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Shorts & Shades, Panacea...Bay Front, Balcony, Community Pool, No Pets, No Boats

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3874 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Panacea, FL
  • Mashes Sand Beach
    6 min drive
  • Silver Lake
    7 min drive
  • Bald Point State Park
    9 min drive
  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    47 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Panacea

Located in Panacea, this condo is on the waterfront, a 4-minute drive from Bayside Marina and 6 minutes from Mashes Sand Beach. .This condo is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Bald Point State Park and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Silver Lake.

What's nearby

  • Mashes Sand Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Alligator Point Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Bald Point State Park - 9 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Wilson Beach - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Shell Point Beach - 26 min drive - 17.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tallahassee Intl. Airport (TLH) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelo & Son's Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Alligator Point Tiki Hut - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Seinyard Rock Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mineral Springs Seafood & Bait - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪My-Way Seafood - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Shorts & Shades, Panacea...Bay Front, Balcony, Community Pool, No Pets, No Boats

Shorts & Shades, Panacea, FL on Ochlockonee Bay

**NO DAMAGE from Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton**

***** 2024 Reservation Info Regarding Coronavirus (Covid-19) Proactive Protocol

We are issuing FULL REFUNDS for any cancellation due to Covid-19 concerns or restrictions, regardless of when the cancellation request is processed. If you choose to book with us and any member of your party is showing any symptoms of Covid-19 shortly before your arrival; for the safety of others, we respectfully request that you cancel and we will issue a full refund. If, during your stay, a member of your party becomes sick and you wish to travel home, you will be issued a refund for the unused remainder of your stay.

Until further notice, for the safety of our guests and cleaning staff, we are NOT DOING BACK TO BACK RENTALS. When one guest leaves; another guest will not be checking in on the same day, and adequate time will be allowed for sanitation. This does not change your check-in or check-out times. Check-in time is 4pm – check-out time is 11am. Sorry, no early check-in or late check-out. *****

Put on your 'shorts and shades' and join us for a relaxing escape from your everyday routine. Our comfortable 1 bedroom/1 bath condo is located on the 2nd floor (Unit F13) of George's Lighthouse Pointe on Ochlockonee Bay, 40 miles south of Tallahassee on Hwy. 98. Right outside our front door is a balcony where you can enjoy a gorgeous view of the bay. To the back of us, there is a wonderful view of the marina. Just a few steps away is Angelo's Restaurant, regularly voted as one of the 'Top 100 Restaurants in Florida'. Angelo's boasts mouth watering seafood (and other dishes), with indoor seating and casual outdoor seating right over the water!


We offer 874 sq. ft. of living area, which includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, den, kitchen and balcony overlooking the bay. The family area is furnished with comfortable den furniture, 34 in. TV, DVD, and offers a great view of the bay. This area is is separated from the kitchen by a bar. Our bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed and a twin bed and a small hideaway cot (suitable for a child under age 10). These accommodations will sleep 3 to 4 people comfortably. Perfect for a couple or small family.

The fishing is as good as it gets in this area. You can fish in the bay, head out for deep-sea fishing, or go down the river for fresh water fishing. We have it all!!! You can book a fishing charter with your choice of licensed captains, who are ready to take you out for an experience that you won't soon forget! Although many fishermen prefer to bring their own boat, boat trailers are not allowed in the common areas of George's Lighthouse Pointe and the condo only has one parking space.

Another local attraction are the beaches. The closest beach is Mashes Sands in Panacea (less than 1 mi.). It offers a beautiful, small beach. The beach is located on the bay and is pretty shallow for a good ways out, offering safety for small children and a great opportunity for shelling. Next are the gorgeous beaches at Alligator Point and Bald Point State Park (about 7 mi.), where you can enjoy sunbathing, snorkeling, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, bird watching and nature study. Within a few minutes drive are two of the nation's TOP TEN RATED BEACHES, St. George Island State Park, near Apalachicola, and St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, near Port St. Joe. Both parks contain miles of undeveloped beaches, emerald waters and white sugar sand.

Other nearby attractions include St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge, an unspoiled barrier island just offshore from the mouth of the Apalachicola River in the Gulf of Mexico. The island is a haven for endangered and threatened species, including bald eagles, wood storks, sea turtles, indigo snakes, gopher tortoises and red wolves. It is accessible only by boat. A favorite is Wakulla Springs State Park, one of the world's deepest freshwater springs, with swimming, nature boat rides and glass bottom boats. Wakulla Springs is known as the filming location for several Tarzan movies, Creature from the Black Lagoon and Airport '77. From the river boat and glass bottom boat tours, you can see alligators, many species of wading birds, water fowl, fish, turtles, and snakes, in and among the crystal clear waters emerging from the depth of the springs. Kids love diving from the diving platform into the refreshing spring waters, which remain a constant 68-70 degrees year round. The St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge offers a habitat for all kinds of Florida wildlife. Smarter Travel recently voted the refuge as one of the top 10 wildlife refuges in America. At this swampy wildlife refuge, alligators can reach lengths of 14 feet. It's unusual not to spot them here in the marshes along the road to the 1832 St. Marks Lighthouse on Apalachee Bay. Photographers say the lighthouse is the best place to snap shots of hordes of monarch butterflies during the butterflies' annual migration in October. Whooping cranes and more than 300 other bird species stop over at St. Marks, and 98 species nest on-site. In May, watch for large groups of West Indian manatees in the waters near the lighthouse. Baby alligators emerge from nests in August. Keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles.

So the guys want to go fishing and you ladies don't ... NO PROBLEM! While they are catching speckled trout, Spanish mackerel, grouper, redfish (the list goes on), you can visit historic Apalachicola. Once a bustling sea port, this quaint village of about 5,000 still boasts a large shrimp fleet, a downtown shopping area with antiques, boutiques and local art, and beautiful restored houses from a bygone era. Once the third largest cotton port along the Gulf Coast, the Apalachicola/East Point area still harvests and processes 90% of the oysters consumed in Florida.

Locally caught seafood is prepared in the many fine restaurants located in Panacea, Carrabelle, and Apalachicola. If you prefer to cook it yourself, fresh shrimp, oysters, and the catch of the day are available in the seafood houses dotted along the coast from Panacea to Port St. Joe.

*** Sorry, but we do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. ***

CANCELLATION POLICY: We understand that it may become necessary for you to cancel your reservation. Please let us know as soon as you can, so that we may have time to rent out your time slot. Refund Policy: 14 days (100% refund); 7 days (50% refund).

HURRICANE POLICY: Either party shall have the right to cancel all or any part of this contract in the event of impending hurricane or tropical storm danger. If this occurs, all monies will be refunded for unused days.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free condo features a tennis court on site, snorkeling nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby, scuba diving nearby, and windsurfing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Deborah Word

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 874 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Shorts Shades Front Community Pool No Pets No Boat Trailers
Shorts Shades Front Community Pool No Pets No Boat Trailers

Shorts & Shades, Panacea...Bay Front, Balcony, Community Pool, No Pets, No Boats Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

terry m., Reasnor, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The only suggestion i have would be to replace some worn out pots and pans. Otherwise, the place is very nice and clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Red E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shorts & Shades
The Condo was perfect for me and the bride. The accommodations were great for the 2 of us. Location was awesome to our friends and local restaurants. I would suggest putting up Curtains in the bedroom area or better blinds. The blinds didn't close all the way which allowed for the 2 lights at the boat marina to shine in. This is a minor issue but would make a better stay for the tenants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what i needed
Perfect weather before the storm
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this spot!
This was our second time staying! We love this condo complex and this unit is set-up nicely with an amazing view! It's not fancy but is perfect for a low-key relaxing get away to enjoy this "forgotten" part of Florida! Would definitely recommend and we plan to stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shorts and Shades A place to kick back a Please and RELAX
My family of three thoroughly enjoyed our time at Shorts and Shades. Every room was very tastefully decorated. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony each morning. I was very happy to find the kitchen was fully stocked. The restaurants in the area were also very good. Everyone we met at Shorts and Shades was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
We keep coming back....
If relaxation and getting away from it all is what you want, this is the place. Very laid back and away from the crowds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very quiet area and clean unit. Was convenient to bridge, Alligator Point, Mashes Sands Beach and Sop Choppy. The decor was pretty dated though and AC units where on the loud side, but beautiful balcony view of the water. Not many places to eat in area though
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Excellent property. Outstanding views.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
By the bay
This location was a great place for all the activities that I had planned. The local flavor and atmosphere was wonderful .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bird paradise
We loved it the breeze flowed through the unit. We could watch birds from the porch. Shorts and Sandles was the best
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A., columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
Total relaxation
If you want to get away from it all and unplug, this is the place. Rural, away from it all and totally relaxing. Make sure you bring your groceries with you, it's a 25 minute ride to "town," and that's exactly what we like. View the bay right outside your unit...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
restful
as always, very enjoyable
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attractive option in Panacea
The house was as described. It was neat and clean and the check in/out process was easy. Plenty of available information about Wi-Fi, codes, keys, and such. My ONLY complaint (not I believe the owner/managers fault) was being walked in on while in the shower. Yes, you read that correctly unfortunately. I’ve stayed in MANY places and NEVER had a maintenance person/Exterminator show up unannounced and then let themselves into the house ! I’m glad none of my family was there at the time. I was alone and therefore didn’t get as worked up as I might’ve had things been different. The Exterminator left immediately when I turned off the shower and loudly asked if someone was in the home, but it really shouldn’t have happened in the first place. My recommendation would be to schedule those visits in advance and make absolutely sure that they are expected ! Everything else was great and I would certainly recommend this unit to a friend or family member who was traveling to the area and in need :)
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Host is a bit overbearing. You’re renting the place out not mothering
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights and everything was perfect; location was great for visiting Alligator Point, Panacea, Crawfordville, Appalach, etc.; view from the back with 2 great chairs was very soothing and perfect for relaxing on the water; will definitely stay again when come back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway
Location and views were outstanding. Unit was clean and kept but a little outdated. Deborah was very easy to communicate with and very prompt with replies to our messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and peaceful
Stayed in the condo for a long weekend. Very peaceful and quiet area. Beautiful view from living room balcony. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
September stay
Property very nice, just as pictured. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kesi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
I had problems with the key, when I arrived, but within 10 min somebody was there and brought a new key. Thank you. Enjoyed my coffee on the balcony in the captian's chair and watched the shark come by on his breakfast round. Nice relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend to the Forgotten Coast
Had a great weekend visiting Appalach and mashes Sands.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach week
We wanted to get away from the condos and crowds, and this was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Panacea
Lively view with covered porch. Well maintained
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Weekend Getaway
Charming atmosphere. Nice and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We had a pleasant stay. Very nice condo, pool and few people we encountered that live there. Only bad point was a situation with a dog off leash (not harmful). When the neighbor downstairs and I contained him (his tag said Dude) she tried to call the number on the collar, and a man approached saying it was his dog that had gotten out. His girlfriend (I assume) came out and got very confrontational with owner below stating that her Uncle Angelo (whoever that is) owns 9 condos, blah blah blah. I finally told her we were only trying to find the owner of the dog. She really didn't need to turn it into a nasty situation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shorts and Shades
Excellent property. Beautiful view.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023