Professionally managed by William at Frangista Beach Properties. Having been designated as both a Superhost and Premier Host, our team works hard to deliver an awesome guest stay. From the moment you walk through the door, you should find a sparkling clean home with generous amenities and beach gear for a true “welcome home” experience. If you need assistance, our team is quick to respond to your needs. We are proud of our deep roots in the Destin area having provided hospitality since 1976.
All reservations will be required to sign a Rental Agreement directly with Frangista Beach Properties within 48 hours of receipt.
Please inquire about our monthly rates for January and February!
What You Will Love About Sandy Toes
-Private Gated Community "Cottage Retreat" Private gated access to beach; fitness center; community pool & spa
-Large Community Lagoon Style Pool Just Steps Away with Heated Whirlpool Spa, Outdoor Shower, Both Chaise Lounge Chairs & Dining Tables & Restrooms
-Community Grilling Area with Charcoal Grills located near the Pool
-Within walking distance of Kenny D's with New Orleans cuisine and Capt. Dave's on the Gulf
-Complimentary 2 Chairs 1 Umbrella Set Up from March through October
-An Additional 4 Beach Chairs and 2 umbrellas in the home YEAR-ROUND!
-Beach Cooler Provided with Football and Frisbees and Beach Wagon!!
-Dog Friendly
-Cocktail Game Arcade with 412 games
-Beach Towels Provided
-Fully stocked Kitchen with both Keurig, Mr. Coffee, Additional Toaster Oven
Sandy Toes is located in a private gated community, just off Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach. This is a popular vacation area due to easy beach access and restaurants within walking distance. The community has a 3,000 sq ft community pool and a fitness center.
Upon entry into Sandy Toes, you are greeted by a nice foyer with stairs leading up to the second floor living area. This living area is an open concept design where everyone can gather around the 65" smart TV with DVD player & large collection of DVDs. There is a brand new sleeper sofa sofa to accommodate two guests. The bistro style dining area seats six. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances and Silverstone countertops. A hallway half bathroom is located off this living area. A second floor balcony with seating for 4 is located overlooking the community.
A king bedroom suite can be found on the second floor. This large private bedroom features a 50" Smart TV with cable and private ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub, a shower, and a double sink perfect sanctuary to relax and rejuvenate.
A new 2-player Cocktail Arcade Game System with 412 games including Pac-Man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, and Space Invaders provides fun for the entire family. There are three bedrooms located on the first floor. The first bedroom features a queen bed and 42" TV. This room shares a large bathroom with the bunk room, with two separate bunk sets with twin-over-twin beds and a 31" cable tv. There is also a king suite with 42" Smart TV, as well as its own private bathroom with a tub/shower combination.
You can bask in the Florida sunshine and salt air on the balcony. A gated beach access nearby allows you to have your toes in the sand in just minutes. Tents and canopies are not allowed on this beach.
This home is pet-friendly, with a $300 (plus tax) non-refundable pet fee that covers up to two adult, non-aggressive breeds, each weighing 25 pounds or less.
Seasonal beach service runs March 1st - October 31st and includes 2 beach chairs and 1 umbrella.
The community pool is heated Thanksgiving Week, and then Christmas through Spring Break.
Free parking is provided for 2 vehicles. Golf Carts are not allowed in this community. The HOA provides extra parking spaces (when available) for vehicles at a cost of $10 per day for reservations made at least 2 weeks in advance (an additional $5 per day is charged as a late fee for reservations made less than 2 weeks in advance). Guests should reserve any extra parking spaces needed as soon as their booking is confirmed.
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 cottage 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 Fat Daddy's Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, water tubing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Pompano Joe's - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Culver's - 3 min drive
Whales Tail - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc!?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc! on 1 Dec 2026 start from AU$856, 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 Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Toes Gated Community*Pool*Gym*Beach Svc! located?
This family-friendly Miramar Beach cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Kitchenique are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The Beach Retreat cottage was perfect for our family of 11. The location is perfect with an easy stroll to the beach. The privacy on Cottage Row is great. We also enjoyed the pool even a shorter walk from the house. The management group was so helpful and communicated before our trip. We will be back!
Janice S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your 5 Star review. We look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda J.
28 July 2025
Close to the beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This rental has everything you are looking for!We had a family of 8 stay and we all loved it.Highly recommended.
Linda J.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Hi Linda, we are so glad you all enjoyed this home and thank you for this wonderful review. Looking forward to your next visit! The Frangista Beach Properties Team
Nice, clean pet friendly home. Plenty of towels, kitchen needs, and beach chairs and umbrella set up included. Master needs a new mattress ASAP, but overall a great stay.
Catherine D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2025
Hi Catherine, thank you for staying with us and so glad you all had a great stay. I am sorry you felt the mattress was uncomfortable. I sometimes feel this way when traveling but I do realize mattresses are more of a personal preference. I hope you will visit again at "Sandy Toes" Frangista Beach Properties
The gated community was quiet and safe, and the unit is just a very brief walk to the beach—about a minute or so—right across the street from the beach’s gate. Beach service is included, which is very helpful, and the heated community pool is a really nice size, with a hot tub that was perfect.The unit itself was clean and updated. It comes stocked with garbage bags, paper towels, beach towels, dishwasher and laundry detergent, and a bunch of incidentals, so you don’t have to keep running to the store. Being so close to the beach meant we could enjoy morning walks on the sand every day.Plenty of dinner and entertainment options are nearby, some even within walking distance. The retro video game machine was a fun bonus.If I had to find opportunities for improvement, the TV in the double bunk room is hard for the kids to view—but we weren’t on vacation to watch TV, so it wasn’t a big deal.The management company was very proactive and attentive. They called me twice prior to the trip to ensure everything would go smoothly, and their texting service was easy to use had we needed it.Overall, I highly recommend this unit for vacations near the beach—it’s convenient, well-equipped, and a pleasure to stay in.
Donald M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2026
Thank you for your 5 Star Review. We look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
The place was perfect! Plenty of room for everyone, pool was super close, and the beach just a short walk away! Also loved that it is a gated community. We will definitely be back in the future!
Jenna S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you for your 5 Star Review! We look forward to your return. Frangista Beach Properties
Super convenient! Clean. Super easy walk to the beach . Stocked very well.
Dara N.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2023
Thank you for your 5 Star review of Sandy Toes. It was a pleasure having you as our guest and we look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
This property was beautifully well kept! We loved the spacious rooms and all the extras the house provided. The beach service, towels, sand chairs and overall helpfulness and kindness everyone provided.
Antoinette G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Toni, Thank you for your 5 Star review of our Sandy Toes home. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
Everything about the house and booking it was easy and well worth the money and time. Many memories made. Clean and well kept house. Quiet. Short walk to beach. Literally across the beach. A plus pet friendly!
Melissa K.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Hi Melissa, thank you for the wonderful review of "Sandy Toes"!! We enjoyed working with you in order to help find the perfect rental at the beach for your family. The Beach Retreat community is very quiet and family friendly for all ages. We hope to see you again soon!! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pat D.
3 June 2024
Great Place!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental was fabulous! Clean, cool, updated, well stocked, great location! Loved it. Staff was very responsive and helpful. Would certainly stay there again.
Pat D.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Hi Pat, we are so glad you enjoyed everything about Sandy Toes! We look forward to seeing you all again in 2025. Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeannine D.
7 Sept 2023
Sandy Toes is Top Notch
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stayed here with 6 friends and we had the best experience. We had a great time at the beach, eating and drinking out, and cooking. Conveniently located close to the beach. Definitely returning again!
Jeannine D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 July 2024
Sandy Toes Cottage
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
So happy with everything! Location was close enough to beach for a short walk. The cottage was clean and had everything we required for our stay. The property management company was wonderful! Very pleasant experience! Thanks to all
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Hi Jaculin, thank you for staying with us and this amazing review. We are so glad you enjoyed "Sandy Toes" and we look forward to your return. Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marc S.
13 July 2025
Great time at Sandy Toes!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had an awesome week in Miramar Beach at the Sandy Toes home! Our first time to this part of Florida and it was beautiful! We came with our whole family including 6 adults and 5 grandkids ages 5 and under. Each couple had their own room with their own bathroom. The bunk room was awesome for the kids! The kitchen was well equipped and they had plenty of chairs, toys, boogie boards and things for the kids to enjoy at the beach! Beautiful pool area as well! We were within walking distance of 3 different restaurants which we truly enjoyed. We loved it and will definitely be back!
Marc S.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Marc, We are blown away by your amazing review of Sandy Toes. We always love hearing about a fun family vacation. Let us know when you are ready to come back! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George K.
29 Nov 2023
The BEST vacation spot!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
If you want a quality location and "life making" memory's vacation, you will find it at the Sandy Toes Cottage. Quiet location, very close to the beach and restaurants was an outstanding experience. Walking path along with immediate access to the beach across the street make it the perfect location. One of the best my family has ever stayed. Highly recommend.
George K.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
George, It was a pleasure having you as our guest at the Sandy Toes Cottage. We appreciate your kind review and look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
This property is beautiful. Well kempt, comfortable, and clean. A very short walk to the beach made the trip even more enjoyable. The rental price was a bit steep with deposits and cleaning fees but it's a newly acquired house for the owners and I understand they need to make a profit. Overall, I'd recommend and will likely be back in the future (especially if I can catch a deal lol).
Heather P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you for your 5 Star Review of Sandy Toes! We look forward to seeing you next year! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Terri H.
1 Nov 2023
Beach getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have been vacationing in Destin for the past 9 years and this property is by far one of the best. It was very well stocked when cooking utensils and dishware. Perfect location away from the busy traffic and quiet neighborhood, but just a 5 min walk to the private beach. Will definitely be looking to book this property again in the future!
Terri H.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2023
Terri, Thank you for your amazing review of our Sandy Toes cottage. We appreciate all of your kind words and look forward to your return! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Blanca F.
26 Sept 2023
Highly recommend!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The few minor things that needed looked at were taken care of immediately by management. Their customer service was exceptional! Beautiful property, clean, modern and spacious. The beds were pretty comfortable too. I would suggest more plastic food storage containers in different sizes.
Blanca F.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
Bianca, We appreciate your review of our Beach Retreat Cottage, Sandy Toes. It was a pleasure having you and your family as our guests. We will put some additional storage containers in the home. Unfortunately, those tend to walk away from the homes. Hope to see you again soon! Frangista Beach Properties
This home is beautiful. Everything was so clean and spacious. The living room being upstairs was a little odd but it worked out fine. We had a problem with the garbage disposal but maintance was there to fix it within an hour! The beds were very comfortable! It even came with a portable box fan in the closet which saved me money from having to go buy one! It also had a high chair ehich helped as we had an 8 month old baby with us. Thank you so much for sharing your home!
Brittany L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you for your 5 Star Review. See you again in 2023! Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Ryan S.
19 Apr 2023
Meh...
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Just ok, based on pictures thought it would have been fine. Tough stay for a week with 5 kids a and 4 adults. Only stay here if with your significant other or other adults. Lastly house needs new beds and was in aware how close it was to the airport, that got annoying after about day 4.
Ryan S.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Ryan, Thank you for staying with us at Sandy Toes. We do have 3 military bases around our area and they have been conducting training exercises for the past 2 weeks. Guests usually enjoy the free air shows they provide. The sounds of freedom never get annoying to us. Beds are a personal preference. It's tough to satisfy everyone as we do have many reviews for this home where guests said the beds were comfortable. Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jennifer S.
4 Apr 2023
Great location and a decent house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We really enjoyed our stay at Sandy Toes. It has a great location to the beach which is really helpful. For the most part, the house is updated and clean. The grout in the master bathroom needs to be cleaned or updated. You can tell they did want they can to update the house, but the appliances and bathrooms are old and need to be replaced. Packing tips - They do give you what you need to start with - dishwasher soap, laundry soap, etc to get you through the first few days. One thing I thought was really strange was there was no salt, pepper or any spices. Also, there is no plastic containers to put in leftovers. So, I would recommend to pack that if you plan on cooking. Overall, we were happy with the house.
Jennifer S.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you for your review of Sandy Toes and for recommending this home to our future guests. For sanitary reasons, keeping spices in rental homes is no longer recommended. The spices can be tampered with and we would like to avoid that for our guests. We have placed some more plastic containers in the home. Unfortunately, those tend to walk away from the rental homes . We will be more diligent in looking for them before our guest's arrival. Happy to hear you were happy with the house and we look forward to your return. Frangista Beach Properties
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Hailee C.
26 Sept 2022
Definitely a nice stay.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This space fit our party well. The kitchen wasn't very functional, but it was stocked. I am glad I brought hand soap because there was only bar soap provided. The beds weren't very comfortable and the bedding was cheap and the mattress covers were thin and kept coming off the corners of the mattress. But the location was great, access to beach was great. Two chairs and an umbrella was provided. It was nice that they provided beach towels. Can't really complain about much! It was quiet and a nice neighborhood. Would stay again. Wish I would have known I had to use a checking account to make our second payment before. It worked out, but it was a little complicated at first.
Hailee C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Hailee, thank you for providing a review and we will look into the issues you mentioned. Overall we are glad that you had a nice stay with the complimentary beach service and the proximity to the beach access. We appreciate you staying with us.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Joey S.
2 Aug 2022
Best Family Vacation Ever
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
After not being able to travel with the family for the past 2 pandemic years, I decided to rent this property for our entire family for a relaxing vacation. This property did not disappoint, and the pictures were spot on. Let's start with the Pros; Very close to the beach and pool with just a short walk. Very spacious for alot of family fun, the balcony was my morning spot for coffee and discussion. The area was very quiet and everyone was very friendly. There was plenty of pots and pans dishes for us to make any meal of our choosing. Now for the Cons: We noticed there were a couple of toilets that constantly ran, I placed a call to management and they were Johnny on the spot with the repairs. I still noticed a day later that one of the toilets was still acting up but honestly forgot to give them a call to fix. If I had to pick one thing that was very disappointing, that would be the bunk beds on the main floor. They sagged like they were about to collapse, and they also made a very loud noise when the kids tossed and turned in their sleep. Other than that It was a very great stay.
Joey S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Joey, Thank you for your review of Sandy Toes. We did notice the foilet after your departure and had to replace it so that issue has been resolved. THE BUNK BEDS HAVE BEEN REPLACED SINCE THIS REVIEW. Hope to see you again soon! Frangista Beach Properties
About the host
Hosted by Frangista Beach Properties
Frangista Beach Properties offers a diverse selection of rental properties in prime locations, maintained to the highest standards, taking full advantage of the pristine beaches along the Emerald Coast. With our office centrally located on Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach, our vacation specialists are able to provide recommendations for the perfect Destin area vacation rental, as well as events and activities to enjoy during your stay. Whether you select a luxury Crystal Beach private home, beach cottage, or private Gulf-front home in Frangista Beach or Gulf Pines, you will find a wealth of well-appointed -- yet comfortable -- accommodations in premier locations.
We strive to make your stay as carefree as possible. Download our mobile app to receive driving directions, notifications, and information customized to your specific vacation property. No need to stop by our office – you can access your property by means of the keyless entry system. All our properties have free WiFi Internet access, all necessary linens and bath towels, and a Keurig coffeemaker. Many of our homes have private pools, splash pools, access to a community pool, and beach service availability.
At Frangista Beach Properties, our goal is to provide the perfect vacation experience so that you and your family will have wonderful memories, and will wish to return year after year.
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