Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
35 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Youngstown
This vacation home places you 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Majette Dunes Golf & Country Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
Majette Dunes Golf & Country Club - 13 min drive - 9.8 miles
Bear Creek Feline Center - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
Panama City Mall - 25 min drive - 15.9 miles
Tyndall Air Force Base - 26 min drive - 22.3 miles
Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center - 28 min drive - 23.4 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Coram's - 8 min drive
Mrs Butterworth's Outdoor Kareoke And Syrp Emporium - 13 min drive
Hungry Howie's Pizza - 10 min drive
Subway - 19 min drive
Subway - 10 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.
Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11
Make amazing memories at the Big Dipper Lodge! A remote log cabin, yet close to it all. Enjoy fishing & kayaking from the private dock! Swim at Pitt, Sylvan, & Wilford Springs (9mi), or drive to white sandy beaches with crystal clear blue water. Stroll through historic St. Andrew's Bay (10mi) or the Panama City Beach Boardwalk (24mi) & enjoy local cafes and restaurants. Explore caves at the Florida Caverns (47mi), or stay home & enjoy the game room & stargaze at night to spot the Big Dipper!
This 3-bed/2-bath cabin was recently remodeled and includes all new stainless steel appliances with new wood throughout. Enjoy the natural beauty of cedar tongue and grove ceilings and walls, making this a truly spectacular experience. Rough-cut tongue and grove Cypress and Pecky Cypress can be found throughout. The Pecky Cypress was originally pulled from nearby Bear Creek. Beautifully finished vinyl plank flooring on the main level, and hardwood floors upstairs.
NOTICE: The water level at Bear Creek is dependent on Deer Point Lake's winter draw-down. To control invasive vegetation in the water, Bay County begins draw-down of Deer Point Lake for the winter sometime in October and begins raising the water level in March. The photos you see were taken in April with water at normal levels. After Bay County does a draw-back, I will post a few pictures to show winter water levels. The dock outside the cabin still has water access for small boats and kayaks, it will just be shallower and the scenery changes due to lower water levels.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Garden
Unit size: 2,297 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Septic system in use, please do not flush anything other than toilet paper.
Keep pets OFF furniture and out of bedrooms. Crate available in garage. Pick up poop after your pet and clean messes. $900 fee charged for pet messes.
Please no shoes inside the home (this helps the floors stay clean and not track-in sand and mud).
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
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 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: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
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.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Youngstown, close to Majette Dunes Golf & Country Club.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next 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 Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a jetted bathtub, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11 have a hot tub?
No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.
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?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP), which is 26.1 mi away (36 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11?
Yes, every accommodation at Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11 comes with a balcony.
Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11 Reviews
Reviews
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Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Harrison A.
Jan 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Harrison A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Sarah L.
Dec 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin is beautiful and the location is perfect for stargazing. If you are not a heavy sleeper and value your privacy, this may not be the best choice for you due to the open layout in the loft. Overall, we had a lovely time and enjoyed our stay.
Sarah L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
4/10 Poor
t g.
Sep 18, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
A pretty home but not what we expected
Creepy neighbors rode by in a golf cart and were staring at us when we arrived and began to unload. Ring doorbell out front so you're aware you're being watched. Found out after booking that home is pet tolerant but not friendly, keep pets off furniture, out of bedrooms and pick up their poop or you will get fined. Master bedroom is nice, beds are very comfortable but you can hear every time someone goes up or downstairs because they all creak, and you hear every toilet flush and all conversations, plus the AC. TV only in the living room. Grass was in need of cutting so we stepped in unseen low spots often, especially a deeper one in the front. The area by the dock was very grassy and had so many lilly pads you could not launch a boat, but if you did want to you would have to drag it across the yard because you cannot park or drive in the grass out back. Not handicap friendly except for the ramp to the front door. Downstairs game room is cool. Lots of blankets and throw pillows if you like to get comfy on the floor. Nice that there was some coffee and seasonings and stuff, including dog biscuits if you bring dogs. We were not comfortable because we worried about fines if someone forgot any dishes or made a mess. Extra fees by the way if you bring pets OR KIDS. We went for a family fishing trip but couldn't even fish from the dock because the water vegetation was way thicker than the pictures. Recommend for adults only with no pets who only want to enjoy a swampy river view
t g.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Belinda B. B.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We really enjoyed our stay here, it met our needs, great for family get away, the host answered all my questions and was very helpful.
Belinda B. B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Gena J.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet
Great place to relax. Dont expect to fish. Unless you’re a pro at getting around the lily pads or plan on going out on the kayak. But the view and relaxing vibes were awesome. The beds were nice. A nice mattress is more important to me than a recliner. So it was good to sleep in a good bed. Good overall place..
Gena J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Blake M.
Apr 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cool cabin & great hideaway from the busyness of Panama City!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Big Dipper Lodge... From the beautiful view, to the game room, to the country quiet, and the closeness of the city. It's such a cool cabin. Yes, everything is open (lofts) & noise travels, but when little ones went to bed early, we enjoyed the nighttime sounds of nature on the back porch or around the fire pit with good conversation. It forced us to slow down and be present...
It's a great location to escape the hustle and bustle, but still close enough to explore the tourist hotpots of Panama City if you desire.
We spent our mornings fishing off the dock (caught some delicious bass), and we had fun exploring the area. Found some great local eateries, too.
Yana was great to work with; super quick to respond and everything was clear and easy with check in & out. We're already talking about our next trip!
Blake M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick L.
Mar 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Pc training
We had a great stay. Beautiful surroundings. Everything we needed supplied. Quiet .
Patrick L.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
David T.
Jul 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was just amazing! A great place for a family to spend time with one another.
This property had everything my family and I needed to just sit down and catch up.
David T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin has lots of beds which is great.
The property is located near the places we wanted to go fishing. Overall it was nice, the upstairs bathroom is so small it's almost unusable, other than that we had a good time.
Michael F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Nathan M.
Jun 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The house
There is no privacy in the house you can hear everything any one is doing or saying any where in the house