Single-level cottage just 3 min to downtown Pensacola! Walk to Palafox shops, The Fish House & McGuire’s. King master suite w/ private balcony, gas chef’s kitchen, themed bedrooms & beach gear. Sleeps 8, 2.5 baths. Beach only 15 min away.
Stay 3 minutes from downtown Pensacola in this stylish single-level cottage-walk to Palafox Street shops and favorites like The Fish House and McGuire’s. Sleeps 8 across a king master suite with private balcony and en suite rain shower, two themed queen rooms, and a travel-office with pullout. Cook in the gas kitchen with pot filler, unwind in the midcentury living room’s reading nook, and work easily with fast WiFi. Beach gear included; Pensacola Beach ~15 min. No stairs, private entrance.
Welcome to this single-level cottage in the heart of downtown Pensacola’s historic North Hill area, just off West La Rua Street. Your private front entrance opens right off the covered front porch—no stairs, no steps, fully single-level for easy arrival with luggage and beach gear.
Entry is simple and keyless: the front door uses a smart lock with your own personal guest code, and we also keep a backup house key plus the backyard gate key in an on-porch lockbox for your convenience. Your exact entry code, lockbox location, and step-by-step arrival instructions are sent privately through the app shortly before check-in—so everything is ready the moment you pull up.
Two quick heads-up for a smooth stay: the front door auto-locks about one minute after it closes, so keep your code handy whenever you step out to the porch or yard. For your security and ours, there is a 24-hour exterior front-door camera at the entrance (no interior cameras).
Parking: free street parking is available directly out front on West La Rua Street—no permits or passes needed. There is no on-property driveway, so please park along the street and be courteous not to block neighbors’ driveways, following posted city parking guidelines. From here you’re a short stroll to Palafox Street shops and dining and only minutes from Pensacola Beach.
You’re in the heart of historic downtown Pensacola, so much is within reach on foot. Stroll to Palafox Street’s shops and restaurants (The Fish House, McGuire’s, Brother Fox) in just a few minutes, and reach Legion Field’s playground and splash pad in about a 2-minute drive. A car is recommended to make the most of your stay: parking is free street parking directly in front of the cottage (no on-site spaces or passes), so please park clear of neighbors’ driveways and follow city guidelines. Pensacola Beach and the sugar-white Gulf sand are a scenic 15-20 minute drive via the Pensacola Bay Bridge-pack the provided beach chairs, umbrella, and boogie boards. Pensacola International Airport (PNS) is roughly 15 minutes away, and grocery stores plus everyday errands are just a short drive. Rideshare is readily available downtown for evenings out.
You’ll have the whole Coastal Sunrises team in your corner from the moment you book. We’re local to the Pensacola area and available 24/7, before arrival we’ll send your private entry details, directions to 913 W La Rua, and tips for making the most of your downtown stay. During your visit, the fastest way to reach us is right here through the app’s messaging: send a note anytime, day or night, and we’ll jump on it quickly. Need a dinner recommendation on Palafox, directions to Legion Park’s playground, or a hand with anything in the cottage? Just ask. We like to give guests their space while staying easy to reach, so you can relax, explore, and enjoy Pensacola with total peace of mind.
You’re staying in Pensacola’s Historic North Hill District, a leafy, walkable neighborhood of live oaks and preserved Victorian homes just northwest of downtown. Palafox Street-named one of America’s great streets-and the waterfront are only minutes away.
NORTH HILL CHARM: Stroll past stately 1800s-era homes beneath mature oaks. At the corner of Palafox and West La Rua sits Fort George Memorial Park, a reconstructed Revolutionary War fort where kids can explore real history. Nearby Alabama Square-one of Pensacola’s oldest parks-offers a gazebo, playground, and shaded benches.
EAT: The Garden at Palafox + Main is open-air dining in the heart of downtown, with 5+ food-truck kitchens from Pan-Asian to Nashville hot chicken, boba, and coffee-great when everyone wants something different. The Dog House is a local favorite for build-your-own hot dogs and breakfast, and Hub Stacey’s Downtown is a decades-old casual spot by Seville Square. Global Grill’s umbrella-dotted patio brings a relaxed vibe to Palafox.
SHOP: Palafox Street is lined with boutiques, art galleries, and the Palafox Shopping Center, where retail and dining meet.
VISIT & DO: Historic Pensacola Village spans 8.5 acres and 30+ preserved buildings telling 450 years of story, with living-history interpreters and hands-on fun like candle-making and open-hearth cooking. The Pensacola Children’s Museum packs two floors of interactive, kid-geared exhibits. Head to the waterfront for Plaza de Luna, a bayfront park at the foot of Palafox Pier with a splash pad, and hop the seasonal Pensacola Bay ferry.
BEACH: The Gulf’s emerald water at Pensacola Beach is a roughly 15-20 minute drive-an easy day trip, with beach chairs, umbrella, and boogie boards provided here at the cottage.
FEATURES & AMENITIES
– Single-level cottage, no stairs, step-free living from the moment you walk in
– Walk to downtown Pensacola: Palafox Street shops & restaurants just minutes away
– Sleeps up to 8 across 4 themed sleeping spaces
– Fully equipped kitchen with high-end gas stove & built-in pot filler
– Dedicated travel-themed office with fast Cox WiFi, ideal for remote work
– Smart TVs in the living room and every bedroom
– Central heating & air conditioning (Honeywell thermostat)
– Private master balcony, outdoor deck with alfresco dining, front & back porches
– Partly fenced backyard for extra privacy
– Beach gear included: 2 chairs, 1 umbrella, 2 boogie boards (Pensacola Beach ~16 min away)
– Please note: no on-site laundry
KITCHEN
– High-end gas stove with built-in pot filler for easy, big-batch cooking
– Gas oven and Samsung refrigerator with freezer & built-in ice maker
– Dishwasher, microwave, toaster and blender
– Keurig coffee maker (K-cups provided)
– Granite countertops, soft-close cabinets and warm under-glow lighting
– Dishes, glassware, cookware, utensils and everyday cooking basics stocked
LIVING ROOM
– Midcentury-modern design with a comfortable leather sofa
– Large Smart TV with voice remote
– Coffee table and storage ottoman
– Cozy reading nook with soft LED lighting, the perfect spot to unwind
– Open flow into the kitchen, great for gathering and entertaining
BEDROOM 1, QUEEN (first room on the left)
– 1 queen bed
– Dresser and closet
– Smart TV
– Iron stored in the closet
BEDROOM 2, QUEEN, MINIMALIST ALL-WHITE ROOM (second on the left)
– 1 queen bed with a sleek floating-bed design
– Room-darkening blinds for deep, restful sleep
– Soft LED accent lighting
– Dresser and closet
– Smart TV
BEDROOM 3, TRAVEL-THEMED OFFICE (by the kitchen)
– Sofa bed plus a floor mattress, flexible sleeping for extra guests
– Dedicated desk and chair, warm lighting and charging ports
– Wall-sized pin map, mark where you traveled from
– Fast WiFi router located here
– Blinds and Smart TV
BEDROOM 4, MASTER SUITE, KING
– King bed with natural-tone curtains and blinds
– Private balcony, morning coffee or a quiet evening under the stars
– En suite bath with rain-head shower and handheld sprayer
– Smart TV
BATHROOMS (2.5)
– Two full baths plus a convenient half bath
– Bathroom 1: toilet with shower/tub combo
– Bathroom 2: toilet with walk-in shower
– Master en suite: rain-head shower with handheld sprayer
– Modern vanities, floor-to-ceiling tile; shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided
OUTDOOR
– Private balcony off the master suite
– Deck with outdoor furniture and alfresco dining
– Front and back porches to catch the breeze
– Partly fenced backyard for added privacy
GOOD TO KNOW
– No washer/dryer on site
– Gas stove, please keep children and pets away from the knobs
– Smoking permitted outdoors on the front and back porches only
– Street parking directly outside (please don’t block neighbors’ driveways)
Welcome to your single-level cottage on West La Rua Street, just minutes from downtown Pensacola! Here’s everything you need for a smooth, easy stay.
GETTING IN
– Private front entrance off the front porch; the home is all one level with no stairs.
– Entry/lockbox details are sent privately before arrival.
– Heads up: the front door auto-locks about one minute after closing, so take your code/key with you anytime you step outside.
– A front-door camera covers the entrance for everyone’s security (exterior only).
WIFI & STAYING CONNECTED
– Network: SETUP-DD3B
– Password: chance7906cause
– The router lives in the travel-themed office (Bedroom 3) if you ever need to glance at it.
TVs & ENTERTAINMENT
– Smart TVs in the living room and every bedroom, including the office.
– A spare Fire Stick remote is in the drawer under the coffee maker.
– Unwind with the chess set, board games, and books in the living room, or settle into the LED-lit reading nook.
KITCHEN
– Fully equipped: gas stove with built-in pot filler, oven, Samsung fridge with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, and blender.
– Coffee lovers: Keurig with K-cups provided.
– GAS STOVE: the knobs turn easily, please keep children and pets away from them and double-check burners are off after cooking.
– Trash bags are in the second bedroom closet.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps up to 8)
– Master suite: king bed, private balcony, and en-suite bath with a rain-head shower + handheld sprayer.
– Bedroom 1 & Bedroom 2: queen beds (Bedroom 2 has room-darkening blinds, great for sleeping in).
– Travel-themed office (Bedroom 3): sofa bed plus a floor mattress, desk, charging ports, and that wall-sized pin map, add your hometown!
BATHROOMS
– 2.5 baths with modern vanities and floor-to-ceiling tile.
– Starter shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap provided.
CLIMATE CONTROL
– Honeywell Home thermostat is in the living room, set it to whatever’s comfortable.
– Please switch the thermostat off when you check out.
OUTDOOR SPACE
– Enjoy the deck with outdoor furniture, front and back porches, and the private master balcony.
– The backyard is partly fenced; note the privacy fence is leaning from past storm damage, so please don’t lean on or climb it.
– Beach gear is in the first bedroom closet: 2 chairs, 1 umbrella, and 2 boogie boards, perfect for a day at Pensacola Beach (about a 15-minute drive).
PARKING
– Free street parking directly outside. There’s no on-property parking or passes.
– Please be a good neighbor and never block driveways; follow posted city parking guidelines.
TRASH & RECYCLING
– Blue bin = trash, green bin = recycling, both in the backyard. Please place items in the correct bin.
GOOD TO KNOW / SAFETY
– Smoke detectors throughout and a CO detector in the kitchen.
– Fire extinguisher is under the kitchen sink.
– Please lock all doors and windows whenever you leave.
– Quiet hours are 10 PM-6 AM out of respect for our neighbors.
– Smoking is outside only (front and back porches); no smoking indoors.
EXPLORE PENSACOLA
– Downtown Pensacola and Palafox Street shops are just minutes away.
– Family-favorite dining nearby includes The Fish House and more along the waterfront.
– Legion Park playground is about a 2-minute drive, easy for families.
NEED ANYTHING?
If something isn’t working or you have a question during your stay, reach out through the Coastal Sunrises messaging thread and we’ll take care of you. We hope you love your time on the Gulf Coast!
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