Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
2nd Ensuite Bedroom
2 Queen Beds
Master Ensuite Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Second Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community
MILES OF PRIVATE BEACH, GULF FRONT, GYM, HEATED POOLS, BIKES, GATED COMMUNITY, PLAYGROUND ALL CENTRALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF 30A Welcome to ENCORE, your luxurious PRIVATE BEACH getaway located in the exclusive gated community of Watersound Beach on 30A. Step inside and be awed by our spacious, open 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom property, with sweeping views of the Gulf.
Take a stroll along the PRIVATE 2.5-mile stretch of white sand BEACH and dip your toes into the crystal-clear emerald green water. Spend your days lounging under the sun, building sandcastles with the kids, or exploring the beach with a bike ride.
After a day of beach fun, cool off in one of the two heated pools at ENCORE - the WSB Community Dunesider pool or the exclusive Compass Point Infinity Pool. Take a walk or bike ride along the community's winding trails and boardwalks, or challenge the family to a game of mini-golf at private puttering park.
At night, enjoy delicious patio dining and live music at Bruno's Pizza, located just a stone's throw away from ENCORE. Take a short walk or bike ride to The Big Chill (formerly The HUB) for nightly family activities, shopping, and dining.
Watersound Beach is a serene and natural private 250-acre community, centrally located between Rosemary Beach and Seaside. Come and experience the beauty and tranquility of the Gulf Coast at ENCORE. Book your stay today and start picturing yourself at the beach!
Sleeping Arrangement- Imagine yourself waking up in a luxurious beachfront condo with breathtaking Gulf views. You step into the master bedroom and find a grand king-sized bed with plush linens, inviting you to snuggle in for a cozy night's sleep. The room boasts wrap-around windows, allowing the natural light to pour in and provide a stunning view of the Gulf. As you open the door to the ensuite, you're greeted with a spacious walk-in shower and a double vanity, perfect for a refreshing start to your day.
If you make your way to the second bedroom, you'll find two comfortable queen-sized beds with matching linens. The large picture window in this room also provides an incredible view of the Gulf. The ensuite bath features a walk-in shower with two separate vanities, making it convenient for multiple people to get ready at the same time.
Whether you choose the grand master bedroom or the cozy second bedroom, you'll have access to your own private oasis with stunning Gulf views. So, which sleeping arrangement will you choose for your next beach getaway?
Provided Amenities - Imagine yourself enjoying the luxurious amenities provided during your beach vacation. You'll sleep soundly in the 100% cotton and linen luxury linens, and dry off with plush Egyptian cotton towels. For your beach excursions, beach towels are available for your use, and two cruiser bikes are provided for your convenience. If you'd like to rent chairs for the beach, simply arrange it through our community vendor, La Dolce Vita. Or, if you prefer, grab the backpack chairs and umbrellas provided and head straight to the beach for a day of relaxation and fun in the sun. Other amenities are also provided for your convenience during your stay. These include paper towels, coffee pods, dishwasher and washer pods, toilet paper, trash bags, dish soap, and hand soap. No need to worry about running out of essentials during your vacation - we've got you covered.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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All Guests must be disclosed prior to arrival. Additional guests, over 4 will be charged $250/night per guest.
Golf cart use is restricted to Adults over 21 years of age. Guest will be charged $500 for each offense in addition to any tickets or community fee.
Guests are responsible to complete/return Rental Agreement + Cart agreement prior to receiving access. no later than 24 hours prior to check-in
Important information
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 deadlock
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located on the beach, this condo is in WaterSound Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alys Beach and Grayton Beach State Park. Frank Brown Park and Sundog Books are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Watersound, FL
What's nearby
Seacrest Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Deer Lake State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Camp Creek Lake - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Seagrove Beach East - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
South Walton Beaches - 9 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
The Big Chill 30A - 11 min walk
Ambrosia - 8 min drive
Old Florida Fish House - 4 min drive
Steamboat Grill - 5 min drive
Canopy Road Cafe - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community?
As of 18 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community on 22 Jul 2026 start from £643, 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.
Is 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 30A PRIVATE BEACH GULF FRONT W/ GYM!! Exclusive Gated Watersound Beach Community located?
Nestled on the beach, this WaterSound Beach condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Deer Lake State Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Alys Beach. Seacrest Beach and Camp Creek Lake are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The condo is beautiful, the view is amazing, the golf cart is very convenient, and the host was great to check in and send information as needed. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a luxurious beach stay!
We just had the most amazing week at this property. The home was immaculate, the owner is highly responsive/attentive to any questions or concerns and the location/view is incredible. We loved taking the golf cart to Bruno's pizza and sipping our morning coffee while overlooking the ocean. Cannot recommend this property enough!
Our stay at this condo was terrific! The host is a great communicator and the condo is cozy and comfortable. We look forward to returning in the future. Thanks!
Austin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Austin!
It was such a pleasure to host you. Please do come again!
Cheri
We had an amazing time at our property. Our host was amazing as well. The condo was beautiful as was the view. We will definitely be back. The Watersound community is one of our very favorites. Thank you for sharing your home with us!❤️
Everything was perfect. Our host was always available if we had a question for her. The condo was very clean and beautiful. The property and grounds were beautiful and in a great location. I can't complain about anything, just that I wish we could've stayed longer.
Wow! Fantastic and very well appointed property even down to the beach toys! The golf cart was wonderful with my 3 year old granddaughter. Cheri went above and beyond to communicate with us. Check in was a breeze. The location was stellar and steps to the beach and pool! Don’t hesitate to rent this property.
The Watersound Community is breathtaking. I took walks every day and saw something new each time; from lily ponds to streams to a putting park! Not to mention the beautiful boardwalks to the beach and the beach itself of course. The Condo is gorgeous, comfy, and quiet! The host is incredibly responsive and helpful! I just can't say enough about my stay here! I highly recommend this property and this community!
Jamie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2023
Thank you Jamie! Watersound Beach Community is truly a very special place.
This is our 3rd year spending a week at Watersound beach and the first time renting in Compass Point. The place is top notch and perfect for a family of four. The condo is decorated nicely, the kitchen has everything needed if you want to cook, the beds were comfortable, the place was very clean, and the host was easy to work with. We particularly enjoyed the balcony with a great view of the beach and gulf. As it is on the east side, once the sun moves overhead in the afternoon, the balcony is shaded and great to hangout, relax, read, and have a cocktail before going out for the evening.
Steve P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
It was a pleasure to host you and your family at Encore! The balcony is one of our favorite places as well. The view in person is so much better than the pictures. I am so pleased you enjoyed it! Cheers, Cheri
I cannot say enough about how great this property is. Wonderfully laid out for a family of four. Beautiful decor in every room and a well stocked kitchen . Cheri even made sure to leave coffee pods! We had everything we needed and more! The views from every window were gorgeous. The close proximity to the beach and pool, as well as local eating spots was perfect. I could go on and on! Highly recommend and cannot wait to go back.
This is a wonderful condo in a beautiful location - Five stars all around. We've been visiting the 30A area for over 20 years, and this is one of our favorite spots. We experienced great communication with the owner and a very smooth rental process. The condo is fully updated with top-end appliances and finishes, stylishly comfortable decor, and a very serene ambience. Moreover, the Watersound views are unparalleled. It's a bit sleepy compared to other 30A communities, and if you want peace, quiet and a perfect place to recharge your batteries, then this would be an excellent choice. If you're looking for party central, then you might want to look elsewhere.
HW A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Hays,
You could not have been a more perfect first guest at Encore. My housekeeping team said they never experienced a guest clean liker yours. You left our property spotless. Thank you for respecting our home during your stay. Please come back again anytime.
Cheri
This condo is beautiful and comfortable. The views are wonderful from every room. Kitchen had everything we needed to make dinners and Publix is a short drive for groceries. Property was very nice and easy to get around. Golf cart was a fun extra and we used it to drive to beach and dinner at Bruno’s pizza. Definitely eat at Bruno’s when you stay, it was fabulous. Location was perfect with easy drive to seaside and rosemary beach. Beach was not as packed as other places we have stayed in the area. Unfortunately, the creek next to us broke through to the ocean and it made the water quite ugly. We were able to walk to clearer water to get in and others were swimming in the dark water, so I guess it was safe, but not pretty. Overall this was a great pick for our trip and would definitely stay again in the future.
We had a great time here. The check in process was extremely simple thanks to Cheri. She sent us an online information booklet that prepared us for everything before we got there. The condo was very clean upon arrival and is really nicely done. It is very spacious and both bedrooms have wonderful bathrooms.
The location is perfect! One pool is right outside the door, and the golf cart boardwalk to the pristine beach is right outside the condo also. There was ample parking for the golf cart on the boardwalk so it was an easy trip to the beach. We used the chairs and umbrellas Cheri provides with the rental and they were super convenient. There really isn’t a reason to use the rental service for chairs and umbrellas if you don’t want to.
We took the golf cart to Bruno’s pizza a couple of times and it was really good. Other good restaurants are not far away either. We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. Cheri checked in with us multiple times to make sure everything was going great. We’d stay here again in a heartbeat.
Matt R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Matt, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. Please come back and see us again. Oh and my team said to thank you for taking such great care of Encore!
DETAILS BEYOND - Looking further is a waste of time!
Cheri went so above and beyond for us to stay in her amazing space. First let me say its outrageously gorgeous, exquisitely decorated with a view that is beyond tranquil. Morning walks to the beach are steps from your front door. As grandparents exhausted from summer fun with our grandson we desperately needed time to relax and unwind. Golf cart, bikes, chairs, beach towels, coffee, tea, personal care and cleaning supplies - I cant think of anything missing from this condo, but if i could Cheri would have provided in a snap.
The nightlights are located exactly where they need to be so as you walk to the fridge late night to grab a snack - your never walking on an unlit space, OH and auto sensor!
Thank you Cheri I'm beyond grateful for your attention to detail to make our much needed break a true experience.
Ron & Sydel
Sydel W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
I am humbled by your review of Encore. Thank you for your supremely kind words. I am so happy that you had such a serene and enjoyable stay!
This property is absolutely top notch!! Everything about renting this property was absolutely 5 star, and I would have given more stars if I could! The owner is wonderful to work with for starters!! The check in could not have been easier! When we arrived the home smelled so fresh and clean! Water was already in the coffee pot, a variety of coffee displayed in a basket, the lighting was perfect! It was such a nice welcome to enter into the beautiful property with certain lights on! It was lovely! The beds and linens are amazing and the towels smelled and felt super fluffed and fresh! 😁….. the location could not be beat! The view from the 4th floor was lovely! Very easy to get around watersound! Fabulous place to walk!! I honestly can’t say enough positive things about our stay at this property!! I will for SURE rent this property again! We have been coming to the 30a area for YEARS, but have never stayed at Watersound! This trip changed my entire trajectory for a beach vacation!! FABULOUS!!! Thank you so very much!! 💕
Frances Tyrone
Nashville, TN
Date of stay - October 2021
Frances T.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Frances, We are humbled by your review and so grateful for you taking such good care of Encore during your stay. Please come back again soon!!
Sometimes you never know what you’re gonna get, but with this property, our expectations were surpassed in every way. We’ve been traveling to 30A for years and finally feel like we found a secret location.
The beaches are of course amazing and so easy to get to from the condo. You can actually fill the golf cart provided up with the beach chairs, umbrellas and toys that are also provided, drive on the actual boardwalk right to the walkway down to the beach. it takes about five minutes to get there.
The condo is even bigger than it looks in the pictures and extremely nice and clean. It’s fully stocked if you wanna cook for yourself or you can walk right next-door to the pool and eat the best mahi sandwich you’ll have in your whole life at the Dunesider Grill. There are beautiful ocean views from all the windows and patios.
The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful, so nice to just wander around in. The Florida Fish House is accessible by bicycle, also provided, just out of the neighborhood to the left. You can also easily bike to areas like rosemary for lunch or dinner or shopping.
The big chill (a.k.a. The Hub) is right next-door and has an amazing little espresso and breakfast shop. So nice to jump on a quick bike ride and grab a delicious coffee everyone morning before a day on the beach.
Can’t say enough about this rental, but we finally had a stress free family beach vacation! Thank you!
Scott M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2024
Thank you Scott!!! What a comprehensive and thoughtful review. You hit all the things we love about Encore<3 I am so happy that you thoroughly enjoyed your time. -Cheers, Cheri
We stayed 4 days at Watersound Beach…2 adults and 2 teenagers. It was such an amazing trip. Check-in was incredibly easy…even in the dark of the night. I was pleasantly surprised when I first opened the door. The vaulted ceiling was amazing (certainly not your typical 2 bedroom condo). The bedrooms were separated on each side of the family room. Furnishings were beautiful…clean and bright! The kitchen had upgraded appliances and all the utensils we needed to cook meals. Bathrooms were large and the granite throughout the condo was amazing! The mattresses were super comfortable. Washer/dryer came in handy when my husband splashed the butter from his crab legs on his shirt. ;) The kids had bikes to ride around the neighborhood and down to the HUB where they could hang out and eat. The pool is right across from the building and is heated. We walked on the wooden paths to the beach everyday…takes less than 5 minutes. The condo has an ocean view and a deck where you can sit and watch the water. We drove down to Seaside a few times which took about 10 minutes and Publix is also in that vicinity. We noticed right from the beginning how quiet is was there. That is very hard to find anywhere else. This condo met all of our needs and we will definitely be back!!
Tracey G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2023
Thank you Tracey, You were a great communicator and a pleasure to host. Please do come again!
The property was beautiful, well maintained and had everything we could need. The host was responsive, helpful and kind. Beach and property was lovely. Would definitely return!
Christine L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Cheri
We fell in love with the 30A community almost 20 years ago and cannot stay away. It is a dream come true to offer these properties to our guests.
I hosted my first guests starting in 2019 @ Peach by the Beach located on 30A. Since then I have added 2 new (named after varieties of peaches) 🍑 Encore in Watersound Beach and Sun Haven in Panama City Beach. A new varietal is underway in Panama City Beach and will be available in 2023!
Why they chose this property
ENCORE is in Compass Point Way @ Watersound Beach, the best kept secret on 30A
What makes this property unique
Located in Compass Point Way Building 1 Private gated community Expansive 2.5 miles of private beach Unique boardwalks that lead to the beach Walking trails throughout the community Puttering Park located in the Watersound Community Children's Park located in the Watersound Community Quiet community tucked close to the Gulf Serene setting Natural Beauty everywhere Incredible views Luxury Property Use of Owners Golf Cart in the Community
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests