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The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome

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A building with a sign reading 'Welcome to The Sondy Turtle' and a golf cart parked in front.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the beach.
A spacious living room with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, microwave, and refrigerator. A welcome sign is on the wall, and the floor is wooden.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a sofa. There's a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Panama City Beaches
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Edgewater Gulf Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Course at Edgewater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main Bedroom Upstairs

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom Upstairs

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bathroom Downstairs

Toilet

Main Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome

Welcome to The Sandy Turtle, a townhome in Gulf Highlands Beach Resort that sleeps 8, welcomes 2 pups, and includes use of a street-legal golf cart for no additional cost.



The Sandy Turtle townhome is a ground floor, two story, end-unit townhome that is upgraded, beachy, clean and comfortable. The downstairs offers an open floor plan with a living area that is spacious with a comfy couch and loveseat plus smart TV, and the dining area seats six. The kitchen is well equipped with all appliances needed for meals and snacks including a traditional full pot coffee maker and a single cup maker, cookware, dishware, and utensils. A half bath is located just off the living area, along with a washer and dryer. An enclosed Florida room out back offers storage for your beach gear and a sliding glass door to the private back yard area.



Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms: both with king beds, smart TVs, and clothing storage. The full bathroom between them has a vanity and tub/shower combo.



Guests will be able to park in two dedicated parking spots directly in front of our entry door. No waiting on elevators.



Out the back door, there is a patio with a table and benches with a great green space perfect for stretching little legs or for pups. Enjoy the nearby pool, putt-putt course, and shuffleboard courts, all within walking distance. The resort also features tennis courts and pickleball courts, just a short walk or golf cart ride away.



The Sandy Turtle includes use of our street-legal golf cart (seats 6) for no additional cost. All drivers must be 21 years or older and follow the rules of PCB regarding where street-legal carts are allowed (a map is provided). Golf carts can enter and depart the resort through a convenient automated gate. The beach is a quick golf cart ride or short walk within the resort to the Front Beach Road gate, where you can easily cross over to the private beach access.



Primary renter must be at least 21 years old, sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of booking, be present for the duration of the stay, and agree to provide the host a credit card on which a $200 damage deposit hold will be placed prior to arrival and then released after his/her uneventful stay. No smoking or parties allowed. Booking includes parking passes for two vehicles. No additional passes are allowed, no trailer or boat parking is available. Pets are limited to two.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Primary guest must be 25 to rent, be at the property for the duration of the stay, and sign a digital rental agre
A $200 security hold will be placed on guest cc before check in and must remain in place for the duration of the stay.
No smoking or parties. Booking includes up to two parking passes.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 71906
Property # 5094917vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home 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 popular attractions can visit Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Rockit Lanes and WonderWorks Panama City Beach. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Panama City Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Thomas Drive - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coyote Ugly Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ocean's Bar & Grill (Edgewater Beach Resort) - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Wicked Wheel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

As of 22 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,096, 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 The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sandy Turtle at Gulf Highlands: Enjoy a Street Legal Golf Cart +Pets welcome located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Rockit Lanes and Royal Escape Rooms are just steps away.

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place ! Location , amenities and cleanliness! We were lucky enough that it was pet friendly also!! We had a wonderful week at this resort! The golf cart was an added bonus, we were able to explore Front Beach Rd and explore the resort! Would definitely recommend this place and return without question!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Thank you for the review. We are soo glad you had a great trip.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable!!! Quiet neighborhood. Having a golf cart to get around was great!!! Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and comfortable place! Golf cart was so much fun! Everything was clean and it came with stuff for the beach. Communication with the host was amazing. We had a great trip! I would love to come stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for the review. We are so glad you had a good trip! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The street Golf Cart was a lot of fun! We will defiantly contact the host again when we return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would highly recommend this rental in PCB the easy check in the amenities at the location with several pools to pick from ,pickle ball tennis courts and the bonus having a golf cart with the rental :) I didn’t see any mention of bunk beds in the description but we loved that the second room had them :) we would love to come back again for our next PCB stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Your host

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The Sandy Turtle is owned by Bronwyn and James “Rooster” Bridges, long-time Panama City Beach lovers who cherish sunshine, relaxing coastal days, and their favorite spot—Hunt’s Oyster Bar. PCB has always been their happy place, and creating a beach getaway for families to enjoy was a dream come true. Bronwyn and Rooster are also like family to Jared and Haley Roddam, owners of Why Wait? Just Book It. As best friends and beach buddies, they’re excited to partner together in bringing warm hospitality and unforgettable vacations to guests. Why Wait? Just Book It proudly manages The Sandy Turtle with the same care, honesty, and family-style service that has shaped all of their properties. Welcome to The Sandy Turtle—where friends become family, and every stay feels like home. 🐢🌴💙

Why they chose this property

We love the Gulf Highlands Resort due to its proximity to the beach, and the many amenities available throughout the resort.

What makes this property unique

Gulf Highlands is a gated resort community with 24/7 security and incredible amenities including 11 swimming pools (5 heated seasonally), tennis courts, pickleball courts, 18-hole putt-putt, shuffleboard, playground, and a restaurant with a pool and bathrooms is directly on the Gulf of America with no steps needed to get to the beach.
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