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The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br>

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Watersound, FL
  • Seacrest Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • South Walton Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Alys Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br>

Welcome to Happy Hour! Our beach vacay rental is intended to bring a smile to your face the minute you arrive. Let’s face it, the demands of life are crazier than ever, and so getting away from it all is vital! We have made every effort to ensure that our guests have everything they need for a vacation full of precious memories!
The Skinny on Happy Hour… designed to allow ease of togetherness, the kitchen, living area and dining area are spaciously open to one another. Conveniently tucked just around the corner, you will find the laundry room, powder room, a closet and the doorway to the garage. In the garage, we have for your enjoyment, 6 adult bicycles (not the janky kind either, we dont want our guests on the side of the bike path with a flat tire or broken chain) from Frankie’s Bike Shop. You will also find beach chairs, along with an Umbrella, coolor, and several additonal items that we thought you might find useful. If you need a beach towel, they are located in the laundry room in the bin on shelf. Now that you are back inside, once you are at the top of the stairs, to your right is bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Next is the 3rd bedroom, aka the “Bunkroom” with built in, full over full beds and a smart t.v. for each bed, a nice size closet and plenty of floor space to move about. Bedroom #2 offers a spacious closet, smart t.v. and features a queen bed. The master bedroom offers a king size bed, huge closet, mini coffee station (in case you like a soft start without interaction with the rest of your crew🤣) smart t.v. and en-suite bath with 2 sinks, partially seperated from the tub and large tile shower. (one evening as everyone was getting ready to go for dinner, I realized that the bathroom could easily accomodate 3 people so we added a blind of sorts between the shower and the double vanity. Indoor/Outdoor Sunbrella curtain panels topped with a coordinating awning, create the perfect little cabana to provide the privacy needed.)
Almost forget to mention WIFI! We have Fiber Internet and although my knowledge of such would fit on a pin head, I am told it will allow all of the dependent devices and equipment do what they are suppose to do!
HAPPY HOUR IS STRICTLY NO SMOKING
NO PETS, NO EXCUSES
Kitchen:
3 counter chairs/eat at bar
gas stove
microwave
oven
dishwasher
keurig
Side by side refridgerator
***fully equipped kitchen with everything you will need, from plates, utensils( everything Larry* could ever ask for), pots/pans, serveware or all sorts, blender, mixer, salad bowl, platters, chip and dip, a Whodini, grill set, and lord only knows what else😁
Laundry Room:
SpeedQueen Washer
SpeedQueen Dryer
Ironing Board
Iron
Steamer
Bin w/Beach towels
Living Room:
Sleeper Sofa
Loveseat
Palm Leaf Chair
Smart T.V.
Apple Home Pod Just say, Hey Siri play Walking on Sunshine, or Hey Siri what is the forecast, etc.
Desk ***We realize sometimes there is work that must be done***
Dining Room:
Table for 6
Deck:
2 adirondack chairs, cocktail table/Umbrella stand
Umbrella
Prominence has curbside trash pickup bi weekly, we strongly recommend placing the garbage can out on Monday night and Thursday night pickup is Tuesday and Friday morning, times always seem to vary. Please return garbage can to garage after pick up.

*Larry is one of my best friends husbands, kinda uptight until he isnt. He will ask you for things you have never heard of. We all have that friend and we love them anyhow.
DIrectly across the road, one of 30A’s favorite spots is The Big Chill (formerly The Hub) on beautiful 30A. The BIG CHILL, an Amphitheater with live entertainment nightly throughout most of the year, a large lawn for the littles to enjoy, oodles of food options, an ice cream shop and a candy store. Don’t forget to pickup a tshirt from Live Well 30A. Steps away, you will discover a variety of specialty boutiques, from clothing, accessories, art, Frankies Bike Shop Bikes, Luke Bryans’s, Shore Thing Cigars, and more!

On the Southside, you will find an additional pool, although much smaller, every bit as beautiful. (this pool is not heated)
***Please note Prominence does not have direct beach deeded access***
Happy Hour is less than a mile to the nearest beach access, with multiple beach access options located all along 30A, you are never far from your Perfect Beach! Feel free to mesage me for details of additional beach accesses or with any other questions that you may have.
FREE trolley service is offered to all Prominence guests Memorial Day through Labor Day, 9am-4pm!

Property manager

Scott Howard

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Frank Brown Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park are also worth visiting.
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Watersound, FL

What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Seagrove Beach East - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Alys Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Seaside Beach - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Idyll Hounds Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Old Florida Fish House & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pizza by the Sea - Seacrest Beach - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br> have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br>?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The HAPPIEST place to stay on 30-A…HAPPY HOUR 🌴⛱<br> located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps from Deer Lake State Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Alys Beach. Camp Creek Lake and Seacrest Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Perfect

Christy, the owner, was extraordinary! She went above and beyond to help with anything we needed help with pertaining to our stay. Everything was as shown and much better! Very clean and well managed. The house has a fun aesthetic to it! My girls loved the Apple HomePod the house had! Lots of dancing went on! First time to not stay on the beach. Was a little skeptical at first. Usually, we stay in seaside. This place did not disappoint! Was a great hit for my teenagers and 21 year old. There was no hassle at all going to the beach. Definitely recommend! Thank you Christy for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Julia D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

NOT the happiest place to stay on 30A

I want to start my review by saying I rarely leave reviews, positive or negative. This is the rare occasion when I am sitting down to write this review to make others aware of my experience. Pros: Beautiful decor. Great neighborhood to ride bikes. Wonderful pool. Cons: Food burned onto bottom of oven. Issues with 2 toilets being clogged, resolved with plumbers, downstairs toilet non working the next day (never used again). Gas stove emitting gas (safety hazard per gas company) which resulted in gas company being called. Grease caked inside left front burner which per the gas company was a fire hazard. Leak in vent hood over stove which filled the stove with water. Dust and possible mold in filter above vent hood. Downstairs toilet flushed/overflowed on day 7 when using the garbage disposal (even though had not been in use since day 2, but all plumbing is connected), which caused urine and feces to fill the bathroom and hallway--which was stepped in by myself--and from an unknown source. I have pictures and video documentation. Communication: Good initially until I reached out regarding the urine and feces covering the floor. Since then, no text or message within VRBO has been responded to. When I requested a refund, the communicated ceased. I'm not sure if these issues were present prior or if I had a run of absolutely terrible luck. Hoping that Christi will do the right thing and refund due to multiple issues, safety/fire hazards and sanitary concerns. RENTER BEWARE!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren V.

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

Awesome Stay

We had the best time during our stay! The property is super clean and in a great location. We had plenty of options for dining and things to do nearby. Beach access was a short drive away. The host is so kind and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mandy k.

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

Perfect stay

Thankful for a wonderful vacation at a very nice condo! The decor was whimsical and made it extra fun for our children. The beds were very comfortable, which isn’t always the case when you travel. Our checkin and checkout process was seamless and communication with the owner was easy and efficient. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Super clean and extremely well kept!

Great unit that we very clean, well stocked with everything you for cooking and enjoying the beach. Loved the bikes, chairs and the beach chairs! Beds were very comfortable and everything was as listed on the VRBO listing. Hub was great option for entertainment and feed as well. Beach is not within walking distance and would highly recommend a golf cart to make it easy. Overall great experience and will come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joelle L.

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

Perfection!

We enjoyed our stay so much, I was even more pleasantly impressed by the property than when I booked it online. Christi was phenomenal and very communicative. The inside was decorated just beautifully, even bigger than anticipated, great layout, great location – steps away from the hub. I want to live there! There isn’t really easy beach, which we were anticipating. It’s best to ride bikes to the beach, or just plan on driving to seaside or Rosemary if you want a little more for kids to do by the beach. We will definitely stay at this property again, just loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

hailey h.

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

Fun, whimsical, clean, and close to everything!

Christi was incredibly kind and professional. She decorated the house beautifully (I wish she could do my house next) . I felt I could get the whole feel of 30A just from inside the house! She communicated all the passwords and codes for the house and bikes. I felt very safe in the house and we all had a very fun time! Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maci P.

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

Amazing experience

Had the best experience. The host was amazing and super tentative to all our needs. The house was cleaned perfectly and decorated super cute. Short distance to the Hub and near good parking for public access to beach. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

The cutest cottage

This was the most amazing trip and by far the cutest place we’ve ever stayed at. So sad our trip is over. The condo is adorable and my nieces loved the pink. Much much larger than i thought. :))))))). Thank you for everything Christi!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

King J.

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

Great Place

We had a wonderful stay at the Happy Hour house in Watersound at the 30A Beaches. Beautiful place, spacious and comfortable. Great amenities and seamless communication with our hosts. Kids loved the community pool. Hope we can come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Loved it!

Our stay at this property was great. Well equipped and didn't need to bring much with us. The description on the website was accurate. Christi, the host was great in communicating everything we needed. Access to the beach was easy to find and the pool is walking distance to the property. We enjoyed it so much that we will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

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

Whimsical getaway!

What an adorable property! Christi was such a great hostess. We had a great time. Plenty of room for everyone, all of the necessities and the place was so whimsically decorated. We hope to go back and stay again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Magen M.

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

First time in Florida

This was our first time in Florida! We love the condo and they were great at communicating every time I had a question. Would definitely recommend this condo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Excellent property

Everything was excellent. Home owner very responsive! Property was super clean!! We had everything we needed for the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Everything you need

This home had everything we needed. I was so happy to have all the bikes, beach wagon, beach towels, and beach chairs to use to take to the beach. It made packing super easy. The bed was very comfy and bathrooms were spacious and had lots of towels. The decor of the home was too cute! It was so fun to stay there and I felt like I noticed a different special decor detail each day. You can tell a lot of love goes into preparing this home. The pool was very close and we ate at The Hub across the street 3 nights. It was just too easy to walk over and have so many options to choose from at The Hub. The beach access is not amazing but it is close. I truly feel it’s so different family to family for how you prioritize beach access on your vacation. We had two little ones under two and heard great reviews about the neighborhood so we were happy with the location to try for our first beach trip. The state park is a haul mainly because of the long walk once you get to state park. Later we saw a bike only access point left out of the neighborhood not even a half mile. I would recommend that access point especially if you bike or get dropped off. You can’t beat the amenities and family friendly environment here. And Christi was so easy to get in touch with and always quick to respond. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Great place to stay

Great location, friendly communication with the owner, great amenities and in great shape. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann Y., Baton Rouge, LA

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

Great trip

It was a great place to stay and Christy was wonderful to deal with!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Super Clean

Super clean townhouse. Property manager was great to work with. House had everything we needed for the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

tyler y.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

Kiddos had a excellent time riding bikes! Once we found a private beach to access by golf cart, she was smooth sailing from there! Will most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angie R.

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

Loved it!

Beautiful townhome in excellent location. After a short hiccup in the check in process, Christi was more than responsive and helpful during our time there. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Johanna T.

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay at Happy Hour! It was perfect for our family and was equipt with all the essentials. The best part was having bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas and even a utility wagon to carry everything to the beach. No need to rent anything! The host made check-in easy and simple and was always super responsive if we had any questions. The location is great, right between Rosemary Beach and Seagrove Beach directly across from The Hub. The only con is that beach access is not near by and requires a bit of walk (or bike ride) which is not convenient when dragging all the beach essentials. We suggest driving or renting a golf cart. There is a shuttle available on the property that picks up every hour that is convenient if you are not planning to take much to the beach. We loved exploring all the different beaches so driving was not a problem. Overall, place is wonderful and loved it here! We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Aptly Named!

This was our first time using Vrbo and I’m happy to say we had a great experience! Christi has created the perfect getaway with a cheerful costal cottage vibe. It is a very comfortable home outfitted with everything you need! Bicycles, beach chairs, umbrellas, towels and toys for the beach, plus a grill! All you need to pack are the swimsuits and sunscreen! We cannot wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Cozy townhome nestled within new community

HIGHLIGHT: The property owner Christy, was always accessible and quick to respond to questions before and during our trip. LOCATION: The community is new and falls between Seacrest/Alys Beach to the east and Seaside/Seagrove Beach to the west. Because of this, options for food and drink within walking distance are limited to The Hub on the other side of 30A. (*I noticed another reviewer said you have to cross a "busy street," however 30A is a two lane road and there is a crosswalk with lights. We felt very safe.) We also did some leisurely shopping at The Hub - there are some nice boutiques for clothing and home goods. I enjoy my coffee in the morning and wish I had asked beforehand about appliances as the kitchen is equipped only with a Keurig machine. To get our fix, we rode the bikes to the nearest coffee café and it was 5.0 miles roundtrip. As for the beach shuttle (which takes you west), we opted to ride the bikes to the nearest public access point to the east. If memory serves correctly, this was about a mile or so down the road. There is space to lock up the bikes - just ask Christy for the lock codes. You will also find a dirt makeshift area to park a vehicle about .25 miles closer to the townhome. UNIT: You can tell Christy has put a lot of love into making people feel right at home. We found the downstairs a tad tight for three people and rearranged a bit to open up the space. Outside of the Keurig concern, we did not locate a blender, so you may want to consider bringing your own as we had planned to make Piña coladas. Really, no detail has gone untouched - from the hand-painted furniture to the raffia tied around the guest towels. All of the towels are white and there was a sign to "use the grey washcloths for make-up removal," but we did not locate any. The carpets could use a professional cleaning and there were some unfinished projects (half-painted dresser, beach ball mural in kid's room, doors removed from armoire in one bedroom). But, there are LOTS of pillows and games galore, for all ages!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danielle E.

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

Best Host

Christi was wonderful! Best host, easy to reach and wonderful property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Great location and fantastic host.

The host went above and beyond to make sure we had a great visit. The property was very nice and we loved being across the street from the hub.

About the host

Hosted by Scott Howard

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My family has been vacationing on 30A for years and there is nothing like the Gulf Coast Beaches. It is most definitely our happy place!

Why they chose this property

We bought our home in the Summer of 2016 and we absolutely LOVE it. Prominence is located at the East end of 30a and it is perfectly placed between Rosemary & Alys Beach and Watersound, Seagrove, & Seaside. Prominence boasts a beautiful pool & a gym facility. The best thing about Prominence is being located directly across from The Big Chill, formerly The Hub. We think The Big CHill best thing on 30a and it is the perfect place for dining & entertainment for everyone. Come and see for youirself.

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English