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Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf

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A wooden deck with a white railing, overlooking a body of water and a building with a blue facade.
A kitchen with a central island, three wicker chairs, a clock on the wall, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A living room with a striped sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a kitchen area in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 8 guests, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It includes outdoor areas like a patio, deck, and balcony. Families can explore nearby attractions such as Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Alys Beach
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Seacrest Beach, FL
  • Place, Alys Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Seacrest Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Deer Lake State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 Upstairs

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3 Downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Living room Sofa

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom Upstairs

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 Downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf

One of the quieter communities along the eastern end of Scenic Highway 30A, Seacrest is perfect for a beachgoer searching for a quiet getaway every day. This peaceful area offers a place to both relax and enjoy a natural beach experience. With gorgeous stretches of uncrowded beaches, Seacrest offers a simpler lifestyle. Camp Creek Lake, one of South Walton’s 15 coastal dune lakes, is the perfect spot to catch a beautiful morning sunrise or enjoy an afternoon outing on your kayak or standup paddleboard. The Village of South Walton has become a small town center for the Seacrest area with varied shopping and restaurant options as well as a general store.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Spring Breakers
Each unit at Dolphin Watch has 2 parking spaces. NO MORE

Important information

You need to know

Property # 790699
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
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Panama City Beach

Seacrest, a neighborhood in Panama City Beach, is home to this vacation home. Frank Brown Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Aaron Bessant Park Amphitheater and Aaron Bessant Park.
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Seacrest Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Alys Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacrest Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Deer Lake State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Camp Creek Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Seaside Beach - 17 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fonville Press - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Local Smoke - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Havana Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf?

As of Sep 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf on Sep 27, 2026 start from $461, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Watch. Steps Away From The White Sands Of The Gulf located?

Located in Seacrest, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach. Deer Lake State Park and Camp Creek Lake are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great value for the location. We have stayed here for 5 years!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very family friendly, clean and very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have you as my guest. Please remember me on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Right near the beach, clean and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words. Please keep me in mind for your next beach trip. Clark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Very close to the beach and easy access. We will definitely be staying here again. Communication was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dolphin watch #2

Great location, easily accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2023
Sherrie, Thank you so much for the five star review and the kind words. Please keep me in mind for your future visits. It was my pleasure to have you as my guest. Thanks--Clark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Mack was a great and very responsive host. The location is so close to the beach and right in between Seaside and Rosemary Beach, so very convenient to shopping and restaurants. Our family will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family beach spot!

My family and I spent our first 30A Florida beach vacation here over Fourth of July. We had plenty of space and it was just steps away from the beach. Very family friendly location. We plan on coming back here next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2022
Octavia, Thank you so much for your kind words. You and your family were the perfect guests. Thank you for taking such good care of our beach house. Please consider this location for your next visit. Thanks Again--Clark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

On the beach

Location is fantastic and just steps to the beach. Easy bike rides to Alys and Rosemary, and the beach services are all very prompt and easy to deal with. We only had 4 of us, but can sleep 6 comfortably. Great wifi, which is a big plus in the area especially during Spring Break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Right Place, Right Price

Awesome location. It was so awesome to be able to walk out of the screened in porch and be at the steps to the beach in under 50ft. The beach was perfect, not too busy. The public access was not an issue at all during our stay. I wish the other guests in the complex knew how to park to maximize the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

We had 4 adults and 4 young kids (ages 1-7) stay comfortably. The property was exactly as described. The easy beach access was perfect for toddlers going back and forth, snack breaks, bathroom breaks, etc. The patio was perfect for stashing all our sand toys, beach bags, and towels. We brought bikes, scooters, and a stroller, and our whole group walked or rode to get ice cream from the Hub every day. We’re already discussing staying here again next year! 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 1, 2024
Lindsey, I am so glad that you found everything as described and you expected. thank you so much for your kind words. Please tell your friends and neighbors about Dolphin Watch #2. I look forward to having you as a guest again real soon. Thanks--Clark
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location location location

The proximity to the beach is perfect. The three flights of stairs to the beach was rough on a couple of our guests but once a day works. Condo is older but everything is nice. Kitchen is tiny if you have a couple of cooks, but is doable. Owner is easy to reach with any questions and/or issues. There was an extra fridge during our stay and really helped us out with our drinks and additional food. Parking is tight so definitely only two vehicles. There is some parking across and down the street but is usually full.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

This property has all the essentials! The location right next to the public beach access was awesome! Multiple hoses for rinsing off before going inside and a screened back patio help the sand stay where you want it. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking (bring your own spices). Plenty of towels and even tide pods for laundering. Kureg and regular coffee maker available. Plenty of room for 4 adults and 3 kids. Kitchen is a little tight so one chef at a time works best. Would stay again :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location steps from gorgeous beach

Dolphin Watch was the perfect spot for our family vacation with young kids because it was just steps from both the public and private beach access. No crossing 30A or driving, easy to go out and come back from the beach in two minutes, which is exactly what we needed with 3 toddlers. Layout of condo is great for a trip with kids as well, and the condo had lots of linens, mini toiletries, and kitchen amenities. Perhaps the best part for us was the screened in back porch for sandals and beach toy storage. Laundry room was handy as well. Construction was going on at the adjoining condo during the day but never too early and stopped around 5pm. Quiet and peaceful with the sounds of the ocean. Great stay overall, highly recommend for anyone wanting to stay on the beach without spending a fortune. 5 minute drive to Alys Beach, a few more to Rosemary, and 10 or so minutes to a nice Publix. Great communication from host and easy check-in/out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2023
Thank you, Chandler for your kind words. Please keep me in mind for your next trip to the area. Thanks Again--Clark
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros and ConsPros: The location is great if you’re looking for a less crowded beach. Compared to Panama City Beach and other nearby beaches, this one was never packed, even during peak times. There are also plenty of places to eat nearby, although they are a bit pricey.Cons: The beds and pillows were very firm and not very comfortable. The hot water heater is not large enough to supply all three bathrooms if they are being used for showers at the same time. There were also only two washcloths provided per bathroom. If you have a full group like we did (8 people), that’s simply not enough.Overall: I would rate it 3 out of 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2026
Hello Johnny, so sorry to see your 3 star review I personally prefer a firmer bed and pillows I am so sorry they did not suit you. There were 3 extra Sets of bath towels includIng bath cloths in the master bath and there was a bag in the down bedroom closet with extra bed and bath linens. Again so sorry you were unhappy. Have a great rest of your summer!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a wonderful stay!

Nice property very neat and roomy. Everything we needed for our stay was provided and just a few steps from the beach. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this Rental

Perfect location to beach. Love coming here year after year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and owner!

We loved staying here and will return. Owner was great to work with. The unit was perfect for the four of us with great beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Everything was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Location, location, location! Steps away from the beach and it was perfect. No more packing a wagon and cooler for the day - we were back at the beach house within minutes. Owner is great and we will definitely be back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

The walk to the beach is very short down the private or public access. beaches are nice. house was great for the kids and manager and owner both very fast to fix concerns we had. We had a great time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

This property is perfect for families with small children that need to be close enough to go back to the house for a nap!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great R&R

Everything was clean, homely, and well kept. We had everything we needed minus a hair dryer. Overall it was pretty much everything we needed and being so close to beach access was great.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice convenient stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The beds could use some updating. But overall we enjoyed our visit. It was clean, and such a close walk to the beach. Which, was perfect with three little ones. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place for a casual trip

This house is in a great location, just steps from a public beach access. We were there unknowingly during spring break and it was very busy, but that's ok! House was clean but very basic (this was stated in the listed that we would need our own shampoo, laundry etc. but I just didn't pay attention). Great top deck off the master suite. Only thing I could complain about were the beds and linens could definitely use some updating as well as some spotty wifi issues. All in all it is a great beach house for a casual trip if you are planning on spending most of your time at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

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