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Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access

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A spacious living area with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with green cabinets, a marble island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A two-story residential building with a central garage, surrounded by palm trees and a brick driveway.
A dining area with a long wooden table and six chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James Lee Park
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Fifth Bedroom

1 King Bed

Fourth Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Third Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Fourth Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Third Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access

Welcome to Bird of Paradise!

This beautiful 3-story 3240 square feet, 5BR/4BA family home is perfect for large groups and family getaways. Boasting an open floor plan and a state-of-the-art kitchen, our home's also centrally located in proximity to Destin's best attractions, so you'll have no shortage of places to visits and activities to engage in during your stay. The best restaurants, white-sand beaches, and so much more await you!

The space
And did we mention? You'll also get free access to our community's luxurious pool and beach access to one of Destin's best beaches.

What are you waiting for? Book your escape now to this vast, modern coastal haven that's the perfect blend of luxury and familial vibes.

Experience Destin with us!
- Few minutes walk to private Destin Beach access
- 2.6 miles to Miramar Beach
- 0.8 miles to Dolphin Snorkel Reef
- 2.4 miles to Destin Commons

Escape to this vast, modern coastal haven that perfectly blends luxury with familial vibes.

Kitchen and Lounge

Enjoy your meals at the dining room table, at the breakfast bar, or outside on the balcony. Plenty of kitchen amenities for a snack or full feasts.

- Espresso Coffee Maker and Drip Coffee maker
- Complimentary coffee, tea, sugar and creamer
- Blender
- Cookware
- Cooking utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Electric water kettle
- Hand mixer
- Baking pans
- Rice cooker/multi-cook
- Place settings and silverware
- KID-friendly dinnerware

Bedrooms

Throughout this impressive home, guests will find 5 welcoming bedrooms. Each one has its own design theme and décor, but all offer the space, privacy, and luxury you'd expect in a 5-star home.

Master Suite: King sized bed, and a single bed with a trundle.
Bedroom 2 (Couple Retreat): King sized bed
Bedroom 3 (Couple Retreat): King sized bed
Bedroom 4: A kids' paradise with bright colors, a kid-sized camping play tent, two sets of bunk beds, and plenty of toys and games.
Bedroom 5 (Man-Cave): King sized bed - This bedroom can also double as a man cave, with a foosball table, private sitting area, and a fully equipped kitchenette. This bedroom is on the ground floor

If you're traveling with your little ones, feel free to use all of our clean and sanitized baby equipment like the Pack n Play and high chair!

ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME
- Short walk to the beach
- Access to resort amenities including resort pool, tennis court, sand volleyball court and racquet ball court just a few steps right across
- Free parking on the premise (up to 4 vehicles)
- Prep dinner for great cookouts on the BBQ grill (guest to refill the gas tank at local store for use)
- Game boards and a foosball table
- Toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, salt & pepper and soap provided
- Washer/Dryer & detergent: perfect for extended stay guests and sports tournaments!
- Beach gears: beach chairs (4-6), umbrellas (1-2), beach mat (1), cooler bags (1-2), beach wagon (1), beach towel (1/guest).
- Central Air & Heating
- High speed wi-fi
Guest access
It will be self-check-in with smart locks. Guests will have access to the entire house, except the locked owner closets.
Other things to note
Furry Friends
- Prior approval is required. We allow up to 3 dogs for an additional fee of $200/stay for the first pet, and $100/stay for each additional pet after that.
- Must be fully house trained and behaved dogs
- Must be completely cleaned up after
- Leashed at all times when not in fenced area
- Crated indoors when not home with the pet
- If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made
- Not allowed on the indoor furniture or bedding


KINDLY NOTE
- For your peace of mind, surveillance cameras are located around the exterior of the house (front garage and side garage). No inside cameras.
- Noise monitors inside and outside the house do not record voice or conversation, only monitor decibels.
- Safety features: fire extinguisher, smoke detector, first aid kit.
- Kindly adhere to the quiet hours from 10PM till 7AM, which must be observed as per city ordinances.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For the security of our guests, every guest who enters the home during your stay MUST be listed on the reservation or disclosed to the host. Please, make sure to register the correct number of guests. Undisclosed guests who are not included in the official confirmation can place your stay at risk for early termination without a refund, and can incur an additional charge of $25/guest.
- Owner/property manager does not have control over pool closure due to maintenance or emergency.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Prior approval required, up to 3 dogs allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must sign the rental agreement, upload a copy of their ID, and submit a selfie holding their CC (only showing the last 4 digits of the CC).

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4373660vb
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 in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • James Lee Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Beaches - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pascalli Kitchen - Take Out - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access on 11 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,939, 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 Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Private Beach! Pool & Pickleball Access located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Destin Commons are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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