Cottage in Seaside, FL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this cottage rental
HOME HIGHLIGHTS:
▪️ Architecturally stunning and unique!
▪️ Pet friendly 🐶
▪️ 2 Adult sized beach cruisers included
▪️Multi-level rooftop decks with panoramic views! Overlooking the charming Seaside Ruskin Park 'Art District' in one direction, and breathtaking gulf sunsets on the other!
▪️ Access to the Seaside Private Beaches at West Ruskin pavilion
▪️You will have a total of 8 RFID access cards for access to the private beaches in Seaside.
▪️ Spacious outdoor patio with sitting area and grill
▪️ Rooftop Deck with sitting area- recently added crow's nest, and new beautiful flooring
▪️ Fully stocked kitchen
▪️ Sandpiper Linen Program Participant: All linen, bedding and bath, are the highest quality.
ADDITIONAL ADD-ONS:
→ There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside. The cost for this cottage is $84/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation.
→ Pet fee of $150
→ **-Vacation Cancellation Protection→ Allows cancellation for any reason up to 48 hours in advance of stay and guarantees 50% of all monies refunded ($125 fee applies at booking)
Seaside's historic Forsythe House has just completed and extensive interior and exterior renovation (2025), and for the FIRST TIME EVER, now offers full access to its spectacular two-story sky deck! This remarkable property will be available on a limited basis for the rental season.
Designed by renowned architect and Seaside Prize recipient Walter Chatham, the historic Forsythe House integrates both modern and industrial elements, combined with unique artistic touches created by the original owners Bill and Mary Florence Forsythe as well as other local artists. The Forsythe House was the first townhome built in Ruskin Place, 'Artists Colony' – Seaside’s enclave of artists workshops, galleries and residences located immediately north of Seaside Central Square. This beautiful park is the site of frequent musical performances and art festivals, which can be enjoyed from your front porch!
Though the years, the Forsythe House has been featured in a variety of architectural publications and is sure to be a one-of-a-kind vacation for family and friends. Much like the shops of Ruskin Place, Forsythe House offers a little variety for everyone. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from the spacious rooftop terrace boasting one of the best vantage points in Seaside. Choose from the newly completed upper 5th floor Sky Deck with panoramic view of the Gulf from east to west, the lower roof deck with a covered sitting area and sunrise chairs to the east, or the western rooftop deck with a large dining table and chairs overlooking the beautiful gulf sunsets.
Ruskin Park is an outdoor extension of your downstairs living area, while the private outdoor courtyard to the back is a great spot for enjoying lunch and dinner. The chef in the family will enjoy preparing meals in the open two-story kitchen which includes a Garland gas stove, concrete countertops, Breville appliances, sous vide cooker, Big Green Egg BBQ grill, and even a paella pan for those who want to take advantage of the local seafood. After dinner enjoy the musical ambiance provided by the vinyl turntable and house collection of vintage jazz, blues and classic rock LPs. As the day winds down, ascend the open, floating staircases which seem to suspend from the walls to the upper floor bedrooms and roof decks.
Take advantage of this Seaside treasure while it remains available!
ACCOMMONDATIONS: (sleeps 8)
Second Floor:
✦Bedroom 1: King bed, fully remodeled hall bath, private balcony overlooking Ruskin Park, full length privacy glass wall, doors and curtains, Smart TV
Third Floor:
✦Bedroom 2: King bed, Smart TV
✦Bedroom 3: 2 double beds, Smart TV
✦Remodeled shared hall bath
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
✦ Please note that this home may not be suitable for young children due to the floating staircases
✦ 2 adult sized beach cruisers included
✦ Pet Friendly - 1 non-shedding; max 30lb dog allowed with $150 Pet Fee
✦ There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside. This charge is optional with Sandpiper Vacation Rentals. The cost for this cottage is $84/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation. Seaside requires the passes to be purchased for the entirety of your stay when ordered.
✦ Additional fees are required to reserve Pickleball and Tennis courts paid directly to the Seaside amenity Center.
✦ Seaside Chapel with Sunday services, Walkable Town Center from rental home including shopping, restaurants and upscale grocery market.
FREE WIFI
▪️ Architecturally stunning and unique!
▪️ Pet friendly 🐶
▪️ 2 Adult sized beach cruisers included
▪️Multi-level rooftop decks with panoramic views! Overlooking the charming Seaside Ruskin Park 'Art District' in one direction, and breathtaking gulf sunsets on the other!
▪️ Access to the Seaside Private Beaches at West Ruskin pavilion
▪️You will have a total of 8 RFID access cards for access to the private beaches in Seaside.
▪️ Spacious outdoor patio with sitting area and grill
▪️ Rooftop Deck with sitting area- recently added crow's nest, and new beautiful flooring
▪️ Fully stocked kitchen
▪️ Sandpiper Linen Program Participant: All linen, bedding and bath, are the highest quality.
ADDITIONAL ADD-ONS:
→ There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside. The cost for this cottage is $84/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation.
→ Pet fee of $150
→ **-Vacation Cancellation Protection→ Allows cancellation for any reason up to 48 hours in advance of stay and guarantees 50% of all monies refunded ($125 fee applies at booking)
Seaside's historic Forsythe House has just completed and extensive interior and exterior renovation (2025), and for the FIRST TIME EVER, now offers full access to its spectacular two-story sky deck! This remarkable property will be available on a limited basis for the rental season.
Designed by renowned architect and Seaside Prize recipient Walter Chatham, the historic Forsythe House integrates both modern and industrial elements, combined with unique artistic touches created by the original owners Bill and Mary Florence Forsythe as well as other local artists. The Forsythe House was the first townhome built in Ruskin Place, 'Artists Colony' – Seaside’s enclave of artists workshops, galleries and residences located immediately north of Seaside Central Square. This beautiful park is the site of frequent musical performances and art festivals, which can be enjoyed from your front porch!
Though the years, the Forsythe House has been featured in a variety of architectural publications and is sure to be a one-of-a-kind vacation for family and friends. Much like the shops of Ruskin Place, Forsythe House offers a little variety for everyone. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from the spacious rooftop terrace boasting one of the best vantage points in Seaside. Choose from the newly completed upper 5th floor Sky Deck with panoramic view of the Gulf from east to west, the lower roof deck with a covered sitting area and sunrise chairs to the east, or the western rooftop deck with a large dining table and chairs overlooking the beautiful gulf sunsets.
Ruskin Park is an outdoor extension of your downstairs living area, while the private outdoor courtyard to the back is a great spot for enjoying lunch and dinner. The chef in the family will enjoy preparing meals in the open two-story kitchen which includes a Garland gas stove, concrete countertops, Breville appliances, sous vide cooker, Big Green Egg BBQ grill, and even a paella pan for those who want to take advantage of the local seafood. After dinner enjoy the musical ambiance provided by the vinyl turntable and house collection of vintage jazz, blues and classic rock LPs. As the day winds down, ascend the open, floating staircases which seem to suspend from the walls to the upper floor bedrooms and roof decks.
Take advantage of this Seaside treasure while it remains available!
ACCOMMONDATIONS: (sleeps 8)
Second Floor:
✦Bedroom 1: King bed, fully remodeled hall bath, private balcony overlooking Ruskin Park, full length privacy glass wall, doors and curtains, Smart TV
Third Floor:
✦Bedroom 2: King bed, Smart TV
✦Bedroom 3: 2 double beds, Smart TV
✦Remodeled shared hall bath
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
✦ Please note that this home may not be suitable for young children due to the floating staircases
✦ 2 adult sized beach cruisers included
✦ Pet Friendly - 1 non-shedding; max 30lb dog allowed with $150 Pet Fee
✦ There is an additional cost to use the 3 pools and fitness center in Seaside. This charge is optional with Sandpiper Vacation Rentals. The cost for this cottage is $84/day. Please alert us after booking should you wish to add the "Seaside Amenity Passes" to your reservation. Seaside requires the passes to be purchased for the entirety of your stay when ordered.
✦ Additional fees are required to reserve Pickleball and Tennis courts paid directly to the Seaside amenity Center.
✦ Seaside Chapel with Sunday services, Walkable Town Center from rental home including shopping, restaurants and upscale grocery market.
FREE WIFI
Amenities at Seaside "Forsythe House" | 3BR | Sleeps 8 | Pet Friendly| Roof Top Terrace 🐶
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Seaside, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Beautiful design, best rooftop in Seaside, convenient, kitchen for those who love to cook, and great entertaining spaces.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
It is well documented in the information for the house that the house is very vertical and has many open stairs. We had a great time and had no problems - we would love to stay there again. But, I don't think it would be suitable for young children or older adults (primarily because of the stairs). We have a small / medium dog (25lbs). We didn't feel comfortable letting him go up or down the stairs because of gaps - thus we carried him which wasn't a big deal but again this property may not suit everyone. The house has huge positives - the cooking equipment, outdoor spaces (with green egg!) super views, and bathrooms are all great. The best of all was the location. The West Ruskin crossover was also a very nice surprise - with a restroom and a storage room for your gear. I think it is a good house 1-2 couples and 2-4 young adolescent / adolescent kids.
8 / 10Excellent·Mar 2026
You can’t get a better location than this condo! You walk out and you are at the shops at seaside. That made it very easy to grab food and get to the beach. We also brought our two dogs and there’s a big grass area outside the door so it was easy taking them out. I know it says it’s a modern house, it’s very modern. Sometimes you want more comfort after being at the beach, lounge, make some snacks for everyone to gather around, it’s kind of hard to do at this house. The kitchen side is tight and the area by the tv, the couches aren’t really for relaxing. We like to play card games as a family and we had to bring the kitchen chairs over to the tv area in order to play around the coffee table. Again, we saw pictures, it was just a little different how I was picturing it. The roof top deck was amazing. We have four kids and my oldest brought a friend so it was nice to escape up there with my husband for a cup of coffee in the morning or glass of wine at night. It was quiet, even with some college kids next door, we never heard them. You get a great work out with all the stairs :) do not rent if stairs are a problem. The bed was probably the most comfortable bed we have ever slept in and amazing pillows! Overall, we had a great stay and it’s prime location is a major factor why we would again. Easy communication with the management.
5 / 10·May 2014
The Forsythe House was perfect for our bachelorette beach weekend/girl's getaway. Though it sleeps 8, I think it fit 6 comfortably. I wouldn't recommend this house with small children or people with disabilities because of the 3 sets of narrow stairs. The property was clean and well-maintained, but one of our showers was broken when we got there. It was fixed immediately after Sandpiper realized something was wrong. Pictures don't capture all of the unique architecture and artwork throughout the house - it looks even better in person! The rooftop was beautiful - plenty of chairs and space for day or night relaxing. The house was in walking distance to the Seaside circle of shops and restaurants, as well as the beach. Forsythe was a perfect fit for our stay, and I'd highly recommend it.
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(40 Ratings)
"Beautiful design, best rooftop in Seaside, convenient, kitchen for those who love to cook, and great entertaining spaces."
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