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Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB

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A kitchen with a double sink, granite countertops, and a ceiling fan.
A double door with glass panels, flanked by two potted plants, and a bench with a cushion.
A living room with a beige sofa, a blue patterned rug, a wicker side table with a lamp, and a painting of a beach scene.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel sinks, a microwave, stove, and a hanging light fixture.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, a heart-shaped wall decoration, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Choctawhatchee Bay
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Niceville, FL
  • Place, Choctawhatchee Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor Boardwalk
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB

Serene & luxurious guesthouse cottage located 4 miles to Destin & shopping. A short stroll to the neighborhood bayside park where you can launch your Paddle board or Kayak, watch the sunset, or go fishing.

Within minutes from your private cottage you will enjoy:
*Emerald Beaches
*Bluewater Bay Marina
*Rocky Bayou State Park (Paddle board & Kayak rentals)
*Fishing Charters
*Boat Rentals & Tours
*Golf Courses
*Helicopter tours
*Destin & Sandestin Shopping Mall
*The Best Seafood Restaurants on the beach

The space
* Fully equipped kitchen
* Laundry room,
* Spa-like bedroom & bathroom
* Soft luxurious linens & towels
* Toiletries provided
* Plush comfortable sleeper sofa
* Grill and outdoor dining

Guest access
* Private coded locked entrance
* Private fenced yard
* Guesthouse is located on its own private area of a half-acre estate

Other things to note
* Must be 25+ to book
* Quiet neighborhood with working class families as neighbors
* No on-site parties allowed
* Currently changing our landscaping to make your space even more luxurious and beautiful.

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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 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out time is 10am.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
By booking this property, you agree to follow the house rules. Violations may lead to cancellation without refund and removal from property.
Maintain the peaceful nature of the neighborhood ● Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM – keep TV, music, and voices at a moderate level.
For liability and security reasons, unregistered guests or onsite -------- Guest Experiences, are not permitted without the host’s express permission

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2947862vb
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Niceville

Located in Niceville, this villa is near theme parks and on a lake. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, or consider a night out at LuLu's Destin, FL.. 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.
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Niceville, FL

What's nearby

  • Choctawhatchee Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Destin Beaches - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 21.9 km
  • HarborWalk Village - 21 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪LuLu's Destin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB on 6 Oct 2026 start from AU$765, 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 Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayside Cottage 4 miles to Destin, Shopping & Beaches, minutes to Elgin AFB located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Choctawhatchee Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bluewater Bay Golf Course and Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park‎. Bluewater Bay Tennis Center is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great communication with the owners. The entire experience was very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this location for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful clean and comfortable

The accommodations for absolutely pristine, everything looked brand new, and perfect. There were so many little extra touches to make me feel at home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words about the Bayside Cottage. We enjoyed hosting you and welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jimmy & Chrys Parrish

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My husband and I love entertaining and hosting people, we also love traveling and seeing the world. When traveling we always prefer to stay at a home away from home. Traveling this way has given us the opportunity to incorporate everything we love about a short-term rental and add it to ours. We want it to be your home away from home.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful quiet bayside community with a community beach park, large estate homes and lots, close proximity to everything you enjoy about this area, without the noise and traffic.

What makes this property unique

Close proximity to everything this area has to offer. Beaches, shopping, boating, parasailing, fishing charters, kayaking & paddle boarding, fresh seafood restaurants, marinas, crab island all within 5 miles of our location. Truly in the center of everything.

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