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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10143 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Seagrove Beach East
    2 min walk
  • Seaside Beach
    16 min walk
  • Seaside Repertory Theatre
    19 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    36 min drive

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About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Seagrove Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Seagrove Beach East and 2 miles (3 km) of Seaside Beach. Seaside Repertory Theatre and Central Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seagrove Beach East - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seaside Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Square - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

GULF VIEWS! 4 Bikes - Directly across the street from beach access! `Buying Time`

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!  This 1947 historic, two-bedroom is exactly that, a 1947 built old school Seagrove Beach cottage.  It has been painted and decorated.  That’s it.  It has the original doors, windows and plumbing. It is a quirky cottage, even the laundry room is located in the garage. The cabinets and appliances were updated in the 80’s – but nothing since then.  So, what we are saying here is if you are looking for the new modern beach home, this is not for you. The old look and feel to the structure will touch on all of your senses.  If you are looking for the way people used to vacation at the beach, this is for you and Buying Time can’t wait to have you. Can you guess why the owners call it that?!

Downstairs you will find the kitchen, dining area, and living room with a flat screen TV. There is also a bathroom complete with a mudroom perfect for cleaning sandy feet after a long day at the beach. In the afternoon you can open the French doors to the screened-in porch and hear the sound of the waves.

Up the spiral staircase to the second floor, you will find most of the sleeping quarters with three rooms: a queen master, a guest room with 2 full beds, and a bunk nook with a twin bunk bed.

Please be advised there is a studio attached that is rented separately.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (10):
Master Bedroom: Queen sized bed
Guest Bedroom: 2 Full sized beds
Bunk space: Twin over twin bunk
* The bunk space does not have a closet and considered a bedroom for sleeping arrangement purposes.
Twin daybed with trundle in living area

HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
* Gulf view
* Less than 100 steps (.04 mile) to the beach (Andalusia access)
* 0.75 mile from Seaside
* 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
* 1,540 sq ft
* Observation deck
* 2 car garage
* Outdoor shower
* Wi-Fi
* 4 Adult bikes included
* Professionally Managed, 24/7 Service

AREA ATTRACTIONS:
Discover the charm of Seagrove, a beach neighborhood that locals and guests love. Lush oak trees, magnolias, and pines have spread deep roots in Seagrove — and so have long-time visitors who keep coming back.  Laid-back but luxurious, Seagrove is a place that embraces variety. From upscale boutiques to casual cafes, this beach neighborhood offers a little bit of everything — including two rare coastal dune lakes, a state park, and sugar-white sand. Pack a picnic, fishing pole, and binoculars — and witness how stunning Seagrove is in its all-natural state. Its sugar-white sand has been a peaceful retreat in South Walton for decades; here, old and new Gulf Coast style merge to create a charming beach neighborhood with everything one may need for a truly relaxing getaway.

Property manager

30A Vacay

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1540 sq ft (143 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Seagrove Beach Buying Time
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GULF VIEWS! 4 Bikes - Directly across the street from beach access! `Buying Time` Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Vaction
Cozy property with an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
We have vacationed at 30A many times and it never disappoints. This house has an excellent location! Exactly as advertised in listing. Very close to the beach and the square. We had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Winkie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is perfect!!
We loved this house! The location was perfect. The description is accurate- that it is not a luxury accommodation, but being so close to the beach is the greatest luxury in my book. It was so convenient. And the interior is not bad by any means. We all loved the cottage chic decor and the vintage feel of the place. All of the appliances worked well, and there is an outdoor shower that cut down on the amount of sand we tracked in. The porch was large and lovely to have during an afternoon downpour and for relaxing evenings. I would warn that this would not be an ideal accommodation for someone with mobility issues. (I care for my elderly mother and she would have had a hard time with the tubs/showers - and climbing the stairs up from the beach.) But for us- it was perfect! We rode the bikes into Seaside and could easily have walked there as well. I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adrienne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
We had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Access
We went with a small family group. The weather didn't cooperate, but the sun porch made for a perfect Plan B picnic spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Cottage
Our family of 8 stayed at this property for Spring Break. It was perfect! We had plenty of room for everyone. The screen porch was great for morning coffee and relaxing after a long day at the beach. You are steps away from beach access. Easy trip to restaurants and shopping via bike or golf cart. House is a bit older as advertised, but cutely decorated and clean. Bedrooms are upstairs and accessible by spiral staircase. Might be a problem for those with small children or people with mobility issues. We had a wonderful time and would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah E., New Orleans, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!!
I cannot express how great my stay was at Buying Time! The description of the property is spot on. I was looking for a stay that reminded me of my childhood days on 30a, that was close to the beach and close to Seaside. This place was it. Morning coffee on the porch listening to the waves and quick bike rides into Seaside for shopping and visits with friends. Love it! And those white fluffly towels.....Great trip and much needed relaxation, fun and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Rob H.

Great location, older cottage
Last minute stay after Christmas with wife and two daughters. Great location, close to beach and short drive/bike ride to Seaside. Older cottage with unique layout. Minimal kitchen stuff for cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
GREAT trip. Best location. The outside of the property needs some attention but that didn't effect our stay. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Franco D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed!
Great place, great use of space. The location was perfect, beaches weren't overly crowded as they are on more of the side with all the condos. We couldn't have been happier.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Julie W., Louisville, KY

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location. Location. Location.
The best thing about this property was the location. No biking over to the beach or lugging all your stuff, just grab your towel and book and walk down. It’s so close, you’ll be the envy of everyone coming off the beach. The screened in porch makes a great place to relax after the beach and watch people coming in from the beach and the sun going down. At night, you can hear the ocean. It’s about 1 mile exactly to seaside so you can easily walk to dinner and walk home which is very nice and the kids loved how close they were to all the action. There’s a big garage to put your bikes in, chairs and to wash your clothes, The inside of the house is decorated very cute, shabby chic. We had 6 teenagers and 2 adults and had plenty of room. It was very comfortable. We had one electrical issue while there and the property manager was on it and fixed it within an hour. I would agree with the description that if you are going to be particular and are looking for a new and perfect property, this is not it. I think there are some things that could be improved from a cleanliness perspective and upkeep, however, the location and price made up for that in my mind.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage right by the beach
The description of the property is very accurate - it's an older cottage that has been updated. It was very comfortable for our family of 5. It is just one house away from a public beach access point, which was very convenient. (Note that there is a tenant in an attached efficiency, with a totally separate entrance. I believe he was only there one night that we were there and it didn't bother us, but this may be an issue for some). The 4 adult bikes that come with the house were a huge plus for us and we rode into Seaside and Watercolor several times. There was even a kid's bike in the garage, so it was perfect for us. The kitchen was well stocked and there is a Publix less than 2 miles away. It was a great trip for us and the area is beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Danielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We had a nice stay at this beach cottage, but it was a little more run down than the photos on the website. The covering on the dining room chairs were peeling off for example. However, we enjoyed our stay and it was Prime location just 1 house behind beach front.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Claudia E.

Shack- Palace-Bungalow-Old Florida
Would I stay here again? No. Is it ok to stay in? Yes. Pros: 1) Location – 100 yards from a boardwalk/crossover. 2) The BEST thing about it to me was a garage for the car. 3) The other great thing was the shower power—upstairs—the shower head flow was awesome. 4) The management company communicated very quickly. Cons: 1) The 2 extra AC units upstairs work but have MOLD in them-- I tried to clean the vents but you can SEE it behind there. 2) We must have seen a cockroach-- huge ones- every night in different places. We did NOT have the doors or windows open. They were INSIDE. Yuck. We also found a lot of spiders and a caterpillar. A menagerie. 3) The screen door was HORRIBLE. It is broken, busted and in TERRIBLE shape. The owners should know that guests use this every day. They should replace it. That is an easy fix. 4) The furniture is pretty nasty. The chairs at the dining room table are not just weathered but peeling off. Some pillows upstairs and downstairs are stained. The table in the bunk bed area has a busted leg. At least 3 of the knobs on the dresser in the master don’t work and you can’t open two of the drawers. 5) The side of the oven door was falling off every time we opened it. The eyes on the stove were not level. 6) The pots and pans need to be replaced. They are not in very good condition. This time with COVID-19 really makes you change your vacation needs. We cooked every night and ate in every night. We did not need a designer kitchen just a nice, clean and usable kitchen. Yes, this house functions and the owners describe it as minimal effort has gone in so this is what you get. Would I stay here again? No.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love. This. Beach House!
My family and I had an amazing vacation staying at Buying Time. It was the perfect location to the beach and Seaside/Watercolor Restaurants. We went everywhere on the 4 bikes provided. The house itself was very clean and plenty of towels and linens were provided. The only reason we gave 4 stars for cleanliness was because there were a few stains on some of the bedskirts, shower curtain and couch slipcover. With everything being white, I’m sure it’s incredibly difficult to keep all of that clean we just thought the Landlord/Property Manager would want to know about that. Overall, our stay was wonderful and we will be coming back again soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved it
The floors were very dirty. Our feet were black from walking on them. Everything else was satisfactory. One suggestion- put a hand rail in the downstairs shower. Those tiles are very slippery when stepping out of shower. We all loved our stay n the bicycles too. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Perfect location
Fabulous location, gorgeous views and beach access was within steps! Decor and layout just as described. Management was wonderful, all went smoothly. They were amazing - delivered a new coffeemaker to the house in a few hours. We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019