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Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea

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Panacea is a waterfront home located on Ochlockonee Bay, offering beautiful sunsets and direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy walking on the small private beach, sip coffee from your fully furnished home or take in views from the back deck or glassed sunroom.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea

  • Waterfront home on Ochlockonee Bay with absolutely stunning views and sunsets! One mile walk down the street to the Gulf of Mexico. Home is fully furnished. Coffee, cream, and sugar provided. You can enjoy walking on the small private beach just by walking out the back door! You can enjoy beautiful sunsets from the back deck or glassed sunroom. Quiet neighborhood close to several beaches.

    Upcoming Local Events

    Mudbugs & Music
    Crawfish Cookoff
    February 21st

    Gumbo Cookoff
    February 28th

    Beer & Oyster Festival
    March 21st

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,988 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

All linens can be left on the beds

All towels can be left in the bottom of the showers

Trash can should be placed near the road beside the driveway on Sundays only.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Kayaks are to be launched from the home and are not to be transported off the property. All kayakers must use approved flotation devices.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

About the area

Located in Panacea, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bald Point State Park and Mashes Sand Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gulf Specimen Public Aquarum and Medart Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Panacea travel guide
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Panacea, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic lighthouse on shell beach with driftwood and palms in Sanibel island Florida
    Shell Point Beach
    36 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Wakulla Springs State Park
    Wakulla Springs State Park
    40 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Carrabelle Beach, Carrabelle, Florida
    Carrabelle Beach
    40 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Mashes Sand Beach
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Alligator Point Beach
    19 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Tallahassee, FL (TLH-Tallahassee Intl.)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Trident
    9 min drive
  • Tropical Traders Shrimp Co.
    3 min drive
  • Salty Donkey
    9 min drive
  • Posey's Oyster Bar
    9 min drive
  • Angelo & Son's Seafood
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mashes Sand Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bayside Marina and Silver Lake. Grass Island and Gulf Specimen Public Aquarum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Sunsets & Serenity: Tranquil Waterfront Escape on the Ochlockonee in Panacea Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Week end stay

Had a very relaxing time very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Great weekend get away

This is a beautiful home and property. Very comfortable and has everything you might need during your stay. The host were very helpful and quickly answered any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

June T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil. Clean. RoomyIf you are into nature, fishing, boating and quiet this is perfect. If you want sandy beaches, it is a bit of a drive, but doable.Restaurants are iffy about being open.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our stay on Ocholocknee Bay very much. The house was clean, neat and nicely furnished and the hosts were friendly, helpful and attentive. The view over the bay was beautiful and the neighborhood was quiet. A nice beach is just down the road and there are great parks and good restaurants nearby. We recommend it without reservations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

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

Fall Get Away

This is a wonderful gathering place. Room to spread out and nice, comfortable beds. Well stocked kitchen. The views are amazing. Fishing is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty G.

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

Tranquil

A great place to relax and enjoy the view. Sunroom was awesome and inviting. Small stretch of beach to enjoy the sun without the crowds. My friend and I are older so it was prefect for us but it also had kayaks for the younger crowd. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne J.

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

This place is beautiful and we enjoyed every minute!!

We will definitely rebook!!! This place is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

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

Mother’s Day weekend

My siblings and I took our Mom to the bay for Mother’s Day’s. We have a great time. The house was perfect for us. We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little disappointed that the dock was not usable. Both mattresses on the twin beds were very uncomfortable, the same with the couch and loveseat - all handles for the reclining seats were broken off and their seats are not very comfortable, I assume just worn down over many years. Queen/king beds were great, and very good internet. This would be a great rental house if the furniture was updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah R.

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

Great family vacation

Big open common area with Kitchen/living room, with plenty if room to eat, play ganes, have a movie night with three big bedrooms with awesome queen mattresses, we slept well! The 4th bedroom has two twin beds which was great for the bigger kids and the sleeper couch in the sunroom was great for the smaller kids. We enjoyed using the kayaks, fishing, exploring nature, finding hermit crabs, sand castles, etc...we also went to the Aquarium nearby, Alligator Point to fish for baby sharks and swim, Mash Sands Beach at low tide to see all the creatures...St. Marks Lighthouse and took our boat to go scalloping. Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jay W.

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

Mashes Sands

Nice older home -- BR TV didn't work. Shower head leaked. Recliner handles broken and not very comfortable. Felt like grit/sand on the tile floor when we arrived. But overall -- since it's a older home - it was expected. We had a good time -- even w 20 degree weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katee D.

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

Excellent!!

We had an amazing week long stay at the Cottage. The listing is precise to the amenities and location! We saw the beautiful white squirrel almost every day we were there. The dolphins showed up the first night for a short period of time, but the last night we were there they put on a full show of blowing, jumping completely out of the water flipping around for a good hour or so right out in-front of us. We absolutely loved it. Everything we needed was there. Toiletries, dish soap, laundry detergent, plates, cups, etc. You name it, it was there. The property manager and owner were exceptional. Immediately responded to any questions before and during our stay. Went above and beyond to make sure everything was provided to make our stay perfect. The sun room was the place to be for sunrise, and out of the sand gnats. The sunsets were as always, breath taking! Panacea has always been our family’s go to for trips, and the Cottage was perfect for us! The ONLY recommendation I have for the future is the dock being rebuilt. Other than that, the property was perfect and we loved our stay. We will definitely be back. Thanks Jodi and Patti for being awesome and so accommodating for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice big house

Big and beautiful house. Picture of pier was misleading being that it was the neighbors and the pier for this house is completely dismantled and unusable. Besides that, the house was great. Beautiful sunroom that we loved sitting in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHERRY S.

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

July 21-24, 2022

We had the best accommodations that we had EVER had. The home is emaculent and perfect. It was clean, lots of space/room, supplied with anything you could possibly need. Outside decks were spacious and pleasant to hang out. Saw white squirrels and a dolphin or two. Would defiantly recommend and return to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty A.

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

Great location with a view!

We had a wonderful stay at Cottage on the Bay! House was a perfect set up with plenty of space and privacy. We loved the deck and sun room. We saw dolphins, white squirrels, different birds as well has having an Egret fly up on deck for an up-close visit. Host was amazing to work with. Looking forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN W.

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

Quiet slice of heaven

This home was perfect for our group! The location was quiet and peaceful, our elderly neighbor came out to speak multiple times, the property manager was amazing, home had everything we could need! The dock pictured is no longer there, which was upsetting to my fishing husband lol Loved the home and everything about it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

John B.

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

529 Mashes Sands Rd

The location was quiet, peaceful and beautiful. The house fitted our needs. The beds were very comfortable. Our favorite room in the house was the sun room. We spent most of our indoor time in there relaxing. We even had a daily visit from otters & white squirrels. The house does need a little TLC though. The dishwasher & washing machine leaked.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Peaceful & quiet.

Pier no longer there, some porch windows wouldn’t close, recliners didn’t work, 1 burner doesn’t work, place needs some TLC. Location quiet & secluded.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Beauty on the Bay

This location on Ochlockonee Bay was beautiful and a great location for traveling to the surrounding sites. Loved waking in the morning to the sunrises and kicking back in the evening to watch the sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Z.

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

Quaint hideaway

Quaint little home with everything you need. Beautiful location along the forgotten coast of Florida. Perfect staging spot if you are a sportsmen or love hiking/biking state and national parks. Pretty beach close enough to walk to at the end of the road. Homeowner is very nice and communicates clearly. Great little spot on the bay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025