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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20328.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bunk Room

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Steps from Private beach access with Ocean View & Private Pool.

Costa del Mar - Beachview Vacation Rental in Destiny by the Sea with Private Salt Water Pool and Elevator

Favorite Features:
- Gulf Views
- Private Salt Water Pool
- In-Home Elevator
- 1-Minute Walk to Beach
- Gated Community
- 4 Included Bikes

More About Costa del Mar:
Costa del Mar is a beautiful home in Destiny by the Sea, directly across from the beach. Come and experience the height of luxury and relaxation in this large, comfortable home located in the exclusive gated community of Destiny by the Sea. From the Gulf views to the convenience of being only steps away from beach access, along with a private salt water pool, this 3,500+ square foot home will help in creating lifelong memories with your loved ones. The home is located only one lot from your beach walk-over — so no need to drag that cooler through the neighborhood!

All are welcome to Costa del Mar, with a central elevator servicing all floors. Children have their own space on the spacious first floor with a large bunkroom and three sets of bunk beds, along with their own den, kitchenette, laundry room, and two full baths. Flat-screen TVs and Blu-ray players are throughout all bedrooms and in all den/living room areas.

Spend time at the nearby beach or enjoy the privacy of the fenced-in backyard with a private salt water pool. Relax with pool-side lounging on the provided pool chairs or jump right in for a refreshing swim! The pool can be heated for an additional fee to keep the water at a comfortable temperature no matter what time of year you visit.

Listen to the soothing waves from the second-story covered balcony (with grill), which connects to the main living space. An open family room, gourmet kitchen, and spacious dining is the perfect place to hang out with family and friends. Two additional bedrooms with king beds and both a full and half bath also complete the second floor.

The third floor leads to yet another balcony where you can hear and see the beautiful private Destiny beach. You will also find two luxurious king bed master suites, along with a twin/twin bunk in the hall. The front king suite includes a sitting area, soaking tub, two-person tiled shower, double vanities, and plenty of space to unwind. The back king suite includes its own bath with double vanities and large closets.

Beach living simply does not get better than relaxing at Costa del Mar!


FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: 2 Full over Full Bunks, Twin over Twin Bunk & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.

SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 2: King Bed
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Shared Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.

THIRD FLOOR
Bedroom 4: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 5: King Bed with Private Balcony & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub.
Bedroom 6: Twin over Twin Bunk

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches 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 and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hunting.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Steps from Private beach access with Ocean View & Private Pool.?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps from Private beach access with Ocean View & Private Pool. on 16 May 2026 start from AU$966, 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 Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Great vacation

We had a great time and love the proximity to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Stay in Destin

Great Stay. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia M.

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

Great spring break trip!

We had a wonderful vacation in this beautiful home and neighborhood, and it exceeded our expectations on every level! Very safe for kids. Will def stay here again, and the owners were so welcoming and responsive!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Easy Freight I.

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

Perfect for family and friends

It was an amazing vacation, in a beautiful and comfort house, adults and kids , all enjoyed the stay, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime M.

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

Spring Break

We had a great week! House is perfect location to the beach. Pool is small, but backyard is a nice size to socialize while sitting around the pool. Only negatives were the dryer not working upstairs and the neighborhood is overly strict, but wee would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryce B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Property was outstanding…. Gorgeous…only gripe is that the floors where dirty… if you walked barefoot your bottoms of your feet where black
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

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

A beautiful home, in a quiet upscale neighborhood

Wonderful time in a huge home with great accommodations. Conveniently located near beach. We had a group of 14 so the single dishwasher is really the only shortcoming to this exquisitely appointed home. Comfortable beds, nice linens, lots of games and outdoor chairs and toys. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Fantastic!

Fabulous property! Perfect in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy J.

Tons of Space - Great for Family Reunions!

House was super clean and completely renovated - everything looked new! Had multiple families so liked the separate kids room on the first floor, so adults could spend time together in 2nd floor family room. House located right across from private beach walk over was really helpful with small kids! Heated pool in backyard was big hit!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Hi Billy, Thank you for your amazing review! We are so glad you loved the home and we hope that you continue to come back year after year with a 10% repeat guest discount. Thanks again for your business and kind words! We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Thank you, Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

AWESOME HOUSE—Even better than in pictures!

This house was absolutely beautiful! We had the best Thanksgiving of our lives at Costa Del Mar! Everything looks brand new and the location was perfect, like 20 steps to the private beach walkover. Backyard pool has cool jet feature that turns one side into jetted spa on the stair area! Was more than enough room for our large group and kids area with Xbox on first floor was a big hit. We will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Hi Elizabeth! We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation at Costa del Mar! Thank you for your amazing review and we hope to book your future vacation with a 10% Repeat Guest discount! Thanks again! Five Star Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Excellent family vacation rental

Leaving a review is not something I normally do but I feel it is important to share my opinion. I am a local and have seen so many vacation properties that they tend to blend together. Once a year my extended family travels to Destiny By The Sea for vacation. They come to enjoy the area and relax within this wonderful gated community. Over the years we have rented many of the homes in this neighborhood. So why leave a review now? We found the one home we want to return to every time. Costa del Mar has all the comforts of a true family vacation rental. The layout is perfect with plenty of space to gather inside or outside. All of the furnishings are updated and the finishes are fresh, clean and inviting. The kitchen is fully equipped and appointed with top notch appliances. You can believe what you read in the description on what this property has to offer. This place had everything we needed to enjoy a fantastic vacation. Also, the all important beach access is just steps away. At Costa del Mar we were able to wrap up valuable family time and create memories that will last till the next time we can all be together. We will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Hi Jason! Thank you so much for your amazing review! We are so happy you loved the house and hope that you come back to stay with us with a 10% repeat guest discount! We will make sure the homeowner knows just how much you loved his home. Thanks again! Five Star Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

Perfect location

We loved the location and house! It was big enough for all of our family and allowed all to have fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Hi Patti! We are so happy to hear that your stay with us was great. Costa del Mar is a beautiful home that has great entertaining space inside and out. We hope that you and the whole family return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Exceeded all expectations!

Spotless and perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful, comfortable, conveniently located!

We had a wonderful stay in this newly remolded and beautifully decorated home. It was very clean and well appointed. This home was very comfortable for our family of 15. The beach access was a few steps away making it especially convenient with small children. The management service was excellent and the men in our group liked the VIP rewards used for golf discounts. Looking forward to next years return stay. Frank and Diane C.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Aww, thanks Frank and Diane! Your review has made our day. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and the daily golf passes. We cannot wait to have you back next year! When you're ready to book again, remember to give us a call so that we can apply your repeat guest discount. Thanks again!! -- Five Star Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

Great House with Perfect Location!!

Costa Del Mar was even better in person than in the pictures. I've rented houses before that looked great in the pictures but when you get there the house or location is totally different than you expected. But not this one--we were completely satisfied. We had a large group and there still was lots of space to spread out. GREAT location -- beach access was basically right across from the house. Had a wonderful time using both grills - a large one in the backyard, and another smaller one on the second floor balcony (came in handy when it rained on one of the days). Also had view from the balconies to enjoy coffee in the morning. LOVED the enormous TVs in both first and second floor family rooms. What we especially liked was the private backyard with a fountain and small pool -- much larger than many others in the neighborhood. Pool also has a fun feature, in that half includes jets that give it more of a spa feel. The whole house has clearly been remodeled and updated, so everything was brand new. Since Destiny is one of our favorite spots in Destin, would recommend house and definitely stay again next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
John, your review has made our day! Thank you for sharing your experience at Costa del Mar. The home is truly spectacular and we appreciate you notating the details. We hope to have you again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rhonnie K.

Nice home, clean & comfortable.

Great location to beach, and close to outlets and restaurants. House has new bedding and very comfortable. Owner keeps pool heated so you can enjoy night or day, so the heating fee is worth paying. Great bunk rooms for children, a real hit with ours! A very nice vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Hi Rhonnie! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you all enjoyed your stay and that the bunk room was a hit! We hope to have you again soon! Thanks again for choosing Five Star Properties for your Destin vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

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Five Star Properties is more than just a name. We are a provider of premier luxury Destin and 30A Vacation Rentals and first-class service to our guests. Our inventory includes the finest beachfront houses, ocean view houses with a private pool, and oceanfront condos along the Emerald Coast. Our beach houses and condos can be found in the most desired beachside communities such as Holiday Isle, Crystal Beach, Dunes of Destin, 1900 98, Destiny by the Sea, Silver Shells Resort, Gulf Pines, Frangista Beach, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Dune Allen Beach, Grayton Beach, Seagrove Beach, and WaterColor, FL.
Additionally, we offer a selection of smaller, budget-friendly beach houses and condos in our Bliss Beach Rentals inventory. With Bliss, our focus is providing the same luxury vacation experience and level of service on a smaller scale. With Five Star and Bliss you can find event-friendly, wedding-friendly, and even pet-friendly homes to match any size beach vacation!

As a Vrbo Premier Host, we strive to provide an unmatched level of guest service. Whether you book a 9-bedroom house from Five Star or a 2-bedroom beach condo from Bliss, we guarantee our guests the same luxury vacation experience and hands-on customer service.
Each guest is provided with a welcome gift, and access to exceptional amenities which are unique to each property. Plus,
our Guest Services team is local (located in Miramar Beach, Florida), and can provide a quick response to any question or issue that may arise, any time of day. In addition, we have an in-house maintenance team and cleaning crews who can quickly address any guest emergencies. Our exclusive Guest Portal gives each guest access to all means of communication with our team, as well as an area guide to nearby dining, shopping, services, and attractions. It's no wonder Five Star has been voted Best in Destin two years in a row!

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