This vacation home places you within a short walk of Deer Lake State Park and within a mile (2 km) of Camp Creek Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 8 min walk
Old Florida Fish House & Bar - 5 min drive
George's at Alys Beach - 7 min drive
Pizza by the Sea - Seacrest Beach - 8 min drive
Angelina's Pizzeria & Pasta - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20
Looking for a great deal? Discounts are automatically applied based on your length of stay. No need for promo codes or requests. The total price you see includes your savings, so you can book with confidence. Discounts may display differently across booking platforms, but rest assured, they’re built into your final price. Welcome to “Minky Retreat!” Located on the South side of 30A in the beautiful neighborhood of Prominence, this brand new luxury beach home boasts gorgeous gulf views and is wonderfully located directly behind the shops and restaurants of The Big Chill! Enjoy walking or biking to dinner, or just going a few minutes down the road to the nearest beach access. Enjoy cooling off after a long day at the beach in one of the community 2 beautiful resort-style pools!
While staying in” Minky Retreat,” you’ll receive a free credit to use towards rental gear with Vacayzen The credit amount varies on the length of stay, and can be used towards various items such as bikes, beach bonfires, kayaks, tours/experiences and much more! (Not valid for use toward Merchandise at the Live Well 30A Storefront.)
Upon entering this brand new beautiful beach home you are able to walk down to the bunk room/kids area, or walk up to the main living level of the home. Not a fan of the stairs? Enjoy the homes private elevator to get to any of the homes 3 spacious floors! On the bottom floor of the home you will find a large bunk room with 2 sets of full over full built in bunks, as well as a full size Murphy bed! Also in the bunk room the kids have their own large flat screen smart tv, private bathroom, and access to a large outdoor covered patio.
Moving up to the homes main level you will be in awe of this open concept living/dining area, boasting a chefs dream kitchen, comfortable living room with plenty of seating for everyone, and access to a large patio with dining table and Gulf VIEWS!! Did we mention the GULF views!! Enjoy your coffee, or evening night cap on this wonderful covered patio with views for days! Also on the main level of the home there is a dining room, another patio off the front of the home, and 2 of the homes King Suites!
Walk or ride in the homes private elevator up to the 3rd floor of the home! On this level you will find 2 more beautiful guest King suites, as well as the stunning Master King Suite! The master suite boasts a beautiful king bed, sitting area, enormous bathroom with large walk-in shower, as well as access to a private balcony with seating for 2 to take in the sounds and views of the gorgeous Emerald Coast! While sleeping in this gorgeous master suite you can even hear the sounds of the Gulf!!
We can assure you that just one trip to "Minky Retreat," and you will be sure to make this home a part of your families beach plans for years to come!
Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 20)
6 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms
1st Floor:
Bunk room with 2 sets of built-in full over-full bunk beds, and a built-in Murphy bed that also houses another full-sized mattress making the sleep count for this bunk room 10! Small Living area in the bunk room with flatscreen tv Access to a large covered patio Elevator Access
2nd Floor:
Main living area with Kitchen, dining, and family room Spacious covered balcony with Gulf Views, grill, and outdoor dining table Guest room: King Bed, flat screen tv (Access to full bathroom from the hallway.) Guest Suite: King Bed with private bathroom, flat screen tv
3rd Floor:
Master Suite with private balcony, sitting area, large private bathroom, King bed and flat-screen tv Guest Suite: King bed with private bathroom, flat screen tv Guest Suite: King Bed with private bathroom, flat screen tv Laundry room
Highlights:
- Located on the South Side of 30A with gorgeous Gulf views - Heated Community Pool - Brand NEW home - Located behind The Big Chill, many restaurants, and shops in walking distance - Open Concept Living Area on the Main level of the house - *Free Vacayzen Credit amenity credit - Initial supply of paper products, bathroom amenities (Starter pack)
*Credit program with Vacayzen does not apply equally to all rental homes/units. The credit program is subject to limitations.*
Starter Amenity Package: All guests are provided with an "amenity starter kit," which includes an initial supply of bath soap, conditioning shampoo, shower gel, dishwasher pods ( x2) toilet paper, paper towels, hand soap, laundry pods (X2), and trash bags. These items are provided for your convenience and are intended to get you through your first 24-48 hours.
FAQ's
*Distance to the beach- half a mile or 5-minute golf cart ride to the closest beach *Coffee Maker Type? Coffee pot K-Cup combo (round filters) *Grill on site? Yes (Gas grill) *Parking spots? 2 designated parking spots in the driveway of the home *Amenities provided? Yes, amenity starter pack in unit (paper towels/sponge/hand soap/dishwasher pod/dish soap/laundry pod/conditioning shampoo/body wash/trash bags) *Community Pool Heated? Yes (Seasonally and at the HOA’s discretion.) ( 2022 heat as needed Oct- Nov 2022 March, and April *Vacayzen (Live Well) Credit $200/7 nights $171/6 nights, $143/5 nights, $114/4 nights $86/3 nights Six Seater Golf cart (requires an extra fee and signed golf cart waiver, valid driver's license, and proof of insurance prior to using!)(*$75/night) **Please be aware that in this community and many others, there may be active construction going on. We are not held liable for this.**
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.
Property manager
ITrip Holiday Properties
Languages
English
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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)
General
Unit size: 4,157 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
This property doesn't allow pets
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
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
9322
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
Guests enjoy the vacation home's walkable location in Panama City Beach based on their ratings, and it's a short 8-minute walk from Deer Lake State Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Camp Creek Lake. You'll also find Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20 good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a heated pool.
Are there hot tubs at Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 25.1 mi away (36 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20?
Yes, every accommodation at Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20 comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.
Gorgeous Gulf Views! /Heated Community Pool/Elevator/5 King suites/Golf Cart*/Sleeps 20 Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 16 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Hokan O.
Sep 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property to Share with Friends
Shared the house with a couple families. Overall the house was great and we would consider coming back. A few things to consider:
1) one of the Master BR's does not have a connected bathroom.
2) if you have more than 2 cars - you will need to park in another area
3) going to beach is a bit of a process. once you figure it out, its easy
4) neighborhood was nice and quiet and access to the Big Chill was great.
Hokan O.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcia B.
Apr 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property!
We had a fantastic time!! Home was very spacious for 18 people. Elevator was used by me because of breathing issues, couldn’t have done without it! The Hub was awesome for the kids to ride bikes too and the adults enjoyed watching March Madness! Had to drive to the beaches but we knew that when we booked!
Fun was had by all and it was a great family vacation which was much needed! ❤️😎☀️🕶️🐟🎣
Marcia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Heather B.
Oct 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Multiple Families
The Minky Retreat is a really nice property! It’s the perfect house for multiple families! The elevator was helpful for those with bad knees to get upstairs. We really liked the large porch out the basement door and we used the outdoor dining table off the main floor. Mgmt was easy to work with on our golf cart issues.
Heather B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin M.
Aug 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family friendly home
We absolutely loved the house, and it was so wonderful working with the owners. Anything that we needed they immediately responded and having the elevator was so helpful for our elderly grandmother. It’s so close to the Hub and beach accesses. We loved the home, golf cart and hospitality!
Caitlin M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Candace W.
Oct 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
Everything was great! The house was beautiful and the views were spectacular!
Candace W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Michele B.
Jul 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, terrible beach access
The house was very nice, and check in was easy, golf cart worked well as did the bikes- however, beach access is awful. There is private access right behind the house but you aren’t allowed to use it which was incredibly frustrating. You have to load the cars up everyday, drive 2.5 miles to the access- there are only 7 parking spots for this beach access. The dishwasher was also broken during our stay - they called the day of check in to let us know- and provided some paper products however- there was no drain stopper to do dishes- we called twice for one and never received. The elevator broke twice during our stay as well as the garage door. So while the house was nice, the beach access was really disappointing!
Michele B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Ken H.
Jul 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Minky Retreat
First off I want to say that the house is spectacular. We thoroughly enjoyed it. That’s all the compliments I can give. One question I have is- how the hell do you have a house with 6 bedrooms that only has vehicle parking for two vehicles. Addition parking was suggested to us, to park in a “PUBLIC” parking lot such as a grocery store etc.
Then the very first evening while settling in, my mom and my 81 year old dad who has dementia got stuck in the elevator on the way up to their bedroom, for about an hour, til the fire department came and finally opened it, which triggered him into a state of mind that caused us to have to take them back to Georgia immediately after getting out of the elevator because my mom can’t drive at night.
Then next day we were very disappointed to find out that the pool that is right next to us was “PRIVATE “ YEP—we were told we couldn’t enter this gate because it was “PRIVATE”, then come to find out that everything around us was PRIVATE, it seems like everyone we spoke to has a key fob to the gate but we have to use pools that wasn’t on the property and the ones suggested to us had very limited parking and one pool was even on the other side of 30A.
And the beaches, that was a true nightmare. There is a walkway/cartway within 50 feet from our back porch that goes straight to the beach. Nope can’t use that either !!!!!! That’s “PRIVATE “. so we have to use “PUBLIC ACCESS BEACHES” That you have to drive to, and also there again limited parking. Dragging tents, chairs, ice chests and bags for a quarter mile. I’ve stayed in hotels, condos and even houses that didn’t have the restrictions that we dealt with this week. We felt like third class citizens that paid over $7000 for 5 days and nights for some R and R, I’ve never spent that amount of money and I never worked so hard on vacation. So R and R is not an option unless you plan to stay at the house.
Ken H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
leslie z.
Jul 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
too much
The property was amazing. The house could not have been nicer.....but it is really deceiving to be able to see the beach from the house and have to pack up 12 people (including 2 seniors) and go 2.5 miles for beach access. According to the signs on the gates owners can access the beach from "Providence" . For the money I feel we should have been given that access as well.
leslie z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Peggy R.
Jun 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
40th Birthday!
The Minky Retreat was great! The house is absolutely gorgeous and very well equipped with beach towels, beach chairs, wake boards, bikes, coolers, kitchenware, etc! We cooked several meals in the gourmet kitchen and had everything we needed. The elevator was so helpful with luggage and groceries.
The only downside to our stay was the dishwasher was broken all week so we had to wash a lot of dishes. Maintenance was there right away, though, it just needed a new motor, which they couldn’t get right away.
The beach access isn’t great. There is no walkable beach access at all. We had to load up our cars every day and drive several miles to beach access with parking.
There is a golf cart on site. The welcome binder said we could rent it for $75 per day, but the owners said we weren’t allowed to use it, so that was a bit disappointing.
Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay at the Minky Retreat. Thanks for your hospitality!!
Peggy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
May 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
Clean, convenient property! Will definitely returning soon!