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Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!

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Fire Pit
Living area
Kitchen
Outdoor Seating

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seagrove Beach West
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
- Beach chairs, umbrella, floats, and other beach toys included
- 3 adult sized beach cruisers
- 4 houses to the private beach access in Seaside at the Savannah pavilion
- You will have a total of 6 RFID access cards for access to the private beaches in Seaside.
- Walking/biking distance to Seaside beaches, shops, playgrounds, and restaurants
- Spacious screened in outdoor porch with sitting area
- Outdoor firepit
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Sandpiper Linen Program Participant: All linen, bedding and bath, are the highest quality.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS:
- There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside.The cost for this cottage is $56/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation.
-**Optional Cancellation Protection**- Allows cancellation for ANY reason up to 48 hours in advance of stay and guarantees 50% of all monies paid returned ($100 fee applies at booking).

Thoughtfully curated, professionally designed interiors throughout. Once known as the iconic ‘Sandpiper’ cottage, this stunning home now renamed ‘Leave of Absence.'
Four cottages up from the beach and directly in Seaside proper, you’re sure to see several sandpipers of your own running along the white, sandy beaches of Seaside while staying in our Leave of Absence cottage! Inside our cottage you’ll find an inviting living room complete with custom sectional, additional seating, and flat screen TV. A short hallway away is a kitchen fit for a culinary king! Stainless steel appliances are flanked by designer cabinetry and black Corian countertops with a comfortable dining area to sit and enjoy your breakfast before heading out to the beach! A European designed full bathroom (shower only) downstairs alongside the washer/dryer and outside shower complete the main level.

Upstairs you’ll find your two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed, flat screen TV, and French doors that take you out to your own private balcony. Enjoy your morning coffee on one of the four Adirondack chairs or your afternoon cocktail after a day of shopping around town! The second bedroom sleeps 4 with one full bed and two twins. Located in the hallway is another beautifully updated and large European designed bathroom with shower and vintage free-standing bathtub will allow you to enjoy a soak in style.

We are located 2 blocks west of the town square and the 4th cottage up from the beach, Leave of Absence is a vacationer's dream! The swim/tennis/fitness center is at the other end of Savannah Street – only 100 yards away!

ACCOMMODATIONS:(sleeps 6)
Main Floor:
European designed full bathroom (shower only)
The washer/dryer are located outside with the outdoor shower
Second Floor:
Bedroom1: Master Suite- King bed, flat screen TV, and French doors that take you out to your own private balcony
Bedroom 2: One full bed and Two twin beds- sleeps up to 4
Hallway: Large shared European designed bathroom with shower and vintage free-standing bathtub will allow you to enjoy a soak in style

IMPORANT DETAILS:
** There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside. This charge is optional with Sandpiper Vacation Rentals. The cost for this cottage is $56/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation. Seaside requires the passes to be purchased for the entirety of your stay when ordered.
* Additional fees are required to reserve Pickleball and Tennis courts paid directly to the Seaside amenity Center.
* Seaside Chapel with Sunday services, Walkable Town Center from rental home including shopping, restaurants and upscale grocery market.

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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

Important information

You need to know

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 deadlock

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Seaside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seagrove Beach West - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Square - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pickles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Perfect Pig - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit! on 6 June 2026 start from AU$866, 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.

What time is check-in at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seaside "Leave of Absence" | 2 BR | Sleeps 6 | Screened Porch + Fire Pit! located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is steps away from Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Beach. Seaside Repertory Theatre and Sundog Books are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bre H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to Seaside! Clean & cute!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, prime location! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The area is close to restaurants and food trucks in walking distance. The beach is a short walk and was not crowded during our stay. The kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful quick beach trip with my son. Beds were very comfortable, bikes great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Perfect Location

The house was comfortable, equipped with 2 clean bikes, and in a perfect location (walk to everything) for us; we loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

victoria s.

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

oct 24

great location - close to the beach and close to the towncenter. perfect for the 4 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Splash

Very nice little cottage with nice beach themed home decor and excellent location in Seaside. Perfect for our group of 5. Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura f.

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

Hidden Gem

We loved our stay at Leave of Absence! It’s tucked back on a footpath so you’re away from all the noise and foot traffic. The screened in patio was so charming and cozy and the house had everything we needed! Already talking about when we can come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri J.

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

Gorgeous home

Beautifully decorated, clean, cozy cottage just 4 houses from the beach. Gorgeous home and Seaside is such a beautiful area. Great communication from the property management company. Overall excellent experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Bramlett Family (Plano, Texas)

We had a great time in Seaside at Sandpiper! The decor of the house was very charming, and the location was great and so convenient to the beach and town. The owners were able to address all our questions and gave lots of good suggestions to help us enjoy our stay. Our family of 5 fit well in the space and we are all hoping to return next summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Seaside Getaway

We had a wonderful time at Persuasion. Cottage was clean and well stocked for our needs. Close proximity to the city center and the beach. Only slight issue was the downstairs bathtub stopper didn’t work, but we figured out a work around. We would definitely recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

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

Leave of Absence

Great little home. Very peaceful and the location was the best part. No real complaints. Might could have used a new blind or 2 on the windows.. i would stay again would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice but think there’s a mold problem

The house was clean, neat and great location to the square and beach access. However when I walked in I smelled mold immediately and then I proceeded to get sick. Which was a bummer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Great getaway

We enjoyed our stay at Sandpiper. We could tell there was some transition work starting to happen as the property just sold but looks to be for the better! While there were no closets, the smart use of storage with hooks and drawers under beds took care of that no problem. It had everything we needed, the furniture and beds were quite comfortable and I loved having my coffee out on the balcony or front porch. Our 11 and 13yr old kids had adequate space in their room and their favorite part was walking into town to grab food at the airstreams. We did use the exercise amenities, indoor pool and paid to rent the pickleball court for an hour so that was a nice addition to have when the weather was rainy. Thanks for a great stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael P.

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

Seaside stay

Great locations minutes from the beach. The property is small but worked well for a family of four. Everything functioned in the house but the house is becoming a bit tired and needs a refresh. Sofa and chairs are getting well used and worn out. The king bed in the master did not have a proper headboard and my pillow kept sliding away, which was a bit annoying. When we arrived the water pipe burst under the house and had to be fixed. The property management gets credit for addressing it immediately and fixing it right away. Good experience overall but will stay at a bigger house next time with a proper street view.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Archival

8/10 Good

jody b.

Great location - smaller in real life

This is the ideal location, you can't get any better. We are here with our 4 and 5 year old daughters, and we can walk the 40 yards to the beach, and two streets to the town very easily. I agree that the house is smaller than it looks, but perfect for a family of 4 or 5. The top bunk is up against a slanted ceiling, and has very steep ladder, so really only good for a bigger kid or an uncomfortable adult. The coffee maker was broken upon arrival (someone quickly came with a new one), but the TV/DVD player in the bunk room doesn't change channels or work for dvds. The kitchen could use an updating of equipment, not that many dishes, plates, etc if you are staying a week, but it does have everything you need. The beach umbrella provided is not a useable beach umbrella, and the chairs are a little beat up, but we just used the beach chairs and umbrella at the beach that you can rent. There are no screens on the windows to allow a breeze in (i'm sure that's to protect from humidity) but the screened in porch is fantastic. With all of these little things, it doesn't deduct from the amazing location of the house. And, we had a dozen fresh donuts delivered courtesy of the rental agency, huge bonus in the kids eyes:) We would stay here again for sure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size with everything we needed
Stayed 37 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

Great Seaside Experience

I had a wonderful time staying at this property! The location was superb with easy access to the beach and right around the corner from the town square. The cottage was clean and fresh with up-to-date finishes and comfortable furnishings. Will seek this location out again for a future stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Great place and location

Family of 5 stayed for a week. The house was the perfect size and was well equipped and in great condition and very clean with recently updated furniture. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were spacious. Kitchen was well equipped with updated appliances. Screened in porch was everyone’s favorite place to start the day and wind it down. Lots of TVs that were never turned on. Excellent location only a 3 min walk to downtown and to the beach. We have no complaints and would stay there again without a thought.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Sandpiper Review

Overall I would highly recommend this property because it is on the east side of downtown Seaside and within walking distance to the beach and town center. The property has great parking for two cars which is hard to find at Seaside. Very convenient location to shops, dining, the beach and great place for pets!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Delightful Beach Cottage

Family has enjoyed Seaside for over twenty years. Have experienced both the largest and smallest homes. We look for comfort and atmosphere. Sandpiper was perfect! Wonderful beach cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dempsey S.

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

Great vacation

Great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Loved the Sandpiper

It was perfect for us , my daughter and two granddaughters. Loved the location to the beach and seaside shopping. The house needs a few repairs but we had a wonderful time. Thank you for sharing your home. We have always loved Seaside.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

We’ll be back!

Fantastic location, a 2 minute walk to the beach, and short walk to town center. Perfect size for my wife, daughter and I. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

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

Great location for walking, bike riding and generally doing!

Very pleased, just could have used a little more utensils
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021

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