Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
56 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Gulf Place, this condo is adjacent to Santa Rosa Beach and within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Del Taco - 5 min drive
Goatfeathers Restaurant - 13 min walk
Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant - 4 min drive
Local Catch - 16 min walk
Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach
**NEW LISTING & FIRST OF ITS KIND ON 30A!**
“Retro Rosa” is a funky-chic beach escape nestled along the iconic 30A white sand & emerald water beaches at the Gulf Place complex in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. This colorful condo blends vintage flair with modern comfort, offering the perfect getaway for couples, small families, bachelorettes, or friends chasing sunshine & good vibes.
Since we are a new listing & don't have any reviews yet, for peace of mind--feel free to check the reviews on our other property in the building, "Bikini Bottom," via our VRBO profile, or navigate to the last few photos on this listing for screenshots of recent reviews from our other rental platform.
~ THE STYLE ~ This 70s-inspired coastal condo is packed with personality, local charm & touches of nostalgia — the perfect mix of sunshine, soul & seaside bliss.
From the bold colors to the groovy hand painted murals, every corner of this space channels that retro-cool energy. Spin vinyl on the record player, snap memories with the Polaroid, and kick back in a place that feels like your coolest friend’s beach pad.
Book your stay and live your best retro beach life—boogie shoes optional, good vibes required!
~ THE PROPERTY ~ "Retro Rosa" is located at the Gulf Place complex in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida on the Gulf of Mexico — a fantastic spot for all ages & groups!
~ GULF PLACE ~ - Address: 145 Spires Lane, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 - Unit 305 on the third floor with ocean views - Very safe & calm complex with on-site security, grassy amphitheater area for playing & friendly local businesses - Private beach access point directly across the street (only a few yards away & less than 5min walk) - Designated private area on the beach - Amenities such a pools, hot tubs, tennis, pickle ball & shuffle board games - Heated pools from beginning of October through the end of March - Retail space with shops & restaurants within walking distance - Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club located next door - Ponds with fish & turtles - On-site elevator - Free parking - Luggage carts - Outdoor showers - Bike racks - Laundry machine & dryers on each floor - free of charge - Communal grills - Handicap accessible with all units being single level, on site elevators & handicap parking.
~ RETRO ROSA ~ - Ocean & pool views - Sunset views - Full kitchen, dining, living room & balcony spaces - King master bedroom with comfort support cooling gel hybrid mattress - Two single bed (bunk bed style) off the main hallway - 1 queen gel memory foam pullout couch bed in living room - 1 full bathroom with tub & 1 half bathroom - Black out curtains on all thresholds & windows
~ INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY ~ - Guest welcome booklet (sent digitally upon booking & hard copy available inside of the unit) - Welcome gift - High quality, comfortable beds - 5-star rated cleanliness - High speed WIFI (remote work possible) - YouTube TV subscription - Fully stocked kitchen with spices, coffee, filters, olive oil, balsamic, flour, sugar, paper/plastic products, condiments, cooking supplies, etc. - Stainless steel kitchen appliances - Keurig K-Duo plus coffee maker (combo drip & k-cup pods) - Cuisinart cookware - Brita water filter pitcher - Extra supply of dishwater & glassware - Record player with 14 vinyls to spin (includ. The Beach Boys, ABBA, Elton John, Sonny & Cher, Donna Summer, Earth, Wind & Fire, Village People, Bee Gees, Aretha, Elvis, Dolly, etc.) - Polaroid Now Second Gen camera with film that can be purchased inside of the unit for $30 - Sonos speaker - Card games, board games & puzzles - (1) 55in Samsung Smart TV - (1) 43in LG Smart TV - Nest thermostat - WIFI enabled keyless lock - Hairdryers - Iron & board - Shampoo, conditioner & body wash - Make-up wipes - (4) Turkish beach towels - (1) Beach bag - (2) Soft beach coolers - (4) Tommy Bahama beach chairs - (1) Beach umbrella - (2) Swimming noodles - Misc beach toys - Household supplies such as dish deterrent, dish soap, laundry detergent, paper products, trash bags, cleaning supplies, etc.
~ GUEST WELCOME BOOKLET ~ Review our Guest Welcome Booklet for more information on: - Check-in - Check-out - Directions - Included items in the unit - Instructions & user guides - Recommended activities, businesses & dining & more!
~ CONCIERGE SERVICES ~ - Early Check-In (before 3pm): first hour free, $25/each additional hour (by request only) - Late Check-Out (after 11am): first hour free, $25/each additional hour (by request only) - Grocery Pick-Up & Drop-Off: $75 - Liquor Store Pick-Up & Drop-Off: $75 - Combo Grocery & Liquor Store Pick-Up & Drop-Off: $100 - Mid-Stay Clean: $75 - Linen Refresh: $40 - Additional Concierge Services: 30A Arrange - Charcuterie Board Delivery: Graze 30A Boards - Baby Equipment Rentals: Beach Baby Cribs - Beach Chair Rentals: 30A Shade (we provide 1 umbrella & 4 chairs inside of the unit) - Airport Transportation: Best of Both Worlds Luxury Transportation - ask for contact info - Golf Cart & Bike Rental/Delivery: Reef Beach Services & Rentals (10% discount for Gulf Place guests) - Photographers: @bygraymedia, @savvibellephotography, @sydneyjeterphoto - Bachlorette Services: @bach_babe
~ NOT PROVIDED ~ - On-site gym (there is one down the street though) - Bicycles - Grill tools
~ HOST & MANAGEMENT ~ This property is managed by the homeowners and Emmy is your main host & point of contact. Benefits of staying at this homeowner managed unit: - ABNB Super Host & VRBO Premier Host status - Over 4 years of experience managing her own AirBnBs in Georgia & Florida - Privately hired & trained cleaning staff with impeccably high cleaning standards - Quick & friendly communication - Custom guest booklets & information/suggestions for you trip - Personal touches to the unit to make your stay more comfortable & convenient (i.e. household starter supplies, cooking supplies, well stocked kitchen, toiletries, indoor games, beach items, etc .) - Inspected regularly & slept in by host for thorough quality control - Private staff within driving distance in case of any emergencies or conceige needs - Host that has over 20 years of experience on 30A - Privately managed staff – treated with respect & fair compensation - A host that love what she does & genuinely enjoys helping others create a memorable vacation!
**NOTE: we have a second unit in the building as well -- it is unit #208 located one floor below called "Bikini Bottom." This unit sleeps 6 people as well, in case you need more space for larger groups.**
~ GUEST ACCESS ~ Guests will have full and private access to the entire condo during their entire stay + all shared amenities on site with other private homeowners, residents and guests. The front door is equipped with a WIFI enabled keyless lock.
~ VISIT OUR WEBSITE ~ To reach our website, please go online & search for "Rechsteiner Rental Management,” then navigate to our Linktree website. We are unable to include links in our VRBO listing— we apologize for the inconvenience. On our website, you'll be able to: - Get information on how to contact us about direct bookings (to save on taxes & fees) - View a video of "Retro Rosa" - View the Guest Welcome Booklet - View our other rental properties
~ RULES & REGULATIONS ~ - No pets (restricted by the Gulf Place HOA–only homeowners are allowed to have registered pets). There will be a $250 fine for an unauthorized pet. - Service animals must be disclosed + a $50 cleaning fee to our housekeeper - No smoking in or on the property. There will be a $150 fine for breaking this rule. - Minimum age requirement to rent: 21 yrs. There will be a $500 fine for breaching this rule due to liability reasons. - No large parties. - There will be an excessive clean rate of $40/hr charged to the guest for any cleans that takes beyond 3 hours. This includes extra time needed for removal of any decorations. - Quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. - Guests are subject to covering the costs of any broken, damaged or stolen items (including kitchen, beach, music & camera items). - No boats, trailers, RVs, or jet skis allowed in parking lot. - Limited only to the registered guests. Overnight visitors are not allowed. - All guests must abide by Gulf Place community rules on-site and at all amenities. - All guests must have one amenity pass on them when utilizing the Gulf Place pools. Passes are provided in the unit. - Check In: 3:00 PM, Check Out: 11:00 AM
~ UNDERSTANDING OUR RATES & FEES ~ - Nightly Rates: the host adjusts & sets the nightly rates. - Cleaning Fee: the cleaning fee is a portion of the total cost which the host pays the housekeeping staff. - Service Fee: VRBO charges the guests 5% as a usage fee for their platform. This cost is beyond our control. (Hosts also have to pay our own service fees to VRBO). - Occupancy taxes & fees: these are taxes and fees withheld from us by the state of Florida and Fort Walton County. These costs are beyond our control.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
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.
2 accessible parking spaces
Area rugs in public areas
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
3 outdoor pickleball courts
Bicycle parking
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Bicycle parking
Housekeeping (on request)
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 600 square feet
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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 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, a first aid kit, 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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this condo?
This condo is situated in Gulf Place within a 10-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. You'll also find Blue Mountain Beach and Grayton Beach State Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this condo?
Yes, there is accessible parking and bicycle parking available.
Is this condo next to a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?
No, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Is Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach good for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this condo, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each condo unit with some featuring ocean views.
Are there hot tubs at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this condo.
Does this condo offer breakfast?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.
Are there connecting rooms at this condo?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this condo.
How close is the airport from this condo?
The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is about 21.5 mi away. Another top airport is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is around 25.7 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach?
Yes, every condo unit at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Blair G.
Oct 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the cute, colorful, comfy & cozy condo decor & furniture, proximity to the beach was stellar, the beach amenities were perfect, the laundry room location was ideal, & the condo was spotless.
Blair G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
heather h.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was PERFECT and exactly what was described as per the listing. It was bright, had every thing you need for the beach . Chairs, umbrella, coolers, it literally was a 2 minute walk from beach, laundry room right outside the door, and great sized carts to bring up luggage. Market, gifts stores, restaurants very walkable. Seaside was a 15 minute ride. No issues with parking at all. Ocean view and so peaceful. Property manager was awesome!
heather h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin H.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
We love the fun added touches for this condo. We used the record player and did the puzzlesIn the drawer. Lots of fun activities for kids. The chairs and umbrella were perfect to carry to the beach and beds were very comfy! Close access to beach and decent pool
Benjamin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Renaee H.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway
I am not sure where to start. This rental is fabulous. It is exactly as described and the pictures do not give it justice! The bed was super comfortable as was the bunks and pull out couch. My daughter slept on both. :) All you need to bring with you are your clothes and sunscreen. Chairs, coolers, umbrellas are all there waiting. There are even beach toys for the kids. The kitchen has all you need if you plan to cook including spices. The beach access is so close and convenient. I enjoyed the ocean view from the balcony drinking coffee in the morning, a glass of wine in the evening and listening to the frogs at night. I definitely recommend this amazing condo!