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Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, video games, DVD player
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Seacrest Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Deer Lake State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Alys Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Located in Seacrest, this vacation home is adjacent to Seacrest Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Alys Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Camp Creek Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seacrest Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Deer Lake State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alys Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 46 min drive - 39.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fonville Press - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ambrosia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oku - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Local Smoke - ‬2 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.

Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access

Newly renovated EXTERIOR! Expansive balconies on both the 2nd and 3rd floors, perfect for enjoying the serene ocean views and refreshing coastal breeze. These spacious outdoor areas provide plenty of shade from the sun for you to relax! Enjoy a hidden gem with family and friends on your next 30A vacation at The Salty Pelican. This townhome does not have pool access; however, it is located in an exclusive neighborhood on Seacrest Beach & provides a ready-made beach vacation. Located in between Seaside and Alys Beach, the home sits in a gated neighborhood with private beach access as well as access to a freshwater lake. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking at home or you can take a short bike ride to The Big Chill (Formerly the Hub) for a variety of food options that will suit everyone. The home sleeps 8-10 people comfortably with 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor & 2 bedrooms on the 3rd floor. On the first floor you will find 1 king bedroom and the "kids room" with 1 bunk bed and 2 twin beds with a shared full bathroom. On the third floor you will find 1 king bedroom & 1 queen bedroom, both with private full bathrooms. Just a quick 2 minute walk to your private beach access! *There is NO pool access for this unit*
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Hidden Gem South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Seacrest within a short 13-minute walk of Alys Beach and also 2 minutes on foot from Seacrest Beach. You'll also find Deer Lake State Park and Camp Creek Lake less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Does Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms 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 24 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access?

Yes, every house at Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Hidden Gem, South of 30A w/ Private Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay! In a quiet neighborhood with private beach access just a short walk away. It was very well kept, clean, and the kitchen was very organized and stocked with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Vacation

Location was great to the beach and the home included everything you would possibly need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great access to the beach

We enjoyed our trip to The Salty Pelican. The beach access was great. We love 30A
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Perfect Place!

Great, fully stocked and in a perfect location townhouse. Our hostess was wonderful about getting us all information in a timely manner. Private beach within walking distance, biking to The Big Chill, and Secrest is a must! We really enjoyed our stay, second time at the same location and will come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna L.

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

Easy walk to the beach!

We usually stay across from the Big Chill but decided to try something closer to the beach this fall break. And …we loved it! It was a wonderful trip! The condo had everything we needed for our stay and tons of stuff for the beach (and it was all neatly labeled). The beds were super comfy! We all slept great! There were puzzles for the rainy day and several games we all played too! Communication was above and beyond. Happy vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin L.

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

Best stocked rental

We enjoyed ourselves! Best stocked vrbo we have stayed in. The front door and lock gave us trouble and both should be replaced along with the decks outside. Lovely view of the water from the upper deck which is so unstable you can't enjoy it. Seems like an entire building issue so owner may have to wait until all units are ready to renovate. Owner was wonderful to work with and we really enjoyed our family time. Thanks for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura T.

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

Perfect hidden gem

This was our first stay on 30A and we were a little nervous and did not know at all what to expect, especially because we were flying. The townhome had chairs, umbrellas, coolers and sand toys. Perfect private neighborhood and a minute walk to the beach! There was no crowd and plenty of space on the beach. The kitchen was labeled and even had kid friendly dishes. We were upset to know the pool was not included but the kids quickly got over it. The balconies looked a little unstable so we didn't use either one. The downstairs tv did not work and the main television was not logged into youtube or netflix - prime did work. Again we weren't there for the tv so this wasn't a deal breaker. The mattresses were all so comfortable! I wish there was an outdoor space to use at the townhome. Overall it was a great experience, we would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Perfect in every way!

We stayed here with our three children ages 15, 11, and 9. Everything was absolutely spotless and more beautiful than the pictures. Shannon was a great host and very quick to respond when I needed her. We've stayed in a lot of VRBO's but never one with such thoughtful attention to detail. There were tons of sand toys, boogie boards, and beach towels for fun at the beach. There were flashlights for crab hunting, everything we possibly needed in the kitchen, plenty of towels and toilet paper, and even some great travel sized toiletries she adds in a basket on each bed. We did a shrimp boil one night in the big pots, and used the cast iron skillet for another meal. There were condiments and all the little things you forget to buy at the store already in the kitchen. The beds were all super comfortable with high quality pillows, comforters, and sheets. We all slept so soundly. The walk to the beach was super quick and the beach was never once crowded! We loved that this was in a gated community. Our kids could ride bikes all around the neighborhood, check out the lake, or even bike to the HUB. There were lots of great DVD's we enjoyed and board games to play. It was the perfect place to relax all week, we can't wait to book here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

stacy k.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Pictures were deceiving

Neighborhood was fine, this unit was in the absolute worst building however, and it was also the worst unit out of the 4. It looked dirty and run-down from the outside - "balconies" looked unsafe to use. The "bedroom" on the first level was an enclosed garage with no windows or a/c, but plenty of toddler toys that junked up the room. The furniture was stained & dirty, the windows leaked, had an applied film that was peeling & were also filthy. Bedroom furniture was located within closets, and the washer/dryer was in a closet under the stairs, and literally jammed in so that the dryer door only opened 40% at best. It was a reasonable nightly rate, which is why I selected this unit, but the pictures depicted a much nicer place. Had I known the reality I would have GLADLY paid another $1000 ....
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Beach Baby

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was perfect, and the short walk to the beach was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott A.

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

Location Location Location

The walk to the beach is the highlight! Condo was nice. It fit our group of 8 very well. We wish the decks were functional? Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

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

Great location

The owner, Shannon, is so kind and helpful! The property has lots of items for fun at the beach. The ceiling fans could use a good cleaning and the bottom tray of the dishwasher doesn’t slide out well. The kitchen is well stocked. The space is good for a family. We had a great vacation at the Salty Pelican!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aly B.

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

Home away from home

Great place to stay! Very clean and close to the beach. We loved staying here and we’re very pleased with the communication and instructions from the owner. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Enjoyed every minute

Nice townhome, in a beautiful community. Great location, was able to spend a ton of time on the beach(short walk). House has everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

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

Great place for families!

Great property, fully stocked kitchen with all necessary utensils, bowls, pans etc. and even a bunch of extras. Roser spacious and there was plenty of toys, beach items etc. for us to use. The property was clean and well-maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah G.

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

Perfect location!

Our family really enjoyed staying at the Salty Pelican! Being so close to the beach was awesome- having teens, it was so nice to know they could go down to the beach when they wanted to or go back to the house if the adults weren’t ready. Wr loved not needing to pack everything into the car and having to find a parking spot at a public beach. And the beach is beautiful and not crowded at all! The neighborhood is so peaceful. The beds and rooms are very comfortable and there isn’t anything you could need that they don’t provide. The host was so responsive when we had a quick issue with a bathroom outlet which got taken care of immediately! We definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike S.

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

Nice location

The only thing be aware that in summer the downstairs gets very warm especially when the dryer is running. I was not comfortable sleeping downstairs due to the temperature at a constant 79 degrees.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selma B.

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

Love the Salt Life😊

Nice location, clean, well stocked kitchen. Plenty of beach toys and very easy walk to beach. Great communication from owner. Windows and balcony needs upgrade which is already in the planning. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

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

THE PERFECT GETAWAY

The Salty Pelican is the perfect home away from home! Everything you need is already there waiting for you, which makes packing less stressful. Equally important, the cleanliness and proximity to the beach was pure perfection! Also, Shannon was very easy to contact and responded to any questions I had in a timely manner. My family and I definitely enjoyed our stay and are looking forward to booking there again. I highly recommend The Salty Pelican to anyone looking for "The Perfect Getaway!"
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Perfect vacation home for us!

This property was perfect for our two families. We had a total of three adults and 4 teenagers. The space was great for adults to retreat upstairs and the teens to sleep in the basement. We LOVED that the beach was a super short walk down the road. The community was nice and quiet...very low key, relaxing, and thoroughly enjoyable. The townhome was nicely equipped with everything anyone would need while vacationing for a week. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021