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Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views

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Crystal Playa Is Just A Few Steps From The Beach
Pool Between Main House and Carriage House
View From 3rd Floor Balcony
Living Area On 1st Floor Of Main House
Kitchen On 1st Floor Of Main House

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 18315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views

Welcome to Crystal Playa!

A tropical retreat with water views from all three levels, Crystal Playa celebrates the daring spirit of the original Destin explorers, architects, and sporting enthusiasts Throughout this large home discover a blend of classic Spanish influences, vintage coastal touches and modern comforts —so you can feel energized and inspired during your stay.

The Crystal Playa is prominently featured in the community of Crystal Beach and is directly across the street from the Shirah Beach Entrance. Crystal Playa proudly features five bedrooms with king beds, a carriage house with additional bedrooms and kitchen, beach views from all three levels, and grand balconies. The home is within walking distance of the Destin Commons mall, award winning dining, golf, Whole Foods, entertainment and much more.

Our Destin properties have exceptional cleaning standards. All linens are cleaned and changed out after every guest!

Home Layout: Sleeps 18

Main Home
First Floor: King Bedroom with beach view (sleeps 2), Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, a 20x10 pool.
Second Floor: King Master Suite with bathroom, tub, balcony and beach view (sleeps 2), Bunk Room with 2 Queen Beds (sleeps 4), Shared Bathroom | King Room (sleeps 2).
Third Floor: Loft With King Bed. bathroom with tub and balcony with beach view.
Carriage House
First Floor: Kitchen, living area, and half bath.
Second Floor: Bunk room with 3 Queen beds (sleeps 6), King Bedroom (sleeps 2), Shared bathroom.

Parking - a maximum of 4 vehicles may park at the home. No campers, oversized vehicles, buses or trailers are permitted. No street parking. No vehicles can block the sidewalk or the city will ticket or tow the vehicle.

4 beach chairs are provided at the home for you to take to the beach.

*Check In - 4PM
*Check Out – 10AM (Central)

AGE REQUIREMENT – Spring Break college groups are not allowed. No reservations will be made to students or singles under the age of twenty-five (25). One (1) guardian of twenty-five years or older is required for every four (4) singles under the age of twenty-five. Guardians must accompany anyone under the age of twenty-five (25) at all times and be present during check-in. Underage drinking and/or partying are not allowed in any of the rental units. Non-compliance with these rules and regulations will result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made.

Check-In and Check-Out times are strictly enforced since our maintenance crew and cleaners will occupy the parking spots from 10 AM - 4 PM. There is a minimum fee of $200 for a late checkout because this prohibits the staff from completing the job and will interrupt the next guest’s vacation. Thank you for understanding!

Pet Policy: This property is dog-friendly for 1 to 2 dogs.$350 flat pet fee to be collected post-booking. Dogs must be well trained and less than 50 lbs. Dog owners accept full responsibility for dog(s). Please note without prior knowledge to LoveRentals, there will be an additional non-refundable charge, so be sure to advise us BEFORE you travel.

**Pool can be heated from October 1 - May 30 for an additional daily fee. Pool heat must be requested 3 days before arrival**

This property is a smoke-free facility. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property including balconies and common areas. Violations will result in forfeiture of your stay.

We provide a complimentary starter set of paper products, toiletries and linens. Additional items will be the guest’s responsibility to purchase.

Weddings or Events are an additional $500, must be selected at time of booking, and require a permit that we obtain.

Instead of security deposits and booking fees, each LoveRentals booking includes LoveRentals Protect, a limited property protection plan, to provide peace of mind to both our guests and homeowners.  The fee for LoveRentals Protect is applied to each booking and covers up to $10,000 in contents damage protection and up to $1,000,000 in real property protection.  Exceptions include but are not limited to cancellations, intentional acts, negligent conduct, and pet damage. Inquire for more information.

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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

Events allowed
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Pets

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
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Fat Daddy's Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views on 6 May 2026 start from AU$784, 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.

How much is parking at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin D.

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

Great Location

We had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained house and absolutely the best for our family. Could not have asked for anything more. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! We're thrilled you had a pleasant stay and truly appreciate your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again and providing you with another excellent experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Great location

Great location to the beach! Lots of space and room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you for your kind review and for being such wonderful guests! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caulden G.

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

Destin 2025

Very clean and well cared for property. It was the perfect setup for our group. We had an incredible time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy I.

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

Great place to stay!

Everything was super easy, close to the beach, cleaned and well stocked. No issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us! It was a pleasure having you, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. We’d love to have you stay with us again whenever you’re in the area!
Verified

8/10 Good

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was good …struggled with the spiral staircase…didn’t seem very sturdy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We appreciate your feedback and are grateful for the opportunity to host you. Wishing you safe travels ahead and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francena L.

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

Perfectly location near beach

The stay was great. We look forward to another stay at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Hi Francena- Thanks for your review of LoveRentals property. We are glad that you have enjoyed your stay. Best wishes from everyone at LoveRentals property and management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Great location!!

It was such a beautiful home with a great location. We loved that there was a guest house too.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
Hi Beth- Thanks for your review of LoveRentals property. We are glad that you have enjoyed your stay. Best wishes from everyone at LoveRentals property and management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Schut Hut Team

Great time with family! The house was convenient with easy access to the beach and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2025
Thank you for your kind review and for being such wonderful guests! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Great location

The locations was great with plenty of beds/rooms for everyone. Dog friendly was a bonus!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Hi Kristina- Thanks for your review of LoveRentals property. We are glad that you have enjoyed your stay. Best wishes from everyone at LoveRentals property and management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

great place!

We love this place. It's perfect for our family. It was much more expensive this year so not sure we'll be back which is unfortunate. And, fortunately we were there later than usual for us because I could not pay an extra 784 to heat the pool. It is a wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
Thank you for your kind review and for being such wonderful guests! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ezequiel D.

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

A nice place to stay and very beautiful

Great everyone enjoyed it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2022
Hi Ezequiel-Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Family Vaca

The property met or exceeded our expectations.There was enough room for our adult children and grandchildren to have time together and alone. The pool between the house and bunk house was a hit. The properties location so close to the beach made many trips back and forth with children easy to navigate. I did expect there to be more games, pool toys, and such for a place advertised as family friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience during your stay. Your feedback truly means the world to us, and we’re grateful for your support. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Outstanding!!

This place is beautiful and in the perfect location! My family and I had a tremendous time here!! We wish we would have booked it for longer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2024
Hi Kim- Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Great Vacation House!

Great vacation house! We had 12 Adults and an infant and there was plenty of space! House was very clean ..Absolutely perfect location.. small public beach was gorgeous and plenty of space for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2023
Hi Kristen-Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Highly recommend!!

We were in Destin for my daughter’s wedding on the beach! Everything was beautiful and we would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Hi Kim- Thank you for your review of LoveRentals property. We are glad that you have enjoyed your stay. Best wishes from everyone at LoveRentals property and management.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana W.

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

Great house

Location was perfect for us. Wonderful pool and just across the street from the beach. The property was very clean and we had absolutely no issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Hi Jana- Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the pool and the beach was just close to this property. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Great stay

10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you so much from choosing LoveRentals as your recent holiday home destination. We are most grateful to have received your feedback and thrilled to read how much you enjoyed your stay. Your complete satisfaction is our core value and we strive daily to ensure our properties provide the best experience to our customers. We hope to have the privilege of hosting you again the nearest future. Our deepest and most heartfelt gratitude from everyone at LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Heavenly

This was an outstanding property, excellent location, and presented in Perfect condition. All family members enjoyed their stay and we all discussed a return visit. Beach was beautiful as usual and the restaurant one block away was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2022
Hi Crystal-Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha N.

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

beach vacay

everything was a pictured.. the home was beautiful and such easy access to the beach .. perfect for our large family .. would definitely recommend 5 stars
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Hi Natasha- Thank you so much for sharing your kind feedback. We greatly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're glad that our property met your expectations. We take great pride in ensuring that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It's wonderful to know that our efforts to create a welcoming environment were well received. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kari T.

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

Great location!

As a whole, we had a great experience! Everything matched the pictures and the communication was great. There were some issues initially with the pool heater working. However, the property manager had someone out the next day to get it working again. Overall I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2025
Thank you for your kind review and for being such wonderful guests! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Super stay

Our family of 5 adult children, their significant others and a grand baby stayed at this location. It was exactly what we expected and needed. This property was perfect for party time for some and quiet time for others. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2024
Hi Susan- Thank you so much for sharing your kind feedback. We greatly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're glad that our property met your expectations. We take great pride in ensuring that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It's wonderful to know that our efforts to create a welcoming environment were well received. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything about the property! The location is fantastic. My only complaint would be the bathroom on the 3rd floor has no counter space, which made getting ready a bit challenging. Other than that, and that was minor, it was a wonderful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran G.

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

Beautiful House

This is a great house for a large family or group. You have a good view of the ocean with just a short walk across the street by a cross walk just in front of the house. The porches and outside seating is fantastic with great outdoor furniture. The kitchen is well equipped with anything needed for large family meals. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Hi Fran- Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved where this property is situated. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay and that the amenities on this property was just perfect for what you needed on this trip. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Family Vacation In Destin

Loved the house, dog friendly and kids loved the pool. Across the street from the beach was awesome! My daughter and family used the carriage house which was nice from size standpoint, but they were separated from the rest of the family who was in the main house. Sitting on the front porch was very nice people watching. Love Destin, we had fun.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
Hi J- Thank you so much for choosing LoveRentals on your recent vacation. We are truly glad that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again soon when you’re back in the area. Best regards from LoveRentals & Property Management Team.

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