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Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf

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Enjoy ocean views from the pool surrounded by palm trees.
Kitchen features a central island with a range hood and microwave, white cabinetry, and a granite countertop.
Relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy cooking and dining in this spacious kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and an oven.
Relax in this inviting living area with a high ceiling, comfortable wicker sofa, and large window.

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf

Location, location, location! Gulf Highlands Resort is one of the best resort properties in Panama City Beach, FL and we have a 3 bedroom/3 bathroom townhome that is perfect for your beach vacation. One of the closest townhomes to the beach access, you will have your feet in the sand before you know it. Sleeping up to 8 people, bring the family or a group of friends and enjoy all that Gulf Highlands and Panama City Beach has to offer.

This townhome is located within mere steps of the beach and is a perfect beach vacation home. The 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms will keep everyone in your group comfortable with enough space to lounge around or get ready for a night at Pier Park. Sleeps up to 8 people. There are 2 queen beds, 2 twin beds, and a sleeper sofa. The living room and 1 guest room have smart TVs. The fully stocked kitchen makes this home perfect to have a home cooked meal or prepare sandwiches for a beach day. Be to the beach within a minute as it's the 1st townhome next to the beach access area. Need to wash something while here? No problem, we have a full size washer and dryer in the home as well! Gulf Highlands also offers 11, yes 11 pools, mini golf, pickleball and tennis courts, a gym, and so much more! Stay at the resort for a day of fun or venture to Pier Park for multiple dining and shopping options. No need to deal with parking garages or elevators, park in 1 of the 2 reserved spots for this townhome and walk right in!

Townhome Highlights:
- 1st townhome next to the beach access area of Gulf Highlands
- Ground Floor Entry
- 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms
- Large fully stocked kitchen
- 2 reserved parking spaces (2 vehicles max, no overflow parking)
- Gated community
- Living room with a sleeper sofa and smart TV
- Separate living space (sun room) behind the kitchen with a small loveseat, accent chair, and direct access to the back yard
- All 3 bedrooms are upstairs in this townhome
- 2 full bathrooms upstairs
- 2 half bathrooms downstairs (1 has a toilet and sink & the other has a stand up shower and sink)
-Ring Doorbell camera at the front door

Sleeping arrangements:
- Master bedroom - 1 queen bed and attached bathroom
- Guest bedroom - 1 queen bed - smart TV
- Guest bedroom - 2 twin beds
- Living room - Sleeper Sofa - smart TV

Gulf Highlands Highlights:
- 11 pools! Yes, 11 pools - 5 are seasonally heated - 1 is a beachfront pool located at The Beach House
- Pickleball Courts
- Tennis Courts
- Shuffleboard Courts
- Mini Golf Course
- Gym
- Beach House Restaurant - open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Local Attractions:
- Beach Access 39 - 1 minute walk out of the back gate
- Rock'it Lanes - 0.8 miles - 4 minutes
- Bayou on the Beach - 0.4 miles - 2 minutes
- Wal-Mart - 1.2 miles - 5 minutes
- Ripley's Believe It or Not - 1.2 miles - 5 minutes
- Wonderworks - 1.2 miles - 5 minutes
- Publix Super Market - 1.3 miles - 6 minutes
- Frank Brown Park - 5.8 miles - 14 minutes
- Publix Sports Park - 4.2 miles - 10 minutes
- Pier Park - 4.9 miles - 13 minutes

Additional Information:
-There is a Ring Doorbell camera at the front door.

-No more than 2 vehicles are allowed. The resort has 2 designated parking spaces for each unit. There is no overflow parking.

-No outside golf carts or scooters are allowed within the resort.

-No smoking or vaping, no pets, and no events allowed.

-Guests must be 21 years of age or older to rent and are required to email a photo ID at the time of booking. The guest making the reservation must also be present for the duration of the stay.

-Third party bookings are NOT allowed.

-A rental agreement must be signed to confirm your reservation. If the agreement is not signed and the reservation is not paid in full, you will not receive the arrival information. Provided all requirements are met, the arrival details will be emailed 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival.

-Check-in is anytime after 4 PM Central Time. You may request an early arrival for an additional fee; however, please note that it is not guaranteed, as it depends on the availability of the unit after morning check-outs and the cleaning & inspection schedule. If you require an early arrival, you may consider booking for the night prior.

-Check-out is strictly at 10 AM Central Time. Any departure after this time will result in an additional fee.

-Quiet hours are 10pm to 7am per the City of Panama City Beach Noise Ordinance

-Please understand that Florida's natural environment includes bugs, insects, ants, mosquitoes, and spiders. We perform regular interior and exterior pest control, but keeping doors, windows, and sliders closed will help prevent entry. No refunds will be issued for sightings of bugs or wildlife in or around the property.

-Supplies:
We provide a starter pack of supplies, including 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, 1 trash bag per trash can, 1 packet of dish detergent and 1 packet of laundry detergent, to get you started. For additional supplies, there are nearby stores. This is meant to get you through your first day or so until you can get to a store.

-By renting this home you acknowledge that you understand you enter and occupy the premises at your own risk and that the homeowner and Sun & Sand Rentals are not and will not be responsible for injuries or deaths that may occur on our property. You, and all of your guests attending, agree that everything you use is at your own risk, including any beach equipment left on the property. By renting this home, you agree that you are also financially responsible for any third party damages that are caused by your group. Neither the homeowner or Sun & Sand Rentals are liable, financially or otherwise, for any accidental or intentional third party damages your party causes.

Property manager

Sun & Sand Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

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 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 63842

Property is also known as

838639

About the area

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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Thomas Drive - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pier Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rock'it Lanes - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Wicked Wheel Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Highlands - Steps to Beach - 11 Pools - Mini Golf located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Panama City Beaches and Thomas Drive. Edgewater Gulf Beach and Rockit Lanes are also within 10 minutes.

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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We had a great time! Location is incredible! Many things needed cleaned but it wont deter us from another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025