Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
41 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Guest Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Guest Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Guest Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest Bathroom (Down Stairs)
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Guest Bathroom (Up Stairs)
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!!
Welcome to Pelican Perch!
4 bedroom, 2.5 bath luxurious beach house only 1/2 mile (2 minute drive or 10 minute walk) to the emerald waters and sugary white sands, with no roads to cross!! Located along Scenic 98 in the Miramar Beach community of Destin. Gulf Pines is a quiet hidden gem, tucked away from the crowds and offers private beach access and parking for Gulf Pines homeowners only, and their guest.
Conveniently located to a variety of family friendly dining, shopping and entertainment. The Silver Sands Premium Outlet is 1 mile and you’re minutes away from Destin Commons, Big Kahuna Water Park, The Village of Baytowne Wharf, Harbor Walk Village and much more. So many options, but so little time!
Start the mornings off by sipping coffee on the wrap around front porch while enjoying the quiet community of Gulf Pines. Tastefully decorated throughout, to include a fully equipped kitchen with premium appliances, gas stove, and granite counter tops. Connecting the living room, dining room (seats 8), and kitchen bar (seats 3), you will have no shortage of space, for a nice meal and good conversation. The living room comfortably seats 8 and has a large 70" flat screen TV viewable from both the living room and kitchen/bar. If you must do laundry while you are here, the large laundry room with a front load washer and dryer will make the job easier.
When you're not at the beach, you'll enjoy the spacious backyard, private pool 15x30 (heating option available) with outdoor dining, and pool loungers. We have both gas and a charcoal grill for convenience and preference. Pelican Perch offers all the comforts of home, but all the vacation amenities one would expect.
**** Pelican Perch is excited to announce we've added a new amenity for our guest; a brand new 6 seater golf cart as a rental option. Please email us for additional details.****
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: (Sleeps 11)
MAIN LEVEL: Master Bedroom - King Bed, 55" Flat Screen TV, En-Suite Bath With Walk-In Shower, and Dual Vanities.
Guest Bedroom - King Size Bed, 50" Flat Screen TV, Jack-and-Jill Bathroom, with shower/tub combo, and Dual Vanities.
Guest Bedroom - King Size Bed, 50" Flat Screen TV
SECOND FLOOR: Forth Bedroom With (2) Queen Beds, (1) Single Bed, 55" Flat Screen TV, With 1/2 Bathroom.
HOME LUXURIES: - Free WiFi - DVD Players - Flat Screen TV's - Private Gated Beach Access - Outdoor Dining - Private Swimming Pool w/ Heating Option Available - Outdoor Shower - Outdoor Surround Sound To Enjoy Your Favorite Music Pool Side
Add $50/daily to heat pool. Available October 1st- May 1st and must be purchased for entire stay
Saturday check-in and Saturday check-out; during peak periods this property has 7-night minimum.
No parties, weddings or events can be held at the property, nor common areas. Otherwise, guests will be subject to HOA, Community and other associated fines.
Check In 4:00pm (CT) | Check Out 9:00AM (CT)
Guest are able to park a maximum of 5 vehicles in the driveway per the HOA guidelines. Additional parking is not available.
CLEANING PRACTICES: All sheets, towels and blankets are laundered between each reservation. All cleaning supplies are top grade and antibacterial. We want to ensure everyone enjoys their vacation and is happy and healthy!
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
Sand Dollar Hideaway 4 Bedroom & 4 Bath Cottage with Guest House
Gulf Pines
Sand Dollar Hideaway 4 Bedroom & 4 Bath Cottage with Guest House
A rental contract will be emailed over upon booking. The signed rental contract & a copy of your drivers license is required to secure your booking.
If we do not receive your booking documents within 48 hours, we reserve the right to cancel your reservation
& withhold a admin fee of $299.00, plus booking fees from your initial deposit.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1761269vb
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Miramar Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulf Pines, a neighbourhood in Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Santa Rosa Beach. Sirens at the Beach and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting.
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Miramar Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Baytowne Wharf - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 19 min walk
Circle K - 2 min drive
Whataburger - 2 min drive
Sandcastles Restaurant and Lounge - 3 min drive
Bistrology - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!!?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!! on 25 July 2026 start from AU$966, 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.
Is Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!!?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Pelican Perch - Private Pool, Direct Private Beach Access & Golf Cart Avail!! located?
Located in Gulf Pines, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sirens at the Beach and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Miramar Beach is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have been vacationing in the Destin area for many years and this home was one of our favorites. It was very clean, comfortable and spacious. The private pool was great as well. We look forward to staying at Pelican Perch again!
The house was perfect for our family. Plenty of room to spread out and grandkids loved upstairs dorm like bedroom. The private yard and pool were beautiful. The easy access to private beach was a big plus. We had a wonderful family vacation!
We came to Destin for our grandson’s beach wedding. The home was clean and just perfect for our family of nine adults and two children. The swimming pool was awesome and the golf cart was perfect for trips to the beach. We all really enjoyed our stay and would love to return again in the future!
Beautiful home, super clean, and conveniently located. This home was exactly what the listing portrayed it to be. The entire property exceeded our expectations and we would most definitely stay here in the future. Highly recommend!
This has become our families favorite vacation location. The house is modern, clean and is located is a perfect location. My girls love the private pool and the chairs at the beach are perfect for Starbucks with my wife every morning. The property managers are very responsive. We can’t wait until next year!
We enjoyed our stay at Pelican Perch. The home is comfortable for a family. We cooked in the kitchen (the oven is amazing! It’s a Cafe appliance!), swam in the large pool, and played games that were provided in the living room entertainment center. The golf cart was perfect to load up the beach gear and take the short drive to the private beach access. This was the best part! We really never had to leave the subdivision to get to the beach fun. The host was very quick to respond when we had simple questions. Great stay!
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. Everything was clean and the property manager was quick to answer any questions. Close to the beach. Gulf cart is a must, making trips to the beach easy. Pool was very nice and house has a nice sized yard. Definitely would stay here again. Beach area was nice and not too busy. We were able to put up our canopy on the beach to allow for shade. Neighborhood is very nice and quiet.
Great house, beach, pool! Exactly what we were looking for. Golf cart is a must! House layout is great. Kitchen fully stocked. One small issue with the washing machine and host response was immediate. Highly recommend this house!
We had a wonderful time at Pelican perch this summer. The home is the perfect size for our multi aged family. The pool was our favorite place to hang out! We loved having the golf cart to get us to the beach. Management was very quick and responsive to any needs we had during the week. And also told us about all the favorite hot spots for dinner or lunch!! Thanks for a wonderful stay!!!!
Jennifer D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2021
Thank you for your kind words and booking with us. We'd love to host you again soon!
We LOVED our stay at Pelican Perch! Everything was thought of in this new build! From the high end finishes to the well stocked kitchen & monogrammed towels, everything was perfect! Our kids loved the personalized sand buckets filled with goodies for them upon our arrival. The management was amazing & communicated with us so well from start to finish. I can’t say enough great things about Pelican Perch!
Jill W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Jill, thank you for the wonderful review! It was our pleasure having you vacation with us and we certainly hope to have you and your family again next summer!
We really enjoyed this property!! From the very beginning the owners had great communication. And they checked on us multiple times during our stay. They informed us of places to go for certain things. The house was awesome overall and the pool came in clutch when we didn't want to go to the beach. The private access to the beach was also worth it there was always spots available to set up and enjoy it without all the crowds.
Pelican Perch was better than expected. First, the pictures of the property are beautiful; but in person, the house is stunning. My whole family enjoyed staying there. It was an amazing house for all ages.
The golf cart option is a must. It makes trips down to the beach very easy and convenient. Plus, it’s a nice way to see the community.
The homeowners were wonderful throughout the entire process. Easy to contact and very hospitable.
We will definitely stay at Pelican Perch again!
Our group of 9 (4 adults and 5 kids) really enjoyed our stay at Pelican Perch. The pool and house are beautiful and in excellent condition. Everything seemed like new! The house was fully stocked with all the amenities we needed, beds and pillows were comfortable, and we had plenty of space for all of us to eat and relax while at the house. They thought of everything needed to make our stay easy and relaxing. We enjoyed the gorgeous private beach, which we could walk or drive to easily. The owner was very responsive and assisted with any questions or needs we had promptly. Would definitely recommend a stay here!
Bethany S.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2021
Bethany, thank you for your kind words. We appreciate and value your feedback. It was our pleasure having you all and we hope you can book with us again soon.
We have stayed at many, many VRBO properties, and this was by far one of the nicest homes we’ve rented! Everything in the home is BRAND NEW and no detail is left unnoticed! From a fully stocked kitchen to a fully stocked outdoor pool cabinet, our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location is great for shopping and dining, and the .05 mile walk to the beach is easy and relaxing! 10/10 stars and two enthusiastic thumbs up!! Thank you, Pelican Perch!!
Greg K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2021
Thank you for the wonderful review. It was our absolute pleasure hosting such a wonderful family! Please come back and visit us again, as we would love to have you!!
We loved this property and especially enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and friendly residents. Easy access to private beach and also enjoyed pool at house. Shopped and dined in Destin in spite of the crowds and traffic. Great choices also near the property. We also enjoyed massages at The Hilton. Great day snapper fishing with Backcoumtry Outfitters limiting out with our guide Jeremy! Grandsons enjoyed parasailing and the go carts and arcade/amusement park in Destin. Kiley was very helpful and prompt with questions I had prior to arrival. It was a wonderful week making memories at this beautiful home!
We really enjoyed our stay at this home! It’s a great location just outside of Destin , so it’s a little more quiet. The home was very clean with amazing finishes, the kitchen was stocked well with all the things you would need, and we really enjoyed the outside spaces and the front porch!!! The pool area has adequate seating and it was nice to have some yard space for yard games. The home is somewhat of a walk to the beach (carrying all the beach essentials) so it was nice to have the golf cart as an option to get there much easier. Also we loved that we didn’t have to worry about parking it at the beach , there was always parking available. The owners and management of these property are great , for the most part prior to our trip they were great at getting back to us with our questions about the property, and during our stay they were very prompt with any communication we had with them! We would definitely recommend this property to others!!! Destin is an amazing vacation spot!
Spring break 2023 was a delightful week for our family. When we arrived, we found Pelican Perch was just as described in the listing. It is a lovely house in an adorable neighborhood. The golf cart and private beach access made our many trips to the beach a breeze. The heated pool was so nice especially a few days when the air temperature was a bit cool for staying at the beach all day. The kitchen has top of the line appliances and we were able to cook meals with ease. We had abundant space to spread out with our family of 5. The location was perfect for us as we enjoy spending time at the beach but you are also so very close to an abundance of shopping, food, and entertainment. Our #1 priority when traveling is finding a place that is truly cleaned properly. Pelican Perch met our high expectations of cleanliness. If we ever travel to Miramar Beach FL again we will be staying at the Pelican Perch.
Melissa D.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by Kiley
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests