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Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes!

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WELCOME TO DREAMBOAT IN SEASIDE, FL!
SEASIDE FITNESS CENTER
PRIVATE PORCH WITH SEATING OVERLOOKING TRANQUIL FOOTPATH
COMPLETE W/BALCONY SEATING OFF PRIMARY
A bright kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Place, Central Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seaside Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes!

*Please be advised that neighboring properties may currently be undergoing construction or renovation during your stay. As a result, intermittent noise or construction-related activity may occur at certain times throughout the day. This work is managed by third parties outside of our control, and we appreciate your understanding while enjoying the property. For additional questions or concerns regarding nearby construction activity, please contact Homeowner’s Collection at

Dreamboat is a charming one-bedroom guest cottage in the heart of Seaside, Florida, offering one of the most sought-after locations along Scenic Highway 30A. Located directly across from the beach on West Ruskin Street and just 266 feet from the beach access, this Seaside vacation rental makes it effortless to enjoy the white-sand shoreline and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The cottage is also only one block from the Seaside Amphitheater and Central Square, placing guests steps from family entertainment, live music, and more than 40 boutique shops and acclaimed restaurants—ideal for couples or young families looking to stay close to everything Seaside is known for.

Accessed by a sandy footpath, the cottage welcomes you with bistro seating just outside the front door, perfect for morning coffee or relaxed evenings. Inside, the first floor features an airy, light-filled open layout designed for comfort and convenience. The well-equipped kitchen includes a full-size dishwasher, under-counter refrigerator, microwave, Keurig and drip coffee maker, and a two-burner electric cooktop with oven—perfect for easy meals during your beach getaway. A cozy dining area for two, a queen sleeper sofa, flat-screen TV, ample storage, and a dedicated work desk beneath the spiral staircase create a functional space for both relaxation and remote work.

Upstairs, the spiral staircase leads to the queen primary bedroom with a renovated ensuite bath. Large windows offer charming glimpses of the Gulf directly across the street, filling the room with natural light. The bedroom includes a wall-mounted flat-screen TV and a modern ensuite bathroom with a marble single vanity and a glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Just off the bedroom, an open-air balcony with bar seating for two overlooks the footpath and provides slight Gulf views—an inviting spot to unwind with a nightcap while listening to the sound of the nearby waves.

Additional amenities include a full-size stackable washer and dryer on the first floor and an outdoor shower off the front deck, perfect after a day at the beach. With its unbeatable proximity to the beach and town center, Dreamboat is a quintessential Seaside cottage rental offering comfort, convenience, and an exceptional coastal location.

* 3 night minimum Spring, Spring Break, Summer, and 2 night minimum Fall & Winter. Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign registration.

Features:
*Features 470 square feet, located directly across from the beach
* 226 feet or a 1-minute walk to beach access at West Ruskin Pavilion
* Outdoor shower
* Full-size stackable washer and dryer
* Peacock Alley Linens – Fresh and luxurious Peacock Alley towels and sheets throughout the home
* Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 clay tennis courts, and 3 Pickleball courts (court fees apply), and a fitness center
* Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 complimentary rental bikes for pickup at Seaside Transit Authority
* Personalized service throughout your stay with starter amenities provided
* 1 parking pass is issued (a golf cart is considered a car). Golf carts for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a golf cart permit
* No pets allowed

STR23-002298

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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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 703064vb
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

Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach West - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Scratch Biscuit Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Red Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seagrove Village Market Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chiringo - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes! have a pool?

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

Is Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Directly Across from Beach in SeasideFL, Sleeps 4, and 2 Adult Bikes! located?

Located in Seaside, this holiday home is steps away from Seagrove Beach West and Seaside Beach. Seaside Amphitheater and Central Square are just steps away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze, property manager was extremely communicative, unit was clean and super close to everything in Seaside.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Great quick stay

Stayed one night, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2025
Krista, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Excellent Location

The location was close to the beach and restaurants. It was a nice place for 2 people. This place had everything we needed. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of your cottage and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

Great stay

Perfect getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Great apartment great location

We’ve stayed here twice and we’ll stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Shawn, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

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

Heavenly Cottage by the Sea

Perfect location- we loved every minute of our time here and will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
Thank you so much for your positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K K.

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

Wonderful Location

Great location to both beach and Seaside Village.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Great Vacay Spot

Dreamboat Cottage at Seaside is a beautiful cottage and is located in close proximity to all the shops, restaurants, and the beach!!! We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2022
Good afternoon; first, we would like to apologize for the delay in responding to your review - we are just now receiving several VRBO reviews from the spring of 2022! But we do want to thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Spring Break

It was a perfect spot for us-near all the activity in Seaside!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
John, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful

Perfect weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back to Seaside soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

We loved Dreamboat. It is the perfect location and it's a really cute cottage.

The location is great. We loved the cottage. It has everything we needed. It's very comfortable and really cute also.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

Great location!!

We loved the location of the house, right on the beach and the main area of Seaside! Host was very easy to communicate with as well. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
Stephen, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Perfect Location

Excellent location in Seaside. Nice place for couples. Easy walk to West Ruskin beach access. Private beach and bikes were very nice. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Steve, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best location ever

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: Was perfect for what we needed, super small but perfect location and the hosts were super responsive and great to work with. Would definitely stay there again!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Hello Katie, We are delighted you plan to return to beautiful Seaside. Thanks for the time you invested to share a positive review of our team; Homeowners Collections & Dreamboat Cottage. We are glad the location did not disappoint. We do hope to welcome you back on your next beach getaway. Take care..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Quiet getaway

This property was clean and efficient use of space!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ellen B.

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

Adorable!

This adorable spot was close to all of the action of Seaside and beautifully furnished and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowners Collection. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

8/10 Good

David B.

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

Great time

The bedroom/bathroom is very small and difficult to access via spiral stairs. However, the location is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2025
William, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Perfect spot

Loved location. Directly across street from beach access and right next to town center. Smartest thing we did we pre-order our beach chairs and umbrella from “cabana man”.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Glad you enjoyed the location and we hope to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joni S.

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

Fall Fun in the Sun

Great little place for 2 ! Communication was great from and the location was excellent. Didn’t have to drive all week !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina b.

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

Super cute-Can’t get any closer!

Literally steps away from Seaside dining and shopping and right across the street from the beach. Super cute guest house. We’ve visited Seaside many times and nothing beats this location! Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri R.

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

Amazing

This little cottage is amazing. We couldn’t have been more pleased. The location is fabulous and it’s just the cutest little thing. .
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
First, we would like to apologize for the delay in response. We have just received many reviews going back to the Spring of 2022! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner's Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto M.

Great Rental in Seaside

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: Exactly what a vacation should be. Warm customer service, well appointed unit, incredible location and plenty of activities/attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Ernesto, you could not have stated more perfectly! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you so much for taking the time to write the review for Dreamboat and our Homeowners Collection team. We welcome you back and hope you think of us next time for a Seaside location.. Take care
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ford C.

Awesome!

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: It was fantastic! You cannot find abetter location! Honeymoon was amazing staying here!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2024
Ford, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside! Best Wishes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith S.

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

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

The check-in process was great. We were asked when we would arrive and we got there before check-in time and they got the property ready ahead of time to allow us to check-in early. The house had everything we needed and was in a great location for all the wonderful food options in Seaside. We would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Dreamboat. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Location cannot be beat!

Steps from the beach, shopping, restaurants, food trucks and property Mgmt office, yet we had no trouble with parking or noise. Comfortable for our family of four, but probably better for a couple. We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a positive review of Dreamboat! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again on your next visit to Seaside!

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