Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
16 min walk
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
3 min drive
Silver Sands Premium Outlets
4 min drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
43 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool
****This condo is professionally managed by Beach Escapes Rentals*****
Tops'l Summit 301 is a two bedroom, two bath condominium in the Summit building with views looking out towards Tops'l Preserve, and just an easy three minute stroll to the beach. Tops'l is a beautifully landscaped paradise resort, popular year around, with private security, and several resort restaurants. Summit guests have their own private swimming pool, outdoor BBQ grill area, and organized family activities. Located across the highway from the resort is Baytowne with its many restaurants, entertainment, shopping and summertime fireworks displays. Summit 301 is a 3rd floor corner unit looking out towards Topsail Preserve providing you with tons of privacy. The condo has new living room furniture. The living room also has a large flat screen TV and a queen sleeper sofa. The master bedroom has a king size bed and flat screen TV. The second bedroom has a queen bed and a twin bed as well as a flat screen TV. The kitchen is fully equipped to handle all your cooking needs during those days and nights you want to stay in and cook.
Sleeping arrangements: (Sleeps 6) -Master Bedroom: King, Private Bathroom -Second Bedroom: Queen bed and Twin bed; Separate Bathroom with Tub/shower combo -Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa
Amenities:
2 Pools (one heated seasonally) Hot tub Ocean Club Restaurant
Please note: Summit 301 guests do not have access to the fitness center, tennis or pickleball courts. Summit 301 guests do have access to the following amenities found near the Tides building: basketball and putt putt.
Property manager
Geoffrey B Bracken
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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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 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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Santa Rosa Beach
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, this condo is 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. Sirens at the Beach and Blast Arcade and Laser Maze are also worth visiting.
Miramar Beach, FL
What's nearby
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Sirens at the Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Baytowne Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Sandcastles Restaurant and Lounge - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood - 5 min drive
Cantina Laredo Modern Mexican - 4 min drive
Another Broken Egg Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Gated Resort/Private Beach - Heated Pool located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Miramar Beach. Sirens at the Beach and Grand Boulevard Farmers' Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great condo. Very clean and accommodating. Close to beach and pool was great. Only thing I would liked to have had was drapes in master bedroom. Very bright at 530 am!
This was our 2nd year at Tops'l and we cant say enough about the location and facilities. The condo was as presented online and very well appointed. Communications with the owners and property management were easy and effective when needed. Beds were very comfortable.
We would definitely recommend.
The condo was wonderful! Super clean and the decor was great! My kids (9 and 12) thought it was awesome as well. The location was so nice! I can’t say enough good things about it! We will definitely be back!
Great location! Close to the beach (Miramar) yet far enough away from Destin's crowds! Loved that the resort had putt-putt, 2 pools and a hot tub, outdoor grills, and even organized kids' crafts. And a bonus.... this spacious condo included 4 beach chairs, 2 beach umbrellas, and a wagon to haul everything to the beach, a 5 minute walk to the beach...some parts going uphill. We really enjoyed our stay!
This condo was amazing! Looks just like the pictures (which has not always been the case for me in the past). Very clean and well kept up. We had issues when we first arrived and contacted Geoffrey and he came right over, even though it was 9:30pm. Location is very close to the beach. The property itself was beautifully kept. Located within 15-30 minutes of everything we wanted to do. I would definitely recommend this location!
This condo was exactly as pictured!. It was spacious and airy with lots of great natural light! it was pristine in its decor and cleanliness; beds were very comfortable; bathrooms were nicely updated. Everything a guest would need was readily available in the unit (washer and dryer, iron and ironing board, dishes, pots and pans, blender, toaster, etc.).The location was ideal, and the proximity to the pool(s) and the beach was spectacular! I would definitely rent this condo again and recommend it to friends!
I recently had the pleasure of staying at a beach condo for a much-needed vacation, and while the overall experience was fantastic, I encountered some difficulties during the payment process when communicating with the owners through VRBO.
Prior to my arrival, I faced some challenges in coordinating the payment with the owners through VRBO. Communication was initially slow, and finalizing the payment arrangements took longer than expected. This lack of responsiveness created some anxiety and uncertainty during the booking process, which dampened my excitement leading up to the trip.
Despite the initial setbacks, once I arrived at the beach condo, the experience quickly turned around. The location was perfect with easy access to the beach. The condo itself was beautifully decorated, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and luxurious space to unwind and enjoy my time by the beach. I will be recommending it to others.
The condo itself was wonderful. Super cute, easy to get to. Owner was easy to contact.
My only issues with this unit were the amenities within the whole resort. Thing that were not communicated beforehand:
1) The beach shuttle basically just takes you up and down a hill. You have to call a number to get picked up but no one told us this or gave us their number. The owner didn’t give us that information. The first shuttle driver we asked just drove away from us without answering. So don’t get too excited about the supposed beach shuttle.
2) Actual beach access was very limited. The first area beach right off the stairs is reserved for owners only, and the majority of the rest of the beach is taken up by rental chairs. So basically they are trying to get you to spend more money. The area for non chair renting guests is a decent walk and is very small so we were all crammed together. We were pretty disappointed in this.
3) The pool decks had basically zero shade. No umbrellas or trees or anything. We just thought this was weird, I’ve never stayed somewhere with no shade available at a pool.
So those things were pretty unfortunate especially since we were not told beforehand so we went into the vacation thinking we had an easy to use shuttle and easy beach access when neither of those were true. Otherwise great condo and great location.
This condo was a very clean, nice unit. We were very surprised at how nice the resort was- tennis courts, mini golf, basketball, pools, restaurants, etc. It's like an all inclusive type resort, except it is not. The owners also provided chairs, an umbrella, and a wagon for the beach, which was very nice of them, but not in the description. We wouldn't have hauled ours 1000 miles if we had known. However, we would recommend using the resort's beach service, and booking that early. There is a private beach and it was not over-crowded. The beach is a little more than a 3 minute walk, maybe 5, but it is not bad and there is a complimentary resort shuttle. This property also neighbors the Hilton property. The condo had a couple minor issues (cabinet door falling off, clogged drain, etc.), but the management company came and fixed those during our stay. I give it 4 stars only because we had issues getting into the condo. The numerical key lock isn't working currently (new one is on order) and the key to get in was difficult to get in from time to time. A couple times we didn't think we would get in and it took nearly 5 minutes of fiddling to get in. Also, there appears to only be one key to get into the unit. It was a bit of a hassle and we ended up leaving the door slightly ajar so we wouldn't get locked out, which is obviously not ideal. The unit does not have a beach view, but doesn't claim to have one. It does, however, have a nice view of the neighboring nature preserve. We would go back to this resort for sure, and would go back to this condo if we couldn't find one with a beach view. We would highly recommend this resort/unit in general though. It was a great trip!
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rosanni
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carla
11 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
They unit had everything I needed. It was clean with space large enough for 2 adults and 4 kids ages 19,17,12,15. The pool was open and heated!!!!!.. the basket ball court… putt putt golf was nice to have when we didn’t want to go to the beach. Destin boardwalk was only 15 minutes away. I can’t wait to book again!
Awesome overall stay and experience. Prior to our trip, we received amazing and helpful info from the property owner. Once we arrived, the condo was better then described. Very clean, the beds were comfortable, and it met all our needs. We had one minor maintenance request that was taken care of immediately.
The property that the condo sits on is also awesome and very peaceful. The pool and hot tub by our building was a great place to relax and the private beach was only a short walk away. The beach chair and umbrella rental at the beach entrance was also very easy and the staff there was great. Also the pool, restaurant and bar area close the beach was also great and a nice place to relax and get a quick meal and drink. Even though they were understaffed, those working there were amazing and friendly.
Bottom line, I highly recommend this condo. Would be happy to stay there again. A great place to enjoy Destin from!
Great first impressions by the security guard! Seriously, he was the nicest person we met the entire trip. He gave perfect directions to the condo which would have otherwise been difficult to find at night. When we arrived there was no clear entrance to the condo. We did find the elevators and made our way all the way to the far end of the building where the condo was located. It is a corner unit but there is a huge loud air conditioner running all the time right outside the door. If you have dogs, this is great because the dog park is right outside too. So not only do you have a great view of the preserve, but of all the cute puppies, too! The stairs are right outside the door, so you can walk straight down to the parking lot. The condo was better than expected. The rooms were huge with tons of extra space. The second bedroom had a full size bed and a twin and an extra twin mattress, too. The kitchen was stocked so well that you don’t need to bring anything if you’re planning on cooking. The non-stick pan does need to be replaced along with the kitchen towels too. The couch was super comfortable, but we spent most of our time at the beach. The walk to the beach was pleasant and took about 5 minutes from the condo. We were looking forward to relaxing at the pool in the evenings but the water was freezing. One morning the pool was locked and we called several different people, waited an hour, and tried again but it was still locked. We were told to use the pool on the beach, but it was reserved for a wedding. The beach was perfect every day and not overcrowded considering there are 5 large condo complexes in the immediate area. Mini golf and shuffleboard replaced the pool for evening entertainment and the equipment is located at the Tides complex. Don’t make the mistake of walking into the doors, because it’s an office and the lady gets very irritated and tells you to find the clubs and balls outside. The complex is wonderful for morning and evening walks on shaded and beautifully landscaped walk paths. Gave overall 5 for the beauty, cleanliness, and extra room. Will stay somewhere else with a beach view next time.
Condo was exactly as pictured. Very clean inside with extra touches that made the experience even better. When I did message with some minor questions, always got a very prompt response. The entire Tops’l property is very nice. Will absolutely stay in this property again.