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The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Panama City, FL
  • Place, St. Andrews Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Coast State College
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida State University Panama City
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Panama City

This vacation home places you next to St. Andrews Bay and within a 10-minute walk of Gulf Coast State College. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • St. Andrews Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gulf Coast State College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Florida State University Panama City - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gray Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port Panama City - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Buddy Gandy Seafood Inc - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Holi Indian Grill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway

Approx 800 sq ft ranch style waterfront home unit. New updates & décor; brand NEW full kitchen. Luxury king bed, large smart TV, dining & sitting area, full bath. French doors lead you to the stone patio with water views. The banana forest out your window gives it a tropical feel. Enjoy sunset views & dolphins in the lagoon. Free use of kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles, fishing poles. Convenient parking; including for boat trailers. Dog friendly too. Community laundry room available. Great for a perfect getaway whether business or vacation.

The space
The new kitchen has full size appliances complete with dishware and cooking items. Lots of cabinet space, plus a corner open pantry. There is a 2 seater dining table area in the living/bedroom area. Perfect for laptop office work. A grill is nearby, PLUS walk out your door to 2 large decks for viewing our great sunsets. Boat mooring included aat no charge for our guests. Visit our new Hideaway Greenhouse - sit, sip and relax!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, an ironing board, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow children

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 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: 11:00 AM

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.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway Panama City
The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway Private vacation home
The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway Private vacation home Panama City

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Panama City, just steps from St. Andrews Bay. You'll also find Port Panama City and Naval Support Activity Panama City within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway on Dec 4, 2025 start from $135.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

Is The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway good for couples?

At this waterfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 23.1 mi away (31 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway?

Yes, every accommodation at The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

The Banana, A Peaceful Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Great! a taste of Old Florida. Friendly owners. Really clean rooms. Going back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

Excellent stay! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R., LOUISVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness

Experience the bay, not just the beach!

We've been to the beach stays over a dozen times and found this experience unique and can recommend it. Hideaway is superior and unique. Being on the Bay itself was very relaxing. They have pontoons you can rent, too. If you are not experienced that's fine because Mr. Chuck will coach you on how to drive the pontoon safely. You've got to get on the water to really enjoy the community. I also used their kayak for free! Nearby is St. Andrews in Panama City for great food and sports bars. If you need a beach fix like we did, it's a very close drive to park and take your chairs and umbrella there hit the beach and Gulf for the warm afternoon. Go to Hideaway!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay.

We enjoyed this lovely unique place, thank you Chuck! We loved the view and and the river to have a swim. The bungalow Banana is well equipped and spacious. Chuck always responds quickly. He made sure that we felt at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful water front property

Very clean inside, easy check in, and a beautiful view. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

We had an awesome time and couldn’t ask for a better place! Convenient location and had everything we needed to have a good time around the place or even the local places. Highly recommend, definitely check it out
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO host!

My sister in law and I came down to PCB for a weekend of scuba diving. The property was as advertised and had a beautiful view of the bay. The hospitality of Chuck and his notes around the property were amazing. We never needed anything during our stay but Chuck was readily available if required. We did not have a chance to use the paddleboards/kayaks but I saw where they had them stored with life jackets and water shoes available for use.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Our experience was an absolute dream come true. Amazing location with a beautiful environment. Chuck is one of the best hosts you’ll ever have.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sheri L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

The banana was nice in a beautiful setting and, Chuck, the owner was very accommodating! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay at the Banana suite

Was a great stay, only there for a couple days but would definitely return! Chuck and Lewie was always there if we needed them.. great location away from all the rat race on the strip if your wanting a quite stay, but not to far of a drive to where it’s all happenin! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M., Woodstock, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand Slam World Series Champions!

The Banana was perfect for us as it was very quiet, beautiful sunsets and plenty to do right their if you are in to fishing, or kayaking or bicycling. My husband has dementia so we just enjoyed watching others and attended our grandson's baseball tournament each day. We are not beach people so it was perfect! Chuck is the best host, loves to make everything perfect. He also loves for anyone to help him with streaming, we young at hearts have to stick together Chuck! Hope to see you next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

bob m., Terre Haute In. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Banana House Appeal

A quirky, laid-back coastal vibe. Clean/comfy bed and room w/ a serious view of banana leafs. Easy access to dock/deck w/ 2 large webbed lounging areas over the bay. Couldn't find single kayaks or paddles for the double😕 A good experience. Try Earnie's for fabulous seafood!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

JACKY S., Austell, GA , USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Pompano fishing trip...

As always , the hideaways is our most wanted place to stay everytime we're going down to the Panhandle...Amazing and relaxing place and great host as always Chuck...can't wait to return...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jason H., indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

Nice and clean. Chuck was very nice. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The banana

My daughter and I were pleased with our stay. We had a great view of the bay. Our room was twice as big as I expected it to be. The room was located just a short ride from the beach. Chuck was available if ever we needed him.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zanovia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best view ever!

The place was very clean and neat the view is amazing the place it self is a great place to go when you jus wanna get away ! They also have so many fun things to do !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect hideaway

You'd never know you were a stone's throw from a main road. Chuck has created this little oasis that is convenient to everything. He's stocked the love with everything you'll need from technology to cooking to laundry to an A+ view. Did I mention the giant bathroom with the monitor activated nightlight? Also I recommend leaving the blinds open that look out on the banana trees so you wake up with the sunrise creeping through the leaves. Please take care of this place, because I plan on coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Chuck was very welcoming at arrival and gave us a tour of the property. Our space was clean and well appointed. Having kayaks available was a really nice perk of the Hideaway. We'll be back for our next visit to the Panhandle.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Beautifully decorated and clean bungalow with perfect view and use of kayaks was the highlight of the trip. Very accommodating host that thought of everything for a relaxing fun time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sherrye J., Petal. Ms

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Romantic Private Hideaway!

We had an absolutely great time staying here. Great location that is private and quiet but not too far away from any of the attractions in the PCB area. Lots of nearby restaurants also. Loved the view of the bay, the kayaks, and the romantic little hideaway! We absolutely have no complaints and Chuck is an awesome host! We have already planned a return trip next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JACKY S., Austell, GA , USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charter weekend fishing trip...

It was my 2nd time now staying at The Banana Hideaway and the experience was the same as the first time...very nice and cozy place to relax after a long day out on the sun...Chuck is always there and ready to attend at your needs if there is anything...can't wait to book my next vacation there again...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

JACKY S., Austell, GA , USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Father's day fishing trip.

to all avid fishermen out there, PCB is a must , great beaches for who love to enjoy Swimming and great fishery for who love to fish like I do...after a long day fishing or just a long day under the sun , I can finally enjoy the peace and quiet at the hideaway Airbnb , beautiful water front view with a perfect sitting area for you to sit and enjoy a cold beer...the Banana where I was staying is really roomy and love the layout of it...stainless steel appliances with everything needed to make a nice and hot home cook meal...big screen TV and the A/C will keep you cool ...beautiful banana trees right at your window...thanks to Chuck to welcome us , there so many great thing to list about our stay and all the available amenities there, i just recommend anyone who's visiting PCB, the Hideway is the perfect home away from home...thanks again Chuck for having us there and see you soon since I already booked my fishing trip next month...lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location

Awesome get away

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay on the water!

We had a great week staying at The Banana. Clean, friendly, and nice atmosphere! Received a lot of suggestions from staff for things to do and see during our stay. Chuck was quick to respond to any of our questions. Enjoyed watching the dolphins come in almost every day. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

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