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Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat!

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with water park

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A heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
Located close to Carillon Beach, Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat! provides a water park, a garden and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms455 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat!

Welcome to “The Crest”, an extraordinary 5-bedroom Gulf-front estate in the exclusive gated community of Carillon Beach. Proudly offered by Warren Beach Rentals, the most trusted name in Carillon Beach luxury homes, this masterpiece sets a new standard for coastal elegance. Perfectly positioned on one of the most private stretches of shoreline, The Crest captures breathtaking Gulf views from nearly every room. Designed by acclaimed architect Gary Justiss, this residence combines timeless architectural beauty with sophisticated coastal style—crafted to delight even the most discerning guests.


✨ A Home Designed for Luxury & Comfort

The Crest offers the perfect blend of elegance and privacy with four beautifully appointed bedrooms in the main home, plus a separate guest house featuring its own living area, kitchen, bunk room, and spacious bedroom. Ideal for multi-generational families or groups of friends, this setup allows everyone to gather together while still enjoying their own space.


Panoramic Gulf Views – Wake up to the sound of waves and take in sweeping ocean vistas from private balconies and patios.
Private Beach Boardwalk – Step directly from your porch onto the sugar-white sands of the Emerald Coast.
Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen – Outfitted with Thermador, Wolf, and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, and a spacious island for gathering.
Elegant Living Areas – Open-concept design featuring Pecky cypress beams, a gas fireplace, a formal dining area, and a wet bar for evening cocktails.
Serene Primary Retreat – Gulf-front suite with private balcony, spa-inspired bath, walk-in closet, and coffee bar—your own personal sanctuary.
Private Elevator – Effortless access between the main living levels.
Covered Outdoor Lounges – Relax and savor unforgettable Gulf sunsets from multiple shaded terraces.


🌴 About Carillon Beach

Carillon Beach is a private, gated coastal community nestled on the quiet west end of Panama City Beach. Known for its charming architecture, walkable village layout, and peaceful atmosphere, Carillon offers a rare blend of luxury and laid-back coastal living. Enjoy nearly a half-mile of pristine, private beachfront, three community pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, and a beautiful lakefront park. The quaint downtown area features a café, restaurants, wine bar, spa, fitness center, and boutique shops — all just a short stroll or golf cart ride away.

Adjacent to Lake Powell, one of Florida’s rare coastal dune lakes, Carillon Beach also offers opportunities for paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing. With 30A and Rosemary Beach just minutes away, you’ll be perfectly positioned to explore the best of the Emerald Coast while returning each evening to your own peaceful seaside retreat. Carillon Beach — where timeless coastal charm meets modern comfort.


💡 Things to Know

Carillon HOA requires a 35.00 parking pass for each vehicle for the week
You must be at least 28 years old to rent this home.
Direct Oceanfront | Private Beach Walkway
Parking: 4 Cars Max (HOA pass $35/vehicle)
Check-in 4 PM | Check-out 10 AM (CST)
$1,000 Refundable Damage Deposit


📜 House Rules

No Smoking or vaping
No Parties
Free WiFi
No Pets


🌅 Experience Luxury on the Gulf

With its breathtaking views, top-tier amenities, and unmatched location, “The Crest” is the ultimate Carillon Beach retreat — where every stay feels like a dream come true!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

All guests must fill out the guest contact form and sign guest rental agreement after booking. We can provide a copy prior to booking if requested.
Some Properties require a security deposit or credit card hold that will be applied to the card on file a day before arrival.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Events considered with prior approval. Additional

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Events considered with prior approval. Additional
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Panama Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Carillon Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Camp Helen State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Alys Beach - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Pier Park - 13 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Idyll Hound Proper - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shades Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shaka Sushi And Noodle Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Bill's Crab House - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat! have a pool?

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

Is Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Discover 'The Crest,' Your Carillon Beach Retreat! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sunnyside holiday home is just steps away from Carillon Beach and Panama City Beaches. Powell Lake and Camp Helen State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Corey D.

Carillon Beach is a must stay!!

Absolutely stunning Gulf-front home in Carillon Beach! The house was spotless, beautifully furnished, and just steps from the sand. Peaceful, private, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Warren Beach Rentals was fantastic—professional, responsive, and easy to work with. We loved every minute and can’t wait to come back!
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10/10 Excellent

John M.

Carillon Beach 10/10!

Our stay in this beautiful Gulf-front home in Carillon Beach was unforgettable! The views were absolutely stunning, and the home was clean, well-equipped, and located in a peaceful, private community. Warren Beach Rentals made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

The Best at the Crest!

we had such a great time at this home. It was really a blessing to be able to stay there with our family. The house is just as pictured if not better. It’s a truly unique home with a lot of really custom features, not just a cookie cutter box on the beach! The views were fantastic and you just cannot beat Carillon or Warren Beach Rentals. The Crest is an absolute treasure.

10/10 Excellent

rich m.

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

Beautiful experience 100% expectations met

We had. Wonderful stay. The house was absolutely gorgeous and perfect for our family. It was very clean and fresh and very well maintained and stocked. I highly recommend this house for your family and friends. If you have high expectations and demand a quality experience then you will be rewarded here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

zech w.

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

Best House On Gulf!

This is by far the best house I've stayed in on the Gulf. The neighborhood of Carillon is so thought out and has everything you could want - Gulf-Front private pool, tennis and basketball courts, food, shopping, it has it all! I was so happy to have stayed here. The views were amazing and the house is absolutely incredible. It has so much space for everybody to hang out, the kitchen is massive, the living spaces are huge, and the carriage house was perfect for our family. Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

wonderful week with my parents at the beach

This home was absolutely ideal for a surprise getaway for my parents anniversary. We were able to get four generations of our family in the home all with plenty of space. The kids love the upstairs playroom and we absolutely enjoyed sitting on the balconies looking at the water this time of year. It is so crystal clear it’s hard to tell where the water stops in the sand begins! 10 stars and we will be back.

10/10 Excellent

brad m.

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

You want this home! The best property on the beach without a doubt!

This home was everything we thought it would be, and then some, it exceeded our expectations on every level. Warren Beach Rental staff made our stay so easy and so seemless.The neighborhood is absolutely a delight little shops breakfast by the fountain at the little beach Café was just wonderful.The home is roomy and laid out in such a quaint manner with gulf front views through the home. This home was a great place to catch up with friends for a beach weekend. You can rent this home with absolute confidence.!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

The Best of The Best

The greatest compliment I can give this property is to say we left yesterday and I just finished booking it for next year! I can’t thank the owners enough for making this property available. You have blessed our family with memories we will carry with us for a lifetime! There is not one single thing I would change about this property. It is AMAZING! You have your own private walkway and two sets of chairs with an umbrella in each set waiting for you every single morning. The house has every pot, pan and kitchen utensil you can possibly imagine. This property is designed with designated areas making it ideal for multiple families. The Carriage House contains a bedroom with a queen bed and bath, a combination den/kitchen, and bunk beds in a “secret” room with a bath making it a stand alone house and ideal for a family with small children. The third floor of the main house contains a room with a queen bed and bath, a wonderful causal den overlooking the ocean with a day bed, trundle bed and bath, and a third room with two adorable twin beds. Again, this floor is also like a house in itself and ideal for a family with multiple children. Finally, the 2nd floor of the main house contains the Master Suite with an AMAZING deck and a 2nd room with a queen bed and bath. Both the 2nd and 3rd floors have laundry rooms. I really had to think twice about leaving this review because I’m afraid this property will be snatched up quickly every year! It truly is nothing short of perfection!
View from the back porch
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025