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Blue Mountain Retreat – Golf Cart, Pool, Gym & Rec Courts

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park

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Living area
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, South Walton Beaches
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Mountain Retreat – Golf Cart, Pool, Gym & Rec Courts

Kriss Cottage – Spacious Blue Mountain Beach Retreat with Golf Cart! 🚲🌴

Welcome to Kriss Cottage, located in the heart of The Village at Blue Mountain Beach! Perfect for families or multi-generational getaways, this retreat offers both a main house and carriage house, comfortably accommodating up to 12 guests. With a 6-person golf cart included, this home makes exploring 30A easy and fun.

Baby equipment available upon request: 2 Pack n Plays, stroller, and baby saucer.

Inside the Home

The main house features a spacious first floor with:

A fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and island seating for 3

Dining area with a large wooden table for family meals

Cozy living room with smart TV and plenty of seating

Full bathroom and mudroom with washer & dryer

Guest bedroom with two twin-over-twin bunk beds (brand-new mattresses) and exterior door access for flexibility

Upstairs:

Master Bedroom: King bed + Queen Murphy bed, ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo, double vanities, and private porch access

Queen Bedroom #2: Ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo

Queen Bedroom #3: Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower

Carriage House:

Queen bedroom + full bathroom

Comfortable living room with convertible sleeper sofa

Outdoor Living

Step outside to enjoy:

Screened-in porch overlooking the redone backyard

Outdoor dining table for 8 + additional seating for 2

Propane grill for alfresco cooking

Outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach

Convenient beach gear storage in the mudroom

Community Amenities

Gated Community with added security

Community Pool (not heated) with cabana and loungers

Shuffleboard & Bocce Ball Court

Shared Fitness Center

Smart TVs in every bedroom and living room

WiFi, coffee maker, and Keurig

Full linen package included

Ring doorbell cameras at main house and carriage house

Pool Access: 12 wristbands provided. All wristbands must be returned at departure; $100 replacement fee per unreturned wristband applies.

Nearby Attractions

Blue Mountain Regional Beach Access: 0.5 miles away

Biking & walking trails throughout the community

Dining highlights: Blue Mabel Restaurant, Blue Mountain Bakery, Blue Mountain Beach Creamery

Additional local favorites: Mimmo’s 30 Italian, Cowgirl Kitchen, Red Fish Taco, Local Catch Bar & Grill, The Perfect Pig, and more

Parking & Policies

Parking for up to 3 vehicles; overflow lot available near community entrance

Booking Policy: 50% deposit at booking, balance due 30 days prior

Age Requirement: Must be 25+ to rent

Kriss Cottage combines comfort, convenience, and style in a prime Blue Mountain Beach location. Whether you’re relaxing in the backyard, exploring the neighborhood via golf cart, or strolling to the beach, this retreat is the perfect home base for your 30A vacation! 🌊🚲

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

No 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 in Blue Mountain Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Seaside Beach and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountain Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Local Catch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mimmo’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Golf cart, shared pool, gym, 3 Rec courts, outdoor dining located?

Nestled on the beach, this Blue Mountain Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Blue Mountain Beach and South Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Beach and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Fabulous 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: House is so cute and had everything we needed! golf cart was a life saver getting us to beach and local restaurants. beach access was close and easy. highly recommend to anyone planning a beach vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 great ! Just what we needed ! The host was very responsive with everything I asked !responded with in 10 mins ! Now the apartment above the garage is not allergy went out but was fix as well ! Overall I had a great time ! Loved the area ! Golf cart was a plus !
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10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

Family vacation done right?

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: When we arrived at Kris cottage for our family vacation the golf cart was right on the pad where they said it would be. The instructions on how to get in or clear and understandable. We stepped inside Kris cottage and it was beautiful. It was clean. It was wonderfully laid out beautifully decorated. The bunk bedroom was a hit with the littles. Any issue we had was addressed promptly and fixed. Our pool was closed for two days for some reason that the customer service at Sanddollar one helped provide us with an alternate pool to use even though that morning our pool was back open. We love the area never stayed that far down on 38 before The neighbors in the neighborhood were awesome and very welcoming.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Family vacation

The house had plenty of room for the family
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

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

Summer Vaca 2021

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Perfect home for our family of 9. 4 couples and a baby

The home was beautiful and the neighborhood is beautiful, quiet and safe. Renting a golf cart made the short trek to the beach very nice. It was nice that every room had their own bathroom. We really enjoyed our stay and were sad it’s over.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Erin S.

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

July 29-Aug 2

Great bathroom to bedroom ratio. Easy walk to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

There was so much room, we could have shared it with more people. There was an issue with the Wi-Fi on the first day and the property manager was very quick to get it fixed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny Lee C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We had a great trip. The location of the house was great. There was plenty of room and described as listed. The golf cart was broken and they had us a rented golf cart ready.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Edmond, OK USA

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

Moody/Long Family Vaca

Wow, this house was truly amazing inside and out. It was perfect for my wife and me, our daughter, her husband, and their three beautiful daughters. We have zero complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie F., Coalfield TN

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

Kriss Cottage

The property was amazing! Beautiful neighborhood and not too bad a walk to the beach. Having the golf cart was definitely a plus! My family filled the house and carriage house and enjoyed Blue Mountain immensely. All the restaurants were delicious and of course, a visit to the ice cream shoppe became a nightly event.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Diana M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Santa Rosa

2 families vacationing together. 8 adults - plenty of room. Close to the beach and restaurants. The property is in a great location but could use a little upkeep attention. Property manager promptly responded to our concerns. LOTS of palmetto bugs inside the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

The Perfect Spot

We chose this house as a vacation spot for for my daughter and I along with three other mother/daughter duos. This house could not have been more perfect!! The location was so perfect and convenient. The neighborhood was quiet, and the neighborhood pool was a nice reprieve from the beach for the girls. The house was set up wonderfully with each room having its own bathroom. That was a huge convenience and time saver with 4 teenage girls! Communication prior to my stay was excellent! I can’t imagine a better place to stay in the area. Thanks for a marvelous vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great baby’s first beach trip!

8 adults and one infant stayed 5 nights. Cooked all dinners and lunches at house. Publix close proximity. Grill was great, could use some long handle grill tools. Description could include driving guest might consider bringing additional dish soap/laundry pods/trash bags/TP/napkins etc. We inquired about keurig which was onsite. Asked about a crockpot which was provide along with hot pads. Management group was very responsive to our requests.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Courtney S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would not recommend

Location is far from beach. Definitely have 2 drive. Oven never worked entire stay. Furniture was not comfortable and very dirty. Parking is a problem as driveway will only hold 2 vehicles. Window shade in 3rd floor bedroom broke and hit my uncle gashing him in the head while he was sleeping. We had to make the best of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Travis S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break '22

The property management Maint manager, Thomas and his wife, were awesome. If it were not for their promptness and kindness, this would not have been 4 stars. The cleanliness was not up to par when we arrived, but the fixed the issues immediately. Thank you! Overall, the home needs some TLC. You can see where holes have been patched and painted, baseboards are all scratched up, etc. The TV in the living room is going out and the picture is terrible. We went to use the gas grill on the back patio and there was a squirrel nest in it with a squirrel currently residing in it as well. I would definitely use sand dollar rentals for our vacation again due to the service from Thomas and his wife, but would not stay in this particular unit unless the owners did a massive TLC overhaul.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Kateryna C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

No gulf cart, very dirty mattresses, mold

1. When we booked the house in February, the description was “golf cart included”. But once we arrived, they said it’s $700 a week. 2. The backyard was not prepared for renters, it was very dirty. 3. The mattresses were in terrible condition, especially in the master bedroom. It was impossible to sleep on. It had a lot of huge yellow and brown spots. 4. The room above the garage smelled damp and moldy. It was impossible to stay there during the day or overnight. 5. The garage was locked. 6. There is nothing in this house for the beach like chairs, sand toys, etc. 7. The pool is clothing at 7:15pm which is very early. 8. Walk to the beach takes about 20-25 min. I do not recommend renting this house for the family beach vacation especially with kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Cheryl T.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Poor Experience at a Beach Rental

If you’re planning a beach vacation, you may want to think twice before renting from Sand Dollar One management company. We recently had a terrible experience with this particular company, and we’re here to warn you of the potential pitfalls. 

We paid a heavy cleaning fee, yet the home was in need of many repairs. The toilet seats were old and needed to be replaced, and there were multiple items from previous renters under the mattresses. The kitchen drawers had old food crumbs, and the coffee maker needed to be cleaned before we could use it, just to name a few. We also paid for a gas golf cart, but it was not provided until three days into our rental and they refuse to consider any reimbursement. 

The management company does not work on the weekends, so if you need anything, you’re out of luck. The rental was also very expensive compared to other rentals closer to the beach. The neighbors didn’t like the rental groups, and they complained of children playing outside, laughter unwelcome. 

It was clear that the management company didn’t care about our experience, but only about the money. Paying through Vrbo just ensures that you will not get a refund when it’s due to you. We have made this trip for thirty years, and this management company was by far the worst. 

We hate giving a bad review online, but this one was earned. If you’re planning a beach vacation, we urge you to stay away from Sand Dollar One management company.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt P.

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

Fantastic Family Accommodations

We booked as a spring break to get our kids a reprieve from the Cleveland weather. We were very much looking forward to a change of scenery for the first time in over a year in quarantine. The house completely met our expectations and then some. With the exception of some dust and cobwebs, the house was very well-maintained & completely met our expectations. The Pros: The location was great, positioned adjacent to an entrance gate which meant we didn't have to worry about our kids (6, 4 and 1) encountering speeding cars/trucks past the house. There was plenty of room to spread out for my wife and I along with my parents. Bathrooms were very clean as were the common areas and no musty smells as can be common in beach properties. Our two oldest loved the bunk beds which they found to be one of the highlights of the trip. The Cons We vacuum our house daily and the lack of a working vacuum (Dyson v6 would not hold a charge) was an issue. Having come back from the beach and unavoidably tracking sand into the house was inevitable. We resorted to sweeping with a broom & sucking up with a dust buster. Wish we could have been more diligent with cleaning which we would have been happy to do. It would have been nice to have a toaster in the main house as well as a selection of larger pots and pans. The house can accommodate a large group and it would be nice for that to be reflected in the ability to cook for that large group. Especially during this time when guests like us are still reluctant to do in-person dining. We cooked dinner every night and it was difficult at times to accomplish that. No grill brush. Again, we would have loved to keep the grill tidier, but we couldn't find a way to scrape it after usage which we would have normally done. And finally, which I recognized can be unavoidable, the CONSTRUCTION! The house across the street had a power saw going the entire trip. And around the corner was the construction of a new build. Literally putting up walls with pneumatic nail guns/hammers and saws running constantly. Not great for kid naps or the relaxing vibe we were anticipating. We did have access to leave, but there were vans, trucks, trailers & equipment running from 8AM - 6PM...literally all day, everyday. To be clear, this is a 5-star review. We were blown away by the house and location. We loved the area & are already planning our return to 30A for Spring Break 2022 to experience all we missed out on post-COVID.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Twana P.

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

Vacation

It was wonderful and the golf cart was a plus !!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri S.

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

Wedding weekend

Offered everything we needed for a weekend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Libby W.

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

Lovely

Property was good Driveway was not adequate for amount of people.. 3 families Home was comfortable and provided great relaxing environment Carriage house was great ..less ice maker ,lol. Closet needs some airing out I believe , I had to wash my clothes before wearing? Just a suggestion?
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

NIKKI W.

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

Everything we needed

This house was in a great location. Trips to the beach were a short golf cart ride away. Loved the hidden murphy bed in the master, that was a nice surprise for us to have!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Twyla M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice home but too many bugs

The home was nice, check in easy, walk to beach short. However, tv in master bedroom was broken for first week of stay, then washer broke and we needed to clean baseball uniforms and clothing for a two week stay and ended up spending $32 at laundry mat. The biggest issue were the roaches. They were all over including kitchen counter, master bathroom, living room, and downstairs bathroom. Returning home we made sure to leave out bags in the garage and empty all belongings outdoors to avoid bring bugs into home. An exterminator needs to be called immediately to resolve and for the price paid for a two week stay I do not appreciate having to deal with roaches.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Beautiful Place

We enjoyed the community, neighborhood and the little walk to the beach and ice cream shop. The house had everything we needed to make us feel like we were at home. The beds were comfortable and the house was spacious enough for everyone to spread out after a long day. We really enjoyed sitting out on the screened in porch at night after dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

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