I have stayed at the Cottages on the Green for many years now. I am a scuba diver, and love the fact that it is so close to Perdido Key (about a 5 minute drive!) and the marina that I use. The place is great! I started bringing groups of divers down and I always book here. Everyone loves the atmosphere!
Booking -
I always call the office directly. Kayla is the manager and she is amazing. She always remembers me, and puts me in great accommodations. I have a crazy schedule sometimes and she is so patient and works with me to get all my days booked. I have never NOT had a room on the days I book. I can't say that about larger places!
Rooms -
Rooms are perfect. There are two options. A single room, which consists of two double queen sized beds, full bathroom, microwave, mini fridge, tv, coffee maker, desk, all the good stuff. Then there is the "cottage" rental as well. The cottage part has a full kitchen, living room, large dining room table (fits at least 10 people!) and a patio - some are screened in, some arent) There are grills outside the patio. The rooms have hardwood floors. It has more a feel of a bed and breakfast vs. a corporate hotel room. The room is always clean and no funky smells or stains. Bathrooms are nice. The tub/showers could use some upgrading. I have stayed in probably 6 different rooms, and they all have older shower inserts/tubs. But they are always clean, so meh.
Beds -
The beds are comfortable and sheets are always clean. The beds are a little hard, but I like hard beds. Dont expect the fluffy, sink into the clouds kinda beds. Maybe one day! I'm a side sleeper, so the are not so hard that I can't sleep.
Cottage -
It's like a home kitchen! There is a full sized stove/oven, microwave, full sized fridge, dishwasher, etc, etc. There is a big island to prepare food and stools around to sit there as well. They have the kitchen fully furnished for cooking for a group. Large flatscreen TV, WiFi, cable are also included. There is also a full sized washer/dryer which is REALLY handy.
Location -
They are about 5 minutes from Perdido Key, 10 minutes from Southwind Marina (lots of fishing and diving boats for charters) 20 minutes from Orange Beach, and 15 minutes from downtown Pensacola. It is VERY quiet here. Lots of trees, and grass. Often, in the morning you will see deer on the property right next to your room! I came in late one night around 2am, and there was a herd of deer between my cottage and the main office. It was pretty cool.
Golf -
You are right on the golf course, which makes the view amazing. I havent ever played golf while I was there, but Kayla, the manager let me know that you get a discount on the golf if you stay there.
Pool -
I've only been to the pool once, and it was nice and clean. Several chairs to sit in and lay out, as well as umbrellas if you wanted to stay in the shade.
Keep in minds -
They do not come in and clean the rooms on a daily basis. Really - who changes their sheets every day when they are home?? Help save the planet and use the same sheets! If you need room service, you can pay extra. Extra towels are free. You can call the office and they will deliver them. There is a large trash can outside the cottage if you need to dump your trashcan.
takeaways-
I highly recommend this place for small groups or just needing a place to crash close to the beach. If you need a quiet getaway, this is your place! It's an amazing find and the staff is equally amazing. I can't say enough about Kayla and how she manages everything and her customer service. She truly cares about making your stay exceptional.
