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Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate!

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A kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A high-rise hotel with a beach view, located near a body of water.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a view of the ocean, and a balcony.
A hallway with a bunk bed, a ladder, and a shelf with decorative items.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Panama City Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Course at Edgewater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Island Waterpark
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

About this property

Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate!


Our beautiful condo is Owner managed and located at Grand Panama Beach Resort, Tower 1-805.
It is directly in the center of the building with a large unobstructed balcony for comfort and stunning views. 🏝
The Master Bedroom is located on the beachside with a sliding door that leads out to the unit's private balcony with a sofa area. It has a King bed and flat screen tv with an attached master bathroom. Double sinks, and a walk-in shower.
Our kitchen is fully equipped with all the amenities of home including a Keurig coffeemaker for your enjoyment.
Granite Counter Tops
Stainless steel appliances, a convection oven, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher.

2nd bedroom has a queen bed, smart flat screen tv and a bathroom with access from both the bedroom and hallway.
Bunk alcove in hallway, sleeps 2.
Sleeps 6 comfortably. We do supply a queen air mattress and bedding for 2 extra guests.

Living room has a smart flat screen tv.
High speed internet included in unit.
Washer and Dryer
Tile and Vinyl Plank flooring throughout.
The Grand Panama Resort does have security cameras by the pool, hot tub, elevators and walkways for your added safety and protection.
We do have an external camera outside our front door for your safety as well.

Grand Panama Beach Resort Amenities:
2 Pools, 1 gulf front and on tower 2 deck.
both pools are heated so you can enjoy them year-round.
Coco Loco's is located in Tower 2, providing drinks, snacks, ice cream, donuts and more for your enjoyment.
Both pool areas have hot tubs.
Kiddie pool is located on beach side.
Tiki Hut on gulf side for drinks and food.
Fitness Center
Grills located in both pool areas
General Store located across street in Tower 2 for your convenience.
Vending and ice machines throughout both towers
Parking garages and outside parking also available.
Our front desk is located in Tower 2.
Parking passes, 2 vehicles per unit allowed. Wristbands will also be given out to wear on the property. There is an additional registration fee charged of $50.00 this will include your first parking pass. A 2nd pass if needed will be an additional $30.00. You can pre-register online @ www.grandpanamacoa.com. Just click on "guest registration" located on the top left corner of the page.
Information needed: Name, phone, email, arrival and departure dates, vehicle(s) information (only 2 allowed), tower and unit#. Tower 1-805.
Your packet will be waiting for you when you arrive.

Beach chair rental and other beach amenities located right out front.

There are many attractions nearby to enjoy.
Miniature golf, go carts, Zoo World, Ripley's Believe It or Not and Wonder Works to name a few.
Many great stores and restaurants in PCB. Along with Pier Park for your family's enjoyment.
Several golf courses are also in the area.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We’re excited you’re here and want your visit to Water and Sand to be fun and relaxing! Please be respectful and NO smoking in the unit. Thank you!
Do not leave the doors open during the summer. This may incur problems with the AC.
Please use the hose by the beach entrance to remove sand before coming back to the unit.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 44478
Property # 2512076vb
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, a security system 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 Panama City Beach, this condo is near a water park and on 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 natural beauty can explore Panama City Beaches and Frank Brown Park. Check out an event or a game at Publix Sports Park, and consider making time for Shipwreck Island Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edgewater Gulf Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Golf Course at Edgewater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • M.B. Miller County Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean's Bar & Grill (Edgewater Beach Resort) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! ?

As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! on 21 November 2026 start from NZ$1,650, 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 Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Water & Sand Direct Beach Front Condo, Beautiful Views, Updated & Immaculate! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Thomas Drive is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental, host was accommodating and quick to respond. Condo was well stocked with plenty of extra beach necessities. We will definitely rent again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Nikki, Thank you so much for being a great guest and for your review! We surely hope you can come and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean, no stains on couch or chairs. Our host was amazing in answering questions and providing info. The amenities were great! Most condos provide single rolls of toilet paper and paper towels. There was plenty. I liked that there was an onsite store, great convenience especially for lotions and snacks. The beach view was amazing. Parking was a bit different and a little bit aggravating at first but we adjusted to it.We would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
Cheryl, Thank you for a great review! Sorry that you had a hassle with the parking, Grand Panama has implemented a new parking system, hopefully they will get the bugs out soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
April thank you so much for your great review! We sure hope you can visit again and stay longer next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely amazing!

Best place to stay and great people too!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2022
Thanks Kim, Hope you can visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very nice condo! Great views! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thanks Tami! Glad you enjoyed your stay. Would love to have you come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taras S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Good clean place to be with family, kids, friends, rooms was really nice and clean I will recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2023
Tara’s, Thank you for the great review. Hope you and your family can visit again soon! Paula and Dennis Hetman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed our stay!

Pool/beach were easily accessible. View was beautiful! Condo was in a great location and very comfortable for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Teresa, Thanks so much for staying with us and your great review. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Such a wonderful condo! The location was amazing. It was very centrally located and quick to get everywhere on the island. The condo was very clean, large, and very well stocked with anything we needed. The hosts were fantastic as well! We lock forward to staying there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place To Stay

Very nice & clean place to stay right on the beach. Beautiful views, within walking distance to lots of things. Great property with two pools & hot tubs. Awesome correspondence with owners!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this condo!

We loved this condo. It was so clean, had everything you could want and it’s in a great location! Owners are extremely nice!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Great
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2023
Kenneth, Thanks for the five star review. I’m glad you had a great stay. Thank you and your family for being great guests. Please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best

As always the grand panama is perfect place. The unit was as described and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2023
Phillip, Thanks for the great review! Please come and visit us again. Paula and Dennis Hetman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great condo, great location, incredible view. Good modern decorated
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2022
Rob, Thank you for taking the time to review our property and for being a great guest. We hope you can visit us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice ocean front property. Looks as though it has bee renovated recently. Large balcony with access from the living area or master bedroom. The kitchen has everything you would want for cooking. And the property owners were so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend. Overlooks the pool, with the gulf just beyond. Convenient to nearly everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Wonderful condo. Well furnished. The owner worked with us on our early arrival. Very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
Thanks Steven for the great review! You were great guests we hope you can return for another visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect

It was wonderful. The condo was perfect just as pictured. Convenient to everything. The view was perfect. The owners are wonderful and worked so well with us. Thank you so much for letting us enjoy your condo
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Jodi, Thanks so much for choosing our condo being a great guest and leaving such a wonderful review! Please come and visit us anytime we’d LOVE to have you back😍
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May 13-20 2023

We enjoyed our week stay in the condo. Beautiful views! Communication with Paula was wonderful. Any questions/concerns were answered almost immediately! Great location, the beach was never too busy and just a very short drive to many great restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Brandi, Thanks for the kind review! Please come back anytime! Thank you, Paula
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loretta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Vacation

This was the first time my brother and sister-in-law came with me to bring my nieces and nephew on a beach vacation and they had such a great time making memories!! We all loved the condo!! The condo is beautifully decorated and so comfortable, with everything we needed to feel at home. I personally loved seeing the county pier from our balcony view and it was just a short walk to visit in person!! We enjoyed our time on the beach and at the pool!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Loretta, Thank you for a great review! We hope that you and your family can return for another visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers/daighters/best friends trip

This condo was exactly as listed. We truly enjoyed our stay. The location is perfect. The condo itself is decorated beautifully. The owners were very quick to respond to any question I had. We plan to be back in 2024. Thank you for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2023
Cassie, Thank you for your great review and choosing our condo. I hope when you come back to PCB you’ll stay with us again. Paula and Dennis Hetman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our needs

This property worked out perfect for our baseball tourney family. Our schedule had a last second change which required us to need to check in a little early. The host allowed the early check in without hesitation which helped us to coordinate tourney activities and grocery shopping for the week. The condo lived up to our expectations and the location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Scott, Thanks so much for your great review! We were happy to help out with your early check in and hope you can return to visit us and PCB again. Thanks for being a great guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent family-friendly beachfront condo with responsive owner

We really enjoyed staying here and highly recommend. Plenty of space for my husband and I, our son and his friend. Our son loved the bunk space because there was some privacy with the curtains separating from the hall. Large balcony with plenty of comfortable seating. We loved that it was steps from the elevator and in the middle of the condominium complex so you had center-view of the ocean and pool. It's on the 8th floor, quick elevator ride from the 5th floor crosswalk from parking garage. Owner was very responsive and very kind. There was a slight delay in check in time due to cleaning but the owner was very sweet and offered to Venmo $ to enjoy a cocktail while we waited. A very kind gesture though we declined because it wasn't a very long wait. She texted immediately when room was ready. It's a plus being able to communicate directly with the owner vs. a property management company.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!!

This condo is wonderful! The location is either within walking distance or a close drive to shopping, entertainment, and any dining you could want. The pool area, tiki bar, and the beach are easily accessible. The room is right across from the elevator and the trash chute is right across the hall from the room next door. Sunrise view from the balcony is good, but the sunsets are breathtaking! The pier is also very close. The owners respond in a very timely fashion and provide any information that is requested. If needed, they will find out info and return it to you after they make outside inquiries. Their communication is impeccable! I can not say enough about the kindness of the owners or how wonderful the condo and location is! The ONLY thing I could possible recommend is.....just Stay at Least One More Day than you think you want to! Phenomenal experience! Thank you for sharing your condo with us and allowing us to visit! ~Lisa
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2022
Lisa, Thank you for the great review and being a wonderful guest! If you think of PCB again please come and be our guest. Dennis and Paula Hetman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Condo

We have come to Panama City almost every single year for the past 12 years (minus Covid and Hurricane years), this was the absolute best condo and experience overall. Paula and Dennis were an absolute pleasure to work with, super responsive and kind (even while I asked a million questions in a million different messages). The unit is very clean, very well supplied and beautifully decorated. The complex itself is in great shape as well. Overall, thank you for a great experience! I do want to mention two things that may seem tiny but were a HUGE plus for us that we don't see often. This may sound silly but having thick, blackout curtains covering the bunk bed space was AWESOME! My two teenagers that slept in the bunk beds loved it because it allowed them to not be constantly bombarded by lights in the bathroom and kitchen and it also allowed them to not have to worry about people seeing their suitcases. Thank you for those! And, this may be even sillier, but thank you for the makeup mirror in the master bathroom. It was a small but helpful addition for those of us with eyesight that isn't quite up to par :) I would highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Natalie, Thank you for the great review! All your comments are very much appreciated. We sure hope you can come and visit again. We want to thank you and your husband for helping with the new dishwasher installation and for being so understanding. It was a pleasure having your family stay in our condo. Thanks again, Paula and Dennis Hetman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Fireworks were amazing from the beach and balcony. The condo was very clean and well stocked. Owners were very kind and helpful!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little condo very clean great view property was clean as well. Host was wonderful would definitely stay here again! Had a great time close to everything porch furniture is wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
Brandi, Thank you for the great review and being our guest! I hope you will be able to come again, we’d Love to have you❤️

About the host

Hosted by Paula J and Dennis R Hetman

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Hi, we are Dennis and Paula Hetman and we currently reside in Michigan.
We have made Panama City Beach and the Grand Panama Resort our winter home. We rented here for a few years and loved it enough to purchase our own unit in 2016.
We have previously rented with an agency and decided that we would like to give our guests a better experience when they book with us and so we are now managing our property ourselves.
We continually update our unit so our guests have a great experience when they choose to stay here.
We love to hear from our guests about their amazing stays and love to have them return again!

Why they chose this property

We chose Panama City Beach because of the beautiful beaches and all the attractions that the city has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Our property is located directly in the center of the building and has beautiful unobstructed views of the gulf. It is a well-maintained unit that is always clean and updated.
We know have a great coffee shop/restaurant located on our property along with our Tiki Bar that is beachside.
Both pools are heated.

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