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SANTA ROSA BEACH VACATION RENTALS, FLORIDA |
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Why Vacation in Santa Rosa Beach |
| Gem of the Emerald Coast, Santa Rosa Beach is one of the “Beaches of South Walton, with some of the most beautiful coastline in the state.” Santa Rosa Beach being less populated, and commanding more tranquil setting than Destin’s beaches, complemented by a host of distinct vacation rental properties, offers itself as a perfect getaway for a vacationer seeking a relaxing place. |
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Santa Rosa Beach Vacation Rental Information |
| Nestled along Highway 30-A, in the Panhandle region of northwest Florida between Destin and Panama City, Santa Rosa Beach is one of the area’s oldest communities, which you can explore from the comfortable and relaxing environs of the various types of Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental homes. It is easily possible to find Santa Rosa Beach vacation rentals in modern buildings or in quaint vacation |
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cottages that reflect the old-world charm of Florida. The types of Santa Rosa Beach vacation rentals include Santa Rosa Beach beach front vacation rental condos, comfortable vacation rental townhomes, beach side Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental houses, vacation rental cottages and duplexes in the interiors or close to golf. Santa Rosa Beach vacation rentals are available in 1-bedroom size that sleep 3 to 5 people, 2-bedroom ones that sleep 4 to 8 persons, 3-bedrooms that sleep 6 to 10 vacationers, and 4-bedroom accommodations that sleep anywhere between 6 to 18 visitors.
Amenities at Santa Rosa Beach vacation rentals usually include access to a swimming pool or hot pool. Room facilities include an air conditioner, Internet connection, phones, TVs, VCRs and stereos. Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental properties also feature fully equipped kitchen with barbeque grills also. Luxury services offered by some of the niche Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental properties include golf carts, Playstation video games, private pools, stocked bars, exercise gear and tennis courts. |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Santa Rosa Beach |
| No smoking and no pets seems to be the norm in most of the vacation rentals in Santa Rosa Beach. Minimum age to rent Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental homes, in most cases, is 25 years. Security deposits and sometimes full advance payment, is the norm at most of the Santa Rosa Beach vacation rentals. Remember, rental rates do vary from season to season for that, you must check with the Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental property managers. |
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Must See in Santa Rosa Beach |
Enjoy a relaxing stay away from the hustle bustle of nearby Destin at Santa Rosa Beach, which astounds you with its wealth of Golf courses and nature parks. Santa Rosa Beach is home to Point Washington State Park, a nature lover’s paradise. Topsail Hill State Preserve also offers some of the pristine sights and picturesque views to behold. If you happen to be a water sports enthusiast, the clear waters of
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| the Gulf of Mexico will astound you with the choices available, right here. |
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Sights and Attractions in Santa Rosa Beach |
| Santa Rosa Beach is a great place to relax and view nature. If you need some active pursuits in the lap of nature, then you can visit any of the nature parks and reserves, which abound here and indulge in bird watching, hiking, biking or walking. You can even view some of the endangered species including the likes of red-cockaded woodpecker and the gopher tortoise. Nearby cities of Destin, Seaside and Panama City also offer themselves as some of the fabulous places to explore.
• Topsail Hill State Preserve
• Point Washington State Forest
• Eden State Gardens
• Grayton Beach State Park
• Attractions at Nearby Areas |
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Outdoor Recreation in Santa Rosa Beach |
| Experience the beautiful outdoors and activities with one-of-a-kind Santa Rosa Beach Florida attractions. Be it rocking some tan, watching dolphins frolicking around, fishing, swimming, beach diving, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, body boarding and glass-bottom boat cruising, to hiking, biking, cycling and playing tennis, you'll find more than enough activities to keep you occupied during your stay.
• Beach Activities
• Hiking, Biking and Nature Trails
• Fishing
• Water Sports
• Tennis | |
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Golfing in Santa Rosa Beach |
The Emerald Coast has impeccable weather coupled with lush natural surroundings and championship tees. There are many golf courses in the Santa Rosa Beach area, several of them have been acknowledged as the “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest. The closest golf course is the Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club. Apart from an 18-hole course, the semi-private club also has a practice facility. Other courses in the area include those in Destin, about 14 miles away and in Seminole. |
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Dining and Nightlife in Santa Rosa Beach |
Italian, French, Japanese, Greek, Continental, Caribbean, Mexican and all-American cuisines tempt your taste buds at the various excellent restaurants, in and around Santa Rosa Beach. There are cafés and grills for casual dining, too. A couple of local favorites that have garnished several “best of” awards include Criolla’s and Bud & Alley’s. Criolla’s menu is described as a blend of the Caribbean, Central America, Indonesia and Tahiti. Bud & Alley's, in nearby Seaside, features cuisine that is a blend of Coastal Mediterranean, the Basque, Tuscany, the deep American South, Louisiana and the lowlands of Florida.
For nightlife, there are several bars and nightclubs along the Highway 30-A. Try the 3-Thirty-1, known to locals as the “Blue Bar,” which not only features great food and magnificent sunset views, but also has live music until 2 AM. |
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Shopping in Santa Rosa Beach |
Santa Rosa Beach is known for its upscale shops, art galleries and lifestyle stores. These shops sell gift items, clothes, jewelry, paintings and art objects, perfumes, chocolates, furnishings, and handcrafted items. Gulf Place is where you’ll find many shops. You can also buy scuba diving and other water sport equipment.
Other nearby options include The Market Shops at Sandestin, which has more than 30 specialty stores, like a Victorian bed and bath shop and a year-round Christmas shop. The Village of Baytowne Wharf is a new gathering place with shopping, dining and nightlife. Silver Sands Factory Stores is one of the largest designers, factory outlet centers in the nation. Seaside offers over 50 unique shops and galleries, but for more bargains and factory stores, you can head to Destin. |
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Best Times to Visit Santa Rosa Beach |
Although the area has mild weather all through the year, winter temperatures may dip below 40º F; while the summer temperatures easily reach 90º F. July to September is the time for thunderstorms, with July and August getting the most rain. Spring and late fall has the most pleasant weather.
Late fall and early winter—that is, the months of October and November—is the ideal time to go to Santa Rosa Beach. Spring is a good time, too. Summer gets the most rain, so your sightseeing may be interrupted often. |
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Time Zone for Santa Rosa Beach |
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Getting To and Around Santa Rosa Beach |
The closest airport is Fort Walton Beach Airport, which is approximately 30 minutes from Santa Rosa Beach. You can also fly into Panama City Bay County International Airport, which is about 45 minutes away. Pensacola Airport is also about an hour and 15 minutes away.
Santa Rosa Beach is located right on Highway 30-A. To move in and around Santa Rosa Beach, you can rent a car. There are several car rental agencies to choose from, or you can rent a bicycle for those short trips to the beach.
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