The community of Santa Rosa Beach is along the Emerald Coast and a beach neighborhood in South Walton. Not only does it boast one of the prettiest white-sand beaches in Florida’s Panhandle, but it’s a historic place that foodies love because of the fresh Gulf seafood and even has a couple of local craft breweries to grab a pint. This artist colony destination also has quite a few vacation rental properties where you can really make yourself at home and relax.
Here are the top Airbnb and Vrbo vacation rentals in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
Key Lime Cottage
The Key Lime Cottage is a Vrbo rental property and 1,064-square-foot house that sleeps eight people. It has two bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms in Santa Rosa Beach. The cottage is in a residential neighborhood and features an open living area, a gas grill outside the back door, and a newly remodeled kitchen. Guests can use the seasonally heated community pool while staying here. It’s just a quick walk from the home to the Emerald Coast shoreline.
Magnolia Cottage Close to the Bay
For up to three guests, an Airbnb option to consider in Santa Rosa Beach is this cottage with one bedroom and one bathroom. This cottage has a boho vibe and is about 3.3 miles from the closest public beach access point of Ed Walline. The beach is a 10-minute drive from here. It’s an excellent couple’s retreat and has two porches, a hammock, a queen-size bed, and a sectional couch for an additional sleeping spot. The home is decorated with plants and also comes with a kitchen, TV, and Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed in this cottage when you pay an extra fee.
Blue Palm, Three Miles to the Beach
You’ll be about three miles from the beach when you book this Airbnb rental for up to six guests. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms in the heart of the community. The bedrooms have queen-size beds, while the common area has a sofa bed. Guests can use the fully stocked kitchen with kid-friendly dinnerware options and also the dedicated workspace, which has two desks and chairs available for use. You will enjoy the outdoor dining area on a nice Florida day as well.
Bacon's by the Bay
Bacon’s by the Bay is a three-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home that sleeps six people and offers awesome views from the wrap-around porch. From this Airbnb rental, you’ll have access to the bay via a private dock for your canoe, kayak, or paddleboard. It’s easy to paddle through the canal to Hogtown Bayou and the Cessna Landing Park. All of the bedrooms have their own TV and private bathroom. Meanwhile, the outdoor space has a dining area and BBQ grill. Staying here does require climbing up some stairs.
Hippy Beach Retreat Near the Beach
This Airbnb rental is a private mother-in-law suite that is attached to the host’s main home and accommodates two guests. It is an adults-only retreat and has a private entrance, bathroom amenities, and cats living on the premises. The home is four miles (10 minutes) from the beach. Your rental includes a queen-size bed, beach chairs and towels, a kitchenette with basic appliances, and one parking spot. The Hippy Beach Retreat is not within walking distance of beaches or shops, so you will need a car to get around the area.
Island Breeze Room at Amazing Grace Cottage
For an affordable stay in Santa Rosa Beach, consider this private room in a house that works well for two people. It is an eight-minute drive from the beach and in a peaceful neighborhood. Your rental here comes with a queen-size bed, shared bathroom, and shared use of the host’s kitchen, laundry room, living room with 60-inch TV, and patios. There are actually a couple rooms available on the property that are rented to guests. Grayton Beach State Park and Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar are close to this home.
Seas the Day Room at the Amazing Grace Cottage
Another affordable private room rental to consider for couples is the Seas the Day Room, which is one of a few rooms available to rent in a residential home. The private room has a queen-size bed, and guests can also use the host’s main kitchen, living room, and laundry room. You’ll be just minutes from the beach but enjoy a peaceful respite from the beach traffic while staying here. Head over to Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar to watch the sunset or to Growler Garage for a selection of 40+ beers on tap across from the beach.
