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Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!

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Welcome to Glance at the Past!
Exterior
Front of cottage
Front of cottage
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Apalachicola, FL
  • John Gorrie State Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Dixie Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Downtown Books & Purl
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary North Bedroom

1 King Bed

South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

North Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

South Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!

Welcome to our cozy coastal cottage, perfectly situated just four walkable blocks from the heart of historic downtown Apalachicola's shops and restaurants. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to reconnect with the laid-back charm of Florida’s Forgotten Coast, our home offers a peaceful and thoughtfully appointed space for your stay.

The cottage is well-equipped and welcoming from the moment you arrive. There is ample parking space for two vehicles, or one vehicle and a 36-foot boat trailer. Out back, the shady, fully fenced yard offers both privacy and security, making it a great spot for your pup to roam or for you to unwind after a day out. The side garden, landscaped with native plants, is a quiet, relaxing place to sit with a cup of coffee and watch the birds drift through the trees.

Inside, the meticulously spotless cottage is designed with comfort and convenience in mind. Both bedrooms feature comfy beds (one king and one queen) with bedside charging stations, and the living room includes puzzles, board games, and a selection of books for your downtime. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook at home, and there’s a gas grill in the backyard for barbecues under the stars. We supply Culligan spring water, welcome snacks, and starter coffee and tea supplies. Both bathrooms are stocked with full-sized shampoo and conditioner bottles, and you’ll also find extra amenities for your dog, including food bowls, a feeding mat, drying towels and pick-up bags. For beach days, we’ve made it easy—just grab the beach towels, chairs, and umbrella we provide, and you’re ready to go. There are Smart TVs in the living room and both bedrooms, along with high-speed internet.

Our guests often tell us they fall in love with the comfort and care that this home provides. From the moment you step onto the porch to the last night beneath a sky full of stars, we hope you’ll feel not only welcome, but completely at home.

Property manager

Mary Katherine Westmark
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$50 pet fee Couch cover + Pet gate by request
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside in garden or porch. Please clean ashtray when you leave.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

About the area

Apalachicola

Located in Apalachicola, this cottage is by the sea. Orman House Historic State Park and Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Downtown Books & Purl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Apalachicola, FL

What's nearby

  • John Gorrie State Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dixie Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Orman House Historic State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Half Shell Dockside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Station Raw Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bar 98 - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of John Gorrie State Museum, Apalachicola Chocalate Company and Dixie Theatre. Orman House Historic State Park and Downtown Books & Purl are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH M.

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

Appalach vacay

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

We Love This Place!

This is our third year staying at Glance at the Past for the Apalachicola home and garden tour. This cottage is charming, well-appointed, comfortable, and perfectly located. We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

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

Fishing Trip Stay

My best friend and I decided to try the tarpon fishing in the area and needed a place to stay for a couple of nights. I chose this property and could not be happier. The property was a delight, comfortable and plenty roomy for our needs. The hostess was a delight to deal with and we had no issues during our stay. Check in and check out was seamless! I am planning on rebooking when I return to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Great dog friendly cottage very close to downtown

June 23rd - 27th, 2025. Had a great time in this great little (very clean) cottage. Every thing you need for you and your pups. Shopping, eating, history, all in walking distance. Nice dog friendly dog beaches are a short drive away. Mary Catherine is a great host. Definitely recommend this cozy cottage..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ernest L.

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

Apalachicola

the home was perfect for my needs. It was neat, clean and convenient. The only challenge was VRBO for a same day booking plus the inclusion of a property damage charge I have never experienced before with VRBO. The property owner however went over and beyond to overcome the hurdle VRBO created. Kudos to the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

July 4th weekend

This home was an absolute gem! We loved the convenient location—just a short walk to downtown—which made getting around so easy. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and fully stocked with everything we could possibly need. Communication with the owner, Mary was seamless from start to finish. I wholeheartedly recommend this place! David
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

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

Wonderful

This place is just perfect. I'd be back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter p.

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

Very quite neighbors

Great location, walk to the Pig or down town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Perfect little cottage

Our stay at the cottage did not disappoint. The listing was accurate, the cost was very reasonable, and the owners were very attentive to our needs. Its location is convenient to the shops and restaurants downtown, and there are pharmacies and a grocery store within walking distance should you need them. We plan to make this property our home away from home when visiting Apalachicola.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Clean, comfortable, and charming. A great place to stay.

We enjoyed our time spent in Apalachicola.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

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

just a visit to the area

We walked everywhere as this location was ideal. Very comfortable property and delightful hostess. Made several purchases at her gallery. We so enjoyed sittingin the yard or on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy O.

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

Apalachicola

Great little two bedroom/2 bath home- no close neighbors- all amenities- close to grocery store- and downtown beautiful yard out back with lounging chaises. Very comfortable…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect!!!

The property was wonderful. The location to places of interest, boutique shops, great restaurants, grocery store, gas … everything you might need or want was 2 blocks away. The host was gracious, knowledgeable of the area & very helpful. We will stay here again without hesitation & recommend it to friends…Perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

wonderful home away from home

We loved our stay at this VRBO in Apalachicola. It was very comfortable, warm, cozy, and dog friendly. We enjoyed the closeness to town and the privacy of the backyard. The beds and baths were clean and comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with everything necessary to prepare a light lunch or a full dinner.Daphne was super responsive to all questions and made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sage P.

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

Very Homey, and perfect place.

We enjoyed our stay at this adorable small cottage. Daphne was very accommodating and so sweet! It’s the perfect place to stay for any occasion or any time of year. The back yard was extremely convenient for our fur babies!! Not to mention, the house was extremely clean, and stocked with everything you could need!! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander H.

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

Apalachicola Visit

Daphne was a fantastic host and the cottage was perfect for our stay. In short walking distance to the great food and drink that can be found in downtown Apalachicola. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie T.

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

Love Apalachicola

We had a great time during our stay. Loved the garden and art work. Quiet comfy stay, walking distance to food and historic area. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristall l.

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

wonderful stay

The cottage is very well designed, very comfortable. We walked to town, did not need the car. The piggly wiggly and CVS are very close. The garden is enclosed so my dog could not get out.Dapne is very nice and helpful. Our stay was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

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

Cute and comfortable

This recently renovated bungalow had everything we needed for a fun stay in Apalachicola -- comfortable beds, gorgeous bathrooms, a well appointed kitchen, and great wifi. With its location an easy walk from downtown, it was the perfect location to enjoy a holiday weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Y.

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

Private, Perfect, Cozy Cottage

Very beautifully furnished and well maintained. Hostess was extremely helpful and accommodating. We want to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell T.

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

Delightful cottage

This cottage was extremely clean, comfortable and well furnished. I cannot think of anything we could have needed that was not provided. We felt at home the minute we walked through the door and look forward to staying there on our next visit to Apalachicola.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara P.

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

The best hostess. She thought of everything to make her guests comfortable.

Clean, convenient and well furnished with everything you needed and organized. Wonderful art and great lighting. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeAnne C.

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

Cute and Comfortable

This property is super cute, super clean, and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

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

Glance at the Past Cottage Review

Super comfy & clean cottage. Recent first-class renovation. Short 10-minute walk to downtown Apalachicola. Small fenced back yard for the pup. Even better than the description on VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Lovely Home

The location is amazing. Easy walk to downtown and beautiful gardens. The property was easy to find and the check in and out process was a breeze. We had everything we needed and the home and grounds were very clean. I'd definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Katherine Westmark

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My husband Jay and myself both grew up in Wakulla County, and after moving about for a few years, came back to Wakulla in 2001 to raise our two children (Emily and Jason). We restored a turn of the century home in Sopchoppy (about 45 minutes down the road from Apalachicola) in 2019, and moved in full time in 2021. We enjoy gardening, being on the water, small town life, and taking care of our dog Buddy and two cats, Binx and Ricky Bobby.

Why they chose this property

The previous owners purchased the cottage and auto repair shop in 2019 after Hurricane Michael. The house had been empty for years and needed a complete renovation. Trees had fallen on the two buildings and all over the yard. It was love at first sight. Daphne and Bobby meticulously renovated the cottage and then turned the auto repair shop into Daphne's art studio. Daphne and Bobby decided to sell the cottage in 2025, and when we came to see it, we too fell in love with the cottage and property. We loved Daphne's vibe and made the decision to continue her vision. The area is very quiet, which we loved, and the property feels very private. There is a small city park on one side, and the well-maintained Apalachicola Community Garden is just across the street from the park. The historic Chestnut Cemetery is directly across the street from the house. The area is very walkable with heritage trees and quiet streets, and is just four blocks from the vibrant and quaint downtown.

What makes this property unique

The front porch overlooks the historic Chestnut Cemetery which is graced with Live Oaks dripping with moss framed with the original iron fences. It’s a picturesque and peaceful scene to enjoy while sitting on the pair of comfy chairs on the porch or while in the dining area off the kitchen. The backyard and garden areas are quiet and peaceful, and great spaces to sit and relax. The property is very close to the vibrant downtown area; just a 4 block walk and it's sidewalks all the way.

Languages:

English

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