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Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach.
Cottage with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Seaside Beach
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Seaside Beach
- Place, Grayton Beach State Park
- Place, Blue Mountain Beach
- Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Welcome to Idlewild South! Steps to both downtown and the beach.
This charming Seaside cottage is conveniently located on Pensacola Street, just steps from the beach. It features a private driveway (with two parking passes), three bedrooms, three full baths, an outdoor shower, and a semi-private backyard. "Downtown" Seaside is a five minute walk.
The front walkway introduces the house with a "Golden Spiral" design. The entrance features a large wrap-around covered porch with seating for dining and entertaining. Entering the cottage, you are greeted by a comfortable open living space featuring a seating area with 65” tv. Dining for 6+, galley kitchen, and entertainment area (music, books, games, game table) flow from there. Murals by acclaimed artist Flournoy Holmes ("Eat a Peach" album cover, half a dozen WSP album packages) enhance two walls. Two queen suites and one twin/single bedroom occupy three corners of the cottage.
Out the back door is a small covered porch with beach toys, beach chairs, bikes and skim boards. Down the stairs is a tranquil garden area with table and seating for 6.
The front walkway introduces the house with a "Golden Spiral" design. The entrance features a large wrap-around covered porch with seating for dining and entertaining. Entering the cottage, you are greeted by a comfortable open living space featuring a seating area with 65” tv. Dining for 6+, galley kitchen, and entertainment area (music, books, games, game table) flow from there. Murals by acclaimed artist Flournoy Holmes ("Eat a Peach" album cover, half a dozen WSP album packages) enhance two walls. Two queen suites and one twin/single bedroom occupy three corners of the cottage.
Out the back door is a small covered porch with beach toys, beach chairs, bikes and skim boards. Down the stairs is a tranquil garden area with table and seating for 6.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start one load of laundry before you leave. This helps our housekeeping team turn over the house in a timely manner. We really appreciate it.
Place remaining dirty laundry in front of the washing machine. Just dirty towels and sheets, please.
Please note that any lost wristbands or parking passes will incur a $400 fee per item.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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 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
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located near the beach, this cottage 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.
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Seaside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Seagrove Beach East - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Grayton Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 1.4 km
- Grayton Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Blue Mountain Beach - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pickles - 5 min walk
- The Red Bar - 6 min drive
- Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - 4 min walk
- Amavida Coffee Roasters - 2 min walk
- Black Bear Bread Company - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jenny Hurlburt
Steve Hurlburt is an acclaimed writer, documentarian and photographer. He has owned Idlewild South since 1989. He prefers the Grateful Dead.
Why they chose this property
The sky was yellow and the sun was blue.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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