Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
39 min drive
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About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
A family-friendly stay in Santa Rosa Beach awaits you at this condo. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Seacrest Beach and Deer Lake State Park. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and condo features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 3.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and gym. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues.
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 13 min walk
Ambrosia - 9 min drive
Old Florida Fish House - 4 min drive
Fonville Press - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!
Best panoramic 270 gulf views in Watersound Beach! 6 free bikes, and scenic 3-sided wrap-around balcony! New living room furniture and new balcony furniture.
At Breathtaking we have the largest 3bdrm in Watersound Beach at 2500 sqft!! Breathtaking has the best floor plan in Watersound, on the 3rd floor for fantastic unobstructed views, a wraparound 3-sided balcony, and the best sweeping 270-degree Gulf views in Watersound Beach - you can have it all!
Exquisitely decorated and fully equipped with everything to make your vacation a memorable and wonderful event.
In our garage you will find 6 bikes you can use for free! You'll also find an assortment of kids beach toys, boogie boards, and beach chairs that you are welcome to use.
Only two miles to Seaside, Watercolor, Rosemary Beach and Seagrove Village with all the local casual and fine dining. We are located right in the heart of all the sparkling beaches of the Emerald Coast, on magnificent highway 30-A in beautiful South Walton County, Florida.
Sitting directly overlooking a private, pristine beach, Compass Pointe II provides the perfect location for enjoying Mother Nature's glory. Elevators take you to your third floor unit making this location convenient for everyone.
Creatively designed and impressively decorated, 'Breathtaking' provides a spacious great room where you have a front row seat to the 270 degree view of the Gulf, the beach and the natural vegetation amidst the dunes and walkways along the beachfront. Exquisitely decorated with a large great room that includes the living area,dining area and upscale Viking Professional line kitchen with granite bar and stainless appliances and 'no walls' to obstruct your views.
Luxuriate in the grand master bedroom suite with its four-poster, Tommy Bahama bed, sitting area and adjoining private bath with a Jacuzzi plus a large, walk-in shower. Awake to views of the emerald green waters or go out on the porch accessible from your bedroom. A guest suite with Queen bed and private bath also offers incredible gulf views and access to the gulf front porch. A third bedroom suite features a Queen bed plus a Twin bed and trundle - great room for another adult couple or for the kids to enjoy.
Relax on the wrap-around balcony which that overlooks both the magnificent gulf front beach and private condo pool. The beach walkway is just steps from your door and the community clubhouse and pool is 100 yards away.
For your swimming pleasure, three pools are available for your use. There are two commercial grills that you may use. You may the Compass Point II pool which is directly viewable from our balcony. You may also use the community pools and pool houses named Bridges and Dunesider. These also have grills and grassy areas.
WaterSound has more than one mile of private, white, sandy beaches for you to enjoy. Other amenities include Puttering Park (18 hole putt-putt course), Yacht pond, playground, walking paths and boardwalks throughout the community and access to Camp Creek Lake. A state of the art fitness center is available for a small fee. Beach chair and umbrella rentals are available.
The surrounding area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Over 20,000 acres is state-owned and therefore protected from future development. It is home to one of the most beautiful beaches in the nation, South Walton Beach, and also has 17 fresh and salt-water lakes and the Choctawhatchee Bay.
The 30-A bike trail will take you from Santa Rosa Beach to Inlet Beach. Along the way you can enjoy the communities of Blue Mountain Beach, Grayton Beach, Watercolor, Seaside, Seagrove, Alys Beach, Seacrest, and Rosemary Beach. Deer Creek State Park is located next to WaterSound Beach and other state park are just a short bike ride or drive away. The area has some of the best restaurants and most unique shops along the Scenic Emerald Coast of South Walton County.
Golfers can enjoy numerous courses in the area including Santa Rosa Country Club, Kelly Plantation, Regatta Bay, Emerald Bay and Indian Bayou.
WaterSound Beach is located about halfway between Destin and Panama City Beach. Destin features Destin Commons, Grand Boulevard and Silver Sands Factory Stores. Panama City Beach is home to Pier Park Mall with over 120 stores to choose from.
Located midway between Seaside and Rosemary Beach, there are many shops and restaurants and coffee shops convenient to you. Parking for two cars. Also, you are only minutes from the Camp Creek Golf Club.
Breathtaking is near unique beach communities along Scenic 30A like Seaside, Seagrove Beach, Grayton Beach, WaterColor, WaterSound and Rosemary Beach.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
During Peak we can sometimes do SAT/FRI or SUN/SAT . We usually require 6 night min. Please email us for details.
Peak Seasons are Spring Break March to Easter, Summer Memorial Day to mid-August, and first 3 weeks of October. Minimum stay required.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
Yep, Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! is a short 5-minute walk from Seacrest Beach.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.
Does Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! have a pool?
Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.
What luxury perks are available at Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.
Is Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
No, Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm!?
No, pets are not allowed.
Direct Gulffront! BREATHTAKING 270 degree Ocean Views! Large 2600 sqft 3bdrm! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 111 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paul M.
2 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic!!! Perfect for a family holiday weekend. The property is beautiful, spacious, and safe. Highly recommend this exclusive resort style getaway.
Paul M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Misty B.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Property is stunning and well laid out. We’ve stayed in many beach places over the years and all agreed this one had the best floor plan and views! Would love to rent again!!!! There are a few very minor things to address, but I am sure the host is working on those. We could not get the fans in the two guest bedrooms to stay on without the light being on - which is not optimal at night. It could have been user error, though. Also, the electrical outlet in bathroom of queen room did not appear to work. Guests had to dry hair in bedroom. Again, super minor things but would improve the overall use of the condo especially for the higher end rental rates. Overall, fantastic views, floor plan and location!!!!
Misty B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
james b.
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Condo and views were excellent. Very spacious condo. Great views. So many positives and one negative in the fact that although the bikes were great, we couldn't ride them off the property due to not having a key fob. (Security wouldn't allow us back in through the gates. We love to bike so this affected an otherwise amazing stay. Pool code didn't work so we had to use the Dunesider pool, which turned out to be very nice anyways.
james b.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
John C.
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation
We enjoyed a wonderful vacation at Breathtaking. The views are phenomenal. The size and location were perfect for us. We look forward to returning!
John C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
deborah l.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional property!
For over 30 years we have come to the Florida coast to enjoy family vacations. This property ranks in the top 5. The condo has a beautiful 270 degree view of the ocean, and the two pools are conveniently located close by.Darrell, the host, was very responsive to any questions we had. We plan to return in the near future. We are happy to give it a 5-star rating.
deborah l.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joel K.
24 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Property was as advertised. Quiet and private and the condo was big enough for everyone to spread out. Really great location. Will definitely be back.
Joel K.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eric T.
28 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
30 a waterdound
Our 2nd time staying. Property is amazing. Love the view, beach access, heated pools and easy access to 30 A restaurants and shopping.
Eric T.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
10 Mar 2025
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
john c.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
john c.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gabriel W.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach Vacation
Property is stunning, both inside, but particularly the views from that exceptional 270 degree balcony. Morning coffee and evening cocktails couldn't feel more special. Darrell is easy to get in touch with and fast to respond to questions.
The complex itself rarely feels crowded and provides access to exceptional pools and beautiful beaches.
There are wonderful restaurants and amenities close by, but as the week went on our family realized that nothing was better than hanging out in the beautiful complex/apartment, making easy dinners and soaking in the views, the beach and the pool.
Gabriel W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John L., Milton GA
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Watersound
I can't say enough great things about this property and Watersound community. Absolutely stunning. One of the best places I've ever rented, if not THE best. Wouldn't change a thing, and we definitely plan to be back!
John L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Elaine P.
14 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Love Watersound
This is a lovely property. It is a breathtaking view. But there are a few things that could use attention. There are so many accumulated dishes etc, that there is little room to store any food. We stay 2 weeks and do most of our cooking in the unit, so more trips to store than we'd like. The wifi was barely adequate to check email, which we understand to be a community issue. For those who use cable at home rather than streaming subscriptions, the TV was limited.
Elaine P.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colette D.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental!
The rental was well appointed with all the items you needed for a great stay. Property was very clean. The layout and space of the rental just added to the relaxing environment. Large balcony had plenty of seating and amazing ocean views! The proximity to the pool was an added bonus. Elevator also made getting luggage up to condo seamless and would make the stay workable if you were travelling with older parents who have challenges with steps. Location was less crowded area, but you still had quick access to restaurants and shopping. The host was always responsive to emails and inquiries as we were planning our trip. Would definitely stay at this property again.
Colette D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric T.
29 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Liked access to pools/beach. Beautiful views.
Eric T.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheri C.
29 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t do this property justice
This is by far one of the nicest properties in which we have stayed. The views are outstanding. The unit was spotless on arrival. The furnishings were all top notch. The kitchen was well stocked. The owner was extremely responsive to our questions. Easy access to the private beach. Very accessible for older visitors since there is an elevator. We would stay here again in heartbeat.
Sheri C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan M.
27 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque Views
We’ve been coming to 30A for the past 20+ years and this has been one of the most enjoyable properties! It was very quiet (which we like) and the panoramic view was beautiful from the large living space and decks. The property was perfect for the 6 of us. 2 pool areas to choose from, one with incredible views of the marsh, dunes and ocean. A beautiful 10 minute boardwalk thru the sand dunes to the beach. The beach was perfect … not overly crowded like other more highly populated areas we’ve stayed.
Our 15 month old granddaughter was ecstatic from the moment she walked in finding 3 floppy stuffed dogs!
All went well with the facilities.
All in all, we loved the place!
Dan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P., Columbus Georgia USA
26 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best View on 30A
This is a beautiful property the view was amazing !! We stayed here with
3 other adult children. The place has everything you need and the host was very responsive. We will be booking this place again for sure !
Lisa P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kevin D.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Views in Paradise
Awesome location only 400 steps from the beach.
Beautiful pools, and luxurious rooms and bathrooms.
Close to the best food and shops in America!
Love staying in paradise and can Not wait to visit again
Must see for yourself, and enjoy restful peace and tranquility till you recover and refocus till next time.
Kevin D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sue S.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Beach stay
The view from the condo, is outstanding. Pictures do not do it justice! Pool and beach are just steps away!! This condo is more than worth the price!!! It's a dream vacation!
Sue S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa P.
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Long Weekend
The VRBO listing accurately reflects the property which to me is a huge win. The owner was prompt, thorough and kind in communication. The condo has a wonderful view of the ocean and is convenient to 2 pools. We would definitely return to this particular condo.
Melissa P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian S.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible - Could Not Ask for a Better Experience!
This was our families first trip to the area and we could not have asked for a better place to stay. The listing painted an accurate picture of exactly what our experience was - great living spaces, comfortable bedrooms, convenient kitchen, and the most Breathtaking views from every angle. Detailed and clear instructions were sent for Check-in and to access the Condo and Garage, local contacts were provided (renting the Beach chairs and Umbrellas was well worth it!), and the "extras" that were provided made all the difference for our family and our little girls (sand toys, beach wagon, 2 Pack & Plays, high chair). We truly felt like we had the entire community and Beach to ourselves and were only minutes away from anything we could need. Every day since coming home our daughter has asked to go back to "her beach house" thanks to the memories that were made. I'm confident we'll be booking again in the future!
Brian S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
SHERYL D.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful vacation
We have stayed at this property before and enjoyed every minute. Perfect in every way. Beautiful spot on the beach with a pool right near the unit. Restaurants and shopping minutes away. Only complaint is no cable TV. They have a new set up with Roku that none of us understand. If we didn't have an amazon prime and paramount plus account we couldn't get the football games on and other shows.
SHERYL D.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Terry H.
19 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
October beach getaway
Great property and location
Terry H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jon P.
21 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place
We loved this place ! The view of the ocean is fantastic. We sat on the deck each night and watched the stars slowly move across the night sky. Perfect !
Jon P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
tammy d.
30 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous view!
Plenty of space for the whole family- beautiful community and a view that cannot be beat.