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Carillon Beach 18 - Sweet Retreat in Panama City Beach

Beautiful, dog-friendly home with shared pools & complimentary beach chairs

10 guests
3 bedrooms
6 beds
3 baths

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

Overview

Located just a short walk from the beach, this Carillon Beach cottage is roomy enough for a large family or travel group. Enjoy the open living room with high ceilings, a flat screen TV, mood-setting fireplace, and sleeper sofa on the main floor. The first floor also features a dining area with seating for six and a stunning kitchen with a breakfast bar, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Relax outside on the screened-in porch or soak up the sun on the sundeck. Guests will also have access to various shared amenities including swimming pools plus tennis and basketball courts.

Just four miles from this rental is Pier Park, where guests can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment options for all ages. Explore the outdoors at Camp Helen State Park, located only a mile down the highway. For your dining pleasure, Edwards Fine Food & Wine, the Cowgirl Kitchen, and the Havana Beach Bar & Grill are all within three miles of this home.

THINGS TO KNOW
Golf Carts are not permitted unless they are rented through Coastal Cars and Carts.
The office is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located on Carillon Market Street for guest assistance.

Permit Number

DWE1306605

Other things to note

Pets are welcome at this property for an additional pet fee of $200 per stay. Please add your pet during the booking process or contact us prior to arrival so the fee can be applied.

Sleeping Arrangements

Living room 1

1 sofa bed

Bedroom 1

1 king bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen bed, 1 single bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen bed, 1 single bed

Amenities

Air conditioning
BBQ grill
Beach
Bed linens
Blender
Cable TV
Coffee maker
Communal pool
Dishwasher
Dryer
Dryer in common space
Hair dryer
Hangers
Heating
Hot water
Ice maker
Indoor fireplace
Internet
Iron
Kitchen
Long term stays allowed
Outdoor pool
Oven
Paid parking
Patio or balcony
Pets allowed
Resort
Resort access
Stove
Swimming pool
TV
Towels provided
Washer
Washer in common space
Wireless internet

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4.9

See what guests are saying

Nestled in charming, gated Carillon Beach just steps from the sand, Sweet Retreat receives praise for its spotless, well‑appointed cottage layout, comfortable beds, screened porches and balconies, and easy access to pools, tennis, shops and daily beach‑chair service; guests highlight a well‑equipped kitchen, plentiful towels, family‑ and pet‑friendly conveniences (wagons, bikes), responsive hosts, and a peaceful, secure neighborhood that keeps them returning year after year.

AI-generated from guest reviews for this property

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4 stars

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Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

August 2026

The property was exactly as described, beautiful and quiet. Walk to the beach was short. We had a good time. The only issue was contacting the host (Avari) immediately after we arrived about a water leak on the property. They did not respond as they stated they would and had to contact them again trying to explain the seriousness of the issue. After that they sent someone who repaired the problem. Damage was already done sadly.

Avari response:

We’re so glad to hear that you found our property beautiful and enjoyed the quiet atmosphere, David. It’s great that the short walk to the beach added to your experience.

We truly apologize for the delay in our response regarding the water leak. We understand how important it is to address issues promptly, and we appreciate your patience as we worked to resolve it. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will use it to improve our communication moving forward.

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.

Anonymous Review from Airbnb

August 2026

Loved our stay at Carillon Beach!
This place was perfect for a quick beach getaway. The location in Carillon Beach is super peaceful and laid-back, and being just a short walk from the private beach access made daily beach trips totally hassle-free.
The house was super clean, bright, and comfy, with plenty of space to stretch out and relax. We loved hanging out on the deck in the evenings, and having a well-stocked kitchen made grabbing easy meals and snacks a breeze. The neighborhood itself is awesome—really quiet, safe, and close to great pools and spots to walk around.
The host was super friendly, quick to reply, and made check-in and check-out totally seamless.
Would definitely stay here again next time we're in the area!

Avari response:

Thank you, Susana, for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you found our home at Carillon Beach to be the perfect spot for your beach getaway. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the convenience of being just a short walk from the private beach access.

We take pride in maintaining a clean and comfortable space, so it’s heartwarming to hear that you felt right at home. The evenings on the deck and the ease of using the well-stocked kitchen are definitely highlights for many of our guests.

Our team is always here to ensure a seamless experience, and we’re glad you felt well taken care of. We would love to welcome you back for another stay whenever your travels bring you to the area again!

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

June 2026

Great place

Avari response:

Thank you, Kyle, for your kind words about your stay with us. We're thrilled to hear that you found our place to be great. It’s our goal to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for all our guests, and it sounds like we hit the mark during your visit.

We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful experience. Your comfort and satisfaction mean the world to us!

Erik D

November 2025

This is the second time we have stayed at Sweet Retreat. This house is in a great neighborhood, 2 minute walk to the beach, house is well maintained by the owners and is extremely affordable for the location. Carillon Beach is a beautiful gated community with 4 pools, a beautiful private beach and has amazing charm. We have been going to Carillon Beach for the last 5 years and wouldnt go anywhere else on 30A.

Terry W

September 2025

My wife, adult daughter and I spent the first week in September at Sweet Retreat, in Carillon and we had an amazing time! The home is modest, but clean and in the cute little cottages section of the community. We were able to take our small dog, which made it even better. Fairly close access to Walkover #1, though we did end up renting a golf cart, to make hauling things to the beach a bit easier. The Carillon community itself is lovely and - in spots - stunning! It's gated, extremely well maintained and the homes are mostly meticulous in appearance. We've stayed all along the Florida Panhandle (from Destin to Rosemary Beach), through the years and Carillon jumped to the top of the list as our favorite location!! We loved our time at Carillon and look forward to many future trips!

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Beautiful, dog-friendly home with shared pools & complimentary beach chairs

Overview

Permit Number

Permit Number

Other things to note

Sleeping Arrangements

Living room 1

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Amenities

Your new corner of the world

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Reviews

See what guests are saying

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

Anonymous Review from Airbnb

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

Erik D

Terry W

Contact local support

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