Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Other Space 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Other Space 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12
Almost Heaven is a charming residential property nestled in the beautiful community of Watersound, FL. This exceptional home presents a remarkable opportunity to stay where coastal charm and luxurious living harmoniously converge in an exquisite slice of paradise. Located in the sought-after Watersound neighborhood, residents enjoy a serene and laid-back atmosphere with stunning natural surroundings.
Included is use/access to the separate carriage house on the property with bedding for 4. Sleeping capacity of 12 includes carriage house occupancy.
The main residence features a thoughtfully designed layout with modern amenities and high-end finishes. The interior boasts spacious living areas, including a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and a stylish dining area perfect for entertaining guests. The living room provides a comfortable space to relax, with large windows that fill the room with natural light and offer picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. The master suite is a private retreat, offering a luxurious escape with its spa-like bathroom and ample closet space. Three additional bedrooms and a bunk room provide versatility for accommodating family or guests, each designed with comfort and relaxation in mind.
As you step into the Carriage House, you'll be greeted by a bright and airy living area that features comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a convenient sleeper sofa that can accommodate two additional guests. The space seamlessly flows into a fully-equipped kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and all the necessary utensils and cookware to whip up delicious meals. The bedroom of this Carriage House is furnished with a comfortable queen-size bed, ensuring a good night's sleep after a fun-filled day exploring the area. The bathroom is modern and features a shower/tub combo.
Watersound itself is a captivating coastal community known for its pristine beaches and untouched natural beauty. Residents have access to exclusive amenities, including private beach access, swimming pools, and walking trails. The community's commitment to preserving the environment allows residents to enjoy a tranquil and idyllic setting.
In addition to the breathtaking scenery, Watersound offers convenient proximity to local shops, restaurants, and recreational activities. The area is renowned for its outdoor adventures, such as fishing, boating, and golfing, ensuring there is always something to explore and enjoy.
*Four complimentary bikes included, explore the neighborhood with ease!
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (SLEEPS 12) Main House • Master Bedroom, 1st Floor: 1 King • Guest Bedroom 1, 1st Floor: 1 Queen • Guest Bedroom 2, 2nd Floor: 1 Queen • Guest Bedroom 3, 2nd Floor: 1 Queen • Loft, 3rd Floor: 1 Twin over Twin Bunk Carriage House • Master Bedroom: 1 Queen • Living Room: 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa
*Please note that the garage is not available for guest use.
Blue Swell Vacation Rentals is a boutique property management company that specializes in top-of-the-line, luxury beach rentals from PCB, 30A, and Destin. Our loyal guests come back year after year because of the exclusive homes and condos we offer as well as the excellent service we provide. Our keyless entry, premier linens with 300 thread count sheets, plush towels, and high-end starter supplies are just the beginning of the convenient amenities we provide for every guest. Most importantly, Blue Swell’s phone service allows our guests to experience the best vacation ever with less stress. It is always a SWELL day at the beach!
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Frequently asked questions
Does Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12 on 13 Aug, 2026 start from S$393, 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 Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Almost Heaven in Watersound Proper INCLUDES Carriage House! Bedding for 12 located?
Located in WaterSound Beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Deer Lake State Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Alys Beach. Seacrest Beach and Camp Creek Lake are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Prime location with big house.
Josiah M.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your review!
We’re so glad you enjoyed the prime location and the spacious layout of the home. It’s great to hear that the size and setting helped make your stay more enjoyable.
We’d love to host you again on your next visit!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Terri F.
11 Mar, 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house was very "worn" and in need of upgrades to the kitchen and common areas primarily. Cooking pots and pans were terrible. Furniture in living areas was uncomfortable, poorly laid out and not appealing at all. Outdoor BBQ area and chairs were terribly dirty and we had to clean them all in order to use them.Swell (management co) did not give the gate our information in order to access the unit. Several calls were necessary to get onto the property - not just for us, but for all those in our party.
Good stay! Couple things broken when we got there but maintenance was quick to fix.
Cameron B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you had a good stay and that our maintenance team was able to quickly address the issues. We’d love to host you again!
The property was clean and the rental agency was easy to work with! Overall great location. Definitely amazing value considering the neighborhood the house is in!
Andy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2025
Thank you for your great review! We're so glad to hear that the property was clean and that working with the rental agency was a smooth experience. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the location and felt the house provided amazing value. We’d love to host you again in the future!
We had a wonderful experience! Any issues that arose the property managers quickly fixed. Will stay again!
Kate S.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
maggie m.
6 Apr, 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We just returned from our stay at 45 Founders from March 28 through April 4, 2026. While the location and a few features were great, we were disappointed with a number of issues we experienced during our visit. I wanted to share them so they can be addressed and so the listing accurately reflects the current condition of the property for future guests.Concerns during our stay:• Dining chairs were mismatched, had no cushion to seat and unstable • Dining table was very dark and heavily scratched. • Living room couches appear worn and covered with unattractive, dirty covers. • Much of the furniture and artwork felt inconsistent with the quality of the neighborhood, exterior, kitchen, and bathrooms. • Wood floors had noticeable large scratches. • Carpenter bees were actively burrowing into porch furniture and need attention. • Porch was not swept prior to arrival and had leaves and debris. • Blinds by the driveway entrance was broken. • Beach chairs were rusty and in poor condition. It would be helpful to provide usable chairs and an umbrella. • Light bulbs throughout the home were very bright and fluorescent. Warmer lighting would create a more comfortable atmosphere. • Placement of the second refrigerator in the laundry room felt awkward and not thoughtfully integrated. • Bunk beds appeared unstable. The top bunk did not seem suitable for anyone over about 100 pounds.Positives:• The kitchen and master bedroom were very nice. • The location was great
Took a trip with our family in June. First big trip with our 10 month old granddaughter. Loved having the carriage house for them. Very nice. Great quiet neighborhood. Access to the beach was better than expected.
Property was located in a quiet lovely neighborhood not far from stores. Pool and beach was in walking distance. Very nice and spacious home. Will definitely book again
MIRIAM W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the quiet neighborhood, the convenience of nearby stores, and the proximity to the pool and beach. It’s great to know that the home was spacious and met your needs. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Overall this was a great place. It’s in a great community and we felt like we almost had a private beach. But, I think it’s time for a refresh. The dining room chairs desperately need to be replaced. The middle of the chair is completely worn out and you sink as soon as you sit. Pots and pans have been well used and could be replaced. All the walls and other surfaces could use a refresh. I am not unhappy I stayed here; we had a great time. I just think a little updating would be a great idea.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed the great community and near-private beach feel, as well as your overall stay. We appreciate your feedback regarding the dining chairs, kitchenware, and general updates, and we’ll share it with the owner to help improve future stays. We’d love the opportunity to host you again!
We had a wonderful time. House was clean and Blue Swell staff answered questions immediately and were easy to get ahold of. There are a few things in the house that need updating. The ice maker didn’t work, the microwave only worked some of the the time, a squirrel came down the fireplace and the A/C downstairs didn’t get very cold but all in all, we had a great time and would recommend!!
Melissa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
13 Oct, 2024
30A stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Large house that our group easily stayed in. Walk to beach is no problem. Swimming pool is great for adults and kids. A couple of locks did not lock but the area is extremely safe with guarded gate to enter neighborhood. Close to restaurants and walk to bike rentals. Be nice if beach towels were provided. Recommend this property to 30A guests.
Kevin H.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that your group had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the pool and proximity to the beach. We appreciate your feedback regarding the locks and the suggestion for beach towels; we’ll definitely take that into consideration. It’s great to know you felt safe and were able to easily explore the area. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Dan L.
29 May, 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Family reunion
The property was in disrepair with many problems and outside areas dirty and poorly furnished. The upstairs air conditioning was broken the first night. The furniture was not adequate for "12" guests as advertised. The kitchen was poorly furnished with few utensils, dirty and old, scratched up non stick pots and pans, hodge podge of various glasses and cups, the gas range was malfunctioning, the ice maker did not work, the floor had sharp broken tiles and splintering "wood flooring" with protruding nails. Probably the worst place I have ever stayed, and I actually own a high end short term rental, and understand the guest expectations, at this premium price point. The management company Blue Swell is just not acceptable. Poor communication with the property security. I typically don't complain about my short term rentals, but most of the 30 adults in our group, renting other comparable houses in the Watersound community felt I should communicate my issues.
Dan L.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lvonne B.
27 Feb, 2024
Great Location-Gated-Safe-Fully Equipped Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This home was very clean, simply decorated, fresh bedding, nicely equipped kitchen. Gated and easy to get to the beach. We had 14 people, the biggests Pros - It was very clean and roomy. Access to boardwalks, community pool & playground was super easy. Bruno's pizza is across the street. The Cons that we ran into - Dining table only seated 6 people - we ate in shifts, which worked out okay, but would have preferred to have had seating for 8 adults. If TV is your thing - the bedrooms to my knowledge are not smart tv's - but the living room was a smart tv. last Con is the parking. 1 space on street - we had 4 vehibles so we juggled 3 cars around when peoole needed to leave for awhile. I have stayed inside of the Watersound Community more than a dozen times. This home meets all the citeria we needed as a large family and would recommend this home to others. Note to all renters: Enjoy the porches -- They were wonderful and there are a few to enjoy! Also, carriage house was nicely equipped with everything we needed.
The house was beautiful, however, the management company was misleading on which amenities would be available for us. They sent several door codes to different areas. Only for us to find out (when the kids got stuck in an area) that we had key fobs for access and in fact were not allowed access to things such as tennis courts. Security was not very friendly when we were inquiring about the fobs. We were only given two key fobs for 14 guests. When I asked to have one or two more, I was told by the management company that they were very expensive and we just needed to “follow each other around” for the trip.
Some in our party though the beds were not comfortable. The ice maker and freezer did not work. Maintenance came out but was unable to repair it. The door on the microwave was broken. Maintenance unable to repair that either.
We had to throw out food from the freezer.
We were not given a code to access the key to the carriage house. Had to contact management company in order to get that code. (Thank goodness it was before 5:00 pm).
The walk to the beach was shorter than described and quite pleasant. The neighborhood is beautiful.
Susannah B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your stay. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the beauty of the house, the neighborhood, and the convenient walk to the beach. However, we deeply regret that your experience with the management company did not meet your expectations.
We sincerely apologize for the confusion regarding the amenities and access codes. Providing clear and accurate information is a priority, and we’re sorry for the miscommunication about key fobs and access to certain areas. The issue with limited key fobs for your group is concerning, and we’ll work with the property management team to find a more guest-friendly solution moving forward.
We’re also sorry to hear about the maintenance issues with the ice maker, freezer, and microwave, as well as the inconvenience of having to discard food. While maintenance attempted repairs, we understand this fell short of resolving the issues. Your feedback has been shared with the property owner to prioritize these repairs for future guests.
Lastly, we apologize for the oversight in providing timely access to the carriage house. This is something we will review to ensure a smoother process in the future.
Thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve, and we hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide a better experience in the future.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kelly S.
13 Mar, 2024
house good, neighborhood great location and quiet
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was good, the furnishings, bedding and decor was cheep, but house itself very nice and there was enough kitchen supplies for cooking. Loved the quiet pretty neighborhood. Could not use the top bunk unless you have a child under 100 pounds, so we could not use it. Pool rules ridiculous that a big 4 year old has to wear a diaper in the pool and we were there a week and the pool restaurant was NEVER open selling food. We did go to the pizza place and it was great. Easy access to the door code. The house was very clean with towels tied up nice, although outside porches were full of pollen and dust and no clean places to sit. Good parking access for 2 cars, maybe 3. The rental co. called once when we were out shopping to tell us that we only had 15 minutes to remove the towels from the front porch or we would get a fine! I had no idea it was against the rules as I look back through the paperwork and still do not see it written anywhere in the paperwork. Maybe instead of a threatening 15 min fine call, a call to remove them when we had a chance would have been nice of them so we did not have to cut our shopping trip short and rush back and take the towels off the metal bar (that we thought was put up for towels, what else would the bar on top of the railing be for?). Also, there was no code listed for the gate house lock box in the paperwork, so we sat outside trying to call someone before I finally guessed the code, then later they responded with a text with the code. The only other thing is that they need 2 outside trashcans, 1 is just not big enough for a large party. I absolutely loved the small carriage house, it was perfect for one or two people, had a full small kitchen with tiny dishwasher, tiny refrigerator, tiny oven and all. Overall it was a great week and we would definitely stay in the neighborhood again, not necessarily in this house.
Kelly S.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2024
Your feedback means a lot to our team. Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review! We have made note of the mentioned items for future guests. We look forward to seeing you again.