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BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!!

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Sit down, relax and enjoy the beautiful sunsets.
Oversized balcony with lounge chairs and dining for four people
Comfortable sofa and chairs for watching TV and relaxing.
Coffee bar with lots of extras for all your beverage needs.
Prep your beach snack or evening meal while enjoying this view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 476.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Panama City Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!!

Comfortable and updated one bedroom condo (bedroom does not face Gulf) plus bunk beds in hall, and large balcony from Living Room/Kitchen area with awesome Gulf views and sunsets from the 14th floor, right on the Gulf. No streets to cross!! Low density building with 90 units. Parking underneath. Remodeled kitchen with coffee bar, teas, condiments, spices, oil and some kitchen staples so you spend the whole day at the beach and have dinner on the balcony overlooking the Gulf. 1403 is right in front of elevators so no long walks to condo. Hall closet with beach supplies like umbrella, chairs, sand toys, games, two beach towels, etc. available to guests.

Property manager

Susan and Steve Dean
Premier Host

Languages

English, Portuguese

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lower bunk has privacy curtains. Both have lights.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All Brazilian gemstones/decor and any food items or games cannot be removed from the unit. Removing any decor will result in a $500 fine per piece.
Dogs are not allowed per condominium bylaws. If you bring your Service dog it will cost $500 deep cleaning fee besides the regular cleaning fee.
Extra parking passes are $40 each. Don't take two parking spaces. It will result in your car being towed and at your expense! Garage height is 6'9".

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Long Beach, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Panama City Beaches and St. Andrews State Park. Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park are not to be missed. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Thomas Drive - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rock'it Lanes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wicked Wheel Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BRAZILIAN GEM! Beach/Gulf Front, 14th Floor with AWESOME Views & LOW Host Fees!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Long Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Thomas Drive. Ripley's Believe It or Not and WonderWorks are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brazillian Gem

It was a perfect location for us. We loved the view and the very clean condo. It has anything you need in the kitchen and beach supplies. Susan is the perfect host and the decor is beautiful. We hope to return many times in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Peaceful

Susan and her husband are very kind and their condo is very beautiful . So many special touches throughout this peaceful and wonderful place . If you are a solo traveler like me you will feel right at homesafe
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANICE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Room with a million dollar view

When booking a property I do a lot of research and read the reviews. This property did not disappoint. The room was very clean, well stocked and had a view that was phenomenal!The host was so gracious and kept us updated with all information. Upon our arrival she even made us home made cheese bread! We stayed for a month an it was great!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Overall

Great place, location, cleanliness, stocked kitchen with all the things to cook and enjoy the beach. Owners are great, hospitable, and accommodating. Will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catlyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Spot!

The views, amazing! The cleanliness, amazing! The host, amazing! Susan and Steve have thought of every detail with their fully equipped condo. Books to read, games to play, sand toys, towels, beach chairs, umbrella and lounge chairs on the balcony. The kitchen has everything you need. We enjoyed the hot tub outside and inside
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Susan is a fantastic host! She gave us a tour and even had fresh Brazilian bread waiting when we arrived. She also checked in by text halfway through our stay to make sure all was well. The condo has fantastic books to read and games to play. The kitchen is well equipped to make a meal or a drink. It’s very impressive at all the thought that has been put into making their guest comfortable and happy. Beautiful decor and very comfortable furniture. We never had to wait on the elevator, it’s convenient to the room and very quiet. The entire complex is well maintained. We will definitely rent this unit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to go!

The property was great! As the listing states it is very well stocked with everything you need as well as many extras! Many staples in the kitchen and so many beach necessities. The veiw is breathtaking! And on top of all of that, Susan is so kind and hospitable! We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely a Brazilian Gem!

Everything was perfect! These hosts have put a lot of thought and effort to ensure the unit is stocked with everything you need. It is decorated nicely and very clean. The unit is quiet with fabulous balcony. The view and the beach can’t be beat! Susan kept in touch offering suggestions for things to do and was very responsive to a TV issue we had. We hope it’s in our future to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spot on

The property was exactly as described. Great location, very clean, beautiful view from the balcony and well stocked with anything you would need. The beach chairs and umbrella were much appreciated. Susan was a great host. She was easy to contact, personable and helpful. I would recommend the Brazilian Gem to anyone traveling to Panama City, FL
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation

Susan was an amazing host and made this condo feel just like home. She greeted us off the elevator, gave us a tour and even baked us some goodies, which were delicious! The view was spectacular 😍 The condo was very clean, the bed was comfortable, and we loved the gated privacy of the complex. My kids are older teens and said the bunk beds were comfy and they loved the added features of the lights and plugs. She has things available to use like essential beach items, board games and a good assortment of books to read. I can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was. We had the BEST time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this place!

Susan was amazing from the get go, We loved our stay and hated to leave. The condo is so cute and very clean with amazing views! She has everything you can think of! Thank you again and again, we will def stay here again! :)
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Condo on the beach!

We really enjoyed our stay and had the perfect view of the ocean. The owner met us at the door and showed us everything. Thanks also for the Brazilian cheese bread, it was excellent!. Very clean and convenient to everything at Panama City Beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST!!!

Susan is a phenomenal host. She goes above and beyond to make our stay great. She even greeted us with baked bread and had stocked the condo with what we may need. The condo is clean and bright while being convenient to everything we wanted to do. The bed was nice and comfortable. The Brazilian decor rocks!! The elevators are easily accessible, fast and not crowded. Parking is a breeze. You won't be disappointed with your stay here. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Susan & Steve are the best!!

For starters, this condo rental was extremely clean. Smelled great and everything was sanitized and smelled fabulous! The owners even made us a cake that was waiting for us on the counter when we arrived. The closet was full of beach toys, chairs, and anything else you need to have a day on the beach. The walk to the beach was literally just an elevator ride down to the bottom. The pool was clean and we used it on the days we had a double red flag. Susan checked on us throughout the stay to make sure we had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone and we plan to book with them again next year. Favorite place I have ever stayed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer vacation

Great property very well maintained. The patio is awesome enjoyed having breakfast on it each morning. The elevators are great no waiting time. Host is responsive to all text/emails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Celebration

As a mom, we never actually vacation but at the Brazilian Gem— even mom gets to vacation! Anything that you think you might need in a condo is provided! The scenery is amazing. The decor and environment of the condo is relaxing and inviting! Other than a dolphin cruise, we were within walking distance of everything. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Jams/Birthday Vacation

This property had beautiful views. When we got there Mrs. Susan had these amazing biscuits prepared which was great after our long ride in. There is coffee, breakfast, lunch, and dinner within walking distance. The beach right off the property is beautiful and not crowded as its access is for the residents only. We did not use the other amenities. The room is directly across from the elevators but I never heard a peep from anyone getting on or off of the elevators, they also do not ding when opening and closing. We had a great stay and would stay there in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beach Gem Indeed

What a wonderful stay! This rental is amazing. It has everything you could need, cookware, condiments, coffee pots, tea kettles, beach stuff (chairs, toys, etc), comfy beds, shampoo, lots of towels, I could go on and on! And a lovely host as well. Walkable to restaurants and right on the beach. Amazing view from the balcony! I highly recommend this gem if you're needing a place in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Fantastic & AMAZING STAY!!!

First off, Susan is AMAZING!! She is great at keeping amazing contact with you and making sure all your needs are handled! Her condo is beautiful and very clean! We really didn't need to bring anything w/us other than clothes! Everything was provided for! The view from the balcony was STUNNING!! Great and safe area/community. Met with some of the locals and they were friendly and raved over Susan & her husband! Would highly recommend and we will definitely be coming back next year!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Love condo, felt at home. Kitchen was Awesome all type cooking utensils, pots, pan. And the view was amazing. Love. Condo was clean. I would recommend.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Property

Clean, well-stocked with necessities, comfortable, very hospitable hosts, clean building, great pool, plenty of parking, and fast elevators. Definitely a highly recommended property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1403 Twin Palms

This unit in twin palms was very clean and equipped with everything you need for your stay.we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meme B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10th Anniversary Celebration

The VRBO is called the Brazilian gem and thats exactly what it is. Susan the hostess was a gem and the property was WONDERFUL. Would recommend to anyone. Susan and Steve go above and beyond. They supply you with everything you can think of in the condo. Our stay was absolutely great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The condo is very clean and updated. The balcony was a favorite of ours! It is huge and has a fantastic view. Communication with Susan and Steve was wonderful and the were very attentive to all our needs. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and truly complete!

Condo was perfectly located. Clean and welcoming environment! Every amenity was carefully considered and it is clear the owners care about the time you have while staying in the home. I cannot say enough about the visit and will be back in the future with the knowledge I can count on the owners to assist in making my stay comfortable. Thank you folks for going the extra mile! It is rare and truly a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan and Steve Dean

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I was born and raised in Porto Alegre, Brazil, where I resided until I was 24, when I then met my husband, Steve, a native of Louisville, Kentucky. We have two grown children. While in Louisville, I always missed the beach. After vacationing in many places in Florida, I finally found a condo that fulfilled my every wish; a huge balcony, spacious rooms, awesome Gulf views. One year later in 2009 we purchased a condo identical to it. I had found my paradise at last. So much so, that after we sold our bakery, we decided to move to Panama City Beach permanently. We purchased a second condo in the same building in 2018, my Brazilian Gem (I'm from Brazil and the condo is a Gem"), and decided to rent it ourselves. I'm an avid reader and Steve has been going to the gym for decades.

Why they chose this property

Our condo is meant for two things: relaxation and saving money. It's ideal for couples or a family with a few children. While we can't promise perfect weather in the Sunshine state we can provide a comfy condo for your vacation stay. Even watching a storm from the balcony can be a unique experience, and rainbows on the water are priceless! The same goes for watching dolphins and marine life from the balcony. Every day is different and the unobstructed view of the sky and water is a different painting every single day. And you won't believe the sunsets! The balcony is big and with comfortable furniture. We don't rent to spring breakers so our condo stays undamaged.

What makes this property unique

Our kitchen is stocked with everything you need so you can spend time enjoying the beach. I know some of you want to stay away from the kitchen while on vacation but for people who like to cook a fast, fresh meal, and prefer to eat on the balcony overlooking the Gulf instead of waiting for a table in a pricey restaurant, this is the condo for you. We provide herbs and spices, cooking spray, vegetable and olive oils, condiments like ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salad dressings in the fridge, and staples like pastas and grains so that you can prepare a simple meal and enjoy a beautiful sunset at the beach (not valid for stays over two weeks). You only need to buy your fresh and specialty ingredients and you are good to go. There's a Walmart nearby within easy walking distance and it opens at 6 a.m.! If you want to treat yourself to breakfast, there are three breakfast/lunch places within walking distance. Waffle House right to the East, Steak Shake & Pancake and Sunrise Cafe right across the street. Publix is a great grocery chain two miles from the condo and their bakery is very good. STEVE AND I ARE ONLY A FEW STEPS AWAY SO YOU CAN REACH US EASILY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, NEED EXTRA PILLOWS, OR NEED ASSISTANCE WITH ANYTHING!

Languages:

English, Portuguese

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