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Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12

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Beach Front View of My Blue Heaven with Private Walk Down- Note no pool on site.
Outdoor Dining With Direct Gulf Front Views
View From Family and Dining Room -Fireplace not for use.
Dining Room with Direct Gulf Views
Full Viking Kitchen with Gas Range Wine Cooler and oversized Fridge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12185.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Carillon Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rosemary Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Alys Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Double Futon

Main Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Top Floor Carillon Town View

1 Queen Bed

Top Floor Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12

Please WATCH THE VIDEO to appreciate the unobstructed views of this Home in Carillon Beach Florida-https://youtu.be/HumKVQDQztY. Adults have their private areas while the kids can enjoy alone time as well. 3 spacious Bedrooms and a large Bunk room downstairs with 2 Sets of Bunk Beds and a pull out couch. Each space has its own private full bath. Private walk down to the beach is shared with only one other home which ensures the maximum amount of privacy. Beach chairs and an umbrella are set up daily by La Dolce Via who also rents bikes, paddle boards, Kayaks and can arrange a Bonfire on the beach for you. A private outdoor shower with cold and hot running water is surrounded by a small play area with artificial turf. Unlike crowded beach towns on 30A, Carillon Beach has a private entry with 24 hour security. You can let your kids explore on their own and feel safe, yet you are less than 3 miles from Rosemary Beach. Carillon Beach offers a full range of amenities including 3 pools (see the photo with the map showing proximity to the closest pool), tennis, pickle ball and basketball courts, and a downtown shopping area with a pizza and ice cream shop. Please note there is not a pool directly on this property. Listing says we have a no cancelation policy, however, I will work with you if you need to move your dates. You can rent a golf cart from Coastal Cars and Carts (www.coastalcc.net). Please note Carillon beach charges a $35 access and parking fee per automobile which is collected when you download the link to get your QR code for automated entry to the community.

Property manager

Bill Drotar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs that do not shed-extra fees applied.
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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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches, while Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark are popular area attractions. Emerald Coast Mirror Maze and SkyWheel are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Powell Lake - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Camp Helen State Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Alys Beach - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amavida - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12 ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct Gulf Front + Private Walk Down Sleeps 12 located?

Located in Panama City Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches. Rosemary Beach is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family trip
The Blue Heaven truly lives up to its name: comfortable, convenient and very nice for families. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
We love this community we always stay in this community.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect milestone birthday stay!
My family fell instantly in love with My Blue Heaven! We enjoyed 5 perfect days to celebrate my 50th birthday. The best birthday ever. I pray we get the chance to stay here again! We were not ready to leave, a first for all of us. Thank you Bill & Barb for sharing your beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, breathtaking beach
Second time staying here and hopefully not our last. The layout of the home, the comfort, the beauty, and of course the access to the beach are all unrivaled. I also appreciated the responsiveness of the owners to some questions that arose during our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
The condo description was accurate. The view of the beach was breathtaking. Not to mention,the community was beautiful. We will be visiting again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charity J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach House
My family loves this place! Both the main floor and Master bedroom balcony have stunning views. The boys loved the bunk room - and we loved them being on their own floor of the house 😉 The new Speed Queen washer and dryer were a great upgrade. I hope I can convince my family to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
We had a wonderful stay at My Blue Heaven! Being right on the beach was amazing, we were able to come and go all day. The home was beautiful and worked well for our family. The kitchen was stocked with most essentials and we were able to cook breakfast and some dinners. Publix was very close by, so going to the grocery was easy. We loved staying here! The kids had a blast! We even saw dolphins from the back porch! The owners were very responsive and helped me when a small issue arose. We will be staying here again! My only minor complaint is the guest bedroom mattress on the 3rd floor was uncomfortable and sinking in. My husband had issues with his back because of it. Rent this house, you won’t regret it! Amazing location, amazing neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Amazing week at Carillon. Beautiful house and beautiful view! House is great for a large family and very clean. Already planning our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect 4th of July week!
Amazing house right on the beach! The neighborhood was beautiful and close to everything. Our grandkids loved their big bunk room. The parade on the 4th of July was icing on the cake. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So awesome we've stayed 3 years in a row!
This house has so much space! Perfect for families that want to be right on the beach. We were able to come and go for lunch, drinks, gathering extra items for the beach throughout the day due to being right on the beach. Close to the beachside pool. Fully stocked kitchen with nice and comfortable furniture. Only think I would like to have had was an extra set of sheets for the beds in the actual bedrooms. This owner is awesome to work/communicate with! We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great in every way
Really enjoyed this property. Already booked this home again for next summer! 😎
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!
This house was perfect for our family. Stunning views and the host was easy to work with.. We already booked our next stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach Home
Our family had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful home. Everything was just perfect. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at My Blue Heaven!
The property was as advertised. Beautiful, clean, well maintained. We had three generations staying in the house and the grandkids loved the bunk room. We enjoyed the easy beach access. Two of the three neighborhood pools were heated, which was nice since the weather was chilly. The manager was very responsive to the one issue we had with the HVAC thermostat. Our family highly recommends this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H., Lufkin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful respite!
Great relaxing stay at this beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views and location
The property had amazing views and was in such a beautiful neighborhood. The house overall was very nice and accommodating! We fell in love being able to wake up to perfect scenery. The only thing that could be changed is the upstairs queen bed is caving in, it seems someone tried a temporary fix and the dishwasher buttons were all broken. Otherwise, the house was in great condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size for a small family
Location is great and the house had plenty of personal need items! Have booked it for next year already!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad J., Tulsa, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place/Beach/Family memories!!
Easy check in Manager very helpful Loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Family
My Blue Heaven is now our favorite beach house and location. Location was a lot more private and not busy. Parking was plentiful in the driveway for 3 cars. Felt very safe for children riding scooters. Wonderful having 5 young children that could walk back and forth from beach house to the beach by themself, very short walk. Fishing on the beach was awesome! The fish made great meals! Downstairs bunk-room was perfect for 5 children. Large tv, kitchenette, bathroom in bunk room. Children loved their private area and adults loved it for them. Room was dark so children slept late. I loved the beach views from the house. Lots of seating on all porches. Outside shower and water hose for washing the sand off from the beach is great to have. This view is so wonderful that you don’t want to stay inside and watch tv. All the area is a southern charm with beautiful homes. This location is minutes from 30A and also from Panama City Beach. You actually don’t need a golf cart because it is a short walk to all the pools, playground, basketball and tennis courts. Will be returning here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible beach escape
The house, My Blue Heaven, is definitely that. We found the layout of the house, the quality of the kitchen, the views and access to the beach utterly spectacular. Modern amenities, clean, beautiful. Within easy reach of grocery stores and restaurants, Hwy 98 and 30a. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Decatur, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven indeed!
This was our family's second time visiting this lovely home. It is aptly named "My Blue Heaven" as it is just perfection. You cannot beat the location - where you can be on the sand within steps or simply watch the waves from your living room, kitchen, or Master bedroom. The home is exactly as advertised - and is simply stunning. We love our time there and hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Very pleased! Property was just as advertised. Very clean and well kept. Properly furnished. Love the gated community. We did have an issue with an improperly functioning air conditioner. It was very warm and humid in the unit upon arrival. After contacting the property manager and a technician was sent out. It was determined that the unit needed replaced. I knew this was not going to be a quick and easy fix and that has more than likely been an issue for a while. I’ll admit it was a little disappointing and frustrating to know that we would spend the week without good air conditioning, but I also understand that the owner and property manager were at the mercy of contractors that could install a new unit, which from my understanding were making arrangements to do so. Unfortunately it didn’t happen while we were there. I just think this issue should have been addressed sooner. It just didn’t happen overnight. All that being said I still give the property a five star rating only because of the efforts of the owners and property manager, which by the way done an excellent job, to fix the problem with the air conditioning. I would definitely stay here again, but hopefully with properly functioning A/C next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Already booked for next year!
This home is perfect for our family. We love the direct access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular ocean front home
Five ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ house in our favorite neighborhood at the beach. The owner was communicative before we arrived and once we were there, the property manager popped right over to fix the couple of minor issues that arose with faucets. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill Drotar

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Our main residence is in Tulsa, OK, however, we have been fortunate as well to have been part of the Carillon Beach community for over 18 years. We love this area and hope you make great memories during your stay just as we have. Barb and Bill

Why they chose this property

Drive, bike or walk on the beach less than 3 miles to all the amenities of 30A and come back to the security and peace and quiet of Carillon Beach.

What makes this property unique

Private walk down to the best beaches on 30A.

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English

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