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HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool.

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Sun loungers, beach umbrellas
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10116 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationCarillon Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCamp Helen State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationRosemary Beach4 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)23 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool.

A Ray of sunshine is located in the charming, gated community of Carillon Beach. After visiting Carillon Beach for over 7 years, we loved it so much, we purchased this home in March of 2018! Our house sits just steps from beach walkover 2.

There is about a mile stretch of white sugar sand and beautiful ocean. I find myself taking pictures every single trip. We have never gotten over what a beautiful place this is!

Our home has NO stairs. The front porch is welcoming and the favorite place to hang. The master opens to the back deck which overlooks our private pool. The pool can be heated in the cooler months. You'll see this home is ideal for families with kids, both young and older.

We have 3 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms have queen beds; 3rd has 2 sets of bunk beds with full mattresses on bottom bunks. Each bedroom has its own full bath room. Sleeps 8 to 10 people. The master bedroom has access to private outdoor shower with hot and cold running water, which is a great treat after a day at the beach.

Carillon is a quiet gated community with paved roads and sidewalks that create a safe place for children and families to ride bikes and walk to activities. There are 3 pools available for your use in the community; a lakeside pool, beachside and parkside pool. The Bellview Park has a playground , tennis courts, basketball court and an open grassy area.

Carillon has a cute, quaint town center. During the summer you can enjoy outdoor concerts on the green and various children's activities. There is also a chapel and a gift shop that rents bikes, paddle boards and kayaks in town center. There are 2 restaurants in this area.

Our home is also walking distance to Lake Powell, a brackish water lake, that you can do every water activity you can think of including jet skiing, and boating.

Our home comes with a beach chair service, which includes 2 chaise lounge chairs and a large beach umbrella. Beach chair service runs March 15 to October 15 of each year.

Carillon is located 5 minutes by car from the beginning of the famous stretch of highway, 30A

Conveniently located 1/4 mile from 2 grocery stores: Publix and Winn Dixie

Please Note: Home is SMOKE FREE and NO PETS ALLOWED. There is an age restriction and number of occupants restriction. Reservations not accepted for students or singles under age of 25.

Keywords: Single family beach home, Private pool, house, beach, vacation rental, one level , kid friendly, heated pool, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Property manager

Steve Ray

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Energy-saving switches
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this cottage is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches, while Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Coast Mirror Maze and SkyWheel. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 1 min walk
  • Camp Helen State Park - 3 min drive
  • Rosemary Beach - 4 min drive
  • Alys Beach - 7 min drive
  • Frank Brown Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shades - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool. have a pool?

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

Is HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HUGE SALE- week of July 4th a Ray of sunshine - Steps to beach Private pool. located?

This family-friendly Panama City Beach cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches. Rosemary Beach and Powell Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

debbie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week
Couldn’t have asked for a better location. Loved having a pool and the host was very hospitable and on point with instructions. The only negative was the shower situation in the primary bath. We didn’t mind it being outside, as it was private, however with a bad knee, I was not able to climb over the tub. Fortunately, we were able to use the other bathroom. I would definitely book this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Our family enjoyed our stay at Ray of Sunshine! Clean, plenty of amenities, very short walk to the beach, and we loved having the pool in the backyard. Steve was easy to communicate with and prompt to respond with any questions we had. The Carillon Beach community has been a favorite vacation spot for our family. Quiet, beautiful, and relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B., Grayslake, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable!
We love staying at a Ray of Sunshine! It fits our family of 5 perfectly and we hope to bring friends for the teens with us on our next visit. The location is ideal for beach access, and the pool is a perfect way to relax after a day at the beach. The community has the same feel as Rosemary Beach without all crowds! It’s quiet and clean and beautiful. The house has everything you need for a relaxing family getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
I stayed here with my husband and two grown daughters. It was the perfect size for us. The beds and sheets were so comfortable. Even the towels were soft and new. There was an excessive heat warning all week so we spent every day in the pool. We loved having a pool at the house. There are chairs around the pool in the shade and a deck with chairs which made it nice. The backyard is private and quiet. We also loved the outdoor shower off the master bath. You could access it from the outside or through the master bath tub. It was one of our favorite parts of the house. There are two other showers if you don’t want to use the outdoor one. The house is only a few doors down from the beach so it’s a great location. This is our fourth time staying in Carillon and we love how it’s gated, quiet, safe and has beautiful homes. We rented a golf cart for the week from a business at Carillon and they delivered and picked it up. Very fun to have to drive around the neighborhood. The house is very clean. We had such a relaxing vacation. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Russell Family
Great week loved the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Distance to beach fantastic!
Great location and being a single level home was a deal breaker.. pool was an added plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad R., Southaven, MS

Liked: Cleanliness
Week with family
Wonderful week with family at Ray of sunshine!! Very nice home, spotless, great condition and well stocked. First time in Sunnyside (have stayed along the coast many times) but LOVE the neighborhood. Quiet, friendly, quaint neighborhood feel like 30a used to be but easy access to anything needed just down the road. Shaded pool for a quick dip after the 1/2 block walk back from uncrowded beach. Quick communication with owner, highly recommend. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved A Ray of Sunshine
Great house, perfect for us (grandparents, parents, 1 toddler) with sweet private pool behind the house, a must to keep a toddler occupied. Very close to beach walkover. We would definitely rent this again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Beautiful pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Vacation
A Ray of Sunshine is a beautiful house inside and out. It is located in the private community of Carillon Beach which was quiet and had all sorts of wonderful amenities all within walking distance. Our three boys were in the pool everyday, so paying extra for having it heated was well worth it. We were also just a block away from the beach which was so convenient. The owners were great to work with and very communicative. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022