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Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A

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Beautiful and different sunsets every evening.
You're here for the water, so relax and enjoy!
View in the Fall.
December view of the sunset.
Front of house from Paradise Lakes Road.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

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Chipley, FL

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest/Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A

Three bedroom, two bath, beautiful home on Lake Dunford, aka Paradise Lake.
Tremendous, picturesque views of the Florida sunsets. Fishing, canoeing, row boating, swimming and paddle boarding on the lake.
Quiet and peaceful lake and surrounding area. Several other large lakes in the immediate vacinity.
Only 30 to 45 minutes away from some of the best beaches in the world, the beaches of 30A, like Panama City, Rosemary, Grayton, Destin, etc.
Get the best of both worlds, beautiful spring fed lake, fresh water and the beautiful beaches within an easy drive of this home.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1672628vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chipley

Located in Chipley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucas Lake and Red Oak Island. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Chipley, FL

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dee's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Holmes Creek Pizza and Pasta Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Three Oaks Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 79 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Jacket's Nest - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home, beautiful setting, only 30 minutes drive from the Beaches of 30A located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Lucas Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Red Oak Island and Sun Lake. Memorial Field and Holmes County Public Library are also within 20 miles (32 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 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property!! It was our 2nd time and better than the 1st time!! We highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
Thanks Tim. We appreciate your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth and George N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very comfortable, clean, had everything we needed, was a quiet neighborhood, very relaxing. And the host answered all my questions very promptly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb, 2026
Thanks Elizabeth. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at the Lake House. You will always be welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Lake Experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2025
Tim, thank you for your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Lake House Retreat

For my wife and I it’s a great and relaxing retreat that’s close to family and friends. House felt like home, we loved the view in the back sun room and the covered dock was awesome.
Taking my 86 year old dad out fishing!
Family visiting from nearby Lynn Haven
Sunset from dock
Moon reflection from dock
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Thanks Paul. We're here now and we agree with your assessment! You all are always welcome back. Don and Pam, Hosts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn B.

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

Best place in the panhandle

We love the neighborhood, the lake and the house. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr, 2025
Thanks Quinn! I hope you caught your fill of fish! : )
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinn B.

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

Wonderful stay

Awesome house. The lake is beautiful and the house was clean and comfortable. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar, 2025
Thanks Quinn. We'll see you soon. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott & Linda N.

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

Our Chipley Go to place

The owners of this place go over and above. We have stayed here 3 times (possibly 4). Would not consider another place if wanting to stay in this area.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli c.

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

Astounding

We felt at home the second we walked through the door. The house was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. The beds must have been made out of clouds, because they were unbelievably comfortable. The location was fantastic, and the lake view was stunning! We will absolutely be staying here on our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
Kelli, Thanks for that awesome review. You all are welcome back anytime. Thanks again. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

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

Absolutely Beautiful Home!

This home is beautiful inside and out! We really enjoyed our stay! We had everything we needed for the week we were there! We will definitely be doing this again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
Ryan, Thanks so much for your awesome review! Please come back and visit us again soon. Don and Pam, Hosts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas R.

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

Great get away

Excellent place to stay. Private, on the lake for fishing and swimming. Just up the road from Cypress Springs and Boat Lake swim park. Owners of the property were great to work with. Will definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2023
Dallas, Thanks for your awesome review. We're always glad to share our Lake House and are so glad you all enjoyed it and the lake as much as we do. Please come back. Thanks Dallas
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Awesome place to stay

Brought the entire family for vacation here. Beautiful house and setting on the lake. Great dock to fish from. Quite neiborhood. Just a great place to relax and have fun
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Kevin, thanks for your review. We're glad your family enjoyed their visit at the lake. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dick M.

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

GREAT PLACE TO JUST RELAX

What a great place to stay and enjoy northern Florida! We were there for a month and enjoyed it very much. The home is very well maintained with ample room and is stocked with all of the necessary cooking utensils and dishes that you might need. The lake view and sunsets are fantastic and beautiful. Would very much consider visiting again!
Stayed 32 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property! The house was easy to find and the lake was beautiful. The home itself was clean and inviting. We loved the sun room / porch area! It is in a rural area and it was very quiet. I liked the security of being in a gated community. The location was perfect for Seacrest Wolf (about 10 mins). Its about 50 mins from Panama City Beach. We loved our time here and would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye S.

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

Met our need perfectly.

Nice, clean, spacious, well equipped and conveniently located to visit our various family members in nearby locations. Answers to our questions were prompt and helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks Faye. We appreciate your comments. Sorry for the delay in my response, I was out of town this last week. Have a great holiday season! Don and Pam Vaughan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brinda C.

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

Our 2nd stay

We stayed here several years ago and it’s still a great place to stay. The home is conveniently located north of the PCB crowds and near several lovely State parks. However, you can sit on the dock and enjoy watching the fish jump or take the jon boat out on the beautiful lake. Immaculately clean and well supplied, I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2024
Thanks Brinda. You all are awesome guests. You not only enjoy the lake house the way we do, but you always take care of it like it's your own. Thank you. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Very relaxing and peaceful

We had a lovely time. We stayed here on 2 different occasions, and plan on returning again. Beautiful setting, quiet, relaxing and a perfect home for family. The boat dock on the lake is the ideal place to watch the sunset. The owner Don has always been more than helpful. And look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2023
Meredith and family. Thanks so much for the very nice review. We look forward to hosting you all again sometime in the future. Thanks again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Everything is like Brand New

The house and furnishings are extremely well maintained and the kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2020
Steven, Thanks for your review. We're glad you all enjoyed your visit with us. We hope to see you again in the future. Don and Pam Vaughan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorna R.

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

Great

Very well kept .I only wish that we had a TV in each bedroom.but I will return for another vacation thanks Don .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2023
Thanks Lorna. We've thought about televisions in each room but so many guests use their devices to stream shows, etc. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us. We do hope you decide to come back again. Don
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

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

Beautiful lake house

House was more than what I expected. It was clean it had everything we needed to clean, cook, and spend some time with family. The backyard view was just fabulous. No words can express the great time we had in this property. Thank you for giving us a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2022
Thanks Judith for your very nice review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at the lake house. Don and Pam Vaughan
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina G.

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

Super relaxing time

Everything went smoothly. The place is perfect for a relaxing time. It was just my husband and I and two of our sons. We took great pictures at the lake. They enjoyed getting in it... I was the designated photographer :) Not far from the beach. We hD an amazing time!!! We will definitely go back. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov, 2020
Thanks Cristina for the great review. Hearing that your family enjoyed the lake is one of the main reasons we share our lake house. You’re always welcome back anytime. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

Our Home Away From Home

We absolutely love this lakefront home! We’ve stayed here twice while visiting family in the area, and each time has been wonderful. The property is beautifully maintained and offers everything you could want for a relaxing getaway. The view of the lake is stunning, especially at sunrise and sunset, and we love starting each day with coffee in the Florida room. The home itself is cozy, spotless, and stocked with thoughtful touches—from board games to kitchen essentials. The layout is perfect for family gatherings, with spacious common areas and comfortable bedrooms. The private dock is fantastic for swimming, fishing, and kayaking. The owners are incredibly responsive and accommodating, making sure every detail is covered for a seamless stay. We look forward to returning every time we’re in the area—it really feels like a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2024
Bonnie, Thanks for such an awesome review. It's crazy, but that's exactly how we feel about being at the lake. It never gets old! You all have been great guests and we want you to know that we appreciate you all. Don and Pam
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie F.

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

Chipley Lakehouse

Was exactly as advertised. Pictures are accurate. Distance to Panama City was a little longer than anticipated. We drove to PCB twice each day. The lake was just beautiful though, wish we had more time to have fished it, but 3-4 hrs a day on the road to and from PCB takes a lot of the day. No restaurants in Chipley. I recommend this stay, however, it was nice to get away from the chaos of the beach. The neighborhood was very nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2021
Eddie, The traffic must have been heavy, it typically only takes us around 45 minutes to an hour to get to most of the beaches of 30A. We're going to have to have more instructions on the best places to eat.....Chipley has some very good restaurants......obviously Panama City and Lynn Haven have more. Thanks for your review. You and your family are always welcome back......spend some time on the lake next time! : ) Keep smiling! Don and Pam, Hosts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lakehouse

Overall, we enjoyed use of the property. The space was big enough for our small family to be in separate areas enjoying different things. We loved the Florida room overlooking the lake! The dock was a hit and my son finally caught his first fish off of it! I used the kitchen for every meal and everything I needed for cooking was there. We truly enjoyed nature in all aspects and didn't turn on the TV once. We had one issue, checking in. I believe it to be a one off and cannot foresee it happening again but our access code did not work the first night and we ended up staying in a hotel since we could not make contact. Don was extremely accommodating to our issue, paying for our loss and even offering an additional night at no cost. Like I told him, we are human and everyone makes mistakes. While frustrating, it did not impact the activities we had planned for our extended weekend. Lastly, it's a bit far out from any stores so if you're used to just hopping in a car and running around the corner for something, you should plan accordingly. But that's a part of getting away, the quiet atmosphere and pure relaxation! Thank you Don and Pam for allowing us to stay in your home. We did our absolute best at ensuring we "left if better than we found it"! This property did not disappoint!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2021
Heather, Thanks so much for your review. You just had to let everyone know I messed up! : ) I am really sorry I had forgotten to put your code in the lock! But, in the end, I'm glad you enjoyed the lake house and the lake. That's really exciting that your son caught his first fish! We are truly glad that others get to enjoy the lake as much as we do. You and your family will always be welcome back. Note: They are getting ready to put a Dollar General Marketplace store in less than 5 minutes drive from us. Thanks again for the awesome review. Don and Pam, Hosts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith C.

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

Visiting my son and wife

I rented this very comfortable home to visit my son and wife for 2 weeks. It was very clean and well stocked. They live near by, but this made it more comfortable for all. The home is lovely, and sits on a very calming lake. The neighborhood is very quiet and great for walking. I will definitely return for my next visit. The owners were very attentive and available if needed. It was a great experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing stay

Location is wonderful. Close enough to drive to the beach or just hang on the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2022
Thanks so much for your review. We enjoy being so close to the beach that we can spend the morning at the beach and the evening at the lake. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Don and Pam, Hosts

About the host

Hosted by Donald Vaughan

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We're the Vaughan Family. We currently reside in Southern Ohio.

My wife grew up in Marianna Florida, I grew up in Southern Ohio in a little town called Middleport.

Pam is a Speech Therapist for a local hospital and I have an Insurance Agency in our small town.

Why they chose this property

Pam has always wanted to have a home close to the town she grew up in.

We love the beach but we also love the freshwater of a lake.

We chose this home primarily because of the beauty of the lake is and it's location between Marianna and Panama City Beach.

What makes this property unique

We have a row boat, canoe and some paddle boards.

But even if you're not a water person or a fisherman, the lake offers you a peaceful surrounding.

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