Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
34 min drive
Where you'll sleep
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Carefree Living, Family Friendly
Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey Resort Properties Effective September 2025, the house is under new management, Newman Dailey.
At Chateaux San Souci, life slows down just enough to savor every moment—Louisiana style. Tucked inside the gated Destiny West community and just a short 0.3-mile stroll from the Gulf, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath beach house is designed with families in mind.
Picture your crew starting the day with café au lait at the kitchen table while the kids chatter about who’s building the biggest sandcastle. The fully stocked kitchen makes it easy to whip up a hearty breakfast or a seafood boil after a day in the sun. Out back, the screened patio is perfect for firing up the gas grill, sipping sweet tea, and swapping stories as the evening breeze rolls in.
With the beach so close, you’ll love the convenience of slipping on your flip-flops, grabbing the wagon of toys, and being in the sand in minutes. Parents can stretch out under the sun while the little ones dig, splash, and giggle to the sound of waves. If the kids still have energy to burn, the community pool, hot tub, and gym are only a three-minute walk away—no fuss, no driving.
And when it’s time for an adventure beyond the neighborhood, Destin has something for everyone: dolphin cruises at HarborWalk Village, shopping and kid-friendly dining at Destin Commons, championship golf, fishing trips, and plenty of Louisiana-style flavors mixed right into the Gulf Coast charm.
“San Souci” means “carefree” in French, and that’s exactly the feeling you’ll carry home from here—days filled with sand between your toes, laughter echoing from room to room, and family memories that will linger long after you’ve left.
This house has parking for 2 vehicles.
Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays.
We may require a minimum length of stay during the summer and over holidays.
We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students.
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We require 1 parent staying in the property for every 2 people under 25 in the property.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20198286
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Club LA. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Destin Beaches - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Crab Trap Destin - 9 min walk
Kenny D's - 2 min drive
Sandos Beachside - 18 min walk
Captain Dave's - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Carefree Living, Family Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Carefree Living, Family Friendly?
As of 6 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carefree Living, Family Friendly on 1 May 2027 start from AU$2,488, 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 Carefree Living, Family Friendly pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Carefree Living, Family Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carefree Living, Family Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carefree Living, Family Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Carefree Living, Family Friendly located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you so much for staying with us! We're thrilled the house worked out perfectly for your visit. Your kind words mean a lot to our team. We'd love to have you back anytime you're in the area. Safe travels!
There was no bunk bed room like in the pictures and no extra fridge/freezer in the laundry room. Otherwise we had a great time! Everything is near by and the pool was great. Would comeback again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the pool and appreciated the convenient location. We sincerely apologize for the discrepancy with the bunk bed room and missing fridge—those are important details we want to get right. We truly hope to welcome you back and ensure everything matches your expectations next time. Thanks again for choosing us!
My family had so much fun at the beach, playing basketball, swimming in the pool and riding the bikes! Hopefully we can do it again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
This house is perfect for an easy going beach vacation! This is right across the street from an awesome beach access, and is easy to get to with the provided bikes! This home has plenty of space for everyone, and has cozy beds stocked with resort style linens!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Elaina H.
12 Aug 2018
Beautiful home! Perfect for my family.
We loved our stay. Walk to the public beach was not bad. House was very clean and taken care of. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks for staying with us this summer, hope to have you back again in the future.
Lovely location and home, enjoyed are stay very much!
Destin has one of the most beautiful beaches and ocean that I have seen in Florida. The house is a close walk to the beach and the community pool. Enjoyed a great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2020
Thank you for staying with us. Hope to see you again in the future.
Fantastic option if looking for a vacation home in the Destin area. The location in a quiet gated community a short walk to the beach was very convenient. Access to the community pool and tennis court a plus.
Property was better than expected, we had a lovely stay. As another reviewer noted, the property is larger than expected which was nice. We had 4 adults and 2 toddlers and it was perfect for us. Great neighborhood, 5 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ruth Q.
1 Mar 2018
Clean and bright. Just what we were looking for.
Lovely home. Well equipped and close to most things in town. Would love to come again.
This was our second time staying at this property, house has a good layout and a great location across the street from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you for staying with us again. Look forward to seeing you in the future.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
20 Mar 2018
Perfect location! Beautiful home!
We loved this house! It was beautifully kept and in a perfect location. Just a 5 minute walk to the gorgeous white sand beach! Loved the access to a large heated pool, hot tub and tennis court. Would definitely return to this location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for the kind words, we greatly appreciate you staying with us in 2018, and hope you consider us for future trips.
Our family really enjoyed our stay here. Plenty of room for all of us(9 total). The home has a great layout and is very well kept. Love the location. The pool is great and it is not far at all to walk to the beach. Will be checking on this home for our next vacation. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
We had a great stay. The home is lovely. The kitchen was the most well stocked of any home we have ever rented.
We had a couple issues that we discovered when we arrived and they were dealt with promptly.
Great experience and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Great guest, easy to work with. look forward to them staying with us again.
Great home with plenty of space for our family of eight. Very nice gated community with friendly neighbors The owner was very responsive to questions and requests. Overall, a great place to create some wonderful vacation memories!