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White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included!

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Enjoy marshmallows by our fire pit with comfy seating
Living area downstairs
White Sandy Beach Retreat spacious living area and kitchen
Living area downstairs with smart TV
Living area downstairs

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 696.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Panama City Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

Guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included!

The White Sandy Beach Retreat is an updated townhome in the Gulf Highlands Beach Resort with ample space for 6 in two bedrooms plus tons of bonus amenities like a Florida room, reading room, fire pit, bikes, beach towels, tennis, pickleball & shuffleboard equipment, golf clubs, games, puzzles and more.

You've arrived in beach paradise as soon as you step inside our newly renovated two-story White Sandy Beach Retreat. Downstairs, you'll enjoy a spacious living area with comfortable seating, smart TV, large well equipped kitchen, new appliances, bar seating, all small appliances, coffee bar, dining table, and half bathroom. A gorgeous Florida room in the back has seating, a ceiling fan, and access to our private patio with a flat-top grill. Out front is a fire pit with Adirondack chairs.

Upstairs, the main bedroom features a queen bed, smart TV, closet with hangers, and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The second bedroom upstairs has a queen bed plus twin bunk beds, smart TV, closet with hangers, and access to the second bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Downstairs is a queen-sized sleeper sofa with new mattress.

For convenience and to bring your vacation up a notch, we include complimentary WIFI, a washer/dryer, golf clubs, pickleball & shuffleboard equipment, two bikes, hair dryer, dog bowls, a reading room, lamps & nightstands with charging ports, plastic wear/baby gate/pack-n-play for kids, games/puzzles, beach towels, hand soap, dish soap, shampoo/conditioner/bodywash, and more. And we also include starter amenities like TP, paper towels, dishwasher, laundry detergent and coffee pods so that your arrival is as smooth as possible!

The White Sandy Beach Retreat has a pool, putt-putt course, and shuffleboard courts right behind it. Golf carts are available for rent on property, and we have two dedicated parking spaces right outside our front door without parking fees.

Gulf Highlands is a gated resort community with 24/7 security and incredible amenities including 11 swimming pools (5 heated seasonally), tennis courts, pickleball courts, 18-hole putt-putt, shuffleboard, playground, and a restaurant with a pool and bathrooms is directly on the Gulf of America with no steps needed to get to the beach.

Primary renter must be at least 25 years old, sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of booking, be present for the duration of the stay, and agree to provide the host a credit card on which a $200 damage deposit hold will be placed prior to arrival and then released after his/her uneventful stay. No smoking or parties allowed inside the townhome or screened in areas. Booking includes parking passes for two vehicles. No additional passes are allowed, no trailer or boat parking is available. Pets are limited to two with a non-refundable $150 fee.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary guest must be 25 to rent, be at the property for the duration of the stay, and sign a digital rental agreement after booking.
A $200 security hold will be placed on guest cc before check in and must remain in place for the duration of the stay.
No smoking or parties. Two dogs welcome with non-refundable fee.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 67308

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is by the sea. Pier Park and Thomas Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Panama City Beaches and Frank Brown Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Rockit Lanes. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Thomas Drive - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rock'it Lanes - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Wicked Wheel Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is White Sandy Beach Retreat: Pet-friendly, Fire Pit, 3 Beach Bikes Included! located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Panama City Beaches and Thomas Drive. Rockit Lanes and Edgewater Gulf Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

The beach cottage was so neat and everything we needed was at our fingertips! The beds were super cozy and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again! We had a truly great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Your host

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Our journey to the Florida Panhandle began in 2018 when our son was stationed here. I (Sheila) had the privilege of driving across the country with his family as they relocated from his California post, and I immediately fell in love with this stunning area. I kept coming back year after year, always drawn to the beauty of the Gulf Coast. In the summer of 2022, when we learned that our son and his family were moving to a new post, we decided it was time to make this paradise our own. After some searching, we found the perfect spot in December of 2024—our very own White Sandy Beach Retreat was born!

Why they chose this property

We opted for this specific property because of it's close proximity to the beach (literally across the street from the Front Street Pedestrian Gate) and the loads of amenities. With 11 pools on the grounds and the Beach House/Restaurant/Bar with a private pool for guests directly on the beach, you'll never feel crowded. There's tennis, shuffleboard, pickleball courts and mini golf/putt-putt so there's always something to do! The gated community with 24/HR security/patrol allows for relaxing and safe atmosphere. Our back patio opens to the shuffleboard and mini golf area (free) and a pool so you never have to worry about the kids, you can sit out back and watch them play while you grill. Oh, and if you're wanting to stay on your gym routine, we've got you covered, there is a gym on campus and all of this is included in your stay!

The Gulf Coast is truly a magical place, with its powdery white sandy beaches and vibrant aqua blue waters. Our hope is that you’ll love and enjoy it just as much as we do, and we can’t wait for you to experience the beauty of this wonderful area. There are so many things to do whether is dining and dancing or just hanging out to the loads of shopping at Pier Park to the tons of family-oriented attractions. You can even just relax by the pool or on the beach or by the pool on the beach, there are just so many options!

White Sandy Beach Retreat—we'd love to host your vacation!

What makes this property unique

Gulf Highlands is a gated resort community with 24/7 security and incredible amenities including 11 swimming pools (5 heated seasonally), tennis courts, pickleball courts, 18-hole putt-putt, shuffleboard, playground, and a restaurant with a pool and bathrooms is directly on the Gulf of America with no steps needed to get to the beach.