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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Explore, experience, enjoy
Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Destin Commons
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Destin, FL
Miramar Beach
Place, Miramar Beach
3 min walk
Shore at Crystal Beach Park
Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
6 min walk
Destin Commons
Place, Destin Commons
8 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
32 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom #1 King Master Suite
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2 - King Master
1 King Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom #1 - King Master Ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #2 - Full Bathroom in Hallway
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!
Welcome to Sandy Toes! You already love Crystal Beach. Now you have found that quintessential Crystal Beach Cottage you have always been looking for!
This single story home is only rented to select groups looking for something extraordinary. This Crystal Beach cottage comes with a large front porch, an even larger screened-in back porch, a side porch, and two bedrooms, each with a comfortable KING bed. The master bedroom has an en-suite bath with custom shower and walk-in closet, and the second bedroom has an adjacent full bath with a skylight. This is the home your family or small group will want to rent every year!
Feel free to bring your Tesla or other electric/hybrid vehicles - there's a 50 amp Level 2 J1772 universal charger at the home for you!
This home has everything you could want in a beach cottage - and more: a custom kitchen, an inviting living/dining area, an extra living area in the back with built-in desk & fireplace, a large screened-in back porch, a neat little side porch with an outside shower, and a great PRIVATE POOL in a beautifully landscaped backyard. The pool can be heated in the cooler months, for an additional fee. There's even a piano in the home! All this, and it's barely a block from the beach and the pristine white sands Destin and Crystal Beach are famous for.
We keep this home clean and well updated, and pay attention to amenities that you expect, such as high-speed wireless internet (FREE WIFI), a large 4K TV in the living room, big, fluffy bath towels and hair dryers in each bathroom, and more. We also provide items our smaller guests may need like a high chair and a pack-n-play.
INSIDE THE HOME Everyone will feel right at home when you gather in the inviting open living and dining spaces of this amazing home with new real white oak floors. You'll love the upgraded sleeper sofa and oversized chair where you can sit back and watch the large, high resolution, 4K Smart TV. There is also a dining table that seats 6. KITCHEN The custom kitchen is a chef's dream with beautiful coastal cabinets and quartz countertops. The beautiful wood floors continue into this custom space which boasts higher-end stainless steel appliances, a gas stove with convection oven, and most everything you'll need to cook nice meals. The kitchen is equipped with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, serving dishes and utensils. There's a Keurig K-Cup coffee maker, as well as a regular drip coffee maker. You'll find a blender, toaster, and even a crock-pot in this well-equipped kitchen. We also supply many “extras” such as cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap. For your convenience, we have a front-loading washer and dryer in the home's walk-in laundry room, iron, ironing board, and a second refrigerator. BEDROOM #1 – King Master with En-Suite Bath This master bedroom has a comfortable KING BED, night stands and lamps, plus 2 tall chests, and a big Smart TV. There's a walk-in closet too with clothing racks, drawers, and shoe storage. You'll find nice large windows with an en-suite custom bath with walk-in closet. En-Suite Bathroom #1 An en-suite bathroom is accessed from the King Master,. This beautiful bathroom includes a large vanity, private toilet, and beautiful custom tile shower. A walk-in closet is attached to this bathroom, and you'll also find big, fluffy bath towels and a personal hair dryer. BEDROOM #2 – King with Hallway Bath This comfortable bedroom has another inviting KING BED, nightstand with lamp, plus a small chest and a Smart TV. It's located near the back of the house, making it a welcoming private retreat. Bathroom #2 Hallway bath adjacent to bedroom #2 with a skylight, vanity, commode, and tub/shower combo. You'll also find big, fluffy bath towels and a personal hair dryer.
POOL & OUTDOOR AREA The beautiful private pool is surrounded by stone decking and nice landscaping, giving you plenty of space to enjoy the Destin sunshine. The pool can be heated in cooler months for an additional fee. You can relax in the lounge chairs or at the dining table with chairs and umbrella for a little shade. For outdoor cooking, you'll find a gas grill. And for your children's safety, there are alarms on the doors leading to the pool from the main house.
Optional Golf Cart Rental Available! Make getting around even easier during your stay. Golf carts can be rented for as little as 2 days or for the full week, and will be delivered directly to the property—ready for you upon arrival. Please note: renter must have a valid driver's license and active auto insurance to operate the golf cart.
PERFECT BEACH LOCATION The Shirah Street public beach access point is just a short walk to the end of the block! We provide a beach cart with beach chairs and umbrella, so you can roll your gear to the beach with ease. This home is in the heart of Crystal Beach, a quiet, walkable neighborhood with white picket fences and easy access to shopping, restaurants and activities in Destin. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half-mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. Local favorite, Camille's, is an easy walk and The Crab Trap is about a mile east. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go parasailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”!
OFF-STREET PARKING The City of Destin has recently adopted very strict parking regulations. You may park up to 3 vehicles at this home, depending on size. You cannot park on the grass, over the sidewalk, on the street or in the right-of-way. If you have a large truck, van or SUV, there may not be enough space to legally park 3 vehicles at this home.
PET FRIENDLY We are pet friendly and welcome your dogs in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner. Only dogs allowed (no other pets.) Limit one-two small/medium dogs only. Please include the breed/size of your dogs in your inquiry for pre-approval.
House Rules for Sandy Toes Occupancy: Max 6 guests allowed. Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 25+ and stay the entire trip. Rental Agreement: Must be signed within 48 hours of booking the reservation. Security Verification: Must complete security verification to secure the reservation. No Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside the home or near doors and windows. Towels Linens: Keep bath towels indoors. Please place used towels in the bathrooms before checkout. Trash: Bag and dispose of all trash properly in outdoor bins before departure. Departure: Turn off all lights, TVs, appliances, and securely lock doors and windows when leaving.
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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
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
Destin
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 7 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Miller's Ale House - 7 min walk
Camille's At Crystal Beach - 6 min walk
LongHorn Steakhouse - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?
As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! on 14 Sept 2026 start from AU$842, 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 Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! located?
This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Sandy Toes was the perfect location for a relaxing family vacation. The house was walking distance to the beach and a short drive to restaurants and entertainment.
Brad M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes!
Excellent location. Beach is just a short walk with restaurant also in walking distance. Private pool was great and fenced in yard with plenty of grass for dogs to enjoy.
Stephen W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review - We are so glad to hear you had such a great stay. This home has the perfect back yard for dogs - and in such a great location as well.
We loved our spring break stay at this cozy beach cottage! Perfect location, beautiful beach in walking distance, truly private pool, house was clean and well equipped,, safe neighborhood for teens and tiny dogs:)
Shannon B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
We are always delighted to hear our guests loved their stay in our home. Thanks for your kind works and nice review.
This truly is the best cottage and will definitely visit again in the future.
Amy O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
We're happy to hear you fell in love with this home! You can certainly see why we have many guests who choose this home every time they come to Destin. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Amazing, clean house, very close to beach and shopping. We enjoyed oue stay, even with a tropical storm that came through. Great hosts.
James B S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We work hard to make sure this home is always super clean and well-equipped for all our guests...and we appreciate your kind words -- we love making sure our guests have a great time!
The property was very clean and perfect for our family vacation with a toddler! The customer service was also easy to get ahold of and very helpful
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Thank you! We’re so glad the home was perfect for your family and that our team could help make things easy. Sandy Toes is definitely a guest favorite. We’d love to host you again! 🌊✨
We absolutely loved our stay! The house was perfect for our family of 5. It is conveniently located to the beach, shopping, and restaurants! The house was clean and had everything we could possibly need for a week stay!
Julie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
We're thrilled your family had the "perfect vacation" staying at this home.
This cottage is exactly like the pictures and just a short walk to the beach. You can even walk to some of the restaurants too! I felt like we were in the absolute best spot in Destin! Definitely will stay here again!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2022
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay in our home. We look forward to you coming back.
We had a wonderful stay at Sandy Toes!! Such a lovely home with a beautiful yard. We especially loved the back room and porch and enjoyed feeding the birds during our stay :)
Annie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2024
Thank you for the great 5 star review. From the front porch to the backyard this cottage house is perfect for a beach getaway.
We hope to have you back again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg and Kathy H.
16 Sept 2018
Such a sweet comfy cottage!
Nicely equipped kitchen. Beach and comfortable decor. When not at the beach, really enjoyed the pool. Great location!!
Greg and Kathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Sounds like you had a wonderful stay at our little cottage! Thanks so much for taking the time to submit your comments for our future guests to consider. We hope to host your group again next time you visit!
our stay was wonderful. The house had everything we needed. A block away from the beach. The pool in the backyard was a favorite for the children. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house.
Everything about this property and experience was perfect. Cannot say enough good things!! It was lovely.
Tracy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2022
We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes, as well as your experience with Sugar Palm Rentals. This home is truly a special place and we hope you'll come back to enjoy it again soon!
My family and I had such an amazing time. This home is laid out beautifully and had everything we needed during our stay. Definitely booking this place again in the future.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
We are so glad you had an amazing time in this home - and thank you for the amazing 5 star review.
We look forward to having you again soon!
This quaint little cottage has it all!
Location and comfort. Loved the private pool and my favorite was the string of lights across the backyard once it gets dark the lights just enhance the whole place like a fairy land!
margi h.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2021
We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes! Please come stay with us again soon.
Everything was perfect, loved the house and we'll definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
Gilbert S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Thanks -- we just love it when our guests have the perfect stay! We work hard to make sure the home is even better than you expect. Many guests come back here every year -- we look forward to welcoming you back too!
We stayed in this house a few years ago and to our surprise, the property was just as amazing!
Usually when we repeatedly stay at a property we notice a slow decline in how things are kept up with and maintained, Not the case at Sandy Toes! Place was just as if not better than the last visit. Perfect for our family!
philip w.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2021
Thanks so much for your kind review Philip! We take pride in keeping all of our properties the best maintained and cleanest in Destin - thanks for noticing! We'll look forward to your next visit :)
We so enjoyed our stay at Sandy Toes! As great as it looks in pictures can't measure up with it in person. It was comfortable and cozy with every amenity and the landscaping was breathtaking!
Margaux S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
We're happiest when we hear how delighted our guests are with our homes. Sugar Palm Rentals looks forward to hosting you again.
House was perfect, I was there with family and 2 small dogs. Enjoyed the house, pool and fenced yard. Was a bit disappointed that there was not much public beach, I am spoiled by previous vacations where the beach was not an issue.
Susan L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2022
We're happy you enjoyed this home and the pool -- it is a very special place! The Crystal Beach neighborhood is a favorite location for families (no high-rises!), and our guests love that the nearest public beach access is just down the street.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles M.
28 Aug 2018
Great Beach House
Sandy Toes was everything we wanted in a beach house! All the appliances and fixtures were new, upscale and perfect. If fact the entire property was excellent, clean and neat. We loved everything about it.
Charles M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Our mission is to keep Sandy Toes upscale, perfect and sparkling clean - and continue to exceed our guests' expectations! We thank you for your comments and hope to host you again in the future.
This is our 2nd time staying at Sandy Toes, and it won't be our last! We came to celebrate our birthdays with our 2 doggos, and had an AMAZING time again. The house was as beautiful, comfortable, and accommodating as we remembered... you can't beat the pool and backyard, and SO close to the beach! Looking forward to our next visit!!
Heather G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thanks for this glowing review! It really is a special place and we're so happy you had another great time here. It's a great compliment to have guests return here again and again. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina N.
15 June 2018
Wonderful!
The cottage was beautiful, spotless, down the street from the beach, and the pool in the backyard was great! Team at Sugar Plum rentals was also amazing to work with on this rental property, so highly recommend them as well! We will be back!
Christina N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
So happy to hear that you loved this sweet cottage as much as we do! We support our guests throughout the booking process and their stay and were glad to take care of you and your family!
About the host
Hosted by Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals
We're a proud, family-owned local business with a dedicated team that shares a deep love for Destin and the Emerald Coast. Originally from Ohio, our journey began with family vacations to Fort Walton Beach and Destin—years of treasured memories that eventually inspired us to turn our passion into something bigger. Today, we live here with our family and run a thriving property management company focused on short-term vacation rentals. At Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals, our mission is simple: to be the best for both our guests and our property owners. With nearly a decade of experience and an unwavering commitment to personalized service, we work tirelessly to make every guest stay unforgettable and every property owner proud. Our locally-based team knows the area inside and out, and we're here to help every step of the way—whether it's answering your call or delivering an extra item to your rental, it's the same friendly faces who'll be there in person. What sets us apart is our genuine care for people and our passion for creating memorable vacation experiences. When you partner with us, you're not just a reservation—you're part of the Sugar Palm family. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the place we love most.