Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
4 Double Sofa Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Half Bathroom
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access
Top Reasons to Book this Beautiful Home:
* Sun Room w/ Grill and Private Pool (heated for add'l $43/nt)
* Gas Fireplace and Wet Bar in Living Area
* 6-Seater Electric LSV (Low Speed Vehicle)-add'l $75/nt
* Exquisite Touches with High-end Furnishings and Decor
* Beach Access 0.8 miles Away at The Crab Trap
* Located in Exclusive, Gated Destiny East Community
* Community Pool, Hot Tub, Clubhouse and Fitness Center
* Tennis Courts, Basketball, Movie Theater, Grilling Area, and Playground
* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
* This property is Not available to adults under age 25. No Exceptions.*
*Wristbands are required and included in the $40 check in fee. *
*LSV rentals require a $500 refundable deposit.*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs January thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.
*The unit Pool heating service fee is $450/month, *The community pool heating is only available during the months of January and February.
Looking for a beach vacation filled with luxury and relaxation? Look no further than Eat.Sleep.Beach.Repeat, a stunning home located in Destiny East. This spacious home includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and is just a short walk from the beach. Each bedroom boasts a comfortable bed, with a king bed in the master suite that includes an ensuite bathroom with a large soaking tub, a separate walk-in shower, and double vanities. The living room is the perfect place to relax and entertain, with plenty of seating, a wet bar, and a brand new Smart TV. In fact, there are new Smart TVs in every bedroom and the living room! Enjoy meals in the upscale kitchen/dining area with stainless steel appliances and ample seating. Step outside into the enclosed sunroom with a patio and grill, or take a dip in your own private pool (heated for an additional fee). The private driveway and garage make parking easy, and you can walk or take the LSV to the beach. With a queen sleeper sofa in the living room, this home can comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. Don't miss out on the opportunity to Eat.Sleep.Beach.Repeat in style!
Gated, upscale Destiny East is a luxurious neighborhood with lush landscaping and an array of amenities. Club Destiny is where you'll find the huge seasonally heated community pool with waterfall. There is also another pool on Scenic 98 on Four Prong Lake to stop by on the way to the beach. You can also enjoy a game of tennis or pickleball on the two tennis courts, soak in the hot tub, let the kids burn some energy on the playground, duke it out on the basketball court or relax for a show in the clubhouse theater. You can't beat this central Destin location! Walk to Tuscany Italian Bistro or head towards the beach for great seafood at the Crab Trap or Captain Dave's on the Gulf.
The Bed Setup:
Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed
Living Room: 2- Queen Sleeper Sofa and 2- Twin
Area Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.
All the excitement of Destin is just minutes away: choice of water-sports, golf, amusement parks, and outlet shopping. One glimpse of Destin beaches and you're hooked. It must be the wide, white beaches and the famous emerald waters. Not to mention the fabulous fishing, the world's most beautiful beaches, addictive seafood and the full array of activities for kids of all ages and more fun to be found in Destin.
Nearby are 6 miles of paved trails - perfect for both walking or biking. Pretty, unspoiled, Henderson Beach State Park is just down the road as well.
If you are near Miramar Beach, the snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Dolphin Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 685 feet straight out from the Miramar Regional Public Beach access (by Pompano Joe's), it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Dolphin Reef is at a depth of 12-20 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!
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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
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
El Jalisco Destin - 2 min drive
Crab Trap Destin - 15 min walk
Kenny D's - 16 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access on 3 Sept 2026 start from AU$558, 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 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 🌞 Destiny East Luxury Home • Private Heated Pool • LSV • Close to Beach Access located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Emerald Bay Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Awesome place, just as listed, very accommodating!
Lora Ansley M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
Lora, thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad the property met your expectations and that you found it accommodating. We hope to welcome you back soon!
House and neighborhood were great. We have stayed in this neighborhood 6 times and awalys fantastic. Beach is close and community pool is always clean and nice.
Jason S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Jason, thank you for your 5-star review. We're happy to hear you continue to enjoy the neighborhood and amenities. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next stay!
A big house with enough space to accommodate a family of 6, what we enjoyed most was the pool, communication is very good!
Glenda C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
Glenda, thank you for your 5-star review. We're glad the spacious house and pool made your family stay enjoyable. We appreciate your kind words about our communication and hope to host you again soon!
Tammy
RealJoy Vacations
Mary, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time. We hope you'll join us again soon for another amazing stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
This home was exactly as shown on the pictures. Great location very roomy and beautiful home. We will most definitely be booking again
Leslie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2023
Leslie, we are very happy to know that you loved staying in this beautiful, well-located 3-bed, 2.5-bath home, which met your expectations, offering plenty of space. Thank you for choosing RealJoy. Please visit again soon.
I am so impressed with the location of this property and the property itself it is in a great place to go via golf cart to many restaurants and the beautiful ocean I will certainly be rebooking this home for our next vacation
Angie P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2022
Angie, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are thrilled that you were impressed with this property. We're glad the location was convenient and the ocean was beautiful. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Everything is exactly as pictured. Absolutely awesome
Regina M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Regina, we are happy to know that you enjoyed an amazing stay in this absolutely awesome 3-bedroom, 2.5- bath home in Destiny East. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
I will definitely be back soon. Great house, great area, we really enjoyed with my wife and kids I highly recommend it
Edgar Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Edgar, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay. It's our pleasure to provide a wonderful experience, and we look forward to your return. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Great stay place is spacious and clean and is in a nice gated community. They have a quick response to any problems that you may have. In the center of it all and minutes from boardwalk. Will stay again.
Brandon T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2022
Brandon, Thank you for letting us know that you had a great stay. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the gated community and being in the center of it all. We look forward to seeing you again. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
It was nice floors a lil dirty but everything else was on spot also the jacuzzi tub did not work but it was still nice my family enjoyed the stay i will book longer next time
Donesha D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michelle M.
6 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Eat.Sleep.Beach.Repeat
The property was spacious for our family of 4. The property needs to be upgraded and cleaned throughly.
We really enjoyed the house and how close it was to everything. The internet had a few issues, but other than that it was perfect for our family. We all had enough space and were able to get plenty of time at the beach.
Robyn B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2023
Robyn, we appreciate you letting us know that you really enjoyed staying in this spacious, well-located 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Destiny East. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Had a wonderful time. The property was big and cozy. Golfcart is a must to the beach access. There are some things that need a little TLC but overall we were very satisfied with the property and had a wonderful time in Destin, Fl.
Rhonda R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Rhonda, Thank you for letting us know that you had a wonderful time. We're so glad you were cozy and satisfied. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Overall property was nice just need some updating and extra cleaning. There were a few things/fixtures broken but overall nice property. I did love that a golf cart was included. This was very convenient to drive to the beach and stores that were short distance.
Mark T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Mark, Thank you for reviewing your stay with us. We apologize for any improper cleaning and broken items. If we had known about these issues during your stay we would have sent someone to clean and repair things. We're glad the location was convenient and you enjoyed the golf cart. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
The house had German roaches lots gross and microwave broken really paying 600 a night and have roaches
Janice K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2022
Janice, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your stay. We appreciate you letting us know that there are roaches in the unit. We wish we had known during your stay so that we could have addressed this issue before you left. Like all of our units, this one is on a regular pest control schedule. It is likely the roaches crawled in through an open door or window as they too, get hot in the summer. We will investigate at our next opportunity to make sure there is not an infestation. We hope that you enjoyed some time on our beautiful beaches and had a safe trip home.
Overall it was very nice and really enjoyed our stay..we only used the golf cart twice and both times it quit on us and luckily started again… we did notify Joy vacations and they were waiting on an answer from owners so we feel we shouldn’t have to pay for the golf carts and joy vacations said we wouldn’t have to…. The only other thing was the dish washer had an odor when I opened it ….I don’t use dishwashers so I never used it….otherwise it was great and I would definitely come back
Cherri M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Kris M.
29 Oct 2023
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
House was beautiful and in a great location. However after being there for only 5 minutes the bottom of our feet were black. Floors were not cleaned. Bathrooms were filthy. Both bath tubs had hair in them. Hair that was not ours. If I was the owner of the home I would highly recommend getting away from RealJoy vaca because it’s not the first time I have had cleanliness issues with them.
Kris M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
Kris, We apologize if the unit was not as clean as it should have been. If you had let us know during your stay, we could have sent a new cleaner out to redo the work. We're glad the location was great and we hope you had a safe trip home.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveller
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Needs some TLC
The house was dirty. Thankful I didn’t have children with me. The pool and patio area needs attention. Could barely get the patio doors open. The family room television worked sporadically. The beds had a thin bedspread and no extra blanket. They were no blankets at all for the pull out couch. It’s a shame because the house could be nice. It’s in a beautiful neighborhood. I would never stay on this house again. I’m
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jacquelyn F.
14 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Served it’s purpose
I’ll start by saying we had a great vacation with friends. We felt for the price of the rental our expectations were not met. The master bedroom sheets had make up stains on them at our arrival. We could not find sheets for the pull out couches. The floors looked clean however your feet would be black after walking on them. We traveled by airplane so we couldn’t bring everyday kitchen items and felt the kitchen could have had more accessories. The house was beautiful but needed some upkeep (loose cabinets, loose faucet on the jacuzzi tub, jacuzzi tub jets didn’t work, and the doors to the pool area were very hard to open). We did reach out to the property manager during our stay and they were timely in their responses and did offer to come out to deliver clean sheets.
Jacquelyn F.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jennifer S.
22 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but a little lacking
The location of this property was the best part. It's located close to the beach and to all of the things you might want to do in Destin. The house itself could use a bit of attention, especially the kitchen. We didn't really eat at the house, but still found the kitchen lacking. Even to cut up fruit and make sandwiches, it was a stretch to find what we needed (never did find a cutting board.) Some of the cabinet doors and knobs were barely hanging on and were dingy. The floors in the whole house were not clean. I get that it's the beach and there's sand, but even the first day we arrived, it felt gross to walk around barefooted. Overall it was fine and not worth making a big fuss about, but it left me a little disappointed, especially with the money we spent to stay here. I was also very turned off by receiving marketing emails after we returned home from the realty company that manages the property.
We really enjoyed our stay at the property. It's location is excellent and the neighborhood was quite and nice. There were six adults and an infant with us. Due to inclement weather we ate in mostly. We ran out of trash bags, dish soap, paper towels, and toilet paper in a three night stay. They wifi was ok. Also the pool man was in our screened in porch at 8am while some of our guests were getting ready.
Thank you for the lovely review. We’d love to host you again! RealJoy Vacations
About the host
Hosted by RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your Swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!
Why they chose this property
The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!
What makes this property unique
Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.
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