See all properties
Save
Entire home

THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!

Photo gallery for THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!

A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a stove, and a dining area with stools.
A wooden staircase leading to a covered porch with a white railing, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the sky.
A two-story building with a balcony, string lights, and a palm tree.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. A blue sofa and a coffee table are in the living area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Paul Brent Gallery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pier Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Panama City Beach

At this cottage you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and 2 km (1.3 mi) from Paul Brent Gallery. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
View more Cottages in Panama City BeachOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Paul Brent Gallery - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Pier Park - 7 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Alys Beach - 11 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thomas Donut & Snack Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!

Your beach vacation can be as relaxed or as action packed as you choose at this cozy 1962 beach retreat. The Perch, the upper (main cottage) level of Heron House, is located in a quiet neighborhood at the less crowded west end of Panama City Beach. This location is far enough away from Pier Park and 30A to avoid the crowds, but it is just a short drive to these popular locations and many more! This relaxed beach house has been fully updated in a way that preserves its vintage charm. You will also be 0.2 mile or 1.5 blocks from the sugar sand beach of Laguna Beach. With the golf cart provided for FREE, it takes just moments to get from the house to the beach. You will find that this cottage has vintage charm with all the modern conveniences to make your stay one to remember. You will sleep on all new mattresses and enjoy the newly updated furnishings and calm relaxing vibes provided by the updated decor. You can dine and make family memories on the huge deck with seating for 6. Kitchen amenities, sand toys, beach towels, and (4) beach chairs are all provided, so that you don't have to worry about the small details. Just bring your swim suit, a cold drink, and sunblock and you will be ready to embark on a relaxing day at the beach. The upper unit is completely private and separate from the lower unit which is being used as a long term rental.
Note: 1st floor unit is occupied by our maintenance manager (single man in his 80’s) and is not a vacation rental. He is is happy to help if you need anything, but will otherwise keep to himself. The golfcart and backyard are for your use only. They are not shared.

Similar properties

House (4 Bedrooms) | Front of property
Chic 30A Beach Home Views, Ping Pong, 5-min Walk to Carillon Beach Bellview
Sunnyside
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
Chic 30A Beach Home Views, Ping Pong, 5-min Walk to Carillon Beach Bellview

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Log out of streaming services. Place sheets in a pile on the floor. Place quilts and pillows on the beds. Leave mattress pads on the beds. Place dirty towels in the tub.
If you have utilized the beach towels provided, you are required to wash and return them to the closet. (This extra step reduces your cleaning fee $25) Ensure all 6 beach towels are accounted for.
Please make sure the golf cart is left plugged in.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Golf cart drivers must have a valid drivers license. You may only drive on neighborhood streets and bike lane of Front Beach Rd.
Make sure to return the golf cart to its parking spot at night and charge it so it is ready to go the next day.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Plz supervise small children on steps and deck

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 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 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.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!?

Yep, THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! is a short 5-minute walk from Panama City Beaches.

Does THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!?

No, THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH!?

No, pets are not allowed.

THE PERCH-Beach Cottage- FREE GOLF CART-Just Minutes from the Gulf/BEACH! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and place was just as advertised. Golf cart was very handy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place to stay! Everything worked well and it was easy to get to from all directions. Besides, where else can you see more than 50 birds at once in PCB? My wife will likely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable. The front porch deck is great outdoor space. We enjoyed walking the neighborhoods of Laguna Beach. Just a short walk to the incredible white sand beach. Erica and Rollie are friendly, helpful hosts.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice reasonable price with golf cart to help with the convience of being off the beach by a couple blocks
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josh k.

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

Great beach getaway

Place was great with an awesome balcony, clean, great short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

Wonderful get away!

Perfect location! House was as described, clean, everything we needed! The golf cart was a Hugh plus. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family getaway

We had a blast the house was close to the beach and the golf cart was very nice to get around. I would recommend to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsie S.

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

Perfect getaway

Property was ideally located for the beach. It is situated in a lovely community. The accommodations were most pleasant inside and out. I highly recommend a visit and would certainly return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dewayne H.

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

Beach trip

Everything was great. No problems at all. Good location and the golf cart is very handy. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Will come back :)

Great communication and very clean. Great decor and cozy feel to this beach bungalow.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bo M.

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

The Perch

Everything was smooth and good to go. If you’re looking for a nice place by the beach then this will work for you. Definitely the golf cart is the ticket!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

PCB

Great stay. Everything was perfect. The only issue was accessing the property upon arrival (code didn't work), but luckily Rolllie was right downstairs to help.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R.

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

Great stay

Quiet. Clean. Close to the beach. Erica was very responsive. We will be back. Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Updated vintage charm

This property is adorable. Plenty of clean, vintage charm with modern updates. Our family especially enjoyed the proximity to the beach, comfortable beds and golf cart. Owner was super easy to communicate with and having a friendly caretaker on site was very helpful. This home provided everything we needed for a fun and relaxing vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnell T.

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

Amazing

Love the neighborhood and the fact that it’s in the residential area of the beach rather than in the middle of the tourist area….can’t beat sitting out on your own private balcony enjoying your coffee and listening to the birds singing in the morning…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great stay

I would stay here again. We had everything we needed. I didn't know the laundry was down stairs in a detached building/ shed. It wasn't a problem for us but may be for other people. We enjoyed the outdoor seating and the golf cart. You are able to park the golf cart at any of the public beach accesses, and it takes maybe two minutes to get to the closest one.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy F.

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

Very relaxing and soooo close to beachl

Having the golf cart to use was the icing on the cake. We used it to go to the beach, the Carosel grocery store and ridingaround Laguna Beach. House has a beachy retro vibe. Beds are comfy. Kitchen has just about anything I needed to cook meals. The property manager, Rollie, was helpful, friendly and fun to talk to. We loved the quiet west end but appreciated the short ride to PCB for restaurants and entertainment. Would stay again.
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher M.

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

Great place for a getaway!

This was a great place to spend a week at the beach. Communication with Erica was easy and quick for everything we needed ahead of our stay and once we arrived. The beds are very nice.. one kinda firm, one kinda soft. The front porch was a great hang out spot for the evenings, we even got to watch a little storm pass through one night. The GOLF CART was a lifesaver. I basically parked my car at the first of the week and we just took the little cart everywhere from Thomas's donuts, the carousel grocery, the beach and just cruising in general. The only drawbacks are it only has one bathroom and I'm pretty sure the fan in there is also a heater, it's right behind a teen Christian summer camp, and the golf cart is not the most powerful one I've ever driven. Overall great property for 2-4 people!!! We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne S.

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

Senior's perspective

As I told Rollie, the best part of our stay was getting to know Rollie. Couple of comments: The renovations to the apartment were excellent. The atmosphere was very quiet. The futon couch was not comfortable to sit on. We could not get the TV in the main room to come on; there was no local / national channels. For us, it was difficult to move the tall chairs under the dinette table. As pointed out to Rollie, we had issues with the golf cart maintaining speed and issues with the gas and brake pedals. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Adorable rental, great location, very quiet

Updated, super clean, spacious second-floor rental unit with high ceilings in a quiet neighborhood. My husband, teenage son, and I stayed for a week. Fantastic outdoor spaces: one out front with a six-person dining table and chairs plus two lounge chairs, one out back with two lounge chairs and a hammock. Laundry is in a locked building in the backyard of the property. Well-kept outdoor basketball court with balls provided about a block away (my sporty teenager loved this!), and the beach is about 1.5 blocks away. Golf cart provided is old and not fast, but adequate for getting to the Carousel grocery store (fantastic store with friendly staff -- GREAT wine selection!) and beach -- note that the forward/reverse gear switch is down where your knees meet the seat (took us a while to figure this out and there were no instructions). Kitchen pots/pans/utensils could use a refresh (especially frying pans), but we made due. There is a drip coffeemaker provided, but you need to bring your own filters and coffee. Plenty of pillows/blankets, beach towels, and beach chairs provided, and there is a cooler out in the laundry building. Looked everywhere for a binder with house rules/instructions but couldn't find one -- would be a nice addition, especially if it included recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. All in all, a wonderful stay and we'd rent it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

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

Perched on the porch

Nice throw back beach home to when times were simpler. Neighborhood setting with a mix of new and old. Golf cart makes it easy to take in the surroundings at a leisurely pace. Downstairs tenant very nice and ez to find when needed. Property has a quaint fire ring that further carries the laid back vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista P.

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

Great house for our vacation!

This was a great place to stay, very clean and the owner was always available if needed. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

AMAZING

I highly recommend this property. Communication was excellent. Pictures are accurate. Rollie was amazing. He asked if we needed anything. It was nice having someone on site to ask any questions to and if we had anything wrong he was right there. We enjoyed getting to know him. Beach is super close and easy to get to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

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

Great stay in PCB

The Perch was exactly as described, nice quiet location With the addition of the golf cart you can be on the white sand beaches in 3-4 minutes. Our family enjoyed enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Perfect house in great location

The house was spotless, comfortable, beautifully decorated, and well stocked with everything we needed. The location was excellent. Quiet neighborhood and just a 5 minute walk to the beach. Erica was a pleasure to work with and very prompt with communication. My wife and I loved this house. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

More Destinations