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Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach!

Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to Miramar Beach

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1 Block to Tarpon Beach Access
Large, Private Fenced Backyard
Private pool 18'x32'
Middle/2nd Floor Kitchen
Ground Floor Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Miramar Beach
  • Place, Destin Commons
  • Place, Henderson Beach State Park
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach!

Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Tarpon Beach | Private Heated Pool | Family-Friendly Comfort



Welcome to Under the Destin Sun—your dream beach getaway just 1 block from Tarpon Public Beach Access! This spacious and beautifully designed home is perfect for families and groups seeking sunshine, relaxation, and fun in the heart of Destin, Florida.



🟡 Outdoor Living at Its Best


Spend your days soaking up the sun in your private backyard oasis featuring a large 18’ x 32’ in-ground pool (heating available), a cozy fire pit for evening s’mores, and a grill for backyard cookouts. The fully fenced yard offers privacy, safety for kids, and space to unwind.



🍳 Fully Equipped for Easy Vacations


The modern kitchen is stocked with everything you need: new appliances, coffee makers, blender, crockpot, pots, pans, and utensils. We also provide beach essentials—wagon, umbrellas, and towels—plus two washer/dryer sets to keep your beachwear fresh.



🛌 Room for the Whole Crew


With sleeping space for up to 16 guests (12 adults max), everyone will have room to relax. Bathrooms come stocked with soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, so you can pack light and settle in fast.



🚭 No Smoking, Please


This is a strictly no smoking home, both inside and outside, to ensure a clean and healthy environment for all our guests. We kindly ask all guests to respect this policy during their stay.



🌞 Why Guests Love It


Whether you're walking to the beach in minutes, relaxing by the heated pool, or sharing stories around the fire pit, this home is designed for quality time and lasting memories. Ideal for multi-generational families, reunions, or group getaways.



📍 Perfect Location in Destin







  • 1 block to Tarpon Beach Access







  • Minutes from Destin Commons, restaurants, and shopping







  • Close to waterparks, golf, and family attractions




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue

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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

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

About the area

Destin

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. 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.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Destin Commons - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Under the Destin Sun – 1 Block to Beach, Private Heated Pool, Private Pool - 1 block to the beach! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lucie g.

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

We enjoyed our stay!

The owners were very nice and helpful. The house was nice filled with everything needed! lots of beach towels/toy for pool/beach... we definitely will go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Beautifully decorated yet comfortable plus many extra guest amenities .

Comfortable, clean, updated throughout, prompt response from owners. Great place and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin J.

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

PERFECT STAY

This was the most perfect place we could have booked. Very clean and great communication! Would book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

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

Amazing!

Everything was amazing! All the little extras set this apart from all the other places we have ever stayed! Thank you for letting us stay in your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diana D., Louisville

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

Property was awesome

It was a great vacation home for a family of 9. The owner was very receptive to my texts and took care of any issues. I could tell that he cared about a successful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S.

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

Amazing!!

Our Family of 5 had an amazing time!! Communication and check in was great!! Absolutely loved just to be able to walk to the beach and having a pool was nice to jump in and relax. Also being close to everything we wanted to experience like crab island, deep sea fishing and paddle boarding. We are always sad when it’s time to leave. Thanks again for your beautiful home
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh B.

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

Fun times under the Destin sun

We had a great spring break with eight adults and eight grandkids age 2 to 16. The heated pool, spacious backyard and second floor living area provided space for lots of family fun. We also enjoyed the fire bowl and beanbag game. The eight large beach chairs were appreciated. We got in a lot of steps but overall a wonderful time. Excellent communication with the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merrie W.

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

One of the best places we’ve stayed at

We( a family of 14) really enjoyed our stay. The home was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Small issues were fixed quickly and all was wonderful We were pleased with the pool accessories and the beach equipment. We’ve been to destin with our family for at least 5 years and this is the first home we’d go back to. Thank you for the memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Perfect family vacation.

The house was perfect for our family vacation. The wife and I took our three grown children along with their spouse and our grandchildren for vacation. The house was perfect as all family members had their own bedrooms and the grandchildren got to all sleep in one with the two bunk beds in it. One block so you can walk to the beach. As well the private pool made it nice in the evenings to wind down and have quite family time. The property management teams was absolutely awesome as well. Already looking foreword to going back again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Perfect for a family vacation!

This is a beautiful property that is very close to the beach. It was the perfect space for multiple families. The Owners, Ryan & Kristen, seemed invested in the property being enjoyed and were always available by text for any concerns or questions. Three floors are all open and spacious, we never felt "on top of each other". The kitchen has upgraded appliances and the table was large enough to seat all of comfortably. The 6 bedrooms are big and furnished nicely. The large fenced-in backyard is wonderful! We gathered around the firepit in the evenings and the kids swam in the heated pool during the day. We walked 1/4 mile to the beach almost every day - it was a wonderful week of Family Thanksgiving.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Wonderful location, beautiful pet friendly home!

We were so glad that we chose this property for our trip to the Destin area. The owners were very helpful before we arrived to let us know about the area, for we've never visited Destin before. I was recovering from pneumonia and Ryan and Kristin were very helpful and offered to change the heat pump filters early for me and told me that if I needed anything that could help me to let them know and they would take care of it, which was very comforting. The house was super clean, the fenced backyard was great for our dogs to hang out around the pool. The home is very inviting and comfortable. The beds were very comfortable as well, and there was plenty of very hot water for the showers, which is a big plus in our book! The kitchen was well equipped with utensils and appliances, all of which were very high quality. Take note, there are enough coffee filters to last 3 years! There were left over spices and sundry kitchen supplies from previous owners, which was great as well. The grill outside worked great with extra propane bottles for back up. The pool was beautiful, but we didn't get to swim because of the weather. There were many nice lounges and chairs to relax outside when the weather perked up. The owners provided beach chairs, a cart and towels, which was so nice not to have to bring our own. The beach access is a block over, which was the only disappointment, albeit very small. I had looked on the map and thought it was right down the street. No big deal, the walk was worth it all. The sugar sand beach is just beautiful! There is a lovely dog park in Destin, and we took our dogs there practically every day. Shopping, massages, groceries are just around the corner and down the street. We thoroughly enjoyed McGuires Irish Pub and the Harbor Walk, definite must-do's when you visit. There are many other local restaurants that were also great. Overall this is one outstanding reasonably priced rental. Thank you Ryan and Kristin for a lovely vacation!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home with lots of amenities for young kids!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Under the Destin Sun was the perfect spot for us. We had 8 adults and 4 children. There was enough room for all to stretch out and not feel crowded. The house is lovely and the backyard/swimming pool area was very spacious. And yes literally one block to the Tarpon beach access. If you get to beach access early enough you may find a parking place for golf cart in one of the 4 or 5 places off the road. But you are so close you can walk easily back and forth. I definitely recommend this Beach House!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earlisha W.

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

An amazing experience!

What a wonderful place. We visited for my mom’s 71st birthday and it was wonderful. There was lots of laughter and love. The home was equipped with everything…beach towels, pool toys, pots and pans, more than enough utensils and more! It was everything we needed. The location is FANTASTIC! The beach is literally a block away. Ryan is was a very responsive host and I’m so grateful for his support as we worked to plan this trip! He made it so easy! It really did feel like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

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

Hummel Holiday

It was a great family vacation with our three kids and their children. The home is beautiful and worked perfect for our family. The 3 levels gave everyone the space they needed . The pool is amazing. The grandkids loved playing on the ledge area! Perfect location and close to the beach! It was a great week. We rented a golf cart which worked out nice! Definitely would return to this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge A C.

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

Mini vacation

This house it was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason S.

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

This place is highly recommended for a stress-free and unforgettable getaway!

This property was immaculate, deserving of its five-star rating for cleanliness. Its prime location provided easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. The home came well-equipped with all the beach essentials we needed, adding to the convenience and enjoyment of our stay. The pool, backyard, and ample parking (sufficient for three large trucks and a car) were exceptional. The host was also highly accessible and responded promptly to any inquiries. This place is highly recommended for a stress-free and unforgettable getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Family Vacation

House filled all of the needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

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

Wonderful

Everything was exactly as needed and communication throughout the whole stay was excellent. We had some crazy requests and they always responded within reasonable time. The house itself needs a few things updated/fixed but that is expected as a vacation home. Our family had an excellent time and enjoyed every bit of Destin. Thank for for hosting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

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

Great stay

We had 4 families stay ages ranging from 2-65. Everyone had room to be together and also have space. Enjoy our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David and Kristi S.

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

Perfect for our Family

Had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Spring break

We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect and the house had everything we needed and more! The hosts were wonderful to work with and responded so quickly to all of our questions/needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Beautiful home

Came to town for a destination wedding. We had twelve people staying and the home never felt crowded or chaotic. The backyard pool was a hit with all of the children, and we enjoyed the fire pit and the BBQ grill.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille S.

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

A wonderful place to celebrate "Thankmas" (Thanksgiving and Christmas) in Janurary!

The floor plan of the home was perfect of my husband and I my daughter and her family, my son and his family--a floor each!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

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

Family Fun

Wonderful time in Destin. Home worked well for our family of 8. So nice to be just 1 block from the beach. Nice neighborhood and as a family we enjoyed our meals around large kitchen table and spend most of our time together on middle floor. We were disappointed pool was not heated due to maintenance issues but ower was apologetic.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Price

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This was our first home together as a couple; we purchased in 2014 and lived here until the military moved us out of the area. We plan to keep this as our forever home and will return in retirement. The beaches are unmatched to anywhere else in the US and we love the area. This home is in the best part of Destin - halfway between San Destin/30A and the Harbor area of Destin. It's more of a residential area with quiet streets so you can easily access shopping and restaurants. While we are away from the area, we love to share our favorite place with others and hope you enjoy it too!

Why they chose this property

Short walk to the beach, so no need for driving (900 measured feet to Tarpon Street beach access). Close to the Destin Commons where you have everything -- Whole Foods, Bass Pro Shop, shops, restaurants, and a movie theater. What we love about our home is that it has plenty of backyard space with established trees - and a large pool! We chose more living room space and larger rooms to feel less cramped and allow for the group to spread out. There is enough dining table space to have the entire group come together for meals (both inside and out). There are three separate balconies on the second and back third floor (for sunbathing) the front porch and two living/family rooms. So there's an opportunity to be close with the group/family you bring, but also enough space to spread out on your own if needed. We have littles in our family so we have items for younger children in the home (we like to visit as often as we can).

What makes this property unique

House has everything you need - and you can pack less. Every bathroom has soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. The kitchen is fully stocked with paper towels (2), dish towels, blender, two coffee makers (single cup Keurig and Standard Coffee Pot), and lots of pots/pans to make some great meals at home. Appliances are new and updated - there is a washer/dryer on the ground and top floor. We have a beach wagon, beach chairs, beach towels, and umbrellas.

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