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Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!

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Eastern Lake
Entry Patio
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room with Bunks

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61330 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Eastern Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach East
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Deer Lake State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!

Unlimited access to the beach. This spacious, 2 bedroom 2 bathroom cottage is nestled in a grove of scrub oaks, on a bluff overlooking Eastern Lake. The Gulf of Mexico is about a 200 yard walk, due south. When you use the county access walkway, it leads you to over 350' of county owned public beach, surrounding the Eastern Lake Inlet, a gorgeous place for kids to play.
You will have to wade across the Inlet, which is sometimes ankle deep, or sometimes thigh deep water, or you can use a completely "dry" public access about 75 yard west of there. We think the most enjoyable way to get to the beach is to paddle in one of the canoes and kayaks that we provide. The cottage is the bottom half of our home, and it features a Pirate Ship and a Treehouse for fun and amusement.
Deer Lake State Park is less than 1 mile to the east. All of Scenic Highway 30-A is connected by a pedestrian bicycle and walking path. WaterSound, Alys Beach, and Rosemary Beach are within about 6 miles to the east. The Big Chill is a restaurant/ shopping hub about 2 miles east, and the town of Seaside is about 3 miles west.
This house is located in a quiet, nice old Florida neighborhood south of 30-A on Eastern Lake, with restaurants, shops, golfing, and bike rentals nearby. There is limited parking. We must stress to you that we have a 7 PERSON MAXIMUM CAPACITY and have PARKING available for only ONE CAR.

If you need additional bedrooms and parking spaces, we also offer a separate 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom rental home with a swimming pool, located right next door. You can view it at VRBO #721289

Keywords: Lake House, Lakefront, Gulfview, Eastern Lake, Seagrove

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

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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 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 Seaside Beach and Alys Beach. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Eastern Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Deer Lake State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Alys Beach - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Steamboat Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Canopy Road Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pickles - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!?

As of 10 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse! on 10 Apr, 2026 start from S$459, 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 Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eastern Lake Lakefront! Easy access to the Gulf! Pirate Ship & Treehouse! located?

Located in Seagrove Beach, this holiday home is steps from Eastern Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Seaside Beach. Seagrove Beach East and Deer Lake State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

kcoen11

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very cute & cozy setting. Biking distance to downtown Seaside with plenty to do nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a nice, quiet week at Of Days Gone By. We've stayed at several other places along 30A, but this one was unique, with lots of great personal touches, including a great outdoor area. We were there the week after Christmas and enjoyed the holiday decor and lighting that was still up. We loved using the kayaks on Eastern Lake and when the weather was warm enough, I sat on top of the pirate ship to enjoy the view and read a book. We would have loved to stay on through the winter!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I added lots of photos that show parts of this awesome VRBO! This was our second time to stay here and won’t be our last! We really love being on the lake but still just a hundred yards or so to the beach! Owners are very friendly and you never even know they are there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie D.

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

Location, Location

Lovely cottage with amazing view and use of Eastern Lake with very brief walk to beach access. The beds are comfortable and the roomy kitchen is well equipped. The updated master bath is beautiful! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joye H.

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

Wonderful experience

This place has something for everyone. So charming and fun! I plan to rent again. Location was fantastic as well.
View from peer.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Family beach trip

We loved our stay at Garrett’s place. The property is beautiful and the location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delanie I.

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

Best rental rver!

We love this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you hope you can return soon!!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Perfect location!

Best of both worlds with lakefront property and quick access to the beach! The pirate ship and treehouse were amazing and a hit with the kids. We loved kayaking the lake and canoeing to the beach. Quick walk to an ice cream shop and a great outdoor restaurant too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent trip! We loved everything about the property. It was beautiful, serene, and VERY relaxing. The house was perfect for our family of 4. We loved the lake view from the dock, kayaking back and forth to the beach, and playing board games around the table at night. We would have loved to stay another week! Thank you for a wonderful visit!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

Great vacation

We had a great stay and would definitely come back. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter L.

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

Wonderful for Family with Kids

We absolutely loved our stay, the property is so uniquely decorated and truly keeps the old Florida style alive. We loved the natural feel of the back yard and the preservation of the original landscape. The our 8 year old loved the pirate ship and the whole family enjoyed the kayaks/canoes on the lake and swimming in the lake. it was perfect for post beach relaxing and floating. the interior is very well decorated and the perfect size for a family of 5-7. We will definitely be looking to bring our family back to Days Gone By.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cody j.

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

Peace of paradise

Location is very nice and quiet, just minutes from the beach and 30a.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Fantastic Location

We loved this unit. Having both access to the lake & beach cannot be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Glad your family enjoyed our little paradise at the beach! Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elly E.

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

Beautifully Amazing!

This property was beautiful and quiet! We are a family of four and we had plenty of room to spread out and be comfortable. It had everything we needed to make our stay perfect. This area was quiet, which we loved! It was also an easy walk to the beach but be prepared to cross a thigh high inlet to get there! My son fished off the dock the entire time we were there! Overall, a great family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patsy B.

Fabulous vacation!

Loved coming back to stay at Nina and Garrett's home! Always such a fun time for my family! Great accommodations! Thanks again!!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hello Patsy, thank you for the kind reviews and glad you had a grand trip to our home and Eastern Lake! Hope you will return with lots of friends in the future! Hope you enjoy your holidays and God Bless! Nina & Garrett
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

The perfect trip.

Everything was fantastic. Great weather at a great location. The house is clean and well put together. Owners are very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Charming

Had a lovely time at 'Days Gone By' beach cottage. Especially enjoyed the waterfall built by the owner and the views of the lake. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Wonderful getaway

Our family had a wonderful stay with Nina and Garret. The house is gorgeous and felt like home. Our kids loved canoeing to the beach and playing on the pirate ship. We rode our bikes everywhere, only a few miles from Seaside.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Hey Jennifer! We are so happy your family enjoyed staying here and hope for you will return again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina H.

Awesome and private

Awesome
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Great place

No problems
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler E.

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

Awesome beach house

We had a great time at this house! It was since and shaded and offered a beautiful view of the inlet lake. Our boys loved the pirate ship and tree house! It was easy and fun to kayak to the beach. We were walking distance from a great ice cream shop and a couple of awesome restaurants. Thank you Garrett and Nina for a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

Stunning location

Lovely unit tucked in among the live oak and overlooking eastern lake with a view of the gulf from the deck. Really a special treat staying on such a beautiful coastal dune lake. We especially enjoyed kayaking under the 30-A bridge to the far shore of the lake. Kayaking to the beach was a fun five-minute jaunt. Stunning location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you for selecting our Of Days Gone By Retreat on the Eastern Lake! Glad you enjoyed and come back anytime!!!! Nina & Garrett
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

Magical Cottage

“Of Days Gone By”, was the perfect place for my husband and I. Everything was just right. Plenty of space inside, and lots of lovely outdoor spaces. A quick bike ride or walk to the gulf. We really enjoyed being on the lake and having the kayak for exploring. Wonderful places to shop and eat close by. I hope we will be back for many years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Traci, we appreciate you and your husbands kind comments and so happy to meet you! We were glad you enjoyed our little piece of paradise, and hope you can return! Nina & Garrett
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie N.

Great Small Family Stay

This is a great location for the kids to play in the nearby inlet of Eastern Lake. You can literally walk and play in the knee deep water of the inlet or access the beach adjacent to the lake. The room is a comfortable 1 bedroom for the adults and there is a bunk bed in the main living room for the kids. This is a great location if you are looking to have good access to Seaside, Rosemary or the beach areas in between.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr, 2020
Thank you so much for the nice remarks Jeannie, we were happy you guys made the trip down and enjoyed the Pirate Ship and the front Tree house, too! Hope you can return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doran D.

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

A special spot on 30A

Really cool house. Right on Eastern Lake. Perfect location. Close to beach. House was perfect for our family of 4. Kids loved the pirate ship (truly an awesome creation!). Hosts were on site but we never felt like our privacy was compromised. The dock on the lake was awesome. And all of the included equipment was a huge bonus. Great kayaks, a canoe and beach gear available to use. This is a really great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Garrett Horn

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We are a married couple who have lived here for many decades and have watched Seagrove mature from the early days. Nina is a Realtor and can help you find your own piece of paradise. Garrett is an Author who has written two books highlighting the history of this area. You may find his books " Postcards of Seagrove" and "Postcards: The Second Story" on Amazon and at Sundog Books in Seaside.

Why they chose this property

This property, in addition to be situated on a great location overlooking Eastern Lake, also provides a great deal of shade and privacy because of its unique canopy of live oaks and magnolias. The beach area directly south is very spacious and includes the Eastern Lake Inlet, a fabulous place for kids of all ages.

What makes this property unique

We provide not only private dock and a Boathouse full of kayaks and canoes, but also a Pirate Ship, and a Treehouse that lend a certain whimsy to the natural setting.

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