Title: Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access Vacation home in Altha with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access ![Terrace/patio - Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access (Altha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124350000/124344600/124344577/168eae9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access (Altha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124350000/124344600/124344577/d385241d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access (Altha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124350000/124344600/124344577/908a51fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access (Altha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124350000/124344600/124344577/41b028a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access (Altha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124350000/124344600/124344577/869461f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access Escape to a one-of-a-kind luxury shipping container home tucked deep in the woods of Altha, Florida. Surrounded by natural ponds and nearby Kali natural springs, this private retreat blends modern design with nature. Sleeps up to 6 guests and features high-end finishes, a fully equipped space, and an EV charging station. Conveniently located 35 minutes from Panama City and 1 hour from Tallahassee, it’s the perfect mix of seclusion, comfort, and access to adventure. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES \- FLORIDA CAVERNS STATE PARK - 30 MINUTES \- TORREYA STATE PARK - 45 MINUTES \- NORTH FLORIDA MOTORPLEX - 10 MINUTES \- PANAMA CITY BEACH - 50 MINUTES \- CHIPOLA RIVER - 25 MINUTES ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Electric car charging station - Garden ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124360000/124355500/124355417/38e598a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Townhouse 45 Min from Panama City Beach / 20 Min from Florida State Caverns Fountain - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=124355417&PinnedHotelID=124355417&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119620000/119610200/119610192/ca8f1ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Compass Lake - Cypress Sunsets! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Altha is home to this vacation home. Battle of Marianna Monument and John Russ House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Apalachicola National Forest and Compass Lake. 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Airport (ECP) 71 min drive ### Restaurants - midgets lounge 20 min drive - D.J.'s car 16 min drive - Panama Race Way 17 min drive - midgets lounge 16 min drive - bulls 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access? ### What time is check-out at Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access? ### Where is Palo Alto Luxury Retreat / Serene Nature Escape Near Trails & Downtown Access located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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