Title: Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! Family-friendly vacation home in Panama City Beach with a water park ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766800/108766790/17884933.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766800/108766790/8c39fde4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766800/108766790/4fa2f1da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766800/108766790/a030ddf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108770000/108766800/108766790/ee3d33ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Panama City Beach, Buoy Friend is a spacious, dog-friendly retreat. This beautifully upgraded home boasts an elegant interior with ship-lap walls and granite countertops. Enjoy modern amenities like a full-size kitchen with bar seating and private backyard with outdoor games. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! Welcome to “Buoy Friend”, the spacious, dog-friendly half of this east PCB GEM of a duplex! “Buoy Friend” (side B) boasts 2 bedrooms,1 full bath, & detached bonus room with foos ball & arcade games. Just a short, scenic walk from the powdery white sands and sparkling emerald waters of the Gulf, this home is ideal for those looking to immerse themselves in coastal living. If you're traveling with a larger group, see Side A to this duplex called Gulf Friend & inquire about booking both properties. Property Features Unit B: \- Dog friendly $150.00 non-refundable fee \- Sleeps 7 \- Less than 1 mile to public beach access- \- Living Area with Flat Screen TV \- Cozy Dining Area \- Full Size Kitchen with Bar Seating \- Primary Bedroom with King Size Bed with Flat Screen TV \- Guest Bedroom with Full Size Bed and Twin Bed with Flat Screen TV \- Private backyard with outdoor games \- Outdoor putting green \- Detached Bonus Room with Foos Ball and Arcade Game \- FREE Wifi Step inside to discover a beautifully upgraded, modern interior that exudes both luxury and charm. The home showcases elegant ship-lap walls, crisp white tones, recessed lighting, and sleek granite countertops, all complemented by durable LVP flooring and stylish sliding barn doors. Every corner has been thoughtfully designed, from the brand-new siding to the meticulously renovated bathrooms, featuring chic glass door showers. The kitchen is equally impressive, with stainless steel appliances, granite breakfast bars, brand-new cabinets, and ambient recessed lighting for a seamless cooking experience. After a day at the beach, rinse off in the oversized outdoor shower before retreating to the comfort of your home. The bathroom offers tiled showers with glass doors, modern vanities, and more of that signature ship-lap charm. Each bedroom features custom touches like barn door closets, adding a rustic yet refined touch. Outside, the expansive, fully fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing in privacy. For added fun, the detached bonus rooms come equipped with an arcade game and foosball table, ensuring endless entertainment for guests of all ages. Nestled in a prime location, this property is within easy reach of popular local restaurants, many of which offer stunning Gulf views. For family fun, explore a variety of nearby attractions including charter boat tours, go-karts, mini golf, Ripley's Believe It or Not, WonderWorks, and so much more! \- You must be 25 years or older to rent this property. \- To get you started, we provide an initial supply of essentials (toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, laundry pods, dish pods, and trash bags) to get you through your first 24 hours. We recommend you bring your own spices, condiments, sunscreen, coffee pods/ground coffee, coffee filters, bug spray etc. or make your trip to the store after checking in to get anything else you may need for your perfect vacation. \- This property allows one dog-$150.00 non-refundable fee. \- Beach towels are not provided so please pack your own. \- You will receive a digital welcome guide from us approx. 3 days prior to check-in.o check-in. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Foosball table - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Motor boating nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27133500/27133486/06294964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### beautiful Home 98 steps from the beach just off Thomas drive Lower Grand Lagoon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 111 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=27133486&PinnedHotelID=27133486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83130000/83122200/83122129/cd692cbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Beach! 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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 ### Property is also known as 943968 ## 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%7C30.15018%2C-85.76028&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g3E-Alm6qb63lwN77D-r59ZjEBg=) Panama City, FL #### What's nearby - Thomas Drive - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Capt. Anderson's Marina - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Naval Support Activity Panama City - 5 min drive - 3.9 km - St. Andrews State Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Publix Sports Park - 10 min drive - 7.4 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Schooners - ‬17 min walk - ‪Capt Anderson's Marina - ‬5 min drive - ‪Captain Anderson's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Off the Hook Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪outlaw bbq - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! located? > Located in Lower Grand Lagoon, this family-friendly Panama City Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Andrews Bay, Panama City Beaches, and Thomas Drive. Water Planet and The Sea Dragon are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dog friendly oasis with game room, putting green, & outdoor oasis! Less than a mile to beach! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cliff L. Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Awesome place. Quiet, clean and so close to the beach. Wpuld definitely stay the same. ##### Cliff L. 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