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Harborside by AvantStay | Expansive Destin Retreat

Harborside by AvantStay | Expansive Destin Retreat

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Right on Destin Harbor.
Backyard, pool, patio, and upper deck.
Beautiful entrance.
Lower patio lounge is covered with comfortable seating.
Upper deck features a BBQ grill and a large outdoor dining table.

Overview of Harborside by AvantStay | Expansive Destin Retreat

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

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Destin, Florida
  • Popular LocationBig Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park3 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDestin Harbor Boardwalk5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarborWalk Village6 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

7 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Harborside by AvantStay | Expansive Destin Retreat

Beach gear rental credit is included at this property for qualifying stays. Read below for more details!

Harborside puts you right on the edge of Destin Harbor, with enough space and entertainment to show your group an unbeatable Sunshine State escape! Spend your days relaxing by the large pool, conveniently surrounded by a fence, making it perfect for families. There are plenty of loungers near the water, with upper and lower patios providing even more space for relaxing and al fresco dining. Inside, Harborside boasts a bright, contemporary design and seven bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. Spread out between two living rooms, one on each floor, with the bottom boasting a ping pong table for friendly competitions. The modern kitchen is easy to keep stocked, with convenient grocery shopping just five minutes away. You'll be close to all of Destin's beaches, family-friendly entertainment, and natural beauty! We can't wait to welcome you!

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

Located in Northwest Florida, Destin is dubbed the “world's luckiest fishing village.” This Emerald Coast city is known for its sparkling white beaches, numerous golf courses, and world-famous fishing. Nearby zipline courses, dolphin cruises, and amusement parks make it a perfect destination for families. Adults and large groups also come here for beach parties during the day and live music at night.

Local Attractions: Destin Commons, Silversands Outlets, Crab Island, Dolphin Tours, Charter Offshore Fishing, Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park, Crackings, Louisiana Lagniappe, Jackacuda’s Seafood + Sushi.

*Home Truths:*
- Please note that active commercial and residential construction is currently underway in the city of Destin.
- Pool heat is available for an additional fee, but must be requested at least 48 hours before your stay.
- Please note: Pool heat will not be available during the summer months (April 1 - October 31).
- This home accepts a maximum of 2 pets. But pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $150 per pet and a deposit of $300. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- A golf cart is available to rent for 100/day ($150/day during high season/May-September) fee but must be rented for the entirety of your stay.
- Please note that the boat lift is not available for guest use.

Parking Details:
- Driveway accommodates 8 cars.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed and twin daybed w/ En-suite
Bedroom 2 / King bed w/ En-suite
Bedroom 3 / King bed w/ En-suite
Bedroom 4 / King bed w/ En-suite
Bedroom 5 / Queen bed w/ En-suite
Bedroom 6 / 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed w/En-suite
Bedroom 7 / Queen bed w/ En-suite
+ 2 twin size tri-fold sleeping mats

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Beach Gear Credit:

AvantStay has partnered with VayK Gear, a beach gear delivery service provider, to offer beach gear rentals to our guests!

Guests with reservations of 2 to 14 nights at participating AvantStay properties will receive a credit towards beach gear rentals during your stay. The credit amount will vary based on your booking. You may use your credit for bicycles, chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, boogie boards, and more - the choice is yours!

Once you’ve made your reservation at one of our participating properties, be on the lookout for an email from VayK Gear to make your gear selection. If you reach the credit limit, you can still add additional items priced at their exclusive, discounted rates. To keep your vacation stress-free, your gear will be delivered to your rental property on the day you arrive and will be picked up the day you depart.

PLEASE NOTE: From mid-spring to early fall, beach gear inventory - especially bicycles - are in high demand and may be limited. We recommend reserving your gear as early as possible.

*Credit is applicable to guest reservations of 2 to 14 nights only. There is no cash value if the credit is not used. Some properties do not participate in this program and will not have any reference to beach gear credit in their property descriptions.

Property manager

AvantStay
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Holiday Isle, a neighborhood in Destin. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons 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.
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Destin, Florida

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 4 min walk
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive
  • HarborWalk Marina - 6 min drive
  • HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - 5 min drive
  • Beach Camp Brewpub - 4 min drive
  • Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Harborside by AvantStay | Expansive Destin Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Great house and location, we would like to stay there again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacobo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Great place we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Wilmington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything You Could Want
We rang in the New Year with a family vacation and stayed here. It was a fantastic location. Property has all the amenities you could want. It was very clean and the check in/out process was easy. I would totally recommend this home for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous house for our vacation!
The house was perfect for our large family to spend Christmas. The house is exactly like the pictures and description with perfect views. The host is amazing and very responsive. We will definitely rent this house again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location and Home
This home is perfect for a large group and the view of the bay is beautiful, with just a short walk to the beach. The home is stocked very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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