Welcome to Hakuna Matata, where coastal elegance meets relaxed beach living in the exclusive gated community of Destiny West. Perfectly positioned along Scenic 98, this beautifully appointed home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and convenience — just moments from James Lee Park and The Crab Trap.
Designed with both entertaining and unwinding in mind, Hakuna Matata features a spacious open-concept layout that brings everyone together while still offering private retreats throughout.
Refined Interior Living
The fully equipped chef’s kitchen showcases premium stainless-steel appliances, including a KitchenAid built-in ice maker — perfect for filling coolers before beach days or mixing evening cocktails. The open flow between kitchen, dining, and living spaces creates a bright, welcoming atmosphere ideal for family gatherings and relaxed evenings.
Bedroom Accommodations
Bedroom 1 – First Floor Primary Suite King bed with private en-suite bath featuring a sleek walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2 – Second Floor Bunk Suite Two twin-over-queen bunks, private en-suite bath with jetted tub, and television. Designed for both kids and adults to enjoy.
Bedroom 3 – Second Floor King Suite King bed, private en-suite bath, and television for added comfort.
Outdoor Oasis
Step into your private fenced backyard retreat featuring:
• Outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach days • BBQ grill for evening cookouts • Twinkling café lights for relaxed outdoor dining • Comfortable space to gather and unwind
Exclusive Perks
6-Passenger Golf Cart Cruise to the beach or explore Scenic 98 in style. A beach wagon is included for added convenience. The golf cart must remain in the garage and plugged in when not in use.
Fun Pass Included Your stay includes one complimentary activity per day, per guest.
November–February • Urban Air Adventure Park • Baytowne Wharf Adventure Zone • Golf at select courses
March–October • All winter activities plus • Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise • The Gulfarium
Destiny West Community Amenities
Just a short walk from the home, enjoy access to:
• Community pool and hot tub • Clubhouse with fitness center • Tennis courts • Basketball goal
Prime Destin Location
Hakuna Matata places you near some of Destin’s most beloved attractions, dining, and conveniences — all just minutes away.
Convenient Details
• Off-street parking for up to three vehicles • Local management team for responsive, personalized service
Property Guidelines
• Trash: Green lid (regular trash) Tuesday and Friday; Yellow lid (recycling) Tuesday. Place bins curbside the night before pickup. • No smoking inside the property • Check-in: 4:00 PM CST • Check-out: 10:00 AM CST • Primary renter must be 25 or older • No parties or events without prior approval
Hakuna Matata offers refined comfort, gated community exclusivity, golf cart convenience, and prime beach access — creating the perfect setting for a carefree and unforgettable Destin getaway.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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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
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring.
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Kenny D's - 2 min drive
Crab Trap Destin - 9 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 4 min drive
El Jalisco Destin - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym on 17 July 2026 start from AU$715, 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.
Is Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym 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
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was absolutely perfect. This house had everything we would need. A walk to the beach. It had all our beach accessories, chairs and beach toys, towels to a very much needed golf cart. Manager was always available. Cleanest place we have ever stayed. Definitely plan to go back
Dana D.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for your review. We were thrilled to host you and we appreciate you. Until next time!!! Don't forget us. Renda
Very Impressive vacation home! Very close to the beach with a very useful golf cart. Community pool is just steps away. Very clean house. Highly recommend
Patrick N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Thank you Patrick! We love managing Hakuna Matata for the owners and we all appreciate wonderful guests like you. Thank you for your review and we cannot wait to host you in the future.
Renda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vicki B.
18 Aug 2025
Destin Beach Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house, location, management & amenities were outstanding. We were able to get an early check-in which was really nice!! I would definitely stay here again. The golf cart & beach accessories made it very easy with the kids.
The management of the property was superb, always available for questions and good energy to make sure our stay was great. All amenities were to the standard mentioned and photos extremely accurate. Very often you see photos and get swayed into something that's worse than what's shown, but this was definitely not the case.
socrates a.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time for the review and ty for being awesome guests at Hakuna Matata. Glad you had a great time and hope you come back to visit us soon. Renda
But, terribly unreliable internetTV unwatchable, internet access for email like a 3rd world country
Robert L.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2025
Robert....I am very disappointed in your review of a home over internet that you never said a word about. This home is beautiful and the location is amazing and I don't know that you realize what this does in the world of reviews. It directly effects this property and there is no reason to give a home a bad review over internet? Destin is busy and our internet is overloaded at times but it has nothing to do with Hakuna Matata. I am so disappointed in your review. You were an exceptional guests. You left the property in wonderful condition. You were a 5 star guest and you deserve a 5 star review. I believe Hakuna Matata is worthy of a 5 star review as well. Best Regards, Renda Destin Vacation Company.
This home could not have been more perfect! Photos are spot on. The home was clean and well stocked. Owner was very fast at responding to questions. We had no issues. The golf cart was a little trickier to drive than others I have rented in the past - steering was very tight but manageable.
Laura S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
We could not love this review more!! We strive to maintain our homes as well as the photos represent. We appreciate you not only noticing but leaving a review about it. Come back and see us anytime!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deidra B.
1 June 2025
Yearly Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Every year we stay in Destiny West. This home is beautiful. Fits our family needs perfectly. This house is well stocked and of course golf cart was a great addition. No complaints at all. We plan on making this our go to house for our annual family vacation. Thank you for sharing your beauty home.
Everything about the house was beautiful. Couldn’t have asked for a better location being minutes away from the beach whether walking or driving in the golf cart. Plenty of shopping near by as well.
The only negative was not being able to figure out the living room tv. It wasn’t important enough to contact host since we spent most of our time enjoying the beach. When I did contact the host for other things, she responded quickly.
Will definitely stay again!
rhonda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Rhonda- Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. You guys were awesome and we are so thankful you chose Hakuna Matata for your vacation stay. Come back ANYTIME. We would love to host you and I'm so glad I got to meet you while you were here. Renda
The property location was outstanding being only a quarter mile from the beach, the home was beautiful and was supplied with beach items, cooking items, cleaning items, etc. The golf cart was the most convenient part of the trip, being able to bring the golf cart to the beach or to the grocery store was great! Unless we wanted to go into town we did not ever have to use our vehicles. We had 11 people on our trip and we had plenty of space for everyone and had the best time. Mrs. Renda was a great host and was very easy to get a hold of. I hope to stay at the same place next time I go back to Destin!
Peyton F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2024
Thank you guys for staying with us at Hakuna Matata! We also had the pleasure of meeting a couple of you which is always awesome!!!!! Thank you for taking care of the home. It was in excellent shape and is so appreciated. We LOVE that you want to come back next time and we will again take excellent care of you and your guests. God bless and again, ty for staying with us at Hakuna Matata!!!!! Renda
This place is perfect!!! They thought of absolutely everything we needed. Short walk to the beach or quick 2 minute golf cart ride. Plenty of golf cart parking at the beach at the crap trap. There is a garage full of beach toys, beach cart, 2 body boards, nets, beach chairs, beach towels. Everything. Great beds/linens. Keurig AND regular coffee pot. Short walk/cart ride to dining. We will definitely be back!!!
Megan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time for the review Megan. You guys were awesome and left the place in great shape. Thank you for staying with us and I'm glad to hear you will be back!!!! Renda
About the host
Hosted by Renda Fisher
Languages:
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Premier Host
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