Title: Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach Holiday home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Blue Mountain Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41185100/41185099/9db247c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41185100/41185099/dadc7982.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41185100/41185099/65412c98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41185100/41185099/8455987b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41190000/41185100/41185099/95634d99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a shady grove of coastal greenery, Sunshine Cottage offers a cozy retreat. This comfortable home features a full kitchen, shaded patio with ample seating and private grill for your outdoor relaxation needs. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61037 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach Sunshine Cottage Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Beautifully situated in a shady grove of coastal greenery, this cozy cottage in Santa Rosa Beach is the perfect place to get away from it all. This comfortable home offers plenty of privacy, a full kitchen, and a shaded patio where you can put your feet up after a day spent on the beach. The expansive outdoor space offers ample seating, a private grill, and even an outdoor shower to cool you off from the Florida sunshine. What's nearby: This home sits just north of Scenic Highway 30A, only half a mile from the nearest beach access point. You can walk down to the incredible white sand each morning to play volleyball, sunbathe, or spend the day shore fishing. You'll also be three miles west of Grayton Beach State Park, a beautiful setting for hiking, picnicking, fishing, and wildlife viewing, and three miles east of Gulf Place Town Center, which is home to such area favorites as Pizza By The Sea and YOLO Board + Bike. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen Outdoor shower Snowbirds Welcome! Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,037 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44130000/44128500/44128484/4ffe9a80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous, private, coastal home w/ a shared pool, fitness room Blue Mountain Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.0 Good 38 reviews £275 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=44128484&PinnedHotelID=44128484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111699800/111699757/d4f229b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Blue Mountain Beach Retreat Near 30A! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 27865 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.34135%2C-86.20328&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=N_1FtQgGGfvU2Jj8YJx3pfRHh1k=) Santa Rosa Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Santa Rosa Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Grayton Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - 30A Bike Trail - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles - Seaside Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles #### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Goatfeathers Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Local Catch - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shunk Gulley - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mimmo’s - ‬11 min walk - ‪AJ's Grayton Beach - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach located? > Located in Blue Mountain Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mountain Beach and South Walton Beaches. Justin Gaffrey Gallery and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming beach cottage w/ covered patio & outdoor shower - walk to the beach Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location 10 - Excellent 32 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew M. 28 Jun 2025 #### Old-fashioned cottage in a great location near beach We enjoyed our three nights at the Sunshine Cottage. It is in a great location close to the beach, shops, and restaurants. The outdoor shower was very useful. The cottage is old and has dated furnishings, uneven countertops, and poor WiFi—but we didn’t much time in it so didn’t mind. ##### Andrew M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna B. 29 Jun 2024 #### Sunshine cottage Location is close to everything, the beach or Blue Mountain Creamery were a short walk. Although we stayed at this house years ago, it was just as quaint as we remembered. Perfect for 2 couples and 2 teenagers! ##### Deanna B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### janna s. 27 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice Very nice cottage in a pretty neighborhood. The cottage is tucked back behind another house so it took a minute longer to find it. The only issue we experienced was there were several beetle looking bugs in the house during our stay. Just needs a good pest spraying. Would stay there again. ##### janna s. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy F. 13 Jun 2025 #### Wonderful experience! We stayed in Sunshine’s Cottage for 5 nights and loved every minute. The owners live in a separate home at the front of the property and are such lovely people. The little cottage and surrounding grounds are very private and impeccably maintained. The outdoor covered patio and shower are such a nice addition. The walk to the closest beach is about 8 minutes. We can’t wait to go back! ##### Tracy F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy M. 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful This is a private and secluded home. There are houses on either side, but fencing keeps it secluded. The yard gave me a japanese garden feel, which was wonderful! We definitely hope to return. ##### Jeremy M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe S. 18 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay 10/10 recommend We loved loved our stay here at this property! This was our first time booking through Vacasa and we never be going back to other websites. Everything was so easy, SO clean (I’ve had nightmare stays), and such a safe space. Beautiful walk to the beach and beautiful nature all around. The person that owned the property also introduced himself (which i appreciate) Over all such a beautiful time me trip! Thank you! ##### Zoe S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie S. 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great valye Friend and I took our 18 year old daughters down for spring break. Finding it was odd cause it is a cottage behind the owners house. Other than that it was great. It was clean and comfortable. Easy walk to the beach and great location overall. ##### Carrie S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Shelia H. 17 Aug 2024 #### Cute little cottage It’s conveniently located. It was perfect for me and my family. We would definitely stay there again. ##### Shelia H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandy B. 15 Jun 2024 #### Lovely outdoor setting Beautiful outdoor setting, close to beach. ##### Sandy B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie P. 11 Jun 2024 #### Charming cottage and perfect location We enjoyed our stay at Sunshine Cottage. The cottage is set in a relaxing area off the street. Everything was as described and Mr Mason (the owner) was very nice and helpful. It was perfect for our girl's trip weekend. You can't beat the location. A short walk to 30a restaurants/shops and the beach. Would definitely recommend and look to stay when we are in the area again. ##### Jamie P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Katherine M. 29 May 2024 #### Great distance from the beach, nice bathrooms Loved the outdoor shower and the distance from the beach. Lots of fun places to walk to, we basically walked everywhere we went. We always like this area too. ##### Katherine M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 4/10 Poor #### Niamh A. 20 May 2024 #### 2/5 Close to beach and ice cream. Horrible wifi (did not work and server did not show up most of the time). place needs a deep clean and major updating. queen bedroom bed was uncomfortable (king bed was good). this place is only good for a small family that does not mind being extremely close. outside shower was nice! ##### Niamh A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley W. 28 Apr 2024 #### Private escape-near everything! I loved staying in this home. Walkable to many great restaurants and the beach! I didn’t realize the home was behind a house, but it actually made this house feel more secluded. Enjoyed the patio and outdoor shower, would absolutely stay here again! ##### Ashley W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet m. 22 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful The cottage was very homey, and we loved having control over the temperature in every room. Plenty of towels provided. ##### Janet m. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### John P., Espyville, Pennsylvania 9 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Honeymoon There was major construction that started every day around 7:00a.m., nextdoor on both sides. The listing said small walk to the beach. It's literally half a mile away and NOT close to the public beach which is only about 25 yards wide between the private resort beaches. The A/C was great in the house. King bed was comfy, but the Queen bed was like a hammock and not comfy. Best to have a rental car to get around too. ##### John P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzette A. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Cottage Review We really enjoyed our stay at the Sunshine Cottage! Everything was clean and well maintained. A very close walk to the beach. Close to Blue Mountain Creamery as well! We especially loved the outdoor shower. It was used once or twice daily by one of us!! I would definitely stay again at Sunshine Cottage!! ##### Suzette A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer J. 3 Jul 2023 #### Just what we needed Lovely, comfy cozy setup, with a wonderful beach in walking distance. ##### Jennifer J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darrick L. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage Was tidy nice and good location ##### Darrick L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James N., Georgia 22 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet getaway Property was peaceful and quiet but close to restaurants, beach and shopping. ##### James N. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard J. 9 Oct 2022 #### Cozy cottage We enjoyed our stay and our conversation with the owners! Enjoyed the privacy in a very active area. Everything was great! ##### Richard J. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise S. 24 Aug 2022 #### DS The house had everything we needed. ##### Denise S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas G. 16 Jun 2022 #### Great for families Perfect location for spending time on the beach! Our 2nd year staying here. ##### Thomas G. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol H. 10 May 2022 #### House has everything you need! This is our second year booking this charming cottage! The house stays cool, we love the outdoor shower, my kids slept well, and it has everything you need to make you feel at home. We brought freezer meals and shopped for groceries when we got there to make the food costs a little lower. The grill worked great, as well as the appliances in the home. The cottage is within walking distance from the beach. Love the outdoor patio, and the owners are delightful. We love this little home!! ##### Carol H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 20 Feb 2022 #### Gem in the Middle of All the High Rise and Condos If you are looking for quiet with an escape to the beach. This is it! Very clean and well cared for. Thank you. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Chad H. 29 Nov 2021 #### Quirky and cute Property clean, beautiful yard, great location and short walk to the beach. Had trouble with air conditioning units too warm in the house and awkward bedroom arrangements. Kitchen could use a modern toaster, hand mixer and updated pans/more baking dishes. Overall very pleased and would stay again. ##### Chad H.