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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82003 sq ft
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Panama City Beach, FL
- Place, Carillon Beach2 min walk
- Place, Powell Lake6 min walk
- Place, Panama City Beaches10 min walk
- Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
3rd Floor Tower/Crow's Nest
2 Twin Beds
Guest Suite First Floor
1 Queen Bed
Guest Suite Second Floor
1 Queen Bed
Primary Suite Second Floor
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
1st Floor Guest Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
2nd Floor Guest Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Outdoor shower (hot & cold water)
Primary Suite Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A Glimpse of Heaven in Carillon Beach/30a! Steps to beach with 4 beach loungers!
Get "A Glimpse of Heaven" at our beach house vacation rental in Carillon Beach - A Village by the Sea!
Relax and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and the pleasant surroundings in a safe and secure, private 24-hour gated community.
Enjoy stunning gulf views and the soothing sound of waves from our 2nd and 3rd-floor balconies. Located on Beachside Drive, we’re as close to the beach as you can get without being right on the sand—less than 50 steps to the nearest dune walkover and the soft, white sugary sand, just two houses away! The exterior has been completely updated, with new decks, fresh interior paint, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout.
First floor living features an open family room with easy access to a spacious front porch and outdoor seating. The well-equipped kitchen offers all the conveniences of home, while the dining area comfortably seats eight, with extra spots at the breakfast bar. The family room is outfitted with a big screen Roku TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a Blu-Ray player with a video library.
The first-floor guest bedroom offers a comfortable ensuite with a queen bed, a full bathroom featuring a stand-up shower, and convenient amenities like a closet, ceiling fan, and Roku TV. Ideal for parents, grandparents, or in-laws, it provides easy access without the need to climb stairs.
The second-floor primary suite features a spacious bedroom with a king bed, a large balcony offering gulf views and outdoor seating, and a primary bath with a stand-up shower, Jacuzzi tub, and double vanity. Additional amenities include a ceiling fan, closet, and Roku TV.
The second-floor guest bedroom is the third ensuite, featuring a cozy queen bed and a charming window seat area. It includes a full-size bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a private balcony with a patio set overlooking the rear of the property, and convenient amenities like a closet, ceiling fan, and Roku TV.
Located on the third floor of the tower/crow's nest, this space features two twin beds and a ceiling fan. The balcony offers a nearly 360-degree panoramic view of Carillon, complete with four Adirondack chairs perfect for enjoying the evening sunset.
The backyard features a raised deck with a pergola, complete with a patio table and chairs for relaxing in the shade. Enjoy cooking out on either the Weber propane grill or the charcoal grill and dine alfresco with family and friends. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water offers convenience after a day at the beach, while a storage bench and closet with beach chairs and gear.
Easy Beach Access: Just steps away from the shore—no golf cart needed! You’re less than 50 steps from beach walkover #4. Enjoy 4 complimentary beach loungers with 2 umbrellas, plus daily setup and takedown service during the season (March 1 to October 31). *Please note, inclement weather may delay setup or require early takedown for safety.
Parking is limited to 3 vehicles at our property. Carillon Beach Association (CBA) charges a $40 guest fee* per vehicle. Registration is required before your stay and paid directly to CBA for community access. Instructions will be sent before arrival. *Guest fee is separate from your VRBO booking!
Carillon offers a variety of nearby amenities, including 3 community pools, all within a short walk. The Beachclub Pool is 7 houses away with beachfront views. Bellview Park pool, (heated in winter), features a children’s pool, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, and grassy play area—just five minutes away. Carillon Lake pool includes designated adult-only swim hours in the morning. The meeting house and chapel are equally close. Residents can enjoy “Groovin’ on the Green” outdoor music series May-Aug, weather permitting. The Carillon Village Market offers restaurants, fitness and yoga studios, beach cafe, a wine and coffee bar, rentals for bicycles, paddleboards, and kayaks, plus a spa. Grocery options like Publix, Aldi, Walmart, Target, and Fresh Market are also conveniently nearby.
All this and more, our beach house offers "A Glimpse of Heaven" right here on Earth!
PLEASE NOTE: During the Peak season (Memorial Day to mid-Aug), minimum stay is 7 nights with Saturday-to-Saturday changeover and firm check-in & check-out times. See calendar for exact dates. Sorry, no changes to check-in / check-out times during Peak season.
● TOBACCO FREE HOME
● NO PETS ALLOWED
● WE DO NOT RENT TO COLLEGE-AGED STUDENTS (Must be 25 years or older, proof required)
Relax and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and the pleasant surroundings in a safe and secure, private 24-hour gated community.
Enjoy stunning gulf views and the soothing sound of waves from our 2nd and 3rd-floor balconies. Located on Beachside Drive, we’re as close to the beach as you can get without being right on the sand—less than 50 steps to the nearest dune walkover and the soft, white sugary sand, just two houses away! The exterior has been completely updated, with new decks, fresh interior paint, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout.
First floor living features an open family room with easy access to a spacious front porch and outdoor seating. The well-equipped kitchen offers all the conveniences of home, while the dining area comfortably seats eight, with extra spots at the breakfast bar. The family room is outfitted with a big screen Roku TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a Blu-Ray player with a video library.
The first-floor guest bedroom offers a comfortable ensuite with a queen bed, a full bathroom featuring a stand-up shower, and convenient amenities like a closet, ceiling fan, and Roku TV. Ideal for parents, grandparents, or in-laws, it provides easy access without the need to climb stairs.
The second-floor primary suite features a spacious bedroom with a king bed, a large balcony offering gulf views and outdoor seating, and a primary bath with a stand-up shower, Jacuzzi tub, and double vanity. Additional amenities include a ceiling fan, closet, and Roku TV.
The second-floor guest bedroom is the third ensuite, featuring a cozy queen bed and a charming window seat area. It includes a full-size bathroom with a tub/shower combination, a private balcony with a patio set overlooking the rear of the property, and convenient amenities like a closet, ceiling fan, and Roku TV.
Located on the third floor of the tower/crow's nest, this space features two twin beds and a ceiling fan. The balcony offers a nearly 360-degree panoramic view of Carillon, complete with four Adirondack chairs perfect for enjoying the evening sunset.
The backyard features a raised deck with a pergola, complete with a patio table and chairs for relaxing in the shade. Enjoy cooking out on either the Weber propane grill or the charcoal grill and dine alfresco with family and friends. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water offers convenience after a day at the beach, while a storage bench and closet with beach chairs and gear.
Easy Beach Access: Just steps away from the shore—no golf cart needed! You’re less than 50 steps from beach walkover #4. Enjoy 4 complimentary beach loungers with 2 umbrellas, plus daily setup and takedown service during the season (March 1 to October 31). *Please note, inclement weather may delay setup or require early takedown for safety.
Parking is limited to 3 vehicles at our property. Carillon Beach Association (CBA) charges a $40 guest fee* per vehicle. Registration is required before your stay and paid directly to CBA for community access. Instructions will be sent before arrival. *Guest fee is separate from your VRBO booking!
Carillon offers a variety of nearby amenities, including 3 community pools, all within a short walk. The Beachclub Pool is 7 houses away with beachfront views. Bellview Park pool, (heated in winter), features a children’s pool, playground, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, and grassy play area—just five minutes away. Carillon Lake pool includes designated adult-only swim hours in the morning. The meeting house and chapel are equally close. Residents can enjoy “Groovin’ on the Green” outdoor music series May-Aug, weather permitting. The Carillon Village Market offers restaurants, fitness and yoga studios, beach cafe, a wine and coffee bar, rentals for bicycles, paddleboards, and kayaks, plus a spa. Grocery options like Publix, Aldi, Walmart, Target, and Fresh Market are also conveniently nearby.
All this and more, our beach house offers "A Glimpse of Heaven" right here on Earth!
PLEASE NOTE: During the Peak season (Memorial Day to mid-Aug), minimum stay is 7 nights with Saturday-to-Saturday changeover and firm check-in & check-out times. See calendar for exact dates. Sorry, no changes to check-in / check-out times during Peak season.
● TOBACCO FREE HOME
● NO PETS ALLOWED
● WE DO NOT RENT TO COLLEGE-AGED STUDENTS (Must be 25 years or older, proof required)
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Crow's nest is best for children, not adults.
Events
No events allowed
Carillon is a special place-please no loud parties
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Tobacco free property. $350 fee will be assessed
Check-out instructions
The host requires you 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 trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Text Vicki when you checkout!
Safe travels home!
All rental equipment (golf cart, bikes, cribs) must be picked up by rental company before 2pm CT on your day of departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Carillon is a special place-please no loud parties
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 25912
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Panama City Beach
Located in Sunnyside, a neighborhood in Panama City Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches, while Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Consider Emerald Coast Mirror Maze and SkyWheel. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Panama City Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Carillon Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Powell Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Panama City Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Camp Helen State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Alys Beach - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Idyll Hound Proper - 5 min drive
- Shades Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
- Ghost Crab Pizza - 4 min drive
- Bayou Bill's Crab House - 18 min walk
- Donut Hole - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Dec 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
William M.
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charo K.
Sep 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charo K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Larry K.
Oct 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Larry K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darren H.
Aug 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darren H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debbie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer A.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer A.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terresa B.
May 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Visit to Heaven
Terresa B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Theresa s.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at A Glimpse of Heaven
Theresa s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kent S.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Kent S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lola
Sep 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and beautiful location
Lola
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aimee H.
Oct 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay here again!
Aimee H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Teresa D.
Apr 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Teresa D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terresa B.
May 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glimpse of Heaven, Absolutely
Terresa B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tina M., Wildwood, MO
Jun 11, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful family vacation
Tina M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer A.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Jennifer A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John S.
Aug 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacay
John S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra M.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation!
Sandra M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frank B.
Apr 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lovation
Frank B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandy B.
Jun 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Week Ever
Sandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jolie H.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Jolie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
KAREN S.
Feb 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Vacation House
KAREN S.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lawrence S.
Jun 22, 2017
Great relaxing getaway!
Lawrence S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Shannon H.
Oct 23, 2017
Wonderful, private area and very nice beach home.
Shannon H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
Jul 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation.
Mary K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bob and Vicki Thomas
Hi! We are Bob and Vicki Thomas. Our primary residence is in Texas. We have always dreamed of owning a second home near water, a place where we can escape and R-E-L-A-X!!!
We fell in love with the Emerald Coast of Florida with its beautiful white, sugary sand beaches and clear, refreshing waters and nearby lakes. We could not have asked for more. We are very fortunate and blessed to have found our beach house in Carillon.
We are very excited about building lasting family memories and to be able to share our beach home with others. We hope that you will be able to build your own lasting memories with your family and friends too.
Blessings,
Vicki and Bob Thomas
We fell in love with the Emerald Coast of Florida with its beautiful white, sugary sand beaches and clear, refreshing waters and nearby lakes. We could not have asked for more. We are very fortunate and blessed to have found our beach house in Carillon.
We are very excited about building lasting family memories and to be able to share our beach home with others. We hope that you will be able to build your own lasting memories with your family and friends too.
Blessings,
Vicki and Bob Thomas
Why they chose this property
After staying at different locations and visiting several communities along Scenic Highway 30-A , we discovered Carillon in 2014. We love the casual, costal living of what we now call 'A Glimpse of Heaven'. It is the perfect size for us and our extended family and friends, with a convenient downstairs 1st floor bedroom and bath for our parents, numerous porches providing additional space to spread out, where we can hear the waves and experience an awesome view of the beach without actually being a beachfront property.
The community has a charming vibe, with the Beach Club Pool offering stunning views of Carillon’s private beach. There are also two more pools, along with a gated entrance that ensures safe, quiet streets where you and the kids can enjoy riding bikes, cruising in golf carts, and playing outside.
The location of 'A Glimpse of Heaven' is a short distance (less than 50 steps) to the nearest dune walkover. The beach is QUIET, not to mention beautiful! Nearby Carillon Lake, Powell Lake and Camp Helen State Park, offer freshwater fishing, paddle boards, boating or skiing. It is more than we could have asked for!
Every home in Carillon comes with charming touches like shaded porches that welcome the gulf breezes and high ceilings that make rooms feel open and bright. Each one is custom designed by an approved, licensed architect and built by a Carillon Design Review approved builder. While the community’s character is preserved through strict guidelines and quality standards, no two homes in Carillon are exactly alike.
In Carillon, the homes and amenities come together to create a community that’s both practical and beautiful. It’s a place where families, friends, and neighbors can enjoy their surroundings and each other’s company, feeling secure and connected. Simply put, it feels like home.
The community has a charming vibe, with the Beach Club Pool offering stunning views of Carillon’s private beach. There are also two more pools, along with a gated entrance that ensures safe, quiet streets where you and the kids can enjoy riding bikes, cruising in golf carts, and playing outside.
The location of 'A Glimpse of Heaven' is a short distance (less than 50 steps) to the nearest dune walkover. The beach is QUIET, not to mention beautiful! Nearby Carillon Lake, Powell Lake and Camp Helen State Park, offer freshwater fishing, paddle boards, boating or skiing. It is more than we could have asked for!
Every home in Carillon comes with charming touches like shaded porches that welcome the gulf breezes and high ceilings that make rooms feel open and bright. Each one is custom designed by an approved, licensed architect and built by a Carillon Design Review approved builder. While the community’s character is preserved through strict guidelines and quality standards, no two homes in Carillon are exactly alike.
In Carillon, the homes and amenities come together to create a community that’s both practical and beautiful. It’s a place where families, friends, and neighbors can enjoy their surroundings and each other’s company, feeling secure and connected. Simply put, it feels like home.
What makes this property unique
We were drawn to our beach house for its cozy, laid-back coastal style, ideal floor plan, and close access to a private beach spanning about 104 acres with nearly a mile of soft, white sand.
Lloyd Vogt, a celebrated architect from New Orleans, was brought in to design our town plan. His passion for historical preservation and expertise in traditional urbanism shaped Carillon into what it is today. He understood that a seaside community has unique needs compared to a typical town, so the plan ensured the beach was accessible both physically and visually. The layout and features were thoughtfully arranged to foster a strong sense of community and encourage walking, biking, and golf cart travel.
Lake Carillon is a beautiful 13-acre freshwater lake teeming with local plants and wildlife, from lily pads and bass to turtles, and it serves as a key stop for migrating ducks and other birds.
At the heart of the community stands the Carillon Bell Tower, with all roads leading to Carillon Circle. Home to 35 bells that chime on the hour during the day, the tower was recently renovated.
The Carillon Meeting House/Chapel also saw a full renovation in 2023 and hosts a non-denominational service every Sunday at 10 a.m. CT, and holiday services for Easter and Christmas eve.
In the warmer months, enjoy “Groovin’ on the Green” a lively event at the Village Green featuring local and regional talent, open to everyone.
Every home in Carillon was meant to be unique, yet share a common character that defined the Carillon style. Along with creating the community’s master plan, Lloyd Vogt also set the architectural guidelines for designing and building the homes.
Lloyd Vogt, a celebrated architect from New Orleans, was brought in to design our town plan. His passion for historical preservation and expertise in traditional urbanism shaped Carillon into what it is today. He understood that a seaside community has unique needs compared to a typical town, so the plan ensured the beach was accessible both physically and visually. The layout and features were thoughtfully arranged to foster a strong sense of community and encourage walking, biking, and golf cart travel.
Lake Carillon is a beautiful 13-acre freshwater lake teeming with local plants and wildlife, from lily pads and bass to turtles, and it serves as a key stop for migrating ducks and other birds.
At the heart of the community stands the Carillon Bell Tower, with all roads leading to Carillon Circle. Home to 35 bells that chime on the hour during the day, the tower was recently renovated.
The Carillon Meeting House/Chapel also saw a full renovation in 2023 and hosts a non-denominational service every Sunday at 10 a.m. CT, and holiday services for Easter and Christmas eve.
In the warmer months, enjoy “Groovin’ on the Green” a lively event at the Village Green featuring local and regional talent, open to everyone.
Every home in Carillon was meant to be unique, yet share a common character that defined the Carillon style. Along with creating the community’s master plan, Lloyd Vogt also set the architectural guidelines for designing and building the homes.
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