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Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$

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Screened porch
Living room with sleeper sofa
Shore Be Nice
Living room
Living room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Destin Commons
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Jack and Jill

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$

Welcome to Shore Be Nice! Escape to this charming beach cottage, your perfect retreat for a stress-free vacation by the shore! Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the cozy front porch, then unwind in the spacious screened-in back porch after a day at the beach. Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen, a welcoming family room, and two comfortable bedrooms with a shared jack-and-jill bathroom—ideal for a family of four or two couples. Living room features a leather sleeper sofa.

Just a short three-block stroll takes you to breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over Destin’s stunning emerald waters and sugar-white sands. And for those traveling with furry friends, we're pet-friendly—just let us know in advance (a $299+taxes non-refundable pet fee applies with approval).

Snowbirds 2027 available great rates message for details.

A security deposit and signed rental agreement are required after booking. Come experience coastal living at its finest!

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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 one pet total)
Contact us-not permitted in peak. $299 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2817680vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this cottage is near a water park and near the beach. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Commons - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful beach cottage! West end! 3 blks to beach! Front & back porch! Save $$ located?

This family-friendly Destin cottage is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Club LA and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dezarre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! It was beautiful and very close to the beach. Only a 5-7 minute walk. Very beautiful home too!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were great as were the amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!Our fur baby loved the screened porch, he never gets to go outside without being held because he weighs five pounds, and we have hawks and owls that could pick him up easily.The area was very quiet considering all the spring breakers!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alli B.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house is cozy and clean and easily walkable to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Thank you, Alli!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Beach Vacation

Great property in a nice central location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Slavic A.

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

Great location, close to the beach

We had a great stay. The house is a couple of blocks away from the beach, short 7 minutes walk. Beach toys, chairs and a wagon provided by the host helped a lot There's a lot of things to do in the area and everything is just a short drive away
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great would definitely use again
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stan S.

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

Family Vacation

Awesome beach house!! Great location!! We will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfred M.

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

Spring Break

Great place and customer service
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Thank you, Alfred!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

APRIL B.

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

Clean, cozy, and convenient

This was the perfect space and location for our family and dog. Nice quiet street, clean home, and almost everything we needed was already there. It was cozy and comfortable, and the host communicated well with us. Just a few blocks walk to the public beach access area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

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

Great home and location!

The house is the perfect size for a family of 4. Close to the Beach and plenty of attractions. We walked to the Beach daily. I would highly recommend staying here if given the chance. Will definitely look for it again if we go back to Destin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla C.

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

Perfect for our family of 4

This 2 bedroom was perfect for our small family. We rented a golf cart but the distance to the beach is easily walkable. We took advantage of the beach chairs and beach towels provided by the owners. The WiFi was fast and tv service was also provided. I would recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great short stay

We had a few days for break and really enjoyed it. Easy walk to beach, close to everything, great house, clean, exactly as advertised. Wish it could have been longer. Zero complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thanks for the review, Scott! Come back and see us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

Perfect home in a great location for us, our 14 y/o daughter & her friend. We had all the amenities we needed and were very comfortable in this home! The walk to the beach was short, allowing easy back and forth if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

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

Great location

Perfect for the two of us. Great location. Host were easy to work with. Immediate response to our emails.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying with us, Denise! We enjoyed hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

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

Cute house and convenient walkable neighborhood

All we needed for the 2 of us and the dogs. Enjoyed the screened in back porch and walking the dogs thru the neighborhood. Close to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

WONDERFUL BEACH COTTAGE!

This cottage was amazing! It felt just like home! I loved the front porch and the screened in back porch - so comfortable! The cottage is in a quiet neighborhood, easy to get to and easy to get to the things we wanted to do! Owners were so responsive and helpful! Loved it, would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2024
Thank you, Mary! Come back and see us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Awesome

This was our first time to Destin and we fell in love.The cottage was great ,perfect size and location and has a good size backyard for our fur babies.The only recommendation i would make is a king size bed or a firmer matress for those of us who have back issues .We would stay again for sure !Great communication as well .So appreciative of it being pet friendly,our pets are our babies and we take them everywhere .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thank you for staying with us! Come back and see us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Perfect & Comfy

We stayed here the last week of June. The first thing that I noticed, when we arrived at the house, was how clean it was - the floors, bathrooms, kitchen. I was immaculate. We enjoyed our stay and the location is absolutely perfect. We walked to nearby restaurants and walked down to the beach everyday. I will definitely stay here again and highly recommend it. Also, the owner is very communicative and always answered my questions in a very timely manner. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

White sand and Turkey!

We enjoyed spending Thanksgiving in the Florida sunshine great place to stay highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Thanks, Scott! Come back and see us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Fall Break

Quiet, quaint neighborhood. The property was very clean and had everything needed. A few restaurants and stores within walking distance. The public beach access in walking distance was a bit of a disappointment. It was mostly roped off for the ocean front condominiums. There were more beach access areas within driving distance. Overall great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Great getaway, hope to return!

This property was the perfect beach getaway for my mom and I. They had everything we needed to get by for the week and is conveniently located for everything Destin has to offer. The check-in process was super easy and communication regarding the property was wonderful. I was so grateful to find an affordable location that accepted my small dogs however beware that there are gaps in the fence on each side of the house. They’ve attached boards to close up these areas but if your pups are a small as mine (5lb and 12lb), they’ll still fit. We just made sure to keep them on leash any time we went outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

This is a dream come true.

Amazing location. Close to the beach, local shopping, and Destin fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Cozy and perfect!

I stayed here with my daughter and it was perfect for just the two of us. The house is clean and cozy. The kitchen was well stocked and the neighborhood felt really safe and friendly. The only thing we had trouble with was the public beach access for the neighborhood. The beach front is super crowded and very small. We were asked to leave one of the adjoining properties because we weren't renting there. So I recommend paying $6 and going to Henderson State Park which is right next door. It was just as quick to get to Henderson Park as it is to walk to the public beach access from the house. We enjoyed it so much better and it was like having our own private beach! Overall we are very happy with our choice to stay here! It was so good and we made so many sweet memories. Bruce and Mande are both accomoding and gracious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mande and Bruce

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Hi, we are Bruce and Mande! Welcome to Be Happy Rentals of 30A — a boutique, father–daughter–owned management company built on one simple belief: every guest deserves a 5-star experience, every time. What started as a small family passion for creating welcoming, thoughtful vacation spaces has grown into a carefully curated collection of homes along Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast.

We treat every property as if it were our own and every guest as if they were family. From professional photography and beautifully prepared spaces to prompt communication and meticulous housekeeping, we focus on the details that make vacations effortless and memorable. Our goal is not just to provide a place to stay — it’s to create a stay that brings joy, comfort, and connection.

Whether you’re here for sun-soaked beach days, family gatherings, or peaceful escapes, we’re honored to host you. At Be Happy Rentals of 30A, we take great pride in offering clean, well-maintained homes, responsive support, and a warm, personal touch that sets us apart.

We’re thrilled to share our little piece of paradise with you — and we can’t wait to make your visit a happy one.

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