Entire apartment

Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!

On the beach
Interior
Pool
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroom493 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

View in a map
Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Thomas Drive
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ripley's Believe It or Not
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

This apartment places you next to Thomas Drive and within a 10-minute walk of Signal Hill Country Club. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Thomas Drive - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Andrews Bay - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Panama City Beaches - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Emerald Falls Family Recreation Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rusty Anchor - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ms. Newby's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Wharf Local Seafood Buffet - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hammerhead Fred's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!

Welcome to Gulf Life, our upgraded, completely remodeled beachfront studio at Top of the Gulf offering free beach chair setup!

This is one of the most gorgeous condos in an exceptionally clean and quiet complex on Thomas Drive. It is modern with a beachy feel with an AMAZING view of the Gulf of Mexico. Located on the 2nd floor, Gulf Life offers a fully renovated kitchen with a workstation sink, stove, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher and everything needed to cook delicious meals. You'll enjoy a Keurig machine as well as a regular coffee maker.

The condo features a tile floor, large 70 inch smart TV; PS4, 60 inch fireplace; two comfortable Euro queen size beds (one bed with cooling system) and a dining booth. The updated bathroom has a large walk in shower with a seat and rain shower head.

The studio does not have a private balcony but the newly installed windows open and a bar area welcomes you to sit and enjoy the magnificent view, sound and smell of the Gulf.

BONUS: Guests receive 1 free daily admission to some of our favorite local attractions through our partnership with Xplorie. All perks are valid for stays up to 27 days and are subject to change and availability. Additional tickets are available for purchase at a discounted rate.

BONUS PERKS INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY:
*1 FREE Round of Golf Each Day - Bay Point Golf
*1 FREE Ticket to WonderWorks
*1 FREE ticket to Shipwreck Island Waterpark
*1 FREE ticket to Island Time Sailing - Shell Island Snorkeling & Sailing Cruise (March-Oct)

Top of The Gulf Resort is an adorable, small resort right on the beach with common balconies on each floor with chairs for guests to enjoy. Located in the heart of Panama City Beach, it is within walking distance to restaurants such as Pineapple Willys, Hammerhead Freds, Mellow Mushroom, plus mini golf and many other activities.

This family-oriented complex has a large pool, toddler pool, seasonal snack bar, a massive sundeck overlooking the white sand of the Emerald Coast, and coin laundry rooms on every other floor. Primary renter must be at least 25 years old, sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of booking and be present for the duration of the stay.

A $30 cash fee is required by the Resort to be paid upon arrival (ATM available in office). Guaranteed parking for one car; a second is possible depending on occupancy of the resort during your travel dates (highly unlikely in the summer) or there is a pay lot 1-2 miles away.

INITIAL SUPPLIES - UPON ARRIVAL
Florida Panhandle Property Management furnishes a few essential items for guests to utilize until they can get to the store. One roll of toilet paper in bathroom & one paper towel roll in the kitchen. All bed linens & towels are provided, as well as beach towels and black makeup washcloths.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION IN ORDER TO ENJOY YOUR STAY
*This unit sleeps up to 4 people.
*NO smoking (cigarettes, marijuana, cigars) or vaping allowed.
*Check-in is at 4:00 pm, and check-out is at 10:00 am.

Primary renter must be 25 years of age and remain on property for the duration of the stay. In accordance with Florida State Statute 509.41, reservations made under false pretense are null and void, and check-in will not be allowed, or guests will be asked to vacate the residence without refund.

Property Wristbands: Must be worn on your wrist at all times while on the property. This is for your safety, as well as for your fellow guests. Replacement of a lost guest band is $50 payable by credit card (Amex, Discover, MasterCard, VISA).

Quiet time hours & disturbances: Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM – 10:00 AM

Be mindful of other guests and keep noise levels to a minimum at all times. This resort has a zero-tolerance noise policy. If there is a noise complaint from other guests, security, or neighbors, you may be issued a warning or be asked to leave the resort without a refund.

Pool Hours: Open 8am-10pm / Closed from 10pm– 8am for maintenance.

Chairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Towels and other personal items do not reserve chairs. People do. Refer to posted pool rules before entering pools or hot tubs.

Please note: In case of hurricanes or inclement weather or due to necessary repairs, certain amenities may be closed and/or unavailable during your stay. We cannot guarantee the availability of any of the resort's amenities.

Pet Policy: Guests may not bring pets to Top of the Gulf - No exceptions.

Please be advised that while we do offer free Wi-Fi, service in the area can be spotty regardless of provider. Should you require stable internet service for work or pleasure; please bring an ethernet cord to plug into the router or bring access to a hotspot with you. Limited tech support. No refunds for any interruption in Wi-Fi or Cable television service during your stay, NO exceptions.

Signature of Rental Agreement by Primary Renter required.

No parties or unregistered guests.

Lack of adherence to any of the above will result in immediate eviction and no refunds of any kind.

Neither Owners nor Management are responsible for accidents or injuries.

This property is managed by Florida Panhandle Property Management.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO Smoking: Smoking, vaping and marijuana are not

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 493 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

No pets, no smoking, no parties.
Quiet hours from 10pm - 8am.
Contract signature required. Must be 25 years old or over to book. Primary booker must remain on property for the duration of the stay.

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
NO Smoking: Smoking, vaping and marijuana are not

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 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
Property Registration Number 48631

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.
  • 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, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

orp5b6abcax

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this apartment?

This apartment in Panama City Beach is within a 10-minute walk of Thomas Drive and Signal Hill Country Club. You'll also find Panama City Beaches and St. Andrews Bay less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking at this apartment.

Is this apartment adjacent to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What do couples enjoy most about Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront apartment include a fireplace and a kitchen in each apartment with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 19.9 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets!?

Yes, every apartment at Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets! comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Reviews

Ocean Views! Includes Local Attraction Tickets! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Millie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The unit is just as pictured and was in a perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025