Welcome to Day Dreamin - This updated fifth-floor condo is ideally located for enjoying panoramic gulf views from the spacious living room, master bedroom and private balcony. Recently renovated, this stylish 1, 299-sq.-ft. beach condo has two bedrooms and two full baths, but it also has twin bunks in the hall and can easily sleep eight guests. Fully updated with tile-wood floors, and featuring new lighting and ceiling fans with fresh decor, this well-appointed beach retreat goes the extra mile with large smart TVs in the living room and bedrooms, plus USB ports to ensure the ultimate comfort and convenience. Head into the modern open kitchen, where new stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and cool granite counters complement a full range of white cabinets. A breakfast bar seats four for casual dining, along with a dining table offering ample space for enjoying home cooking or takeout when not dining out nearby. The primary suite has a king-sized bed with a sitting area for watching the crashing waves and stunning sunsets, along with a chic ensuite bathroom with an updated twin vanity, walk-in shower and deep soaking tub. The generous guest bedroom comfortably accommodates two queen beds, and custom blackout curtains allow you to sleep in after a night on the town. Sharky's, Runaway Island, and other restaurants and bars are within easy walking distance from this family-friendly resort, which boasts an onsite Starbucks in the Skybar Lounge. Bustling Pier Park attractions are just a 10-minute drive away. Emerald Beach Resort has excellent amenities, including a retail shop, tiki bar, arcade, fitness room and three pools (one seasonally heated). Yoga and organized poolside activities keep everyone entertained, along with the beautiful white sandy beach and emerald gulf waters. This condo has also been a successful vacation rental, producing over $53K in rental income in 2023 and has already done $42K in 2024 with more on the books!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14.0 x 17.0
- Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13.0 x 15.0
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 1 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Bunk Room: 7.50 x 7.50
- Bunk Room Level: First
- Balcony: 13.00 x 11.00
- Balcony Level: First
- Living Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 14.0
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Floor Tile
- Furnished - All
- Hallway Bunk Beds
- Lighting Recessed
- Pantry
- Renovated
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Window Treatment All
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
- Microwave
- Refrigerator W/IceMk
- Smoke Detector
- Stove/Oven Electric
- Washer
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 8.0 x 12.0
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 8.0 x 10.0
- Kitchen Level: First
Exterior and Lot Features
- BBQ Pit/Grill
- Hot Tub
- Patio Covered
- Pool - In-Ground
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Community
- Pool Private: Yes
Waterfront and Water Access
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Covered, Garage Detached
Home Features
- View: Gulf, Unit Waterview Only
- Energy: AC - Central Elect, Heat Cntrl Electric, Ceiling Fans, Water Heater - Elect
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 4202
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Insurance, Internet Service, Management, Security, Sewer, Water, Cable TV, Trash
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1401
School Information
- Elementary School: Hutchinson Beach
- High School: Arnold
- Middle School: Surfside
Amenities and Community Features
- BBQ Pit/Grill
- Beach
- Community Room
- Deed Access
- Elevators
- Exercise Room
- Game Room
- Pavillion/Gazebo
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- TV Cable
- Waterfront
- Whirlpool
- Facilities: BBQ PitGrill2, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Picnic Area, TV Cable3, Deed Access, Community Room, PavillionGazebo2, Elevators, Pool2, Beach, Whirlpool, Exercise Room, Waterfront, Game Room
- Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Elevators, Exercise Room, Game Room, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Pool, TV Cable, Waterfront, Whirlpool
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 5953
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Bay
- Directions: From Highway 79 travel east on Front Beach Road to 14701 Front Beach Road at Emerald Beach Resort. Park across the street in the temporary parking or in the garage.
- Tax Year: 2023
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 27 - Bay County
- Property Subtype: condo
- MLS Area Minor: 2718 - Beach - Central South
- Source Neighborhood: EMERALD BEACH RESORT
- Parcel Number: 40000-300-040
- Subdivision: EMERALD BEACH RESORT
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1299
- Year Built: 2007
- Building Area Source: County PA Records
- Building Area Total: 1299
- Property Age: 17
- Property Condition: Construction Complete
- Building Total Stories: 25
Utilities
- Electric
- Public Sewer
- Public Water
- TV Cable