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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12357.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator

Sleeping Arrangements
Three Story House
1st Floor | Guest 3, king bed; Guest 4, king bed, two twin beds
2nd Floor | Guest 1, king bed
3rd Floor | Master, king bed; Guest 2, king bed


Parking: This property provides four parking spots, giving guests plenty of space for multiple vehicles and ensuring easy, hassle free access throughout their stay.

Imagine a retreat so splendid, so imbued with the essence of luxury and the song of the sea, it seems to have emerged from the very whispers of the ocean. Welcome to Wave on Wave, a majestic Mediterranean sanctuary anchored along the water's edge, where the sands of the Emerald Coast stretch into infinity, and your soul finds its haven.

This elegantly poised three-story home, nestled in the exclusive embrace of the Destiny by the Sea community, is your gateway to an escape where the horizon is not just a boundary but a beginning. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, each corner of Wave on Wave is a testament to elegance, designed for those who seek to immerse themselves in the unparalleled beauty of beachfront living.

From the moment you step inside, the grandeur of this home unfolds before you. The first floor, a realm of comfort, hosts two guest bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other a king and twin ensemble, sharing a space where dreams are cradled by the sound of the sea. A laundry room here offers added convenience.

An elevator offers a restful alternative to the stairs as you ascend to the second floor, revealing the heart of Wave on Wave - a living room where expansive windows frame the coastline as if by magic, a balcony that calls you to linger over the endless blue, and a gourmet kitchen where culinary dreams come to life. On this floor, a guest sanctuary awaits, with a king bed, private en suite, and balcony access.

But the crown jewel of this coastal kingdom lies on the third floor - the master suite. More than a room, it is a domain unto itself, featuring a wood four-post king bed, a sunroom for serene mornings, and a private balcony that gazes upon the Gulf of Mexico. The en suite bath, with its mosaic-tiled jacuzzi tub and walk-in glass shower, is a spa realm designed for the gods.

Every detail of Wave on Wave speaks of a craftsmanship dedicated to luxury and beauty, from dual laundry facilities for unparalleled convenience to the balconies that serve as front-row seats to the majesty of the Gulf.

Guest Walk-Through
Three Story Unit
Floor 1: 2 bedrooms, laundry, 1 bathroom, deck
Floor 2: Kitchen, living room, dining room 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, balcony
Floor 3: Master suite, master bath, sunroom, bedroom, 1 bathroom, balcony, laundry

Unit Amenities- Elevator, beachfront, sunroom, balconies, 2 laundries, 2 refrigerators, garage, grill, parking for 4 vehicles. NO ELEVATOR USE.
Community Amenities- Gated Community, Private Beach Access, Pool, Hot Tub

About the Community of Destiny by the Sea
The exclusive gated community of Destiny by The Sea sits beachfront on Destin’s Scenic Highway 98, directly on the Gulf of Mexico and its pristine sugar white sand and emerald waters. Destiny by the Sea is just minutes from local restaurants, nearby shopping such as the Destin Commons, movie theaters, and family fun. It delivers all that is expected of a luxurious vacation with all the comforts of home. Destiny by the Sea offers two private beach accesses, swimming pool, hot tub, and professionally manicured grounds. Each home boasts a unique Mediterranean-style architecture that blends high end design finishes and gourmet kitchens with comfortable and luxurious beach living. The community provides full-time, 24-hour security. Amenities such as golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports and more are available locally at additional costs. Destiny by the Sea does not allow personal tents, canopies, or tarps on their private beach.

NO GOLF CART RENTALS ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY

Local Favorites
MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.

MVH Beach Closet
This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs for use during your stay.

MVH Rental Restrictions
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator on 21 May 2026 start from AU$2,008, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Emerald Bay Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy W.

Great time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a really wonderful time. It's an amazing house. Great customer service and amazing location. We will definitely be back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

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

We had a great time. Would definitely stay there again.

Great experience. My family really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Alicia B.

Nice house but needs TLC

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house had door locks that don’t lock and it was not cleaned well when we arrived.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay

This property was perfect for our extended family vacation. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne M.

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

Tranquility at its best!

Destin was beautiful and this home was amazing a few things needed repairs but no biggie.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frank M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, location
Not very inviting property. Didn’t get a sense we are welcome especially with the long list of things we can’t do or need to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Beautiful house on the beach

The house is roomy and comfortable and located in a quiet community. Nice decks facing the ocean. Good wifi and well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Reinando I.

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

Great

Enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

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

Fabulous family vacation

This was a fantastic property for our family of 6. We enjoyed the vastness of the house and the ability to spread out when necessary. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. It made for a great home away from home for the week! We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was by far the prettiest house we have stayed out over the past 6 or so years that we have been making family vacations for Thanksgiving week. It was a 3 generation trip with children from 4 to adults at 70. The dining room table was large enough that we were all able to eat together as a family. The living room had enough space to spread out. The house was absolutely great. There were only 2 drawbacks to the property and those were the deck/patio furniture was not very comfortable and the bathroom on the bottom floor is shared between 2 bedrooms - wish there had been a half bathroom on that level. The sitting area in the primary bedroom was so relaxing. The beds were very comfortable. We were able to enjoy our stay and make lots of memories. The boys were at the beach every day so the direct access was nice. We used the grill to make some meals at the house. The subdivision the house was located in was amazing. We had a great time. The management company was really good as well - checking on us through the week and answering all questions we had. Great stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Outstanding Home

One of our best vacations - our entire family stayed the full week. The home was exactly as listed, with plenty of room for all. The beach is private and every amenity available. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Great location. Comfortable for multiple people

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A family get-away. So relaxing. Great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lana S.

We absolutely loved Wave On Wave!

A great place to stay! This property had everything we needed and was comfortable. Loved being right on the beach. Could not ask for a better place. The only thing I would like to see is an extra refrigerator in the garage for extra goodies like drinks food etc. With so many people it would be nice to have that. I would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Beautiful neighborhood and location. House could use some updating but overall was nice. Washer and dryer did not work, tech was sent out quickly but unfortunately day we left.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gail S.

Rest and Relaxation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is amazing. It needs some TLC. The interior had issues and for the price point it should rate a 5 star in every area but it did not. The location is fabulous. Someone needs to invest a little to tidy it up to make it the perfect vacation location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

David T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location - items not included

Nice place, but you need to lug a your own things. Had only first day supplies of paper towels, trash bags, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent and toilet paper. Also ZERO beach towels at a beach house?!? Many of the doors have trouble with the hardware or are hard to close. 1st floor AC took 2 days to get down to 72 degrees, and top floor had three hornet nests on the eve. My idea of a vacation is to show up with expected things taken care of. This was not that.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline G.

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

Attractive house, kitchen equipment/tools need an upgrade. Great location!

It is an attractive house, with sufficient bedrooms and private bathrooms for my family of three couples and one single. However, the elevator was broken, which caused a lot of hauling to the 2nd and 3rd floors. The kitchen is on the 2nd floor. The exterior doors were difficult to open, and the kitchen stove took over 30 minutes to preheat. Old and much-used pots and pans, knives that did not cut well, and chipped dishes and cracked glasses. We did expect more at this price point. Also, no access to beach chairs, even though off-season, we did expect to have beach chairs. Good location and a pretty beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

So perfect, I never left the property....

The accommodations were perfect for our family. The gated community made us feel safe. The kitchen was well stocked. The dishwasher died and the property managers were very friendly and considerate and quick to replace it. Each room felt private. The bathrooms were fancy. The elevator helped loading and unloading, but more importantly, make the trip feasible for my husband's frail mother. The property came well supplied with beach chairs, boogie boards, rafts, and sand tools. The master bed was very soft (I like a firm mattress, so that was a personal struggle). The water temperature was hot and lasted through concurrent and back-to-back showers in several bathrooms. The locks on the balcony doors are near the end of their lifespan. I will definitely look out for availability of this property next year and hope I can make my plans in time. We stay in a beach home every summer - this was my favorite property without a doubt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Rosanne T.

Not what we expected

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When I booked this vacation, I was under the assumption private beach meant having the area in front of the house rental to ourselves. What we woke up to, were a line of rental chairs and umbrellas along the shoreline. Unfortunately, we then had to rent them in order to sit close to the water. For a family of 6, that wasn't a cheap additional charge. It's a beautiful home; however, the elevator wasn't working, and as any beach home, it could use some maintenance. Up and down 3 flights of stairs with luggage was a task. The beach and sand are beautiful. As for our family, with the amount of money this place cost, we were a little disappointed.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Amy C.

Gorgeous home & location, Dangerous walkway access

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is gorgeous and set in a beautiful location. We vacationed in Destiny by Sea for many years back in the early 2000's, so we are familiar with minor issues that invariably arise with every rental. That said, we cannot recommend this house for 3 main reasons.1. The beach access decking is severely splintered with protruding screw heads. It is also significantly leaning to the side. 2. The 2nd floor air conditioner was not working so no one could use the bedroom on that floor. It was hot even in May. The 1st and 3rd floor units worked great. 3. There was a lot of mold in the freestanding ice maker and clothes washer.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristy E.

Beautiful Vacation Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic stay! The house was very clean, spacious, and right on the beach! The gated neighborhood was safe and quiet. There were only a few things that I wish had been more clear: the listing says that umbrellas are provided but they have to be rented from a company, as per the HOA rules. I think this fee should just be included with the rental, since you're not allowed to put up your own umbrellas/canopies. The other smaller detail is that the directions to the home should include where the main gate is. We went to the wrong gate and had a lot of back and forth. That being said, the management company was very responsive and made sure we had everything we needed. Finally, the home is a but older, and the benches on the walkway to the beach were rotting/falling apart. We didn't need them, but could be a hazard. All in all, it was a beautiful home and we would definitely recommend it to any family!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Wonderful Beach Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our experience here was wonderful from start to finish. There was plenty of space for our family of six, my parents, and my sister and her husband. We all appreciated the king beds in every room, as well as the en suite bathrooms with an abundance of towels and wash rags. The washer and dryer on the first floor was marvelous. The kitchen was well stocked for the amount of cooking we did. Drinking coffee on the balcony, sleeping with the balcony doors open, the incredibly well-stocked room of beach toys, boogie boards, and a few inflatable rafts really sealed the deal for my kids! We have stayed at many beach houses through the years but this one topped them all. It was very convenient to rent chairs and umbrella set up for us each day. Management was easily reached at all times. The gated community felt safe and was easy for us to access (gate, pool, etc.) We stayed the week of thanksgiving and felt like we discovered the best kept secret in Florida - weather was cool but gorgeous. Mostly other families on the beach and it wasn’t crowded. Six adults, three teenagers and a six year old had an exceptional vacation. Outstanding location, attentive management, convenience at every turn; we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jase D.

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

Nice

Very nice neighborhood. Very nice house and the rooms have a lot of room. Easy access to beach . This is our first time staying in a house at the beach and it won’t be our last
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

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

Good house with great location but wouldn’t return

Overall house is nice with some interesting decor (tiles, ceiling, etc). We stayed here in October with parents, kids and grandparents. Plenty of living space and bedrooms are good size. However, we all decided we probably wouldn’t stay here again as we have stayed in better places at this price point. Rental is dingier than expected. For example there are hand/finger prints on all of the white interior doors that make things feel dirty. Bathrooms are all very tight (except master). To the point where you have to turn sideways to get past open door and into bathroom. Beach towels not included which is stated when you book but very annoying considering it’s a house on the beach and the price of the rental. We’ve stayed in many other places where they are included and it’s so much easier. The “starter” items are ridiculously small or minimal. For example, the kitchen dish soap is about 2 inches tall. The $ store has larger bottles than that. And there is 1 garbage bag in the kitchen and that’s it. We are used to bringing extra tp, paper towels, dishwasher pods, etc with us but this rental’s starters were more extreme than normal. Again, it comes back to the price point where you expect a little bit more amenities/service/quality when you are paying this much for a rental house. Lastly, we had issues with the back door lock not working properly and unknowingly had left it unlocked for the first half of the week including while we were out or sleeping which is a huge safety issue. We had maintenance come out twice to fix it. The second time, maintenance admitted this is an ongoing issue with this door and that the lock needs to be replaced. After working on it for 30 minutes he was able to get it to lock and advised us to not use this door for the rest of the week. The guys who came out to fix things were very nice and helpful but the ladies you talk to on the phone are less service oriented. For these reasons we would go somewhere else next time and also avoid My Vacation Haven rental properties in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Poor management

Property was great…location was great….management groupware the worst I have ever dealt with…broken dryer no follow up……called the company daily with no solutions offered…said they would send clean towels went to the wrong house…finally received some on the last day….will never stay at house management by this company ever again!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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