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Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage

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The Fourth cottage up from Red Bar and Chiringo... plenty of parking in front!
Let Grayton Presence Welcome You to an Awesome Memory
I'm Standing in Front of the Cottage.... 
Beach is a Very Short Stroll
Front Porch looking Right
Front Porch looking Left

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Grayton Beach, FL
  • Grayton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Grayton Beach State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Seaside Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage

Experience Old Grayton's allure at 'Presence'. This cozy and peaceful cottage includes four (4) antique pine queen size beds in (2) separate bedrooms and two (2) bathrooms only 150 yds from the beach. The pictures below say it best. The quaint 1920's cottage has tongue and groove wood walls and ceilings all updated to preserve its original charm but are coupled with all the modern conveniences including high speed internet access.

Perfect for family getaways...fenced yard, front and rear screened in porch, and only a short stroll to the Red Bar's famous Picolo's restaurant and Chringo's across the street . Experience the private outdoor rain shower covered with Jasmine which adjoins the rear deck.

The sunsets are absolutely incredible.....Grayton is a 'step back in time.' This historic gem is nestled between two state park areas and still possesses the character and charm of yesteryear, come and create everlasting memories .


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Call Jim at 205-541-4600
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Rosa Beach

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Grayton Beach State Park and Seaside Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Grayton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Grayton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seaside Beach - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Santa Rosa Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Mountain Beach Creamery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pickle's Snack Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Surfing Deer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Grayton Presence in Quaint Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Walton Beaches and Grayton Beach State Park. Seaside Beach is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clay C.

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

Great Location

Great location, perfect size and clean. A
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

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

Beach getaway

Cutest little beach house in the best location! Would love to stay here again.Thanks for sharing it with us, Jim!The Gilders
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa U.

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

Perfect Getaway!

Perfect cottage in the perfect place! We walked to everything. The Cottage was stocked with everything we needed. Excellent TV and Internet Service. Meeting the owner was a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

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

Great little getaway cottage

We love Grayton beach! Been going there for years…The old cottage is so cozy and comfortable! Our host, Jim, was really nice and made sure everything was perfect. Our cottage was a very short distance to the beach! We never needed to get into a car, everything was walkable. Loved our time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Cozy and comfortable

Nice place close to beach and shops. Communication and accessibility to property owner was open.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz E.

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

The perfect Grayton cottage!

Cozy cottage with tons of character and close to everything! The owner, Jim, was easy to reach and very helpful! Hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandie M.

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

Great Location, Quaint Cottage

Loved everything about our stay! So close to the beach, and the property has all you need for it - chair, wagon, beach umbrella. The cottage was spacious but cozy, with more than enough room for everyone, and beds were firm and comfortable. Easy check-in and check-out. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Grayton Presence Stay by the Beach

Staying at Grayton Presence was a great—few steps from the beach and with space. The functional kitchen and cozy living areas, including a charming porch, made our stay comfortable. Its prime location offers with dinner restaurant and bar with easy access to other local spots. Plus, the added convenience of an outdoor shower was perfect for rinsing off after sandy adventures. Recommend for a memorable beachside experience.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S.

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

Lovely cottage

Fabulous week. Loved our homey cottage. Our host Jim was super accessible and so helpful. Definitely will visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lollie B.

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

Perfect stay and location

Quaint Florida cottage in a great location. Owner was very helpful and easy to work with. Very clean and house had all the amenities we needed. Would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Amazing!

Cute, quaint cottage in a phenomenal location! It is a quick, short walk to the beach; no more than two blocks. You can see the beach access from the front door. It is also a block’s walk to The Red Bar and Chiringo’s. It was exactly what we were looking for; an original beach cottage vs a new build. It is clean and the owner was easy to work with. Our teenage girls loved the freedom to walk to the beach and various coffee shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Waco, Texas

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

We loved this beach cottage.

My family of 5 (all adults) were very happy with our stay at Grayton Presence. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, plus beach chairs, skim boards, and a cart for the short walk to the beach. I especially liked the screened porches on the front and back of the house and the outdoor shower - it kept us from getting sand everywhere in the house. It was great having the 2 bikes, and also the grill and patio table outside. The beds were comfy so we slept well. Another plus is that the owner was always available and helpful if we had any questions. Overall, we were all really pleased with this property. The kids told me how much they enjoyed spending the week together and how glad they were that I’d found the property. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Little Rock, AR

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

A Glimpse of Old Grayton

Sweet little cottage 10 minutes walk to the beach and restaurants. Built in 1925, Grayton Presence stands in contrast to the towering condo buildings nearby and the fairyland of Seaside and other glitzy modern developments. If you prefer classic to crass, this house is the one for you. Jim is a cordial and attentive host who sincerely wanted us to enjoy ourselves, and we did. The only dark note for us was the parade of bikers who seemed to appear 3-6 p.m. each day intent of making as much noise as possible as they sped by.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Charm & location!

This charming beach cottage on Garfield Street was so lovely. I love the historical aesthetic and the original wooden furniture. Two bathrooms, one with a tub and one with a shower stall, were perfect for our family of 5 (me, my partner, and my three daughters ages 5, 7, and 9). The outdoor shower was a great perk as was space to hang towels and such after a day at the beach / dune lakes, which was conveniently a block away. I loved the proximity to the dune lakes because the surf was dangerously high, but we didn't have to miss out--the kids splashed in the not-too-deep lakes and had a great time. They swam, skim boarded, built sandcastles, and frolicked for hours each day of our stay. The house is less than a block from the charming artsy Zoo Gallery (I got some beautiful earrings for myself and a friend), the iconic Red Bar, and delicious Chiringos. With a nice pad of grass outdoors and cornhole boards, we had a great time frequenting this restaurant / bar. We didn't dine on the roof; though, that's an option. In the evening, we strolled down for sunset. While we visited other parts of 30A (only twice), I was in the happiest place to just stay at the house, cook, enjoy time with my girls, and play at the beach. It was perfect, and I'd absolutely visit again. As my girls get older, we'll opt to bring our bicycles, so we can explore a little more, but for now, this was everything we needed to make lovely memories in a charming space!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful place! Great location!

We had a great stay! The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. The location was close to restaurants and the beach. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexia M.

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

Perfect!

Already planning our return! Had everything we needed, super clean and just overall delightful! If you want the old Grayton experience, this is it! It’s a shabby chic dream!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

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

Book it right now!

We absolutely loved our stay at this cottage!! The location is PERFECT! You are literally 3 doors down from the Red Bar and other restaurants/stores. The cottage had everything we needed with special touches like outdoor shower, additional wash station at the front of the house, screened porch and beach cart that was the envy of everyone on the beach! Jim provided such great communication with easy check-in and recommendations for the area! It rained/stormed a lot while we were there so the cute, screened in front porch was a perfect spot to chill, read and enjoy the weather! This was our 3rd time to 30A and we’d love to stay here for all our future trips back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael L.

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

Grayton presence

Great location-very clean. Had a blast-front porch the best, outdoor shower a bonus. A little quirky inside but added to charm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanne H.

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

Nostalgic beach house in Grayton Beach

Can’t beat location, owner very nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

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

Thank you for sharing Grayton Presence!

Grayton Presence is in the perfect location, a two minute walk to the beach!!! Jim was very accommodating in making sure we had everything we needed to make us feel as if we were at home! From the outdoor shower, the dishes in the kitchen, the beach cart, to the hot water, we were very grateful for finding Grayton Presence for our week long stay! Thank you Jim for your quick responses and being so accommodating. We would definitely recommend Grayton Presence as your home at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A., Madison, MS

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

Authentic. Grayton!

This place is a treasure. Authentic and quaint. The house was clean and comfortable, beds were comfy! Short walk to beautiful Grayton beach. Super friendly owner. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

jill l.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

Quaint, quiet, clean and close to everything, especially the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinne P.

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

Cottage Comfort

Great experience at Grayton Presence!!! Jim, the host, was 100% on pointe, always available, easy going, great reccos, and friendly with immediate responses. The area is literally a 3 minute walk to the beach and you can see if from the street as the photo shows..... super fun "inlet" near the beach to wade in and relax. "Cottage" is a perfect description. It is a little bit of a throwback to a cabin/camp, very clean, with rustic cozy qualities. Didn't need anything... everything was provided including beach chairs, umbrellas, skim boards, sand toys and floats.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Charming cottage !

This property is charming. A delightful little cottage with everything you need . A block from the beach and just footsteps from two great restaurants….rent yourself a golf cart and off you go to any of the nearby beaches or simply walk a block to beautiful Grayton Beach !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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