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On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine!

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dune walkover viewed from back patio
Grassy yard off our patio leads directly to the beach walkover.
View from secondary bedroom.
Glorious sunrise for the early riser.
Sunsets of a lifetime!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Jolee Island Nature Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine!


This fabulous townhome is the closest to the dune walkover of any at Southbay. It is less than 50 feet to our private protected beach! Yes, we own our beach at Southbay so there are never any access issues. It is so close that we don't even take a cooler, walking back and forth between our townhome and the beach for drinks, lunch and restroom breaks only takes seconds. We Include 2 beach chairs and an umbrella March 1-October 31.

It’s Freshly remodeled with 3 bedrooms with 2.5 baths, including a brand new for 2025 master bath that is expanded for maximum space. It even comes with a private parking spot directly in front of the door. There is plenty of additional parking for additional cars, just a little further away.

All 3 bedrooms are upstairs and the living area is downstairs. The beach is right outside the back door.

The dune walkover and the beach are right off the patio and are just steps away. No streets or even parking lots to cross! It’s grass straight to the boardwalk.

South Bay by the Gulf is a gated community and our beach is privately owned by the Southbay HOA. Beach access is restricted to just owners and guests. We have 2 pools, one about 10 units away and the other is on the north side of the lake. The tennis and pickleball courts are just across the parking lot from our front door. There is no longer a grill on the back patio. We have a park style grill in the grass now.

Pancakery, Chick fil A, Que Pasa and numerous other restaurants, shops, and attractions are within walking distance. We are in the middle of all the excitement!

Well behaved dogs are allowed after approval as long as they are house trained and do not get on any furniture.

Please tell us about yourself and your group when inquiring or requesting a stay. This is our 2nd home and we like to get to know our new friends. Neighbors on either side are full time residents.

***** vrbo and Google cannot get the map right. The red dot in the photo we posted shows the exact location.******

**** We periodically make improvements and upgrades to our condo. We update the photos as we can to reflect these changes****

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great complex for kids
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Events

No events allowed
Our neighbor has my phone number and will call me
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets MUST be approved before booking pets fee reqd
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry but I'm highly allergic to smoke
Do not book a pet before receiving a preapproval. Pet fee required. Reservation will be cancelled. Please contact owner with dog details. NO CATS!
No parties allowed. The neighbors will call both us and the police and violators will be immediately evicted! MUST furnish photo id when booking.
Our cancellation policy follows standard VRBO rules. We recommend travel insurance during hurricane season. No refunds for hurricanes

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2157912vb
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
Note from host: Our neighbor has my phone number and will call me
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park 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 happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Harbor - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Jolee Island Nature Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Shoreline Village Mall - 5 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$687, 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 On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip Landon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Simple easy check in/out. Thanks again to the gracious hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Clean. Next to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and just as described. Loved having a little back yard for our little yorkie and the super close walk to the beach. Could hear the waves from the back porch. Lonnie was easy to get in touch with and always responded quickly. I would definitely come back and stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAM A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful resort, the best location for the beach. Owners were great to work with and quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach condo in Destin

Lonnie is great … excellent location steps from the beach … highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks Ric! Y'all are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location and very close to local restaurants and attractions. The beach was only steps away and the kitchen had everything needed to cook breakfast or a full dinner if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks Sharon! See y'all next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would love to return

Great location, clean and safe neighborhood and beach, clean townhouse, definite 5 out of 5
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayleena N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

It was my families first trip to the area and we booked last minute. This place was clean, a good location, and very close to the beach. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Five stars plus

Excellent location , close to beach , perfect for large family or small group . Plenty to do with minutes of the gated property !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cannefax J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and experience!

Excellent location, just steps from the beach. The Condo was perfect for our family of five. It had everything thing we needed. It was close to restaurants and local attractions. Lonnie was great to work with, it made the experience even better. I would highly recommend this property if you’re looking to be close the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Lover's Paradise

If you love the beach this is the place for you. The walk to the private beach literally takes seconds.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks for staying with us again this year! Repeat guests are really an honor.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring vacation

We had a great time in Destin. Condo was right next to walkover to beach. Only a few steps from back door to beach. Great condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our first stay in Destin

Myself, my Honey, and a friend couple made our first trip to Destin! It was Amazing! The townhouse was perfect for a stay on the beach. Walk out the door and you are on the beach. We checked all of our boxes and were disappointed to have to go home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marysa O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed here recently and had a good time. There were definitely pros and cons. Pros: great location! Easy beach access. Cons: the place did have several dead cockroaches, we ran out of toilet paper because there was only a roll in the bathrooms, and we also didn’t have many towels.We would definitely stay here again, just will be more prepared for what we have to supply ourselves.
View from the backyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
That is a palmetto bug and they live outside all over Florida. They can fly and are attracted to lights. They die from dehydration if they get lost and end up indoors. Our instructions sent days in advance clearly state that we supply a starter set of paper products and that guest may need to bring more. 12 towels for 5 people is normally plenty. If everyone wants a new towel every day we supply a washer, dryer and detergent. You gave us 3 stars but It was nice enough that you would definitely stay again. After check out our cleaners gathered enough trash to fill 3 garbage bags and asked me to put you on the do not rent list.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Destin!

We had the best time in Destin, even with the weather and double red flags! This home was perfect for us, and was SO close to the beach. The owner, Lonnie, was very easy to reach when we had questions. The complex was so nice and quiet. We can't wait to return and stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

We stayed in this condo for one month and it was wonderful. It is clean, well equipped and very close to the beach. The beach is beautiful with sparkling white sand. The owner is quick to respond to your questions or requests. You will enjoy your stay here!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks Sue! We hope to see you again next year!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was good but the accessibility was an issue !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
I’m not sure what this means because we were told that everything was great during our periodic check ins. I have to guess that Kim is referring to all bedrooms being upstairs but we are very clear about the layout in our description.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Minutes to the Beach

We absolutely loved this beautiful home we were a 5 min walk to the white sandy beach. Home was Clean and Comfortable. We has a Wonderful Stay and would Consider Comimg Back Soon
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks for choosing us! We hope to see you next year. Did you mean 5 seconds to the beach? Our back patio is 3 steps away from the dune walkover and 20 steps from the sand
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for beach access!

This property had an excellent location for beach access and parking! It was perfect to come and go to the beach and around Destin. We loved having the beach set up as well- this is a huge perk! The one con worth mentioning is that there is no hair dryer to use!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

We love staying in Southbay and this unit is right at the bottom of the short boardwalk to the beach. You can sit outside and listen to the waves. Fit our family perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thanks Bridget, we'll see y'all next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stella j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Had a great time but the townhouse was a little small
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Glad y’all had a fabulous vacation! It’s 1289 sq ft according to the county records.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

Great beach 50 feet away. Unit is close to the gazebo which is a great place to have your morning coffee. Great flooring (no carpet) Walls are a beachy color (not dingy paint). Great owners to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent time and would HIGHLY recommend this property and the hosts. Property was family friendly and you could see the beach from the upstairs back bedrooms. Walk to the beach was super quick and the home was pet friendly and very cozy. The home was very clean, very spacious, and worth every penny. The beach attendant (Taylor) was so nice and helpful and just made our beach experience that much more pleasant. The location of the property is also very convenient to everything in Destin. Would highly recommend the Pancakery restaurant right outside the property entrance. Neighborhood was quiet and the people were all very nice. Host was very easy to talk to and work with, made the trip stress free and checked in with us to see if anything else was needed. Excellent trip and excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kyle q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Trip

Our group had an amazing time. The unit had everything we needed plus more. The main reason I booked this trip was for the proximity to the beach, and didn't disappoint. Pour a cup of coffee, walk out the back door and in a few steps you are looking at the sunrise on the beach. We will be back next year if they will have us!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach days

Overall we enjoyed the place. Floors downstairs not as clean as I expected them to be but I gave them a good mopping and all was good. The beds are a little hard for my liking and the master bed could be larger but I’m used to a king size bed. The owners are absolutely amazing though and made this stay all worth it! Would definitely stay here again. They made the entire stay so nice. We were right on the beach and the beach set up was amazing. Definitely worth the stay for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
We’re glad that y’all had a great stay. We try our best to keep the sand outside but it’s everywhere and it gets tracked in very easily. We would love to add a king bed but our experience is that the room is too crowded so we have to stick with the queen. Y’all are welcome anytime!

About the host

Hosted by Meghan and Lonnie Siebe @ Florida Sunshine Vacations

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We love our condo and share it with friends when we can't enjoy it ourselves.

Why they chose this property

We love the beach and love this cute little old Florida townhome condo that is right beside the dune walkover. You can't get any closer to the beach than this one!

What makes this property unique

Ground level entrance and patio, all bedrooms upstairs and no one above

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