Friendly Starfish is a beautiful and spacious condo at the Ocean Reef Resort on Panama City Beach. With 4 bedrooms including a king, 2 queens, a trundle bed and a sleeper sofa in the living room, there's plenty of space for everyone. Whether you're soaking up the sun on the sugar white sand beach, playing in the crystal clear aqua Gulf, or exploring the many local attractions, this marvelous condo is the perfect home base for your vacation. Friendly Starfish is perfect for a trip to enjoy one of the many popular special events such as Breeze Jazz Fest, Gulf Coast Jam, Thunder Beach, the Grand Slam World Series of Baseball, Pirates of the High Seas and more. Of course, Friendly Starfish is also a great place to spend a week or more if you're coming to relax or spend days playing on the beach and in the warm Gulf of Mexico. Ocean Reef is definitely Beach Front.
As you step into the foyer of Friendly Starfish, you are greeted by a welcoming foyer inviting you to leave stress and any worries at the door. Active recreation and laid back relaxation are at the top of the itinerary when you're staying here. Take your shoes off and make yourself at home.
The 4 bedrooms are separted by zones, North and South. On the north side you will find the Queen Size North, the jack and jill bath, the trundle bedroom and the laundry room. On the south side you will find Queen South, the Master en-suite with walk-out balcony over the boardwalk with amazing sunrise and sunset views and the private, en-suite bath. The Living room, dining room and kitchen are in the center of the condo. The layout is convenient and also permits some separation for enhanced privacy.
Every bedrooms has a television, overhead and task lighting, natural light, ample storage space and an area for unwinding and relaxing. The comfortable mattresses encourage sweet dreams in prepartion for another great day on the "real fun beach."
The Livingroom is the perfect spot for family and friends to gather to watch a game, movie or favorite show on the wide screen, wall mounted television, to play a game, (there are some available) or simply sit and "catch up" with one another. The living room is furnished with a sleeper sofa, love seat, chairs and more. One of the truly great things about the living room is you can sit inside in airconditioned comfort and see the amazing Gulf of Mexico, the horizon and the tropical sky. Of course, for an even better view or to dine alfresco, just step out onto the private balcony. If you're on the balcony early, you'll be in time to see one of several flocks of pelicans close up, as they fly by on their way out for the day. If you're on the balcony around lunch time keep your eyes on the water, It's a thrill to see dolphins playing in the shallow water close to the shore almost daily and some people have even spotted a manatee or two during the cooler times of the year. Sunset on the balcony is usually a magical time as the tropical sky becomes lit with amazing shades of yellow, orange, pink and violet just before the sun dips below the horizon. Even then, the balcony is a most special place to be because what appears to be a million twinkling lights take center stage above along with an awesome moon that will be reflecting off the mysterious Gulf waters below.
The dining room is furnished with a nice dining room table with chairs, a beautiful china cabinet and the nearby breakfast bar offers additional seating. There is room for everyone to break bread together. The kitchen is attractive and well furnished with enough cookware and service ware, new highend appliances, granite counter tops, oak cabinetry and more. One of the nice features of the kitchen is its open style. The family chef, or two, can prepare family favorites without being separated from the action going on in other parts of the Friendly Starfish.
Amenities include: keyless entry, Wi-Fi, cable television including music channels, 5 televisions, full size washer and dryer in the Laundry room, balcony access from the Master en-suite and the living room, a window in every bedroom and more. Amenities outside the condo include: a reserved, covered parking space, overflow parking for a 2nd car, exercise room with weights, wet and dry sauna, indoor heated pool, beachside pool, boardwalk, hot tub, BBQ grills and more.
Ocean Reef is 1.3 miles from Pier Park, Top Golf and the Dolly Parton Pirates Dinner Theater (opening Spring 2025) less than 2 miles from the Frank Brown Park and less than 1 mile from the Gulf World Marine Park. It is walking distance to Runaway Island restaurant and Funland Arcade where people have been having fun since 1959. Hidden Lagoon Super Race Track and Golf is across the street from Ocean Reef. Grocery Stores, Pharmacy, Alvin's Island Tropical Department store, Seafood shop and several restaurants are just minutes from the Friendly Starfish at Ocean Reef. Book your next great vacation, come the first time as a welcomed guest, come back as a friend. The Friendly Starfish is waiting for you.
Property manager
Dr. George
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Gym
Heated pool
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Garden
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Unit size: 1,490 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
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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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 7814
About the neighborhood
Panama City Beach, FL
What's nearby
Panama City Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Gulf World Marine Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Pier Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Shipwreck Island Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
Frank Brown Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. Airport (ECP) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Sharky's Beachfront Restaurant - 12 min walk
Shuckums Oyster Pub & Seafood Grill - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min walk
Runaway Island - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Friendly Starfish @ Ocean Reef enjoy spacious 4-br 3 bath Spacious Corner unit have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Friendly Starfish @ Ocean Reef enjoy spacious 4-br 3 bath Spacious Corner unit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Friendly Starfish @ Ocean Reef enjoy spacious 4-br 3 bath Spacious Corner unit located?
Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Hidden Lagoon Golf and Racetrack and Panama City Beaches. Pier Park is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
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