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Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Panama City

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Panama City, FL
  • Place, St. Andrews Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Coast State College
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida State University Panama City
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Panama City

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Bay VIew Addition vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Andrews Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Coast State College. Truesdell Park and Florida State University Panama City are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Andrews Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf Coast State College - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Florida State University Panama City - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gray Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Port Panama City - 2 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Buddy Gandy Seafood Inc - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hunt's Oyster Bar & Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews

Experience a piece of Florida history at Gideon's Fish House. Built in 1897 as a fish warehouse and converted to a residence in 1917, our historic home is a quiet, relaxing retreat among the oak- and magnolia-lined streets of St. Andrews. Walk or bike to shops, restaurants, breweries, and more. Enjoy paddle boarding and fishing in St. Andrews Bay - only 1 minute's walk - and take the quick 12 minute drive across the bridge to the World's Most Beautiful Beaches in Panama City Beach.

The Neighborhood

Explore all the Gulf Coast has to offer and make Gideon's Fish House your home base during your stay. Attend the Saturday farmers market or visit one of the many restaurants, breweries, and shops St. Andrews has to offer. Walk to St. Andrews Bay for paddle boarding, fishing, or sunset gazing. Launch your boat just down the road at Lake Hutchison or St. Andrews Marina for access to Shell Island and the Gulf of Mexico in minutes.

Getting Around

- St. Andrews Walking and Biking Trail Gideon's Fish House is featured on the St. Andrews Trail, a group of historic homes and commercial buildings throughout St. Andrews. A complete map is provided in your welcome binder.
- Taxis, shuttles, Uber and Lyft service Panama City and St. Andrews. We recommend a car rental for exploring this drivable city.
- Gideon's Fish House is 30 minutes from Panama City International Airport (ECP) - 15 minute drive to the beaches, hiking trails, boardwalks of St. Andrews State Park, where you can also catch a ferry to Shell Island
- 10 minutes to public access to the World's Most Beautiful Beaches - Right over the bridge from Panama City Beach attractions like ZooWorld, WonderWorks, and Ripley's Believe It or Not and countless bar, restaurant, and shopping options
- 15 minutes to Pier Park restaurants, movie theaters, shopping, and theme park attractions
- Centrally located for day trips to charming oyster town of Apalachicola, crystal clear swimming, snorkeling and diving waters of Morrison Springs, Vortex Springs, or Econfina River for kayaking and canoeing

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 201722

Property is also known as

A quiet retreat in St. Andrews
A Historic Retreat in St. Andrews
Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews Panama City
Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.6 mi (33-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.1 mi (14-min drive) from Panama City Beaches and 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Edgewater Gulf Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews to downtown Panama City?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Panama City.

Historic Gideon’s Fish House, St. Andrews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

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

Great place to stay!

This was a great place to stay! Beautiful home with history in a centrally located area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace W.

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

Wonderful home

We loved the home and all the history that came with it. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lorrie l.

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

St. Andrew's Weekend

This is a lovely home in a great neighborhood. It was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

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

Charming

Beautiful selection of nautically-themed antiques in this well-preserved historic home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristian G.

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

Super recomendada limpia,muy Bonita super comoda e anplia ideal para unas excelentes vacations 👌

Precio accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Back in Time

This home was so cute and historic. It has a lot of history. We enjoyed our stay. Wish we would have had more time to spend just at the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

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

Change of Scenery

My mother, my best friend and our two little ones (1 year old and 2 month old) needed a change of scenery and this spot was wonderful. We enjoyed the house as it was a very relaxing space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

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