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Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Rosemary Beach, FL
  • Place, Rosemary Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Powell Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Alys Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools

***VRBO Top Rated Home for 2025***

What Guests Love

* Complete Clean Bedding Program
* 4 Free Beach Cruiser Bikes
* Very family-friendly atmosphere
* A private courtyard with a private pool, outdoor kitchen, and living area
* Private Pool (Pool heat may be added for $45/day plus tax)
* A short walk to dining, shopping, four community pools, and the beach

All your 30A vacay dreams come true at Carefree Cottage— a magnificent Rosemary Beach home with a soaring roofline resembling a modern fairytale castle. Carefree Cottage has a private pool, a gorgeous open layout, and dramatic swirls of spiral staircases leading up to the stunning rooftop terrace.

On the first floor, the wide-open great room features a huge wall of windows overlooking the pool. The living area is generous and comfy— with plush armchairs, an inviting sofa, and a built-in relaxation space next to the fireplace that’s the perfect place to catch an afternoon siesta. Crisp white beams frame the driftwood-inspired accents on the ceiling.

In the kitchen, an ample island has bar seating for four, a deep apron sink, dishwasher, ice maker and a microwave. There’s also a spacious stainless steel refrigerator, gas stove with a pot filler, and a double wall oven. There is easy access to the alfresco living area, outdoor kitchen, and barbecue area. Chances are your group will spend most of their time out here, lounging by the sun-drenched pool or having lunch at the outdoor dining table.

Three private, spacious bedrooms on the second floor provide plenty of peaceful sleeping space. On the second floor, the first bedroom has a king-size bed and a full ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has two twin-size beds. The third bedroom is the dazzling primary suite — complete with a luxurious king-size bed, glass desk, and balcony access. The spa-like ensuite primary bathroom has a double marble vanity and rainfall showerhead. There is also a cozy bunk area with twin-over-twin size beds in the hallway.

Climb the spiral staircase to the third floor and the fourth and final bedroom lair. This bedroom has a fun, loft-like feel with four twin-sized beds and beanbag chairs. There’s also a full bathroom with a double vanity. Outside through the French door is a stunning rooftop patio with a fire pit, pergola, and lounge chairs.

At Carefree Cottage, you’ll be tucked into a quaint Rosemary Beach neighborhood while also being within easy walking distance of bustling Barrett Square and some delicious cafes and eclectic boutiques. The Rosemary Beach walkover is a short walk or bike ride away. Carefree Cottage is like having your very own five-star luxury resort with all the conveniences, comforts, and privacy of home.

FIRST FLOOR

* Large COURTYARD with private, sun-dappled pool, outdoor living area, and kitchen
* LIVING AREA with a sofa, multiple armchairs and ottomans, side tables, a coffee table, a fireplace, a built-in daybed, and HDTV
* Farmhouse-style DINING TABLE
* Open KITCHEN with stainless steel refrigerator, gas range, built-in double ovens, microwave, dishwasher, ice maker, marble countertops, apron sink, and island bar with seating for four

SECOND FLOOR

* First BEDROOM with king-size bed and attached bathroom
* Second BEDROOM with two twin-size beds
* Full BATHROOM
* PRIMARY SUITE with king-size bed, desk space, flatscreen television, balcony access, and ensuite bathroom
* Fourth sleeping area with built-in twin-over-twin size bunk beds
* BALCONY with rocking chairs overlooking the pool area below
* LAUNDRY ROOM

THIRD FLOOR

* Spiral staircase
* Fifth BEDROOM LAIR with four twin-size beds
* Full BATHROOM
* Rooftop TERRACE with seating area and fire pit

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Panama City Beach

Rosemary Beach, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach, is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Pier Park, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Frank Brown Park and Emerald Coast Mirror Maze are also worth visiting.
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Rosemary Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Rosemary Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Powell Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Alys Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pier Park - 14 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Seaside Beach - 17 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idyll Hound Proper - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shades Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shaka Sushi And Noodle Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ghost Crab Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,992, 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.

Is Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rosemary Beach Cottage | Private Pool + Boardwalk to Beach + 4 Pools located?

Located in Rosemary Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach. Powell Lake and Camp Helen State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. The hosts answered our questions promptly and were very helpful during our stay. Would definitely stay there again. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing! We’re glad the home was perfect for your stay and that our team could assist promptly. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Perfect House!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home in a very convenient location!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at Carefree Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had absolutely the best time ever! The house was perfect and stocked with the amenities we needed for cooking at the house, relaxing, and having so much fun! We will definitely want to book this house again in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property! Perfect floor plan for both the adults and children, everyone had their own space. The home is decorated beautifully. Our favorite area was the private pool, perfect for relaxing in after a day at the beach! Communication with the property management company is excellent. The location is wonderful, walk around the corner and experience fantastic boutiques or a pleasant convenient walk to the gorgeous beach! We are already planning our next booking at this lovely property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie S.

Excellent Experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfect for our Rosemary Beach getaway! Check in and check out were seamless. The house was in beautiful shape and the rental management team was wonderful in response to our questions! Would definitely book again!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We're so happy to hear Carefree Cottage was a perfect fit for your Rosemary Beach getaway and that our team could help make your stay smooth and enjoyable. We'd love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Carefree Cottage

This house was incredible, and our stay was lovely. No complaints at all! Thanks so much for hosting us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Makedonka K.

A Wonderful home away from home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed Rosemary and the home was the icing on the cake! It was a block away from the cutest town and a few blocks from the beach. The home was a wonderful spot for our family - the private pool was a game changer. The only thing that was disappointing was home didn’t come with beach towels. We flew so it was a bummer for us to bring our own towels. Please fix this! It would go a long way!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Milan O.

Wonderful Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed here for a girls weekend and it was absolutely wonderful. Great location and great house. Everything was very clean and perfect!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Great location in Rosemary

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was very clean and conveniently located within the Rosemary community.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2023
Thank you for your kind words, Kelly! Please come back and stay with us again very soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kevin D.

Carefree Cottage Review - July 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall the house was great. We've been coming to Rosemary Beach since 2013 and the location is fantastic. We loved the pool and the layout of the house was perfect for 2 families. There were some minor cosmetic issues (scuffed doors and walls, rotted gate outside, etc), the shower hardware came off the wall and there were some ants in one of the bathrooms. None of this was a major problem but we've stayed in nicer houses for less money in the past. Overall it was a great vacation and we enjoyed staying at the property.
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8/10 Good

Michael V.

Lovely stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Home is great! Pros: beautiful home, wonderful pool, 3rd floor fire pit, quick access to town, first floor living / kitchen. Cons: AC is great downstairs but bedrooms upstairs can get a bit warm at night. Master fan makes a noise all night when running, Internet is really poor on 2nd and 3rd floor of home (although this might be a general Rosemary Beach issue). Overall we had a great time and I’d highly recommend the home for any family.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for the detailed and helpful review! We're so glad to hear you had a great time and that the home, pool, and location were highlights of your stay. We appreciate your notes regarding the upstairs AC, master bedroom fan noise, and internet signal—we'll share this feedback with our team so we can look into improving those areas. Thanks again for the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you and your family back in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary R.

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

Nice stay!

I’d give it 5 star but the house is somewhat worn and we had no trash pick up during the mid week. Staff addressed all our concerns promptly,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Amazing house!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was an amazing stay for a bachelorette trip. Perfect location with everything in walking distance! Highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Houston, TX

Excellent Second Stay at Carefree Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second year in a row staying at Carefree Cottage with 2 families of 8 people (4 kids/ 4 adults) and we had another great experience. Well located with 2 parking spots large enough for 2 suvs, a nice sized pool and more than enough rooms/bathrooms for everyone, we loved staying here again. House was impeccably clean and felt fresh. Lots of seating options in family room and the kitchen had everything we needed. They have a standalone ice machine and ice from the fridge. Pool was a great place to relax after long day at the beach.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review and for choosing Carefree Cottage for a second year in a row! We're so happy to hear it was another great experience and that the home met all your needs—from the spacious layout and parking to the well-equipped kitchen and relaxing pool. We truly appreciate your continued trust and look forward to welcoming you back again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Great for a Girl's Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was perfect for our trip. Plenty of space and amenities for our group. The house is centrally located and within walking distance of all the shops, restaurants, and beaches. The only suggestion we have is to include items you would need for a day at the beach (specifically a cooler you can take and beach towels). The process to rent beach chairs was easy and the directions provided by the owner/property manager were clear.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad Carefree Cottage was a perfect fit for your trip. We appreciate your suggestions. It's great to hear that the beach chair rental process was seamless and that our directions were clear. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Carefree - beyond pleased!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a wonderful time at this lovely property and the service from 30A Luxury was impeccable. The home was clean, well-appointed and the pool was a dream. We had a minor issue during our stay and the management company had it resolved in minutes, not hours like we are used to. You'll love this house and I can't wait to stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2022
How amazing, Cheryl! Thank you so much for your kind words. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

andrea c.

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

Family Holiday Vacation

My husband and I gave 5 days at this home to our adult children for a Christmas present. We absolutely loved it! The home is beautiful, large and in a great location! All of the bedrooms have there own bathrooms which is so nice but there are two King beds and the rest of the beds are twins which didn’t work well with the other couples in our group. Also, the upholstered furniture needs a rehab. The sofa and chairs are a little tired. With all of this said, We loved our time together in Rosemary and would rent this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2023
Thank you, Andrea! What a wonderful Christmas present to give to your family. We appreciate your kind words and your constructive feedback, and we hope you can return and stay with us again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Great Vacation Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is in a fabulous location. Around the corner from Barrett Square and all of the shops/ restaurants. Quick walk to the most spectacular beach as well. Super clean and well stocked (only thing we couldn't find was a can opener :) Property managers were very responsive when we had an issue with the WIFI. Back yard, while not super private, is awesome. Large pool, by Rosemary Beach standards, and the yard gets a nice combination of sun/ shade. Would definitely rent this home again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad you loved the location, cleanliness, and backyard with the pool. Our team is always happy to assist with any issues that may arise during your stay. We’d definitely love to have you stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jena F.

Beautiful and well appointed home for two families

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is perfect. Great location next to Rosemary square. Walkable to food, shopping and beach. First floor has open kitchen, dining and family room. Second level has one master, one king room located right next door. There is a room across the floor with two twins. The last room is a bunk room with no door (one of my only complaints). The top floor loft is great for teens and not small kids. House had everything we needed for our weeks stay. The rental company did a superb job supplying any needs and resolving minor issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2022
Jena, thank you so much for these kind words! It was our pleasure to host your family and we're so happy to hear that you had such a great time. Please come back and see us again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Staci K.

Amazing Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful house. Clean and well appointed. Beds comfortable. Great location. The house could use a little TLC in places (some touchup paint, broken stone on steps, light in pool not working, power wash exterior, etc - things that a $9000/week home shouldn't have), but overall a great house that I would happily return to. Property Management Company was EXCELLENT! Extremely responsive and attentive. I would give them 10 stars if I could. They did everything that they could to address and resolve any issues. And their work crew were such nice people.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thank you, Staci! We appreciate your constructive comments and are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you can return soon and stay with us again.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Cookie M.

Rosemary Beach

Rating Details: The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Not the best place for small kids or older people. Lots of steps to get to bedrooms. Was not very clean. Outside front porch and pool area was not clean. House was clean in spots but fabric furniture was stained and dirty. Showers were hard to regulate and use safely with small children. One great thing was mattresses in bedroom was great!! Sorry to be so negative, but had to tell the truth about this over priced house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Hello Cookie, we thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed and thoughtful review. Our dedicated staff is always searching for ways to improve, so we will certainly take your feedback to heart. We apologize that your stay was not what you had hoped for and we wish you all the best.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brie J.

Perfect Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, we enjoyed our stay! The location in proximity to the Square was fantastic, and the management company was wonderful. I will agree with some of the other reviews regarding the stairs— there is no first floor bedroom (all bedrooms are on the 2nd and 3rd floors), so be sure to take this into consideration before booking if you’re concerned about climbing steps! We found the house to be well cleaned on arrival— some other reviews mentioned stains on chairs, etc, and I agree that the white slipcovered dining chairs did have stains here & there, but it’s to be expected with white slip covered furniture, and I’m sure these spots could be removed with professional cleaning. We also had some issues with the showers (figuring out how to get the water hot), but eventually we got it! The washer machine was extremely mildewed around the rubber ring (it’s a front load washer), and there was a clear mildew smell inside the washer, so this was the only thing in the house that wasn’t really well-maintained/cleaned— with this being said, though, the management company was quick to respond to our request to have someone stop by and clean it! The only recommendation I have to improve guest accommodations in the future would be for the management company to invest in a larger outdoor dining table! The house sleeps 12, but neither the outdoor or indoor dining table seats that many people— we planned to have an in-home outdoor dinner with a fun tablescape one night, but there weren’t enough seats for all of us at any table (we ended up splitting up to seat some at the kitchen bar and some at the indoor table). Not a real dealbreaker by any means, but definitely something that could improve the outdoor dining space! Overall— definitely recommend this home! Thank you guys for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thank you for this detailed review, Brie! We appreciate your helpful comments, as we are always looking for ways to improve. And we're so pleased that you would recommend this home to others. We hope you can return and stay with us again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, great location for access to everything Rosemary Beach has to offer. Kitchen appliances had issues during our stay but 30A responded to most of them promptly. Pool was nice but suggest a clean before guests arrive as there were lots of sticks/leaves at the bottom. It would have been a nice touch if the property provided a few basic staples (salt and pepper, foil, etc.) and towels and a cooler for the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house for our family and friends. The house was plenty of room for our 3 adults and 7 teens.The house was in great condition, kitchen fully stocked and a large outdoor pool. We loved the outdoor spaces on the ground and roof. The property manager was very responsive. Would be 5 stars on every category except for 2 items. 1. WiFi is limited in the house. We struggled to work with adequate WiFi on the 2nd floor. 1st floor was fine until our teens woke up. 2. Some of the outdoor lounge chairs have rusted and need replacement. Wasn’t a problem but at these rates - I think it’s reasonable to expect better.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad the home was a great fit for your group and that you were able to enjoy the space, especially the outdoor areas. We appreciate your feedback on the WiFi and outdoor furniture—those are helpful notes, and we’ll be sure to share them with our team for improvement. We’d love to have you back again in the future!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ashley S.

Close to Barrett Square

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is my family's 9th Thanksgiving in Rosemary. We absolutely love everything about spending our Thanksgivings in Rosemary - from the 30A race to welcoming Santa the next day. This is our first year staying in the Carefree Cottage and thus far was our least favorite rental. The house itself needs some upkeep and with so many beautiful homes in Rosemary at the same price point this is one we won’t be choosing again. First, the pool was so dirty and never cleaned. When reaching out we were told it would be cleaned on Wednesday and Saturday however this never happened. We wasted $45 a day in heating a dirty pool. (Also, the pool heater was so loud it sounded like an airplane flying by every 15 minutes 24/7.) There were also no pool/beach towels. The shower wand in the king room was broken and would not stay upright in the holder - resulting in shooting water in every which direction. The master room also has lousy curtains that wouldn’t stay intact on the curtain rod. Overall the rooms were very small and a tight fit for adult sized guests (having only 2 king beds and 6 twins). One of the four bikes was broken and when reaching out the management company was quick to come by and fix the bike which was greatly appreciated. The location was super close to Barrett Square. If you enjoy privacy as in being close to town but also away from everything this would be a great location for you.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

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