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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Santa Rosa Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Blue Mountain Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca'

Welcome to Casita Blanca
Your perfect family getaway on 30A!

Property Overview
Location: Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood, just steps from the beach and Gulf Place.
Size: 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10

Property Highlights
Porches & Views: Enjoy coffee on the incredible wraparound porch with two sitting areas, Adirondack chairs, and a daybed swing. The upper deck offers panoramic views of 30A and the Gulf.
Outdoor Grill: Perfect for a family barbecue after a day of fun in the sun.
Living Space: Spacious living room with plenty of seating, including a queen sleeper sofa. Large flat screen TV for movie nights or the big game.
Location: Short walk to Gulf Place for restaurants, shops, and beach access.
Community Pool: Just a short walk away.

Sleeping Arrangements
First Floor:
Master Suite: King bed + Twin foldout chair
Second Bedroom: Queen bed
Third Bedroom: Full-over-full bunk bed (perfect for kids or adults)
Second Floor:
Den: Queen sleeper sofa

Kitchen & Dining
Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stainless appliances, perfect for preparing family meals.
Alfresco Dining: Enjoy meals outdoors on the porches.

Nearby Attractions
Restaurants: Close to favorites like Shunk Gulley and Sunrise Coffee Shop.
Golf: Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club (18-hole course with Gulf views) within half a mile.
Grocery: New Publix grocery store 3 miles away.
Beaches: Walk to the beautiful, silky white sands of 30A.

Parking
On-Site Parking for 2 vehicles. Additional street parking may be available.

Booking Policy
Reservation Deposit: 50% due at booking.
Cancellation: Full refund for cancellations made 30+ days before scheduled arrival.
Balance Due: 30 days prior to arrival.
Check-In/Out: Check-In at 4:00 PM CST | Check-Out by 10:00 AM CST.
Age Requirement: Must be 25 or older to rent, with 1 adult per 2 minors. No chaperoned groups.

Come enjoy everything the Gulf has to offer at Casita Blanca – your ideal 30A retreat!

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Sand Dollar One Vacation Rentals
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English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Santa Rosa Beach and Blue Mountain Beach. Sirens at the Beach and Sundog Books are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 13 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goatfeathers Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stinky's Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shoppe at 30A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Mctighes Irish Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Fish Taco - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca' have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Short Walk to the Beach! 'Casita Blanca' located?

Located in Dune Allen Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club and CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We loved staying here.. this was our second time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The house was nice and clean. The location was great. The only issue was that the refrigerator was broken and we weren’t made aware of it, even as of the date we checked in, so we lost a lot of food we had purchased. We were provided a dorm size refrigerator but for a family of 4 that didn’t work long.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casita Blanca

Excellent stay, very clean, close to beach, beautiful property!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House

Loved this property!! Close to the beach.. neighborhood was so cute. The kitchen was very well equipped to prepare a meal. The only complaint I had was the bed in the master bedroom was so hard, but I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a great location

We come down to Santa Rosa each summer and have stayed in this neighborhood several times -- it is a great location that is very convenient to a quiet part of the beach. This house was perfect for our family of four. It is very comfortably decorated and the kids loved the porch and widow's walk on the roof. The property manager was very communicative and helpful as well. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Construction on homes behind rental was annoying. The crews played loud music all day.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Overall a great stay. The only thing my wife and I had an issue with was the master bed. It felt like i was sleeping on the floor and could hardly sleep. Other than that it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good vacation

Property was good. Indoor area was great for our family. Outdoor area could use some attention since the outdoor furniture had mold and mildew on it and really wasn’t usable. Management company was very responsive to issue but there was not a quick solution for the problem. Great area for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a lovely neighborhood!

We have stayed in multiple properties in this neighborhood and this is one we will come back to for sure. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were great. We really loved the enclosed porch were our children could play safely. There was some construction going on behind the house, but the disruption was very limited and certainly the owners can’t control the property behind them.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House Great Location

The house was very nice. Clean and plenty spacious for our family. All bedrooms on the same level (downstairs), which is great for families with small children. Common space upstairs, which is great for not disturbing sleeping guests. Outside porches were very nice with plenty of seating. Location, relative to public beach access, was wonderful. Could easily walk if you have a wagon or don't mind carry your gear. Renting a golf cart is also a great option. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

fun in the sun

nice location and house but needed some work on teh outside.. several rottted boards on deck and walkways.. otehr wise a good deal. 500 steps from the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly As Advertised

Had a great stay here with friends for a short beach vacation. Property as advertised. Conveniently located near a gas station for emergency purchases. 5min walk to the beach. Comfy living room, working grill, and kitchen with all the pots and pans you need. Things that could be improved: there is no basic seasonings provided like salt and pepper, only one roll of toilet paper for every bathroom regardless of stay length, only 2 patio chairs on the rooftop for a property that holds many people, construction noise in the morning, and the outside shower was broken and in-operable. Overall an amazing stay with everything we needed without many hiccups. 5 stars, stay here and enjoy your time with friends and family:)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

Excellent location, the house was very nice. it would be nice to have outside dinning and a fire pit. The porch swing is nice we enjoyed it very much all though the fabric needs to be cleaned. Beds were very comfortable, and the bedding was clean. The shower head in the master bedroom needs something because the pressure and direction isn't great. overall I would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!!

We had a great time and loved the house! There was plenty of room and the layout worked great for our group. The location is perfect and it is a short walk to the beach. We also LOVED the outdoor shower, it was so easy to clean the kids off before going inside. The only suggestion would be for better fitted sheets for the bunk room. The sheets did not fit and it was a tangled mess every morning. Also, it would have been great to have chairs on the rooftop to enjoy the sunset. Other than that, it was a great stay! We highly recommend it to families with kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

My husband and I and the couple we were with had a great stay here. The location is amazing- 5 min walk to a very quiet beach with gorgeous homes on it, and close to some of our favorite 30A restaurants (3 min drive to Shunk Gulley!). The house itself was nice-- there was some typical rental wear on it, but a great crash pad with nice outdoor space. The neighborhood pool was nice to have also-- we even met the sweet HOA manager who was very welcoming. We're a pretty easy to please bunch, but the *only* issue we had was that they only provided one roll of crappy toilet paper per bathroom, one roll of crappy paper towels, and two garbage bags. Definitely not enough for a 5 night stay. We had to buy extras from Publix.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Hideaway

Came into town for a wedding. Bride and groom stayed with us to hide from the mothers. Nice place, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Autumn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30A

Perfect beach house! With outside shower! It’s a little bit of a walk to the beach, so we decided to rent a golf cart which was a very easy process! Quick golf cart ride and the kids loves it. Check in and out was easy. No issues with the house at all. House was a good size for two families. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Wonderful house, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

False advertising

Positives: clean, safe, AC worked, good location Negatives: garbage disposal and lights and vent in toilet closet didn't Work. The worst negative was that we paid for house to Accommodate 10 guests, however there was only space for 8, Which included the 2 sofas in the living room, which were supposed to convert to sleepers, but did not. The biggest disappointment was the removal of 1 set of bunk beds shown in Advertisement. This caused some of the guests to have to Double up, which was very uncomfortable and not what we paid For. I feel that I am owed some refund of the rental price, which I paid for sleeping arrangements for 10 guests and rental only comfortably accommodated 8 guests with 2 sleeping on living room couches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and well appointed. Will rent again

Our first time in the Destin area. This house has everything you need and more.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessenia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this property. It was in the perfect location. Walking distance to beach or a golf cart ride away!! Can’t wait to go back again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Great house. 5 minute walk to the beach. Fully stocked kitchen. Very clean. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Jennifer A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Poor Maintenance and No Ocean View

The house is beautifully decorated and modern. But the description on VRBO site stated that we would enjoy a gulf view, only steps from the beach. Obviously, "steps" is a vague term, and yes I should have asked more questions. But that doesn't make it ok for the rental company to be knowingly deceptive with their description. The property manager admitted straight away, that the trees had grown taller over the years, obstructing the ocean view that was once there. Additionally, the freezer was broken and the electrical system in the master bathroom was partially out of commission. There was an exposed live socket with no bulb, disconnected outlets and light fixtures, leaving us to use a flashlight in the water-closet. (Toilet) No attempts were made to repair these things during our stay, although property management did drop off 1 bag of ice for us. The ice melted in the freezer....as did our frozen beverages. Management indicated that they were aware of the problems prior to our visit, and that's really the only reason for the negative review. We made the best of it. No view, no frozen cocktails, but we did enjoy touring the Santa Rosa Beach area. We scouted for better places to stay on our next visit, and found plenty that had better beach views and access for the same price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Amber M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good rental, bad bed

I'll start with the good. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this rental. The house is just as beautiful as the photos, the neighborhood is something out of a movie, its not too far from the beach, kitchen is well equipped. I was impressed that all three showers could be going at once and that we never seemed to run out of hot water, a huge plus for those of us that like to take steamy showers. Air conditioning was not a problem, I read in another review that the upstairs gets hot. That was not the case, so I'm thinking they fixed that! Another plus of the rental was the bikes! They were not listed online so it was a nice surprise to have them there! Some things that need attention: The king bed in the master suite is worse than sleeping on the floor. I didn't sleep well one night, seriously it is the worst bed I have ever slept on. The property owner should look into investing into a better bed. There were two floor mats in the closet, we put those on the bed in an attempt to make it more comfortable. All of the other beds were fine, including the pull out bed upstairs. The white couch could use a new cover and regular washing. It's GROSS looking. Same goes for the outside furniture and swing. We ran into a few maintenance problems during our stay, most of them were fixed right away. The light in the master bathroom wasn't working, they needed to schedule an electrician to do the work and the washing machine quit working towards the end of our trip. I'm sure both of these items have been fixed. Note: The kitchen is upstairs, the grill is downstairs. It's extremely inconvenient and a pain to go up and down the stairs while trying to prepare dinner. If you are planning on eating in, maybe keep meals that include grilling off your menu. Overall we enjoyed our stay, especially for the price we payed! I know I mentioned some cons, but the good out weighed the bad for us....but seriously, get a new bed for the master suite.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

The house was perfect for the whole family. 3 bathrooms and an outside shower made things optimal. Beautiful view from the roof and a short walk to the beach. Highly recommend for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

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