In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square

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An aerial view of a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, a clear view of the ocean, and a location marker indicating a specific area.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beachfront, dense residential area, and a notable building complex with a distinctive curved roof.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a chandelier.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with wicker furniture.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a television, and a kitchen area in the background.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Coleman Beach

Popular amenities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Coleman Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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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 Coleman Beach and Blue Mountain 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 nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach West - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coleman Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In Heart of Seaside w/ Rooftop Gulf Views Steps to Beach & Central Square located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Fusion Art Glass Gallery and Coleman Beach. Sundog Books and The Chapel at Seaside are just steps away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay in "Life Is But A Dream"

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: Beautifully appointed property in a perfect location! Close to the beach, pools, shopping, dining and amphitheater. Even provided sumptuous beach towels! Would definitely recommend to others and would stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the home, its convenient location, and the thoughtful amenities. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Close to shopping and food
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the convenient location and easy access to shopping and dining. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Life is but a dream

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: It was good except for the A/C issues. They did send maintenance to deal with it
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your patience while our team addressed the A/C issue. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay! Right off the square. Easy access to everything. Comfy beds, beautifully furnished, plenty of bathrooms/showers/mirrors, great lighting! There are a lot of stairs which were hilarious trying to get luggage up and down but otherwise an ideal space and I would definitely book again and recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Amanda, we are thrilled to hear that you had a nice stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Place to Stay

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: It was a great place to stay and I would highly recommend it.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2026
Kim, we are thrilled to hear that you had a nice stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property and great location!

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: This is beautiful home with multiple spaces to relax and enjoy. The location can't be beat--Ruskin Place is a relaxing, quiet space, but close to downtown and the beach. This is a wonderful place to relax and have fun!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2025
Cynthia, thank you for the wonderful review of 303 Ruskin Place. We’re so happy you enjoyed the home, the multiple spaces to relax, and that unbeatable Ruskin Place location. It truly is a special spot that offers the perfect balance of quiet and convenience. We’re glad it was a great place for you to relax and have fun, and we’d love to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Prime location, great house!

Spent the week with 2 adults and 4 teenagers at this location. Great property, very clean and plenty of room for everyone. Prime location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Geoff, we are thrilled to hear you had a nice stay and were able to take full advantage of the hard to beat position in Seaside. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Can’t beat this location!

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: Excellent location. Lots of stairs but the layout of the space is excellent with multiple living/lounging areas. We had excellent assistance from the Royal Destinations team and would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
We are so happy to hear you had a nice stay at 303 Ruskin and hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location and rental!

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: We had a family down for a wedding and the location was amazing! The house itself was very comfortable and fit all of us nicely. It made a hectic wedding weekend relaxing and comfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2024
Elizabeth, we are so happy to hear you had a nice stay at 303 Ruskin Place and hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charming Courtyard Beachhouse

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: Beautifully modern decorated home in charming courtyard area about 800 ft from the Seaside square. We had fun using the bikes and we were so close to walking to beach . We did not use pool or fitness but it was very close.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2024
Julie, we are thrilled to hear you had a nice getaway to Seaside. Our home, 303 Ruskin Place, is the perfect escape located in the heart of Seaside. We are glad you enjoyed it and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Beautiful home

The home is stunning and newly updated. It’s close to everything and the main area in Seaside is a two minute walk. The HOA President lives next door and harassed us from day 2 and almost everyday after. Parking two vehicles is difficult here. I would never stay here again because of the way we were treated by the HOA President.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Tammy, we are glad you were able to enjoy the great location 303 Ruskin offers in Seaside. While we can understand your frustrations with the HOA, you failed to mention why they were keeping a close eye on the home. The HOA was on alert after we were made aware that your children were climbing from balcony to balcony (trespassing on other people's property) trying to get to the roof and were flipping all furniture upside down. After multiple complaints, we had to call the cops to give a warning to you and your children and the HOA was made aware. We are thankful for the HOA keeping a close eye on the home after they had been notified of various complaints. There are certainly many rental homes to choose from along 30A and we wish you many more happy memories at another home.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Very disappointed

In summary, this home was not prepared for us to check in. From the moment we entered there were obvious areas that were dirty and out of place. Black mold in the bathroom shower, sand still on the floor from the previous renter, and bedsheets not changed from the previous renters. The parking situation is not ideal for two cars. Only enough room for one and the management company is not helpful in finding a solution except to say you can park one of your cars down at Greyton Beach. Miles away.in addition to the
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're very sorry to hear about the condition of the home upon your arrival and the challenges you experienced during your stay. A clean and fully prepared home is the bare minimum you should expect, and we sincerely apologize that we missed the mark. The issues you mentioned — including cleanliness concerns, the condition of the bathroom, and the parking limitations — are unacceptable and not reflective of the standards we strive to uphold. We've addressing these matters directly with our housekeeping and property teams to ensure they are corrected immediately and do not affect future guests. We also regret that our parking guidance felt unhelpful. While parking can be limited at some properties, we understand the importance of clear, convenient solutions and will be revisiting our approach to better support our guests in the future. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope we have the opportunity to restore your trust in a future stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location. Beautiful home. Great layout. Terrible neighbors. Very difficult to park 2 cars.

We had a great time overall. The location in Seaside is great and we love how it’s on the little park. The layout is perfect for a larger group with different ages, as there are 3 separate living spaces inside & 2 outside! The kitchen is updated and well equipped. It is very clean and comfortable and beautifully decorated. We did have a few issues, however. 1. The neighbor to the right (who apparently is the President of the HOA) is very rude and inconsiderate as noted in another review. 2. A large golf cart that we weren’t allowed to use took up a lot of the very limited parking making it very difficult to park 2 cars on the property. 3. The dryer was very slow to dry (had to be reset multiple times). 4. There is no way to come in or leave from the first floor because you can't lock the doors from the outside except the one on the second floor deck. That meant that we couldn't even come in or go out onto the park area which made it a pain. This would be so easily solved by adding a lock with a keypad on one of the first floor doors on the park side. 5. There were no chairs to sit out on the back of the house overlooking the park. Again, easily fixable with an inexpensive pair of Adirondack chairs like the property to the left of this one. 6. Pickleball court time is NOT included, which was not stated in advance and ended us costing us quite a bit of money. We would have liked to know this in advance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Hi! Thank you for your review. The neighbor reached out to our company to let us know that guests in your party were jumping from roof to roof and were indeed violating HOA rules which could ultimately lead to an eviction. Rather than them going in that direction, they asked us to reach out to you directly to remedy the situation. As for the pickleball courts, under the 'Seaside Community Highlights' portion of the 303 Ruskin Place property page on our website, it does state that tennis and pickleball courts are pay as you play so that we avoid any surprise fees for guests. A golf cart is permanently parked at the home, but there is parking space for 2 vehicles which is stated on the property page on our website. Thank you for letting us know of the dryer issues as well as your suggestion for a keypad on the first floor and seating overlooking the park. We will certainly pass this information along to our team.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2026
Hi Chandra, thank you for rating your recent stay. We're disappointed to see that we missed the 5-star mark. We would love to discuss your stay and any hiccups that you may have experienced. Our team is available by phone or email if you'd like to discuss. Sincerely, The Royal Destinations Team
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