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Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park

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Relax in shades of aqua/sand and memory foam mattress in king master BR
43” 4K HD streaming TV, Netflix included, 3 USB ports, in-door mini blinds
Master bath with double vanity, lots of towels and storage and hairdryer
Large walk-in shower w/seat, Delta 5-spray shower head, dispenser of products
Master king balcony, faces east great for morning coffee

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Panama City Beach, FL
  • Frank Brown Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pier Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Russell-Fields Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half bath

Toilet

Hall bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED AND WALKING DISTANCE TO THE BEACH- PARK AT THE FRONT DOOR- NO WAITING FOR ELEVATORS-
COME ENJOY THE GREAT AMENITIES AT HORIZON SOUTH AND THE FAMILY FRIENDLY WEST END OF PANAMA CITY BEACH.

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We are the Karlen’s, owners of Shore Fun 7B-3 at Horizon South. We are excited to make many memories here with our family and friends. We also love to spend time walking along the beach and watching the beautiful sunsets. We would love to share our home with you.

This is one of the largest floor plans at Horizon South. It is a two-story, townhouse- style condo so there is no one above or below you, private and quiet. The condo was completely renovated with everything new in 2018, and new living room and patio furniture in 2023.

The furnishings, linens and decor are a mix of beachy, coastal, a little bit of farmhouse! For your comfort and convenience there are memory foam mattresses on all beds, a beautiful walk in shower in the master, lots of towels, blinds in all patio doors, queen sleeper sofa with upgraded mattress, and USB ports in all bedrooms and kitchen.

The main level is decorated with neutral walls, beachy accents and includes a new entryway cubby with beach hooks for your bags, beach towels to grab as you head out the door, and extra storage space for you. The laundry room is located inside, open concept living room/dining room/kitchen, half bath, enclosed patio off the living room. You’ll love the bright colored Fiesta utensils, serving pieces and dinnerware for 8 for dining, or use the Melamine for kiddos and casual outdoor dining. You’ll also find pots, pans, bakeware, stock pots, Keurig, coffee maker, X-wide 4 slice toaster, blender, and mixer, Ninja chopper, Magic Bullet, cutlery, a crockpot, electric skillet, and barware.

Upstairs you’ll find 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with coastal shades of aqua, blue ,and neutrals. The king master with a TV, a large closet and balcony and a beautiful ensuite bathroom. The front bedroom is a king with a TV, mini fridge, large closet and a large balcony. The 3rd bedroom is a queen with a TV, and plenty of hanging space and shelves in the closet. The second and third bedroom share a full bath in the hallway. There is a high chair/booster seat and pack’n play/sheets in the closet.

Horizon South is a gated community located on the quiet west side of Panama City Beach. We are in the center of the complex, right across from the office, main pools, hot tub, sports courts, mini golf, and shuffleboard courts. It’s a 7 minute walk through the complex to the crosswalk on Front Beach Road and our boardwalk to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and powdery white sand beach.

You can hop on the Bay Town Trolley at the front of Horizon South for a short ride to Pier Park a new shopping and entertainment hotspot just 1.5 miles away (check out their website for routes and fees). If you want to drive it’s only 5 minutes away and there’s tons of parking available. You’ll find shopping, casual and fine dining, nightlife, a movie theater, Dave and Busters, a new Skywheel, Walmart, Target, and a fishing pier (google Pier Park for a complete listing). Uber and Lyft are also available in Panama City Beach.

We think you’ll find everything you need here while you enjoy beautiful Panama City Beach, when we are your host. Read on to see what we include.

1) We manage the property ourselves. This means you will communicate with us directly instead of a company, no extra management for you to pay, and allows us better attention to detail and availability for your questions. We have a housekeeper who cleans our home every time so she’s familiar with it. We have our own maintenance people on call should a need arise.
2) Our home sleeps 8 so is great for a large family, two couples with kids, three couples, A group here for a sporting event, or a girlfriends trip. Renters under 25 are not allowed.
3) There is covered parking (carport) at the front door for easy loading and unloading of luggage and groceries. Additional parking spots are available.
4) Our home has a gas grill to keep your food cost down, a large refrigerator to store all of your cold foods, there are three outdoor spaces for you to enjoy (your own, not shared). It feels like home.
5) The keyless entry is great for young and old, no keys to keep track of. No waiting in line in an office to check in, just enter your code on the keypad and you’re in.
6) There are four large flat screen streaming Smart 4K UHD TVs and a private Wi-Fi with YouTube TV and Netflix included.
7) Included in your stay (not just a starter pack) is toilet paper, paper towels, paper napkins, trash bags, laundry products, dishwashing products, Ziplock bags, foil, containers, K-cups, creamers, and shower dispensers with body wash. This is a great value for a week stay plus you don’t have to spend time at the store buying it!
8) No need to pack or buy beach towels, backpack beach chairs, a couple beach umbrellas, along with a beach wagon to pull the gear to the beach are provided. There’s also a large rolling cooler(no glass allowed on the beach or at the pools), a couple of smaller coolers. Pack lighter play longer! Huge savings compared to paying to rent beach chairs for a week.
9) The outdoor space includes a patio off the living room with a Char-Broil 4-burner gas grill and utensils, 8 person table and 3 person glider, patio umbrella, and green space right off patio for kids to play, the front balcony upstairs includes 4 Adirondack chairs and 2 stands, (overlooks the central area amenities), master bedroom balcony includes 2 chairs and stand.
10) Horizon South has entrances on both Front Beach Road and Back Beach Road (Hwy 98) which is great when you want to make a trip to Pier Park or Frank Brown Park ( 1.5-2 miles away), 30A or Destin. Great amenities include 4 pools (main pool heated in the winter), A kiddie pool, hot tub, tennis/pickle ball court, mini golf, shuffle board, and swings. There are tennis and pickle ball rackets and balls, mini golf putters and balls, goggles, and 2- toddler life jackets in the beach closet.

Whether you’re coming to PCB for sports tournament, music festival, bike rally, wedding, or just to unplug with family and friends on our beautiful beaches, we want you to remember it was Shore Fun! No pets and no smoking allowed.
Free parking provided for one vehicle in the carport, any additional parking passes can be purchased for $25 each at the office when picking up your prepaid armbands and 1 parking pass, between the hours of 9am-4pm. Armbands will be provided for up to 8 guests over the age of 5 and are to be worn at all times during your stay. No rental golf carts allowed.

Property manager

Barb Karlen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Property Registration Number 32790

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is near the beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Panama City Beaches and Frank Brown Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Emerald Coast Mirror Maze. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beach Sailing - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Pier Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Gulf World Marine Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hook'd Pier Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Back Porch Seafood and Oyster House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack S - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tootsies Orchid Lounge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful-condo/townhouse - Sleeps 8 -5 Minute walk to Beach - Near Pier Park located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach condo building is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beach Sailing and Panama City Beaches. Pier Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mona A.

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

Home away from home

This was the perfect place!! Beautiful, very accommodating, super near the beach! It truly was like home!! When we come back, I’ll stay here for sure!! Super host and super house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TINA G.

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

Is a perfect get away

This was just like home everything was provided for you and I would definitely go back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Beautiful Property

The listing was very accurate to what we had in the condo. The condo was extremely stocked with everything we needed. Close to the beach and we loved the equipment room. Can't say enough about this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhnea H.

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

Horizon South condo Panama city fl

Excellant stay and horizon south condo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance R., Noblesville, IN

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

panama city vacation

hosts are wonderful and excellent at communicating. house is even more beautiful in person. gorgeous decor. would definitely return here
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

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

Wonderful Experience

The home was perfect for our family. We had everything we needed and Barb was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

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

Beyond expectations

The condo has all that you can think of. The host is very attentive and hospitable. Is a short walk to the beach which is very clean and the water clear. I wll definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb K.

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

Family vacation

Our family had a great stay!! Condo was updated, beautifully decorated and fully furnished. You literally just need to bring your clothes and food. Owner has definitely gone above and beyond to make sure your stay is comfortable and stress free. Plan to return again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

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

Such a great rental!

We loved our stay in this condo in PCB. The location was great, the complex has lots of amenities, the owner is very responsive and helpful. We had an electrical issue in part of the condo on day 4 of our trip and she was quick to get someone out to resolve it. We will be happy to stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki K., Berryville

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

Fabulous condo!!

The whole family loved this condo. The owner is amazing! So sweet!! Really, do not take anything but your clothes and food. Everything else is supplied. Would definitely stay again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara Z.

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

Amazing

This was a great experience for us. The amenities offered were excellent. Didn’t have to worry about running out of anything. Very clean and decorated beautifully. Barb was amazing to work with and easy to get ahold of with questions. Definitely would book her place again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Amazing Condo - Fully Stocked!

This was the most prepared and stocked condo I have ever stayed in! Anything and everything you need in the kitchen, laundry room, beach/pool closet, etc. Having the extra beach towels was helpful and not needing to bring all the paper towels, toilet paper, tissues, you name it. The kids absolutely loved that we were so close to the pool, we went just about every day! The walk to the beach wasn't bad either and the wagon definitely helped. The owner was great to work with and answered any questions we had. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edison Y.

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

PCB Condo

Excellent condominium. Can't explain all that we enjoyed because the experience was marvelous. I'm looking forward to staying at the same condo again. Everything was 100% as explained. Thanks for the loan of your beautiful place. Didn't have to worry about anything or anything that we needed. Just amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Wonderful!

I’ve been vacationing in PCB for 10 years. This one the cleanest property I’ve ever rented. The owner goes above and beyond in every way to make sure EVERYTHING you could need is there! I did rent a golf cart to go to the beach but it is not necessary if you don’t mind a short walk. The amenities provided by the unit were wonderful as well. My grandkids loved the pools and putt-put. This one a fabulous rental experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

True hospitality

We had an excellent time in PCB and this property was the main reason. Barb is a generous and responsive host and has literally thought of everything your family might need. The beach closet is unmatched and has everything you might need. The kitchen is well stocked with pretty much all the essentials. I had to reach out a few times and she was quick to respond and incredibly generous. Development was quiet with nice facilities - we enjoyed the pool almost daily and beach is a short walk. Really felt like we were at a family friend’s house who invited us to come on down, relax and help ourselves to anything. Can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juliana W.

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

Exceptional condo

We have booked many condos through websites like VRBO and others over the years and this unit is one of the best we’ve ever seen. So much thought and consideration towards the amenities as the beach closet and kitchen have everything you could possibly need during the week. The location right across from the pool is convenient. The beds are comfy and the rooms feel spacious. Communication with the owner is superb. The only issue we ran into which was minor was the refrigerator stopped making ice during the middle of our stay and towards the end of the week wasn’t keeping items as cold as it had been. We reported this to the owner and sounds like the fridge has ongoing issues, not their fault but the manufacturer’s design. Horizon South is a friendly, gated community right across from the beach and has a lot of green space. The walk with the provided beach cart and chairs took us about 6-7 minutes. Overall would recommend this condo to anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Great place with lots of extras

The unit was great. Barb has really thought of everything and has taken the time to do all the extras. It was great having multiple pools to choose from and having mini golf on site. The beds were very comfortable and the hot water was still going after 6 people showered. I would recommend this unit to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Great accomodations, walking distance to the beach!

Our family enjoyed our time in Panama City and the condo was better than the description. The hostess Barb is very communicative and answered quickly to questions. Definitely recommend this place. Close to many to many family friendly activities as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., EFFINGHAM

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

Perfect location for relaxing vacation

Customer service is key and Barb is wonderful- communicates quickly and provides all the extras- like the coffee bar. The condo complex is a little busy but it’s summer and everyone wants to hit the beach. Once in the condo, very calm, quiet and relaxing after spreading the time on the beach. This was our 2nd year in a row at Barb’s condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie F., White House, Tennessee

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

Perfect for families with children

We stayed here the third week of October. Barb went above and beyond to make our stay perfect! We had everything we needed and more. The condo was clean, updated with modern appliances, furniture, etc. Everything is labeled and super organized and convenient. The beach closet was absolutely incredible!! We didn’t have to bring a thing for the beach. She even had a floatie for our little one, a wagon, boogie boards, Pickleball paddles, beach towels, too many things I can’t even list. Staying here in the middle of October was nice because Fall Break was over and the beach was empty. Although there was a fluke cold front, there were two days we weren’t able to hang at the beach, but we stayed at the condo and had fun playing games, eating, etc. My husband went to Thomas donuts every morning for their amazing donuts! I had oysters for the first time at Mikes Oyster Bar. They were so good! We also went to Island Fin Poke for half price dole whips for just $2 from 3-6pm. Delicious! Don’t hesitate to book this beautiful condo! (But not when we want to be here lol). We will definitely be back again! The location is great, the condo is amazing and the communication with Barb was top notch. Thank you Barb!! We love your beautiful home and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect for our family of 6!

I chose this property solely because of the reviews and the description that we only needed clothes and groceries. Our children are 10, 7, 4 and 1 so to not have to worry about every single thing we would need made things all the more relaxing. We truly only needed clothes and groceries! We traveled 12.5 hours and were almost 4 hours into our trip when it dawned on me that we'd forgotten our daughter's puddle jumper. There were two in the beach closet! Everything was just wonderful and the accommodations couldn't have been more suited for our family. Barb was quick to respond about a few things throughout the trip and very friendly. I will 100% recommend this property to friends and would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hanna H.

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

Excellent stay

We came for 5 nights and it was the best! So very clean, location is great, has anything and everything stocked, owner is very kind an very easy to get in contact with. Overall experience 10/10. Would definitely recommend it an definitely will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Desiree B.

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

Exceeded expectations!

The property was everything listed and more. Seriously didn’t need to bring anything but clothing and food, there was even a high chair for the baby! If this property will have us we will be returning annually. The area was perfectly placed for our needs, close enough to stores but far enough from the crowds, the close restaurant was excellent, the walk to the beach was short and safe since most of the walk is in the gated community. It was absolutely perfect and couldn’t ask for anymore!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

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

Perfect

Everything was perfect very clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy L.

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

Panama city

This property was amazing! The owner is very helpful and has everything set up beyond what anyone would of expected. When it says everything is supplied that’s what she means. It made our vacation so easy and relaxing. The property owner was easy to get ahold of for every question we had. This was well worth our money. We had 10 people all together and had plenty of room. The beds are super comfortable, the property was very clean and the walk to the beach was not bad. I honestly can’t give this property owner enough praise. When we realize we left my nephews life jacket at home we looked in the closet and she even had those for boys and girls! The kids loved all the different beach toys! We will be back and look forward to it!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barb Karlen

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Randy and Barb, retired, are from central Ohio, where we have lived all our lives. We have always loved vacationing at Panama City Beach, enjoying the beautiful clear water, and white sandy beaches.

Why they chose this property

We love that Horizon South is on the desired west and of PCB and is a family-oriented gated community. The front of the complex is just across the street from the beach, and a 7 minute walk from our home. We are located in the central area of the complex where the recreation amenities are located. It’s nice to spend the day at the beach, come back and grill and chill on the patio, then jump in the pool or hot tub to end the day.

What makes this property unique

The location also makes it easy to access shopping, dining, attractions, and sports complex. We are also 15 minutes from the northwest Florida Beaches International Airport.

Languages:

English