helped keep little on safe. We brought our own travel toddler bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Wanda M.

Sweet Seaside Cottage
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cute cottage is room enough for two! We loved the screened porches! And it is a great location! So close to Central Square and the Beach! The home could use a few extra items, like hangers in the closet (there is only one!) and a few more glasses might be nice as well. But we really enjoyed our stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Carmi D.

Moonlight vacay
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very relaxing stay. The house is nestled in a good neighborhood and is close to restaurants and the beach.
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6/10 Okay

Roy B.

Grat location needs updates
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Moonlight Hug is a great location. Small but has everything including a private drive. Stayed in the cottage several years ago and came back this year. The place needs a lot of love to make the stay better. The floors are worn to the point I would go barefoot for fear of splinters and gaps in the wood. The lighting is poor at best. The bathroom needs a full gut job. The toilet is so low my private parts touched the water, the sink was so low that my wife and I stooped to wash up each AM. We are each 5'9" not giants. The tub and shower were smaller than average. The kitchen cabinets need new paint. The air conditioner was making so much noise I felt sorry for neighbors. The screen on the porches were collecting pine needles ruining the paint and heading for rot in the near future. Never saw a representative for the Homeowner's Collection. Location 1 block from center of Seaside and everything being totally accessible makes it bearable but needs some upgrades.

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