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The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach

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Stunning 4BD/4BA home!
Exterior
Beautiful, fully equipped kitchen. Includes 4 bar stools for extra seating
Private kitchen
View from Kitchen to the Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Santa Rosa Beach
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Master with King

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

4 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bunk Room Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Outdoor Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach

Come enjoy your most relaxing vacation yet and leave your stress behind at this beautiful, well-appointed 4BR/4BA with spacious open kitchen that will accommodate your family and/or friends for your next beach getaway! Family-friendly accommodations throughout including provided beach chairs, umbrellas and more!!

This owner managed home has easy access to Guaranteed Beach Access!! 5 minute walk, or 1 minute drive the short quarter-mile to Gulfview Heights beach access. Walk or ride to restaurants and entertainment, including Gulf Place, just a half-mile away.

First floor has garage and entryway/mudroom to knock off the sand. Spacious bedroom downstairs has queen bed and full bathroom, while back porch is set up with gas grill and outdoor patio furniture for relaxing after a day at the beach. Outdoor shower sits conveniently off the side of the back porch.

For guests who would like to use the golf cart, it is located in the garage. The owners allow guests to use their golf cart after a simple DocuSign use agreement is signed by all guests.

Second floor opens up to fully furnished gorgeous open kitchen with a huge bar that has seating for four. Kitchen opens to dining room and comfortable living room with couch and flatscreen TV, all leading to the second floor balcony. Second floor bedroom has queen bed and full bath.

Third floor spacious master has a king bed and its own balcony. Master bath retreat has soaking tub and shower with beautiful split vanities. Full washer and dryer reside on third floor, as does bunk room with two bunks (bottom of one bunk is a double, the rest twin beds).

Updates throughout with your comfort in mind. Come stay at our home and make it your home for the week!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING is allowed anywhere on the property
House parties & illegal substances are strictly prohibited and grounds for immediate eviction and fees. NO SMOKING is allowed anywhere on the property
ID and e-sign on House Rules are required to book
The owners allow guests to use their golf cart provided you read and sign the Golf Cart Use Agreement and send back the documents required.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4997604
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin 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 Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Sundog Books and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪South Of Philly - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach?

As of 8 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach on 17 Aug 2026 start from £370, 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 at The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Emerald Escape on 30A/Walk to the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. Blue Mountain Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and house. We had a great time there. A small hiccup in the begging but the owner went above and beyond to make it right. Because of that I would rent any of the houses she owns!! Thank you again for making our trip a fantastic one! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Molly C.

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

Great stay. Worked well for our family.

Very nice stay. Could have used more hand towels in kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lizabeth W.

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

Vacay 2020

Very good and love the easy access to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2020
Thanks for staying with us at The Emerald Escape on 30A! We have enjoyed hosting you guys for 3 years in a row! Could you please let me know what we could improve on for your stay to receive a 5 star rating next time? We take our reviews very seriously and this is our first review of less than 5 stars.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Amazing week!

We brought our daughter and friends down for spring break and we had the greatest time. The convenience of the golf cart was awesome, but the beach is less than a five minute walk, which we did often, just to enjoy the area. Amanda was so easy to work with. We are trying to work another vacation in soon at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita Q.

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

Family vacation

The house was perfect for our family of 10. Kitchen is very well-appointed. We cooked our meals without wishing we had “this or that” pan, etc. Beds were comfortable and cozy after a day of fun. The golf cart was an amazing bonus even though the beach is within easy walking distance. A family member ran the nearby trails. Amanda is an amazing host. Very responsive and kind even when she was hosting a party at home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great location, house and communication

Everything as expected, plus some nice perks like beach chairs, kcups coffee, cooking spices, cleaning supplies, inflator in the garage etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Best Month Ever

This house was perfect for our one month snow-birding escape. The location is so convenient with easy access to the beach as well as restaurants and shops. The owner was very responsive to any needs during our stay. The house has a big kitchen with all supplies needed to cook, bake and grill. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

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

AN AMAZING TIME

The house was perfect. 3 levels made it easy for our family to be together and still have our own space. Everything was cleaned, working and up to date! Our host was amazing. The communication was great. The beach was a short walk. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti B.

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

Emerald Coast Snowbirds

This is the second year in a row that I have rented this property. It is perfectly appointed with everything needed to live away from home for a month or more. There are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate friends and family visiting. The kitchen is big and contains everything you need to make meals at home, and there is a grill as well off the first floor bedroom. The location couldn’t be more perfect with just a short golf cart ride to the pristine, white-sand beach. The home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with four other homes. Down the street in the opposite direction from the beach, you can find miles and miles trails in the Long Leaf forest preserve for walking or biking. There are grocery stores about 7-10 minutes driving and multiple restaurants in walking and golf cart distance. Amanda is a very responsive host. 10 out of 10 experience!
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

September 2020 trip

My family (3 adults and 2 kids - 13 and 9 years old) stayed at the properly the first week of September, 2020. I can't say enough good things about how helpful Amanda was throughout the whole process. She reached out before we arrived to ensure we were 'good to go' on the check-in procedures, etc.. She gave us great recommendations for restaurants and things to do while we were there, both before our trip began, and then again when I had a couple of questions while we were staying there. And then again just prior to checkout to make sure everything went smoothly and ensure we understood the check-out procedures. She was a pleasure to work with. As far as the properly itself - Looks just like the pictures. Great beach house. 5 minute walk from the beach, although we took the included golf cart each time we went to the beach, as that helped carrying the umbrellas, chairs, etc., (that were included in the garage with the home rental). It's a 60 second cart ride to the beach, with golf cart parking right next to the beach entrance. The golf cart make this process much more enjoyable to lug all that stuff around. The bedrooms and bathrooms were all well appointed. The kitchen had everything you'd need while staying there, although admittedly we didn't use it much as we mostly ate out, although it's really convenient in the morning to have breakfast at the house to accommodate different wake up times with kids, etc.. The house is in a quiet part of town, so that you don't have parking issues, etc. that you sometimes see at beach communities, but it's literally minutes to get to Seaside or other areas with more activity (that do have the parking and crowd issues), so you've got the best of both Worlds there that you can go back to peace and quiet at night after dinner, but just a short drive away for more activities. There are also a couple of great restaurants a short (like 3 minute) golf cart ride away without leaving the 'extended neighborhood," for evenings you want more low key. I'd highly recommend this property. The house and location and amenities are excellent (you only need to bring sunscreen and bathing suits - they've got everything else there), and Amanda is amazing to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2020
Thank you for staying at The Emerald Escape on 30A! Your kind words and review are extremely helpful. We are thrilled you had such a great trip and hope to host you all again soon. - Amanda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison C.

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

Perfection!

From the very start, the process was extremely easy. Communication was on point. The house was beautiful, and described perfectly. Easy access to the beach, and close to many great restaurants. The golf cart was perfect transportation for the area. The property was loved by the entire party. Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Great place to stay

The property was excellent. The location was ideal and the owners were great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Simply perfect!

Amanda is an absolute delight to work with and her home is one of the most well appointed that I’ve ever stayed. Close proximity to the beach and some of the best restaurants in town. Most definitely recommend! Thank you, Amanda, for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

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

Great family vacation spot

Awesome layout for our family of grown children! Everything was so clean and well taken care of. We brought lots of our own supplies, such as a family-sized crock pot, beach towels, chairs, and boogie boards and all of those things were there for us to use!! We could have packed much lighter!! Having the golf cart was so convenient and fun!!! I would 100% recommend this home to any group looking for a house of this size!! It will not disappoint and the owner is so easy to work with! She answered our couple of questions quickly! Great week with our family at this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny G. G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome accommodations

Place was awesome for our 4 families!! Great home just minutes walking to the beach!! Host Amanda was very responsive to our needs and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Excellent Property - Even better than described!

Amanda is absolutely a delight to work with; her response time and attention to detail is a rarity! The house is ideal-fully stocked kitchen, clean and nicely furnished rooms, minutes to the beach. The golf cart is a nice touch, making trips to the beach even easier. Would most definitely recommend and plan to book again! Thank you, Amanda!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOHN M.

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

Amazing Beach vacation, will stay again

This has been our favorite beach rental we have ever had. The house worked great for our family of 6. It was large enough that everyone had their own personal space, but we still enjoyed meals together. The house is only a quarter mile to the beach. We used the electric golf cart to lug all of the provided beach stuff. Most days we were able to find open golf cart parking. If we didn't, we just took all the stuff down to the beach and had 1 person drive the cart back to the house and walk. It was close enough that's it's only a 5 minute walk for 1 person. Then we just did the same when leaving. The beach location has a sand bar that reaches out 60 feet, so it was great for kids. There are a lot of restaurants and shopping within golf cart range of the house. We only used the car to go to the grocery store and the outlet mall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don p.

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

All Around Great Place to Stay

This is the second time we have stayed here because we had such a great time during our first visit. The condo is a wonderful location for all the activities in the area. Close to beach, popular restaurants and shopping. The owners are very accommodating and friendly. We would highly recommend staying here! Don and Marcia Powers
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille C.

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

Two family vacation with young kids!

We had a great time in Santa Rosa Beach! The house was perfect for our big crew and included everything we needed for the week. There were board games for downtime at the house, sand toys and all sorts of gear for the beach, and the outdoor shower was so convenient. Amanda was available if we needed anything but we never had any issues! The area is super cute and loaded with restaurants and beautiful beaches without feeling quite a touristy as Destin- we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great family vacation spot

Excellent location and awesome beaches at a very nice house and neighborhood. Owners were awesome and communicated throughout the process. Everything you need is included at the house including the golf cart to carry you back and forth to the beach. This was definitely a plus with this property. I would most definitely recommend this property for a great, relaxing vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kami W.

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

Excellent stay!!

Our family of 6 had a wonderful time at the house. The owner was super responsive with all our questions. The location of the house was perfect. The golf card allowed quick and easy access to the beach. The house provided everything needed to make our daily trip to the beach fun and relaxing (chairs, toys, towels etc.). We will definitely come back again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Home on 30A!

We had a wonderful time staying in this lovely home in Santa Rosa Beach! The home had plenty of space for 8 of us and the golf cart was a nice perk included! The owner Amanda, was super helpful and very kind. She was attentive and checked in on us throughout our trip. Would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay on charming 30A!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

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

Great beach house!

We had a great family vacation! The house was well stocked and in a great location...easy access to beach and close to a hiking/mountain biking trailhead. The golf cart and beach gear were especially helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baley P.

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

A great host and a great beach house

We stayed as a group of 6, 3 couples. We had a fantastic time. Hurricane sally had just hit the Florida coast the day before we were to check in. Amanda was so helpful and communicated with us through the whole stressful time with the decision to come or cancel.We had a blast, and the houses three levels were perfect for multiple families. The bunk room was a bonus and it made us miss our kids and want to bring them back! Golf cart, location to amenities, and garage full of beach toys was so ideal as well. Perfect perfect experience. Couldn’t recommend enough!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Perfect rental on 30A!

We have rented this property for two years in a row and hope to continue staying here in the future! The location is fantastic - easy and quick access to the beach with the golf cart or a short bike ride or walk. You can also ride or walk to Gulf Place town center which has great restaurants and shops. This house is very clean and has everything you need. The owners are absolutely wonderful to work with. Very responsive, helpful and thoughtful! We love the small decks off of each floor as well as the patio area on the ground floor for gathering, reading or having morning coffee. The bottom floor bedroom works great for older adults who may want to "get away" from the kids/larger group at times and it also has an easy in/out shower. Overall, a fabulous home, great location and amazing owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Amanda Bodien

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My husband and I, along with our two kids, live in a small town just south of Dallas. We love to travel, and during the summer we can always be found near the water, whether on a lake in Texas or by the ocean in fabulous Santa Rosa Beach. We enjoy vacationing along 30-A because of the family friendly atmosphere, pristine beaches, and the small town feel coupled with plenty of attractions close by. This home is a dream come true for our family! We look forward to the opportuity to host you for your best vacation yet as you experience the relaxing beauty of Santa Rosa Beach.

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