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Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Exterior
View from property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11213 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Youngstown, FL
  • Popular LocationPanama City Mall19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center29 min drive
  • AirportPanama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)35 min drive
  • Popular LocationThomas Drive37 min drive

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About the area

Youngstown

On river.Within 9 miles (15 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Bay Dunes Golf Course and Majette Dunes Golf & Country Club. Southwood Shopping Center and Panama City Mall are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Panama City Mall - 19 min drive
  • Tyndall Air Force Base Visitor Center - 29 min drive
  • Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 35 min drive
  • Thomas Drive - 37 min drive
  • St. Andrews State Park - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Charlie Coram's Place - 8 min drive
  • Subway - 19 min drive
  • Lazy Dog Grub & Pub - 10 min drive
  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Hungry Howies Pizza - 10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11

Make amazing memories at the Big Dipper Lodge! A remote log cabin, yet close to it all. Enjoy fishing & kayaking from the private dock! Swim at Pitt, Sylvan, & Wilford Springs (9mi), or drive to white sandy beaches with crystal clear blue water. Stroll through historic St. Andrew's Bay (10mi) or the Panama City Beach Boardwalk (24mi) & enjoy local cafes and restaurants. Explore caves at the Florida Caverns (47mi), or stay home & enjoy the game room & stargaze at night to spot the Big Dipper!

This 3-bed/2-bath cabin was recently remodeled and includes all new stainless steel appliances with new wood throughout. Enjoy the natural beauty of cedar tongue and grove ceilings and walls, making this a truly spectacular experience. Rough-cut tongue and grove Cypress and Pecky Cypress can be found throughout. The Pecky Cypress was originally pulled from nearby Bear Creek. Beautifully finished vinyl plank flooring on the main level, and hardwood floors upstairs.

NOTICE: The water level at Bear Creek is dependent on Deer Point Lake's winter draw-down. To control invasive vegetation in the water, Bay County begins draw-down of Deer Point Lake for the winter sometime in October and begins raising the water level in March. The photos you see were taken in April with water at normal levels. After Bay County does a draw-back, I will post a few pictures to show winter water levels. The dock outside the cabin still has water access for small boats and kayaks, it will just be shallower and the scenery changes due to lower water levels.

Property manager

Yana

Languages

English, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2297 sq ft (213 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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, a first aid kit, 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Beautiful log cabin w/ private dock, gameroom, 23mi to beach, 3bd2ba, sleeps 11 Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

t g.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A pretty home but not what we expected
Creepy neighbors rode by in a golf cart and were staring at us when we arrived and began to unload. Ring doorbell out front so you're aware you're being watched. Found out after booking that home is pet tolerant but not friendly, keep pets off furniture, out of bedrooms and pick up their poop or you will get fined. Master bedroom is nice, beds are very comfortable but you can hear every time someone goes up or downstairs because they all creak, and you hear every toilet flush and all conversations, plus the AC. TV only in the living room. Grass was in need of cutting so we stepped in unseen low spots often, especially a deeper one in the front. The area by the dock was very grassy and had so many lilly pads you could not launch a boat, but if you did want to you would have to drag it across the yard because you cannot park or drive in the grass out back. Not handicap friendly except for the ramp to the front door. Downstairs game room is cool. Lots of blankets and throw pillows if you like to get comfy on the floor. Nice that there was some coffee and seasonings and stuff, including dog biscuits if you bring dogs. We were not comfortable because we worried about fines if someone forgot any dishes or made a mess. Extra fees by the way if you bring pets OR KIDS. We went for a family fishing trip but couldn't even fish from the dock because the water vegetation was way thicker than the pictures. Recommend for adults only with no pets who only want to enjoy a swampy river view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We really enjoyed our stay here, it met our needs, great for family get away, the host answered all my questions and was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Gena J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet
Great place to relax. Dont expect to fish. Unless you’re a pro at getting around the lily pads or plan on going out on the kayak. But the view and relaxing vibes were awesome. The beds were nice. A nice mattress is more important to me than a recliner. So it was good to sleep in a good bed. Good overall place..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool cabin & great hideaway from the busyness of Panama City!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Big Dipper Lodge... From the beautiful view, to the game room, to the country quiet, and the closeness of the city. It's such a cool cabin. Yes, everything is open (lofts) & noise travels, but when little ones went to bed early, we enjoyed the nighttime sounds of nature on the back porch or around the fire pit with good conversation. It forced us to slow down and be present... It's a great location to escape the hustle and bustle, but still close enough to explore the tourist hotpots of Panama City if you desire. We spent our mornings fishing off the dock (caught some delicious bass), and we had fun exploring the area. Found some great local eateries, too. Yana was great to work with; super quick to respond and everything was clear and easy with check in & out. We're already talking about our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pc training
We had a great stay. Beautiful surroundings. Everything we needed supplied. Quiet .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was just amazing! A great place for a family to spend time with one another.
This property had everything my family and I needed to just sit down and catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin has lots of beds which is great.
The property is located near the places we wanted to go fishing. Overall it was nice, the upstairs bathroom is so small it's almost unusable, other than that we had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house
There is no privacy in the house you can hear everything any one is doing or saying any where in the house
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022