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WELCOME TO MOONLIGHT HUG IN SEASIDE, FLORIDA!LARGER GUEST COTTAGE, OPEN LIVING SPACEUPDATED KING ROOM W BALCONY ACCESS AND ENSUITE BATHFULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN WITH BARTOP SEATING352 YARDS OR 3 MIN WALK TO PRIVATE SEASIDE BEACHESFRONT EXTERIOR OF COTTAGE AND PRIVATE PARKING SPOTLIVING W SLEEPER SOFA AND SEATING FOR ALL LIVING ON FIRST LEVEL WITH FLATSCREEN, NEXT TO KITCHENVIEW OF GENEROUS LIVING SPACE FROM KITCHEN FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN W/ BAR TOP SEATING FOR TWO KITCHEN W/ GRANITE COUNTERS & PLENTY OF STORAGEFULL KITCHEN, DISHWASHER, MICROWAVE, 4 BURNER ELECTRIC STOVE REAR SCREENED IN PORCH W/ADIRONDACK SEATINGFIRST FLOOR REAR PORCH ALTERNATE VIEWLARGE KING ROOM ON SECOND STORY WITH FLATSCREEN TVKING ROOM W/ENSUITE FULL BATH, CLOSET, & STORAGEFULL BATH WITH SINGLE VANITY & TUB SHOWER COMBOPRIVATE PORCH OFF KING W/ADIRONDACK SEATING FOR TWOPRIVATE BALCONY ALTERNATE VIEWREAR PORCH EXTERIOR EXIT TO SANDY FOOT PATHSTACKABLE WASHER & DRYER DOWNPRIVATE SEASIDE RESIDENTIAL BEACH ACCESS AT EAST RUSKINEAST RUSKIN BEACH ACCESS STEPS TO PRIVATE SEASIDE BEACHES352 YARDS OR A 3 MINUTE WALK TO SEASIDE AMPHITHEATERSEASIDE FARMERS MARKET EVERY SATURDAYSEASONAL OUTDOOR MOVIES & ENTERTAINMENT IN AMPHITHEATER3 MINUTE WALK TO PICKLES & SEVERAL OTHER RESTAURANT OPTIONSWALK TO OVER 40 SHOPS & RESTAURANTS STEPS FROM DOOR3 MINUTE WALK TO GOURMET GROCERY MODICA MARKET IN TOWNPERFECT GUEST COTTAGE FOR WEDDINGS, 4 MIN WALK TO CHAPELCHARMING SEASIDE POST OFFICE IN PEDESTRIAN CENTERLARGEST PRIVATE BEACH ON 30AACCESS TO THREE SEASIDE COMMUNITY POOLS, HEATED IN WINTERSEASIDE WEST END FAMILY POOL, HEATED IN WINTER5 CLAY TENNIS COURTS, (CT FEES APPLY)WALK TO RUSKIN SHOPSNIGELS FANCY BANANAS IN RUSKIN SHOPSINCREDIBLE PRIVATE SEASIDE BEACHES, LARGEST ON 30ALARGEST STRETCH OF PRIVATE BEACHES ON 30AENJOY A SEASIDE, FL BEACH SUNSETSUNDOG BOOKS AND CENTRAL SQUARE RECORDSSEASIDE TRANSIT BIKE RENTAL IN POP UP DISTRICTENJOY A PLAY AT THE REPAIRSTREAM ROW IN TOWN W SEVERAL FOOD TRUCK OPTIONSKRIER PLAZA NEXT TO BUD AND ALLEYSSANDBAR BEACH SIDE BARMANY DESSERT OPTIONS IN TOWNVIEW OF DOWNTOWN SEASIDE, FLGUEST COOLER BAG SET UP UPON ARRIVALBASKETBALL COURT AND OTHER AMENITIES WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE
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159 E. RUSKIN STREET

1 KING, 1 QUEEN SLEEPER SOFA (sleeps 4) 

PET FRIENDLY UP TO 25 LBS.

Moonlight Hug has a prime Seaside, Florida location only 352 yards to the beach, only a 2-minute walk to downtown Seaside, and a 1-minute walk to Ruskin Park. You are steps to the park and just steps to Seaside Avenue. This is the perfect Seaside, Florida vacation escape for a couple's romantic getaway or a perfect home for a young family vacation. And you can bring Fido, it's pet-friendly too!  Arrive and park your car in your private off-street driveway and walk to over 35 shops and restaurants just steps from your front door! 

Step inside and there is an open combined floor plan. The kitchen is updated and has an adjacent breakfast bar seating that accommodates two. There is an adjacent bistro seating dining table for two more. The kitchen is a full-service kitchen with a full-size fridge (with water dispenser), a five burner electrical stove top, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, and coffee pot. You have all the kitchen necessities for breakfast at home to cook an evening family meal after a long day at the beach.  The adjacent living room has a queen sleeper sofa and a large flat-screen TV. Off the living room is a rear screened-in porch with Adirondack seating for two.

A staircase leads to the second floor which is home to the king primary suite with an ensuite bath and a private screened balcony. The king bedroom has a closet and its own flat-screen TV as well. The bathroom features a single vanity and a tub/shower combination. The screened-in balcony has Adirondack seating for two and is a perfect escape for an afternoon book or an evening cocktail. 

This getaway cottage is perfect for romantic times away from the bustle of life or the perfect setup for a young family beach vacation within a 2 to 4-minute walk to all things Seaside, Florida! Other pluses are a stackable washer & dryer in the laundry closet.  Need more space, check out the guest cottage Beachside Kiss. 

* 3 night minimum Spring, Spring Break, Summer, and 2 night minimum Fall &  Winter. Must be 25 years of age to rent and sign registration.

* Pets are allowed with certain restrictions and provisions. An additional $50 a day rental pet fee will be collected in addition to the flat $100 pet fee. Pets will not be allowed on furniture. No pet over 25 lbs.

FEATURES

  •  Features 820 square feet
  •  Seaside Private Residential Beach at Seaside Pavilion
  • 3-minute walk, 352 yards to beach access; the largest private beach on 30A
  •  Washer and Dryer
  •  Private driveway
  •  Peacock Alley Linens - Fresh and luxurious Peacock Alley towels and sheets throughout the home
  •  Access to 3 swimming pools, 5 Clay tennis courts & 3 Pickleball courts (court fees apply), and a fitness center
  •  Welcome tote with 2 beach towels, a complimentary bottle of wine, and 2 complimentary rental bikes for pickup at the Seaside Transit Authority
  •  Personalized service throughout your stay and starter amenities provided
  • Only 1 parking pass per one-bedroom cottage.  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.   
  • Pet friendly up to 25 lbs.

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Amenities

Activities

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

General

  • Satellite / Cable
  • Internet
  • Pets Allowed
  • Staff

Comforts of Home

  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Media Every Room

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Deck / Patio

Beds and Baths

  • combination tub/shower
  • king bed
  • sleep sofa /futon

Geographic

  • East Side

Availability

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Reviews

Moonlight Hug

Reviewed on2025-07-19 by from St. Louis, MO United States
Updated on 2025-07-19
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Very good. Cottage was clean, nicely furnished (bed a little soft for us - might be time foe a new mattress), and close fo everything.
Hi Barbara, We are happy Moonlight Hug Cottage was enjoyable for you. Thank you for the positive review!
We will certainly hope to welcome you again whenever the Emerald Coast is calling you to return,, Take care..

Very nice place to stay!

Reviewed on2025-04-04 by from Plano, TX United States
Updated on 2025-04-04
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Homeowner's Collection was very responsive to us. They responded to each request very quickly. Our dog was injured and they recommended vet. We had to cut our vacation short, but would definitely go back and stay here.
Hi Donna! Thank you for taking the time to share a positive review of Moonlight Hug Cottage & Homeowners Collection. We are delighted you enjoyed everything Seaside has to offer & our beautiful Emerald Coast. So sorry your dog was injured. We hope things have gone ok with recovery.
We hope to welcome you back the next time. Take care.

Return to Moonlight Hug

Reviewed on2024-10-24 by from Birmingham , AL United States
Updated on 2024-10-24
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Another visit to one of our favorite places in Seaside. Moonlight Hug is a perfect vacation destination.
Hi Candy! We are delighted to hear you found a perfect cottage location and enjoyed Moonlight Hug! Thank you for taking the time to share a positive review on your experience with Homeowner's Collection. We do always hope to welcome your future returns to Seaside! Take care..

October Beach Vacation

Reviewed on2024-10-19 by from Austin, TX United States
Updated on 2024-10-19
5
Services from rental manager
5
Cleanliness
5
Location
5
Property condition
5
Great experience that exceeded expectations. This was our first time in a short term rental. House was perfect for two people. Fully equipped with everything necessary for the stay and was spotlessly clean. Great location a couple of blocks from the beach and the town center with shops, restaurants and bars. Really enjoyed Seaside.
Hi Don, Thank you for taking the time to share a positive review of Moonlight Hug and Homeowner's Collection. We are delighted your experience exceeded expectations and we do hope to welcome any plans you might make to return in the future! Take care..

Had a great time!

Reviewed on2024-09-26 by from Roswell, GA, GA United States
Updated on 2024-09-26
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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We had a great time vacationing at Moonlight Hug. Everything was clean, the furniture was comfortable, and the location was convenient to town and the beach. We would be happy to stay again!
Hi !Best news that you would be happy to stay again and we do welcome you back! Thanks for the positive review of Moonlight Hug & Homeowner's Collection services. Take care!

February Getaway

Reviewed on2022-02-28 by from Birmingham , AL United States
Updated on 2022-02-28
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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Excellent as always
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this positive review of Moonlight Hug and the Homeowner's Collection team! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you on your next visit to Seaside!

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