Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar
Beautiful Spacious Beachfront Condo, with Large Balcony, Sleeps 8, 2BD and 2BA
THIS CONDO IS THOROUGHLY CLEANED WITH ANTI-BACTERIAL CLEANING PRODUCTS THAT KILL 99.9% OF GERMS
IF SUDDEN CHANGES ARISE AND THE BEACH IS CLOSED WE WILL ADJUST THE CANCELLATION POLICY.
This unit has just gone through a complete remodel and is stunning!
Free Wi-Fi Vacationers have flocked to this 27 mile stretch of stunning coastline to enjoy the sun-soaked beaches, powder-white sands, turquoise waters, fresh seafood, and the small town character yet exciting atmosphere of Panama City Beach for years. You and your family will have the ultimate experience in this luxury condo that includes beach chair service. This section of Northwest Florida has tremendous amounts of fun and activities to offer all ages. This condo is very unique as the entire living space is banked with large sliding glass doors and windows so you feel like you are standing on the beach while in this wonderful condo. The master bedroom has this same wall of glass feel so when you open the beautiful custom drapes you can lie in bed and feel as though you are on the beach. Upon entering the condo your breath will be taken away by the view! The VERY large balcony can accommodate the entire group whether dining, relaxing, or watching the amazing sunsets! Also free WiFi. Watercrest just completed a 4.5 million dollar renovation and you will not find a cleaner more well kept property. There is 24/7 security personnel walking the parking lot and all 18 floors. Watercrest is on the East end of the beach and we do not have the traffic congestion that other areas of the beach experience so your vacation can be stress free. The pool deck is immaculately maintained and the pool side furniture is brand new. There is a snack bar poolside which serves your favorite cocktails and food. Set up at the pool area and spend the day going back and forth from pool to beach! With the included beach chair service you can have the service attendant prepare your padded chairs and umbrella daily.... It's wonderful. Watercrest has a very nice exercise room, shuffleboard court, tennis court, indoor racket ball or pickle ball court not to mention all the water activities available on the beach. At the East end of the beach you have the waterfront headquarters that is home to legendary fishing fleets, pirates, pontoon boats, kayaks, jet skis, dive boats, and Florida's most visited state park not to mention the best golf courses in NW Florida, and a beautiful uninhabited island. You can also go tubing or parasailing, diving and snorkeling. Or play a round of miniature golf with the family before you ride the go-carts. It's all right here and much more. The marina is only a couple miles away where you can charter a deep sea fishing trip, Sunset Cruise, Pirate Cruise, or Shell Island Cruise, Dolphin Watching Excursion, or rent a pontoon boat and do your own exploring! There are several wonderful dining options at the Marina where you can watch the sunset as the boats come into dock. Pier Park is a 10 minute drive away and is a shopping, dining, and entertainment mecca. You can also go pier fishing and catch a free concert on the lawn. Dave and Buster's is at Pier Park and a large movie cinema among many other entertainment choices such as amusement rides, mazes, and laser tag. Panama City has ZooWorld, Shipwreck Island Water Park, Gulf World Marine Park, Wonderworks, Ripley's Believe It or Not...just to mention a few. For a wonderful day trip, St. Andrews State Park is located on the Gulf and is a perfect day trip about five minutes away by car. There are several entertainment establishments that feature Go Carts, Bumper Boats, Arcades, and Miniature Golf. We recommend you Google these establishments for detailed information on the sites that specifically interest you and your family.
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Property # 2280742vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Lower Grand Lagoon, a neighbourhood in Panama City Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Andrews State Park and Panama City Beaches, while Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park are popular area attractions. Water Planet and Emerald Falls Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
panama city beach, FL
What's nearby
Thomas Drive - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Panama City Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Andrews Bay - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
The Sea Dragon - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
St. Andrews State Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Schooners - 18 min walk
Andy's Flour Power Cafe & Bakery - 5 min drive
J. Michael's - 4 min drive
Amy's Coffee House - 5 min drive
Off the Hook Bar and Grill - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Picturesque Beachfront Condo- Spacious Balcony, 2BD/2BA, Pool & Tiki Bar located?
Nestled on the beach, this Lower Grand Lagoon condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Thomas Drive. The Sea Dragon and St. Andrews Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
we were very pleased with the condo. Would definitely re book this location!
Judy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you Judy, this is a premium condo and we are so happy you were pleased! It was our pleasure to host you and we will look forward to your return! Sherry
Everything was great! This is the cleanest and nicest condo that we’ve stayed at. The only thing that I would suggest is to add more towels and washcloths.
Had lots of fun very nice and family friendly place to stay. Absolutely beautiful view. Some small issues occurred but they were very easily fixed by great communication with the property owner.
James B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you James, I am glad to hear you experience was wonderful at the condo. If I remember correctly the fuse flipped during a thunderstorm and had to be reset. I am glad it was an easy fix! We look forward to hosting you on your next beach trip! Sherry
My first time staying at a VRBO and this condo exceeded my expectations. The place was very clean and nicely decorated. The large glass doors and windows provided amazing views of the beach. Would definitely visit again.
Jeanette H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you Jeanette, we would love to host you again. Thank you for the wonderful review. This is an exceptional property and it was our pleasure to share with you. Sea You Soon, Sherry
This is a wonderful property with spacious living space, large balcony, and great views. We were very comfortable here and hope to return next year.
James K.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
It will be our pleasure to host you again and we look forward to your return. Watercrest 1703 is an amazing condo with a view you don't forget! We look forward to your visit next year...or sooner :) Sherry
Overall, the accommodations were great. Beautiful oceanfront views! However, the master bedroom lacked sufficient cooling, but the additional fan provided in the closet helped some. We had a wonderful time.
This was the nicest condo we have stayed in, out of the ten or so we have used in the past. Everything was so nice and new, and the location is the best in PCB, in my opinion. Very low traffic, the beach was not that crowded, and the pool was never crowded. Also, NO elevator issues.... even staying on the 17th floor!!! Would absolutely stay here again.
Brent B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you Brent, some of the reasons you mentioned is why we love Watercrest, no traffic issues, no wait for elevators, and easy parking. Makes for a stress free vacation. We look forward to hosting you again soon, Sherry
We just got home yesterday. This place is fabulous. We stayed with our daughter, son in law and 4 granddaughters. They all want to go back every year. Location was perfect, not too crowded, quiet and the views are breathtaking! We didn’t want to leave the property hardly at all. If you are thinking of going it’s well worth every penny!
Most was great. Reported one maintenance problem that was responded to quickly. Little things-we will put on our evaluation form and hopefully fixed. As long as they are repaired, would definitely stay again.
Best view you will ever find. Condo was renovated, modern, and clean. Couple tips for owners: need curtains in master. Sunrise comes awful early. Out of your control, but 1 of 2 working elevators makes for a long wait.
Rocky P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you and we agree, this view from the 17th floor is amazing. We have custom drapes being installed any day now and are very excited about that. The elevators are working now, parts took longer to get than usual but everyone is experiencing that at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience. sherry
Absolutely beautiful views from balcony! Condo is very nice, but master bedroom was very warm & had a very firm bed (not what we like). Kitchen had only basic, minimal equipment, so if you like to cook you’ll have to bring your own baking dishes, measuring cups/spoons, etc. Had a small maintenance issue when we arrived, but was taken care of right away! Afternoon sun comes directly into living area & is quite blinding for a short time. Elevators were quick & beach access was easy, but snack bar by the pool is absolutely horrible & terribly overpriced. Not sure we would stay here again, kinda expected more for the per night cost. Overall, we had a great trip & enjoyed our stay.
Stacey T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you for the review, it is best to keep the window treatment closed during the heat of the day with the large glass opening as it would be in any beachfront condo or home . I will look into the bakeware and add a few pieces thank you for bring that to our attention. It is very hard to please everyone on the firmness of the mattresses as you can imagine. We are happy to hear you had a great trip! Sherry
Verified
6/10 Okay
Tricia P.
13 March 2022
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great condo/poorly maintained property
The condo was beautiful and just as the pictures showed. The resort property needs some TLC. The pool bathroom stalls are falling off the wall and only one working elevator. I was disappointed by the property manager. I reached out on the first day to ask a question and never received a response back. Also, there was a dredging project happening and we had no access to the beach in front of the condo or to the beach chairs that were included in the price of our unit. Also, this operation was pretty much non-stop and extremely noisy and made sleeping very difficult. The lack of transparency and communication from the property manager regarding this huge inconvenience was very surprising.
Tricia P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Hi Tricia I understand the inconvenience about the beach restoration project but I want to assure you we had absolutely no warning about when they were going to start that project. They just showed up one day and told everyone to get their stuff off the beach. So I am very disappointed you would assume there was a lack of transparency. We can't tell you about something we were not told about. I don't know where you were sending these messages because we absolutely always respond to every message we receive without fail and my personal phone number is made readily available to all guests. Hope you were able to enjoy yourself even though the beach work, that blindsided every party involved, just so happened to coincide with your trip.
Chase Steele
We have stayed in several different condos at the Watercrest over the years and this is the most nicely remodeled one we have been in. Chase, the property manager, was great. I had some questions concerning the beach being worked on before we arrived and he was super helpful and when we arrived we had some minor issues he was quick to help us resolve. We did have some elevator problems- only one going up to the 17th floor was operational and at times even it was not working. This obviously is a building maintenance problem and no fault of the co do owners or property manager. My suggestions for the condo would be hangers- there are none in any of the closets and especially given the lack of dressers it would have helped us from living out of suitcases. Some small dressers with drawers in the closets would be awesome. Extra pillows and blankets in each room would also be great. The kitchen had everything we needed except a colander. We enjoyed it so much we already booked to come back in the summer.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you so much for the comments, we strive to provide an exceptional experience! The elevator issue is corrected, we found out that a lightning strike caused the problem but all is corrected now. So sorry for any inconvenience. We will make sure to have more coat hangers and blankets before your return, Sea You Soon, Sherry
Pros: This property is freshly renovated and offered amazing views! Location is pretty remote and away from PCB life (this could go either way depending on who you are). Beaches are beautiful. Did I mention the views?! Just a short drive to everything.
Cons: it’s still in the process of being renovated as of June 2021. We had to let a granite guy in to buff the counters, the new oven didn’t work (stovetop worked fine) and after some storms came through the toilet became known as the singing toilet. Apparently being on the 17th floor gave the water pressure some issues because it whined and sounded like a siren until you flushed it. So our last night of the stay we were getting up during the night flushing it every hour or so.
There was no hair dryer, so bring one.
Master bedroom was hot as hades because it’s on an outside wall. But I didn’t feel any cool air coming from the vent. But I always bring a fan so that was tolerable.
There are a lot of cons but mostly they were inconveniences. This property is beautifully done and perfect for what we were looking for.
Stephanie G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
We are sorry for any inconveniences. You were our first guest after the major remodel and we have since worked out these small issues. The solar shade should keep the heat out of the bedroom now, a small price for this floor to ceiling view. Please come back soon, Sherry
This property provided the most amazing views of the ocean! It was very clean and had a lot of space. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. I noticed someone had left a comment about the master bedroom being so hot. While it does get warm ( totally worth it for the view from the bed) we ending up putting a fan in the doorway and pulling the shades if we weren’t there. We could not of had a better week!!
Veleera B.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2023
Thank you Valeera, it sounds like you had a very memorable week! We are thankful to have played a part in that. During the daytime it is best to keep the shade down as the large glass windows will amplify the sun but as you mentioned the view is nothing but spectacular! Come again soon, Sherry
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JEREMY
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this condo! One of the nicest places we’ve ever stayed- the views are amazing! We didn’t want to leave! On the quiet part of PCB- and that speaks for itself! Will stay here again!
Watercrest is known to be wonderfully maintained and being on the East end of the beach the traffic is never a problem. Being close to the marina and the restaurants at the marina are a big plus. We also appreciate the 24 hour security.
What makes this property unique
contactless entry, fast elevators, ample parking, quiet end of the beach-
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