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Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets

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Private pool in a fenced yard.
Private, heated pool and fenced backyard
Kitchen with granite counters and huge center island with breakfast bar.
Living room with comfortable seating for your group.
Jimmy Buffet dining and grilling deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14276.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom #1 - Primary BR

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2- Second Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

4 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #1 Primary Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #2 - Second Primary ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom #4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom #5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets

Southern Sands Destin:
Stay in this welcoming beach house that is a block to beach access, dining and shopping. Walk to Camille's for breakfast, lunch or dinner - live music on weekends. Explore Destin Commons for dining, shopping and events, less than 1 mile.

This 5-bedroom house has a private, heated pool and dining deck that you can enjoy with your family and friends. The huge backyard with a private pool that lights up at night, 2 masters, four kings & foosball/games - we've got everything you need for a great vacation!

Many upgrades that include the following: 2 renovated primary bathrooms, NEW bathroom on third floor, new LP flooring, festive outdoor LED lights over the dining deck and the pool (brings the backyard to life at night).

ABOUT THE HOUSE:
You will love the wrap-around porch, many balconies/porches, grilling/dining deck, plus private/heated pool. The large backyard and pool will provide the place to relax and unwind outdoors with your family and friends.

Inside the home, the main level has a comfortable living area for your guests to enjoy. It provides an open concept living area with foosball in the game area, comfortable television viewing area, games/puzzles/cards, and book nook. The kitchen has a center island/breakfast bar and dining area The kitchen door leads directly to the outdoors to a huge backyard for relaxing, swimming, grilling, and dining.
You will find 5 bedrooms, each with televisions, and three have private balconies.

BEDROOMS:
BR #1 Primary king bedroom with bathroom suite, balcony, sleeps 2
BR #2 King bedroom with bathroom suite, sleeps 2
BR #3 King bed with balcony, sleeps 2
BR #4 King bed with balcony, sleeps 2
BR #5 Bunk room with 4 twins, sleeps 4
Main Area: Queen sofa bed, sleeps 2

BATHROOMS:

Bath #1 Primary suite with updated shower & glass door, double sinks, tub, and toilet
Bath #2 2nd bathroom suite with updated shower, sink, and toilet
Bath #3 Shower, sink, & toilet
Bath #4 Bathroom, shower with tile to ceiling, glass door, double sinks, and toilet
Bath #5 Half bath on main with sink & toilet

HOUSE AMENITIES:
• Fenced backyard to enjoy with private pool (28" X 17"), and LED lights at night around the pool and dining deck (Oct to May - ask for the rate to heat the pool).
• NEW hard surface LP flooring throughout the house
• NEW bathroom on third floor, 2 primary bath suites updated with glass door showers and tile to the ceiling, new counters and sinks
• Jimmy Buffet outdoor deck for grilling & dining that overlooks the pool.
• Florida style front porch to hang out and relax.
• The wraparound porch begins at the front, and leads to the backyard.
• Fenced and private backyard oasis.
• Outdoor shower with foot washing station
• Two outdoor storage chests with beach gear/pool floats and toys for you to use during your stay. The house provides the following: chairs, mats, floats, noodles, boards, buckets, shovels & more.
• Game zone has foosball, card table for games, puzzles, cards, chess and more
• 5 bedrooms - 4 kings, 4 singles (bunk beds), sofa bed & pack-n-play
• Two master bedrooms with attached, bath ensuites
• Large family room with comfortable seating & television
• Book nook in the reading area
• Desk area for laptop and charging station
• Stocked kitchen with all necessities for cooking and eating meals at a vacation home.
• Kitchen has solid surface counters, center island/breakfast bar with extra seating
• Parking on the driveway
• Three private balconies that are attached to bedrooms, second and third floors
• Televisions in each bedroom and living area - with Roku
• Tankless water heater for endless hot showers
• Central air & additional mini-splits in the 4th and 5th bedrooms
• Washer and dryer
• Bunk room to sleep 4
• Smoke-free inside the home, smoking permitted outside
• All linens and bath towels provided.
• Pool towels & beach mats provided
• Starter supplies: toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, soap and shampoo.
• Dogs are only allowed on case by case basis, with a dog fee.
• Golf cart rental available, 6-person

THE BEACH:
There are many options to arrive at the sugar white sand and emerald green waters. You have various beach accesses just one block away, a short walk from the house - use beach cart, or rent the golf cart. Public beach is close by with extra parking, showers, bathhouse, restaurant and shaded picnic areas.

THE AREA:
The home is located in the desirable Crystal Beach, a beach house neighborhood in Destin, it has the best of both worlds. It is a quaint beach house community that is very close to many activities such as; shopping, dining, fishing, boating, golfing and etc.. Also, it is the ideal community for walking, biking, and jogging on the paved path along the streets to the beach.

Visit Crab Island, Destin Commons, Harbor Walk, Okaloosa Pier, Gulfarium, Baytowne Wharf, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Big Kahuna Water Park, dining, shopping, biking, golfing and more - or just relax at the beach and pool.

The area is loved for some of the best fishing in the world, Destin is known as the "World's luckiest Fishing Village". During the month of October, the Fisherman's Rodeo and Seafood Festival are very popular.

There are many activities within minutes of our home. When you arrive, you will find the "House book" with information about things to do, dining options and etc. Many restaurants and activities nearby

Check out other 5B, VRBO properties:
OceanRetreatVilla #1667191 ,5b located in a gated community of Destiny East, with amazing salt-water private pool/spa and lots of extra amenities, walking distance

BeachWalkRetreat #2308626, completely renovated 5b, 6b with salt-water pool & spa, 3 houses to the beach access, in Crystal Beach.

Come during the Destin Fishing Rodeo, October 1st-31st!!! The Seafood Festival is the first weekend of the month. And, enjoy the amazing sunsets, directly over the ocean.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love to have kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet must be crated when left in the house alone.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside house and patio only
Please complete the rental agreement to confirm your booking. Golf cart rentals are available on request.
We allow dogs, they must be crated when left alone, with a daily cleaning fee of $50 per day to cover extra cleaning.
October to April, you can request to heat the pool with a daily charge (covers gas and electric).

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. 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 - 4 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Destin Commons - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pazzo Italiano Destin - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, pets located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Jan Tassitano, Beach Walk Retreat

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Welcome to Gulf Breeze Vacations! We have three 5b beach houses that are steps to the ocean: Southern Sands, Ocean Retreat Villa & Beach Walk Retreat.
I'm Jan - lover of food, travel, exercise and meeting new people. My husband and I have adult twins in Atlanta; and most of our time we are in Destin.
I look forward to sharing our beach house with you and your family/friends! Our goal is for you to have a memorable vacation! Let us know if this is your first time to Destin, and we can assist you.

Why they chose this property

The house is located in Crystal Beach, in the middle of everything, and a great home base. Destin Commons is a mile away with shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Turn west to go to HarborWalk, Okaloosa Island; or turn east to go to Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Baytowne Wharf and 30A.
The Crystal Beach neighborhood has lots of sidewalks that lead to the beach.

What makes this property unique

The house has everything you need! You have plenty to do while inside such as: foosball in the game area, television for streaming movies and books in the reading nook. There is a pub table in the game zone that you can enjoy board games, chess, cards, books and puzzles.
Outside, you can enjoy dining on the deck while overlooking the pool.
We provide beach gear for you to use during your stay such as: chairs, boogie boards, beach mats, wagon and more.

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