Reviews
Another amazing year
5/5 ★★★★★ June, 2021
Another amazing year......This is the second time that our family has rented " Serenity by the Sea" unit 906. The unit is beautifully furnished and both times the unit has been exceptionally clean. The Novak's were very gracious and pleasant to deal with on both occasions. I highly recommend this unit if you want a "worry free" family vacation rental where you can focus on making great beach memories
Thank you. We really Appreciate the great review again. We love hearing that people enjoy the condo as much as we do. Please come back and stay when you need your next beach fix. Thanks again, Sheri & Charles...
Beach Stay
5/5 ★★★★★
This property was super clean and very accommodating! We had everything we needed! The condo was amazing and right on the beach, definitely recommend to anyone!
Thank you for your excellent comments and 5 star review. We love sharing our condo when we are not using it. We are very proud of it and strive to keep it very clean and fresh. You are correct the beach is very close and the views are fantastic from the condo. Please come back and stay with us when you need your next beach fix.
stay at beach
5/5 ★★★★★
Enjoyed our stay, beautiful condo
My 1st Trip to Florida
5/5 ★★★★★
We loved our stay here. The property was perfect. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. I slept like a baby being right next to the beach, hearing the waves, which were like a perfect lullaby. The view was amazing. I couldn’t get over it. I think I took a thousand pictures. And waking up and being able to go down to the beach before breakfast for a little walk was priceless! We also enjoyed being able to play on the beach in the morning and then go up to the room for lunch and of course, a nap.
The owners made sure we were happy and comfortable and made it all so easy. The attendants on the beach were also very helpful.
It was just such a great vacation!
Outstanding
5/5 ★★★★★
Room quality and location 5 star. Will most definitely will rent again.
Thank you for your excellent 5 star review. We are glad to hear that you like our condo and location as much as we do.
Enjoyed our stay
5/5 ★★★★★
We really enjoyed our stay. My only complaint would be the bed in the master bedroom was very uncomfortable. My husband and I found it to be very hard and difficult to sleep on. As you can see, I didn’t take any stars away, as we still really enjoyed the condo.
Thank you for your 5 Star Review. Mattress firmness is a very personal preference. We selected a medium firm King mattress for the master bedroom that most of our guests find comfortable and supportive. I know that between the ocean view and ocean sounds from the master bedroom, I am out like a light. Hope to see you again in the future.
Beautiful condo!
5/5 ★★★★★
Beautiful condo and amazing view. the condo was spacious and clean. It was just perfect for our stay in PCB!
Thank you for the great review. We know that you have family living in the area now, so please comeback and visit at our condo anytime.
Beach Stay
5/5 ★★★★★
This property was super clean and very accommodating! We had everything we needed! The condo was amazing and right on the beach, definitely recommend to anyone!
Thank you for your excellent comments and 5 star review. We love sharing our condo when we are not using it. We are very proud of it and strive to keep it very clean and fresh. You are correct the beach is very close and the views are fantastic from the condo. Please come back and stay with us when you need your next beach fix.
We had a great time. Thanks for everything. 5 Stars
5/5 ★★★★★
Hi, had a great time at the beach. Thanks for everything. We have stayed with you before and love the condo. Will be back again.
GM
Thank you for your great 5 Star review. We love having very pleased repeat guests like yourself. See you again real soon.
Charles & Sheri...
Relaxing and beautiful
5/5 ★★★★★
We had a great time with our family in your condo.It was beautiful and had we had everything we needed for our stay..Thank you for allowing us to borrow your condo this week.
We thank you for your great review, and hope you come back to stay with us again. We strive to make sure everything you need for your stay is stocked in the condo for your visit. We are glad you had a relaxing stay in a beautiful beach front environment.
We had an amazing time! Everything was amazing!
5/5 ★★★★★
We had an amazing time! Everything was amazing! We will absolutely return and rent from you again. We are planning for September for Taylor’s homecoming and Jimmy’s birthday.
Thank you for everything.
Angela
Thank you Jimmy and Angela for the Mothers Day booking...and happy mothers day again Angela. We are glad we were able to find the new shirt top you left in the owners closet.
We love the "Amazing" comments. They made our day. We love the fact that our special guests love our condo as much as we do.
See you this fall!
Best Regards,
Sheri and Charles...
Fantastic Condo and View. It is the only place we want to stay
5/5 ★★★★★
My family and I have stayed here at the Serenity by the Sea Condo several times this year and last and always have a great stay. The place is always extra clean and the condo is decorated much nicer than other condos we have stayed at. I love the new reclining loungers on the deck. I just sun directly on the deck or move the lounger and sleep on the balcony to the soothing sound of the waves. This year after the new Sand Jam concert that was at the Pier Park just next door, we could see and enjoy the concert from the deck and the surprise fireworks off of the pier at the end of the concert was like a personal fire works display just for me and my family. Just Fantastic. We will be back.
Chuck
Property was clean and decorated nicely.
5/5 ★★★★★
We enjoyed out stay and the owners were very responsive to any questions we had. I would recommend this property to my friends and family.
Thank you for your kind review. I know you and your family had a great time at our condo. We were glad to have you as guests in great standing.
We are glad that we were able to help you find your lost new outdoor chair that you left in the master bedroom closet. The new vacationaires are very nice to help you get this back ASAP.
Please come back and stay with us again in the Fall, Summer, or next Spring.
Best Regards,
Sheri and Charles...
Serenity by the Sea is a perfect name for your condo! It allowed us to relax and recharge
5/5 ★★★★★
Arrived home on Sunday afternoon, had a very pleasant trip with no issues. Then it snowed on Monday, but most has already melted.
I let Chief know that you think he doesn't look his age ..... he will get a big head!
Our stay in your condo was exactly what we were looking for - we found it clean and nicely decorated. Bed is very comfortable and we enjoyed the big TV in the bedroom. The large balcony is perfect for watching dolphins, beach activity and the beautiful sunsets, we even watched a beach side wedding! Sterling Reef has the best location on the beach being right next to the County Pier, close to restaurants, and shopping.
The pool area is lovely and the smaller pool was heated. The parking is very convenient as well. We appreciated your professionalism, Charles, with your communication and thoughtful attentiveness.
Serenity by the Sea is a perfect name for your condo! It allowed us to relax and recharge. We definitely hope to stay here again. Thank you!
Again, we hope to visit soon!!
Chief and Pearl Coulter
Amazing Place
5/5 ★★★★★
Such a beautiful place will be booking again! Everything was perfect!
Thank you very much for your review. We made several nice upgrades this year that you will be able to enjoy next year in 2018.
Thanks,
Sheri and Charles...
Beautiful condo
5/5 ★★★★★
We loved the condo! It was very close to everything my family needed. Owners are very accommodating and easy to work with. We will be back!
Thank you. With the New County and PCB Pier right next door and no other condo's to the west of us for 1/2 mile...the condo is not as packed as the cattle houses that other condos are during peak season. With the putt putt golf course, gift shops and 2 water parks across the street and just a few blocks away and within walking distance for the kids; It is a great location. See you again real soon.
Charles and Sheri...
"We had a nice relaxing trip!
5/5 ★★★★★
Both of us felt right at home in the condo. Great view of the beach. We rented chairs and umbrella on the beach and enjoyed relaxing watching the waves, pelicans and dolphins.
Thank you for your excellent review. We take great pride in the beauty and comfort of our condo for us and our guests. This year we added two (2) Brand New Chaise Recliner Lounge Chairs on the large 8' by 26' balcony. Now you can relax in the shade or get some sunshine all on your own private deck, without ever having to leave the room if that is your desire.
Thanks again for your kind words.
Sheri and Charles...
Very nice, clean & roomy!
5/5 ★★★★★
We had an awesome vacation! Sheri and Charles were wonderful to work with and responded quickly for every message I sent them! We were a couple hours early and check in wasn't until 4 so I messaged them and asked if we were able to check in early & they activated the door code right away! The condo is very nice and had everything we needed! Short walk to the beach/pool and great views! Next vacation we will try to rent from them again!! Thank yall for making our vacation great and very simple.
Thank you for your nice review and sharing your wonderful week with us. From discussions with you, it looks like you and your family had an action packed week. From renting scooters, swimming with the dolphins, and catching crabs on the beach. etc.
We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our condo and were able to enjoy many of the activities in PCB. The condo is on a great section of the beach for all this fun.
We invite you back for your next vacation and hope you stay with us again real soon at Serenity by the Sea #906.
Best Regards,
Sheri and Charles...
The perfect home away from home
5/5 ★★★★★
We stayed here a couple weeks ago and it was the best stay! Sheri and Charles were absolutely wonderful and very helpful! The condo is beautiful and provided everything we needed! We will be renting again from them next summer as well! I highly recommend this condo for anyone looking to rent!
Thank you Sofija for your wonderful review. We really love hearing how much our guests enjoyed our condo. It is our special place and we hope it will become your special place, year after year. We want to make sure everyone who stays with us has a great time in a beautiful environment. You and your family were great guests and we welcome you back anytime. See you next year!
Sheri and Charles...
Perfect Condo for vacation!!
5/5 ★★★★★
Upon arrival we found the condo to be extremely clean and beautifully decorated. The owners are wonderful to work with and are available for any need you may experience while there, including simple information about Panama City itself. Charles and Sheri made sure that we were able to contact them at any time if we would need to.
The condo had everything we could possibly need to provide a home away from home for us. We were even provided start up items such as dishwashing detergent, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent, and soap. We didn't have to rush out to the store immediately. We were vacationing with several other families who also stayed at Sterling Reef. Every time one of them came by our condo, they commented on how nice it was.
The complex itself was great. We visited at a high peak time, and parking was never an issue. The beach was wonderful, and since Sterling Reef isn't as large as many other resorts in Panama City, the beach and pool NEVER felt crowded. The pools were kept immaculate and cleaned every morning. Even the BBQ grills are cleaned everyday. I spoke with several other people in other complexes who had extreme parking problems and extreme congestion on their beaches.
We have vacationed in Panama City for several years, and this was by far the nicest condo we have stayed in, and we can't wait to come back to this unit!
Thank you for this great review. We are so glad to hear what a great time you had. We agree with you. It is great condo on a great section of the beach. Lower traffic congestion and very nice beach with less people than some areas.
Please come back and stay with us again. We love repeat renters that love the area as much as we do.
Best Regards,
Sheri and Charles...
Fantastic Place. Great Condo, Great Sunsets. See Other Reviews as per below
5/5 ★★★★★
This is a new listing on VRBO from the new owners. It was listed before on VRBO under a different listing number. Past reviews can be found on the current listing by going to:
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* Guest Book comments from the Owner
Long Term Winter Stay (40 days) Our stay in your condo was exactly what we were looking for!!!"
5/5 ★★★★★
Arrived home on Sunday afternoon ater a 40 day stay. Jan 22nd - Mar 3rd. We had a very pleasant trip with no issues. Then it snowed on Monday, but most has already melted.
I let Chief know that you think he doesn't look his age ..... he will get a big head!
Our stay in your condo was exactly what we were looking for - we found it clean and nicely decorated. Bed is very comfortable and we enjoyed the big TV in the bedroom. The large balcony is perfect for watching dolphins, beach activity and the beautiful sunsets, we even watched a beach side wedding! Sterling Reef has the best location on the beach being right next to the County Pier, close to restaurants, and shopping. The pool area is lovely and the smaller pool was heated. The parking is very convenient as well.
We appreciated Charles' professionalism, communication and thoughtful attentiveness.
Serenity By the Sea is a perfect name for your condo! It allowed us to relax and recharge. We definitely hope to stay here again. Thank you!
Again, we hope to visit soon!!
Chief and Pearl Coulter
Great Condo
5/5 ★★★★★
What a great place to stay, well furnished, highly comfortable, exceptionally clean and a wonderful location. What a great view from the balcony with easy access to the beach and parking was a breeze. Charles was great to work with and was careful to make sure we had the necessay info we needed for our stay.
Serenity by the sea
5/5 ★★★★★
The condo was spacious & homey! The beach chairs was an added bonus!
This was a great rental and was very impressed with the owners. I rate it 5 stars.
5/5 ★★★★★
Love the location and property was clean and very well maintained. Room was great couldn't asked for more. Beach access was great only down fall was the chair rental guy was rude daily to my family. Love the beach it was clean and very lovely. Water was very clear and no seaweed. Iove to snorkel and the water was so much crystal clear and seen so many different kinds of fish stingrays. Dolphins were almost to the beach. I loved it. There were some issues with the elevators being slow. While we were in the pool someone from the 17th floor threw a water bottle and almost hit my niece in the head. That would have been very bad injury if it would have hit her. But overall I loved it. The property staff cleaned early every morning and organized the property. They were very helpful. Loved this property and the room and will definitely be back again.
Beach Stay
5/5 ★★★★★
This property was super clean and very accommodating! We had everything we needed! The condo was amazing and right on the beach, definitely recommend to anyone!
Thank you for your excellent comments and 5 star review. We love sharing our condo when we are not using it. We are very proud of it and strive to keep it very clean and fresh. You are correct the beach is very close and the views are fantastic from the condo. Please come back and stay with us when you need your next beach fix.
Comfortable and relaxing
5/5 ★★★★★
Clean and fully equipped including beach essentials. Great location on the beach but away from spring breakers. Fitness center. Convenient parking.
Thank you for your review and great location comments. We loved having great guests like you. Please come back and see us when you need more beach time.
Sheri and Charles...
Outstanding
5/5 ★★★★★
Room quality and location 5 star. Will most definitely will rent again.
Thank you for your excellent 5 star review. We are glad to hear that you like our condo and location as much as we do.
Totally Excellent Condo
5/5 ★★★★★
Totally Excellent stay at this beautiful condo directly on the beautiful gulf. We loved the condo and excellent view from the balcony. We had everything we needed for our stay and the owners were great to deal with and even let us check in early. We can’t wait to come back and stay here again.
JSG
Amazing time!!!
5/5 ★★★★★
We stayed at Serenity By the Sea May 26-June 2, 2018. From the very start of the booking process, the Novak's were so very friendly and hospitable. They stayed in constant contact with me during booking process, prior to stay, during stay, and after we departed. It's so refreshing to meet people who are friendly to deal with and place emphasis on a family having a good time. The condo itself was beautiful and clean. The views were amazing and the moments we shared with our family were incredible. We are so ready to go back and we have only been gone for couple days. I would highly recommend this unit. The Novak's make it much more than just a rental of a unit, they make sure all details are covered to insure a great stay for your family.
Thank you very much for your great review. We take great pride in our condo and love it.
We love sharing it, when we are not enjoying it, with guests that appreciate it as much as we do.
We are glad that you had a great time and look forward to many return visits from you and your family and friends. I'm glad we could accommodate your large family, and that you had a great time and made many lasting memories.
We strive to make sure everything is perfect for your stay because you work hard and deserve a hassle free and beautiful place on the beach for your vacation getaways.
Best Regards,
Charles and Sheri...
Great stay at a Great Condo on the Beach
5/5 ★★★★★
We had a great time. The condo was clean and beautifully decorated. The view from the balcony was stunning. Great sunsets and views of the beach. We will come back.
S. B. May 2018
Sheri and I are delighted that you found the place clean and nicely decorated. It means a lot to us. We only employ our private and seasoned housekeeper, and never a service. She is supreme and keeps the place immaculate. Brenda is a great part of our condo offering to our limited guests.
Everyone loves the way the place is furnished and the decor, pictures and features.
Thanks again for being a great guest and your comments.
Sincerely,
Charles and Sheri...
Coming to this condo for years and LOVE the new Upgrades
5/5 ★★★★★
Charles contacted us just as we arrived and told us we could check in early. Perfect timing. We have been coming to vacation at Serenity by the Sea for years and this year noted to Charles that we like the upgrades. It's very nice. Charles shared some of his pictures of his dolphin cruise. We decided to go on the same cruise and now we have our own dolphin pictures that we shared with him as well.
Sheri and I cherish your continued loyalty over the past years and glad you noticed the many upgrades and enhancements. We strive to upgrade the condo every year, as we and all of our returning guests love to stay somewhere that is kept extremely clean, updated, and enjoy nice comfortable furnishings and amenities.
We loved seeing your dolphin pictures from the sunset dolphin cruise we recommended. You got some really great shots of the dolphins surfing the wakes and waves.
See you again soon.
Sincerely,
Sheri and Charles...
Extraordinary!!
5/5 ★★★★★
We just had a wonderful stay at Sterling Reefs unit 906! Extremely pleased with this unit and all it had to offer! The cleanliness was superb and I’m usually very particular about that, and absolutely loved the tastefully amazing decor! It was so comforting to me! I can nit say enough good things about Charles and Sheri, the owners! They were so kind and helpful with information that helped ease my job of giving me and my family a very memorable vacation! It’s that kind of character that makes the difference and I truly appreciate it!
Thank you for being a great guest. We do hope you return soon. Thank you for your kind words about the furnishing. We are glad you had a great time at our Serenity by the Sea condo. Sheri and I have a great personal maid that cleans our condo to pristine levels. Hope you all had a good trip home.
Charles & Sheri...
This is the most wonderful place! Beautiful Beyond Compare. The only place I want to stay!!!
5/5 ★★★★★
This is the most wonderful place with a wonderful view of the beach. Beautiful Beyond Compare. Great sunsets. Everything you need is provided, from pots and pans to dishwasher pods to laundry detergent. We loved the little extra touches. I love the lounge chairs on the huge balcony. We got great views from the deck and also I got my tan on...all without leaving the privacy of my room. Very nice furniture and artwork make this an outstanding place to stay and entertain or relax. We will be back again and again!
Thank you for your review. We strive to give our guests the extra attention to detail and convenience that their vacation and limited beach time deserves. We know that what good is a dishwasher and washer and dryer if you have to go out and buy detergent just to use it. That is why we decided as an extra touch to provide this for our vacationers. Thanks for your comments to the decor. We take great pride in keeping the place in pristine condition. The same way that we would expect it to be when we get to stay there.
Thanks again and we hope to see you again next year. Most of our guests are repeat vacationers.
Sincerely,
Sheri and Charles...
Wonderful
5/5 ★★★★★
We have stayed in this same unit for several years. This is our first year with new owners Sheri & Charles and they were just as amazing as the previous owner. We love this unit. Charles and Sheri were great to work with.
Thank you for booking again several more times for the new 2018 season. See you soon.
Sheri and Charles...
Beautiful location and views. Completely satisfied.
5/5 ★★★★★
Sheri and Charles were a pleasure to work with. Upon arrival, condo was clean and exactly as pictured and expected. Great place and location, highly recommended!
Thank you, we just updated the pictures of the condo for 2018 with almost 50 new and current pictures from last season.
Charles and Sheri...
Great Beachfront Condo!
5/5 ★★★★★
We enjoyed a wonderful week in Panama City Beach. Most importantly, the property was clean. It was also convenient to state parks, shopping, fishing, and lots of restaurants. Would definitely stay again!
Thank you, We make sure that our condo is a clean and as pristine as possibly... time and time again. That is why we employ a private maid that only services our condo. Not those maid services where you get a different maid every time. That way we keep our own sheets and towels new and freshly cleaned for us and our guests to enjoy. We also know the quality of our maid and hold them to the highest standards and responsible.
Sheri and Charles...
Beautiful appartment at a great location with a large balcony and a gorgeous view
5/5 ★★★★★
Very nice apartment with a large balcony and a beautiful view, great location, waterpark at a walking distance and if you stop at the resort office they will give you a great value cupon. The unit is very clean, large and confortable, nicely decorated. The owners are very friendly and easy to comunicate with. The facility's common areas are well keep. Overall a great experience, will definitely recommended. Already considering to come back next year
Thank you for your excellent review of our condo. Your comments about the condo and view are extremely nice, especially since your family lives in Sarasota FL and have local access to the wonderful beaches in your hometown. Thanks again for staying with us here in Panama City Beach!
As owners, we are very proud of our condo and work hard to keep it beautiful for ourselves and our guests. We feel great pleasure when our guests have a great time and find the accommodations as wonderful as you described them in your review. We look forward to seeing you and your family again next year.
Sheri and Charles...
We had a great time!!
5/5 ★★★★★
We LOVED the unit. It was very clean and had really nice furniture. It really was like being at home for the week. The booking process was easy and with no hassle. Charles was very quick to get back to me with any questions that I had. The hotel was easy to get in and out without a lot of traffic. We are definitely planning on staying again next year!!
Thank you for your kind review. We really love to hear that our guests had a great time in our unit #906. We really love it too. We look forward to having you back next year.
Best Regards, Charles and Sheri.
WONDERFUL VACATION!
5/5 ★★★★★
This the perfect condo for our family. It was updated & clean! The views of the beach are breathtaking & the location is perfect. I think we have found our forever vacation home. The unit owner was very easy to work with & very accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Amy