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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Private fenced-in yard
One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Alys Beach
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Balcony or patio
Private pool
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Self-parking available
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Seacrest, FL
Seacrest Beach
Place, Seacrest Beach
2 min walk
Alys Beach
Place, Alys Beach
2 min walk
Deer Lake State Park
Place, Deer Lake State Park
11 min walk
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
34 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
1st Floor BR
1 Queen Bed
2nd Floor BR
1 Queen Bed
2nd Floor BR
2 Single Bunk Beds
2nd Floor Master
1 King Bed
3rd Floor Master
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes
Mermaids Retreat 30A is a newly renovated home with new interior and exterior paint, newly painted kitchen cabinets, refinished oak hardwoods in the bedrooms and third floor, a newly screened-in porch, new interior and exterior lighting, new refrigerator, new oven and a new pool heater. The home is also fully refurnished and redecorated. Please see a full virtual tour here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=X5TW6y3q5qf
HOME HIGHLIGHTS -Dazzling Gulf views -Steps to quiet beach access -Private pool with waterfall feature **Pool heating avail Oct 1-May 1 for $50 per day** -Newly renovated and fully refurnished -Patio area with gas grill -4 Adult bikes -Parking for up to 5 vehicles -Covered front porches on all three levels -Fast WiFi and cable, friendly for remote work
Mermaid's Retreat 30A is the perfect escape, with an unbeatable location just 100 steps from the beach access and along 30A between Alys Beach and the Hub. The 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home sleeps 12 in beds and features a fully fenced in private pool, four complimentary adult bikes, new transitional/coastal decor, and gorgeous views of the sparkling Gulf from the third floor lookout.
The kitchen has everything needed for indoor entertaining, including stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a drip coffee maker and Keurig, crock pot, and brand new dishes and utensils. There is seating for 12 between the dining table (8) and bar (4). Plenty of counter space and an open living concept makes cooking and entertaining a pleasure!
The home is fully equipped for families to spend quality time together, with a wide assortment of puzzles, books, kids books, DVDs and board games. For sports and TV time, the home has 6 TVs, with the largest (65") in the living room and a TV and DVD player in each bedroom. For those traveling with the younger set, we include worry-free plastic plates, cups and utensils, two baby gates, a pack and play and mattress, and booster seat. Additionally, there are no worries about safety, as exterior cameras are in place.
Mermaids Retreat 30A is located on scenic 30A, perfect for watching bike riders and viewing the beautiful Emerald Coast. Laid in a quiet residential area but close to all of the action, the home is located within walking distance to Alys Beach and The Hub (~1 mile, 5-7 min bike ride), which provide great family entertainment and numerous restaurants. The location is also only a short 3-5 minute bike ride from Camp Creek coastal dune lake and a 10 minute bike ride to Rosemary, with its incredible Sunday Farmers Market. Four adult bikes are provided for your convenience.
Now for the best part, the BEACH! Mermaids Retreat 30A is only a 45 second walk to a breathtaking quiet beach by way of the beach access across the street. There you will find the sugar white sands and crystal clear waters of the Emerald Coast. This is one of the best perks of the house as you and your companions can use the provided chairs and umbrellas to quickly go from the front door to having your toes in the sand, with the ease of running back and forth for lunch or a quick dip in the pool. The neighborhood beach access effectively serves the surrounding homes down Seacrest drive and has no golf cart parking, making it less crowded than many areas along 30A. You'll never be three rows deep here.
House Tour/Sleeping Arrangements 1st FLOOR -Welcoming front porch with rocking Adirondack chairs -Separate dining room with seating for 8 -Open concept kitchen and spacious living room -Bedroom #1 - Queen bed with en suite bath and pool views -Screened in porch with sofa and dining table with seating for 8, perfect for al fresco dining
2nd FLOOR -Stairs lead right up to the double door exit to the large front porch complete with wicker rockers and ladder ball -Bedroom #2 - Bunk room featuring two sets of twin bunks -Bedroom #3 - Queen bedroom with connecting bath (shower/tub combo) -Bedroom #4 - King master complete with large en suite bath, pool views and desk perfect for working or conducting school remotely -Hall laundry closet with full size washer and dryer
3rd FLOOR -Bedroom #5 - King master with wet bar and mini fridge, en suite bathroom, family gaming area, and Gulf views -Private porch with Gulf views perfect for morning coffee watching the sunrise or happy hour sunset views
Planning your Florida itinerary? Don’t miss these highlights: -Seacrest Beach (across the street) - Our gorgeous neighborhood beach, complete with powdery soft sand -Alys Beach (5 min bike ride) - Incredible architecture and dining, with the best donut truck and playground on 30A -Seaside (10-min drive) - Visiting this iconic town for shopping and dining at Great Southern Cafe or the food trucks is a must -Camp Creek Golf Club (3-min drive) - Stunning 18-hole course designed by Tom Fazio -Pier Park/Pier Park North Mall (20-min drive) - Open-air shopping center with stores, dining, a movie theater, and rides -Gulf World (20-min drive) - Aquarium with exhibits incl. dolphins, sea lions, & more -Point Washington State Forest (14-min drive) - Expansive park with walking/hiking trails, hunting areas, and lots of wildlife
RESERVATION/BOOKING POLICY - RATES- SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY during Spring Break and Summer with a minimum 7 night stay -A 50% initial payment is due at the time of booking. -Balance is due 60 days prior to arrival date. -Fully refundable $850 damage deposit required. -Initial payment is fully refundable if cancellations are given 60 days prior to arrival date. -Check-In begins at 4:00PM CST. If available, an early check-in may be requested for an additional fee. -Check-Out is by 10:00AM CST. If available, a late check-out may be requested for an additional fee. -Must Be 25 Or Older To Rent. We have a strict family only policy. No exceptions. -Bikes are included in the rental. To utilize, waiver must signed and received before code is provided. -NO ANIMAL HOME. Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO ANIMAL policy will result in IMMEDIATE EVICTION plus additional deep cleaning charges. -NO Events, to include wedding receptions and other large gatherings are allowed. If violated, double cleaning fees, as well as other possible fees, will apply, and Renter will be required to leave the premises and remaining rents will be forfeited.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Seacrest, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach. Frank Brown Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sundog Books and Eden Gardens State Park.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 3 min drive
Fonville Press - 2 min drive
Ambrosia - 4 min drive
Havana Beach Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
Oku - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?
As of 17 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,215, 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 Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?
Self-parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mermaids Retreat 30A 🧜🏻♀️ STEPS to Beach Access, Pvt Heated Pool, Gulf Views, Bikes located?
This family-friendly Panama City Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach. Rosemary Beach is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved our stay! The house was perfect for 2 families — very close to the beach and stocked with everything we needed for a fun beach trip (eg, beach chairs & wagon, toys and books for kids). We could not recommend this house more!
The house was everything we expected. any questions or concerns we had were addressed quickly. Whenever we needed to contact the owner via text, we received a reply within 5 minutes. Highly recommend this home. Great location, beautiful pool, and plenty of basic necessities were supplied. We would definitely stay there again!! Thank you Troy.
Beautiful home! Hosts were great and responsive to questions we had ahead of time. Location was perfect- across the street from the beach. Kids loved the pool - great for large groups and kids.
Troy was great, I appreciated the timely response to my questions throughout the stay. My family and I enjoyed ourselves. We would definitely recommend
Loved the pool. The crows nest was wonderful for morning coffee. Loved the upstairs bedroom. All bedrooms were very nice. House fit my family perfectly. Walk to the beach was easy and riding bikes to Alys was perfect.
This was a beautiful home, property was well maintained. Our only disappointment was the heated pool wasn't working. So we never used it. The pool had been cleaned twice as scheduled. The bikes, we had to buy a tire pump as they were low. Troy responded quickly on any issues we had. He also allowed us to get in the home earlier in the day as our family was flying in. The home was walkable to the beach. Our family had a terrific time there.
Our stay at Mermaid was PERFECT!! The house is in a central location and Beach is right across the street. The house is fully stocked from kitchen to beach equipment and bikes. The owner are amazing. They helped us with our planning and the few things we did need while we were there were taken care of within minutes. I give this place and the owners a 100!!!
We loved our stay at Mermaid’s Retreat! The house is very comfortable and accommodating. We had six adults and everyone had plenty of space. We enjoyed having the heated pool and bikes and the location is excellent. Thanks, Troy for being such a great host! I
We loved our stay at Mermaids! It’s so close to the beach and close to Allis, Rosemary, and Seaside areas, but gives you a quiet oasis in between the busier areas.
Such a well-stocked home and the location was perfect! Owner was very responsive to any questions we had before and during our stay. The screen porch was an extra bonus, we spent several hours out there. Hope to be back next year, thank you!
We had a fantastic time in this great house. Having your own pool was great and the beach access was so close! House was spotless. Beds were comfy. Will definitely come back!!
What a wonderful vacation home! Very clean and had all the amenities we needed. Being steps away from the beach was a huge bonus! Communication was great and will definitely go back!
This property had everything we needed and the easiest access to the most beautiful beach. We will definitely be back and hope to stay at this location again.
We had a fantastic stay at Mermaids Retreat. The property was beautiful and offered every amenity we could have hoped for. Communication with the owner was outstanding from start to finish, making everything smooth and stress-free. The location was incredibly convenient, just steps across from the beach access, which made our days at the beach effortless.Although bikes were available for use, we spent most of our time enjoying the wonderful private pool each afternoon after returning from the beach. It quickly became one of our favorite parts of the stay.Mermaids Retreat was the perfect place for my wife and me to celebrate my retirement, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We highly recommend this property and would love to stay again.
The house is great! Plenty of room and nice outside pool. But with younger kids the best part was being able to walk right across the street to the beach. We went in mid-June and the beach was not crowded at all. Plus, the hosts are so nice and accommodating. We will be back!
Wonderful week. This is a great house. Very convenient to beach access just across the street. Everything in the house is set for a comfortable stay. Beds are comfortable. A/C works great. Pool is great for the kids. Definitely recommend this house for a family wanting a great place to stay on 30A.
The house was as shown on the website with lots of space and clean. Communication with the owners was great and all needed info was provided efficiently. Very nice place and extremely close to the beach access. Will be staying here again in the future!
Troy and Mandy are great host that are very responsive. Listing was very accurate and property is very convenient to the beach access.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Troy & Mandy Fallaw
Why they chose this property
We traveled as a family to this area for years before finally deciding to make it a permanent part of our lives. There is absolutely nothing that compares to the powdered sugar sand and crystal clear water of the Emerald Coast, short of hopping on a plane to the Caribbean. Our kids love could play in the pool all day at Mermaid's Retreat 30A, and we love being so close to the beach and only a short bike ride away from some of the best shopping and dining in town.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests