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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Office 1
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstair Bathroom
Toilet
Master Bath
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs guest bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake
Newly renovated - 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 1 Office/Nursery, Sleeps 9 (6 beds - 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 2 Twins, 1 pullout sofa twin). Freshly remodeled in 2025 with new flooring, backsplash, all interior and exterior painted, new recliner, accent chair, washer and dryer, refrigerator, new furniture (queen room), bedding, grill and more. Our home is only rented three months of the year.
Enjoy the 30A emerald beach by day and relax a large private back yard with an oversized back porch over-looking Hidden Lake in the mornings and evenings.
Newer to rental market, this 3 BR/2.5 BA home is located in Old Florida Village, Santa Rosa Beach; one of 30A’s most desirable rental locations. This community has 2 pools and is an easy walk to three beach accesses (Gulfview Heights, Spooky Lane, Ed Walline State Park) and nearby Santa Rosa Beach shops, entertainment and restaurants. This well-maintained home is newly updated. Additional features include tile floors in the main living area, open floor plan, and electric fireplace. The kitchen has upgraded stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and breakfast bar. The 2nd floor includes the master suite which overlooks the lake and has additional enclosed bonus area that could be used office/nursery/sitting area. Also located on the 2nd floor are the 2 additional bedrooms and 1 full guest bathroom.
As part of the Old Florida Village community, you’ll have access to two community pools, one of which is right across the street. Walk to nearby restaurants and entertainment venues, or stroll along the 30A trail. A white-sand beach and emerald waters are within a short walk of the home.
ABOUT THE HOUSE After a day at the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower, then relax with a glass of wine on the front porch with two chairs. Or head to the back deck, where you’ll find an Adirondack table set with four chairs a wicker lounger, lake views, and a large gas grill. You can also enjoy the back yard paved patio.
The fully stocked kitchen is bright and spacious with its upgraded cabinets and stainless-steel appliances. Pick up local seafood from Goat Feathers and create a seaside dinner to remember. The dining room table can hold six and four more can be seated at the kitchen bar.
In the evening, stretch out on the new sectional couch with reclining chairs or accent chairs. Reminisce about the day’s adventures and watch a movie on the new Smart flat screen TV. A half bath is conveniently located off the kitchen area.
Upstairs, the master bedroom features a king bed, flat screen TV, sitting area, and suite bathroom with double-sink vanity and walk-in shower. There is also enclosed office/nursery bonus room that has a new loveseat with pullout twin bed.
There are two guest bedrooms. One has a queen-size bed and a flat screen smart TV, while the other has a twin over full bunk and an additional twin bed. The shared bathroom has a configured with a tub/shower combination.
Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a laundry room, and starter supplies for the kitchen and bathrooms.
THE LOCATION This home is nestled in the charming community of Old Florida Village, where white picket fences, brick pavers, and lush landscaping create a peaceful feel. When you’re ready to hit the beach, you’re a short walk away from the public access, which offers showers and restrooms. Highway 30A offers 27 miles of paved bike trails, five state parks, and fifteen coastal dune lakes. Draper Lake is also just a half-mile down the road. For a meal out or to grab refreshment you’re close to several walking distance restaurants and establishments. Café Tango offers European fare in a vine-covered cottage. Local Catch Bar & Grille is a seafood shack with live music. Goatfeather's Seafood is a fish market offering coastal classics. Shunk Gulley Liquor & Wine features familiar brands such as Jack Daniels, Blue Chair Bay Rum, and Abita Beer, this new go-to package store will also carry a diverse wine selection and all of the extras you need for your next party or trip to the beach. Sunrise Coffee Drinks. Eats. Sweets. Sunrise Coffee Co. is a place where locals meet and visitors feel at home. The Perfect Pig he Perfect Pig Gourmet Market is the (ahem) perfect blend of exquisite local cuisine and foodie fantasyland. La Playa Creative Coastal Cuisine with a Caribbean Twist. Serve creative coastal cuisine with a Caribbean twist with a fantastic view of the gulf. Awesome outside bar (owners favorite) located right across from the public beach access. Pizza By the Sea Voted Best Pizza in SoWal, Hottest Spot for Pizza on 30A, Best Kid-Friendly Dining & Best Pizzeria in South Walton. Growler Garage Brews by the Beach 2016 People’s Choice” for Craft Beer Selection in the 2016 Perfect in South Walton awards. Nightly entertainment
All are less than a half-mile away.
Santa Rosa Beach is a family friendly community with no high-rises or large hotels. You’re also just 10 miles from Destin, and 15 miles from Panama City with some of Florida’s best shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. You'll receive the comforts of home with a starter supply of shampoo, soaps, paper products and hotel-quality towels and linens. You’ll deal directly with the owners who have a proven track record of fast communication and an easy to book process. You’ll also be saving a few dollars, as there are no “middle man” fees.
We make it easy to stay with us! Drive straight to your rental and access the home with your unique lock code. When you book, we will send you additional information with directions and home instructions. We follow local/state tax rules. Each reservation includes applicable taxes, cleaning fee, and Property Damage Protection policy.
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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain 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 Sirens at the Beach are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
South Walton Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Justin Gaffrey Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 7 min drive
Mcdonald’s - 8 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - 7 min drive
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - 7 min drive
Stinky's Fish Camp - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$404, 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 High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is High demand community- Short walk to beach - Newly renovated - Overlooks lake located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Santa Rosa Beach. South Walton Beaches and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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We had a great experience at this house! It was clean, comfortable, and just a short walk to the beach. One of our favorite parts was seeing deer out back every morning-such a peaceful touch. Would definitely stay here again!
Kyle C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
Thanks for your review. Agree seeing the deer and other wildlife around the lake is great. Glad everything worked out for you. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Our stay was great! The open living space was lovely, and the bedrooms were super comfy. It was mostly clean, though we found a bit of gunk on the staircase, some used soap in the showers, and a excess of sand in one of the beds (but hey, it's the beach!). The kitchen had everything we needed, but we had to buy extra toilet paper and dishwasher pods. Check-in and check-out were a breeze, and the beach was just a 10-minute walk away, depending on how much we were lugging!
The house was beautiful and the neighborhood quaint. The beach access was close enough to walk and not as crowded as public access points. The only downside was that the master bedroom is on the East side of the house, which means we were awake as soon as the sun came up. A bit of a bummer when you want to sleep in on vacation. But, we enjoyed our stay and would stay again if given the opportunity.
We stay in this neighborhood annually for the past 10+ years. Always at a different house. This house by far was our favorite. It was spotless, well stocked, and very comfortable. We plan on staying here next year as well!
Great host! Very responsive and accommodating, the home was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the backyard and the location and closeness to the beach was great! The wifi is very fast and was perfect for working from the house. Highly recommend staying here!
Blake B.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the review Blake. Definitely agree with all your points! You too were a great renter and would be happy to have you back.
Our family loved this vacation. The house was beautiful and very clean. We rented bicycles to ride to the beach each day and to get coffee & ice cream. One evening when we were eating dinner on the back porch, we saw four deer come out of the woods on the other side of the pond. The neighborhood was very nice. My kids enjoyed the pools. Everything was convenient. We go to Florida each summer, and this may have been my favorite vacation. The owner was also quick replying to my two emails answering my questions before our vacation. I highly recommend staying here and would love to come back.
Jennifer H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Thanks for the kind review. It is a great community and the lake wildlife is fun to watch. Glad all worked out for you and your family. You’re welcomed back anytime. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
The walking distance to restaurants and shops is not bad at all. If you have a lot of beach gear it can be a bit difficult to get items down to beach as parking access is very limited. House will meet a family's needs with ease. Back porches for evening relaxation was nice.
Angela K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the review Angela and glad our home worked out well for you. You are correct on parking at the semi-private beach access but that is what keeps it private and not crowded. Just another block up the road is the main beach access with a lot of parking space for those who want to drive.
Highly flexible/responsive owners-great family location
So appreciated how responsive and flexible Matt & Kathy were. Their home was great-location to beach, charming decor, fully outfitted kitchen, outdoor shower, great porches-enjoyed sitting on back porch watching the herons in the late afternoon after the beach! Perfect house for the 6 of us. Thanks so much!
Tanya M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks Tanya. Glad everything worked out.
It is an awesome house and location - I can't wait to get back down there myself!
Enjoy the rest of your summer.
We loved our stay at Stu's Seashak! The property was spotless and had plenty of room for the 4 of us to spread out. The pictures accurately portrayed the property: the beds are comfortable and the bathrooms are clean and shiny.
Additionally, the location was perfect for us. It's in a quiet neighborhood, but Gulfview Heights Beach Access is an easy bike ride to the east and Gulf Place shops and restaurants and Ed Walline Beach Access are an easy bike ride to the west.
Lastly, the community is gated and cozy, so it's really easy to walk to one of the 2 pools (which we did more than once a day!). We would definitely stay here again!
Cory S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the great review Cory. We love our little piece of paradise in Old Florida. Glad we were able to share it with you and your family and that it all worked out well for you. Come back anytime!
This house was very clean, spacious, and was exactly as advertised in the listing. The neighborhood was very nice and the people were very friendly. There are two pools in the neighborhood which was great. My teenage girls visited both pools which are very close to the house. My girls loved riding their bikes to and from the beach. The distance to the beach was no too bad. Just a short walk or bike ride. Overall, our experience was great and we enjoyed our stay for the week. We will be back!
Stephanie R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the review Stephanie. Glad it all worked out! Enjoy the rest of your summer.
My family and I enjoyed staying here very much. The house comfortable and clean. I like a rental house with tile/wood floors and leather/wood furniture. We cooked several meals at the house which was nice. One night, we picked up fresh seafood at Goatfeathers to cook on the grill. Most of the time we had one of the neighborhood pools to ourselves. Everyone in the neighborhood was very friendly. The walk to the beach was very nice, no need to drive and park. The ocean was calm and beautiful. My kids saw a loggerhead turtle swim by them.
Amber E.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Amber, I'm glad everything worked out for you and your family. Thanks again for working with us at the beginning of your stay!
Hope you enjoy the rest of your summer.
Great house in an excellent location for Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent communication throughout, with no issues, just questions.
This home is in a walkable neighborhood that is about a 10 minute walk to 3 different beach access points. We enjoyed the "private" access on Spooky Lane as it was much less crowded, but the only on where there is no parking. (Parking at the other 2 is challenging and short term at best)
The house itself is a great layout. We had a party of 7 with young adults, teens, and parents and had plenty of room. Very comfortable king-sized bed in the master. Everything in the listing is as expected. Modern appliances, cold A/C, nice gas grill. The kitchen has everything needed for long stay. Fantastic water pressure for your shower at the end of a long beach day.
Seven thumbs up from our party of 7!
Nice home, great location. The distance to the private entrance on Spooky Lane was decent. Might be hard a really hot, sunny day for older folks or if you're taking a bunch of stuff, but get some bikes or rent a golf cart and you're set. There are a few restaurants also within walking distance or quick ride.I loved sitting out on the back deck that overlooked the lake, laden with lily pads. We saw a great white heron four mornings & some occasional deer. At night the frogs serenaded us--and one night the house across the lake (in a different neighborhood got pretty noisy (yelling and loud singing and music). But other than that, the neighborhood was pretty quiet and peaceful.The kitchen was well-stocked, offering lots of cooking utensils--pots and pans, bowls, dishes, plenty of glassware, etc. I love this because we do like to cook our breakfasts and most dinners during a long stay. I've been in places before that barely had pan to cook eggs. Really my only two suggestions: 1. Clean under the beds and nightstands. I dropped something on the floor by the bed and happened to catch a look under the bed--nasty with a thick layer of dust & dirt. Under the nightstand I found same, plus a crumpled receipt that wasn't mine.2. Add some more colorful decor/pictures. We had friends staying in a house a few doors down and it was so bright and beachy.
Angie L.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2025
Thanks for the feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay. I will definitly share the cleaning feedback with our cleaner….not acceptable or typical. Sorry for the neighbors across the way. Being in a rental community some things you just can’t control. Enjoyed the rest of your summer.
Matt's house was perfect for our family vacation. House was super clean and had all the necessary amenities. Matt was also great. He was very responsive to a plumbing issue during our stay. The community is perfect with 2 pool very close by and 2 beaches within walking distance.
Michelle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the rating and feedback. Glad our home worked for you. Happy to have you back. Sorry about the unexpected issue with the plumbing. Glad we could get it resolved quickly.
The size of this property was ideal for the 7 people in our party. All adults. Could easily have slept 1 more comfortably. Lots of space so no one felt crowded.
Kim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for the rating and feedback. Glad our home worked for you. Happy to have you back.
Verified
8/10 Good
Nancy B.
7 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Not a short walk to the beach, easy walking but at least 10 minutes.
Had a great time. Neighborhood and pools were fabulous.
Nancy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks Nancy. Glad you had a good time.
As pointed out in our descriptions it is about a 10 minute (easy) walk to the beach. Some consider it short compared to other near-by rental properties which are blocks and blocks away. There is also some limited parking at our closest access point. Our community of 75 houses sits on the north side of 30a and not directly on the beach so there is a walk. Of course right on the beach = double the prices :)
Enjoy the rest of your summer.
We were very comfortable in the house. It was perfect for our group. We enjoyed the pool, the walks to the beach and Gulf Place. Love the neighborhood and quick access to surroundings. The back porch had a nice view during short rain showers.
Gina C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2023
Thanks for your review Gina. Glad our house worked out well for you.
About the host
Hosted by Matthew Stuart
We are Matt, Kathy, Trent and Tyler Stuart from Kankakee, Illinois (60 miles south of Chicago). Trent a recent graduate from Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville and Tyler a current Pitcher at the University of Southern Mississippi. Great friends from Nashville, TN introduced us to the Santa Rosa Beach area in 2013 and we feel in love with it. Growing up visiting beaches throughout the State of Florida - this white sand/Emerald colored water is by far our favorite. We purchased our first property (a townhouse) over at The Legends and rent it out. Now, we plan to stay here ourselves during the school year (to go watch baseball at USM) so decided to buy the house, but share it with others during the summer months.
Why Stu's Seashak II? - Matt's grandparents owned a small cabin in the Northwoods (Marcell, MN) for years and named it "Stushak" (for generations people called the boys/men "Stu" for short). When we purchased our first property in Santa Rosa Beach, we named it Stu's Seashak and now this home will be know was Stu's Seashak II.
We hope you enjoy the house and area as much as we do and look forward to hearing from you!!!
Why they chose this property
Very up to date, great location to the beaches and all there is to offer in Santa Rosa Beach and along 30A. Love all the cottage style houses and two pools in this community. This is the first house of many we looked in and around the community. We just kept coming back to this one!
What makes this property unique
The back deck overlooking the lake, the short walk to either private or pubic beach, well decorated, spacious.
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