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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2nd
2 Double Beds
Master
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Detached bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Master
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway
Nestled in between Seaside and Rosemary Beach, this property sits off of Florida's renowned 30A strip. Offering two bedrooms, two baths and a view of the water from the large patio, this property is the perfect location for your 30A getaway! Exquisitely decorated, this property offers all the creature comforts of home - including washer and dryer for your convenience! A couple of things that drew us to this property was the abundance of natural light and the fact it is a short walk to the beach!
**For 2022, if you want to beach chairs and umbrellas, your options are to use the ones in the patio closet for free OR you can rent them from Vacayzen by calling or texting 888-750-7606 or email - help@vacayzen.com . There is a minimum 2 day rental on 1 set up (2 chairs and 1 umbrella) or 1 day rental on 2 set ups (4 chairs and 2 umbrellas). I recommend you get a small table for your drinks, too. 1 set up is $52 per day and they accept military and veteran discounts (10%). Make sure you call 2 days ahead of time and choose the WALTON DUNES BEACH ACCESS. It is a short walk from the Sugar Dunes/Beachside Villas boardwalk east down the beach to the other side of Sugar Dunes condos. There is a map on the Vacayzen website - https://vacayzen.com/products-and-services/30a-beach-chair-service/
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Seagrove Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 6 min drive
The Perfect Pig - 4 min drive
Old Florida Fish House - 16 min walk
Steamboat Grill - 3 min drive
Seagrove Village Market Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway on 16 Aug 2026 start from £228, 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 Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Golden Retreat - 30A Getaway located?
This family-friendly Santa Rosa Beach holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Seagrove Beach East and Eastern Lake. Deer Lake State Park and South Walton Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Though the weather was a little cooler than we had hoped, this Golden Retreat getaway was clean, comfortable, well decorated and supplied ... and SO close to everything! The owner sent so much information to help with the stay, clearly communicating the "how to's" with check in, check out and amenity use, and even suggestions on restaurants and a link to local events. Do not hesitate to book this place!
We really enjoy the stay . The owner was so lovely and checked on us to make sure we make it ok and also reminded us on steps before leaving. We will for sure come back .
We had a blast during our stay at Golden Retreat!! It is in the perfect location and was just the right size for the 4 of us. Just steps away from the beach too! We hope to be back real soon!!!
We stayed at this property with no issues. The kids loved it and didn't want to leave. The owners were awesome at communicating with us and the check in and out process was so simple. This property was very clean ,we would love to stay again ❤️ I recommend this property to anyone!!
We had a quick (but wonderful) stay at this little retreat on 30a! It's got everything you will need. We did not spend a lot of time inside as we were at the beach all day every day. Matt and Nicole's place had all the extras for the beach as well. They had plenty of chairs and other beach accessories. The beds were comfy and well thought out.
Would definitely stay here again!
We had a great stay at seagrove beach with our kids this past week! Our host, Nicole was so friendly, very quick to respond and gave us lots of recommendations. one of the best things about staying at her place is she provides full size toiletries for showers, including hand soap, plenty of tide pods to do some laundry and extra towels. that is such a bonus while traveling. Her location is perfect. Just a few steps from the beach. We enjoyed it and hope to be back!
Just a few steps from the gulf, as well es heated pool makes it worth to stay in this location, especially with younger kids. It was clean, but a bit cramped. It says sleeps six, but this is really a big stretch. We’re 3 adults, one child and the weather was great. We spent most time outside. The closets in the bedroom are full with stuff, it was hard to find a space for our cloth and suitcases. We ended up putting some back into the car. This needs some improvement. Other than that, we had a great time, and found everything we needed. Thanks to the owners.
The location of the property was great. There were AC issues and the property owner did all he could to communicate and get portable AC units into the unit which was great. However, we have a family of 5 and were counting on the two queen beds in the other room as listed. The beds are FULL sized not queen so my son had to sleep on an air mattress in the already small living area. The owner did apologize for this and said he would adjust the listing for future renters. Considering the AC was out and we had portable AC units in an already very small space and that the beds were not as listed, I really thought an offer of some sort of refund would have sufficed. We did receive many apologies but never that option. Also a heads up that there is no pantry or place to put any groceries or kitchen essentials so in addition to this unit being 900 sq ft, my son sleeping in the living area, and 2 portable AC units, we had to use all of the kitchen counter space and part of the dining table for those things. Overall the amount we paid to stay did not equal out to the quality of the experience for us. This unit will sleep 4 comfortably unless you have very small children that can comfortably share a full sized bed and/or sleeping someone on the couch and living space. Again, the owners were very nice and apologetic but we felt one nights rent or something should have been offered to make up for all of the inconvenience for the paid price.
Lindsey L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2022
I am really sorry that Lindsey’s stay was not 5 star. My wife and I do everything in our power to make everyone’s stay on 30A the best. When we realized we had AC issues and the part to fix it was delayed, I immediately called Lindsey and informed her. I gave her the option of portable AC units or I would help her find another place to stay in Beachside Villas. She said they would go with the portable AC units. I originally bought 2 units for each of the bedrooms. I constantly checked in to see how the temperature was. She asked for a 3rd unit for the living room so I purchased a 3rd one. All in I spent over $1600 in AC units and overtime installation fees. I wasn’t aware until after the fact that Lindsey had to purchase an inflatable air mattress. I had an extra air mattress I could have provided her if I would have known. For the reasons stated above, I thought Lindsey was very appreciated of all the time and money we spent to accommodate their stay, that they didn’t expect a refund or discount. Lindsey never requested a discount either.
Also to clear up the bed situation . . . they are listed as queen size because there is no option in VRBO to select “full size” beds. The difference is 6 inches in width. We have plenty of families with kids that put 2 kids in a full size bed. However, I have updated the listing to call out that the 2 beds are full size, not queens because I don’t want to set false expectations. I wouldn’t say factually that our unit is not equipped for 5 people. We have many families of 5 and 6 that have stayed in our unit. Lindsey’s kids were just more comfortable having their own bed.
As far as the pantry, it was never advertised that we have a pantry. These are not large kitchens so we have cabinet space and a large fridge for food and drinks. This is the first time we have gotten a negative review on this topic but not sure what we can do to fix it. We will add a comment on our description to call out there is no pantry and ensure there is no clutter so there is enough space for food and drinks.
I want to reiterate that Lindsey and her family were nothing but nice and accommodating throughout their stay, and I appreciate their candor to help me improve everyone’s stay.
Booked this condo for spring break with friends and it was perfect! Was able to walk to the beachy bean for coffee, and great beach access! Would stay again and recommend to others!
This was my second time staying here in this exact condo. Perfect spot! Simple and Beachy vibes. Very convenient with a toddler as well… only thing was “beachside villas” security told us we only had 1 specific spot for us on the beach and the rest was private ( still sat where we wanted and did not get fined) just want the owners to be aware of that issue. Love this spot and we will be back :)
My family had a wonderful time - the condo was clean and in a great location! 10-15 minutes to both Seaside & Rosemary, and lots of places to eat only a 5 minute drive away. We loved having the golf cart shuttle take us back in forth to the beach. It was a lifesaver when carrying lots of things & small children!
30A is our happy place! We were married here and come back often We want 30A to be your happy place so we strive to give you the best service possible service before and during your stay. Golden Retreat is named after our 3 Golden Retrievers - Jax (8), Sugar (4) and Gumbo (1).
Why they chose this property
1st floor quaint and cozy condo with a gulf view and is perfectly placed on 30A Seagrove Beach just minutes from Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach and Seaside. Only 100 easy steps to the white sugar sand and 1 block to the Eastern Lake entrance. Perfect location to watch the sunrise over Panama City and sunset over the water by Destin. Heated pool, 2 tennis courts, outdoor grills and friendly neighbors, make Beachside Villas a destination over the past 30+ years.
What makes this property unique
Location . . . Location . . . Location Wide beach with both private and public access Pet friendly area Not too crowded
Languages:
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