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A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome

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Pool
Property grounds
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

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

A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome

The Lemon Drop - Main House

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This bright and cheerful coastal home offers amenities galore for your next stay near Rosemary Beach! You'll have a large covered porch, a private grilling area on the garden patio, and a well-appointed kitchen with newly updated appliances. Catch big games in the third-floor media room, spend your afternoons soaking in the Florida sunshine at the luxurious community pool, and cozy up by the fireplace on the new couch. This charming home also features a newly renovated (2024) primary bathroom.

This air-conditioned home sits a quarter-mile from the white sand beach and less than half a mile from bike rentals, shops, and local dining favorites. Nature lovers will delight in a visit to Camp Helen State Park two miles southeast, where you'll find gorgeous beach access and great opportunities to hike and fish. For some of the best shopping, dining, and entertainment in the area, venture over to 30 Avenue a mile to the east.

This home shares its property with a carriage house (Casita at Lemon Drop); the two can be rented together as Lemon Drop.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming 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

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 45 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Charming Beachy Home w/ Garden Patio Covered Porch Shared Pool!
Charming Beachy Home Pools/hot House
Charming Beachy Home House
Charming Beachy Home w/ Garden Patio Covered Porch & Shared Pool
Charming Beachy Home w/ Garden Patio Covered Porch Shared Pool!
22814

About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Alys Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Camp Helen State Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Carillon Beach - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Amavida - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome located?

Located in Rosemary Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Seacrest Beach and Powell Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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A boutique retreat with garden patio, covered porch & pup-friendly welcome Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Our family loved it! Great location to pool, beach, restaurants and shops. Met all of our needs and we (along with the teen boys) loved the crows nest up top! We hope to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Stayed here with 7 friends for an engagement celebration. House was nice and looked similar to the pictures. Walking distance to the beach but also had a tram system available, which was nice. Overall no real problems with the house itself. One thing to note is that there is a back house on the property that is rented completely separately which caused initial confusion between the two parties and impacted parking slightly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Perfect place to rest and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10

Everything you need to stay, however some of the beds are a little bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

This house was perfect for the 7 of us. 3 adults and 4 kids ranging from 8-15 yrs old. The house was clean. Just need to update the other 2 bathrooms. The location of A4 for the tram stop was the best since it was always the first stop. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10

Unfortunately, the listing misstated that there was a hot tub on property. After walking around the pool area with my husband and 2 small children for 30 minutes, asking multiple individuals about the hot tub, we found out that there was not one. The house could use some updating and TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

4/10

Looks a lot better in pictures, then real life. Say hello to the roaches, and the property manager that says the bugs are natives.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
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4/10

We loved the area. However, the home was not properly maintained or cleaned prior to our visit. We had to report several issue with dirty sheets left on the bed to the air conditioner leaking. After going to the Dr to find out what caused bumps all over my arms, etc I was told it was bed bugs. I have never experienced anything like that in my life. I will say the people that over see the home have been helpful to work with through this issue and send someone out to verify and take care of the bed bugs. All I can say is this has caused me to be very hesitant on traveling for awhile.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Arrived at the Lemon Drop to a clean lovely home, looked freshly painted and renovated, no issues checking in or contacting rental company. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10

We did not like the fact that we were dealing with Vacasa and not a person. Getting information about the property and trying to get answers took too long with the agency vs dealing with an owner. We wouldn't do it again here just based on that. The house location was great. If you're driving in and bringing your own stuff you'll have what you need, but for those like us who flew in, there are no beach supplies. You wont have any chairs, towels, or toys for the kids. Might look to go to Dollar tree and then trash it when done. But might also look into another property that has them. The house is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10

Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10

Great house! Clean, comfortable , killer location !! Best AC ever! We'll be back💖
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Decided to take my kiddos for a last minute trip to the beach during fall break!! The community is amazing allows for kids to ride their bikes and spend time with each other and has all the amenities that you would want or need. The house.. the lemon drop was amazing! The pictures don't do it justice it's fantastic location and perfect home was a great spot for us to go and unwind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10

The house was on a nice location. Very close to the pool and just a few minutes away from the beach. It’s also nearby shops and restaurants. My family really enjoyed the place.
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8/10

The house was just like the picture but actually more because there was a screened porch on the second floor accessible from both second floor rooms. The backyard was amazing with a grill and plenty of seating. The third floor also had an outside balcony which you could see the stars up close. The only drawback was the microwave because it was very small and took forever to heat food. I would still recommend this location and company for your trip to Florida.
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10/10

The house was large and the rooms laid out well. The location was perfect proximity to the beach, pool and the Peddler’s village. The only thing confusing is the parking since the casita is booked separately. Not sure which property gets what parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10

I loved how big it was and that it was near to beach and pool and that there were store nearby, calm neighborhood too. The pools were also really big! We are definitely going back there soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

My daughter and her friends and I really enjoyed the the Lemon drop! The location is great to the pool, beach and front for music and walking. We loved our trip and will def. Be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10

Great location, clean and eclectic home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lovely home and a great spot to get the woman if the family together.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10

This home was perfect for our three day getaway… Three active women that walked most everywhere, cooked, swam and relaxed in your beautiful space. We hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10

Great house in an awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
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8/10

Easy check-in and nice set-up for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
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8/10

The house was clean & is located in a great area which is accessible to everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019