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Sky Above. Sand Below. Peace Within...☀️FREE Beach Service + Owner-Managed!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Family Room - Sleeper Sofa
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Spare Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
2nd Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Sky Above. Sand Below. Peace Within...☀️FREE Beach Service + Owner-Managed!
Gulf front views with spectacular sunsets in a low-density complex with brand new elevators. Ahhhh.....
Open the door to Z's Beach Retreat, located on the 5th floor, & you immediately have a picture perfect view of the Gulf of Mexico, which pulls you to the balcony. Our "home away from home" is carefully and thoughtfully decorated to make your stay memorable and comfortable. From the FREE BEACH SERVICE (2 chairs & an umbrella set up daily - a $50/day value) included with your stay, to the pool and children's pool, expansive beach, and exercise room, Sterling Reef 502 offers great comfort and amenities. Plus, there are no long walks to your car as the garage is occupies the first three floors of the building.
Please note: This is a NON-SMOKING/VAPING unit - no smoking/vaping in the unit, balcony, or any of the common areas. Smoking/vaping is only permitted on the top, outside level of the garage on the 3rd floor patio. This condo can accommodate 4 adults over the age of 25. For families, we allow 2 additional children for a maximum capacity of 6 guests. Parking fee is $50 per vehicle (Max 2 Vehicles).
The king-sized master bedroom overlooks the Gulf with an oversized bath and closet. The second guest room has a queen bed and immediate access to the second bath. Additionally, there is a queen sleeper in the living room for guests. There is a convenient in-unit washer & dryer, and the fully equipped kitchen and granite island tie it all together and make this condo a premier choice for your beach escape.
Bring your camera to capture the views from the large private balcony that overlooks the emerald water and white sand beaches of Panama City Beach. Catch the amazing sunsets, or if you're lucky, the various fireworks shows on the 4th and New Year's Eve. Enjoy your morning coffee or breakfast as you watch the dolphins, stingrays, turtles, and large schools of fish just off the beach and in the distance.
The complex offers a pool and children's pool adjacent to the beach. Additionally, there is a fully-equipped exercise room and convenient, close covered parking. You'll have access to jet ski rentals & banana boat rides right on the beach! In the immediate area you will find dozens of shops and golf cart/scooter rentals, miniature golf, and plenty of great restaurants. You will also find some unique opportunities such as Shipwreck Water Park, Indulgence Spa & Salon, and the MB Miller Fishing Pier. You may have come for the beach, but Sterling Reef offers so much more with all its attractions and enjoyments. Welcome to Z's Beach Retreat.
Open the door to Z's Beach Retreat, located on the 5th floor, & you immediately have a picture perfect view of the Gulf of Mexico, which pulls you to the balcony. Our "home away from home" is carefully and thoughtfully decorated to make your stay memorable and comfortable. From the FREE BEACH SERVICE (2 chairs & an umbrella set up daily - a $50/day value) included with your stay, to the pool and children's pool, expansive beach, and exercise room, Sterling Reef 502 offers great comfort and amenities. Plus, there are no long walks to your car as the garage is occupies the first three floors of the building.
Please note: This is a NON-SMOKING/VAPING unit - no smoking/vaping in the unit, balcony, or any of the common areas. Smoking/vaping is only permitted on the top, outside level of the garage on the 3rd floor patio. This condo can accommodate 4 adults over the age of 25. For families, we allow 2 additional children for a maximum capacity of 6 guests. Parking fee is $50 per vehicle (Max 2 Vehicles).
The king-sized master bedroom overlooks the Gulf with an oversized bath and closet. The second guest room has a queen bed and immediate access to the second bath. Additionally, there is a queen sleeper in the living room for guests. There is a convenient in-unit washer & dryer, and the fully equipped kitchen and granite island tie it all together and make this condo a premier choice for your beach escape.
Bring your camera to capture the views from the large private balcony that overlooks the emerald water and white sand beaches of Panama City Beach. Catch the amazing sunsets, or if you're lucky, the various fireworks shows on the 4th and New Year's Eve. Enjoy your morning coffee or breakfast as you watch the dolphins, stingrays, turtles, and large schools of fish just off the beach and in the distance.
The complex offers a pool and children's pool adjacent to the beach. Additionally, there is a fully-equipped exercise room and convenient, close covered parking. You'll have access to jet ski rentals & banana boat rides right on the beach! In the immediate area you will find dozens of shops and golf cart/scooter rentals, miniature golf, and plenty of great restaurants. You will also find some unique opportunities such as Shipwreck Water Park, Indulgence Spa & Salon, and the MB Miller Fishing Pier. You may have come for the beach, but Sterling Reef offers so much more with all its attractions and enjoyments. Welcome to Z's Beach Retreat.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Please return all 6 wristbands to the hooks near the door to avoid a replacement fee of $25 each.
Please wash all dishes or run the dishwasher before you leave & remove all food from the refrigerator.
Please remove all trash from unit (trash chute is outside of unit in the hallway- bagged trash only).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Property Registration Number 37278
About the neighborhood
Panama City Beach
Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is near a water park and on the beach. Thomas Drive and Pier Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Shipwreck Island Waterpark and Frank Brown Park. Goofy Golf and Rockit Lanes are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Panama City Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Edgewater Gulf Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Panama City Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- M.B. Miller County Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Golf Course at Edgewater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Beef 'O' Brady's - 2 min drive
- Another Broken Egg Cafe - 14 min walk
- Harpoon Harry's - 13 min walk
- Taco Bell - 14 min walk
- Bella Roma Tuscan Grill - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Willis G.
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Willis G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brittany P.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Brittany P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nora H.
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view



Nora H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rowena V.
Apr 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break with kids
Rowena V.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna J.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by Fishing Pier
Deanna J.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana T.
Aug 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Dana T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn G.
Apr 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Kathryn G.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tari W.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunset views
Tari W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donavan V.
Feb 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break from the snow up north
Donavan V.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle W.
May 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay - location perfect for Ironman event
Michelle W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Scott T.
Sep 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
Scott T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
christy c.
May 26, 2016
would stay again
christy c.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
10/10 Excellent
Lilia P.
Aug 24, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Lilia P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Terry H.
Jul 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CCondo was in Perfect for our family. Access to beach and pools
Terry H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Krista H.
May 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Krista H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Betsy R.
May 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo in a great location
Betsy R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
May 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute condo
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C., Alabama
Jun 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property!
Jessica C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Talena D.
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, clean condo with wonderful beach views
Talena D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
May 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful 💙
Sharon S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Valorie S.
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would recommend to others.
Valorie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danielle T.
Aug 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Danielle T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lora O.
Mar 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect condo on the Beach
Lora O.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel R.
Jan 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and very relaxing stay A++
Daniel R.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021
About the host
Hosted by Brian & Amy Zmikly
We live in Michigan, and have five wonderful teenagers (yes, five teenagers). It's always entertaining around the Zmikly house. :)
Why they chose this property
Simply stated - it's a place to exhale and forget about "life" for a while. You can feel it the minute you walk in...
What makes this property unique
- Low-density property
- Brand new elevators in 2023
- Beach rentals onsite
- Amazing views
- White sands and aqua blue water
- Extremely clean and well stocked
- Centrally located in PCB... Close to everything!
- Calm, serene, and welcoming... Enjoy :)
- Brand new elevators in 2023
- Beach rentals onsite
- Amazing views
- White sands and aqua blue water
- Extremely clean and well stocked
- Centrally located in PCB... Close to everything!
- Calm, serene, and welcoming... Enjoy :)
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