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Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach!

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Living area
Pool
Beach
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bathroom

Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach!

Southbay by the Gulf, is a quaint little townhome community located on the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This secluded property offers such a variety of vacation homes; you will be drawn back, time after memorable time.Our units feature private patios/balconies to enjoy beautiful views from. Southbay has 2 swimming pools and 2 kiddy pools; we heat the south pool seasonally. If it's tennis that you love, we have that too. Our grounds are made for walking so park at your front door and enjoy a stroll through the property while feeding the birds, fish and turtles.

*7 night minimum (Saturday - Saturday) Memorial Day - Labor Day / Spring Break & Fall Break*

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3156561vb
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 the beach. HarborWalk Village and Baytowne Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Harbor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Beaches - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Jolee Island Nature Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southbay by the Gulf 12 Overlooking Pool! ~ Short Walk to Beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Great location

Perfect stay. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you, Andrew, for your brief but fantastic review! We're glad to hear you had a perfect stay, and we would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugenio B.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed the place and great host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2024
I am so happy you enjoyed your stay. We cannot wait until you come back again to visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla B.

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

Family spring break trip

Very clean and welcoming place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thank you, Karla. I'm pleased to hear that you found the place very clean and welcoming. We look forward to having you back for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittney L.

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

Great stay

Close to the beach, nice pool
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2024
Thanks Brittney! See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

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

Frienly guest

Clean , convenient, everyone was friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2025
Thank you so much, Janice, for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you found our property clean and convenient, and that everyone was friendly. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jessica B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was great! Short and nice walk to beach(which was absolutely beautiful) the place was clean until you walked barefoot and your feet turned black(requested a mop and received it quickly) (apparently the cleaners do NOT mop) also the beds were extremely hard and very uncomfortable. Thankfully the showers were clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for your great review! We're happy to hear you found everything clean and comfortable. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marie S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Ok for the Price

I expected more from the photos, but had the men in our group ducking through doorways because it's small. It's also very outdated and the I didn't ever get a response when messaging the day of checkin with a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We regret to hear that the space did not meet your expectations and that you found it smaller than anticipated. We strive to provide accurate representations of our property through photos and descriptions, and we will review these to ensure they set the right expectations. We sincerely apologize for the outdated aspects you mentioned and for the lack of response on the day of your check-in. Communication is a priority for us, and we will take steps to ensure this does not happen in the future. Your comments are valuable, and we will use them to improve the experience for our guests. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christopher C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
House is not kept up with, floors were dirty, showers were dirty, found Arby’s trash under the bed, dirty pillows stuck in between bed and wall, picture frames behind bed head bed with broken glass, 2nd floor deck rails missing, holes in screen door… Beds were very uncomfortable, overall location not terrible, pool is nice…
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Dear Christopher, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. Cleanliness and safety are top priorities for us, and I regret that we fell short of your expectations in these areas. I have already addressed the cleaning concerns with our team to ensure this does not happen again. Additionally, the broken picture frame, missing deck rails, and screen door holes are being repaired immediately. I also appreciate your feedback regarding the beds and will evaluate options to improve their comfort. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the pool and found the location convenient. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve, and I hope we have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great location and price

The property was clean and comfortable. The pool was beautifully maintained and the noise was at a minimum (a concern for us as our balcony overlooked the pool). The townhouse area was clean and well landscaped and the coded gates allowed guest only access, which was appreciated. The location was perfectly situated near the beach and several of our favorite restaurants. We could even walk to several of them with little effort (Pancakery, etc.). An excellent stay and we plan to book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Angela M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Condo inside

Found 3 cockroaches inside condo with one being on the master room bed. There is mildew around air vent in living room and dining room wall. The walls were dirty. The bathrooms need updated, both showers were dirty! I had to walk around with socks. Sleep on top of my own blankets which I left there. Had to wear my crocks in the shower. There were NO bath linen glad I take my own towels. There was dust and dirt along bottom of walls behind nightstand it was very disgusting and disappointing. It was our first time in Destin which the beach is beautiful and the pool was very clean at the condo by the way. When we walked inside the condo the first time it smelled so bad we had to by candles and spray air fresheners. Would not recommend. There were no reviews so we took our chances. So much money spent to rent with better expectations..
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Limbano B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Todo limpio
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2025
Thank you, Limbano, for your kind words! We’re so glad you found everything clean and to your satisfaction. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you loved your stay and truly appreciate you choosing our property. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocio P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Thank you for your great review. I am happy you loved your stay with us.

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Hosted by Brad Johnson

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