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Experience serene beachfront tranquility with gentle waves lapping onto the sandy shore.
Guests may stroll through the open gate to a scenic deck surrounded by lush greenery and a serene body of water.
Enjoy meals in the kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a central island, or relax in the adjacent dining area with a sofa and flat-screen TV.
Stroll through a tranquil urban oasis surrounded by palm trees and a serene water feature.
Relax on the deck surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola, with comfortable seating for two.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81750 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Seacrest, FL
  • Seacrest Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Alys Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Rosemary Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Seacrest vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Alys Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Rosemary Beach. Seacrest Beach and Deer Lake State Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Alys Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Carillon Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • South Walton Beaches - 13 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill

Home has 4 bikes rented from LDV and 4 beach chairs for guests to use.

This home has been updated with new paint on Exterior and interior throughout. Bathrooms have been updated. New TV's have been installed along with a few other personal touches. Come and relax in our spacious beach house that is conveniently located across the street from the community pool. The beautiful emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico are a quick 2-3 minute walk.

***Please note that Magnolia Cottages has deeded access to the beach but you will need to walk to the public beach to the right or left of the walkover. If you decide to rent chairs from the vendor you can then sit there with as many people you have in your party***

This home offers you serenity and peace, while only a short drive to terrific shopping, restaurants and other attractions. Our home is located just off 30-A (north of the Gulf) and is situated near the communities of Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Seacrest Beach, Watersound and Seaside. Going to Destin is a 25-minute drive to the west, and Panama City is a 25 minute drive to the east.

The home features a large open living area with a 50-inch smart HDTV with DVR. Youtube TV is provided throughout the home. High Speed Internet with Wifi is provided. Stainless Steel appliances, Quartz counter tops, and custom cabinetry make the kitchen a great place to prepare a quick meal or to entertain family and friends. The eating area includes a table for 6 people and a bar for 3 people. In addition, you may catch the sunrise or sunset while enjoying the outdoor dining table and chairs on a porch just off the great room.

Rest and relaxation is discovered in the three bedroom suites (2 Queens and 1 Twin set) each with its own bathroom and flat screen LCD TV. All 3 bedrooms have 43" Flat Screen TV's. An additional special feature that makes this home unique, is the bunk area, which contains one set of built in bunk beds. Finally, two of the three bedrooms have an IPOD/I-Phone clock radio with charging station. There is also one located in the great room upstairs.

You will enjoy all of the comforts of home in our beach cottage. The close proximity to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and pool are just bonuses. Finally, for your peace of mind, our property manager is located within minutes of the home.


Keywords: Beach House, close to the beach, sleeps 8, 30A cottage, 30A beach house

Property manager

Eric Schmits

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.6 mi (32-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Alys Beach and 4-minute walk from Seacrest Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill to downtown Panama City Beach?

This vacation home is 16.5 mi away from Panama City Beach.

Blue Skies, close to pool & beach, 4 bikes & chairs close to The Big Chill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a family of teens!

Loved staying at this home! It was very, very close to the pool and the beach. We enjoyed the bike rentals and exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family tradition

We started staying in magnolia cottages for Thanksgiving week and summer break 8 years ago. We really enjoyed this year at Blue Skies. Close walk to beach. Clean home with plenty of beds, linens, and cookware. Exactly as advertised. Will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, nice location.

Great location and house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spacious cottage

We enjoyed our stay except for one misleading benefit. We were told we had PRIVATE beach access. When you get down to the beach you are quickly pushed down to the crowded public beach. I have stayed in Magnolia Cottages for several years and have always had PRIVATE beach access. That’s been a big draw for me coming back year after year. Not sure I will be returning because of this BIG change. It really left me with negative overall experience. LOVE the area, quaint cottages and family atmosphere. That needs to be communicated appropriately.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house just steps from the beautiful beach!

This amazing house was perfect for a week long getaway to the most beautiful beaches in the souther US. The house was immaculate and the location was perfect being just a few steps from the beach and a pool. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., Verona, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in Seacrest

We come to the 30A area often, and this might be our favorite house we’ve rented! It’s tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. We typically try to stay on the beach side because of the accessibility with kids. The walk to the beach from this house is very easy, and this is with two toddlers and a 5 year old. Keep in mind you do have to come down a large dune, so be prepared for a lot of steps. The home is nicely decorated and comfortable. It was well stocked. All of the bedrooms are located on the first floor with the living and kitchen upstairs. The home had plenty of room for our group of 4 adults and 3 kids. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay on 30A

Beautiful home in a relaxing neighborhood, just steps to the pool & a few more to the perfect beach day! Home had all the amenities & was very comfortable for all in our multi-generational famil
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick spring break

The property was great, nicely laid out and well furnished. Only issue and a minor one was the fan in the guest bedroom with two twin beds did not work. Either due to mechanical issues, but I think it was battery in remote. Otherwise great, close to everything we love to do. Pool diagonally across street and beach access directly across the road! Last thing I will say and I think it’s an area issue and not the unit but cell reception (Verizon?) was absolutely terrible and quite the challenge in house, parking apps, and in shops and restaurants. 30A needs to step up their infrastructural! Would easily stay here again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

The location, amenities, and property were exactly what we were looking for. The property was perfect for our family of 5. Outside the crowds right at Rosemary/Seacrest/Alys while being walkable and bikeable to East and west communities. We also enjoyed the access to a private beach where we did not have to fight for a spot during spring break. Another bonus was the majority of renters in this area were families. We felt confident letting our 3 kids go back and forth to the house without us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage get away

We loved our stay here! It had everything we needed and more. The updated bathrooms were fantastic. We loved the proximity to the beach and the wonderful decks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, Great Cottage, Great Stay!

I stayed with my wife and two kids. Magnolia Cottages are in a quiet location right across from the beach. We had access to the pool and beach was 5 min walk away. Property was well kept and property manager was prompt to reply to a couple questions we had. We enjoyed renting bikes and exploring the area and then grilling out on the charcoal Webber. Grocery store close by and great location for our family. Each bedroom had its own bathroom plus a half bath upstairs as well so this made getting ready a snap and save a lot of time. We’ll seriously consider again for our next visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location

Beach access was just a few minutes away!! Easy to get in and out of neighborhood. Neighborhood was extremely quiet. The pool temperature was amazing. The weather was a little chill. So perfect to sit on the beach then was off and head to the pool!! Great home!! Fabulous location to Seacrest, Alys, and Rosemary!Home had everything I needed and more for my family of 6! Second home stayed at in this neighborhood and will continue to stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed very much

Very comfortable. Close to the beach access and pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna T., Atlanta, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Loved staying here. The place was amazingly clean and had everything we needed. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Welcoming and Cozy

This house is special and we felt at home. A few minutes walking distance from the beach. The house was clean and everything worked well. We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hard to beat!

I had two homes. Both were very clean. no maintenance problems, everything seemed to be working properly, 5 minute walk to the beach, really can't come up with even one complaint. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

joseph b., St Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location off 30a

Property was perfect for our family get away. On the "quieter" side of 30A. The host was very quick to answer questions we had and the property was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia V., Frisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location...

The house was just as described. It was VERY hot in Florida (we come every year) with over 90% humidity at times. The home did get warm (top floor) during the day but cooled down at night. Homeowner was very responsive when we called questioning if it was something we were doing. He came by while we were out and checked everything to make sure everything was as it should be and was able to adjust the speed on the extremely high ceiling fan. That helped a lot. We would keep the drapes closed during the hottest part of the day as well and kept all shades/drapes closed on bottom floor as well. This kept the house cool. Having TVs in all the rooms was a bonus. We only got rain once while we were here, YAY! The neighborhood is quiet with only families or well behaved adults. There were no issues at all, which I cannot say for some places we have stayed. There is a light going up at Watersound Parkway so we dealt with a LOT of traffic going into Rosemary, opposite end of Seaside. Grocery shop and make lunches. Restaurants were all on an hour or longer wait. One suggestion...there is a motion light at the back entrance but it did not always work and it is VERY DARK in the evenings. Great for sleep but dangerous coming in late.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot on 30A!

This house was perfect for our family. The layout worked well for us, and there was more than enough space for our group of five. The communication with the property manager was quick and friendly. We especially appreciated the prompt response after I accidentally broke the glass coffee pot; a new one was brought to us the next morning! The home is lovely and the location is just what we wanted. It is biking distance to the popular spots, but not in the middle of the crowd. We enjoyed cooking in on most nights. The kitchen and dining area was well suited for that. We had a wonderful time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for the family!

The property was in a great location with a short walk to the beach and very close to the property pool. The house had everything that we needed, was clean, and had more than enough space for a family of five. Very close drive to Rosemary Beach although it would be a long walk. Overall, we loved it and would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank B., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family time in a perfect location.

It was a way for our family to gather together and have a true quality time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Home was clean, had a good layout, and in a convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Curt D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really enjoyed our time on 30A

Our stay was great. Th house was wonderful. Very close walk to the beach and strategically located on 30A. The property manager was extremely responsive when a couple of small issues developed. we'd be happy to re-visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S., Madison, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a family beach trip!

The house is lovely with everything you would need - even better than the pictures. Check-in/out is seamless with good communication if needed. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location in Magnolia cottages.

Location is really great. Your just diagonally across from the front pool and a 3 minute or less walk to the private boardwalk to the beach. I would suggest renting chairs to make the beach easy. The 4 porches are nice , especially the one off the master bedroom. Very lush back yard area with potted ferns to finish out the isolated feeling all while being only a few steps from the cobblestone roadway. It was fun to spend time out there . The beds were comfortable and we had all we needed in the kitchen. The property manager was courteous and very responsive to anything we asked for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021