Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
First Floor - Bonus Den
1 Double Sofa Bed
First Floor - Guest Bedroom
4 Single Bunk Beds
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Third Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First Floor - Guest Bathroom
Second Floor - Guest Bathroom
Second Floor - Master Bathroom
Third Floor - Master Bathroom
Third Floor - Powder Room
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
About this property
Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand!
Dune Vista -
Fall in love with this spectacular 5 bedroom 4.5 bath private beach home. With Over 5,600 square feet of luxurious design and finishings, this home is sure to please! Nestled on the outskirts of Destin (Dune Allen Beach) This high end rental is close to countless locations for shopping and dining. You are within walking distance to Stinky’s Fish Camp which offers some of the best Seafood South Walton has to offer. Dune Allen Beach is wonderful because you have the seclusion of being on Scenic Hwy. 30A, but you’re only a few miles from Sandestin. Here you will find a Publix supermarket, Silver Sands outlets, and the Village Of Baytowne Wharf.
Often referred to as “the town that began it all”, Santa Rosa Beach is the first established community in South Walton. Today, many of the communities that make up this majestic collection of beachfront developments are technically in Santa Rosa Beach. The most notable is Gulf Place home to restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. Other attractions include Eden State Garden Park and the Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club. Guests seeking to spend their vacation in Santa Rosa Beach can opt for studio style condos at Gulf Place, large vacation homes with private pools near the beach or beachfront custom homes or townhomes.
First Floor: Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa, Kitchenette, Bedroom with Four Twin Bunks.
Second Floor: King Master Bedroom, King Bedroom, Queen Bedroom.
Third Floor: King Master Bedroom, Living Area, Dining, Kitchen.
*Add $50.00 per day to heat pool (available October - April if needed).
*Rates reflect a discount for nearby construction.
*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Dune Allen Beach, a neighbourhood in Santa Rosa Beach. While the natural beauty of Santa Rosa Beach and Grayton Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting.
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King - 7 min drive
Palm Folly Hard Seltzer - 7 min drive
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club - 19 min walk
Outcast Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Pub Grimes - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand!?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand! on 2 May 2026 start from AU$560, 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 Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dune Vista - Dune Allen Beach! 30A! Gulf Views! Private Pool! Steps to the Sand! located?
Located in Dune Allen Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of South Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Beach. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Santa Rosa Beach Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Property worked great for our family vacation. Lots of stairs for my Aunt but everyone had a great t
Everything was easy from booking to check in. We really enjoyed being close to the beach and having the pool.
Cody B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beautiful shores again soon.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle G.
27 Apr 2019
The stay was great!!
We had a fantastic time at Dune Allen Beach! The house was amazing and we loved that it was right on the beach! Thanks so much!
Danielle G.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Danielle, Thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your recent stay at "Dune Vista" by Ocean Reef Resorts. We hope your travels bring you back our way again soon!
Very roomy, clean, great location. Loved having the pool. Wouldn’t be great for an older couples with the 3 sets of stairs. We had our legs toned by the time we left. We would stay again!!
Ashley N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
We appreciate your kind words about the property! We hope that you are able to make your way back to the beach very soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
This is my favorite house to stay in on the beach. It’s spacious enough for my family and their friends to come and enjoy a week at the beach. The master suite with steamer and oversized jetted tub are my favorite part. I loved this house last year and love it even more this one.
Allison S.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2023
Welcome back! We are happy to host returning customers like yourself and would love to have that honor again in the very near future. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
We had a wonderful stay at Dune Vista. Everything was as shown on the listing. Lots of room for multiple generations. The location is fantastic. You can see the beach and watch the dolphins rain or shine. It was very convenient. We plan to return next year.
Chris E.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2021
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back to our beautiful shores soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Dune Allen was an amazing property! It was right on the beach, super easy to access. The property is the perfect distance away from the masses so the traffic wasn’t terrible. It’s a short golf cart ride away from restaurants.
This might be a pro/or con depending on the ages of guests. The bunk room is on the bottom floor, which for smaller kids was a tad too far from the other bedrooms and parents. The house is pretty large.
The ice machine was a great addition and the private pool was soo nice!
stefanie h.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
We appreciate your kind words about the property! We hope that you are able to make your way back to the beach very soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Our week long stay with the kids and grandkids was most enjoyable. Accessibility to the beach is convenient and the view from the 3rd floor in most impressive. Being there the first week of November it was perfect having the heated pool. The grandkids spent many hours there plus they had plenty of poolside chair and what seemed to be a new gas grill where we enjoyed cook outs pool side. The only down side was the many steps. At age 70 I'm in good enough shape to handle the stairs but for some tis could be a challenge. Over all it is a beautiful home and the amenities covered all our needs.
Dan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2021
Thank you for staying with us! We are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with the property and it's location. We hope to see you on the shore again soon!
House if great location. The pool heater didn't work had to call several times to get it fixed. a/c on 2nd floor wasn't working- they did bring in portable a/c units to help. The carpet had stains and the furniture. For the cleaning fee you pay you would think these items would be addressed. We found cockroaches in the unit. I spent way to much time on the phone and email trying to address maintenance issues- this was supposed to be a vacation and the for price shouldn't have to deal with anything but unpacking.
Robin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2025
We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. Please rest assured that we’ve already submitted work orders for the items you mentioned, and they will be addressed promptly. We strive to ensure every guest has a comfortable, problem-free experience, and we hope to have the chance to serve you again in the future. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
We really loved the house and location to the beach was wonderful. Our location was good and it was a short ride to the grocery and about a 20 min drive to Destin for other offerings. Problems were: the jacuzzi in master on 3rd for only had 3 jets working and the steam shower did not work at all; the whirlpool tub in the master on the 2nd floor did not work; the door code did not work but was able to get that quickly fixed; the fan in the living area on the 3rd floor did not work; the ice maker did not work and the light in the bathroom at the top of the stairs on the 3rd floor kept going on and off. Other than those problems it was a wonderful vacation. The house was plenty big enough for the number of people in our party and the kids loved the pool. I would recommend this location to other friends and families.
Betty M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
We are very sorry that you ran into these problems during your stay. I can assure you that all items mentioned have been added into work orders and will be taken care of promptly. Please do not let this deter you from using our services in the future as we strive to make each guests stay as comfortable and problem free as possible. We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Lovely property needing some basic maintenance. Several door locks did not lock function
Pool wasn't usable for first 5 days - gross. Door locks were a safety concern. Screening was torn in several places. Chair in pool deck was broken. several chairs broken on porch. Lamp in 2 nd floor king room broken. Multiple light bulbs were out.
Steve W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2020
Steve - Thank you for staying with us and we appreciate you bringing these items to our attention. The pool is cleaned twice a week, unless there are weather delays or other interferences that may occur. Nonetheless, we have addressed this with the pool vendor and have since had the matter rectified. As for the door locks, the homeowner has recently upgraded most locks within the home and we have sent maintenance over to ensure all are in working order. These unique locks operate on a 3 point locking system created for high winds and heightened home security. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts and we hope to host you again in the very near future.
The home was very nice and comfortable. Great accessibility to the beach with great views of the water. There are a lot of stairs to get to the main floor, but the space and views are worth the climb.. The elevator would be beneficial for members of a party with mobility challenges. The bedrooms are spacious and the bunk bed room and down train lounge area is super cool,! The grill needs to be either professionally cleaned or replaced. We had to purchase a new propain tank for the grill to work, and it was still not working well. There is a broken chair at the pool that needs to be removed and disposed of. Other than that, the stay was wonderful.!
Geri M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2021
Thank you for providing your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know when you plan on another trip to the area. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Archival
6/10 Okay
russell r.
8 Aug 2015
Nice but needs some TLC
The location of this house is awesome. Don't get me wrong the house was a great place to stay but IT NEEDS MUCH MAINTENANCE! Overall the house is dirty. Baseboards, windows, light fixtures, laundry room, air vents are all cakes with dirt. Ceiling is falling in master bathroom on 2nd floor. The dryer exhaust hose and outside bent are cakes with lint, a big time fire hazard. Carpets need cleaning. Even the tile in 2nd floor bathroom is white where people walk and black with cakes on dirt where they don't walk. The corners of the baseboards are cakes with dirt. There is no stick vac to do daily sand extraction from the floors. The drains on the 3 a/c units that drain the water condensation from the inside blowers were clogged causing the units to shutdown. We had to clean them out. Again we had a great time but this house needs some major MAINTENANCE and cleaning. There are few amentities other than its located on the beach. The owner needs to step in here. Not having access to the elevator is a BIG negative for me. I understand how people would abuse this feature and the cost to fix it would be a reason to keep it turned off.....but there is no $$ being spent on the house upkeep anyway......so???
russell r.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time here at Dune Vista! We will be sure to address the cleaning issue you mentioned, thank you for bringing this to our attention. Please note - this home is not advertised with elevator or stick vacuum but there is a standard vacuum provided.
Thanks again! We hope your travels bring you back soon!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
sarah d.
16 July 2017
The house is absolutely unbelievable! The pictures of the house just don't do it justice!
The floor plan was absolutely perfect for our entire family that included 4 separate families with 13 people! Prepare yourself for stairs, we definitely got a leg workout lol, however the tri-level house allowed everyone their own space with several common areas so you never felt crowded. The top balcony off the kitchen and living area have a breathtaking view of the ocean where we saw dolphins almost every morning. There is also a balcony on the second level that overlooks the ocean. The pool is clean, warm and has lounge chairs and a table to provide the perfect setting to cook out with the grill provided! Although this house sits right behind a house on the beach it is a super convenient walk from the garage door to the sand. Dune Allen Beach was the perfect choice of beach and we will never go anywhere else! It was never crowded and we always had a perfect spot for our chairs. Ocean Reef provides you with the basics for your first night stay such as a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom, a packet of dishwasher soap, and mini bottles of shampoo and soap. We found out that there were some necessities needed on our Walmart list so I thought I would share. Definitely add laundry detergent, dish soap, dishwasher soap, scrub brush, baggies, trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, paper plates, bleach wipes, salt and pepper, Pam or cooking oil, solo cups. There is a Walmart less than 3 miles away but the absolute BEST advice I can offer is make a menu for the week and do a pickup order at the Walmart in destin!!! It's a 30 minute drive but will save you hours of grocery shopping for everything you need. Order it online, pick a pickup date and time, pull up and they load it, seriously a life saver. Oh and people leave beach items by the trash cans that they purchased and didn't want to cart back home so we scored multiple boogie boards, water guns, sand toys, boat raft and skim boards without having to purchase and then left them for the next family which is a great way to pay it forward!!! Overall you won't be disappointed if you book this house!
sarah d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Sarah, thanks for staying with us. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much. Just give us a call when you're ready to return.
Thanks,
Scott
Enjoyed location, property maintained and clean. TVs need updating and internet slow. Ice maker in kitchen was very nice to have. Heated pool was not very warm. Overall would stay again especially if updates were made.
Mark H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2021
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beautiful shores again soon.
House was perfect for our family of 12. Location was amazing and views wonderful. I found the beds comfortable and rooms large. The bunk room was perfect for the kids!
We had a little problem with pool heater but it was fixed promptly! Enjoyed our stay!
Shannon T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2021
Thank you for staying with us! We are pleased to hear that you are satisfied with the property and it's location. We hope to see you on the shore again soon!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Shaun S.
10 Jan 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Try to charge us for previous damage and property had no hot water in kitchen or 2nd floor smallbatg
For what they charge to clean it the place was still dirty upon checking in. Urine was on master bath on 3rd floor. Looked like floor was not mopped or dusted. I have been checked out for two weeks and get a charge for paint damage that was in the first floor bunkroom that we did not use other than getting a comforter out of the first night because the heat didn't work on the 2nd floor. Damage was there previously. Total scammers. They tried to send in a plumber during a pandemic that we did not request. No hot water in kitchen or small bath on 2nd floor. Pool was heated per my request but was not clean. House was fine and on the beach but had a lot to be desired and they try to charge you for prior property damage and use. There were some light fixtures missing, screen on third floor was unattached at the bottom. Don't waste your time with this company as they are shady and try to pass the buck to unsuspecting customers who did not cause damage. We had three people over 70 and two over 40 and an infant. We were only on the 2nd and third floors other than when we left to get to our car. Do not use ocean reef property.
Shaun S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2021
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. The home was touched up the day of your arrival and was inspected by a senior representative. When you reported that the heat was not working I do see that we sent over a technician to work on the problem as well as space heaters to keep you warm for the time being also you reported no hot water and you requested it to be fixed so we did not have any other choice than to send a plumber to take care of the problem. As for the paint damage many representatives from our company had been in the home in previous days and it was not there nor was it reported until after your departure. Nonetheless we do apologize for any inconvenience you may have encountered on your vacation as we strive to keep our homes in the best condition possible and make each stay comfortable for each guest.
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your vacation! We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Theodore F P.
13 June 2019
My vacation rental
The house was beautiful and we loved the fact that it was right on the beach, but we could have used the elevator. We had 4 seniors and one person with back issues and the elevator would have made it easier of us all. The owners should have it operating for the amount of money we paid. Thank You
Theodore F P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your vacation! We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Suzy W.
11 Sept 2018
Wonderful beach house with great views
This house is very spacious with 3 floors. I would say it would not be good with those who have issues with stairs...you will get a work out bringing in the groceries. The are 2 master bedrooms that are both huge with equally large bathrooms. The top floor has a screened in porch. The kitchen even has a separate ice maker. We loved it!
Suzy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback! Happy to hear how much you enjoyed your recent stay at "Dunevista" by Ocean Reef Resorts! Let us know when your travels bring you back to the Emerald Coast!
Verified
8/10 Good
Jamie W.
2 Sept 2018
Beautiful house, beautiful beach
We stayed in Aug 2018 with two toddlers, two adults, and two seniors. The house was beautiful, even better than the pictures. Very open and updated.
The walk to the beach is so quick and the pool is a nice size with plenty of chairs. Pool is mostly shaded in the afternoon which was a nice break from the beach sun.
The property management company was accodmating and helped make our stay easier.
The minor problems we did encounter:
- the house needed to be cleaned better when we arrived, we requested the tables/counters rewiped and floors swept, which they did for us, but it still wasn’t totally clean.
-My parents had a hard time with the all of the stairs (which would be a problem with any 3 story house)
- the outdoor grill was too dirty to attempt to clean and use
Overall, the house worked great for us just wish it’d been cleaned better.
Jamie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Jamie, We appreciate your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the home. Give us a call when you would like to start planning another trip to the beach!
Verified
8/10 Good
Charles L.
19 Aug 2018
Amazing, family friendly
It was great. Everyone enjoyed it thoroughly. Only downside is that the stairs are killer!! Use of the elevator would have made it a 5star experience.
Charles L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Unfortunately for safety concerns none of our private home elevators are accessible. Give us a call when you wish to return to the beautiful beaches of South Walton!
Verified
8/10 Good
Sherry T.
9 July 2018
The Dune Vista House is perfect for a family beach vacation!!
The house was the perfect location and big enough for our family of 13. The pool was very nice when we wanted to come up from the beach. Loved the garage where all of our beach items were stored overnight. The only negative was the house was lacking in cleanliness. Nothing had been dusted and baseboards and corners of rooms were dirty. Overall, we loved the house for location, especially since the Destin roads are so tore up for construction. We liked how the bedrooms were split up for more privacy. In conclusion, the decor was nice but the bottom floor sofa could be cleaned as with dusting the rest of the house. Would love to have a full length mirror and my moms room didn’t have a television.
Sherry T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Sherry, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef, all cleaning items have been addressed and will be taken care of accordingly. Give us a call when you want to start planning another great trip to the beach!
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