EMERALD BAY ESCAPE, Panama City Beach

The condo sits directly on the sand with a private beach area and outstanding Gulf views. It is within walking distance to Ripley's Believe it or Not! (less than 1 km), Waffle House, Pineapple Willy's, and a variety of restaurants including Coyote Ugly and All American Diner. A city trolley and bus stop are a short walk away for car-free travel. Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport is 29 km away. Parking is included on-site with a reservation, using a level lot with easy access. The central location puts you within easy reach of attractions such as Wonderworks, mini golf, and an 18-hole golf course.

The unit is on the 8th floor and features a private balcony with gorgeous Gulf views. The living area includes a pull-out queen-size sofa bed, and the bedroom has a door for privacy. The fully equipped kitchen includes a stove, oven, electric kettle, tea/coffee maker, cookware, and utensils. The apartment also comes with a washer and dryer, air conditioning, heating, free toiletries, and a flat-screen TV. The unit is well-maintained and offers a comfortable size for a family of three. A pack and play is welcome for babies.

The property offers a bar and a pool bar for drinks and snacks. The fully equipped kitchen in each apartment makes it easy to prepare meals, and grocery deliveries are available for an additional charge. Within a short walk, you will find Waffle House, Pineapple Willy's, Coyote Ugly, Local Shrimp House and Fresh Market, Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs, Lorrie Morgan's Spicy Hot Chicken Coop, Ketana Thai Restaurant & Sushi Bar, and All American Diner. The kitchen is ideal for cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Three outdoor swimming pools are available, all open year-round from 08:00 to 23:30. Two smaller Polynesian pools (between Towers 1-2 and Towers 3-4) are heated, while the larger Lagoon Pool (between Towers 3-4) is not. Each pool area has sun loungers and beach chairs. The property also has a hot tub/jacuzzi and a fitness centre, both free of charge. A private beach area with provided beach chairs and umbrellas (or bring your own) offers direct Gulf access. On-site activities include billiards (for a charge), and off-site options such as cycling, hiking, fishing, snorkelling, diving, windsurfing, bowling, and a water park are nearby.

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The building has a lift, and parking is on-site with level access (not a multi-level garage). A parking permit is provided in the unit, and reservations are needed. Express check-in/out is offered, and an invoice is provided. For entertainment, the property has board games/puzzles and a billiard table. A vending machine for drinks and snacks is on-site. Safety features include 24-hour security, CCTV outside, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms. No pets are allowed. The unit is fully non-smoking.