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30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision!

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden flooring, and modern appliances.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A porch with a swing seat, a door with a number, and a welcome mat.
A two-story residential building with a front porch, a brick foundation, and a clear blue sky in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Santa Rosa Beach
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master 1

1 King Bed

Master 2

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs 1/2 Bath

Soap · Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision!

Forest Lakes Subdivision home - Quiet Gated Neighborhood with a Community Pool

Welcome to "30A Castaway Cottage" - our 4 Bedroom, each having a spacious relaxing balcony 4.5 Bathroom home at Forest Lakes in Blue Mountain Beach.

LOCATION:

This cozy home is located right in the middle of the Longleaf Pines Forest, a cool spot for hiking and biking the trails of the Forest Lakes community in Blue Mountain Beach but only 1 mile from Gulf Place. This gated community is right across from Draper Lake - one of Florida's rare dune lakes and a five-minute cart/bike ride from shopping, dining, and public beach access. 30A is literally in the backyard of this home. The nearest public beach access is conveniently less than 1/2 mile from this home.

PROPERTY OVERVIEW:

The home's exterior has a spacious front porch with a large bed swing for relaxing, a private porch off the master bedroom on the first floor, a private balcony right outside of the master bedroom on the second floor and an additional spacious balcony split between the third and fourth bedroom on the second floor. There is a storage area on the backside of the carport with beach chairs for your convenience. Off the front porch you walk in to an open living/dining room with natural light. There's plenty of space with table seating for 8 people at the dining table and an additional five stools at the kitchen bar. The living room comes with ample seating space and a 65" TV.

The kitchen comes fully equipped with upgraded stainless steel appliances, a gas range and hood, and all the cookware you'll need for your getaway. Down the hallway from the kitchen is the powder room and first floor master bedroom, complete with a king-size bed, full en suite (walk-in shower and bathtub), a 65" TV, and generously-sized closet space. The master also offers a private spacious porch that overlooks 30A.

The second floor includes a second master bedroom complete with a king-size bed, full en suite (walk-in shower and bathtub), a 65" TV, and generously-sized closet space. The master also offers a private spacious porch that overlooks 30A. Bedroom three on the second floor offers a queen-sized bed and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, a 65" TV, spacious closet space and access to a porch facing the beautiful neighborhood. Bedroom four also comes with a queen-size bed and a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, a 65" TV, spacious closet space and access to a porch shared with bedroom three. The second floor also comes with a laundry room.

There is off-road parking directly in front of the home and down the street, as well as space to park under the carport and in the driveway.

AMENITIES:

The Forest Lakes community provides a gas grill and covered picnic area (The Pavilion) that has a fireplace and a ping pong table for entertainment. The seasonally heated community pool completed an extensive renovation in March, 2021. The pool is very spacious a rarely is busy even during peak seasons! There is also a large green-space area for play or just simply enjoying the view. Forest Lakes has a bridge crossing over the Lake and there is plenty of fish to catch for the little ones (and adults too!). The Lake is catch and release.

The four beach chairs, beach gear, fresh linens, one pack-n-play, cutlery, and cooking utensils.

You will find everything you need in the home to make the most of your time on the Emerald Coast. We offer a starter-supply of guest amenities:

Body Wash
Shampoo
Conditioner
Hand Soap
Toilet Paper
Facial Tissues
Dish Soap
Dishwasher Pods
Laundry Detergent
Paper Towels
Trash Bags
Dish Sponge

NOTES:

Unless you have specifically arranged for an early arrival time, please do not arrive at the property before your scheduled check-in time.

The primary guest must be 25 or older to rent this home.

Construction - This neighborhood - along with many others along the 30A - is growing, and as such there may be construction with attendant noise that may take place during your stay. By booking this listing, you acknowledge that you possible construction noise won't be an issue for you and that you understand that no discounts or refunds will be given for this reason.

Do not hang towels on porch/balcony railings. The HOA imposes fines on guests found to be doing so.

**Please note that this property has a limit of two (2) parking placards which includes both vehicles and any rented LSVs. All vehicles must be parked in the property driveway and not on any community parking pads. Street parking is not allowed at any time. Any additional vehicles must be stored off-site. Guests are required to comply with the Forest Lakes Neighborhood Summary of Rules for Short-Term Rentals, which will be provided upon arrival and is also posted inside the property.**

A complete list of Community Rules will be available within the property for guest review upon arrival.

CONTACT:

Need anything during your stay? We are here and right down the road so we will assist you with anything you need. Just give us a call!

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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
A complete list of Community Rules will be available within the property for guest review upon arrival.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4189506vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Santa Rosa Beach is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa 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.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 30A Cozy 4-bedroom house tucked in the quiet/gated Forest Lakes Subdivision! located?

Situated in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Justin Gaffrey Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and South Walton Beaches are also within 15 minutes.

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