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Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes!

Vacation home with a fitness center, 6-minute walk to Seaside Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Welcome to Whatcha Dune, a charming and inviting cottage in the heart of Seaside, FL. This peaceful retreat offers an open concept floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area for 8 and living room that flows onto spacious porches perfect for grilling or relaxation. Unwind on the private parking decked out with outdoor dining spaces or enjoy access to three swimming pools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes!

1 King, 2 Twins (can be a second king), 1 Queen, Bonus Bedroom w/ 2 Twins & Double

Welcome to the charming and inviting Whatcha Dune! This peaceful, family-friendly cottage is centrally located, next to the Seaside Chapel and Ruskin Park, and sleeps 10 guests. Equal distance to East and West pools, as well as the stunning beach, this beach cottage offers everything Seaside, FL!

Guests can arrive and park in private parking to spy this light blue, beach cottage, decked out with an open, furnished front porch, as well as a shaded side and back yard, both featuring outdoor dining spaces! Step inside and into an open-concept, airy floor plan on the first level. To the left of the entry, there is a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and a breakfast bar seating four. A breakfast nook off to the side provides a corner nook for two, perfect for morning coffee! The kitchen blends seamlessly with the adjacent dining area, offering comfortable seating for 8 around a generous dining table. The living room has plenty of seating to accommodate both family and friends and is flanked by the large side open porch and a rear deck open porch, as well. A large, furnished side deck runs the length of the home with Adirondack seating. At the rear of the home, off the living room, is an open deck that runs the width of the living room for your outdoor dining featuring two outdoor tables that each seat four, perfect for grilling out after a long day at the beach! The living spaces are completed by a full bathroom and plenty of storage round out the downstairs plan.

The second floor features three bedrooms, all with private TVs, and another large screened-in furnished porch. The second floor includes a generous primary (king) bedroom with a full bath, a flat-screen mounted TV, and opens onto a shaded screened-in, furnished porch. The second bedroom, a queen, features plenty of storage, a flat-screen mounted TV, and shares a large double vanity Jack and Jill bathroom with the third bedroom. The queen bedroom also enjoys access to the screened porch. (The third bedroom has a crib in the closet for use.) The third bedroom features two twin beds (can be configured as a king upon request), plenty of storage, and its own private mounted flat-screen TV and access to the shared Jack and Jill bathroom.

The third-floor bonus bedroom space boasts two twin beds, a full bed, and a sitting area with a flat-screen TV, offering a special getaway place for the kiddos. Two-story porches run nearly the length of the home, with the first-floor porch being open and the second-level screened, both providing the perfect place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee or afternoon glass of wine. The staircase leading up to the third floor is easily accessible and provides a smooth transition between the levels of this cozy beach retreat.

Forest Street is a peaceful location, bookended by two community pools and framed with lots of green space. Enjoy an ideal Seaside escape at Whatcha Dune

* 5NT. min for Summer, Spring Bk & Spring; 3NT min Fall; 2NT min Winter. Must be 25 years to rent and sign registration.

Features:
* Features 2,149 square feet
* 6 minute walk, 528 yards to beach access
* Private Seaside residential beach at West Ruskin; largest private beach on 30A
* Family Room TV is a Smart TV and has Roku
* Wifi booster
* 3rd bedroom is set up as two twins; converted to a king upon request
* Bloom newborn crib 0 - 12 months for use
* TVs in every bedroom & bonus bedroom space
* Washer & Dryer
* Peacock Alley Linens - Fresh and luxurious Peacock Alley sheets and towels throughout the home
* Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay tennis & 3 Pickle ball courts (ct. fees apply), and a fitness center
* Welcome tote w/2 beach towels, bottle of wine, & 2 rental bikes for pickup at Seaside Transit Authority
* 2 parking passes are issued. A golf cart is a car. Golf carts for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a permit
* No pets allowed

STR23-002089

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,149 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Whatcha Dune Completely Updated In Seaside Sleeping 10!
Completely Updated IN Seaside Sleeping 10! Whatcha Dune
2236-197517

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seaside Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grayton Beach State Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grayton Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Blue Mountain Beach - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pickles - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amavida Coffee Roasters - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Bread Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar @ Watercolor - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes! located?

Located in Seaside, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of The Chapel at Seaside and Seaside Beach. Newbill Collection by the Sea and Fusion Art Glass Gallery are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Prime Seaside Location, Sleeps 10! Steps To Beach And Town + 2 Adult Bikes! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Whatcha Dune (Again)

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second time staying at Whatcha Dune. The house is spacious, has plenty of sleeping space, and I knew it was the perfect fit for our family of 7. It sits a bit farter from the beach than almost any house in Seaside, but it backs up to a quiet wooded area and the outdoor living spaces are great. The added square footage and peaceful setting were the right tradeoff for our crew. The last stay in this particular house was about 6 or so years ago, and not much has changed. There is a ton of the owner's stuff all around the house and there is no storage in the third floor loft area. It seems like this has become a catchall for the things they don't want but don't want to purge. Especially in the kitchen, the clutter takes up the majority of the storage space. We were grateful for the basket of sand toys and the games inside for family fun nights! All in all, we'll definitely stay here again. We are HoCo loyalists, if that is a thing. The quality of homes is head and shoulders above the other management companies.
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10/10 Excellent

John S.

Fourth of July 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would give it a 10/10 rating. It was an excellent experience! This rental exceeding all of my expectations. It was incredibly spacious, clean, and cozy. I would most definitely recommend this rental to friends.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Whatcha Dune is AMAZING

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property was perfect for the 10 of us! It was so clean, and the porches were great for morning coffee. The close proximity to Center Square, the beach and pools was a major plus! Whatcha Dune did not disappoint, and property management was top notch! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home for our vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Perfect location and house for my family!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Whatcha Dune cottage was very clean and well appointed with all the essentials of home! The kitchen had every pot, pan, appliance and cooking utensil you could possibly need! In fact, the kitchen was so well stocked with ‘stuff’ that we didn’t have a place to put our groceries! As a family of 9 with 3 littles, we ate most meals in and it was very comfortable. More kitchen towels and paper towels would have been helpful (as well as toilet paper!)The beds were so comfy with nice linens and ceiling fans made the rooms so comfortable. There were games to play, a large assortment of books and plenty of room to spread out indoors as well as on the patios. The location was perfect with easy walkability to the park, pools, beach, shopping and restaurants! The complimentary bikes were an added plus! We loved it here!
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10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

Whatcha Dune exceeded our expectations!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family stayed in this cottage for my daughter’s wedding weekend! It was spacious and beautiful! Being able to walk right out the door and only a few steps to the Chapel was priceless! The porches upstairs and downstairs were amazing for morning coffee and evening happy hours! Location was perfect, we walked everywhere. The kitchen was stocked with anything you could possibly need, and there were lots of books, puzzles and games. The bridesmaids played Jenga while they were waiting for pictures! The Seaside staff was in touch with us to make check in/check out a seamless experience, and were available immediately when we had questions. You will love Whatcha Dune!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Perfect Spring Break Spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at Whatcha Dune. It was centrally located in Seaside, in the middle of everything. A few minute walk to the beach and all the restaurants and shops Seaside has to offer. And we were even able to walk to the chapel for Easter service as it’s right outside the door! The staff was very accommodating when we arrived a few hours early. Would definitely visit again!
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8/10 Good

Alison P.

Whatcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at the rental property. The house was stocked with great books and games as well as some beach items.
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10/10 Excellent

Whatcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Whatcha Dune. The house was very comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen and comfortable sleeping arrangements for all 10 of us. We loved being so close to many amenities with short walks to several pools, playgrounds, and basketball courts. We could be in the heart of Seaside in just a few minutes getting ice cream, coffer, or mojitos. It was the perfect house in the perfect location for all of us. Lastly, the rental company was very responsive to all of our questions and always helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Old Hickory, TN

Watcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything as expected.

8/10 Good

Dori B.

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

Perfect location, large living area, clean and comfortable!

The beds and bedding were very comfortable. I cannot say enough about what a perfect location this is-we didn’t even need the bikes because we were almost attached to the square! The family room and kitchen felt bigger than the pictures so that was a wonderful surprise. The ONLY, minor complaints would be the size of the washing machine. We could only fit 2 beach towels OR 3 shower towels in at a time. There were 8 of us beaching it everyday so I spent every night doing at least 3-4 loads of laundry. Also for the price I really would expect plenty of toilet paper, paper towels and garbage bags for our stay. There was one roll for the shared bathroom with 4 people (2 bedrooms), which was gone after 1.5 days. There was less than a full roll of paper towels. When I texted management they said they typically only provide the introductory basic amenities. They did bring more since I asked but I really would expect for there to be a full supply for our time there. I would stay here again but would just request those small amenities to be present from the start.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean, spacious, conveniently located
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Whatcha Dune (Again)

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second time staying at Whatcha Dune. The house is spacious, has plenty of sleeping space, and I knew it was the perfect fit for our family of 7. It sits a bit farter from the beach than almost any house in Seaside, but it backs up to a quiet wooded area and the outdoor living spaces are great. The added square footage and peaceful setting were the right tradeoff for our crew. The last stay in this particular house was about 6 or so years ago, and not much has changed. There is a ton of the owner's stuff all around the house and there is no storage in the third floor loft area. It seems like this has become a catchall for the things they don't want but don't want to purge. Especially in the kitchen, the clutter takes up the majority of the storage space. We were grateful for the basket of sand toys and the games inside for family fun nights! All in all, we'll definitely stay here again. We are HoCo loyalists, if that is a thing. The quality of homes is head and shoulders above the other management companies.

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

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

Great spot!

Great house, great host. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie M.

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

Spring Break

This house was great for our teenagers and friends. Location is perfect. House has everything you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Great house in a great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house in a great location in Seaside. Our family enjoyed staying here very much. The upstairs loft is great for young children as long as they can navigate stairs with ease. The upstairs screened in balcony was a great place to relax with good weather.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Wonderful home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Whatcha Dune for fall break. The living area is spacious and was perfect for the 10 of us. The kitchen was well stocked, and the location was great. We could easily walk to the beach, pools, and into town. We will definitely consider renting again!
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8/10 Good

Sean N.

Nice and quiet

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful week at Watcha Dune. It’s on the back/quieter side of town but still super close to everything. Only complaint is that with staying a week at the beach with children, washing clothes is a must, and the washer and dryer were the smallest possible.
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K., Atlanta, GA

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location on the back side of Seaside Circle. Quiet but close to all of the activity. House is cute, clean, and well stocked. Management company instructions were seamless from start to finish. Loved our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Family trip at the end of summer break

It was our first visit to Seaside. We loved the neighborhood, beach, and this property was very accommodating for us. We are already looking forward to a future visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good

LINDA S.

Happy times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time. Location was good house was great. Just wish their had been a 1/2 bath in loft. But in all house was good not great but good.
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10/10 Excellent

Shanna O.

Whatcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had A great stay. 4 moms and 5 15/16 YO boys. Location was perfect. The boys would like the same house next year. It was in great shape except for a cabinet door in the kitchen that kept falling off. Clean and well kept. We will definitely be back. Also, we left a pair of AirPods and you guys were able to locate them. :) Great trip.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Saint Louis, MO

Excellent Cottage - Whatcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our whole experience was excellent. First class accommodations and services. The Homeowners Collection is a first rate organization. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Charlie S.

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

Great family venue

Great layout. Great location. Ample parking. It was a perfect place for our first beach vacation with our grandchildren and their parents. I would recommend if you are looking for a great place for a comfortable relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Whatcha Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was great! Our house was well stocked with everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Mother/Daughter 8th Grade Graduation Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay in Seaside and it was only enhanced by our stay in this lovely rental. The house had everything we needed and was close to the center of town, shops and the beach was a short walk away. The home is just as pictured and had everything we needed to vacation. The kitchen was well equipped and we were able to eat several meals as a group at the table that seats 8! It was great to be able to spend time at the beach and take quick walks back (10 minutes or so) for breaks from the heat. I would definitely recommend this home and would definitely stay again.