Title: RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! - 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 # RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704578/1578d1ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704578/0aea1538.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704578/c23c059b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704578/dadee378.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704600/21704578/87b79c76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Sandy Joy Beach Home is a haven for families seeking an unforgettable beach vacation. With its spacious living area, full-size kitchen, and three bedrooms sleeping eight guests comfortably, this Florida Beach Cottage offers ample space to unwind. Start your day on the front porch with morning coffee or enjoy an afternoon beverage after a day at the beach or pool. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81666 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Pool - 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. ### RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! Welcome to SANDY JOY We love our beach home and you’ll see we spared no expense in making it a great beach vacation spot. Our Florida Beach Cottage sleeps 8 and is located just a few steps from the pool and a short walk to the beach. What makes this house very special is that it is situated in Carillon in a beach neighborhood that offers you everything you want in a great beach getaways. Before you step in to our home, sit down and relax on the front porch. You’ll find yourself there enjoying your morning coffee or an afternoon beverage after a day at the beach or pool or coming back from one of your adventure trips on 30A or Panama City Beach. Parking for up to 3 cars is allowed. Starting May 1st all guests have to register and pay a $35 parking fee. Here’s the bedding set up: 2 KINGS 1QUEENS, QUEEN SLEEPER SOFA. Plenty of room for 8! From the minute you walk in the door you’ll know this house is a special vacation spot. We’ve made this home a perfect beach place for us and our guests to enjoy. The first floor has a spacious living area with large curved flat screen TV and plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy. The dining area seats 7, plenty of room to grab a snack or enjoy a meal. The full-size kitchen has granite counters and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom on the first floor offers a comfortable queen bed, plenty of closet space, and a big flat screen TV. The downstairs bath has a tub shower combination. The second floor has the second and third bedrooms, each with KING beds, closet space, flat screen TV and their own baths with tub/shower combinations. Plus enjoy the balcony where gulf views are a ready reminder of why you’re here. The SANDY JOY Beach Home is made to welcome families who are looking for a memorable beach vacation. Bring yours here and you’ll build a lifetime of memories at the beach. If you want some retail therapy, Pier Park, a brightly colored open-air gem, features national chain stores and local favorites. The lineup includes Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Ron Jon’s Surf Shop, Dillard’s, Target, Starbucks, and more. Visitors to Pier Park enjoy park-like walkways, spectacular Gulf views and a wealth of year-round activities for all ages. Or head to 30A where the beach communities offer you a different shopping and dining experience along the way. Bring your paddle board so you can enjoy places like Eastern Lake or grab your golf clubs and play a round at the Camp Creek country club. Tempt your palate with everything from specialty sushi, exotic ethnic cuisine and Florida seafood favorites to island-inspired entrees, top-quality steaks and mouthwatering Italian fare. Whether you prefer a casual beachfront café, romantic candlelit hideaway or award-winning eatery, you’ll find what you’re looking for here. As you can tell, Sandy Joy puts you right in the middle of everything your family could want in their beach vacation. If you like what you see, call us today. This beach home tends to book up no matter what the season. This home includes a credit based on the duration of your stay for additional amenities offered by VayKGear such as bikes, paddleboards, games and chairs. You will receive a notification after you confirm your reservation with additional details. You must be at least 25 years of age to rent this property. During Spring Break , the minimum acceptable ratio is one (1) person 25 years of age for every two (2) persons under 25 years of age. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Water park - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 1,666 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property 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 is also known as 824 Relax ON THE Front Porch! Steps TO Beach Pool! Open 4/11 18! Relax ON THE Front Porch! Open 9/28 10/5! Steps TO Beach Pool! ## 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%7C30.26655%2C-85.98245&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PGUTQgF7DPyqyi-Wpl1dprQeV-s=) Panama City Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Carillon Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Camp Helen State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km - Alys Beach - 9 min drive - 8.0 km - Pier Park - 13 min drive - 14.6 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Idyll Hound Proper - ‬5 min drive - ‪Shades Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪Donut Hole - ‬4 min drive - ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬14 min walk - ‪Shaka Sushi And Noodle Bar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! located? > Located in Sunnyside, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Powell Lake and Carillon Beach. Panama City Beaches and Camp Helen State Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## RELAX ON THE FRONT PORCH! STEPS TO BEACH AND POOL!! Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lots of space, a nice home away from home! Short easy walk to the beach access and close to amenities. ##### Ben Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann T. Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacay Great place to gather and celebrate ##### Ann T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy H. Jun 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great long weekend getaway! House was great! Everything you need and easy walk to the beach. ##### Amy H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dena R. May 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sandy Joy was beautiful Great location, very nice house. The ocean was the clearest we have ever seen. ##### Dena R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terresa B. Jul 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sandy Joy Very nice, good location. One bed upstairs was the hardest bed we ever slept on, but we overall really enjoyed our time! We will be back👍 ##### Terresa B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria Q. Mar 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot Easy and pleasant. ##### Victoria Q. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody W. May 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Had a great time. Took my family for a long weekend. Great location for young children. It was close enough to beach for my 2.5 year old to walk. ##### Cody W. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gio B. May 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! This place is amazing and so cozy that , we are making like our own to come back again, is now a tradition that we are keeping it Thank you again to let us stay , we love our pink house!! ##### Gio B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary K. Apr 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Seaside getaway My husband and I met my daughter and her family at Carillon Beach for a few getaway days!!! The home we stayed at in the Carillon Beach neighborhood was perfect in every way!!! The neighborhood and beach were delightful!! The home was spotless, well stocked and extreme comfortable!!! We will be back!!! ##### Mary K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. Jul 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sandy Joy was a Joy The house was charming. Two minute walk to the beach. We enjoyed the Weber grill that surprised us because it was not in the listing. Spacious bedrooms and all necessary utensils. ##### James M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Tom R. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice house. Everything was clean and the whole house was comfortable. The downside was that it is one of the few properties in the community that does not provide those permanent beach loungers and service. Instead they link up to some other company for just canvas chairs. ##### Tom R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda S. Jun 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Excellent ##### Brenda S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gio B., Orlando May 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We love the beautiful pinch house , very cozy too!!! Excellent!! ##### Gio B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark L. Jan 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Rental! Can’t recommend Sandy Joy highly enough if you’re looking for a vacation in Carillon / 30A area. Great accommodations, clean, excellent location, easy walks to beach and pool, beautiful courtyard outside of house. For a five night stay we were only left with two each dishwasher and laundry pods, which is not enough for a family, but maybe we will just learn to bring our own going forward. That’s the only criticism I have. But would happily stay here again. ##### Mark L. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Daphne B. Sep 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Loved the area! ##### Daphne B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwin S. Aug 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### No wi-fi In the end not significant, but the wi-fi password didn't work. I reported it but the issue was not resolved before we left. ##### Edwin S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayce P. Aug 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Sandy Joy We had a wonderful experience at the Sandy Joy. The home was in a perfect location - close to the beach and pool. The home was comfortable and clean. If I had one criticism (and this is being very picky), the WiFi code was inaccurate and we couldn’t find someone to help us get the correct code. Me and my hubby had to make a few work meetings via zoom while at the home and we ended up having to use our hot spot. Otherwise, zero complaints and would totally stay again! ##### Kayce P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan R. Jul 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home! Perfect location! Our family of six came here for 5 nights and had a wonderful time. The home is very spacious (our 4 kids are all adult-sized, aged 14-20) and so lovely! We were a 2 minute walk to the beach.. The only issue we had was that the WiFi password never did work. We did get a response from the maintenance number that they were working on it, but it didn’t get fixed in the time we were there. I’m sure it will be fixed promptly. Also, there are not beach chairs and umbrellas for us to use that go with the house. That should be included included in the description of the house, we thought. The voucher which came was perfect to use for these things, tho. Also, it was great to get a text on our check-in day that the house was ready 2 hours early. Would definitely stay again! ##### Susan R. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice House Listing is exactly as described. Very short walk to beach and one of the pools. Nice neighborhood and beach was not crowded. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Todd S. Jul 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Carillon Beach happy The check in was easy and the location could not have been better. There was a hiccup with Wi-Fi that never got resolved, but management was fast to reply and send someone. Overall, thankful to spend time with the family in an adorable location. ##### Todd S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lesa W. Jun 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Wonderful Beach House We loved this private beach community it is beautiful. Really cute house. Had everything we needed in the kitchen. Very short walk to the beach. Close to the pool too. Had a few minor issues with the house and maintenance responded very quickly. The master bedroom is the smallest bedroom in the house and the master bathroom is tiny with no storage at all. Pedestal sink so nowhere to put anything. There is no beach/water view from the 2nd floor like the picture online shows. Also we were told that being a private beach community the beach would not be as crowded as other beaches. It was very crowded every day. Lots of people smoking cigarettes and marijuana. The smell was horrible. Could not get away from it! We heard others complaining about it too Definitely should make that part of the beach non smoking ##### Lesa W. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Pink House As our grandson named it, we enjoyed our stay at the “pink house”. It was unanimous...we all loved the house and the community. It was a very well equipped with all the things needed to enjoy our stay. We hope to come back soon! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarod D., Albany May 17, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Comfortable and Convenient I really enjoyed my stay here. Everything I needed was in the home and it was within walking distance to the beach and the pool. I enjoyed chatting with other families in the neighborhood and I truly love that the home is in a family friendly gated community. ##### Jarod D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sandy Shore Carillon Beach House was excellent and all we needed for family of 8. Close walk to pool and beach. Neighborhood is outstanding. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda P., Marietta, Georgia Jul 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Alright Not too private. Bring your own blankets. They don’t have extra blankets. VERY short walk to beach! ##### Linda P. 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