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Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Apalachicola, FL
  • Place, John Gorrie State Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Apalachicola Chocalate Company
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dixie Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬

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About the area

Apalachicola

With a stay at this cottage in Apalachicola (Historic Downtown Apalachicola), you'll be a 4-minute walk from John Gorrie State Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Apalachicola Chocalate Company. .This cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Dixie Theatre and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Orman House Historic State Park.

What's nearby

  • John Gorrie State Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Apalachicola Chocalate Company - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dixie Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Downtown Books & Purl - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Riverfront Therapy & Spirit of the River Spa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oyster City Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gibson Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Up The Creek Raw Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown!

Welcome to our cozy coastal cottage, perfectly situated just four walkable blocks from the heart of historic downtown Apalachicola's shops and restaurants. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to reconnect with the laid-back charm of Florida’s Forgotten Coast, our home offers a peaceful and thoughtfully appointed space for your stay.

The cottage is well-equipped and welcoming from the moment you arrive. There is ample parking space for two vehicles, or one vehicle and a 36-foot boat trailer. Out back, the shady, fully fenced yard offers both privacy and security, making it a great spot for your pup to roam or for you to unwind after a day out. The side garden, landscaped with native plants, is a quiet, relaxing place to sit with a cup of coffee and watch the birds drift through the trees.

Inside, the meticulously spotless cottage is designed with comfort and convenience in mind. Both bedrooms feature comfy beds (one king and one queen) with bedside charging stations, and the living room includes puzzles, board games, and a selection of books for your downtime. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to cook at home, and there’s a gas grill in the backyard for barbecues under the stars. We supply Culligan spring water, welcome snacks, and starter coffee and tea supplies. Both bathrooms are stocked with full-sized shampoo and conditioner bottles, and you’ll also find extra amenities for your dog, including food bowls, a feeding mat, drying towels and pick-up bags. For beach days, we’ve made it easy—just grab the beach towels, chairs, and umbrella we provide, and you’re ready to go. There are Smart TVs in the living room and both bedrooms, along with high-speed internet.

Our guests often tell us they fall in love with the comfort and care that this home provides. From the moment you step onto the porch to the last night beneath a sky full of stars, we hope you’ll feel not only welcome, but completely at home.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

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 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: $50 pet fee Couch cover + Pet gate by request

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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

Comfy Cottage in Apalachicola; Easy Walk to Downtown! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our hosts,Mary and Jay were the BEST! Easy to reach, very welcoming, gave us great info before arrivalThe cottage is lovely. Warm, cozy, well appointed, great location. They even added an outdoor fire pit after we inquired if the cottage had one. Best ever hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen (Kay) H., Palm Coast, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for walking pretty much anywhere in town. Property was clean and had many amenities: tea, coffee, snacks, bowls for pet food and water. Having a fenced in yard was nice as my friend has a small dog. Communication with the host was very prompt. Ranks one or two of the many VRBO properties I’ve stayed at. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything about our stay here. Great location, very clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance F.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was extremely clean, decorated nicely with many artistic touches, kitchen was well stocked with nice dishes and pans, owner provided many extras including bottled water, Kerig coffee pods, refrigerator creamers, twi bowls of snacks, paper towels, dish soap and more. Bowls and placemat was provided fir our dog along with bath towels, poop bags and even treats. Beds were very comfortable. Shower was walk in. Couldn’t ask for more in a place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mary Katherine is an excellent host and thought of everything we might need during our stay. The house is neat, clean, tastefully appointed and in a great location with quiet neighbors ( old cemetery across the street) We enjoyed walking around town and exploring the cemetery. Plenty of fun places to eat nearby too. We especially appreciated how dog friendly it was and the fenced area out back. Sparkling lights and funky cover plates were cool additions that brightened up our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage is conveniently located in a quiet area. I loved that the hosts left us water, snacks, coffee, etc. Very nice touch! Cottage was very clean, nice towels too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage! Tastefully decorated with local artist items, clean & modern home. The fairy lights in the back were great for a relaxing evening outside. The inside maintained a cooler temp despite the 95F temps outside, beds were comfy and kitchen was stocked with all the items I use at my home to bake and cook. Location is also great: short walk to downtown & local grocery store. I would definately stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neita D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!!!

We absolutely loved this home!!! The personal touches were perfect and everything was just wonderful!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ernest L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Apalachicola

the home was perfect for my needs. It was neat, clean and convenient. The only challenge was VRBO for a same day booking plus the inclusion of a property damage charge I have never experienced before with VRBO. The property owner however went over and beyond to overcome the hurdle VRBO created. Kudos to the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Trip Stay

My best friend and I decided to try the tarpon fishing in the area and needed a place to stay for a couple of nights. I chose this property and could not be happier. The property was a delight, comfortable and plenty roomy for our needs. The hostess was a delight to deal with and we had no issues during our stay. Check in and check out was seamless! I am planning on rebooking when I return to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th weekend

This home was an absolute gem! We loved the convenient location—just a short walk to downtown—which made getting around so easy. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and fully stocked with everything we could possibly need. Communication with the owner, Mary was seamless from start to finish. I wholeheartedly recommend this place! David
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great dog friendly cottage very close to downtown

June 23rd - 27th, 2025. Had a great time in this great little (very clean) cottage. Every thing you need for you and your pups. Shopping, eating, history, all in walking distance. Nice dog friendly dog beaches are a short drive away. Mary Catherine is a great host. Definitely recommend this cozy cottage..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, great location

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage

Our stay at the cottage did not disappoint. The listing was accurate, the cost was very reasonable, and the owners were very attentive to our needs. Its location is convenient to the shops and restaurants downtown, and there are pharmacies and a grocery store within walking distance should you need them. We plan to make this property our home away from home when visiting Apalachicola.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

We Love This Place!

This is our third year staying at Glance at the Past for the Apalachicola home and garden tour. This cottage is charming, well-appointed, comfortable, and perfectly located. We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Appalach vacay

Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Apalachicola

Great little two bedroom/2 bath home- no close neighbors- all amenities- close to grocery store- and downtown beautiful yard out back with lounging chaises. Very comfortable…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Quiet Property

Daphne was a great host, and the property is excellent. The neighborhood is quiet, but it is an easy walk or bike to both downtown Apalachicola, the grocery store, Lafayette Park, and several other points of interest. Both the house and backyard are spacious and well equipped. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

just a visit to the area

We walked everywhere as this location was ideal. Very comfortable property and delightful hostess. Made several purchases at her gallery. We so enjoyed sittingin the yard or on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

This place is just perfect. I'd be back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very quite neighbors

Great location, walk to the Pig or down town.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Oasis

This darling, well renovated cottage was our perfect get away! Close to downtown and in a quiet neighborhood. It was perfect for me, my husband and our dog. Beautiful artwork and a lovely workshop that Daphne shared with me!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica C., Canandaigua - Finger Lakes, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

A Little Slice of Heaven!

We were away for 8 weeks and this was our final destination before heading home. It was also the best destination, adorable cottage and relaxing time! Daphne’s cottage was perfection all around. The artwork, the fenced in back yard, colorful dishes..truly all the comforts of home. Beds super comfy! The location was so close to everything, so many dining options, beautiful galleries and all dog friendly! I hope we can make this a destination vacation in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!!!

The property was wonderful. The location to places of interest, boutique shops, great restaurants, grocery store, gas … everything you might need or want was 2 blocks away. The host was gracious, knowledgeable of the area & very helpful. We will stay here again without hesitation & recommend it to friends…Perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful home away from home

We loved our stay at this VRBO in Apalachicola. It was very comfortable, warm, cozy, and dog friendly. We enjoyed the closeness to town and the privacy of the backyard. The beds and baths were clean and comfortable and the kitchen was stocked with everything necessary to prepare a light lunch or a full dinner.Daphne was super responsive to all questions and made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025