Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access

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A pool area with a view of the ocean, a covered deck, and lounge chairs.
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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with stools, and a unique wooden bench.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Panama City Beaches

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carillon Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Powell Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 38)

1F Front Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

1F Rear Bunk Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2F King Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

2F Queen Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3F Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

3F King Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

3F Primary Suite

1 King Bed

4F Bunk Room

3 Single Bunk Beds

8 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

1F Front Bunk Bathroom

1F Half Bath

1F Rear Bunk Bathroom

2F Half Bath

2F King Guest Bathroom

2F Queen Guest Bathroom

3F Bunk Bathroom

3F King Guest Bathroom

3F Primary Bathroom

4F Bunk Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Panama City Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Sunnyside, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Publix Sports Park, or consider a night out at Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carillon Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Powell Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Pier Park - 9 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Bottle & Brew - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shades Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪30A Coffee Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$9,590, including 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 Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf-Front Luxury w/Private Pool, Hot Tub, Loft Game Room, & Direct Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sunnyside holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Panama City Beaches, Carillon Beach and Powell Lake. Rosemary Beach and Camp Helen State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed Manta Ray and had such a great stay. It means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you back whenever your travels bring you to the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing week at the beach. Perfect views and beautiful home we loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed an amazing week at the beach and that Manta Ray’s beautiful Gulf views made your stay so memorable. It is always our goal to provide a relaxing, comfortable retreat, and we are thrilled to know you loved your time here. We would be honored to welcome you back for another stay anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family vacation. We are a large family (18 of us). The kitchen was well stocked. The bedrooms and bed setups were well thought out for our kids and grandchildren. Private access to the beach was a major plus! Thank you for a great stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear Manta Ray was a perfect fit for your family gathering — it’s great to know the thoughtful bedroom layouts and well‑stocked kitchen helped everyone feel comfortable and at ease throughout your stay. Private beach access is always a guest favorite, and we’re glad it made your time together even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted your vacation was such a success. We’d love to welcome your family back for another memorable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotlessly clean home with comfortable furnishings. Loved having two dishwashers, which you really need with a home/group this large. We used the massive fourth floor bunk room for one of the private/primary adult suites, since it has a marvelous bathroom, a sitting area, a desk for working, a private oceanfront balcony, and one set of the bunks is king sized. We kept the bathroom door from the game room locked, so it was a private bath for the bunk room/suite. The house has excellent insulation/sound proofing. The location is perfect with expansive views of the coast in both directions. The area is quiet and calm, but you have a Publix, a CVS, and Aldi within 5 minutes. Restaurants in 30A resorts and Panama City Beach are a short 10- 15 minute drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We're thrilled that Manta Ray's design, comfort, and amenities helped create a memorable experience for your group. From the well-equipped kitchen to the generous gathering spaces and stunning Gulf views, it's wonderful to hear so many aspects of the home exceeded expectations. We appreciate your stay and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachfront location for extended family on vacation. It was a perfect week.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you for choosing Manta Ray for your extended family’s beachfront getaway. We are delighted to hear the beachfront location was such a great fit and that your week together was everything you hoped for. We would be honored to host your family again whenever your travels bring you back this way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing!!! The house was exactly what we needed for our group!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear Manta Ray was exactly what your group needed and that your stay felt amazing from start to finish. It is always our goal to provide a comfortable, easy, and memorable getaway, and it means a lot to know the house delivered that for you. We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures do not do this house justice. It was perfect for 21 people. No one felt cramped and everyone had a great time. The house keeping left hangers on shower doors and dirty dishes in the dishwasher, that did not change my mind on how well we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2026
We’re delighted to know the Manta Ray's layout and spaciousness made your stay so enjoyable, especially for such a large group. Your feedback regarding the housekeeping is sincerely appreciated and will be addressed with our team to ensure better attention to detail. Thank you for sharing both the highlights and the opportunities — we’re grateful you chose our home and hope to host you again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Let me start off by saying the house is GORGEOUS, plenty of space , great view and amenities ( beach chairs provided) and great location.However there needs to be a deep cleaning / sanitation in the house ! There was an awful smell from the bottom floor. The washing machine had so much mold inside . We tried to avoid the bottom floor as much as possible bc there is definitely more going on . Needs to be inspected for mold. ( we all started to get soar throats, sinus problems by day 3-4 , headaches. And all symptoms stopped once returning back home )Same smell came from the ice machine , you could see visible mold, as well as in the shower caulking.Hate to write this review bc the house itself is great. But very displeased by the cleaning , especially for the high price you pay to stay there
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear you loved the home itself, along with its spacious design, beautiful views, amenities, and location. At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the cleanliness concerns you encountered. The conditions you described are not representative of the experience we strive to provide, and we understand how disappointing that must have been, especially given the investment of your vacation. We take all guest reports seriously and will thoroughly inspect your areas of concern. We appreciate your candid feedback and the opportunity it provides for us to improve. We hope to welcome you back for the exceptional experience this home is intended to deliver.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful stay

This house was so amazing and we enjoyed the location on the beach! We will def be returning ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2024
Thank you Natalie for staying with us and for taking time to leave a review! We're so happy to hear you had a good time and your feedback is very much appreciated. We hope you'll stay with us again in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation stay and this place is just phenomenal. Photos do not do justice for this house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this house and we would like to come back for an extended holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for your glowing review! We are so happy to hear that Manta Ray exceeded your expectations and that the experience was even better than the photos. It means a lot to know you had such a memorable stay, and we would be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for a longer holiday anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Family Vacay Ever

We had an amazing time at your beautiful beach house! Everything was perfect! Check in was simple! The house is even better in person! We loved the location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time at Manta Ray and that everything was perfect. It's wonderful to know that the house exceeded your expectations and that you loved the location. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and location

The house was beautiful and in perfect condition. The location to the beach was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you Jennifer for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you found Manta Ray beautiful and in perfect condition. It's always our goal to provide a comfortable and inviting space for our guests, and we're delighted that we met your expectations. We're also glad to hear that the location of the house, with its proximity to the beach, was amazing for you. Being able to enjoy easy access to the beach is a fantastic feature of our property, and we're pleased that it added to the overall enjoyment of your stay. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated, and we thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We value your business and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future. If there's anything else we can do to enhance your next stay, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas trip we womt soon forget

The property is amazing. The house, the views, the location all of it 5 stars. Seen so much marine life as well
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2025
Thank you Shannon for staying with us and for taking time to leave a review! We're so happy to hear you had a good time at Manta Ray! Your positive feedback is very much appreciated. We hope you'll stay with us again in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July Vacation

There is tons of room for the whole family, a great location, and easy to get to 30A. Extremely responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Kortni - Thank you so much for staying with us and for the awesome review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we're so happy to hear you had a good time. Please come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Vaca

There were 14 of our family and we enjoyed the house very much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
Alicia - Thank you so much for staying with us and for the awesome review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we're so happy to hear you had a good time. Please come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best house!

Every this about this house was high end. We have a group of 22 and we never ran out of dishes, cups or anything. Every bed was so comfortable. I cannot say enough about how wonderful this house was. I only have one thing that would make this house even better and they need to provide beach towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Manta Ray exceeded expectations for your group—comfort, space, and thoughtful amenities are exactly what we aim to provide, especially for larger gatherings. It’s great to know the beds and kitchen supplies helped make your stay seamless. We also appreciate your suggestion about beach towels. That’s a helpful note, and we’ll definitely consider adding them to enhance future guest experiences. We’d love to welcome you and your group back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quality time spent here

The property is even prettier in person! We enjoyed our time together much more thanks to this beautiful place! Communication was always prompt and thorough! Highly recommend! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Thank you Quinn for staying with us and for taking time to leave such a nice review! We're so happy to hear you had a good experience at Manta Ray in West Panama City Beach. Please come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Manta Ray

The house was amazing! The kitchen was well stocked. The floor plan was very well thought out and accommodated 8 adults and 8 children (10 and under). We loved the proximity to the beach and the fact that 8 chairs and 4 umbrellas were included and set up each day was a real plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
Joan - Thank you so much for staying with us and for the awesome review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we're so happy to hear you had a good time. Please come back and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is roomy, comfortable, and well appointed. Kitchen is stocked with ample dishes, cutlery, and cookware. Property is located on beautiful beach in a quiet, safe, relatively uncrowded area. As with most beach rentals, there were a few maintenance issues, the most annoying being the frequently out-of-commission hot tub controls. Property management was responsive but not always competent to solve the problems. The beach service was an especially welcome amenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your detailed and honest feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed Manta Ray's spacious layout, well-stocked kitchen, and peaceful beachfront location — and that the beach service added to your experience. We truly appreciate your patience regarding the hot tub controls and will continue working to improve our maintenance support. Your insights help us grow, and we’d love to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

We had 4 families stay for a week as a kind of family reunion with kids from 1 through 17. The house is huge and beautiful, plenty of room (and room configurations) for everyone to have their own space but large areas to gather for eating and games. The house is right on the beach and having the chair service provide beach chairs and umbrellas waiting for you each day is a game changer! Between the beach, pool and house, I think we only left to run to Publix for groceries (2 min drive). But restaurants or downtown Rosemary Beach is only a short drive away. We stayed on Rosemary beach before but found it very busy and prefer this beach. On our last night we had a bonfire/smores set up and it was a great way to end our trip:)
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
Thank you for your detailed review of your stay at Manta Ray! We are delighted to hear that your family trip was a success and that you enjoyed the spaciousness of the house, the proximity to the beach, and the amenities provided. We are glad you were able to fully utilize the house and its surroundings during your stay. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home for multi-family Christmas/New Years celebration! Very well appointed - better than most accommodating this many guests. Plenty of dishes, refrigerators and ice on 3 levels, extras in the kitchen (crock-pot, baking sheets, stemware etc) Eight Comfy Bedrooms (each with en suite) spread out over 4 floors with a great bunkroom on the top floor for all the grandkids. Beware - if you're light sleepers or the kids wake before Grandma and Grandpa -- put them (Gma/Gpa) in a suite other than the 3rd floor primary master. We loved it but it might be too loud for some with kids directly overhead. Pool and hot tub were great, beach access and chair set up was perfect. Communication via text was always timely and thorough. We did end up with a lot of new/unused leftover food (snacks, condiments, tp, paper towels, spices) that we left behind for next guests or cleaning people to make use of (with permission from host) because we didn't expect to love all the local food as much as we did. Check it all out before grocery shopping! Thomas' donuts and Mikes seafood were favorites, Bayou Bills was good, the pier park was as expected, lots of shops and snacks. Ferris Wheel was a neat thing to do. Mean Mugs MilkShakes is connected to an arcade/bowling alley/ bar and a good place to go between early check out and late flights.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are delighted to hear that Manta Ray was a perfect fit for your multi‑family holiday celebration. It is wonderful to know the home’s layout, kitchen extras, and amenities helped make your stay comfortable and enjoyable for every generation. We appreciate your helpful note about the third‑floor primary suite — insights like this are invaluable for future guests. We are also glad the pool, hot tub, and beach setup added to your experience, and that our team’s communication supported you throughout your stay. Thank you as well for checking in with us about leaving unused items behind. We are happy they could be put to good use. And we love your local recommendations — it sounds like you made the most of the area. It was a pleasure hosting your family, and we would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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