10/10 Excellent
Zach W.
17 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zach W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Condo
Affordable Cozy Beachfront! Newly Remodeled! Free Beach Chair Service!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Panama City Beach, FL
- Thomas Drive2 min walk
- Ripley's Believe It or Not14 min walk
- Shipwreck Island Waterpark5 min drive
- Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Studio
2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Affordable Cozy Beachfront! Newly Remodeled! Free Beach Chair Service!
The newest addition to the Salty Turtles® array of beachfront studio condos is Salty Turtles® Beachfront III. This cozy beachfront beauty is completely remodeled and situated on the 8th floor penthouse level of the family-friendly, quiet, and clean Top of the Gulf resort.
Overlooking the breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico, you'll find fresh updates including new shiplapped walls, fresh paint, fresh linens, and updated décor. It sleeps 4, features two queen beds with new Casper hybrid mattresses, a full kitchen, full bathroom, Keurig coffee maker, cable/smart TV, USB ports throughout for work or study, walk-in closet for hanging/storage, luggage racks, and iron/ironing board. Soak up the views from a floor to ceiling bay window and enjoy the sight of the surf right from your bed. This condo is the ideal, affordable getaway for friends, couples, and small families. If your desired dates aren't available, please check our other two Salty Turtles® Beachfront listings (VRBO #'s 1491360 and 2374218). Read our guest reviews, book today, and you won't be disappointed!
As a special "thanks" for booking Salty Turtles® Beachfront III, a daily set of beach lounge chairs with umbrella (available March-October ~ $50/day value) is included during your stay at no additional charge!
The resort features a large gulf front pool + kids pool, poolside snack bar, beach showers with private beach access, exercise room, internet lounge, laundry facilities, vending machines, shuffleboard, corn hole, BBQ picnic area, and game room with arcade and ping pong table.
Top of the Gulf is conveniently located in walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment including Hershey's Beach Ice Cream Shop, Marcy's Pizza, Hammerhead Fred's, Pineapple Willy's, Alvin's Island, and Signal Hill Golf Course. A one-time $30 parking/amenity fee is required by the Resort to be paid upon arrival.
Overlooking the breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico, you'll find fresh updates including new shiplapped walls, fresh paint, fresh linens, and updated décor. It sleeps 4, features two queen beds with new Casper hybrid mattresses, a full kitchen, full bathroom, Keurig coffee maker, cable/smart TV, USB ports throughout for work or study, walk-in closet for hanging/storage, luggage racks, and iron/ironing board. Soak up the views from a floor to ceiling bay window and enjoy the sight of the surf right from your bed. This condo is the ideal, affordable getaway for friends, couples, and small families. If your desired dates aren't available, please check our other two Salty Turtles® Beachfront listings (VRBO #'s 1491360 and 2374218). Read our guest reviews, book today, and you won't be disappointed!
As a special "thanks" for booking Salty Turtles® Beachfront III, a daily set of beach lounge chairs with umbrella (available March-October ~ $50/day value) is included during your stay at no additional charge!
The resort features a large gulf front pool + kids pool, poolside snack bar, beach showers with private beach access, exercise room, internet lounge, laundry facilities, vending machines, shuffleboard, corn hole, BBQ picnic area, and game room with arcade and ping pong table.
Top of the Gulf is conveniently located in walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment including Hershey's Beach Ice Cream Shop, Marcy's Pizza, Hammerhead Fred's, Pineapple Willy's, Alvin's Island, and Signal Hill Golf Course. A one-time $30 parking/amenity fee is required by the Resort to be paid upon arrival.
Property manager
Salty Turtles, LLC
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 60854
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Panama City Beach
Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is on the beach. Thomas Drive and Pier Park 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 St. Andrews State Park. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Panama City Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Thomas Drive - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Panama City Beaches - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Ripley's Believe It or Not - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Publix Sports Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pineapple Willy's Restaurant - 17 min walk
- McDonald's - 2 min drive
- The Wharf Seafood Restaurant - 19 min walk
- Hammerhead Fred's - 7 min walk
- Coyote Ugly Saloon - 20 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kurt H.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Kurt H.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teri B.
29 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo
Teri B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kaitlyn K.
31 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Kaitlyn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dwana H.
9 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girl's trip
Dwana H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kory P.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great room and view
Kory P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kyle V.
2 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Kyle V.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
KayCee
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
KayCee
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn M.
16 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little spot
Dawn M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alesha
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alesha
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denis T.
21 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! The Views...
Denis T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
About the host
Hosted by Salty Turtles, LLC
Kirsti is the owner of Salty Turtles, LLC. She and her husband manage her three condos at Top of the Gulf resort under the name Salty Turtles®. She is a Georgia native, has been coming to Panama City Beach, FL for vacation for many years, and relocated to Panama City Beach, FL to be closer to her properties and oversee the day to day operations. She is a Premier Host on VRBO, has great guest reviews, is easily accessible to her guests, and is committed to ensuring that all guests staying in Salty Turtles® have the most relaxing and best vacation experience possible with a desire to return. Salty Turtles® is a registered trademark of Salty Turtles, LLC.
Why they chose this property
Top of the Gulf resort is a well maintained, family-friendly eight floor resort that has all the amenities folks look for in a beach vacation destination--a great pool, a great location directly on the beach, private beach access, grills to use, and a Surf Shack with snacks and drinks. It is the perfect affordable getaway for friends, couples, and small families!
What makes this property unique
All three Salty Turtles® condos are remodeled, updated, and face the beachfront side of building in the Top of the Gulf resort. For your reference, our VRBO listing #'s are 1491360, 2374218, and 3715982. In addition, we are local and routinely inspect our condos to ensure the highest quality and cleanliness standards possible for the best guest experience. Complimentary beach chair service is also included with all bookings ($50/day value ~ available March-October)!
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