Welcome to Beach Bum Retreat in Panama City Beach, Florida. Located in the quiet gated community of Gulf Highlands Beach Resort, this charming 2-bedroom townhouse is just a 3-minute walk from private beach access and steps away from one of the 11 outdoor pools. Enjoy FREE mini golf, pickleball, tennis, playgrounds and shuffleboard within the resort.
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9.09.0 out of 10
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 690 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits
Welcome to Beach Bum Retreat at Gulf Highlands Beach Resort. 11 pools. Private beach access. Park at your front door: no elevators, no luggage carts, no waiting. Our 2-bedroom townhouse sleeps 6 and was just updated with new luxury vinyl flooring throughout. King bed in the master, two queens in the second room, full kitchen, washer and dryer in unit. The beach is a 3-minute walk. Gulf Highlands is a fully gated resort with quiet streets, the kind of place where kids can roam without parents worrying about traffic.
The Space: The master bedroom has a king bed, its own Smart TV, and a private en suite bathroom. The second bedroom has two queen beds and a Smart TV, perfect for kids, a second couple, or the friends who always end up on the trip. The living room is bright and comfortable with fresh new flooring and plenty of space to unwind after a beach day. The full kitchen is stocked with cookware, dishes, a drip coffee maker, and a Keurig so you are not forced to eat out every meal. Washer and dryer are in the unit. Two reserved parking spaces sit directly outside your front door. Central AC throughout. We just updated our listing photos to reflect the current condition of the property — take a look before you book.
Guest Access: Guests have full access to all Gulf Highlands Beach Resort amenities: 11 resort pools Private Gulf beach access — 3-minute walk from the unit Beachfront dining at the resort restaurant Mini golf Community gym Pickleball and tennis courts Gated resort with security Two reserved parking spaces directly outside your front door Golf carts are popular throughout the resort. Carts must be rented through resort-approved vendors — outside rentals are not permitted on property.
Neighborhood: Gulf Highlands sits on the west end of Panama City Beach — quieter and more residential than the Pier Park strip, but close to everything worth doing. The Gulf of Mexico is directly across the street: emerald water, white sand, and a designated crosswalk signal to safely get your family across Front Beach Road. The resort's beachfront restaurant is right there once you cross. Shipwreck Island Waterpark is a 2-minute drive. Pier Park — restaurants, shopping, live entertainment — is just minutes away.
Getting Around: A car is the easiest way around PCB and parking is never a problem here — two reserved spaces at your door. Uber and Lyft operate throughout Panama City Beach. The beach, all 11 pools, and the resort restaurant are all walkable from the unit.
Guest Interaction: Self check-in with keyless entry — no office stop, no key pickup. Full instructions sent before your arrival. We stay out of your way but are easy to reach and typically respond within the hour if you need anything.
Other Details: Grocery and essentials nearby: Walmart — 5 minutes (1.2 miles) Publix — 6 minutes (1.3 miles) Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) — 29 minutes (17.9 miles) Uber and Lyft available throughout PCB Registration: 48082
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Fenced private pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
6 outdoor pickleball courts
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
2 reserved parking spaces in front of unit. No trailers allowed. Per HOA guidelines, your vehicle will be towed at guest's expense if illegally parked
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 48082
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Thomas Drive and Pier Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Rockit Lanes, or check out an event or a game at Publix Sports Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Panama City Beach travel guide
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K
15 min walk
Beef 'O' Brady's
15 min walk
The Wicked Wheel
14 min walk
Taco Bell
11 min walk
All American Diner
10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits located?
Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hombre Golf Club and Panama City Beaches. Thomas Drive is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.
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11 Pools · Sleeps 6 · Drive-Up Townhouse · Beach Access · No Elevator Waits Reviews
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Condo was exactly as shown, very comfortable place. Everything you need for home and beach. Owners are quick to respond if needed. Definitely will book again if in the area!
Location of the property was fantastic. 5 minute walk to the beach through the property grounds. The extra beach items were a plus when traveling with kids. Wagon, cooler and toys. Umbrella needed a little help...Communication with the host was super and check in process was easy. Had a few minor hitches at the property but nothing that would have me recommend someone not stay. Informed Steve of these things just in the event this was a housekeeping issue. Overall pleased with our stay.
We had an amazing week staying at this property. Loved the communication from the host very friendly and forth coming. Wil definitely look to book with them for our next family vacation
This condo was clean and well maintained. Well stocked kitchen. We enjoyed borrowing the beach wagon. However, I felt it was overpriced in comparison others within the community and doing research.
Owner responded quickly to small issue we had. Close to the beach and pools. Downfall was that the condo was not clean. Also, the beach house was closed for the entire time I was there (2 months). I felt the condo was overpriced considering.
Overall it wasn’t bad. But the distance to the beach is further than told and you can’t rent golf carts and use them on the property unless they come from the property. We didn’t know that ahead of time and booked a golf cart with an outside source causing us to have to do a lot of extra stuff to be able to use the golf cart.
Clean and decorated very cute! Nice of hosts to have a closet full of recreation equipment! (Shuffle board, tennis, Mini golf, as well at beach things, surf boards, buckets, shovels, nets, rafts, beach umbrella, beach chairs! Everything you need! Location has a variety of fun places to see and eat! Kitchen was well stock with all you needed to cook in. It was also great to have both a washer and a dryer in the unit..as we stayed a month. Most FL places only have a washer or shared pay washers and dryer on a certain floor. The owners kept in touched to make sure everything was going well! Would definitely recommend.
Perfect place for 2 and our dog. The unit was spotless and cozy. It's close to everything including the Gulf. Friendly little boy that came and talked with us. It was a wonderful weekend!