[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113582400/113582348/bb2904b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113582400/113582348/75becc69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113582400/113582348/w1916h1189x0y0-c712059b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113582400/113582348/1dbc3d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113590000/113582400/113582348/6a354fc3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of golfing on site, a water park, and a firepit at Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this vacation home. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1042 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Gym - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes The White Sandy Beach Retreat is a renovated townhome that is self-managed in the Gulf Highlands Beach Resort in Panama City Beach. We have ample space for 6 in two bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths plus tons of bonus amenities like a Florida room, reading room, fire pit, 3 beach bikes, beach towels, tennis, pickleball & shuffleboard equipment, golf clubs, games, puzzles and more. Unlike many places, we accept up to two well-behaved pets per stay:) Sheila is a very attentive host and is readily available by phone, text or direct messaging. With easy self-check-in and lots of privacy, this townhome feels like your home away from home. 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. For convenience and to bring your vacation up a notch, we include complimentary WIFI, a washer/dryer, golf clubs, pickleball & shuffleboard equipment, three beach 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways (36 inches high) - No elevator (single-level property) - Pool hoist on site - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking in screed in porches (Florida Room or R ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - 5 outdoor pickleball courts - Bicycles - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Tennis - Water park - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycles - Garden - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,042 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002800/61002730/82de093f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ❃ 50% Off Golf Cart ❃ No Pet Fee ❃ Canal-Side Home ❃ Beachfront Pool Panama City Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 83 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=61002730&PinnedHotelID=61002730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102530000/102521400/102521347/w1280h849x2y5-7d1266ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk Distance to the beach, pet friendly, Family Vacation Home. 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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. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking in screed in porches (Florida Room or R ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 67308 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6daaex ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.18327%2C-85.81145&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Jy6b8cCZnHyKRFryfH_TO_LV4xg=) Panama City Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Panama City Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Golf Course at Edgewater - 14 min walk - 1.2 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 - 2.5 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Wicked Wheel - ‬9 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk - ‪Sunrise Cafe & Bakery - ‬9 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Beach, No Resort Fees, 11 Pools, 3 Bikes located? > This family-friendly Panama City Beach vacation 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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