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Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool!

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A two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a balcony.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by palm trees and a brick driveway.
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and a dining area in the background.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and modern appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor entertainment area
    A rare find — gather and enjoy the dedicated outdoor entertainment space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James Lee Park

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

First Floor Guest King Suite #1

1 King Bed

First Floor King Suite #2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Second Floor Bunk Bedroom #1

4 Double Beds

Second Floor Guest King Suite #2

1 King Bed

Second Floor King Suite # 1

1 King Bed

Third Floor Bunk Room

4 Double Beds

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Jack and Jill Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Powder Room

Toilet

Guest King Suite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Third Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home 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 Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Fat Daddy's Arcade and Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation 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 ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • James Lee Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Captain Dave's - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool!?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool! on 1 May 2027 start from AU$9,738, 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.

How much is parking at Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Views | Steps To The Beach! | Private Pool! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 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. 41 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and received quick response when we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were several minor issues and they immediately took care of us . The one gentleman Ian who came over was very friendly and customer oriented. My family very much enjoyed staying there. You just walk out the back gate and walk across the street and there’s the beach. The water was beautiful. We had great weather. I recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible place to stay. This home is fully stocked and has everything you need for a relaxing and fun vacation. We had 6 kids and 9 adults, and we all had plenty of space. The view from this home is absolutely perfect and the location as well. The property management was very attentive. We will for sure come here again and stay. Thank you for this amazing vacation home, lots of memories made here. I would HIGHLY recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The pool was a huge hit with the kids and proximity to the beach was as good as it gets without actually being on the beach. We had a few minor maintenance issues that were handled immediately. We’d go back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Destin Family Vacation spot

Nice house with a beautiful pool. We all were comfortable and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thanks for leaving us a great review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay in Destin!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Blessed By The Sea was amazing! The home was clean, spacious, and well-equipped with everything we needed. It’s just a short walk to beautiful James Lee Beach, which was a huge plus.We loved the ice maker, two refrigerators, and fully stocked kitchen. The beds were comfortable after long days in the sun. The kids especially enjoyed the pool and games in the house. We wished the hot tub was a bit warmer it was consistently at pool temp but other than that everything was perfect. Great home for a relaxing multi-family getaway, we’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location steps from the beach

Fantastic property just steps from the beach. Great outdoor entertaining area with private pool was perfect for hanging out after a long day at the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home. Some of the rooms run hot and the internet is spotty, but I never contacted the host about these issues, so not holding it against them. The location is great to get to the beach and the house was so spacious and beautiful. Definitely a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House

This house was perfect for our family of 14 and the beach access was a quick, easy walk. We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thanks for your feedback and great review Leigh!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! Fourteen of our closest friends and family from the Midwest enjoyed every minute of this beautiful home. The pool, beach, and ocean views were perfect, and the hoe had everything we needed-we hardly left! The owner was friendly and quick to respond to any questions, including local recommendations for a bite to eat. Highly recommend and would absolutely come back next year! This could be our annual trip together.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was everything we expected and more! We had 10 adults and 6 kids and it still felt spacious! We had an easy walk to the beach and the property actually accommodated all 5 of our vehicles. The memories will last a lifetime!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!!

This house was everything you see in the pictures plus more!! Very accommodating for our group... loved being just steps away from the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for the great review Kristi! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back to visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is truly a home away from home. You have everything you need. My family enjoyed the in and outside of the home. The kitchen is chefs kiss!!!! You have all the things you need from fridge, icemaker, space, sitting. The beds were comfortable. Ohhhh and the pool. The pool was so warm it made it so enjoyable for the night time swim.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful property with easy access to the beach. There were a few minor inconveniences that my group encountered (outdoor shower didn’t work, hot tub didn’t work, and unable to set thermostat as it had a passcode on it) but overall it was an enjoyable experience and a great house for a large group!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Glad you had an overall enjoyable vacation! From our Nest history, it shows you ran the A/C units at 69 degrees non-stop for the 3 days you were here. We do have a lock preventing guests from lowering it below 69 degrees as it can damage the system. As for the pool and spa, you did not want to pay for heating so it wasn't heated. Unfortunately this does cost extra outside of the months of October - April and due to the high cost, we have to charge for it. It appears the outdoor shower was working fine before you arrived and after your departure. Wish we knew you had an issue operating it so we could have shown you how to do so.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough great things about our experience. The home has everything you could think of and things you didn't think about like a commercial icemaker! The views and access to the beach can't be beat. We loved the added security of the gated access. Anyone thinking about Destin could not pick a better place or a better host. Joey was great and immediately responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience and Stay

We booked this property for a girls weekend and it was PERFECT! Gorgeous inside and out, the management is so kind and get backs to you so quickly, and it was the most stocked/supplied home I've ever rented. Truly the best property I've ever stayed out. Location is prime as well! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blessed to the Sea! Lovely home finished nicely with a very well equipped kitchen. Management company was very responsive to any questions we had. Location was great with very quick access to the white sand beach. Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
Thanks for the great review, Ann! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Blessed By The Sea!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time!

We enjoyed our time at the home very much. The kitchen was amazing! The bedrooms were so large and spacious. We felt safe at all times in the neighborhood. The location was close to everything that the teenagers wanted to venture out and do. Thank you for a memorable trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Blessed by the Sea! Thanks for leaving us a great review!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Great location and view. No working coffee maker and the house needs maintenance. Pictures online do not accurately represent how dated the home is
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Sorry you felt this way. To clarify a few things; The photos were taken in January of 2025 so they are accurate. When you booked if this wasn't up to your standards, perhaps you should have booked elsewhere. You mentioned the coffee maker at the home 4 days into your stay. We sent someone over to correct this and someone in your group said there were 3 others so "not a big deal." Sorry this was the tipping point for your negative review even though we tried to correct it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house for a large family! Great location across from the beach. The kids loved the pool. Only issue was the ice maker didn't work. The host sent a repairman over but part needed was not available. Great place to create family memories. Perfect for our family! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great week!

What an impressive place! The space was perfect our big crew, 18 of us and beds and bathrooms for each individual family. Beach access was 3-4 minutes away. Massive kitchen with more than enough space and we never felt cramped or crowded. The pool deck was also spacious, clean and chairs for everyone. We found our beach spot…would be tough to beat!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The best family vacation ever!

Our large party of 20 fell in LOVE with Blessed by the Sea! Truly the most perfect vacation home for our family with lots of kids of all ages! The short walk to the beach, the kitchen, separate rooms/baths, and the backyard was all simply a dream! The house was so well maintained, updated and clean. We will never forget the memories made here with our extended family. Cannot recommend this house enough! We’ll be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

This place was great. Very clean. Plenty of room for all of us. Kitchen was very well stocked ( we cooked in a lot to avoid the long waits). The outdoor space is one of the best we’ve had in the Destin Area. Lots of lounge chairs around the pool. The double washers and dryers were awesome to have. The property managers were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thanks for the great review Brenda! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Blessed By The Sea!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

You Have To Stay Here!

I had an idea of what the place looked like from the pictures but it’s truly even better in person. Every room has a good amount of space and the open dining, kitchen, and living setup makes for the place feel bigger than it already is. The back of the house faces the beach and it’s so nice to enjoy the pool and see the beach. The location is great if you enjoy walking or running. You are still so close to great restaurants. I can’t recommend this house enough!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place for our family vacation!

My large family (my children, my siblings & their children, our parents) stayed here and loved it! It was the perfect size for us, with plenty of space and seating. The location and pool size were a huge plus. We are already making plans to stay here for the next all-family vacation in a couple of years. The only downside, I would say, was that the second-floor bunk room had no window covering, and the two fold-out sofa beds didn't have any sheets or pillows. We made it work-luckily the families staying in those rooms had sheets and pillows with them. Overall, a wonderful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2024
Thanks for the great review!
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