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Overlooking the ocean, this vacation home accommodates 14 guests with 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. It features 1 bicycle for outdoor exploration. Enjoy activities like windsurfing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby. The property offers a patio for relaxation and is near golf facilities. Attractions include Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Destin Commons
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Destin, FL
Shore at Crystal Beach Park
Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
3 min walk
Miramar Beach
Place, Miramar Beach
5 min walk
Destin Commons
Place, Destin Commons
11 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
33 min drive
Where you'll sleep
6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
1st Floor Guest Queen Suite
1 Queen Bed
2nd Floor Bunk Room
4 Single Beds
2nd floor Guest King Suite
1 King Bed
2nd Floor Guest Queen Suite
1 Queen Bed
3rd Floor Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor Guest King Suite
1 King Bed
6 bathrooms
1st Floor Hall Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
2nd Floor Bunk Room Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Floor Guest King Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
2nd Floor Guest Queen Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Floor Master Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Second Floor Guest King Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach!
Welcome to Grateful by the Sea!
Enjoy captivating gulf views in this beautifully appointed 6-bedroom, 6-bath home, situated directly across from the sugary white sands and turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Located in the highly coveted Destin neighborhood of Crystal Shores, this home offers luxurious accommodations and a relaxing retreat for your family.
**Important Information - Please Read**
- Minimum Age to Book: 25 years old - Parking: 3 standard size vehicles - Max Occupancy: 16 guests - Mail & Package Delivery: Mail forwarding is in place. Do not ship packages to the home. We cannot guarantee delivery. - Starter Pack: Includes soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, etc intended to get you through the first night or two. Guests are responsible for purchasing extra supplies. - Kitchen: Equipped with standard appliances, Keurig + traditional drip coffee maker - Private Pool: Chlorine pool with plenty of lounge chairs; heated October - April - Grill: Natural Gas grill available - Check-in & Check-out: Check-in at 4:30 PM, check-out at 9:00 AM - Incidentals Hold: $1,000.00 - The hold is released on day of checkout - Rental Agreement: Must be signed prior to arrival or booking may be canceled without refund
Home Features
First Floor: - Living Area: Open and spacious with high ceilings, two separate sitting areas, flat-screen smart TV, and rear entry to the outdoor grill and pool. - Kitchen: Gourmet kitchen with granite-topped bar, stainless steel appliances, and a formal dining table with seating for 8. - Guest Bedroom: Queen-sized bed with access to a full bathroom.
Second Floor: - Master Suites: Two elegant king-sized bedrooms with private bathrooms and access to balconies with gulf views. - Guest Rooms: One queen room with private bathroom and one kid's room with four twin beds and private bathroom.
Third Floor: - Master Suite: Entire third floor dedicated to the main master bedroom with a king-sized bed, luxurious bathroom, and private balcony with the best views in the home.
Back Yard: - Outdoor Space: Well-manicured walking and green space, small porch with gas grill, open pool deck with lounge chairs, and private swimming pool.
About the Area Crystal Shores offers a prime location with easy access to world-class restaurants, local entertainment, boutique and outlet shopping, and premium golf courses. Nearby attractions include Destin Commons and Whole Foods.
Added Benefits
- Community Pool: Less than three minutes away, typically heated during Thanksgiving and other holidays. - Beach Access: Just a short walk away from the gulf and beach. - Amenity Starter Pack: Includes 6 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, hotel-style soaps for each bathroom, 1 kitchen sponge, dish towels, and a laundry pod pack.
Good Neighbor Policy
This is a family-oriented neighborhood, not a party home. Any vulgar language, excessively loud music, large parties, and unauthorized events are strictly prohibited. Complaints of excessive noise, disturbances, parties, violations of HOA rules, or law enforcement involvement will result in eviction and forfeiture of all deposits.
Restrictions and Policies
- No Events, Weddings or Large Gatherings - No Smoking: In the home, on balconies, around the pool area, in walkways, or common areas - No Pets Allowed - No Food or Drinks in Bedrooms - Minimum Renter Age: 25 years - No exceptions - Parking: No RVs, boats, motorcycles, ATVs, trailers, or large utility vehicles - Mail & Package Delivery: Mail forwarding is in place. Do not ship packages to the home. We cannot guarantee delivery.
Disclaimer
All reservations submitted online are requests until you receive email confirmation from SoWal Luxury Properties. Availability of parking and rental items such as golf carts, bicycles, and beach chairs is not guaranteed. While every effort is made to ensure the listing's accuracy, some items or features may be subject to change without compensation or reimbursement.
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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 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Destin
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Consider Club LA for a night out or Fat Daddy's Arcade if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 10 min walk
Starbucks - 16 min walk
El Jalisco Destin - 13 min walk
Camille's At Crystal Beach - 4 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach!?
As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach! on 9 Oct 2026 start from AU$6,624, 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 Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach!?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Crystal Shores - Destin | Pool! | Near Beach! located?
This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent location, short walk to the beach, great neighborhood, very family friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2020
Thanks for giving us a great review, Donna! We're glad to hear you and your family had a wonderful stay in Destin!
I look forward to hosting you and your family in the near future at Grateful by The Sea!
V/R,
Joey (Owner)
SoWal Luxury Properties
This was an absolute great experience! We visited with our family of 13 people for a week, and there was plenty of room, SUPER convenient beach access and the house is gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
We are glad to hear you had such a great vacation Tamara! Grateful By The Sea is truly a wonderful home for families. The convenience of being close to the beach, shops, and restaurants make it a truly great spot for entertaining.
We hope you come back and visit Grateful By The Sea again soon!
- Sowal Luxury Properties
Loved the house and the location! Family vacation. Room to spread out, easy walk to beach, large bedrooms and great kids room! Pool was a little smaller than expected but the kids had a great time !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Grateful By The Sea. Come back and stay again soon!
We loved our stay at Grateful by the Sea! We had three families, so three master suites was a must. This was perfect for us. Plenty of rooms and beds for all the kids as well. Easy beach access. Having our own pool was perfect for the kids. We had a fabulous time and would stay again in a heartbeat. Great communication with the owner too!
Amazing property in an ideal location, just steps from the beach. Beautifully appointed and very spacious. The kids room was an added bonus featuring a foosball table and arcade machine. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for the great Jeanette! Glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back and visit again soon!
This house was absolutely great for our family trip! The location was steps from the access to the beautiful beach. The house was clean and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked to prepare meals. We really enjoyed the pool and the extra refrigerator in the garage came in handy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for leaving a great review. We are glad you had a great trip!
This may have been our favorite house we have stayed at! Plenty of room for our group, perfect location across from Crystal Beach, and very responsive management company. The house is beautifully decorated and has all the needed amenities! We appreciated the towels for the beach and responsiveness of the management company when we had a couple needs arise. We will be back again!
Loved the location and size of this home! Short walk to beach and short drive to shopping and many restaurants! Very spacious and loved the 6 bathrooms! Well equipped. Enjoyed the pool area and the arcade games in the kid's room! Quiet neighborhood and beach area not too crowded. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2020
Thank you for your great review, Sharon! We're so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at Grateful By The Sea in Destin. We look forward to hosting you again in the near future.
V/R,
Joey (Owner)
- Sowal Luxury Properties
Absolutely wonderful property. Great location for any time of gathering with 10 or less people. The management team was responsive and courteous. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thanks for the great review Jeff! Glad you enjoyed your stay at the beach!
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Chuck H.
5 May 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Grateful by the sea
The house was not very clean, great location… needs some maintanence
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
We appreciate your feedback and apologize certain things were not to your standards. Next time you have an issue, please reach out so we can try to address it.
No one from your group reached out all week or responded to any of our messages asking if you needed anything throughout your stay.
Lovely home and great location! Enjoyed the open concept of kitchen, eating and living area. Would suggest to maybe have some light throw blankets in the living area. Also, first place we have stayed that didn’t have any spices in the kitchen, but not a h the house and had a wonderful week!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for leaving us a great review! Unfortunately spices are an item we can't provide due to lodging rules and regulations as it is an allergy risk. We appreciate your feedback though!
Verified review
8/10 Good
kayla a.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stay was perfect for a bachelorette group! Perfect location, so close to the beach. Private pool was very convenient as well. The house did seem a bit unclean when we arrived, dust on mirrors and light fixtures, mold in upstairs shower, and we were not provided enough toiletries for the weekend. However, overall a great house and we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review! We notified our housekeepers to take care of this.
We recently stayed a week at this beautiful rental and absolutely loved it. Communication was quick and easy with the hosts. The home was gorgeous with a great location. We were so close to the beautiful beach. The entire group loved getting to go to the ocean at night and watching the little crabs run around. There were beach towels, beach chairs, sand toys ect. One of our favorite vacations yet!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammie G.
24 Aug 2022
Loved it!
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:
The home had a perfect layout for our needs. Right across the street from the beach. Couldn't have asked for a better vacation rental. We have been coming to Destin for several years and we will keep this home at the top of our list for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for leaving a great review! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
We loved the house and the pool was great for the kids. The living room comfortably fit our group and each bedroom was spacious. We had plenty of room in the kitchen to cook and serve meals without feeling crowded. The house sits just across the street from the beach access and it was a very easy walk. There were beach chairs, umbrellas, and floats available to use, which was also convenient. Parking was tricky as you are not allowed to use the whole driveway to park. With a large group in different vehicles, we struggled to shuffle cars and make them all fit in the confined area. Overall, we had a great trip and enjoyed our stay in the Crystal Beach area.
Wow! A perfect location to the beach, shops, and biking trails nestled in a cute Barbie doll neighborhood directly across from the beaches.
Immaculately clean, bright, heated pool. Plenty of beach toys, boogie boards, beach chairs and , bikes to use. House fully equipped with kitchen supplies and incredibly comfortable beds..Another plus was each room has its own bathroom. Definitely booking this house again.. The owners servantly responded immediately to any needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
Thanks for leaving us such a great review Karen! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Grateful By The Sea.
This home is wonderful for large families and features 6 bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bathroom.
The added convenience of being right across the street from the beach is another bonus!
Please come back and visit again soon!
- Sowal Luxury Properties
We had seven adults, a child, a toddler and two babies with us. This house was perfect! It was a super short walk to the beach - perfect for kiddos and older adults. The private pool was also perfect for the kids! The house is set up with large families in mind - and the sitting area is so great for comfortable conversations with plenty of room for cooking, eating and kids playing. Very luxurious and comfortable. The king beds are amazing! We also loved how big the showers and bathrooms were! I’d absolutely stay at this location again. It was perfect for us.
If you’re on the fence about booking this house, take this as your sign to book it now!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for such a great review! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Our first time to Destin and the location was fantastic!! The home was beautiful and the rooms so spacious. We had all needs addressed promptly by the property manager.
I do understand how challenging it is to "stock" a rental home reasonably, but the one thing I would suggest is enough kitchen towels, paper towels and toilet paper. Had a broom but no dust pan. These were small things and we would 100% stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thanks for leaving a great review.
We have passed your feedback on to our property care team so they can better prepare for future guests.
We are so glad you enjoyed your trip!
About the host
Hosted by Sowal Luxury Properties
What makes this property unique
Short walk to the nearest beach access! This enviable, strategic location in the heart of Crystal Beach offers optimal accessibility to world class restaurants, local entertainment, boutique & outlet mall shopping as well as premium golf courses and close proximity to the Destin Commons as well as Whole Foods and other premium retailers. All of these attractions are accessible via golf cart which can be rented for an additional fee.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests