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Close to Shipwreck Island Waterpark, The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome provides a water park, a playground and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome

  • Welcome to The Sandy Turtle, a townhome in Gulf Highlands Beach Resort that sleeps 8, welcomes 2 pups, and includes use of a street-legal golf cart for no additional cost.

    The Sandy Turtle townhome is a ground floor, two story, end-unit townhome that is upgraded, beachy, clean and comfortable. The downstairs offers an open floor plan with a living area that is spacious with a comfy couch and loveseat plus smart TV, and the dining area seats six. The kitchen is well equipped with all appliances needed for meals and snacks including a traditional full pot coffee maker and a single cup maker, cookware, dishware, and utensils. A half bath is located just off the living area, along with a washer and dryer. An enclosed Florida room out back offers storage for your beach gear and a sliding glass door to the private back yard area.

    Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms: both with king beds, smart TVs, and clothing storage. The full bathroom between them has a vanity and tub/shower combo.

    Guests will be able to park in two dedicated parking spots directly in front of our entry door. No waiting on elevators.

    Out the back door, there is a patio with a table and benches with a great green space perfect for stretching little legs or for pups. Enjoy the nearby pool, putt-putt course, and shuffleboard courts, all within walking distance. The resort also features tennis courts and pickleball courts, just a short walk or golf cart ride away.

    The Sandy Turtle includes use of our street-legal golf cart (seats 6) for no additional cost. All drivers must be 21 years or older and follow the rules of PCB regarding where street-legal carts are allowed (a map is provided). Golf carts can enter and depart the resort through a convenient automated gate. The beach is a quick golf cart ride or short walk within the resort to the Front Beach Road gate, where you can easily cross over to the private beach access.

    Primary renter must be at least 21 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. Booking includes parking passes for two vehicles. No additional passes are allowed, no trailer or boat parking is available. Pets are limited to two.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Primary guest must be 25 to rent, be at the property for the duration of the stay, and sign a digital rental agre
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. Booking includes up to two parking passes.

Pets

Pets are 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

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 71906

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive 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 and WonderWorks Panama City Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Panama City Beach travel guide
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Gulf Beach
    Edgewater Gulf Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Panama City Beaches
    Panama City Beaches
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Thomas Drive
    3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • The Wicked Wheel
    17 min walk
  • Another Broken Egg Cafe
    19 min walk
  • Culver's
    4 min drive
  • Ocean's Bar & Grill (Edgewater Beach Resort)
    19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome have a pool?

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

Is The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Hombre Golf Club and Panama City Beaches. Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Thomas Drive are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Keeli B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable place! Golf cart was so much fun! Everything was clean and it came with stuff for the beach. Communication with the host was amazing. We had a great trip! I would love to come stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

barb h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The street Golf Cart was a lot of fun! We will defiantly contact the host again when we return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026