You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown.
A front porch with a view of Apalachicola’s historic Chestnut Cemetery welcomes you to a completely renovated cottage with the comforts of home including a modern kitchen, vaulted ceilings, nickel-gap and original hard pine flooring. Outside the up cycled garden gate and fence welcomes you to the meandering paths that leads to an artist studio which can be visited upon request. The garden is embellished with sculptures along with a variety species of plants. Potted herbs when in season are available for you to enjoy. Relax on the bench and smell the flowers and watch the birds taking turns in the birdbath while taking in the textures and colors of the garden designed by a local renowned landscape designer. Located a scenic 15 minutes drive to the pristine beaches of Cape San Blas and St George Island which was ranked the number ONE beach in America 2023 by Dr. Beach. Works of local artists embellish the space of this beautiful home making it a place of joy to be shared with loved ones. A gas grill is ready for use off the back steps. A doggie gate is available for your convenience.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this cottage's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from John Gorrie State Museum. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Just a 4-minute walk from John Gorrie State Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Apalachicola Chocalate Company
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Apalachicola cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Daphne Evanoff
Languages
English
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
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
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
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Pet-friendly comfy cottage with a glance at the past. Easy walk to downtown. Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
peter p.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very quite neighbors
Great location, walk to the Pig or down town.
peter p.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth B.
14 Mar 2025
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!
Elizabeth B.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monica C., Canandaigua - Finger Lakes, NY
11 Mar 2025
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!
Monica C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
John C.
16 Feb 2025
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!!!
John C.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl D.
4 Feb 2025
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!!
Cheryl D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sage P.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Homey, and perfect place.
We enjoyed our stay at this adorable small cottage. Daphne was very accommodating and so sweet! It’s the perfect place to stay for any occasion or any time of year. The back yard was extremely convenient for our fur babies!! Not to mention, the house was extremely clean, and stocked with everything you could need!! Will definitely be back.
Sage P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
cristall l., oriental, nc
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful stay
The cottage is very well designed, very comfortable. We walked to town, did not need the car. The piggly wiggly and CVS are very close. The garden is enclosed so my dog could not get out.Dapne is very nice and helpful. Our stay was wonderful.
cristall l.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel L.
16 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Glance at the Past Cottage Review
Super comfy & clean cottage. Recent first-class renovation. Short 10-minute walk to downtown Apalachicola. Small fenced back yard for the pup. Even better than the description on VRBO.
Joel L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darrell T.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful cottage
This cottage was extremely clean, comfortable and well furnished. I cannot think of anything we could have needed that was not provided. We felt at home the minute we walked through the door and look forward to staying there on our next visit to Apalachicola.
Darrell T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen W.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Artsy Cottage
Absolutely loved our stay at this little gem. Perfect location, quiet, clean and wonderfully stocked and organized. Will definitely be back!
Kristen W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan H.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Wonderful place to stay! Charming, clean and convenient to town. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back…would highly recommend staying here!
Megan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
J S.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tastefully Decorated and Lovely Cottage
Spent a week in this lovely, light, pleasant cottage. Well appointed, original art throughout. Surprisingly quiet location. About the best example I’ve seen of a renovation blending comfort and character. Daphne was kindness itself. Planning on staying there again, Lord willing.
J S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L.
21 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip
Fun
Jennifer L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We stayed in the cottage for a long weekend with our two adult sons. The cottage itself easily slept the four of us, there was free coffee and snacks, it was very clean, decorated tastefully, and had everything we could have asked for, including beach towels, olive oil, and a grill.(we got steaks from the nearby Piggly Wiggly).
The location was within walking distance of everything we wanted to see and do in Apalachicola, so we never had to drive anywhere. We had coffee on the porch, took a nap on the lounger in the garden, took walks around the neighborhood... it was perfect.
Scott K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul G.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Apalachicola
Excellent
Paul G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christie T.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Love Apalachicola
We had a great time during our stay. Loved the garden and art work. Quiet comfy stay, walking distance to food and historic area. Thank you
Christie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda S.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, and charming. A great place to stay.
We enjoyed our time spent in Apalachicola.
Brenda S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding a& vacation weekend
Such an adorable cottage and perfect stay- Daphne was a thoughtful host & provided everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. I hope to come back to Apalachicola & when I do, I would like to stay at this gem again. Thank you!
Amy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy and Dale B.
3 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Easter in Appalachiacola
Fantastic! Cottage is one of The Best VRBO stays we’ve ever visited . Quiet location.
Very clean. Well designed. Furnishings very comfortable . Host, Daphne, thought of everything!
We love this area of Florida. We will return to see Daphne and her lovely cottage.
Cathy and Dale B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lana W., Rockford, IL
17 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We absolutely love this place. It has all the amenities you need and more. The Host - Daphne is very accommodating and a talented artist. We will definitely stay here again.
Lana W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurie Y.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Private, Perfect, Cozy Cottage
Very beautifully furnished and well maintained. Hostess was extremely helpful and accommodating. We want to come back.
Laurie Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathleen T.
21 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home.
This home could not have been better. Daphne, besides being a wonderful hostess, is an artist and her creative side flows over into the decor of her home.
Charming is a perfect adjective.
Located Close to everything in Apalochicola, my husband and I had a fabulous time.
Oh and check out her wonderful metal work in the studio out back, very talented Lady!
Cathleen T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angie R.
12 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!!
We had a wonderful stay at Glance at the Past! Daphne was great and did a wonderful job with the home. It was absolutely perfect with everything we needed. Her studio is on the property but don’t let that hold you back from booking this home, it did not interrupt our stay at all! We would definitely book this home again! Very clean, great location to walk to town or grocery store and pet friendly!
Angie R.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina A., Naples, Florida
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Cute and Comfortable
This property was perfect for us to stay at while we competed in a barbecue contest near battery Park. The home had every single thing we could possibly need. It was a very easy process to check in and check out. Thank you for a great stay.
Christina A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara D.
30 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
The location is amazing. Easy walk to downtown and beautiful gardens. The property was easy to find and the check in and out process was a breeze. We had everything we needed and the home and grounds were very clean. I'd definitely stay here again in the future.