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2.5 BA
4 Guests
WELCOME TO LITTLE LODGE IN SEASIDE, FL.- PET FRIENDLYLARGE SCREENED PORCH ON 2ND LEVELCOMPLETELY RENOVATED THROUGHOUTREAR DECKE W/OUTDOOR DININGONLY 6 MINUTE WALK TO SEASIDE PRIVATE BEACH ACCESSQUIET FOREST ST LOCATION W/DEDICATED PARKING FOR 1 VEHICLECOMPLETE W/TWO PORCHES UP & DOWN CUSTOM DECK & BIKE RACK FOR TWO BIKES IN FRONTFULL DEPTH SCREENED SIDE PORCH W/ACCESS TO 2 IDENTICAL BEDROOMSSPACIOUS, SCREENED FRONT PORCH OF COTTAGE W/WASHER & DRYER1ST BEDROOM DOWN, NEWLY RENOVATED QUEEN QUEEN BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE BATH & FLAT SCREEN TVQUEEN ROOM ALTERNATE VIEW W/PRIVATE BATHROOMRENOVATED BATHROOM; MARBLE VANITY, BACKLIT MIRROR, HEATED FLOORGLASS ENCLOSED WALK IN SHOWER W/RAINHEADSECOND QUEEN BEDROOM IN REAR OF HOMEQUEEN ROOM WITH FLATSCREEN AND FULL BATH QUEEN W/VIEW TO PRIVATE RENOVATED BATHROOMALTERNATE VIEW W/CUSTOM BUILT IN STORAGERENOVATED BATHROOM; MARBLE VANITY, BACKLIT MIRROR, HEATED FLOORGLASS ENCLOSED WALK IN SHOWER W/RAINHEADJUST RENOVATED, FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN ON SECOND LEVEL LARGE SINK AT REAR WINDOW W/WOLF OVEN & COOKTOPWOLF OVEN & FOUR BURNER GAS COOKTOPLARGE SUB-ZERO FRIDGE & FREEZER AND ASKO DISHWASHERKITCHEN WITH AMPLE CUSTOM BUILT IN STORAGE ADJACENT HALF BATH OFF LIVING AREAS & KITCHENOPENING LIVING & DINING ADJACENT TO KITCHENDINING AREA EASILY SEATS FOURDINING AREA ALTERNATE VIEW TO LIVING AREAALTERNATE VIEW, NEW 50 INCH FRAME TV!LIVING ALTERNATE VIEW FACING DINING AND KITCHENLIVING WITH TWO SWIVEL CHAIRSLIVING AREA WITH SCREENED PORCH ACCESSLARGE SCREEN PORCH ON SECOND LEVEL BISTRO DINING FOR TWO; PERFECT FOR MORNING COFFEEFRONT BALCONY W/SEATING FOR TWONEW GAS BBQ GRILL ADJACENT TO REAR DECKADIRONDACK SEATING FOR TWO & DECK TO FOOT PATHVERY PRIVATE OUTDOOR DINING & FENCED YARDALTERNATE VIEW OUTDOOR DINING & REAR YARDGUEST WELCOME COOLER SETUP UPON ARRIVALPRIVATE RESIDENTIAL BEACH ACCESS AT EAST RUSKIN PAVILIONWALK TO OVER 40 SHOPS & LOCAL EATS FROM FRONT DOORWALK TO RUSKIN SHOPS3 COMMUNITY POOLS, HEATED IN WINTER5 MINUTE WALK TO SEASIDE AMPHITHEATER W/FREE EVENTSSEASIDE FARMERS MARKETACCESS TO 5 CLAY & 3 PICKLE BALL COURTS (ct. fees apply)LARGEST PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL BEACHES ON 30AENJOY A BEACH SUNSETSEASIDE, FL LARGEST PRIVATE BEACH ON 30A
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552 FOREST STREET

2 QUEENS, SLEEPS 4

Classic Seaside Cottage on Forest Street

From the early 1990s, this Richard Gibbs–designed Charleston-style cottage—known as Little Lodge—has charmed guests with its timeless architecture and tranquil Forest Street location in Seaside, Florida. Thoughtfully designed in the classic “dogtrot” style, the home features a deep, full-length screened breezeway that connects the private bedroom level to the main living spaces above. Fully renovated in February 2023, the cottage blends iconic Seaside design with modern comfort, including a new air-conditioning system, ceiling fans throughout, and updated laundry appliances.

Private Bedroom Suites with Spa-Like Baths

The street-facing entry opens onto a screened porch with direct access to two mirror-image queen bedroom suites on the first floor. Each bedroom features a platform queen bed, custom storage drawers, dimmable indirect uplighting, large shuttered windows, and a smart TV.
Each private ensuite bathroom has been beautifully renovated with a frameless glass walk-in shower, rain showerhead, marble vanity, backlit mirror, and heated floors. An outdoor shower is also available just off the entry-level porch—perfect after a day at the beach.

Renovated Living Spaces with Screened Porches

An easy staircase leads to the second floor, where guests will find the kitchen, dining, and living areas, along with another full-length screened porch and a Juliette balcony overlooking Forest Street Park.
The premium kitchen is equipped with stainless Wolf oven and gas cooktop, a Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, and an Asko dishwasher, along with a new pantry and broom closet for added convenience. Adjacent is a completely new dining area featuring a trestle table with benches and chairs.

The living area, open to the dining space, offers a comfortable new sofa, oversized swivel chairs, and a 50” Frame TV, creating an inviting gathering space. A newly wallpapered powder room is located just off the living and dining areas. The upstairs screened porch is furnished with a dining table and chairs for morning coffee, along with a classic bench topped with upholstered cushions.

Outdoor Living & Prime Seaside Location

The cottage is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of Seaside, FL, with wooded walking and jogging paths just behind the home and the beach, shops, and dining only steps away. A private backyard timber deck completes the outdoor experience, featuring a gas grill, outdoor dining table, and picket fencing—ideal for relaxed evenings at home.

Pet-Friendly Seaside Getaway

Little Lodge proudly welcomes pets. Whether traveling with a small companion or a larger, well-trained dog, four-legged family members are accommodated. Pets must remain leashed while outside within the Seaside community. Nearby village favorites—including the grocery store, post office, and bookstore—offer water bowls and leash tie-downs for visiting pets. A pet cleaning supplement is included in the booking fee.

Included Amenities for a Relaxed Stay

Your stay includes high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV in each bedroom and the living room, two complimentary bicycles, access to Seaside’s swim, fitness, and tennis centers, private beach pavilion access, and an arrival welcome tote with beach bag and wine. One guest parking space is provided directly in front of the cottage.

* Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign the registration. 3-night minimum Spring, Spring Break | 5-night minimum Summer | 3-night minimum Fall | 2-night minimum Winter. No children ages 13 -19 during Spring Break season. 

* Pets are allowed with certain restrictions and provisions. An additional $50 a day rental pet fee will be collected in addition to the flat $125 pet fee for two-bedroom homes.  No pet over 50 lbs.

FEATURES

  • 694 square feet
  • Short walk to beach access
  • Seaside Private Residential Beach at East Ruskin Pavilion – the largest private residential beach on 30A
  • Residential parking permit provided for one vehicle (golf carts prohibited; medical exceptions require a special permit)
  • Peacock Alley Linens – fresh, luxurious Peacock Alley towels and sheets throughout the home
  • Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 clay tennis courts, and 3 pickleball courts (court fees apply), plus a fitness center
  • Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and two complimentary rental bikes for pickup at the Seaside Transit Authority
  • Personalized service throughout your stay with starter amenities provided

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Amenities

Activities

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

General

  • Satellite / Cable
  • Internet
  • Pets Allowed
  • Staff

Comforts of Home

  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Apple TV
  • Media Every Room

Outdoor

  • outdoor shower
  • Parking
  • Balcony
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Porch

Geographic

  • East Side
  • Town View

Availability

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Location

Reviews

Homeowners Collection is the only way to stay!

Reviewed on2025-11-20 by from Signal Mountain, TN US
Updated on 2025-11-20
5
Property condition
5
Location
5
Cleanliness
5
Services from rental manager
5
Wonder cottage. Quiet and convenient to everything. Had a wonderful visit.
Hello and thank you so much for sharing a positive review of Little Lodge Cottage & Homeowners Collection.
We are delighted your stay was wonderful and we hope to welcome you back again.
Take care!

Amazing!

Reviewed on2025-08-02 by from Fairfield, OH United States
Updated on 2025-08-02
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
This was our fourth summer staying at Little Lodge and working with the team from Homeowner's Collection. The house was immaculate when we arrived, the location is perfect, and the entire experience was one that we will not soon forget!
Hi Susan, thank you for your repeat loyalty to Homeowners Collection! We are so happy Little Lodge Cottage served you well for the 4th time.
We do look forward to welcoming you back next summer. Take care..

Great Long Weekend Stay

Reviewed on2025-04-23 by from United States
Updated on 2025-04-23
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
We have stayed before at this place and always love it!
Hello Andrew, we appreciate your loyalty and so happy you enjoy Little Lodge Cottage. Thanks for taking the time to share a positive review for Homeowners Collection. We do hope to always welcome your return to Seaside! Enjoy your summer..

Seaside Stay

Reviewed on2024-11-11 by from Covington, LA United States
Updated on 2024-11-11
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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Little Lodge was just as described and in the best location for us to enjoy all there is to do in Seaside. The property was well taken care of and had lots of amenities. Homeowners Collection provided all information needed and communication was great! Would definitely love to stay here again!
Hope, we are pleased your stay with us did not disappoint. Thank you for taking the time to share a positive review of Little Lodge and Homeowner's Collection. We hope to welcome any future plans you might have to return in the future! Take care..

Amazing!

Reviewed on2024-08-04 by from Fairfield, OH United States
Updated on 2024-08-04
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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This is the third time that we have stayed at Little Lodge and it never disappoints. Recently remodeled, the amenities are top notch. Steps away from a beautiful park setting and an easy walk to the beach and pool, it is the perfect place to relax.
Hi Susan, sounds like you found a perfect spot to come back to, and we hope to welcome you in the future! Thanks for taking the time to share a positive review on Little Lodge and Homeowners Collection team. Take care and enjoy the rest of your summer!

Spring Break Getaway

Reviewed on2023-04-17 by from Houma, LA US
Updated on 2023-04-17
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Services from rental manager
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Cleanliness
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Location
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Property condition
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Excellent location, beautiful cottage with lovely furnishings!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Little Lodge 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!

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