Experience the perfect blend of charm and convenience at Rosemary Retreat, a beautifully appointed studio condo located in the heart of Seacrest Beach. Nestled between the iconic towns of Rosemary Beach and Alys Beach, this unit offers a relaxing escape with easy access to pristine white sand beaches, boutique shopping, and fine dining along scenic 30A. Whether you're here for a romantic getaway or a small family vacation, Rosemary Retreat is the ideal home base for your coastal adventure.
Primary renter must be at least 18 years of age. Guests may be asked to present their IDs upon arrival or anytime during their stay. Do not rent this unit for another party. The primary renter must be staying in the unit.
About the Vacation Rental Unit:
Rosemary Retreat is designed to offer everything you need for a comfortable stay. The studio layout features a cozy queen-sized bed and a queen sleeper sofa, comfortably accommodating up to four guests. The kitchenette is equipped with a small refrigerator, microwave, and hot plate—perfect for preparing light meals and snacks during your stay. The full bathroom provides all the essentials, ensuring your comfort.
This studio, 1-bathroom vacation rental features:
Common Area Sleeping Arrangements: Queen bed and queen sleeper sofa
Kitchenette with small refrigerator, microwave, and hot plate for light meals.
Full bathroom with essential items.
Flat-screen TV for indoor entertainment.
Maximum Guest Occupancy: 4 Guests (Please note that children under the age of two years still count toward the maximum guest occupancy.)
Relax in the shared outdoor spaces, including a heated pool and one of the area's largest shallow-entry children's pools. During peak season, a complimentary tram service offers convenient rides to the beach or take a leisurely five-minute stroll to enjoy the turquoise waters and sugar-white sands.
Parking:
At the Village of South Walton there are no parking passes needed at this property. Guests may park anywhere in the parking lot that is nearby the building where your vacation rental is located. While there are over 200 public parking spaces, they are first-come, first-served.
The best way to reach the vacation rental from Destin and Panama City Beach is Via Hwy 98. From Hwy 98, take County Road 30A (RIGHT, if you're coming from Destin; LEFT, if you're coming from Panama City Beach). Travel on County Road 30A for just over a ½-mile. Look for shops on the right (Seacrest Sundries, Premier Property Group). Then turn right onto The Village Lane. This area is called "Peddler's Pavilion." Follow this road around till you see these shops: The Lens Bar, Pizza By The Sea, The Sweet Peddler. Turn right (when doing so, you should see La Cocina Mexican Grill and Bar on your left).
At the stop sign, Building D is on your right and Building C is on your left, turn left. Building B is the 2nd building on the left, just past the pools. You can park anywhere in the parking lot.
About the Community/Property:
Location, relaxation, and good times sum up this fabulous community, located in the heart of Florida’s scenic highway 30A corridor in Seacrest Beach. Snuggled between Rosemary Beach and Aly's Beach, within steps of local eateries, as well as the pristine beaches of the Emerald Coast, this property is sure to provide you with that re-energizing vacation you’ve been waiting for!
Nestled between glamorous Alys Beach (a few blocks west) and The Village of Rosemary Beach (a block east), the Villages of South Walton at Seacrest Beach offer the very best of all. Walk to the quaint shops located nearby, the wine and craft bars that dot the area, or just head to the beach, and get your toes into the powdered-sugar white sands and azure colored water of the best beaches on the Emerald Coast!
30A is a scenic stretch of highway down Florida’s beautiful gulf coast between Destin and Panama City Beach. The highway connects the coastal villages of South Walton through the undisturbed beauty of rare dune lakes, sugar white sand, and emerald-blue waters indigenous to the area. Each village has its own unique characteristics that paint a fairy tale like scene against some of the country’s most beautiful beaches. Come live the 30A life and experience the beach the way it was meant to be, where Southern Charm meets Bohemian lifestyle and unforgettable vacation memories are created.
Nearby restaurants to Village of South Walton include Lola's Coastal Italian, Ticheli's Pizza, Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery, Amavida Coffee and Tea, Beach and Brew on 30A, Wet Your Whistle Coffee and Smoothie Spot, The Daughter's Kitchen, Pizza by the Sea, Pescado Seafood Grill and Rooftop Bar, Summer Kitchen Cafe, The Sugar Shack and More!
The Village resort area with two pools, hot tub, fountain and grilling/dining sections located by Building H is for the exclusive use of guests and owners residing at The Village. Wristbands must be worn by guests over the age of 9 to gain access to this area.
The Villages of South Walton offers guests conveniently located community pools (one seasonally heated). The pool area opens at 9am and closes at 10pm; the occupancy for the hot tub is eleven. As there are no lifeguards at the pool, children must be monitored by an adult. Children under the age of 5 must wear swim diapers when at the pool. Please do not make exceptions, as accidents introducing fecal matter into the pool require a special disinfection process, which will result in the pool shutting down for up to 24 hours.
Amenity Wristbands: In the condo’s kitchen(ette), you will find "The Village" wristbands for your use. The following areas require wristbands be worn by all guests (10 years of age and older): the private beach access through Sunset Beach, The Village tram, and the new resort pool at The Village across from Building G. Prior to departure please return all wristbands to their proper place (guests will be charged a fee of $30 for each missing wristband).
Beach Tram Info: A complimentary beach tram is available to all guests of The Village of South Walton from March 1st– October 31st from 9am to 5:30pm CST (with no Tram service from noon-1; in addition, the Tram does not run in inclement weather). Guests must call to schedule Tram pickup, otherwise no tram service will be provided. Tram departs from The Village pool area near Building H. All guests 10 years of age and older must wear wristbands to access the Tram. No wagons, no glass, no canopies, or pets allowed on the Tram.
Beach Access Info: Private beach access for guests residing at The Village is through the Sunset Beach community. This private access point is monitored; guests older than the age of 9 will be required to wear a wristband to gain entry.
Walking Directions (5 to 10-minute walk): From Peddler's Pavilion (shopping area in front of The Village) turn right onto 30A. You'll pass High Pointe Resort House on your left. The beach access is shortly thereafter on the left (north) side of 30A (directly across from the Seacrest Beach entrance).
You will see the prominent lifeguard chair, which is the entrance to Seacrest. At that chair, take a left and locate the guard house. Show your wristbands to the guard and you will be permitted to walk straight to the beach. If there is no guard upon your arrival, walk down the middle path, in between the gates, to gain access to the beach.
PLEASE NOTE: Wheeled coolers, wagons, golf carts, bikes, skateboards and roller blades are not allowed through this beach access. Some large items may be permitted; however, per noise restrictions, they must be hand-carried down the pedestrian pathway leading to the shore through Sunset Beach. Strollers are permitted through the beach access as long as they are used to transport children and not beach gear. Beach tents are not permitted on any private beach access along 30A.
Other details to note:
Please abide by the policy posted onsite and provided here. NO smoking within 25 feet of any of the Village of South Walton buildings. There is a dedicated smoking area that is located in the center section between Buildings E/F and H. Security will be helping to enforce this rule.
Weber propane grills for guest use are located within the pool area. When using a grill, do not leave it unattended.
Upon booking, you’ll receive timely communications about your trip. Access to your professionally cleaned and sanitized home is also convenient with our custom keyless locks. And, if you need anything before, during or after your stay, our local team is ready to help!
Please be aware that there will be NO refunds for Wi-Fi issues as it’s not guaranteed. If reliable Wi-Fi is a must, you are welcome to bring your own internet hotspot.
Non-negotiable rules: No Smoking or Vaping, No Pets, No Events or Parties, No Firearms. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am (unless posted signage indicates otherwise).
