Welcome to Horton Cottage
About this house rental
Great family cottage overlooking white sand beaches. Features great room with electric fireplace, updated kitchen, high-speed wireless internet, flat-panel HDTV with Blue-ray player, reclining sofas, pack and play, home theater system and DVD library. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 2 Kings, 4 Twins (2 sets of Bunkbeds). NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Amenities: 3 large flat-panel HDTVS with DVDS, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, ceiling fans, H/C outside shower, fish-cleaning table, grill, under-house parking, and more. Suncoast Vacation Rentals offers a wide selection of beach homes and cottages on St. George Island ranging from one to eight bedrooms. Our rates are some of the most competitive on the island, for which we provide nice beach homes for an affordable price. All of our beach homes have televisions with cable and DVD/VCR's. Most have charcoal grills, washers and dryers. Please take a moment and browse through our selection of vacation homes. If you have any questions or would like to speak with a reservations consultant, please call us toll free at 800/341-2021 from 9am to 5pm Eastern Time and we will be glad to help you. Please be sure to review our rental guidelines.
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4.3/5.0
Excellent(34 Reviews)
4.0
Perfect location, right on the beach. Horton Cottage is plenty comfortable, great value for beachfront
5.0
Great location. Excellent house. Good communication
5.0
Great location. Excellent house. Good communication
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We’ve stayed in bigger, but this was comfortable and close to beach! No frills, but clean! We had to evacuate one night for Hurricane Idalia, but SunCoast was so nice and let us stay an extra night at no cost or would’ve refunded us if we couldn’t come back!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Best beach area on East Gorrie Drive. Large concrete area under house for vehicles and beach chairs and things. Air conditioning works great!! Home needs better dishes, pots and pans. Ice maker works great!!Location is excellent.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Working with Suncoast is so smooth! We have stayed with them now for at least 10 years. This was our 3rd stay (2018,2022,2023) in the Horton Cottage. We will stay with Suncoast again, and I am sure we will stay in Horton Cottage again! Also, just a short drive from the house.....you will find the best coffee shop on island, check them out too, BAYSIDE COFFEE.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location and view of the beach. First time there and already have my name in the books for next year.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We absolutely loved our stay at Horton Cottage. You can watch the dolphins from your dining room table! The unit is very clean and well equipped. It's not the Ritz but you will love it here.
5.0
The property overall is wonderful. It could use a luggage rack or 2. The bunk room is the only bedroom that has a closet & it's small. The master bedroom has a dresser which helps with storage but the second king room has no storage to speak of.
We would definitely stay at this property again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time ! Clean and Comfortable house this is our 2nd time to stay at this Beachfront Home. I would rent it again!!
5.0
Girls reunion weekend was a blast in a low key way here, by choice. We had everything we needed and really didn’t need to leave. The quick walk to the beach was perfect.
5.0
Needs a few upgrades and a better cleaning job, but you cannot beat the location. Decor could use some updating, but I would stay here again. The location cannot be beat.
3.0
Incredible location/old house
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location is incredible with a beautiful view and super short trail to the beach. The house however, needs lots of work and updating. The bathrooms are partially updated but the toilets and toilet seats are super old and stained. The bedroom dressers and chest of drawers are very old, severely scratched and dinted. There are so many cords hanging everywhere in the house. It seemed like a hazard to me. The living room furniture was comfortable and adequate. There are pictures on the wall coming out of their frames in every room. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen had been updated but was less than adequate. However, we don't cook much so it wasn't a problem. The steps going up to the house seems unstable. The house overall could use a deep cleaning. We found dirty socks, candy wrappers and water bottles under the bunk beds. The location was fabulous and we still enjoyed our week because we stayed on the beach. I would not recommend this house though. It could be very nice with some work. Last, we got to the island 15 minutes before the rental company closes and the house wasn't ready. We had to wait an additional 20 minutes to enter (after 5 p.m.)
4.0
Affordable stay on the Gulf
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Horton Cottage is an affordable house that gave my family a chance to stay on the gulf at a popular time of the year. Most houses are more expensive and therefore beyond our reach. For that, I am grateful and we enjoyed our stay. The house had a great selection of board games and puzzles which we enjoyed together. We rode bikes to and from the grocery store, so the location was super convenient for us. It is not a luxury house though (and to be fair, it represented as one by the rental agency).
We had a few relatively small complaints mostly related to the cleanliness of the house. We found hair in the silverware drawer, so had to wash everything before eating. There was sand and shell fragments in the dryer, so had to clean it out before using. Also there was no ice maker in the fridge and no ice trays when we arrived, which was a surprise. The rental agency brought us trays the next morning though.
Check in was at 4:00 and we arrived to SGI around 3:00. We went by the house to confirm that it was empty before going to the rental office. Even though it was vacated, we were not allowed to check in early. Again, a minor inconvenience that seemed a bit needless.
We had a few relatively small complaints mostly related to the cleanliness of the house. We found hair in the silverware drawer, so had to wash everything before eating. There was sand and shell fragments in the dryer, so had to clean it out before using. Also there was no ice maker in the fridge and no ice trays when we arrived, which was a surprise. The rental agency brought us trays the next morning though.
Check in was at 4:00 and we arrived to SGI around 3:00. We went by the house to confirm that it was empty before going to the rental office. Even though it was vacated, we were not allowed to check in early. Again, a minor inconvenience that seemed a bit needless.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Horton Cottage is an affordable house that gave my family a chance to stay on the gulf at a popular time of the year. Most houses are more expensive and therefore beyond our reach. For that, I am grateful and we enjoyed our stay. The house had a great selection of board games and puzzles which we enjoyed together. We rode bikes to and from the grocery store, so the location was super convenient for us. It is not a luxury house though (and to be fair, it represented as one by the rental agency).We had a few relatively small complaints mostly related to the cleanliness of the house. We found hair in the silverware drawer, so had to wash everything before eating. There was sand and shell fragments in the dryer, so had to clean it out before using. Also there was no ice maker in the fridge and no ice trays when we arrived, which was a surprise. The rental agency brought us trays the next morning though. Check in was at 4:00 and we arrived to SGI around 3:00. We went by the house to confirm that it was empty before going to the rental office. Even though it was vacated, we were not allowed to check in early. Again, a minor inconvenience that seemed a bit needless.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved the beach and the island. First time to St George Island with our family. Pulled up to the house with great expectations what a disappointment old unkept home that needed many repairs. Only thing positive was the house was clean. Dark and dreary entrance into home with broken furniture tacky decor horrible mattresses poorly stocked kitchen much too small refrigerator ice maker worked when it felt like it. Poor furniture was broken and cracked railing on porch was fragile. House was updated in kitchen and bathroom showers and floors only. Wires galore hanging from cable boxes and TVs ver poorly installed. Said home theater that would include two small speakers screwed into ceiling and broken reclining couches. Said dvd library none found upon our stay. Very false advertising here with only showing the updated areas. And description is not accurate. We made the best of our visit and had a great time and will return next year but never again to this house or the rental company.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Definitely adequate accommodations, beds were comfortable and of course a million dollar view! Had to remind myself of that when looking at it from the beach, it’s the most run down looking house in the area due to needing paint and a roof. It could have been better cleaned and the stove needs some work. Fridge kept everything nice and cold and the freezer worked well as well though!
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Easy to reserve and obtain keys. Beautiful location
1.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Disappointed. Water pressure not good. Metal deck brackets are completely rusted. There are leak stains on the ceiling. Needs major upgrades.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved that the property is right on the beach with amazing views and easy access! That was the main thing we were looking for. As for the cabin itself, some of it has been updated, some has not. Kitchen has been updated, and most of bathrooms but not toilets. The living spaces are dark with wood paneling. The set up of the house is nice with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (one is a jack and jill). The toilets, bed sheets, and couches did not seem clean to me. Overall, we would recommend this property due to location.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been to SGI many years in a row, unfortunately our "usual" house was grabbed up before we were able to book it this year. We selected Horton Cottage based on the photos and description but should have taken the reviews into account a bit more. The location is amazing, and really what we were there for. That being said, Horton Cottage is probably 40-50 years old and it shows. This property could definitely use a deep clean and bit of an upgrade. Outdoor furniture and steps were aging and splintering. Indoors was very dusty and we spent an hour sweeping and vacuuming when we checked in. Didn't feel comfortable using the fan in one room because of the thick dust sitting on the blades and its proximity to the top bunks where are kids were sleeping. There is definitely some regular maintenance needed to bring Horton Cottage up to where it could be. We would return for its location but will try other properties if possible for cleanliness and maintenance.
3.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I really want to say it was fantastic but not. I love old beach houses and they are usually my go to when I stay at the beach. That being said I expect things not to be so perfect. This house was a little rough. Water spots and peeling spots on the ceilings. The temperature of the house was difficult to regulate. It was either really cold or too warm. The house was dirty. The countertops, appliances and living room tables appeared to have been cleaned with the same, wet dirty rag. The floors were dirty. Bottoms of our feet were filthy if we didn’t wear shoes inside the whole time. The refrigerator and freezer smelled like dead fish, even after emptying out the ice and cleaning the inside of both. We bought bagged ice but it eventually smelled and tasted like fish as well. There was food under the furniture. Cheese puffs and water bottles under the bed which did not belong to us. The sliding glass door had what appeared to be nasal secretions from either a dog or a child smeared all over them. We cleaned up some the night we got there but it was a bit much.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property has a roomy living space, comfy beds and a nicely renovated kitchen. The location can’t be beat. Beautiful views of ocean from most rooms of the house. There is a laundry room on main floor of house. Loved that. As other reviewers mentioned the kitchen is not well-stocked. We had to borrow a baking pan from friends staying near by. We had a small maintenance issue that management promptly responded to. Overall we really enjoyed our stay — great location, roomy interior and reliable service from property management.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful week right on the beach in this rental. It was clean and it is apparent that the owners are in the process of fixing it up. As one of the older places on the beach it has only one flight of stairs. That was a distinct advantage for us.The kitchen has been remodeled and is lovely though not well equipped. We purchased a liquid measuring cup and left it for you. The beds were very comfortable. Bring blankets or warm pjs until Covid-19 is done. Also bring DVDs because they have been removed because of the virus. There are no closets or hangers, just a couple of hooks for hanging clothes so pack accordingly. We thoroughly enjoyed the deck morning, noon and night. We observed gulls, pelicans, dolphins, and sunrises. The gulf's white sand beaches are gorgeous.We would stay here again.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful house and location. Very clean and comfortable. Location is perfect. There was an issue with AC during our stay, however, Suncoast had someone onsite and problem fixed within 30 minutes.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome view of the ocean.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
SGI was amazing as always. Suncoast continues to be our choice based on the long standing and consistent service from their team. Horton, however, is in need of repair- roof leaks are evident with interior repairs done poorly. Deck railings need replaced; outside furniture at end of life.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The cottage was in a great location on the beach. The living room had very comfortable seating and the place was clean and we had plenty of room.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice.
5.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
No closets in bedrooms which I had already read on earlier review so I took over the door hangers. I would suggest removing pictures and installing shelving that includes hanging bars for clothes. Enclosing a portion under the house would allow guests to keep beach stuff from being visible from the street. HC is an older home but it is still a nice place to stay with an excellent ocean view, easy sand path to beach, great A/C, and comfortable beds. With a little work and minor updates this place could be greatly improved to better serve guests. Deck chairs were good but lounge chairs were broken. Would definitely stay here again.
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Close to the beach! Needs some TLC!
4.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall a wonderful experience. The one small drawback was the pot and pan selection for cooking was very sparse. We actually went to the Dollar General Store and bought a 3 piece set (and left it there for future guests).
3.0
Beautiful beach. Ugly house
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved the beach and the island. First time to St George Island with our family. Pulled up to the house with great expectations what a disappointment old unkept home that needed many repairs. Only thing positive was the house was clean. Dark and dreary entrance into home with broken furniture tacky decor horrible mattresses poorly stocked kitchen much too small refrigerator ice maker worked when it felt like it. Poor furniture was broken and cracked railing on porch was fragile. House was updated in kitchen and bathroom showers and floors only. Wires galore hanging from cable boxes and TVs ver poorly installed. Said home theater that would include two small speakers screwed into ceiling and broken reclining couches. Said dvd library none found upon our stay. Very false advertising here with only showing the updated areas. And description is not accurate. We made the best of our visit and had a great time and will return next year but never again to this house or the rental company.
3.0
Needs TLC!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Definitely adequate accommodations, beds were comfortable and of course a million dollar view! Had to remind myself of that when looking at it from the beach, it’s the most run down looking house in the area due to needing paint and a roof. It could have been better cleaned and the stove needs some work. Fridge kept everything nice and cold and the freezer worked well as well though!
5.0
Great stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Easy to reserve and obtain keys. Beautiful location
1.0
Would not recommend
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Disappointed. Water pressure not good. Metal deck brackets are completely rusted. There are leak stains on the ceiling. Needs major upgrades.
4.0
Horton House
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Loved that the property is right on the beach with amazing views and easy access! That was the main thing we were looking for. As for the cabin itself, some of it has been updated, some has not. Kitchen has been updated, and most of bathrooms but not toilets. The living spaces are dark with wood paneling. The set up of the house is nice with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (one is a jack and jill). The toilets, bed sheets, and couches did not seem clean to me. Overall, we would recommend this property due to location.
4.0
Great Beach, Home Could Use an Upgrade
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been to SGI many years in a row, unfortunately our "usual" house was grabbed up before we were able to book it this year. We selected Horton Cottage based on the photos and description but should have taken the reviews into account a bit more. The location is amazing, and really what we were there for. That being said, Horton Cottage is probably 40-50 years old and it shows. This property could definitely use a deep clean and bit of an upgrade. Outdoor furniture and steps were aging and splintering. Indoors was very dusty and we spent an hour sweeping and vacuuming when we checked in. Didn't feel comfortable using the fan in one room because of the thick dust sitting on the blades and its proximity to the top bunks where are kids were sleeping. There is definitely some regular maintenance needed to bring Horton Cottage up to where it could be. We would return for its location but will try other properties if possible for cleanliness and maintenance.
3.0
Horton Cottage
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I really want to say it was fantastic but not. I love old beach houses and they are usually my go to when I stay at the beach. That being said I expect things not to be so perfect. This house was a little rough. Water spots and peeling spots on the ceilings. The temperature of the house was difficult to regulate. It was either really cold or too warm. The house was dirty. The countertops, appliances and living room tables appeared to have been cleaned with the same, wet dirty rag. The floors were dirty. Bottoms of our feet were filthy if we didn’t wear shoes inside the whole time. The refrigerator and freezer smelled like dead fish, even after emptying out the ice and cleaning the inside of both. We bought bagged ice but it eventually smelled and tasted like fish as well. There was food under the furniture. Cheese puffs and water bottles under the bed which did not belong to us. The sliding glass door had what appeared to be nasal secretions from either a dog or a child smeared all over them. We cleaned up some the night we got there but it was a bit much.
5.0
Great location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This property has a roomy living space, comfy beds and a nicely renovated kitchen. The location can’t be beat. Beautiful views of ocean from most rooms of the house. There is a laundry room on main floor of house. Loved that. As other reviewers mentioned the kitchen is not well-stocked. We had to borrow a baking pan from friends staying near by. We had a small maintenance issue that management promptly responded to. Overall we really enjoyed our stay — great location, roomy interior and reliable service from property management.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Saint George Island?
The average price for a rental in Saint George Island is £287 per night. This rental is £51 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Welcome to Horton Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Welcome to Horton Cottage pet friendly?
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