Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach

Walkway from Pool to Beach - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
BEACH POOL! Beautiful Beachside Pool which is for La Valencia guests only and ON the beach! Also has changing rooms/bathrooms so no need to walk back to the house. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Best area... - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Roomy Living Room with mounted TV, ceiling fan, and quiet setting. Room for the whole family. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
The couches are recliners for relaxing. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
The layout is great with living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, and king bedroom wit full bath on the first floor. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Large Kitchen table with seating for 9 in an open seating area in between the living room and kitchen. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Fully outfitted kitchen with everything needed to cook a family meal. Added touch is a ceiling fan in the kitchen. The fridge has water and ice in the door. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Freshly painted kitchen cabinets and blinds complete this updated kitchen. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
The dining table has 5 chairs plus a bench for pleenty of seating. 3 more chairs are on the back porch. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Full size washer and dryer for your use while at the beach. This is an item used often while at the beach. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
1st Floor King bedroom with en suite bathroom.  The bedroom has a ceiling fan, mounted TV, floor fan, storage, and closet. The door leads to the back porch. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
The bedroom and bathroom also provide a smart TV to enjoy during your stay. The back porch is directly out this bedroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This bathroom has a stand up shower that has been fully remodeled. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Starter shampoo, conditioner, and soap are provided. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
2nd Floor Master King Bedroom has a wonderful enclosed balcony. This bedroom also has an en suite bathroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
The bedroom has a ceiling fan, two closets, and a smart TV for your enjoyment. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This king bedroom has an en suite bedroom. Outside this bedroom door is the bunkroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This bathroom has a bathtub/shower combination along with two sinks. A hairdryer is provided in the cabinet. Starter shampoo, conditioner, soap, and toilet paper are provided. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Nice enclosed balcony on the second floor outside the master king bedroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
2nd Floor King Bedroom. This bedroom has a great enclosed balcony. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This king bedroom has a ceiling fan, floor fan, chest of drawers, two closets, and a smart TV. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Enclosed balcony off of the King bedroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Twin over full bunk bed with twin pull out sofa. World's smallest fan is also in this room which surprisingly provides quite a bit of air circulation. A smart TV is also mounted on the wall. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Full bathroom with stand up shower on the second floor. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Nice, redone stand up shower in the second story full bathroom. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
3rd floor Queen bedroom. This room has black out curtains, ceiling fan, floor fan, dresser and mirror, and a smart tv. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This room is the only room on the 3rd floor. The stairs from the second floor lead up two sets of stairs to this room. There is no door but it is a very private room. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Our house is the one on the left. There is room for two small vehicles in front of the house. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Entrance to our house - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Benches for relaxing during the evening or morning hours. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Back patio has a table and chairs plus a propane gas grill. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Propoane gas grill for our guests use. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Entrance to La Valencia - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This is the entrance with electronic gate. The code will be provided during the check in process. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Deeded beach access and beach side pool access - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beachside Pool are with bathrooms - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Walkway from Pool to Beach - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautiful Beach! - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Lovely pool that overlooks the Gulf - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
This arieal shot will show where the house is located inside the edition. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
You can see here that the house is less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Out the gate and straight across the street. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
You can see here that the house is less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Out the gate and straight across the street. - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beaches are normally not crowded! - Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach
Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach

Beautifully Updated 5 BR with Pool on Beach! - Panama City Beach

Brand new listing that has been completely updated! Beautifully decorated and furnished with Beach and Pool access is directly across the street.
12 Guests · 5 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · Townhome · Entire place · 1882 Sqft
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What more could you want for a vacation rental! Quiet, gated La Valencia Beach Resort community on the west side of PCB which puts guest in a perfect location for going down 30A or stay in PCB.

This beautiful 4-bedroom + bunk room, 3-bathroom home is directly across the street from the pristine white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach. The house sits across the street from direct beach access and a beautiful private La Valencia guest only pool along with nice lounging chairs and bathrooms.

The main floor of the house is the main living area which contains two couches, a recliner, and a comfy chair. A 55 Smart TV is mounted on the wall and has You Tube TV along with any TV app you can log into. A beautiful large kitchen table is ready for your family meals! A completely outfitted gorgeous kitchen has everything that you will need. The fridge is new and has an ice maker and water dispenser. A stove, oven, microwave, and dishwasher are also provided along with everything needed to cook a meal for you family. A crock pot, 12 cup coffee maker, toaster, grilling tools, knife set, blender, complete place setting for 12, and plastic place setting for 8, along with wine glasses, and plastic and glass cups. Everything needed to live in the house for a week or longer.

A king master suite is located on the first floor with an en suite bathroom. This king room also has a ceiling fan, full bathroom with a shower, and a door out to the patio area. A Smart TV to enjoy your favorite Netflix or Amazon Prime shows is also mounted on the wall for your use. A full-size washer and dryer are provided because these are a necessity while at the beach, in a separate area from the bedroom!

The next floor houses two more king bedrooms. The second king suite is another Master and has an en-suite full bathroom with a two-sink vanity, nice tub/shower combination, ceiling fan, 2 closets, chest of drawers, and a patio to enjoy the view. A Smart TV to enjoy your favorite Netflix or Amazon Prime shows is also mounted on the wall for your use.

The third bedroom is also a king bedroom. This room includes a king bed, ceiling fan, 2 large closets, chest of drawers, and a mounted Smart TV to enjoy your favorite Netflix or Amazon Prime shows. This bedroom also has a balcony.

The 4th bedroom is on the third floor and is a queen bedroom. There is a dresser and standing closet, ceiling fan, and black out curtains. This bedroom is at the top of the 3rd floor stairs and is the only thing on this floor. There is no direct door to this bedroom, but you must go up two flights of stairs to enter the bedroom.

On the second floor in a game room area is a twin over full bunk bed along with a twin pullout bed. This room also has a ceiling fan, a large closet, a mounted Smart TV to enjoy your favorite Netflix or prime shows, and board games. We have listed this as a bedroom so it will show on the recap. It is more of a gameroom and open but does have the bunk bed with pull out.

All bathrooms have starter soaps & shampoos, hand soaps and toilet paper. Bath towels, hand towels, wash clothes, and black face wash clothes are also provided for each bathroom. Each bedroom has either a tabletop fan or a standing fan in its closet if the guests would like to use.
This house is our second home, so it is very well taken care of. We have a personal cleaning service and manage the house ourselves so I can guarantee that all sheets, blankets, quilts, and towels are washed after each guest and that the house is expertly cleaned after each guest.

Guests must be at least 25 years old to rent this property and the person who rents must remain for the duration of the rental term. We cater to families especially in this gated community. Absolutely NO parties are allowed, especially during spring break! Parking available for 2 vehicles. I have zero issues terminating a rental if a party is thrown and our house disrespected. We keep our properties nice for all our guests.

As guest of our home, you will have access to the entire townhouse, and beachside community pool area along with direct beach access.

I am available 24 hours a day with any issues that you have. We allow self check in, so you do not have to be on a schedule during your vacation time. We have a local contact if there are any issues, but we are always just a phone call away!

The house is in PCB’s West End in the gated community of La Valencia Beach Resort. It is right off Front Beach Road on the west side of Panama City Beach, FL. This quiet gated community is a highly sought-after area to rent from. La Valencia Beach Resort has a deeded beach access along with a beach side pool directly across the street from the gated entrance. Codes will be needed to access the community and pool area.

This house is three stories so there are stairs! Stairs to get up to the second floor that two bedrooms are located, and then up another set to the third floor to the kids bunk bedroom. One master bedroom is on the first floor, but a few stairs must be taken to access the front door. Guests may enter through the back door to miss the front porch steps.

During Spring Break a larger refundable deposit will be required.

Sleeping Configuration

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1st Floor King Bedroom
1 king bed
King bedroom with En Suite bathroom and balcony
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2nd Floor Master King Bedroom
1 king bed
2nd Floor Master King Bedroom with en Suite Bathroom and balcony
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2nd Floor King Bedroom
1 king bed
2nd Floor King Bedroom with balcony
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3rd Floor Queen Bedroom
1 queen bed
3rd Floor Queen Loft Bedroom.
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Kid Bunk Room
1 single bed, 1 bunk bed
Twin over Full Bunk Bed with twin pullout located in 2nd floor gameroom

What this place offers

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IconHigh Speed Internet
IconLaptop friendly workspace
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Shared spaces

IconShared Pool
IconShared Tennis Court
The pool is a shared pool with other owners and guest of the small gated La Valencia community.

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Suitability

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Child friendly
Our houses are designed for families.
Crib/Pack 'n Play
High chair
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No events allowed
Absolutely no events or parties allowed.
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No smoking allowed
No smoking anywhere on premises including inside, outside, on balconies,porches, or parking area. No smoking on pool deck.
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No Parking
Yes, two cars can easily park in front of the house. If more parking is needed, please ask and we will identify the area.

Meet The Host

Deanna
Owner
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Hello, my family and I welcome you to be a guest in one of our beach houses. We love the beach and want you to enjoy our houses as much as we do while you are vacationing. We live in the DFW area and travel to our houses as much as our kid's sports schedules allow. We have a high expectation of cleanliness so you should expect our homes to be clean and well maintained.

I am always available during your stay and my personal cell # is (214) 642-8394 to reach me along with through any app that you rent from. We look forward to meeting you and renting to you!
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Scenic views

The Beach and Ocean views are from the Pool area, not the house.

Directions

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Policies and Rules

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Check In: 4PM - Flexible
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Check Out: 10AM
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No pets
Minimum age limit for renters: 25
Maximum occupancy: 12
House Rules
Guests will agree to the below home rental rules & agreement along with the HOA rules upon booking. Breaking any of these rules will result in additional cleaning fees or termination of your reservation. I have never had to do either so please be mindful of these commonsense rules.

RENTAL RULES & AGREEMENT

A. Occupancy: Guest agrees that no more than twelve [12] persons shall be permitted to stay on the Property at any time during the Rental Term, all of whom shall comply with the conditions and restrictions imposed upon Guest under this Agreement.

B. Minimum Age: The “Minimum Age” to rent the Property is 25 years of age. You agree to provide us with proof of age upon request. A parent or legal guardian must accompany all guests who are under the Minimum Age for the entire duration of the rental. This is an HOA rule.

C. Renter Responsibility: As the Guest, you agree to be an occupant of the property that you have rented for the duration of the rental period. All other guests will be family members or friends over the minimum age requirement of 25 or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over the age of 25. You agree to be responsible for the actions of all guests at the property.

D. AC: The AC Fan must remain on “AUTO” not “on”. It will freeze up if turned to “on”. If this happens renter will be without AC for 24 hours and if a repair man is needed, and this is the cause, the guest will be responsible for the cost. The AC will not go below 68 degrees during summer months.

E. Be a Good Guest: This is a privately-owned home; all occupants must comply by being a good guest. Please treat the home with the same care as you treat your own home. Leave it in the same condition as it was when you arrived. Please close and lock the door when leaving. Please ensure that all guests conduct themselves throughout your stay in a respectful manner to our neighbors and community. Loud noises are not permitted between 10pm and 8 am.

F. Guest shall use the Property for residential purposes only and in a careful manner to prevent any damage or loss to the Property and keep the Property in clean and sanitary condition at all times. Guest and any additional permitted guests shall refrain from loud noise and shall not disturb, annoy, endanger, or inconvenience neighbors, nor shall Guest use the Property for any immoral, offensive, or unlawful purposes, nor violate any law, association rules or ordinance, nor commit waste or nuisance on or about the Property.

G. No Smoking: No smoking is permitted at the Property, including decks, patios, outdoor areas, and parking area at any time. Absolutely NO smoking by pools.

H. Grinder System: This house is on a grinder system. Nothing, besides toilet paper may go into the toilet. NO feminine products may go into the toilet. Everything must go through the grinder system (yes, this is exactly what you think it is…) and everything locks up the grinder system except “natural items”.

I. No Permanent Residence: You agree that your use of the Property is on a temporary and transient basis only; that you may not use the Property as a permanent residence; and that your permanent residence is and will remain elsewhere than at the Property. If asked to leave due to breaking of rule or reservation is complete, guest will agree to do so.

J. Animals: No animals or pets of any kind are permitted at this property at any time. Exceptions are bona fide service animals that we are required by law to allow. Please know, we follow the same rules as the platform which states a service animal must remain with their person at ALL times. A Service Animal, a dog, may not be out of control, unhouse broken, left unattended at the listing, and allowed in public space without being harnessed, leashed, or tethered & not under the guest’s control.

K. Basic Rules:
• Do NOT open the windows.
• If anything breaks, please contact us right away. We understand life happens!
• If anything is spilled and you cannot get it cleaned up, please contact us. We have a professional cleaning crew that can get almost anything out!
• No feminine products in the toilets. Only TP can go into the toilet. Everything must go through a grinder and these products will lock up the grinder.
• Maximum parking is 3 possibly 4 vehicles.
• If an item is left after checkout a minimum $30 fee plus shipping will be paid by guest prior to shipping.
• If Keys are taken upon check out or lost, a $50 fee will be paid by guest.

L. Default: If Guest should fail to comply with the conditions and obligations of this Agreement, Guest shall surrender the Property, remove all Guest’s property and belongings, and leave the Property in good order and free of damage. No refund of any portion of the rental fees shall be made and if any legal action is necessary, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reimbursement from the other party for all costs incurred.

M. Charges for Damage or Breach of Agreement: Failure to comply with any of the terms, policies, or conditions mentioned above is a breach of this Agreement and may result in a forfeiture of your rights to access the property. It may also include immediate removal from the Property without refund and with or without the assistance of law enforcement.

N. Early Check-In/Late Check-Out: Early check-in or late check-out may be available if the property is not rented prior to check in or rented the same day as check out. Additional charges may apply so please inquire. If guest does not vacate by check-out time or late check-out time as agreed upon, you authorize us to keep part of your deposit or charge you for a late departure fee of up to one night’s rental and we will remove all Occupants and their personal property from the Property.

O. Maintenance or Housekeeping Issues; Property Conditions: The Property is provided as is, and we are not responsible for the inoperability or unavailability of any amenities. You agree to contact the owner, using the contact information provided in your confirmation email, as soon as you notice any maintenance or housekeeping problem, or any potentially hazardous condition, at the Property, or if any incident occurs at the Property that is related to such a problem or condition. You further agree to give the owner a reasonable amount of time to respond to your report and to cooperate with our efforts to address the concern or provide a remedy. We will take reasonable and appropriate steps to remedy any reported problem as soon as practicable. We may enter the Property at your invitation to remedy any problem you report, at reasonable times and with reasonable notice to inspect, maintain, or repair the Property, and to address any situation that we reasonably deem an emergency that threatens persons or property. You acknowledge that if the Property has access to amenities that are shared with other properties, such as a shared pool or parking lot, that the availability and condition of those amenities is outside of the Owner’s control.

P. Release: Guest hereby waives and releases any claims against Agent, the Property owner and their successors, assigns, employees or representatives, officially or otherwise, for any injuries or death that may be sustained by Guest on or near or adjacent to the Property, including any common facilities, activities or amenities. Guest agrees to use any such facilities or amenities entirely at the Guest’s own initiative, risk and responsibility.

Q. Entry and Inspection: Agent reserves the right to enter the Property at reasonable times and with reasonable advance notice for the purposes of inspecting the Property or showing the Property to prospective purchasers, renters or other authorized persons. If Agent has a reasonable belief that there is imminent danger to any person or property, Agent may enter the Property without advance notice, but will attempt to give prior notice if possible. Entry may also happen if an item is broken and needs fixed or maintained during guests stay.

R. Condition and Use of Property: The Property is provided in “as is” condition and Agent shall use its best efforts to ensure the operation of all amenities in the Property, such as internet access, and all appliances in working order. Agent shall not be held responsible for such item’s failure to work but will make every effort to correct any issues as reported as quickly as possible. Guest acknowledges that use of the home and the like may be potentially dangerous and involve potential risks if improperly used, particularly regarding children and such use is at the Guest’s own risk. Loss of power, due to storms or other natural causes are not the responsibility of the homeowner as said homeowner has no control over these. Homeowner holds no liability of such instances.

S. Events and Commercial Photography, Structures: Events and commercial photography or filming along with any tents or outside structures are prohibited at the Property.

T. There is a recording motion camera on the porch. This is for your safety and ours for when the house is not rented.

U. Criminal Activity Prohibited: Use of the Property for any criminal activity is prohibited and may result in fines, prosecution, and/or your immediate removal from the Property. This prohibition extends to use of the Property’s internet service, if any, for criminal activity, including but not limited to unlawful downloads of copyrighted material, including movies, music, software, or other material. We may cooperate with any investigation of alleged criminal activity that occurred at the Property during your stay.

V. Prices/Fines: If owner/cleaner deem necessary to charge additional fees to guests the following will be followed:
• Excessive Cleaning: $200 for each additional hour needed (Spring Break March & April is $500 for each additional hour needed)
• Towels: $15.00 each
• Wash Clothes: $5.00 each
• Sheets/Blankets: $50.00 King (Less $5.00 for each smaller size)
• Quilts: Add $20 per size above
• Pillowcases: $5.00
• Ceiling Fan: $250.00
• Door Handles: $50.00
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Payment Policy
Payments can be made through Houfy.com, Zelle, or Venmo. If paying pay credit card or through Houfy a 3% fee will be deducted from your deposit. If paying through Zelle or Venmo, the 3% should not happen. If you have any questions, please contact me anytime.
Damage Deposit Policy
As a security deposit alternative, houfyProtect, an upfront nonrefundable low cost property damage protection policy for just $5 per night, is taken at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that.
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