Title: Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! 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 # Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! Holiday home in Santa Rosa Beach with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29670000/29664600/29664586/7fe71f46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29670000/29664600/29664586/9566fe0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29670000/29664600/29664586/528c8b58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29670000/29664600/29664586/897dbd83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29670000/29664600/29664586/5c0e627d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled among tall pines and palm meadows, Shepherd Cottage is a charming retreat perfect for a romantic getaway. Relax on the cozy front porch with swing and rocking chairs or unwind in the full kitchen with modern appliances. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2675 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Kitchen £381 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec ## 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. ### Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! Shepherd Cottage - Historic Shepherd Cottage is one of the original surviving early cottages of 'Old Grayton Beach', established in the 1880's. This cottage has been updated with a new kitchen, central heat and air, with emphasis on preserving its original characteristics. It is a small cottage and is ideal for a romantic getaway for a couple. The cottage is nestled in tall pines and surrounded by palm meadows with a large front porch with swing and rocking chairs. It is a great place to relax, and within easy walking distance to the Gulf Beach, Western Lake, Red Bar Restaurant, Zoo Gallery, General Store, Hibiscus Guest House and Cafe, Grayton Coffee House, etc. You can also rent bikes at the General store and enjoy miles and miles of off road paved bike paths through the Grayton Beach State Park, Watercolor, Seaside, etc. ALL ON ONE LEVEL: Cozy front porch, Living room with flatscreen TV, Dining room with table seating for 4, Bedroom with Queen bed, Full bathroom with shower only, Twin bed nook off living area, Full kitchen, Washer and dryer, Back porch with grill and outdoor shower. \*This property is monitored by a security camera overlooking the driveway. \*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 675 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34300000/34297900/34297841/39f2c18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Smith House - Updated Historic Charm Grayton Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 270 reviews £412 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=34297841&PinnedHotelID=34297841&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54080000/54075500/54075439/64e62ef5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute little Cottage! 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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 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 1435 ## 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%7C30.33433%2C-86.16724&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0FUZMoq9vWMVaS_jITrHGPIBJHQ=) Grayton Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Grayton Beach State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Seagrove Beach West - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Grayton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - South Walton Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Point Washington State Forest - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Red Bar - ‬8 min walk - ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hurricane Oyster Bar and Grill - ‬9 min walk - ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar!? > As of 22 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! on 30 Nov 2025 start from £380.73, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Rosa-Beach-Hotels-Shepherd-Cottage-Grayton-Beach.h29664586.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! located? > Located in Grayton Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Grayton Beach, Seagrove Beach West and South Walton Beaches. Grayton Beach State Park and Point Washington State Forest are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shepherd Cottage - Grayton Beach, Cozy Historic Cottage, Close to the Red Bar! Reviews 9.4 ### 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 54 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon B. 18 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic stay. Shepherd cottage was amazing and we will be back. House had a great relaxed feel and was convenient to the beach and local restaurants. ##### Brandon B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Monica A. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Quaint, historical property in a wonderful location. The rental agency is right across the street and very responsive. I would recommend the property for a couple, but any more than two guests is a tight squeeze. ##### Monica A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky R. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place and location! Loved this house. It's walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the beach. ##### Becky R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard W. 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### History Charming place ##### Richard W. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynette M. 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wifi needs updating. Very weak signal and tv cuts off half way through program. Have to reboot router. ##### Lynette M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vintage home Original wood floors and ship lap- loved the venture into another time - home has so much of original vibes but updated for current expectations - location fabulous and we loved our stay ##### Mark M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica Lynn O. 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great customer service The property was super cute and clean. The customer service was great, we locked ourselves out and they resolved the problem immediately. They also communicated well, and notified us the property was 2 hours early and could check in early free of charge! ##### Jessica Lynn O. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy H., San Antonio, Florida 18 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful couples getaway Had a great time, this was our 2nd time staying, we will be back! ##### Kristy H. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie S. 15 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a romantic get away! Super easy check booking , check in and check out. ##### Julie S. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana M. 16 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved everything about this place! We stayed at the Shepherd Cottage for three nights and loved it. Beautifully decorated and close to Grayton Beach State Park, The Red Bar, and 30A. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Dana M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike C., Germantown, TN 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin Fantastic little cabin for a get away. Perfect distance from beach and entertainment. Comfortable stay. Will definitely stay again. ##### Mike C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marilyn P. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Perfect Place Shepard’s Cottage is in the perfect location! It was very clean and adorably decorated. I would definitely stay here again. ##### Marilyn P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Robert J., Atlanta, GA 28 May 2017 #### Great place I loved the porch and the outside shower in back. ##### Robert J. Stayed 6 nights in May 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank H. 18 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage in Old Florida Set in a private, wooded little hideaway. Lots of parking for guests. ##### Frank H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy R. 3 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grayton Beach vacation Charming cottage in the heart of Grayton. Close to beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Perfect get a way! ##### Amy R. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth N. 31 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway for 2! Such a cute beach cottage with the perfect Grayton Beach vibe! Shuttle pickup directly across the street! ##### Beth N. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick S. 17 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for 2 Cute historic cottage in convenient location ##### Nick S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor S. 18 Jun 2019 #### Great stay + Grayton Super walkable to beach, nice size for 2 of us. Loved the outdoor shower + front porch. We could walk to dinner/drinks, the area was great. Wish we could've stayed longer! ##### Taylor S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jodie h. 5 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grayt Beach “Camp” The cottage was perfect for our getaway and we had bikes delivered to the property right before we checked in and enjoyed exploring the area, State Parks, and the beautiful beaches that surround Grayton. We loved the outdoor shower and grill and the front porch swing was perfect for happy hour. We will definitely be back! ##### jodie h. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Visit Exactly what is advertised. Close to all of Grayton. ##### John G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K.C. H. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Cool place, unbeatable location. ##### K.C. H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte W. 7 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint lovely place Awesome experience ##### Charlotte W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles W. 14 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! This cabin is perfect for two people. Within walking distance to beach and restaurants. Only complaint is the mattress is very uncomfortable and needs to be replaced. ##### Charles W. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George A., Victoria, Minnesota 15 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for solo. Combo of a calm setting in the woods with the Gulf of Mexico only three blocks away. Fabulous beach. ##### George A. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ali d. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing birthday weekend We had the best time. Communication was perfect in all needs. Perfect for 2 people. ##### ali d. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023