6/10 Okay
Genola
Jun 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Genola
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB
Lakefront villa with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4875 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Niceville, FL
- Bluewater Bay ResortPlace, Bluewater Bay Resort4 min drive
- Bluewater Bay Golf CoursePlace, Bluewater Bay Golf Course4 min drive
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State ParkPlace, Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park4 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)21 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Niceville
Located within a leisurely stroll of Choctawhatchee Bay, this villa is within a few miles (5 km) of Bluewater Bay Golf Course. The villa includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
What's nearby
- Bluewater Bay Resort - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
- Bluewater Bay Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
- Big Hammock Point - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
- Bluewater Bay Tennis Center - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
Getting around
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Shell - 4 min drive
- Whataburger - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- First Choice Buffet - 4 min drive
- L.J. Schooner's Dockside Restaurant - 8 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.
Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB
Serene & luxurious guesthouse cottage located 4 miles to Destin & shopping. A short stroll to the neighborhood bayside park where you can launch your Paddle board or Kayak, watch the sunset, or go fishing.
Within minutes from your private cottage you will enjoy:
*Emerald Beaches
*Bluewater Bay Marina
*Rocky Bayou State Park (Paddle board & Kayak rentals)
*Fishing Charters
*Boat Rentals & Tours
*Golf Courses
*Helicopter tours
*Destin & Sandestin Shopping Mall
*The Best Seafood Restaurants on the beach
The space
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Laundry room,
* Spa-like bedroom & bathroom
* Soft luxurious linens & towels
* Toiletries provided
* Plush comfortable sleeper sofa
* Grill and outdoor dining
Guest access
* Private coded locked entrance
* Private fenced yard
* Guesthouse is located on its own private area of a half-acre estate
Other things to note
* Must be 25+ to book
* Quiet neighborhood with working class families as neighbors
* No on-site parties allowed
* Currently changing our landscaping to make your space even more luxurious and beautiful.
Within minutes from your private cottage you will enjoy:
*Emerald Beaches
*Bluewater Bay Marina
*Rocky Bayou State Park (Paddle board & Kayak rentals)
*Fishing Charters
*Boat Rentals & Tours
*Golf Courses
*Helicopter tours
*Destin & Sandestin Shopping Mall
*The Best Seafood Restaurants on the beach
The space
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Laundry room,
* Spa-like bedroom & bathroom
* Soft luxurious linens & towels
* Toiletries provided
* Plush comfortable sleeper sofa
* Grill and outdoor dining
Guest access
* Private coded locked entrance
* Private fenced yard
* Guesthouse is located on its own private area of a half-acre estate
Other things to note
* Must be 25+ to book
* Quiet neighborhood with working class families as neighbors
* No on-site parties allowed
* Currently changing our landscaping to make your space even more luxurious and beautiful.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Fenced private pool
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
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.
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near an outlet shopping mall
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- On a lake
Things to do
- Water park
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting 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
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 875 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out time is 10am.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
By booking this property, you agree to follow the house rules. Violations may lead to cancellation without refund and removal from property.
Maintain the peaceful nature of the neighborhood
● Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM – keep TV, music, and voices at a moderate level.
For liability and security reasons, unregistered guests or onsite -------- Guest Experiences, are not permitted without the host’s express permission
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 3-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this villa?
This villa is located in Niceville within a short 11-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay. You'll also find Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park and Bluewater Bay Golf Course within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't offer parking.
Is this villa next to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside villa include a kitchen, a meal delivery service, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa offer breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
Where is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 11.5 mi away (25 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?
Yes, every villa at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB comes with a deck.
Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB Reviews
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8.0
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
christie r.
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful clean and comfortable
The accommodations for absolutely pristine, everything looked brand new, and perfect. There were so many little extra touches to make me feel at home!
christie r.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023