Private Home*Beachfront* Dog Friendly* Sleeps 16
4.9
Outstanding(24 Reviews)House in Lower Grand Lagoon, FL
16 guests · 6 bedrooms · 7 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Make memories with your family at Surfside Retreat! Bathrooms Renovated December 2023; new photos of the bathrooms coming soon.
Great Location perfect for multifamily or a group. This is a 5 BR 5 Bath (& 2 half baths!) beachfront home! Sleeps 14 in Beds & 2 on a pull out sleeper sofa (Max guests 16). Located directly on the beach; no busy road to cross! This is a great home for one large family or two smaller families that care to share the cost of a beach rental. With five bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and one large kitchen and living space, everyone will have enough space to spread out. Wake up to a beautiful beach view and enjoy your coffee while listening to the relaxing sounds of the ocean.
Minimum age to rent: 25 years
We encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance, such as CFAR (Cancel For Any Reason) or whatever suits your personal needs (weather, COVID, other trip issues).
The space: Surfside Retreat is a beautifully finished beach front house. It is located on the east end of Panama City Beach on Surf Drive just down the street from the popular Longboards Restaurant and Bar. Moving in with your beach gear is a breeze with private parking available just outside the front door for up to 5 cars or 3 full-size SUVs. (Guests may not park on the street or at any adjacent complex.) Just walk out the back door and paradise awaits. The property boasts HDTVs with Rokus throughout the home, live channels via YouTube TV, as well as high speed wifi that is perfect for streaming.
Important: This home sleeps 16 (14 in beds + 2 in sleeper sofa) - Maximum guests allowed is 16.
Property is Dog Friendly with pet fee. There is a non refundable pet fee of $150 per pet, up to two dogs. Pet owners must clean up after pets. Pets are not allowed on furniture under any circumstances. Some restrictions may apply.
All bed linens and interior towels are included. Please bring your own beach towels. Full size washer and dryer are available in the laundry room.
A play yard, high chair, and baby gate are located in the closet for guest use. Please note, no linens are provided for the play yard. Additional baby equipment may be rented from BabyQuip.
Main Level includes: 1st Bedroom with King bed and en suite full bathroom (shower/tub combination, vanity with sink, toilet)
2nd Bedroom with King bed and en suite full bathroom (shower/tub combination, vanity with sink, toilet)
Half Bathroom
Beautifully renovated kitchen with large island boasting seating for 6
Dining area for 16 people
Living Room with plenty of seating
There is one queen pull-out sofa in the main living room
Basement:
Game Room with foosball table and digital arcade
Half Bathroom
3rd bedroom with two Double beds and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
4th bedroom with King bed and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
5th bedroom, Main suite with one King bed and trundle bed (Full daybed, Single trundle underneath) and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
Please note that the basement has 7ft ceilings.
The kitchen is well equipped with quartz counter tops, new stainless steel appliances (including both a full size refrigerator/freezer, a second refrigerator for refreshments, and an ice maker!) and all the essentials for lovingly preparing meals for the family. Everything you need to serve 16 people is available including dishes, flatware, and glassware. A full set of cookware (including large pots for crowds) and utensils are also provided. There is a drip and Keurig coffee maker; bring your own favorite coffee and filters. Dine inside or outside, it's up to you! No waiting in line and no reservations required when you have your own home instead of just a hotel room!
The patio and deck provide ample entertainment, including string lights and ample seating for your entire group. There is a BBQ grill and large outdoor Connect-4 game set along with dining tables and sofa seating. One outside shower helps to keep salt & sand outside the home.
This property requires a security deposit, it will be collected separately by the property prior to check in. This security is a credit card hold that may be released after check out if no damages occur (please refer to rental agreement upon booking).
Note: Two security cameras record the driveway in the front of the property.
ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES
Quiet time is after 9:30 pm and strictly enforced. Parties are not allowed in this quiet residential neighborhood. If you are night owls, this property is not for you. If you bring more people than reflected on your reservation you will be asked to leave without a refund. At least one adult who is 25 years of age. If these rules sound like they won't work - you have 24 hours to cancel penalty-free!
Travel Protection Insurance: Travel protection service is highly recommended and can be purchased directly from a number of independent reputable national providers.
Florida's hot and humid weather is not only lovely for visitors, but for endemic insects too. Endemic insects and fauna may occasionally find their way into our home. To prevent local resident pests from enjoying our home, we do have regularly scheduled pest control treatments to keep the home pest free. Guests may help prevent insects from joining them by keeping doors and windows closed, wiping down counters, and putting away food properly.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING, NO VAPING, NO ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES, OR DRUGS ON THE PREMISES
Shopping Nearby: There are 2 major grocery stores and a Super Walmart within 2 miles. Pier Park is an ideal place for shopping and is only a 10 to 15 minute drive from the house. At Pier Park you will find several major department stores, many outlet stores, specialty stores, unique apparel and jewelry stores, fun activities for the kids, a major 16 theater cinema, and some of the best restaurants in the area.
Easy Access: Thomas Drive has the best traffic flow in the area. During the busiest times of spring break and peak summer weeks, Front Beach Road experiences bumper to bumper traffic. From Thomas Drive you can drive anywhere in minutes without the hassle of traffic.
Fun Activities: Shipwreck Island water park is a blast for the whole family in the heat of the summer. Zoo World and Gulf World are also great family activities. Within a very short distance of the house there are several venues for miniature golf, bumper boats, sling shot bungee rides, a Ripley's Believe It or Not, and all the beach activities one could ask for. For the golfing enthusiasts, there are 5 public courses within minutes of the house. St. Andrews state park is just a short drive down Thomas Drive. Additionally, boat tours to Shell Island or boat charters are available from several local companies.
A signed rental agreement and scheduled security deposit is required within 7 calendar days of booking in order to complete your booking.
Great Location perfect for multifamily or a group. This is a 5 BR 5 Bath (& 2 half baths!) beachfront home! Sleeps 14 in Beds & 2 on a pull out sleeper sofa (Max guests 16). Located directly on the beach; no busy road to cross! This is a great home for one large family or two smaller families that care to share the cost of a beach rental. With five bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and one large kitchen and living space, everyone will have enough space to spread out. Wake up to a beautiful beach view and enjoy your coffee while listening to the relaxing sounds of the ocean.
Minimum age to rent: 25 years
We encourage all guests to purchase travel insurance, such as CFAR (Cancel For Any Reason) or whatever suits your personal needs (weather, COVID, other trip issues).
The space: Surfside Retreat is a beautifully finished beach front house. It is located on the east end of Panama City Beach on Surf Drive just down the street from the popular Longboards Restaurant and Bar. Moving in with your beach gear is a breeze with private parking available just outside the front door for up to 5 cars or 3 full-size SUVs. (Guests may not park on the street or at any adjacent complex.) Just walk out the back door and paradise awaits. The property boasts HDTVs with Rokus throughout the home, live channels via YouTube TV, as well as high speed wifi that is perfect for streaming.
Important: This home sleeps 16 (14 in beds + 2 in sleeper sofa) - Maximum guests allowed is 16.
Property is Dog Friendly with pet fee. There is a non refundable pet fee of $150 per pet, up to two dogs. Pet owners must clean up after pets. Pets are not allowed on furniture under any circumstances. Some restrictions may apply.
All bed linens and interior towels are included. Please bring your own beach towels. Full size washer and dryer are available in the laundry room.
A play yard, high chair, and baby gate are located in the closet for guest use. Please note, no linens are provided for the play yard. Additional baby equipment may be rented from BabyQuip.
Main Level includes: 1st Bedroom with King bed and en suite full bathroom (shower/tub combination, vanity with sink, toilet)
2nd Bedroom with King bed and en suite full bathroom (shower/tub combination, vanity with sink, toilet)
Half Bathroom
Beautifully renovated kitchen with large island boasting seating for 6
Dining area for 16 people
Living Room with plenty of seating
There is one queen pull-out sofa in the main living room
Basement:
Game Room with foosball table and digital arcade
Half Bathroom
3rd bedroom with two Double beds and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
4th bedroom with King bed and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
5th bedroom, Main suite with one King bed and trundle bed (Full daybed, Single trundle underneath) and ensuite bathroom (shower, vanity with sink, toilet)
Please note that the basement has 7ft ceilings.
The kitchen is well equipped with quartz counter tops, new stainless steel appliances (including both a full size refrigerator/freezer, a second refrigerator for refreshments, and an ice maker!) and all the essentials for lovingly preparing meals for the family. Everything you need to serve 16 people is available including dishes, flatware, and glassware. A full set of cookware (including large pots for crowds) and utensils are also provided. There is a drip and Keurig coffee maker; bring your own favorite coffee and filters. Dine inside or outside, it's up to you! No waiting in line and no reservations required when you have your own home instead of just a hotel room!
The patio and deck provide ample entertainment, including string lights and ample seating for your entire group. There is a BBQ grill and large outdoor Connect-4 game set along with dining tables and sofa seating. One outside shower helps to keep salt & sand outside the home.
This property requires a security deposit, it will be collected separately by the property prior to check in. This security is a credit card hold that may be released after check out if no damages occur (please refer to rental agreement upon booking).
Note: Two security cameras record the driveway in the front of the property.
ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES
Quiet time is after 9:30 pm and strictly enforced. Parties are not allowed in this quiet residential neighborhood. If you are night owls, this property is not for you. If you bring more people than reflected on your reservation you will be asked to leave without a refund. At least one adult who is 25 years of age. If these rules sound like they won't work - you have 24 hours to cancel penalty-free!
Travel Protection Insurance: Travel protection service is highly recommended and can be purchased directly from a number of independent reputable national providers.
Florida's hot and humid weather is not only lovely for visitors, but for endemic insects too. Endemic insects and fauna may occasionally find their way into our home. To prevent local resident pests from enjoying our home, we do have regularly scheduled pest control treatments to keep the home pest free. Guests may help prevent insects from joining them by keeping doors and windows closed, wiping down counters, and putting away food properly.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING, NO VAPING, NO ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES, OR DRUGS ON THE PREMISES
Shopping Nearby: There are 2 major grocery stores and a Super Walmart within 2 miles. Pier Park is an ideal place for shopping and is only a 10 to 15 minute drive from the house. At Pier Park you will find several major department stores, many outlet stores, specialty stores, unique apparel and jewelry stores, fun activities for the kids, a major 16 theater cinema, and some of the best restaurants in the area.
Easy Access: Thomas Drive has the best traffic flow in the area. During the busiest times of spring break and peak summer weeks, Front Beach Road experiences bumper to bumper traffic. From Thomas Drive you can drive anywhere in minutes without the hassle of traffic.
Fun Activities: Shipwreck Island water park is a blast for the whole family in the heat of the summer. Zoo World and Gulf World are also great family activities. Within a very short distance of the house there are several venues for miniature golf, bumper boats, sling shot bungee rides, a Ripley's Believe It or Not, and all the beach activities one could ask for. For the golfing enthusiasts, there are 5 public courses within minutes of the house. St. Andrews state park is just a short drive down Thomas Drive. Additionally, boat tours to Shell Island or boat charters are available from several local companies.
A signed rental agreement and scheduled security deposit is required within 7 calendar days of booking in order to complete your booking.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Lower Grand Lagoon, FL
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(24 Reviews)4.9
Great place! Very spacious for our large family.
4.9
I've stayed in 100's of BnBs/Rentals across the globe. I have never stayed somewhere that so exceeded expectations.
Location, Location, Location. Is perfect.
50 yards from the beach. the heavy beach crowd falls on either side of a series of houses, with this in the middle. So the beach is less congested. It's easy walking distance to a great seafood place (Surfside seafood) which also has a bar. The Alibi Bar is also nearby with live bands. A longer but doable walk to strip mall with a great Pizza place (Brick and Barley) liquor store (Newbys) and Ice cream shoppe (Mr Puffs). 10 min from the wharf and St Andrews old town and state park. The white sands are just as advertised.
House Amenities
Completely updated and renovated. 5 bedrooms, each with a very nice walk in shower. The "Master" in the basement has a king and a day bed which would slide four kids or two adults. Basically you can sleep in beds 16 people and have 5 full baths and 2 1/2 baths to work with. The tile is neat and easy to keep clean. The ENORMOUS table can seat 16 with another 8 or so at a large kitchen buffet. Kitchen is completely stocked with everything you need to cook. Decor is great and modern. Little things like power strips with USB ports in all the room and multiple outlets on the breakfast bar. The two large tables on the upper deck (which is covered) is a great.
Negatives? gotta stretch to find any. Beach chairs could use updating. The front door electronic lock is finicky.
4.9
We enjoyed our stay SO much! The host checked in mid stay to make sure we had everything we needed. The house fully stocked with all the things you would need and the location is amazing!
4.9
This property was amazing! Very well stocked, both kitchen and bathrooms. We loved sitting on the balcony to drink our coffee. Very close to the water. I would love to stay here again. We didn’t have any issues but a couple of questions that were answered very quickly by Patrick. I highly recommend this house!
4.9
The beachfront home is nicely nestled among low-rise townhomes. Majority of the time, the location is very quiet with low traffic. There is a bar a couple of blocks within walking distance if you're looking for some evening grub and live music; if not, then you're insulated from the sounds once inside. The rental is well depicted in all the online photos - it was spacious for 5 teenagers (shared the downstairs bedrooms), 4 adults (upstair bedrooms), and a sweet Bullmastiff. We had a great view and it was so convenient to walk to and from the beach. Despite it being a holiday weekend, our location was not crowded compared to the high rise condominiums further down on both sides. What a convenience and perk not to struggle for elevators and crowds!
4.9
Extremely kid friendly house! Well stocked with anything you could possibly need and very spacious. Pictures accurately depict house.
Only suggestion would be to update some of the beach chairs.
4.9
I can not brag about this house enough! It was exactly like the house in the photos ❤️ Very nice furnishings and stocked with everything you can think of. The best part is the two story decks with “wash off” areas and its own short beach access. There were even plenty of beach chairs, a beach wagon, swimboards, and umbrella. And two sets of refrigerators and washer/dryers were a hit! Will definitely rent again for a big group!
4.9
Perfect location for a family celebration. Plenty of space for ultimate comfort. Quick access to the beach!
4.9
Loved the house and location. Just a few steps to the beach really no need to pack a cooler for the day. Definitely will book again.
4.9
This house was perfect for our family vacation. With 7 adults and one baby, everyone had their own space and more. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. Most of our time was spent relaxing on the upper deck with spectacular views of the ocean! We usually stay in a condo so this was our first time to have a house. It was so nice to be able to step out the back door and be on the beach. Would definitely return!
4.9
A perfect spot on the beach with easy convenient beach days. Kids and Adults could go on and off the beach without it being a project!
Grandkids had coffee on the beach with Poppi every morning!
Had the perfect stay!
4.9
Great house with amazing views! Our family of 9 adults and 5 kids spent a wonderful week here. The kitchen was stocked better than most VRBO homes…plenty of pots, pans and utensils. The extra fridge and ice maker were very handy. I highly recommend this house for large groups especially with children. The direct access to the beach made it easy. I’d definitely consider staying here again!
4.9
Would stay again
4.9
We had a wonderful stay at this rental! Beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the ocean. Clean, comfortable and spacious inside. Host was quick to respond to questions and the check in/out process was seamless.
4.9
Beautiful home and property! Had everything our large family of 13 needed… Great open space for eating and gathering.. steps away from beach! Easy to rent/communicate with owner. We will be back !
4.9
Our family had the best time staying here. The house is beautiful and the view is perfect only a few steps to the beach. Lots of room for a big family. The owner was very helpful we had a problem getting the dishwasher to work he had someone out quickly and got the problem fixed. We will definitely stay again.
4.9
I would have given 5 stars across all categories but we had an issue with a sewer/septic smell that was so strong in one of the master rooms downstairs that we couldn't sleep in there the last night.
It was the last 2 days that it got really bad and we didn't want maintenance in there while we are all trying to remote work and spend time together.
POSITIVES
Very well organized with electronics - USB charges, all smart tvs, etc
Lots of seating for all guests
Everything is feels nice but not so over the top that the beach environment will destroy it. It was a good balance of nice to practical.
Chairs for the beach were nice.
I have some negatives, while I have these negatives, it's worth noting I do plan on returning.
Primary floor is on the second floor.
Very loud foot steps.
The two bedrooms are directly under the living room and dining room anyone trying to sleep early or sleep in hears every foot step (worse with kids)
The patio tables - when sitting at these tables the view of the ocean is blocked by the safety rail being at the exact wrong height.
We so recommend this place.
My recommendation would be SO much more if we didn't have the smell issue and somehow something could be done about the loud foot steps.
Thank you for a great place
4.9
This home has all the room you need to have your whole family stay in one spot. Kitchen was well equipped. Right on the beach. Great restaurants nearby. The owner and owners agents were very friendly and responsive.
We will be back! Thank you Patrick!
4.9
House is directly on beach. Easy walk. Quiet area but close to grocery and food. Owner was very responsive to questions.
4.9
The kids had a great time. The baby was able to sleep in silence while the other kids played and ran in and out. Place was beautiful, beds were comfortable, and kitten had everything we needed.
4.9
Great beachfront home for the whole family
This house was perfect for our multiple family trip! There was a total of 13 of us, including a 2 y/o, 2 teenagers, and adults from middle aged to mid-70. EVERYONE had a great time. The walk to the beach was so close and convenient that my dad, who had surgery and uses a cane, found it convenient to go out to the beach several times a day.
The newly renovated kitchen was beautiful and had everything you needed (all new utensils, cups/bowls/plates, pots/pans/baking pans, ziploc bags, trash bags, a grater(!) that i needed to get some lemon zest, and even potato chip clips!) The owners really thought about everything that you would need to make this place feel like home.
The rooms were all very spacious and beds were very comfortable. Fresh and clean sheets. They had a pack ‘n play (it seemed new) and my 2 y/o slept in it wonderfully. (we did bring our own pack ‘n play mattress for more comfort)
The bathrooms were maybe a little older but they were all clean, and having 5 full bathrooms (one in each room) plus 2 powder rooms gave everyone the privacy they needed!
There’s a TV in each room, but we didn’t find a need for it, as everyone hung out in the open concept living room/kitchen area. It was just so spacious! We also loved the upper deck area, as it was also spacious. We used the grill for one meal and all worked great.
This has been by far one of the best experiences I’ve had with a rental property. Patrick was so pleasant to work with. We communicated so much prior to our rental date. He promptly answered every little question I had in preparation for this trip.
4.9
Wonderful Beachfront Property!
Such a wonderful house and experience. Highly recommend! Can't say enough good things - everything was very clean, the rooms were very spacious (we were a small group, but it could have nicely accomodated a larger group while still giving everyone plenty of room), and it was beautifully decorated. House was right on the beach, so you only had to walk out the door and you were on the sand and headed to the water. Upper and lower decks with great views of the ocean and comfortable furniture. Lots of great accomodations including beach chairs and wagons, tons of dishes, pots and pans, bath towels, etc. Bring your own beach towels and shampoo, but other than that, everything you could want was included at the rental (even a foosball table and a classic Atari game table!!). It made for a wonderful and relaxing vacation!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lower Grand Lagoon?
The average price for a rental in Lower Grand Lagoon is $351 per night. This rental is $1,072 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Private Home*Beachfront* Dog Friendly* Sleeps 16. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Private Home*Beachfront* Dog Friendly* Sleeps 16. Enjoy the water!
Is Private Home*Beachfront* Dog Friendly* Sleeps 16 pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Private Home*Beachfront* Dog Friendly* Sleeps 16?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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