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Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants.

Family-friendly holiday home in Miramar Beach with a water park

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Casa Graande
Side Entrance
Front porch
View of Living room from dinning area
Living Room with 50" TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay Golf Club
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants.

Casa Grande

Enjoy the good life at Casa Grande, only a few steps to the beach and just across the street from the main pool. There's a great pool view from every porch. This fabulous 5 bedroom, 3-1/2 bath home sleeps 15 and is located in the gated community of Emerald Shores.

Emerald Shores is a family-oriented community with two pools, (one heated in winter), tennis court, basketball, and PRIVATE COMMUNITY BEACH PAVILION WITH RESTROOM FACILITIES! Our trolley runs to the beach daily in the summer months, but you can just walk the 500 feet to the beach easily. This is a great community for your vacation and even better for our snowbird friends long term in the winter- a great escape from the cold weather.

This comfortable home is located on the south end of Emerald Shores where you can walk to several fine restaurants. Enjoy Free WI-FI, local phone calls, cable flat-screen TVs in every room and a surround sound stereo system that has speakers throughout the entire home. We have all tile on the first floor and hardwood on the second floor. No allergies from carpet in this home.

There are 4 covered porches at this home where you can sit, relax and enjoy the Destin life. Grill out on the gas grill or cook inside in the fully equipped kitchen.

Emerald Shores is located centrally in Destin, so you don't have to drive far to go anywhere. Just a couple of miles east to Sandestin where you can dine, play, or chill at the Village of Baytown Wharf. Enjoy shopping, eating and entertainment at nearby Destin Commons or play at the fun water park Big Kahunas. You may choose to spend a day at the Harbor, watching the fishing fleet come in with the catch of the day, take in one of the fine restaurants, or play at night at one of the many night clubs. Numerous golf courses are within a few miles.

Our Floor Plan:
First Floor:
Living Room, Dining, Kitchen, Office area, Utility room, Powder room and King Master Suite with a super large walk-in closet. Private bathroom boasts a big corner garden tub, Double vanity and walk in shower.

Second Floor:
Loft Area with Chair Bed, walk out covered porch, king guest room with adjacent bathroom, another queen bedroom, bunkbeds room with trundle (sleeps 3), a single bed with trundle and finally a huge King master Suite with another convertible double chair and a full bath. There is a walk out porch from this bedroom as well.

There's not much more to ask for at Casa Grande.... just YOU! Come enjoy your Destin vacation here and make fabulous memories for a lifetime.



Easy on online booking with no Security Deposit.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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
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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)
Small dogs may stay with a small fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are three parking spaces at the house. There is overflow parking at the two pools and tennis court. They are on a first come basis.
All trash is to be bagged and placed in garbage cans. Leave cans in place as they will be picked up by maintenance.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the 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 Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Destin Yarn Shop, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Golf Garden of Destin - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • James Lee Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. have a pool?

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

Is Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great beach house with access to pools and restaurants. located?

This family-friendly Miramar Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and The Golf Garden of Destin. James Lee Beach and James Lee Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host thought we were coming the following week so needless to say there were things that were not finished up and cleaned well. Despite that we had a fun time with family for the week of Thanksgiving. We only get together once a year due to living in separate locations and the girl love the beach which this house was very close to. All in all it was a good trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Could have looked all day not find a better place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Florida beach getaway

It was perfect for our multigenerational family vacation. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. The complex was very nice with pools and close beach access. It was a short walk to the beach with a frequent shuttle if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved this house ..it fit all of our needs with 9 adults 2 children & 2 small dogs . The community is quiet and family friendly with great pool access and a short walk to the beach . We would definitely stay here again.our host was quick to respond if we had any questions .
Front our the house
Side view of the house
Side view and drive way of the house
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome time. The upstairs bathroom, hallway and closet could use some attention but this property is in a great location, easy walk to the private beach with the community pool right across the street. Also close to shopping and all Destin area attractions. House had plenty of room for our big family. We felt right at home when we walked in the door.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby K.

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

Beach family trip

We loved staying here . The perfect place to stay if you have children .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house for extended family! Plenty of room for all of us. The kitchen was well stocked— we cooked a lot for a big family. The walk to the beach was pretty short and we used the beach trolley a few times. The five bedrooms were perfect for us. We had people aged 2 to 82. We felt very blessed to have this home away from home.
Chillin’ after a day at the beach.
Lots of room at the table.
Beautiful white sand beach!
Walking to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

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

Great place!

Great vacation. Highly recommemd!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Great Beach House

Our family of 15 enjoyed it so much it was close to everything the pools the beach and restaurants it had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John P.

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

Fun trip with family

Good property and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

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

Great time had by all

Family had a wonderful visit and host was extremely communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

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

Beautiful home steps to the beach

We enjoyed our stay in this home. We had 7 adults and one child and there was plenty of room for all. The pool is steps from the home too. The house was clean and had plenty of cooking pans and utensils. There are places to eat and get coffee with-in walking distance. We had a great time making new memories and hope to come back one day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Great getaway

Our family of 8 twenty somethings and 60 yo parents all had a great time. The location was great and the house was well equipped and clean. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Beautiful Home

House was beautiful! There were 6 adults and one baby. We all had plenty of room and enjoyed our stay immensely. There wasn’t anything we needed that wasn’t there. The extra refrigerator, baby gate, and fans were a big help. Loved the location as well! Thanks to the owners for renting to us, we hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

laurie f.

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

Miramar Beach

Awesome location, easy walk to the beach. House was well stocked with everything we needed! Pools were heated for the kids, quiet area
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Canal Fulton, Ohio

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

Casa Grande

Would return in a heartbeat. Home was phenomenal, location was outstanding and communication with owner was fantastic. Absolute loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

Wonderful stay!

The perfect set-up for a large family! With 3 king size beds and plenty of additional beds for our teens, this was the best set-up we have found for our growing family. Al was wonderful to work with, very accommodating and the property itself was clean and convenient. We love Emerald Shores and this house did not disappoint! We will definitely look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsay W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Getaway

House was big and beautiful! Fit our needs perfectly. However, a good deep clean is definitely in order. And the mold in the upstairs bathroom should be addressed. That was definitely an eye sore and didn’t help with the musty smell.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Summer fun

Love it. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Great Vacation House

We had a great stay at Casa Grande. Everything we needed was there and everything was nice and clean upon arrival. The only negative thing we experienced was that the gas grill was not working very well. Easy short walk to the beach. We would definitely book here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Wonderful stay at Casa Grande

We loved our stay at Casa Grande. Close to pool, beach, restaurants and shopping! Our grandkids loved the pool and beach! Weather was great and the house was very comfy and homey!! There was plenty of room for the 10 of us!! House was beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette h.

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

Beach house plus!

Our family of 12 had plenty of room in this very nice beach home! Just a short 5 minute walk to the private beach, and a pool right outside your door! The owner was very quick to respond to any questions I had. It was a great family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Beautiful House!!

This house was perfect for our group of 14 and 2 dogs! The pool was right across from us, a dollar general within walking distance, our favorite restaurant Kenny D’s in walking distance and the most important piece, the beach was in walking distance! The house had everything we needed to make and serve meals. Outdoor shower to finish getting all the sand off of us and the beach items! The private beach access was amazing! Access to bathrooms and a drink stand all under a pavilion. Also had a shuttle from the house to a short walk to the beach. Over all the house had enough space for 5 kids to play and sleep. The adults had space to group around and hang around outside. Would definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

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

Beautiful home

The home was very clean and exactly as described. There were plenty of household items to cook meals and lots of game and books to use. It was just a short walk to the beach and the home was a short drive to shopping, food or anything else you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin B.

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

Loved it!

This house was so beautiful, perfectly located, and exactly what we needed! The Destin beaches were incredible and the shuttle literally always picked us up on our short walk to the beach. Definitely recommend staying here- Owner was super helpful and we loved the home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alvin R Appling

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We hope you enjoy your visit at Casa Grande! We spent Christmas 2013 here and have cherished the memories of our family enjoying each other in our house by the sea. We live just blocks away from the house and are available for any questions or information needed.
We Love happy customers and we will do all we can to be sure you visit us again and again!

Why they chose this property

We were a military family and later worked in the civilian sector. During our military career we traveled many places and we do not think there is a better family vacation destination than here. We liked it so much that we built our retirement home here and just love the area.

What makes this property unique

There are parking spaces for three cars plus overflow parking across the street by the pool. If you bring a trailer it not allowed to be parked in the Emerald Shores complex therefore arrangements to park the trailer elsewhere will need to be made.

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