Condo - Rating 5 (45 Reviews)

Merrimac Resort #32


Bedroom 1 bedrooms
Bathroom 1 full
Guests 4 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 5301 Thomas Drive
  • Location: Panama City Beach
  • Type: Condo

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Condo:

* Recently Updated w/ Pool Front Patio

* Only Steps to the Beach

* Low-rise complex w/ Pool, Grilling and Picnic Area

* Walk to Schooner's beachside bar and restaurant

* Under 1 mile to St. Andrews State Park

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

You'll be only steps from the beach at Merrimac Resort #32! This ground floor 1BR/1BA condo is recently renovated and is located on the quiet, eastern end of Panama City Beach. There's tile flooring throughout, an updated kitchen, living area with a sleeper sofa installed in 2022, and bedroom with a queen bed. Upgrades include NEW appliances, counter tops, cabinetry, furniture, and a new bathroom vanity! Catch some sun by the community pool, explore the extensive attractions in Panama City Beach, or stroll just a few steps to the beautiful beach. Have a wonderful vacation at Merrimac Resort #32!

**This property doesn't allow groups of adults age 25 or under, no exceptions. **

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!


Merrimac Resort is located just across from the sugar white sands of Panama City Beach, on the peaceful, eastern end of Thomas Drive. This low-rise complex offers a community pool, grill, and picnic area! You’ll be surrounded by local eateries including a short walk to Schooner’s Beachside Bar and Grill. Less than a mile away is gorgeous St. Andrews State Park. Grand Lagoon touches the park to the north and to the south is the beautiful Gulf. Swimming and fishing are great at the park without the large crowds!

The Bed Setup:

Bedroom: Queen Bed

Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions:

Merrimac Resort is located just minutes from gourmet seafood dining, signature golf courses, amazing deep-sea fishing, world famous night clubs, fabulous water and amusement parks, miniature golf, gift shops and the world-class entertainment and events Panama City Beach is famous for. Nearby, at the corner of Thomas Dr and North Lagoon Dr is Captain Anderson's Marina and Restaurant. You will find delicious fresh seafood, charter fishing boats, shell and dolphin excursions. Major grocery stores and retailers are also within a 5–10-minute drive.

Take the kids over to Shipwreck Island waterpark for more splashing fun or take a pleasant stroll about a mile down the beach to Schooner's for a delicious meal or drink.

If you're looking for great shopping and fabulous eateries, nearby Pier Park will fill the bill! With more than 125 retail, dining and entertainment choices, Pier Park is a one-of-a-kind beachfront family-friendly attraction featuring island-inspired architecture and popular stores. Dillard’s, JCPenney, Ron Jon Surf Shop, Target, Forever 21 are but a few. Dine at numerous eateries like Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Rum Runners Tropical Grill, Dick’s Last Resort, and Five Guys Burgers or catch a show at the Grand IMAX Theater.

Registration Number= 28830

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Bedding Bedding
User User
Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen
User User
Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa

Amenities 28 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Featured Amenities
  • Pool
  • Snowbird Friendly
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Laptop Friendly Work Space
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detector
  • Washer
Outside Amenities
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Deck
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Walk to Beach


Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (45)
Rating 5
So the rental was absolutely awesome..but yall please keep in mind if u rent a condo and its got someone staying above u to think it through...im sure most times its fine as we are new to this type of thing..unfortunately we hada young couple with a baby a small child and good sized dog...between the child and dog it sounded like a horse running back and forth lol all day all evening till 10 pm or later and back at it between 6 and 7 am...we did complain but nothing worked.. keep in mind.We were there a full month. Other than that incident, this place is five star all of the way. They are a ton of every need and we'll take care of anything at any time.
- Posted: 2/28/2025
Jeffery, thank you for your5-star review! We're glad to hear you found the rental absolutely awesome and that our team was attentive to your needs. We apologize for the noise from the unit above you and appreciate your understanding of the situation. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future! Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Stayed for the whole month of December for a reasonable rate. This unit is very comfortable and nicely furnished with everything you need. Had a well equipped kitchen and nice appliances too. Bed is super comfortable and it’s literally less than a minute walk to the beach
- Posted: 1/1/2025
Mike, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the unit comfortable and well-equipped. We hope you join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Amazing little place! In a quieter part of town and the beach wasn’t to crowded. ?
The place was very clean and decorated very cute! Perfect for my husband and I to sit back and enjoy some nice quiet time!
- Posted: 9/3/2024
Makala, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you and your husband enjoyed your stay and were able to relax in our quiet and comfortable space. We hope you'll join us again soon.
Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Amazing room, super close to the beach, pool was great 10/10 recommend booking your stay here !
- Posted: 7/29/2024
Rating 5
We had an amazing stay! The place was clean, easy to access, and a very short walk to the beach! We look forward to coming back!
- Posted: 7/25/2024
Della, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing stay and enjoyed the clean, easily accessible space and short walk to the beach. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We stayed in unit #32 and loved it! It was cute cozy and efficient! My daughter enjoyed the pool after our trips to the beach! The beach is super close literally a couple minutes walk and beautiful! Very close to the shops and attractions! Definitely recommend and look forward to returning in the future!
- Posted: 7/25/2024
Rating 5
Exceptional
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- Posted: 6/29/2024
Rating 5
Exceptional
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- Posted: 6/15/2024
Rating 5
32 Merrimac
The place was nice and good location and price for what I needed. However the air conditioner was not working in the front of the place . I had to keep the air much higher than I normally like to keep the whole place cool. I ended getting sick because the air was blowing on my face in the bedroom most of the time. Someone did come to look at it which he did call to notify me but didn’t notify me that the issue was not fixed and was coming back. I just came back one afternoon and noticed the front chair was not in correct position then I knew that he was back in the house and fixed it Overall I was pleased and would stay there again
- Posted: 5/4/2024
Tracy, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're happy you had a good stay overall and appreciate your understanding with the AC situation. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
I will book again there
Everything was good and the location was in a good spot I had to call and text and send emails just to get in the room. I was kinda a hassle to get into the room.
- Posted: 4/7/2024
Rating 5
This was a GEM !! Had a couple small issues , that were handled very swiftly !! Very clean & cozy. Thank you everyone for making our stay the best. Look forward to coming back !!
- Posted: 3/18/2024
Rating 5
Exceptional
Very close to beach nice pool deck very comfortable stay
- Posted: 10/14/2023
Rating 5
Wonderful
Your staff was very helpful on phone and texting. Nicely updated place. Wish the place had a dishwasher. Needed pot holders
- Posted: 9/23/2023
Rating 5
enjoyed my stay and the property was perfect for my little family!
- Posted: 9/4/2023
Jena, We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our property and that it was perfect for your family. Thank you for choosing RealJoy, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
a wonderful place to be. no complaints at all.
- Posted: 8/5/2023
Marco, We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay and that you have no complaints. We hope to host you again in the future for another great experience. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Awesome location literally a few steps to the beach. Perfect for families with little ones like ourselves.!! Very much recommend.!!!
- Posted: 7/10/2023
Alejandro, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the awesome location and found the property to be perfect for your family, especially with little ones. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad to have provided you with a memorable stay. If your future travels bring you back to the area, we'd be delighted to host you again. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Beautiful clean place-
Quick walk to the beach. We will most def. Stay here again.
- Posted: 6/28/2023
Rating 5
Very convenient.
- Posted: 6/18/2023
Andy, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your stay. We are glad the location was convenient. We hope you enjoyed exploring local attractions. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Cute little place, great location!
This was the perfect place for myself and 2 kids (13,9). The location was perfect. Pool is right outside the back door, super easy beach access. We didn't try the sleeper sofa because the couch was so comfortable on its own my son decided just to sleep on it without pulling it out. The only thing I noticed was a lack of dish towels and dish cloths- there was only 1 of each and there was not a pot holder. We would definitely visit again!
- Posted: 4/6/2023
Brooke, we are pleased to know that this well-located one-bedroom, one-bath ground floor condo in Panama City Beach was perfect for you. We will forward your comment regarding the need for more dish towels and potholders to property managers. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Love it. AWESOME LOCATION
- Posted: 4/9/2023
Rating 5
Exceptional Exceptional
Me gusta todo Me gusta todo
- Posted: 9/23/2022
Rating 5
I absolutely loved staying here it was super cozy and clean it had everything we needed and more i was so happy how close to the pool and the beach it was it was just a short drive to all the shops and restaurants the commutation was amazing check in was a breeze I hope to stay here again a really great experience!!
- Posted: 8/16/2022
Rating 5
Very nice. Stayed and extra night. Great time clean and modern and fully equipped kitchen. Washe.
Great location! Don't do breakfast here. Couch and chair covers need cleaning.
- Posted: 7/15/2022
Rating 5
Perfect location from the beach. Easy walk to the beach. Being on the ground floor was awesome and easy access to the pool as well!
- Posted: 7/10/2022
Rating 5
Great place, cheap, on the beach, near great restaurants, ten minutes from a great gym at fitness junky, and minutes from all the bars and beach time night life. Yet far enough to for quiet and space. Would do again!
- Posted: 9/24/2021
Rating 5
Amazing place very clean and perfect location for a quiet relaxing visit the beach and the location can’t be beat can walk to everything you need and the host is so easy to contact
- Posted: 8/24/2021
Rating 5
Perfect for us
This was my first time renting and I could not be happier! Easy walking access to the beach and near all the fun/food. Would def book again!
- Posted: 8/19/2021
Tina, we are very happy to know that you could not have been happier during your first rental experience, finding this well-located one-bed, one-bath unit to be perfect for you. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
I loved this place!!! It was perfect!! I will def be back again! Steps from the beach!!!
- Posted: 8/19/2021
Rating 5
Good location, nice place.
- Posted: 8/12/2021
Rating 5
Improvements needed
We really enjoyed staying in this place. Great location to public beach access(literally on the backside of the building). The bed frame was very unsteady and swayed with any movement whatsoever. However the mattress was very comfortable. The curtain in the bedroom was a sheer piece of fabric. With the window over looking the pool and another building, fluorescent lights could be seen all night. Minor improvements needed but overall a great stay!
- Posted: 7/21/2021
Rating 5
It’s quiet, close enough to main attractions to drive but far enough away to avoid major traffic issues. Very close to the beach and comfortable amenities. Clean and tidy, with extra pillows if needed, and laundry can be done in the unit which is great. Definitely recommend.
- Posted: 7/18/2021
Rating 5
Very nice property. Great location to the beach and easy access to the pool. Easy parking. Perfect size for 2 people but not many more.
- Posted: 7/5/2021
Hi Robert, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you found the location great and easy pool access. Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great condo close to the beach
This condo was perfect for my husband and I! It was clean and very close to the beach.
- Posted: 6/12/2021
Sophia, we appreciate you letting us know that this great, one-bed/one-bath Merrimac Resort condo in Panama City Beach was perfect for you and your husband, being clean and very close to the beach. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The condo was very clean and it is in a GREAT location (not in the middle of the crazy traffic but also not to far out from everything and easy access to beach)! We were beyond happy with our stay!
- Posted: 6/11/2021
Rating 5
Nice clean and quiet location
Very pleased with this property. Will be back
- Posted: 5/21/2021
Shane, we are very glad to know that you were very pleased with this nice, clean Merrimac Resort condo in Panama City Beach and you would rent it again. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
This place is awesome! Perfectly cleaned, full kitchen, large bed, and easy access to the beach. It was just steps away from sand and beachfront. Everyone staying there was respectful and very nice! We would definitely go back.
- Posted: 5/12/2021
Hi Rob, thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed the easy beach access and the unit clean! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Tiny and quiet
This is a very tiny condo located about 30 minutes from pier park. Its a very pretty property and just steps from a non dog friendly beach.. We brought our dogs so for us there was a lot of driving to take the dogs for walks and places to go with them.. Other than that nice place..
- Posted: 4/20/2021
Amy, we are happy to know that you enjoyed staying in the one-bed, one-bath Merrimac Resort #32 in Panama City Beach overall. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Location was outstanding, adjacent to pool and beach only minutes away.! Parking was convenient and abundant. Unit itself was ideal for our family of 2 with 2 dogs. Appreciated the follow up after we arrived.
- Posted: 3/17/2021
Rating 5
Very clean condo! Very convenient location!
- Posted: 3/6/2021
Rating 5
4.9 stars!
We really enjoyed our stay! It was perfect for just my husband and me and loved that we got to take our dogs with us. Not having to worry about them while we gone was a huge relief. We we’re close to everything. We especially loved that we were only 250ft away from the beach.
- Posted: 8/30/2020
We appreciate you letting us know that you and your husband enjoyed your stay and it was a big relief that you were able to have your dogs with you. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great place fabulous location would love to stay again
- Posted: 8/19/2020
Rating 5
Perfect pet friendly condo very close to the beach! Very clean and updated!
Easy smooth process! Booking online takes all the hassle with checking in out!
- Posted: 7/9/2020
We're so happy to hear you had a nice and easy stay here! Thanks for the review.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Such a great affordable clean place
- Posted: 6/5/2020
Rating 5
Great place to stay in PCB! Close to the beach and restaurants/bars/etc. Neighbors were nice.
- Posted: 3/29/2020
Hi Anna, thank you for your review! We're so happy you had a wonderful stay at this lovely condo. We also hope you enjoyed the easy pool access from the ground floor. Thank you staying with RealJoy and we hope to see you again soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
For the price, the place was great
- Posted: 3/22/2020
Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the home and price! Thank you again for your feedback and thank you for choosing Real Joy!
Real Joy staff
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