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Drift Away @Tidewater Beach Resort, Panama City, Florida
Snack & Tiki Bar
A bar area with a view of the sea, a high ceiling, and a modern interior design.
An outside hot tub joining each pool. Plus two hot tubs inside building.
A table with two green cocktail glasses on a deck overlooking the beach.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sparkling clean pool
    Guests appreciate the clean and well-maintained pool for a relaxing swim.
  • Indoor pool
    Enjoy year-round relaxation in the indoor pool — a rare find in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Panama City Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Place, Panama City Beaches
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell-Fields Pier
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk Bed Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Second

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor

Come enjoy the white sands of Panama City Beach at Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort.

A stroll on the beach, basking in the sun, and shopping nearby are all options at Drift Away @ Tidewater. This 1st floor beach-facing premium condo means no waiting for elevators and just a short stroll to the covered garage via an enclosed walkway.

Drift Away is a one bedroom condo featuring elegant colors and decor with full amenities at your fingertips. A king sized bed overlooks a stunning water view plus a set of bunk beds along with two full sized bathrooms found out sleeping for 4. Enjoy the amazing Gulf from our 150' private balcony, and inside, you'll find a spacious living room with entertainment, Wifi, a full kitchen, dining area and in-condo washer and dryer.

Occupancy is 4 but allowances may be made for young children/babies. Please message us with your request. 

At Tidewater, you'll enjoy 2 outdoor lagoon pools, an indoor heated pool, game room, Roman spa, sauna, hot tubs, outdoor grills, a restaurant with delivery service, tiki bar, Starbucks, Daiquiri bar, 4300 sqft gulf-front fitness center, full movie theater, beach service, gift shop, and more.

One of the top reasons to stay at Tidewater: it's location simply cannot be beaten: just west of Pier Park along Front Beach Rd. Forget trying to park in this popular location! It's just a short stroll to dining and activities.

Note that Tidewater is a smoke free facility. Smoking of any kind on the property will incur a $300 fee.

Pets/ESA are not allowed, and the minimum age to rent is 25.

Guests must preregister before arrival and pay the $35 registration fee (or register onsite for a $45 fee). Parking is limited to 2 vehicles.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Primary guest must be 25 to rent, be at the property for the duration of the stay, and sign a digital rental agreement after booking.
A $250 security hold will be placed on guest credit card. No smoking, parties, or pets/ESA. No more than 4 guests unless without approval.
Guests must preregister before arrival and pay a $25.00 registration fee. Parking is limited to 1 vehicle.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 45460
Property # 2496138vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this condo is on the beach. Pier Park and Thomas Drive are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Frank Brown Park and Shipwreck Island Waterpark. Consider Aaron Bessant Park for a night out or SkyWheel if you're travelling with kids. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, parasailing and windsurfing adventures can be found near the property.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Panama City Beaches - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pier Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Russell-Fields Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Frank Brown Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Panama City Beach Sailing - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marble Slab Creamery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ford’s Garage - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor?

As of 26 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor on 1 Nov 2026 start from £595, 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 Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Drift Away @ Tidewater Beach Resort - oceanfront premium location 1st floor located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Panama City Beaches and Pier Park. Frank Brown Park and Aaron Bessant Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarina C.

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

We loved the room. And the owner was super helpful and stayed in contact.

The best experience
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Sarina, gladly host you and your family again. You were awesome guest! Please come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Caring and communicative

Great property, host made sure we were doing great
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2024
Robert and family were awesome guests. A pleasure to have them. Welcome back anytime at my condo!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Perfect for our Girls Trip!

The condo was convenient being on the first floor & perfect for my girls, aunt & I. Beautifully decorated, clean & even had beach chairs for us to use! Dr Pat was very informative from the start until our departure! We will definitely stay here again!!❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2024
It was my pleasure and joy to host Angela and her lovely family. They treated my beach home like it was their very own. Can’t wait for their return. Thank you Angela , you are the best! Cheers
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra H.

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

Perfect Relaxation Spot

We love staying at Tidewater. This room has been our favorite it’s comfortable, convenient, clean, and has just extra touches to feel like home. The owner is very easy to contact and communicate with, and so pleasant to talk to. Loved our visit and can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Terra and family were such a joy and my pleasure to host. They are very welcome to return anytime. Thank you Terra and so happy ya’ll enjoyed your vacation time. Be blessed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna M.

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

Sister Trip

Floyd Beach Rental was easy to work with. Ms Pat kept me updated and checked in to see how our visit was going. Nice unit on 1st floor! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
Joanna and family were awesome 5* guest. She left my unit clean and tidy prior to leaving. Thank you Joanna, please come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Excellent

Our family had an amazing time! Dr. Pat was wonderful with keeping us updated and providing information to make our stay as easy as possible. The condo was cozy and very welcoming. Our family will definitely go again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
MH, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a joy and my pleasure to have you and your family. Hope to see you next year! Blessings!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie T.

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

the best

we have stayed at the summit and regency over the years and this room at Tidewater was the absolute best condo.very decorative condo clean the bed was awesome. best sleep i’ve had in a long time. the owner was so quick to respond to an concerns and updated us on the flags on the beach. will definitely be staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Christie and family were so easy to host, very kind, considerate, communication was great, and so proud she enjoyed her trip to Tidewater. Hope they will return soon. A joy to have them.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

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

Nice plae

wedding event
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Anita, thank you for coming to my beach home. It was my pleasure to serve as your host. Please come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

.Beach Anniversary

We thoroughly enjoyed both the condo and amenities at Tidewater,. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Our host Dr. Pat was second to none communicating all information needed from check in to departure and checking with us several times during our visit to insure all was to our satisfaction. A very enjoyable experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Jerry. It was my pleasure to serve as your host. Happy Anniversary! Please come again on your next visit! Blessings to the both of you! ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaToya M.

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

Amazing Location

Stay felt like a 2nd home. Clean view was amazing. What we may have forgotten there were items there to use. If we had questions they were answered in less than 30 min. Must stay and we will be returning to tis location. Best Location we have stayed in the 22yrs of our traditional family vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2022
LaToya, So happy you and your family have plans to stay again. It was so awesome to serve as your host. You were so easy to accommodate and left my home in excellent condition. Looking forward to you returning again to celebrate number 23. Thank you so much for coming and your kind remarks.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla E.

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

Excellent

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay!! Condo was very clean, and was well stocked with everything we needed. Definitely recommend to everyone. Pat is amazing to work with! Every host should be as accommodating and helpful as her!! We hope to return soon!! Thanks for making our mini-vacation so great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Kayla was an awesome guest. It was a joy and pleasure to be their host and looking forward to their return. Thanks Kayla for your kind words. Looking forward to the both of you returning soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

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

Beautiful condo

It was a wonderful condo with everything we needed. Owner was so easy to work with and quick to respond. I will say security at tidewater was rude but it was spring break weekend. Overall great place to stay. We will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2023
Amber and husband was so awesome to have as a guest at my beach home. I welcomed her to return again. Thank you Amber for coming and please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Amazing condo and the owner is awesome!

Very nice condo, well stocked, clean great location (I only used elevator when I got there to unload and when I left to load. I cannot say enough about Pat, very responsive, kind, easy to work with and just a truly kind and genuine joy. I have been coming to PCB for over 23 years and this was my best experience by far!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2022
Stephanie, if has been a joy to host you and your family. Thank you for your sweet remarks, the feeling is mutual. An honor to have in my beach home. Please come again soon. Cheers, Pat
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

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

Absolutely the best condo I have ever vacationed in. The view was excellent.

Dr Pat, the owner is a dream to work with. The property was immaculate as well as the view and the ease of getting into and out of the condo. I would recommend to anyone that wants a beautiful beach view to rent this condo. 1st floor makes it so easy to get to the beach or the parking garage. Inside the condo was nice and had everything you need for a Fantastic vacation. Thank you Dr Pat, it was a pleasure and hope to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
Jim and family were such a pleasure and joy to host in my beach home. I hope this awesome family will return again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valori C.

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

Drift Away is a Paradise !

Beautifully decorated and cared for condo in Panama City Beach. This unit is on the first floor (not ground) and was one flight of stairs to the beach and parking area. The elevators were a bit crowded due to the time of year we visited and the stairs were so convenient. The host, Pat, was super helpful and knowledgeable about everything in the surrounding area. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
Valori and family were awesome to host. I welcome them back anytime. So friendly and just a pleasure to chat with during their stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Perfection!!!!

We loved our 9 day stay in this condo! Dr. Pat was an amazing host! Communication was wonderful. The condo had everything we needed. Being on the first floor there was no need to wait for the elevator. One floor up for the parking garage and one floor down you are at the beach! The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again! Thank you Dr. Pat for the wonderful vacation!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great get away

The host was very friendly and accommodating. We let the host know of a recliner that a previous guest had broken just so that they were aware. We didn’t expect them to fix it while we were there, but it was repaired the next day. Beautiful view right on the beach. Comfortable accommodations and kitchen was well stocked for everything we needed. Beach supplies (chairs, boogie boards, floats, skimboards, etc) we’re a nice convenience to have as well. 5 out of 5 stars across the board from us, and definitely would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2023
Thank you Brian for being such an outstanding family to host in my beach home. I am so happy you and the family had an awesome vacation. Looking forward to having you again. Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

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

Tidewater Unit 112

Tidewater has revitalized me into shape. Walking, the gym, pools, hot tubs, sauna, steam roooms. The beach with it sounds, views and sunsets. I do LOVE this complex and your unit . No car or elevators needed for me At your first floor, unit 112. I can walk to everything, stores, restaurants, Pier Park with all its stores, restaurants, it’s really a huge outside mall. Complete with an adjacent park where one can run and walk for a couple miles around little ponds, Florida wildlife habitat and a veterans park. Tidewater is Safe, Secure, Clean, Friendly, Gym, numerous Pools & hot Tubs, it’s own movie theater. I Love it like you do! Thank you Dr Floyd.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Patrick was an absolutely awesome guest to have in my beach home. His communication skills were exceptional. Patrick, thank you for your kind remarks and I welcome you to return again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana S.

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

Best place yet!!

My family and I have been staying in Panama for years. I must say Dr. Pat was the best host I have ever had, very informative, and very quick to respond. The unit was nicely designed, the view was spectacular, it was on the first floor, not ground the first floor, it was so handy because we avoided elevators the entire time!! The unit was SUPER DUPER clean and nice, no sand on the floors or in the beds, couches etc…. everything was clean and available if you needed it. My kids and I enjoyed beach chairs, and all the sand toys, boogie boards that was provided, even a headlamp to hunt for crabs! My kids were in heaven. I loved this unit, I loved the communication with the renter. I will give this a 10 out of 10, and if you knew me you would know that I never rate things this good 😂 I was very satisfied and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2023
Thank you Briana for your kind remarks. It was my pleasure to host you and your wonderful family. So glad that you enjoyed your time spent at Tidewater, the amenities and my beach home. So happy to have you. Looking forward to having you again soon! Cheers!
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna G.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2025
Donna, I apologize that you did not find your parents stay at my condo as a 5* rating. My communication with you during their stay was very positive. My ratings for my condos are well known for 5* ratings. Sorry, you did not share with me what I could have improved during your parents stay that would have been a 5* rating. Thank you again for booking your parents for 2 nights at my unit, 112. Hopefully, your parents will come again and let me know prior to their arriving what I can do to improve their visit. We seek to please our guests and offer the very best service that we can so their time at Tidewater is exceptional.

About the host

Hosted by Dr. Pat Floyd

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Welcome to my beach home on the beautiful Emerald Coast beaches of Panama City Beach. I am a retired educator/professor with 45 years of teaching experience in the classroom: K-12 and college/university levels. I own the BAMA Belties Farm (Belted Galloway) in Luverne, Al.

What makes this property unique

Tidewater is unmatched in location and amenities. From numerous pools, the restaurant, tiki bar, game room, grills, fitness center and more, you'll have all you need for a memorable vacation.

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