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You can look forward to a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities at Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch

Welcome to your “Old Florida” hideaway—serene, comfortable, and perfectly located just 500 feet from a private, uncrowded Gulf beach. Guests consistently rate this cottage 10/10 for its peaceful setting, thoughtful amenities, and easy access to nature.

Enjoy morning coffee or evening sunsets on the large screened porch while listening to the waves and spotting white squirrels, dolphins, and even manatees in the shallows. Families love the quiet neighborhood where kids can explore safely, build sandcastles, or fish from the nearby pier. Our guests regularly catch redfish and enjoy kayaking the Wakulla River with our provided kayaks and canoe.

Inside, the cottage combines beachy charm with modern comforts—high water pressure showers, a spacious kitchen fully stocked for cooking, and a cozy living area perfect for movie nights. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a family trip, or an extended stay, you’ll find everything you need for complete relaxation.

Nearby, explore local favorites like Wakulla Springs State Park, the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab, and nearby restaurants in Panacea. Guests return year after year for the tranquility, the star-filled night skies, and that unmistakable sense of “getting away from it all.”

Book your stay today and see why so many families call this their favorite spot on the Forgotten Coast.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Panacea, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Carrabelle History Museum and Sopchoppy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. James Bay Golf Club and Bayside Marina. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Panacea travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Carrabelle Beach, Carrabelle, Florida
    Carrabelle Beach
    28 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Historic lighthouse on shell beach with driftwood and palms in Sanibel island Florida
    Shell Point Beach
    48 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • beach near Turkeypoint Road
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Alligator Point Beach
    25 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • St. George Island Beach
    56 min drive - 44.9 miles

Restaurants

  • Crooked River Grill
    15 min drive
  • Aligator Point Tiki Bar
    24 min drive
  • The Wharf Express
    5 min drive
  • Alligator Point Yacht Basin
    24 min drive
  • Eddy Teaches Oyster Bar
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Alligator Harbor Aquatic Preserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Wilson Beach and FSU Coastal & Marine Lab. Shell Hammock and St. James Bay Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Peaceful “Old Florida” Retreat : 500 ft to Private Beach : Screened Porch Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing stay!! We were looking for a quieter place with beach access and this was PERFECT! We loved the short walk to the beach, the screened in porch, and of course watching the amazing sunsets and sunrises. Our kids spent hours playing in the sand on the beach while we fished and enjoyed the views. We caught quite a few redfish from the pier and also saw lots of wildlife - manatees, sea turtles, dolphins, and of course the white squirrels as mentioned in the property description! Already working on planning another trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan L.

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

Great weekend getaway

House was great. Has a huge kitchen and a large screened in porch. The walk to the beach was quite easy. Perfect for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pearce L.

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

Summer Vacation

Great location to nearby towns. The beach access was easy. The cottage had everything we needed for our trip. This was our second time staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

If you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation with the gulf just steps away, this is the place.

Our stay at this beach house was nice. Located just one tier back from the beach, it offered the perfect balance of privacy and proximity to the gulf. The house itself was well maintained, with many amenities that made it feel like a home away from home. The spacious deck was a highlight, perfect for morning coffee and reading the paper.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Relaxing week away

This was our first visit to St. Teresa beach and we really enjoyed the area! The house was very nice, comfortable and what we look for in a vacation home and a short walk to the beach. The beach is quiet and the people and families we did meet were very friendly. We enjoyed Trident restaurant, the Tiki Hut on Alligator Point and EastPoint Brewery and the local fresh seafood markets! My husband did not have much luck fishing but the week away without a schedule was wonderful! Morning runs and evening walks on the beach were so peaceful! We did have a bear encounter but he was not aggressive, a first for us! We hope to come back for another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE T.

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

A great place to spend a month!

The cottage and area is a perfect place to relax, walk on the beach, cook and read. We cooked a lot at the cottage (went to Crawfordsville and Costco in Tallahassee for groceries) because kitchen was very well equipped. We did not use the kayaks and we don't fish but all the equipment is there for that! The cottage was great for the two of us. Big tv to watch movies on Netflix, Prime, local channels and more. St Theresa is the perfect spot to explore from--we travelled East toward Panacea, ate at the Trident, Angelo's, Hamanackers. Glad we didn't miss Wakulla Springs and the beautiful historic lodge there but especially the boat tour. Golfed in Tallahassee at Southwood, a really nice course. Although it was awesome that we could walk out the door and the beach was a very short walk away sometimes we switched it up and walked on the Carrabelle beach and many times drove to St George Island to walk miles on that white quartz sand beach too. ( P.S. we liked the walk on the St Theresa beach best when it was low tide) Shawn and Katie are super hosts and very responsive if you need them!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, and quiet area to hang out and get away. Enjoyed are stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. It was my grandson's first time going to the beach, the home was adult and child friendly. We will be returning soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Beautiful area, relax and enjoy nature.

Very nice cottage, had everything we needed. We used the tandem kayak, a little bit of a trek to get it down to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow, we loved our time here... especially the wife... very organized, exactly as described and ready to go! Cannot recommend highly enough... you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruiel D.

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

Great vacation spot!

We loved this property and the relaxation it offered! The beach is a short walk and is so quiet and relaxing. It is just what our family needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillie E.

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

Great stay

Always enjoy our time in the Cozy Cottage! Looking forward to next year already!
Stayed 56 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Family Florida Exploration

We enjoyed the location of the house and the quiet neighborhood. Thanks to the helpful welcome book we had the local information needed to enjoy day adventures at the surrounding state parks and the Gulf Specimen Aquarium. Dad and son booked a fishing trip and had a blast! Everyone in the area was helpful and friendly making for a great time in the natural surroundings of Florida.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Forgotten Coast

Great winter get-away. Look forward to staying next winter as well.
Stayed 74 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck H.

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

This was our second stay with the grandkids, still love it!

A little walk to the pier and im fishing! We all loved it and im sure we'll be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillie E.

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

Cozy cottage

We have always enjoyed our time at the cozy cottage. That’s why we keep coming back!Thanks Shawn and Katie, we really appreciate your beautiful home!
Stayed 34 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tricia m.

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

Comfy and cozy

Wonderful home. It aided in us enjoying our time in Panacea. We were not prepared to purchase more toilet paper though but that was a quick fix. Wonderful home to rent and we hope to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

St Teresa

I enjoyed Turkey Point
Stayed 44 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hamid M.

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

Very peaceful

This is our third time at this property, and not the last one, for certain. We enjoyed every minute of our stay; thank you to the generous host for providing everything we needed and making us feel like we were at our own home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really nice property with everything you need as long as you're looking for a laid-back vacation without a lot of attractions. We did see dolphins, a horseshoe crab, starfish, tons of hermit crabs, squirls, and rabbits. The walk to the beach wasn't too bad and the sand was great for sandcastles. The beach does have a few hazard spots next to the pier so don't go running into the water until after your first low tide so you can see where the logs are. Other than that, this was a great place to relax and enjoy the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Wonderful

This house was stunning, very open and very well equipped with everything we needed, it was just a short walk to the very beautiful and in crowded beach, would definitely recommend this place to all. We absolutely loved it
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Great Game Weekend Getaway

Very nice property, all aspects, as promised!!! Friendly neighbors giving access to the Gulf! Very manageable drive to FSU for the game!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eben B.

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

Thanks!

Nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

leslie d.

Great getaway!

We had a wonderful stay at this house. We live in Orange Park Florida so it was a great weekend getaway. The only suggestions I would have is a little more direction to what docks are open to the home to access the beach. I would also upgrade the TV and cable because it's not always warm outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah M.

Rock the dock.

Had a great stay at this little hidden gem. Had a great porch and plenty of room. the only thing was in the pictures there is a dock and when we got there there was not a dock I am assuming the hurricane took out the dock and the pictures haven't been updated yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019