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The Barnacle - Sleeps 20! Private gated beach access just steps away and FREE golf cart included! Private backyard oasis with heated pool, hot tub, lounge chairs, hammocks, outdoor dining table, and gas grill!
The Barnacle - Sleeps 20! Private gated beach access just steps away and FREE golf cart included! Private backyard oasis with heated pool, hot tub, lounge chairs, hammocks, outdoor dining table, and gas grill!
FREE street-legal 6-seat golf cart included with your Miramar Beach stay! Ride in style to private gated beach access, nearby restaurants, shopping, and Destin attractions—making your family vacation or group getaway easy, fun, and unforgettable.
Private Miramar Beach backyard oasis with a HEATED pool, hot tub, hammock, lounge chairs, outdoor dining, and gas grill—perfect for family cookouts and relaxing after a day at the beach.
1st Floor - Great Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 20314.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitchenique
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

4-bed Bunk Room

4 Queen Beds

King Suite 1

1 King Bed

King Suite 2

1 King Bed

King Suite 3

1 King Bed

King Suite 4

1 King Bed

King Suite 5

1 King Bed

King Suite 6

1 King Bed

Queen Suite

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks

Welcome to The Barnacle a luxury 8-bedroom, 7-bath retreat in the gated Villas of Frangista in Miramar Beach that sleeps 20 and offers everything you need for the ultimate Emerald Coast vacation. Just steps from your private gated beach access, this 3-story getaway comes with a FREE 6-passenger golf cart for easy trips to the sugar-white sands, dining, and shopping, plus a private HEATED saltwater pool surrounded by lounge chairs, hammock, outdoor dining, and a gas grill for perfect family cookouts. Inside, enjoy a bright open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, and a fun game room with arcade games and bunk space kids will love. With 6 King Suites, 1 Queen Suite, and a custom Bunk Room—all with ensuite baths and Smart TVs—this home is designed for large families, groups, and celebrations. Close to Destin, Sandestin, and Silver Sands Premium Outlets, The Barnacle combines location, luxury, and comfort to create an unforgettable Miramar Beach escape.


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6 King Bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, 1 Queen Suite with en-suite bathroom, Bunk Rooms (4 queen beds) with shared bathroom
Total: 8 Bedrooms ~ 7 Bathrooms ~ 11 Beds ~ Sleeps 20


🔹 FIRST FLOOR EXPERIENCE ~ SLEEPS 4

- Spacious Living Room with lounge seating and 75" 4K Smart TV
- Gourmet Chef's Kitchen with all the cookware the family chef will need
- Dining table with seating for 10 and 4 at the bar (14 total)
- Access to fenced in backyard with hot tub, heated pool, lounge chairs, hammocks, dining table, corn hole, outdoor shower, and gas grill.
- Laundry Room
- FREE street legal 6-seat Golf Cart
- King Bedroom with ensuite bathroom with a shower/tub combo
- Queen Bedroom with ensuite bathroom with a shower/tub combo


🔹 SECOND FLOOR EXPERIENCE ~ SLEEPS 8

- King Bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- King Bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- King Bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo
- King Bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo


🔹 THIRD FLOOR EXPERIENCE ~ SLEEPS 10

- Master King Bedroom with private covered balcony and ensuite bathroom with shower/tub combo
- Keurig and mini-fridge located in master suite
- Game room featuring 2 custom arcade games and a 4K Smart TV that is located in the Bunk Room
- Bunk Room with 4 built-in queen beds (shares bathroom with the master suite and you must go through the master suite to access the bunk room)


⛱ BACKYARD EXPERIENCE

Step into your private backyard oasis, designed for relaxation, entertainment, and unforgettable memories. Take a refreshing dip in the HEATED saltwater pool or unwind in the hot tub spa. Soak up the sun on comfy lounge chairs, sway in the hammock, or challenge friends and family to a game of corn hole. As the sun sets, fire up the gas grill and enjoy poolside dining at the outdoor table. Rinse off in the outdoor shower after a day at the beach, then gather around for an evening of relaxation under the stars. Whether you’re here for a family-friendly getaway or a group retreat, this spacious backyard paradise offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay!

Pool Heating (Optional)
Pool heating is available for $71 per day. Heating must be added for the entire duration of your stay—partial heating is not available due to the cost of initially heating the water. Please request heating at least 2 days prior to arrival.


🏖 BEACH EXPERIENCE

Located just a few blocks from Frangista Beach’s private access, this luxury villa offers a serene and exclusive beach experience, away from the crowds. Take a short walk to the sugar-white sands and emerald waters, where you can soak up the sun, enjoy breathtaking sunsets, and unwind with happy hour drinks. For added comfort, chair and umbrella rentals are available March through September. Looking for adventure? Try parasailing, kayaking, or paddleboarding just steps from the shore. As the day winds down, gather around a beach bonfire for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or excitement, this prime location offers the perfect blend of seclusion, luxury, and beachfront fun!


✨ HOME HIGHLIGHTS

✔️ 6-seat street legal Golf Cart included in your stay for FREE
✔️ Just a short walk to the private gated beach access
✔️ Private heated pool, hot tub, and outdoor kitchen
✔️ High Speed, Reliable Internet for work and/or streaming
✔️ Hulu+TV in every room with Live and On Demand TV from 65+ top channels including sports, news, and movies
✔️ 55" 4K Smart TVs in every bedroom
✔️ Personal greeting from one of our team members during your stay
✔️ All linens and towels are replaced at every check-out with fresh, clean, soft linens from our in-house laundry facility.
✔️ Starter pack of essentials are provided including 1 toilet paper roll per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, 4 dishwasher pods, 4 laundry pods per washing machine, and shampoo, conditioner and soap in each bathroom. Please plan accordingly, purchase additional items at any local store depending on length of stay.

*Guests of record must be age 25+ and stay at the house each night.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 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

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
There is a maximum limit of 3 dogs per reservation
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests are required to sign the Rental Agreement. You will be emailed the agreement and can electronically sign it.
A security deposit hold will be placed on the card 1 day before arrival and will be released 5 days after check-out.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade and Sirens at the Beach. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kitchenique - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Axes & Ice Cream - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whales Tail - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks on 18 July 2026 start from AU$1,278, 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 The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Barnacle: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, Golf cart, Game room, Bunks located?

This family-friendly Miramar Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort. Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sinead M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and it fit everyone well and comfortably. Any issues were dealt with quickly and the team were helpful and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Florida Family Vacation 2025

Family loved the house and it’s location. The house
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacie J.

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

Loved this House!!

Our family had an amazing time at this property and enjoyed the golf carts! We would definitely recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Liz M.

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

Team Trip

Enjoyed a nice stay with my team to celebrate 2024. Plenty of space to relax, play games, and enjoy the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Great for large family

This house was great. Loved that everyone had private bed and bath. Loved the hardwood floors and the pool area was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg B.

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

Summer vacation

we like to go to Destin every year for the beach.great place for the family to reconnect
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Enjoyed the Barnacle very much!

More than enough beds for everyone and private bathrooms for each bedroom a huge plus!! High end appliances and nice property overall.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Wonderful house

This house is very nice and spacious. The heated pool was great to have! It’s a couple blocks from the beach and has its own beach access. We would walk to the beach. We had a wonderful time during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan U.

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

Great getaway

Great property and location. The kitchen could use more utensils and baking sheets-for a house that sleeps that many people there is a need for more items. Our family had a very relaxing stay-quiet neighborhood and close to all amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Book it!

Loves it, didn’t want to leave! Every room has a bathroom and it was perfect for our big group. Only thing… beach is prob more like 10 or 15 minute walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisA V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

check in time should be at 4:00 Pm

very nice property,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan H.

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

Family vacation

Great overall whoever cleans needs to clean under and behind future other than that would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

Perfect for a large family

We absolutely loved staying there! We have a large family, ages 1-61 and it was perfect for us. The private pool was a huge hit, the kitchen was very well stocked including a griddle and crockpot, a large table to seat our family plus large sitting area to accommodate all of us. The golf cart was very nice for transporting our stuff to the beach. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo P.

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

Fabulous

Genial
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina V.

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

Spacious Home

We have a summer family tradition which is to rent a house in Florida so we can enjoy each other's company. The Barnacle was a Great spacious home that allowed us to do that this year. Management was easily accessible if needed and the location from the beach was made so much easier with the golf cart provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

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

Beach time

House was nice had bedrooms and bathrooms for all! Further to the beach than we thought from listing. And the area before the gated community was really run down!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

paula e.

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

Beautiful house!

Plenty of room for everyone and so great that each room has its own bathroom! The golf cart is a definite plus as it’s a few blocks to the beach. Keep in mind, no tents or canopies are allowed on the private beach. You have to drive to the public areas if you have little ones that need extra shade.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

A great week for family

We love the Barnacle! This was our second year staying in this neighborhood and have already booked again for 2023. We have a large family and the Barnacle was perfect for 18 of us. Property manager was quick to respond and handle the minor issues instantly. Like this group of owners and plan to continue staying in their houses during Family vacation. We also stayed in Lazy Magnolia in 2021… great house also with a bit bigger pool…
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

troy b.

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

Our beach wedding

This property was perfect for our family. It slept myself and my wife, our 5 children and their significant others my dad and his wife, my grandson on a provided trundle, 2 of our close friends, and our Reverend. It had everything we needed. And the golf cart was super handy shuttling everyone around as parking for vehicles in that area at the back and restaurants can be a challenge. The pool was awesome for lazy days of just hanging out. I would highly recommend this property to anyone considering a trip fo Destin
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Awesome Family Vacation Home!

This home had plenty of space for our large family vacation. The house was well equipped to handle cooking multiple meals throughout the day. My only (minor) complaint is the pool is much smaller than it appears in the pictures. When we booked last September the dimensions were not part of the listing - by no means was it a major issue during the trip. Overall I would definitely recommend this house and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy N.

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

Great location

Loved this property’s location. The house is perfect for a large family/ group of friends. Having a golf cart included is a plus! We requested a few baking sheets & a large pot for cooking, management was quick to respond & bring those items to us! They were really nice to deal with. The only thing I would like to see is the door to the washer & dryer in the hallway needs to be removed. It stays open & it is interferes with the bedroom door on the right as you walk in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

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

Absolutely Amazing

We took our 4 Adult children, their spouses and our grandchildren. It was a total of 15. The house was very spacious, very clean with a private pool. We had the pool heated and our grandchildren were in heaven. We definitely made forever lasting memories and this house was a part of them. The free golf cart was an absolute Huge bonus. We can't thank you enough. Connie
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Great Vacation, Beautiful Neighborhood

We had a wonderful vacation at The Barnacle, it was perfect for our family and teens. The house is beautifully decorated, with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone. The kitchen has all the essentials that you will need to cook, plenty of dishware and silverware. The outside pool area is perfect for hanging out and grilling. We had our pets with us so the fenced backyard was the perfect way to allow them some freedom while we relaxed by the pool. The golf cart is a huge bonus, we used it to go eat locally, and to get to the beach quickly, definitely helped to keep the sand out of our vehicles. This neighborhood is quiet and clean with very little traffic since the only people in this area belong to this neighborhood. This was great for walking the dogs and riding bikes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Family vacation

We really liked the barnacle. The rooms were clean and decorated nicely. It was nice to have so many bedrooms all with their own bathroom to accommodate everyone. The young children liked the top floor with the game and tv area. Only one of the game was working though, but it was still nice to have one. The golf cart was very convenient to have and we lucked out and had 2 golf carts for our large group. We had a few minor issues, but they were very quickly taken care of. The only recommendations would be to have a less chemicals in the pool, it was very heavily chlorinated and stung everyone’s eyes and was strong smelling on the bathing suits. Also it would be nice to have some children’s silverware and some plastic dinnerware as well as more storage bowls and pots and pans. We would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mackenzie j.

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

Amazing Vacation

We LOVE the neighborhood so much that we’ve stayed in 3 different houses there. This was our first time at this house and it was awesome. Plenty of space for a big family and always enough hot water for us all. We did have a few hiccups with appliances, but I was extremely impressed by how quickly they responded and had them fixed. Justin, the maintenance guy, was so sweet and never made us feel like an inconvenience. I appreciated how on top of everything they were. My biggest complaint was the 5pm check in. Every house we’ve stayed in at Miramar was 4pm, but they always allow early check in if they are finished. 5 is really late when you are traveling with lots of kids after a long day of travel. I do recognize that a lot has to be done in a small window, but that extra hour that close to dinner is pretty important. We would definitely book this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Alex Lamberson

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Raised on the beautiful Emerald Coast, Alex knows this slice of paradise like few others. After graduating magna cum laude from Florida State University, he returned home, driven by a passion for real estate and a love for the coast. Recognizing a need for truly elevated vacation experiences, he founded Coastal Retreats, a boutique luxury management company devoted to delivering 5-star service to every guest and property owner.

With unmatched local insight and a dedication to hospitality, Alex crafts each stay with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a seamless, relaxing getaway. Coastal Retreats combines the warmth of local expertise and southern hospitality with the luxury of personalized service, so you can unwind and create unforgettable memories. Book now to experience coastal luxury at its finest—where every moment feels as special as the destination itself.

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