A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
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Close to Panama City Beaches
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Deck or patio
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
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Panama City Beach, FL
Panama City Beaches
Place, Panama City Beaches
9 min walk
Paul Brent Gallery
Place, Paul Brent Gallery
3 min drive
Pier Park
Place, Pier Park
7 min drive
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included!
Enjoy a relaxing coastal getaway at Stutzman Beach Cottage—fully furnished, thoughtfully equipped, and just a short walk to the shore.
This charming cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests (maximum of 5 adults).
Primary Bedroom: Adjustable split king bed with private en-suite bathroom Bedroom 2: Queen bed Bedroom 3 (Kids Room): Twin-over-full bunk bed plus a separate twin bed (sleeps 4)
Location & Extras:
Just 500 yards from the beach 6-person golf cart included for easy trips to the shore
Comfort & Amenities:
Central air conditioning Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, range, microwave, and dishwasher Dining table for 6 plus island seating for 4 Smart TVs in the living room and all bedrooms Free WiFi and streaming services DVD player Washer and dryer
Outdoor Features:
Spacious patio with gas grill Private outdoor shower—perfect after beach days Large, fully fenced backyard
Pet Policy:
Pet-friendly (with conditions) No pets over 35 lbs Pet fee applies
Additional Information
Outdoor security cameras for added safety
Guest access Entire Property
Other things to note Pet fee is $10 per pet per night!
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Do not set AC below 74° F or the heat above 73° F.
Golf Cart must be locked in shed overnight.
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Property # 849699vb
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Panama City Beach
Located in Laguna Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Panama City Beaches and Rosemary Beach, while Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater and Aaron Bessant Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - 3 min drive
Sandbar - 5 min drive
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - 14 min walk
Burger King - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included!?
As of 22 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included! on 24 Aug 2026 start from AU$383, 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.
How much is parking at Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charming Family Beach Cottage. 6 person golf cart included! located?
Located in Laguna Beach Estates, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paul Brent Gallery and Panama City Beaches. Powell Lake and Panama City Beach Sailing are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a nice stay and the place had everything you needed. The golf cart to the beach was a real bonus.
Dan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Amber M.
8 June 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Well, we rented the property based off of the fact that it included a golf cart. The rental is more expensive than others but I assumed the golf cart would make up for that. It left us stranded while trying to go out to eat. We were left walking with 3 kids and had to pay out of pocket for a rental golf cart to get us home since my husband is a disabled Veteran & him and the kids couldn’t make the walk back. Alerted the owner and the concern was only the golf cart- not the renters. I assume that I expected to be offered reimbursement for the cost of the cart but it was never even hinted at. There is a keurig but no kcups, there is a dishwasher but you aren’t provided dishwasher detergent, a washer and dryer, but no detergent. There were roaches in the utensil drawers despite the home appearing clean. However, there was poison for roaches so I suppose it is an ongoing issue. Owner says to not lower AC below 74, so even with fans in every room- everyone struggled to sleep because it was sweaty. Maybe a lack of insulation? A dog friendly rental but the neighbors dogs bark at you & your dogs anytime they go out to use the restroom. We could actually overhear them talking about us as if we were an issue, stating, “great, they’re home again” while we let our dogs out. The police made me aware that the cart was NOT legal to be on the street at all. Overall, just a very disappointing experience. I did text the owner about these issues prior to making this review but was left on read.
Amber M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your vacation did not meet your expectations.
Regarding the golf cart, our rental agreement and welcome information clearly state that the cart is not permitted on roads with posted speed limits of 30 mph or higher. It is perfectly legal on our neighborhood side streets, as well as traveling to and from the beach. It is not legal within the city limits of Panama City Beach, but that is over 2 miles from our cottage and can only be reached be traveling on restricted roads. The golf cart was abandoned with depleted batteries almost eight miles from the cottage, so yes, we were concerned about getting it back before it got towed or stolen.
When notified, we immediately focused on l determining the cart's location and condition. While we understand the inconvenience this situation caused, the cart's failure was the direct result of it being operated outside the guidelines provided to guests.
For clarification, the golf cart is legal for use on approved local roads in accordance with Bay County law. It is not intended for unrestricted travel across town. It is a regular golf cart, not a registered and plated Low Speed Vehicle.
As for the home's amenities, we provide a fully stocked kitchen with cookware and utensils, as well as a small starter amount of paper products, but guest have to provide their own consumables. We also maintain a professional pest-control service, which is common in coastal and warm-weather environments. Any concerns reported during a stay are taken seriously and addressed as quickly as possible.
We appreciate all guest feedback and continuously work to provide a positive experience for our visitors.
We enjoyed our stay at the Stutzman Beach Cottage so much! It really was perfect for our beach vacation. The house was very clean and well-maintained. Short distance to the beach. We’ve already talked about staying here again on our next trip!
Ashley M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing our cottage for your vacation. And thanks for leaving it in wonderful shape. (The cleaning lady mentioned this to me.) We look forward to having you back! Thanks
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barb g.
4 Mar 2018
Great Place!
The house is very nicely furnished. The beds are comfortable. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. Great location and nice neighbors. Loved it here. Best PCB vacation ever! The grandkids loved the backyard when they came to visit. We did not use the golf cart because we like to walk and the beach access is just down the street but the cart is a nice touch.
Would stay here again for sure!
Barb g.
Stayed 63 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you Barb for your great review. We enjoyed having you as guests, and appreciate how well you cared for our cottage during your stay.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jon W.
14 Dec 2016
Wonderful vacation in a great cottage!
My family and I could have not been more pleased with this rental. It had more than enough room for my wife, daughter and I and could have fit few more people with if needed. It was VERY clean, nicely decorated and in a great location. The golf cart was a wonderful bonus. A 2 minute drive to the beach and we were in the water. The area was great and we even got to know some of the neighbors who live there.
If you are weighing your options with other locations, be assured that you an your family will be very pleased with this house. I will be back again next year for sure.
Jon W.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank You for your wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ken S.
15 May 2017
We Enjoyed Our Stay at Stutsman Family Cottage
This is a nice little house 2 blocks from the Gulf of Mexico white sand beaches. We had a family get together consisting of 4 adults and 4 children and we all fit nicely. The house is clean and tidy. The wifi works great as whenever we were all in everyone seemed to be on their devices. My wife and the kids enjoyed taking the golf cart to the beach. There are beach chairs and toys that came in handy. The Carousel grocery store is less than a mile and Thomas donut shop just another 2 blocks away. One could walk to get all the necessities. We found Buddy's Seafood to be a good place to get fresh seafood and the grill came in handy for cooking the shrimp and fish. More shopping and other attractions are just a short drive away. Nice quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors who made us feel at home.
The house is nicely furnished at meal time everyone had a place to sit and our only complaint would be the dollar store silverware. I'm going to miss sitting outdoors in the back soaking up the morning sunshine and warm temps. We really enjoyed our stay and this cottage will be on our list of favorite places to visit.
Ken S.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back! And yes, we will upgrade the silverware. :-)
We enjoyed our weekend visit at the cottage. Ms. Arlene was very helpful and easy to communicate with. The cottage is just a short walk or short ride on the golf cart to the beach, and the golf cart was a plus.
We had a great time on vacation! This place has everything you need. We normally stay in condos, but tried something different this year. We loved the easy beach access. Will definitely be back!
Melissa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2020
Hi Melissa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to having you back.
This is a great little house, nicely redone, and at a great price. Comfortable beds and furniture. Not too far to the beach in a quiet, settled community. Quick and easy trip to the beach with the golf cart. Multiple public beach accesses straight ahead down the street. We would not hesitate to rent this house again. Description and pictures are very good. No surprises. Owner has thought of everything you might need!
Laguna Beach is so nice and quiet, away from the busy Panama City Beach area. No high rises or busy streets, just family beach houses and small condo units--but close enough to grociery stores and PCB restaurants.
Everything was good and Dave and Arlene were great to deal with. Clean place and quiet neighborhood.
RUSSELL B.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you Russel, we look forward to having you back!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Roger S.
5 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Beware of cameras and nosey neighbors!
To start the property was nice and in a quite neighborhood and close to the beach. The golf cart was perfect for transporting to and from the beach. The place is clean and as advertised. That's where it went south. On our way down we were emailed the entry code and told of cameras at the premises which is a first for me and not listed in the property details. As a property owner I could understand but as a family on vacation its definitely different not being able to go outside without someone able to see your every move. We usually vacation with my family, different rooms but close by and enjoy the week together. We do most meals together either at restaurants or at our rooms. That has never been an issue until this year when I see a neighbor peeking around the fence. As soon as my family pulls up to the house. Shortly after I recieve a text mentioning a party and threatening charges and everyone not renting must leave the property. If it were a party I'd understand. but when its family coming by for dinner... no music, no alcohol, no smoking., not even loud talking. Simply family with young children coming to eat a meal and go back to their condo all at 9:00 in the evening. To be threatened becomes an issue. A phone call back to the owner and explaining the situation allowed everyone to be able to eat but was told to have everyone out by 10:30. Which was done. Reguardless, I'm on vacation and there is usually no schedule for my family. Simply enjoy the week with each other. So If you want a place where you can enjoy a vacation and not worry about nitpicking and nosey neighbors watching every move....It would be better to pick another spot. If you want privacy you may want another spot. If you dont mind these things it's not a bad place to spend the week.
Roger S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
We love to host families in our cottage. Unfortunately this guest booked for 5 but ended up bringing 12 and then invited a lot more people over for an event . Our cottage will only house a maximum of 8 guests comfortably and safely. There were at least 20 people on the premises at one time. Such a disappointment for us as hosts to have to deal with guests that are less than upfront with their intentions. I hope this guest is able to rent a place big enough for their needs and events.
Our security cameras are clearly mentioned in the rental agreement and are trained on outside areas easily visible from the street. Our wonderful neighbors bring us many compliments and repeat guests.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
26 July 2018
Nice place to take the family, the owners were helpful. I would recommend this place . A 5 star
Very clean and only 2 blocks from the beach. The beach was very relaxing and lots of things to do with in a 5 miles distance. This place is for all ages.
Janet H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
danny j.
2 July 2018
Super
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as said. Golf cart made it easier to get around.
danny j.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie B.
10 June 2018
Wonderful!!
The cottage is wonderful and very true to the photos on the listing. It is very spacious and has a super nice full kitchen. The beds were very comfortable and so was the couch and loveseat. The fenced back yard was great for our dogs. The golf cart was an added bonus. The location is close to the beach. I would definitely stay here again and plan to visit again soon! The owners are super friendly and helpful!
Natalie B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela T.
3 June 2018
It was just as described! Loved it! Will definitely go back next year!!
We had an awesome time! Beautiful beach home! Plenty of room and awesome owners!! My family really needed this!! It was so beautiful down there and super awesome to have a golf cart to scoot around on!! Thanks Dave and Arlene
Angela T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Merlin G.
18 Apr 2018
Great place
It is a very nice clean house. Easily able to make ourselves at home.
Merlin G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Laurie G.
27 Mar 2018
Very nice home, good location
We had a nice stay. The house was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Took the golf cart out once, weather wasn’t real cooperative, but it was nice to take to the beach, just a few blocks. We would recommend this property.
Laurie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie B.
4 Oct 2017
Wonderful Vacation!
We absolutely loved staying in this beautiful house for the week. It was plenty big for our 6 adults and 1 child. The owners are wonderful. They are easy to communicate with and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The golf cart was a great bonus! We loved using it to travel to the beach with. We look forward to renting this house next year for our vacation!
Stephanie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Patricia S.
17 Aug 2017
Very Nice
The house we very nice and plenty of room for 4 adults and 3 teenagers.
The owner was very friendly and a pleasure to work with.
Patricia S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
15 Aug 2017
Great home! Great location!
We stayed for 7 nights. We ran into a couple of problems at the beginning. The owners were prompt to take care of the problems. We are thankful for a nice place to stay! The golf cart saved us steps and was great to get to and from the beach! Great neighborhood and nice beaches that are not busy! House was great there were 7 of us that stayed and we were very comfortable! Pictures don't do justice for this cute 3 bedroom 2 bath house! You will have to stay to understand what I am talking about! Thanks for the great vacation and we look forward to returning in the future!
Amber S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
14 July 2017
Wonderful Beach Place!
This is a wonderful place to stay. I brought my 16-year-old son, mother-in-law, husband and dachshund for a week at the end of June 2017. Plenty of room for us all. The beds were very comfortable and the house is in great shape. It is obvious that the homeowners take great care of the home. One of the renters prior to us washed some pants with a penny in the pocket and this clogged the washing machine drain and left a pool of water on the floor. Mr. Dave had it taken care of for us right away. Super easy to work with and didn't even ask us to stay for the repair person! This is a great couple to work with. The only thing I would suggest is to bring a few blankets or quilts. Those black couches are leather and I worried about damaging them so we tossed some blankets over them for protection. The golf cart was so much fun to use. We rode to the beach every day we were there. When I come back to PCB I will stay here. Nice quiet part of the beach with some great sand bars to explore. Beautiful shells. Close to grocery shopping so you could stay out of the traffic and bustle or you can choose to be a part of it. Thanks Dave and Arlene for sharing your place!!
Jennifer C.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer B.
13 June 2017
Amazing experience in a beautiful beach cottage!!!
This was one of our favorite places we've stayed while on vacation and my family and I come to Panama City Beach at least 2 times a year. I loved that it was pet friendly and still the home was super clean and beautiful. I have 3 boys ages 3, 9, 11, and they loved the fenced in back yard and the golf cart. The beds were soo comfortable! The owners were so nice and very accommodating. There is plenty of room for parking and they have a little building that has everything you need for the beach. You can tell that the owners, Dave and Arlene really do want you to have the best vacation. I really can't say enough about how happy we were with our stay! My family and I have definitely found our permanent vacation rental. Thanks again for a great experience and beautiful memories with my family.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Helena S.
3 Oct 2016
Helena
This cottage is amazing! We had a family vacation here with 5 adults and 4 grandchildren (one was only 4 moths old). This cottage has everything! WiFi was a treat. 4 flat screen TVs; in each bedroom and in the living room. Kitchen has plenty of plates and coffee cups! Although this was not listed... All the beds have Temperpedic type mattresses; even the bunk beds. Awesome!! This is unheard of in a vacation rental. The dining room table is large enough for 8. Although it states a 6 seat dining table, there are 2 extra matching chairs in the bedrooms plus 4 bar stools. The outside hose is perfect to rinse off those little feet upon return from the beach. The kids actually loved the hosing off. It is a short walk to the beach and we did make the walk the first day, just to check out the neighborhood. After that we used the golf cart. The Golf cart is a 3 bench seat cart. Although it is listed as a 6 passaenger cart, it easily seats a child between 2 adults on each seat. We all enjoyed the golf cart. Street signs are posted for a 'golf cart friendly community.' We enjoyed that experience. Our 4 year old grandson squealed "weeeee" with delight on every trip to and from the beach. There is a 3-4 car parking spot next to the beach access. We were able to drive the golf cart right to the beach access and leave it there the whole time we were on the beach. (Of course you must take the key with you). There is a large locked shed at the back of the concrete driveway to store and lock up the golf cart each night. There are many items in that shed to use. Beach chairs, beach sand toys, boogie boards... Arlene is a delight to work with. She responds quickly and is a gracious owner. We felt very safe in the neighborhood. Everyone was friendly and sociable in the neighborhood. It is a quiet neighborhood. The front door has a coded door lock. You can easily access the house without having to worry about having a key to the deadbolt (just remember not to lock the door knob). There were more than enough bath towels. Sheets were soft and pillows were good. This was an amazing cottage. I can't say enough about it. We have stayed in many places, as we have vacationed twice each year for the past 35 years. This place ranks in the top 1%.
Helena S.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Hi Helena, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're delighted you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to having you back!