Golfing on site, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
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)
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 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
About the neighborhood
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
What's nearby
Santa Rosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Blue Mountain Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
30A Bike Trail - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Grayton Beach State Park - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
Seaside Beach - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Retro Rosa on 30A - Gulf Place Cabanas #305 - Ocean Views & 3 Min Walk to Beach located?
Located in Gulf Place, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Beach and South Walton Beaches. CHROMA Kathleen Broaderick Studio & Gallery and Justin Gaffrey Gallery are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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