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Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly

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Iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Property grounds
Pool
Beach nearby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 4626 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly

Top of the Gulf 612

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Perfect for small, budget-conscious groups of friends, traveling business people, and families alike, this studio-style condo provides a great way to experience the Panama City Beach area! Take your next seaside, sun-filled vacation at this cozy, well-equipped studio condo and enjoy the benefits of staying in a complex, like having access to amenities like a pool with sun deck, fitness center, and barbecue at an affordable price. Located right on the beach in the Top of the Gulf condo complex in beautiful Panama City Beach, this little rental will serve as the perfect home base while you focus on your outdoor activities and sightseeing. Pier Park is only seven miles away, and you'll also have easy access to many restaurants and clubs. This bright, cheerful vacation rental has spacious windows and a mirrored wall to give the space an open sunny feel.

At the end of the day or during meal prep, enjoy the TV, complete with cable. A breakfast bar separates the living/sleeping space and the well-equipped kitchen.

If you come to Panama City Beach, chances are you'll want to spend most of your time soaking up the sun and playing in the waves on the pristine beach. But if you want a change of pace, consider exploring Pier Park Mall for some shopping or to catch a movie. Book one of the many tours in the area and experience the rush of snorkeling, diving, or swimming with dolphins. Those on family vacation will find numerous options for the kids from Pirate's Island, Pier Park Amusements, and ZooWorld Conservatory, to name a few. And those on adult-only vacations will enjoy Panama City Beach Winery and the many local nightclubs and restaurants in the area.

Whether your next trip is a family vacation or for adults only, the plentiful options in Panama City Beach will provide you with more than enough to keep you busy on your next sun-filed romp on the beach. Reserve your spot today!

THINGS TO KNOW
Maximum occupancy includes babies and toddlers.

Parking notes: There is parking available for a fee and charges will apply for 1 vehicle.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 626 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
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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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 34076

Property is also known as

Top Gulf Studio Sand W/shared Pools sun Deck Snowbirds Welcome
Top Gulf Studio Sand W/shared Pools sun Deck Snowbirds Welcome
2401

About the area

Map
Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Thomas Drive - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Panama City Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Publix Sports Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hammerhead Fred's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Ugly Saloon - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly?

As of Apr 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly on Apr 16, 2025 start from CA $79.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Thomas Drive and Panama City Beaches. Signal Hill Country Club and Signal Hill Golf Course are also within 10 minutes.

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Studio by the sand with pools, sundeck & easy beach access - snowbird-friendly Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 49 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

Overall great
Only bad thing you’re only allowed 4 guest which is perfect for us and we couldn’t rent a golf cart for the kids because they don’t allow them on property
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8/10 Good

Kim W.

Needs work on clean up
We loved that the complex was centrally located to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Erin R.

Nice for a night
It was nice for a night. The room was clean. The beds were hard, not the most comfortable. Shower pressure was low. The check in process was a little difficult, due to the verification process. But overall, it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunny C.

Great trip!
The room was exactly as described! The complex was great! We could walk to dinner, grab ice cream and shop without even having to move the car!! That was a huge plus with the teenager that wanted to get away at the end of the night. Already trying to figure out when we can come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ron B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
unhappy
room small (minor), however, bathroom needs help Complain to Vacassa that bathtub knob was broken. Husband able to temporary fix to be useable. No closets, but in storage room in our area there was a towel much like a broom handle to hang clothes. Shower was not clean, dirt in tub probably because of broken knob. Appeared that there had been a leek in rooms above because of bubble in ceiling over sink. Under sink was deplorable. Never anyone in office. By the window, it appeared to be broken tile. Building sadly needs help. Would not recommend the unit nor Vacassa. Will not be back. Light is needed by beds and directions on use of TV is needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lynette s.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Andria G.

Quick Getaway
Great location for a quick getaway. Room was easily located to all the action. The pool was great, which I would have brought some charcoal to grill by the pool!
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8/10 Good

Kyle C.

Amazing vacation
Condo was a little dated but clean and bug free

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Much better this year
Was very impressed with improvements and renovations made by from last year to this year internally and externally. I was thinkings last year that things were getting run down. The check in on first floor much better. Nicer appearance too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

The room was very nice
We would stay again the room over all was very nice bathroom could of been a little cleaner location was fabulous and the view was absolutely breath taking .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Great location
The unit was great
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Charity J.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Rethink staying here if you are considering this property!
Very outdated. Bathroom is very tiny, the bathtub is EXTREMELY slick and very dangerous. The iron was scorched, with a hole in the side of the water reserve, and no ironing board. My wife was blowing her hair dry on our last night and it tripped a breaker. There was no safety plug, so we had no way to reset the circuit. The property makes you wear a neon orange bracelet. First off, we were there on business and don’t need to look like we’ve been out clubbing before a business meeting. Secondly it’s NOVEMBER, and there were less than 15 cars in the parking lot. Not many drunk college kids wandering in to use the pool, and La Vela is closed. Don’t ask for more toilet paper……NOT RECOMMENDED
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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4/10 Poor

Ally S.

Mold/ Mildew
The beds were comfortable but it smelled like mold/ mildew in the room terribly!! You open the door and it hits you! The walls had bubbles behind the paint that you could push and it move. The entry way wall was dented in and felt wet. Gross. The bathroom was so small you could barely shut the door when you’re standing in there. The toilet barely flushed. The towel Area where they threw the towels was dirty and brown…. The building itself was great. The people here at the entry are nice and personable. The building and pool were nice definitely would go back to this building but to another room, I wouldn’t choose this room again that’s for sure..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Kim G.

TOP OF THE GULF
Building and room could use some renovating. Condo needs to be deep cleaned. Otherwise, it was what I expected for the price!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

it was a great experience!
overall it had a great view, it was big enough for just 2 people, and we loved the property. definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Great place to stay
Felt safe. Very quiet. Serene surroundings! Thank you for a great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Rionna C.

Nice place great view
Nice place great view. My kids and I enjoyed ourselves very much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Terry M.

Disliked: Communication
Worst VRBO experience ever!
Booked property for two nights. Before 8 a.m. on second day was informed by onsite property staff that I had 30 mins. to vacate the unit as the unit was scheduled to have the windows removed. Spent hours on the phone and running around to find a last minute place to stay. Property management was rude and less than helpful. Was able to get another unit, but was not beachfront. Onsite property staff stated emails have gone out weekly for past month reminding them of window replacement. This whole experience has left me a bit "gun shy" in booking future stays with this management company.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

Great
Best place for cheap price
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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6/10 Okay

Deborah S.

Deb.S
For what my best friend and I needed it was great. Extremely outdated (appliances and decor) blinds were broken. The blender was not clean. Beds were comfortable. And location was perfect !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
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2/10 Terrible

Alexis J.

Room 612
This room was very dirty. Had not been cleaned in a while. There was sand all over the floor when we arrived and there was sand all in the bed sheets. I know or a fact that the room had not been cleaned recently because there was someone's swimsuit at the top of the shower when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
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8/10 Good

Christena H.

Enjoyed are stay during covid 19!
I Was very happy with my stay the hotel had very nice smelling elevators and germx dispensers all around! this place was half the price of other places for beach view! overall we had a nice time and the room was ready early, we were surprised to see right outside of our door there was a balcony with seating to sit out and look at the beach as well as they provided chairs and an umbrella in the extra room if you forget it! there wasn’t a fitted sheet on our bed which could’ve been cleaning service and not actual owners issue!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

2/10 Terrible

David P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Terrible rental agency
We could not stay at your rental. After trying to get in room with the code given for over an hour, waiting on hold for 30 min and no one from your team answering, the local office lady gave us another code that worked but room had not been cleaned. It was nasty and I wouldnt have stayed there after seeing they shape it was in. Worst experience ever with a rental! Its now 7am the next day and we are in a hotel. 5 different emails, messages and Chats with no responce from the rental agency!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

Overall good
Great location, good view, everything was super clean. The oven was a half size so our frozen pizzas went to waste. But overall Good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

JERAN G.

TOP 612
Top of Gulf is like my 2nd home. I stayed in Room 612 this time which was not the norm for me. Only one complaint though. The refrigerator never got cold enough and the air conditioner didn't cool good. But, overall it was a nice room!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019