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53 West Ruskin Street

2 KINGS, 1 QUEEN

Step into This Side of Paradise, a beautiful blue-hued cottage that invites you to experience a fun-filled escape in the charming town of Seaside, Florida. Just a few houses away from the iconic West Ruskin Pavilion, this one-of-a-kind cottage captivates from floor to tower, offering a perfect blend of comfort, style, and coastal charm.

As you arrive, you’ll find a spacious driveway that easily accommodates two vehicles. Stepping onto the inviting front porch, you’ll be greeted by cozy armchairs, a classic porch swing, and a delightful “fun-sized” porch swing—perfect for little ones to enjoy while soaking up the sunshine. The porch is the ideal spot to unwind with a morning coffee or to relax before starting your day of Seaside adventures.

Through the front doors, the cottage reveals a bright and airy interior with a stunning staircase and an open living space designed for relaxation and togetherness. The living room features a plush sofa, three comfortable armchairs, and a large flat-screen TV—perfect for winding down with your favorite movie or gathering for game night. The adjacent dining area comfortably seats six and is ideal for sharing meals prepared in the updated, open kitchen. Outfitted with stainless steel appliances, the kitchen also offers thoughtful amenities such as a Nespresso cube, panini press, and ice cream maker—everything you need to delight your family and friends with homemade treats.

The ground floor hosts two beautifully appointed bedrooms: a king bedroom with direct access to the rear porch and a queen bedroom, also with porch access and its own flat-screen TV. These bedrooms share a bright, elegantly designed full bathroom with crisp white finishes.

Upstairs, you’ll discover a spacious king bedroom that feels like a private retreat. It features a cozy lounge area, a flat-screen TV, and an en-suite bathroom complete with a bathtub—perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach. One of the room’s highlights is the private porch, where a built-in hammock awaits. Imagine cozying up with a book or enjoying a sunset glass of wine in this tranquil space.

For a truly unique experience, head up to the third level, where the open tower offers breathtaking panoramic views. Gather around the bar seating for four to savor the scenery, or step out onto the adjacent deck, where you can fire up the Big Green Egg for a home-grilled feast. There’s plenty of outdoor seating to dine al fresco with family and friends while soaking in the coastal breeze.

Additional thoughtful touches include an outdoor shower to rinse off sandy feet after beach days and a full-sized washer and dryer for your convenience. Every detail of This Side of Paradise is designed to make your Seaside getaway memorable and effortlessly enjoyable.

* 5 night minimum Spring, Spring Break & Summer; 3 night minimum Fall; 2 night minimum Winter. Must be 25 years old to rent and sign the regisration.

FEATURES

  • Features 1,904 square feet
  • 1-minute, 276-foot walk to beach access
  • Seaside Private Residential Beach at West Ruskin Pavilion, the largest private beach on 30A
  • Tower w/stunning gulf & sunset views
  • Outdoor shower
  • Outdoor Big Green Egg Grill
  • Full-size washer and dryer
  • Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay & 3 pickleball courts (court fees apply), and a fitness center
  • Personalized service throughout your stay and starter amenities provided
  • Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 comp rental bikes for pickup at the Seaside Transit Authority
  • 2 parking passes for two-bedroom and larger homes are issued. A golf cart is considered a car.  Golf carts for non-homeowners visiting Seaside are prohibited. Special circumstances and medical needs requests require a golf cart permit.   
  • No pets

STR23-002376

Amenities

Activities

  • Church
  • live theater
  • restaurants
  • fitness center
  • Bicycles
  • Communal Pool
  • Heated Pool
  • basketball court
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • golf
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • Massage
  • Paddle Boarding
  • Shuffleboard
  • Shopping

General

  • Internet
  • Staff

Comforts of Home

  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Porch
  • Tower
  • Hammock

Beds and Baths

  • king bed

Geographic

  • Water View
  • West Side

Availability

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Reviews

Beautiful home

Reviewed on2025-04-06 by from Canton, GA United States
Updated on 2025-04-06
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Perfect location, very comfortable beds, awesome shower, and we loved all the special, thoughtful touches that made our stay so much more enjoyable.
Hi Jill, Thank you for taking the time to share, especially in detail, a positive review! We are delighted The Side of Paradise Cottage & Homeowners Collection did not disappoint and pleased your Emerald Coast vacation with us was enjoyed. We do hope to welcome your return..Take care!

Awesome Property/Best Location

Reviewed on2024-08-16 by from Argyle, TX US
Updated on 2024-08-16
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This property worked out great for us and our group. I just don't think you can beat the location if you're wanting to be close to the beach and Seaside Village.
Clay, thank you for the "awesome" review of This Side of Paradise and Homeowner's Collection. We are very pleased all of you enjoyed your stay with us and do hope to welcome any future plans to return to Seaside!

This Side of Paradise

Reviewed on2024-05-30 by from Ocala, FL Unknown
Updated on 2024-05-30
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Relaxing, great location to town and beach !!
Paul, thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of This Side of Paradise and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!

This Side Of Paradise

Reviewed on2023-08-15 by from Waterproof, LA United States
Updated on 2023-08-15
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
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Beautiful place! Convenient and comfortable. Spectacular!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of This Side of Paradise and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!

July 2023

Reviewed on2023-07-10 by from Hoover, AL United States
Updated on 2023-07-10
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
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Wonderful house in the perfect Seaside location.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of This SIde Of Paradise and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!

Seaside Vacation Experience

Reviewed on2023-06-19 by from Louisville, KY United States
Updated on 2023-06-19
5
Services from rental manager
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Cleanliness
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Location
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Property condition
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I went to Seaside with myself and my 2 teenagers (18 and 16 years of age). We didnt want a place with hundreds of large condos and thousands of people on the beach. Pros- The condo location was perfect. Close to the town square and an easy walk to the beach- the bike rentals were amazing. I want expecting to enjoy it so much. It we wont for daily bike rides and mostly rode back in Watercolor where there are trails and other areas to explore- The Beach! The beach is wonderful and so relaxing. Its expensive to rent the chairs but the Cabana Man people were really good to work with and we loved knowing our chairs were setup for whenever we went down there- The House. We really enjoyed the house and space it gave us compared to a condo or hotel. We ate all our meals out but were able to keep snacks and drinks there for the evenings. The layout was very nice and we had plenty of room. Everything was very clean. We had a minor issue with the dryer but it was fixed the same day and the communication from the Homeowners Collection was superb. You will always run into issues at places but I judge more on the responsiveness so A+ here!-Seaside itself. If youve not been, its a great experience and fantastic pace to live at for the week. We ended up trying most of the restaurants and our faves were Pickles and Bud and Alleys Taco Bar. We arent super fancy sit down eaters so these were just our speed. You also need to try the cinnamon rolls at Black Bear and the coffee at Amavida was my morning starter each day. Cons; If I had to list off any cons, it would be the following. I only mention more so for awareness- Teenagers taking over the town. I have two teens and the first thing they noticed on the first night is how the evenings seem to be dominated by somewhat rude groups of teens who dont pay attention to anybody else- I feel like the first floor bedrooms c
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of This Side of Paradise and the Homeowner’s Collection team. We always appreciate feedback and will absolutely pass yours on to our owners and operations team. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Seaside!

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