Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Destin Commons
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Patio
Waterpark access
Gas barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Washing machine
Explore the area
Destin, FL
James Lee Beach
Place, James Lee Beach
3 min walk
Miramar Beach
Place, Miramar Beach
8 min walk
James Lee Park
Place, James Lee Park
11 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
3rd Floor Game/Lounge Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Guest Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom (2nd Floor)
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom 1
Guest Bedroom 2
Master Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access
Discover the inviting ambiance of Destin in this delightful three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence designed for the ultimate relaxation during your getaway. Nestled within the privacy of the Kokomo Cove community, this Florida cottage occupies a prestigious corner lot adorned with beautiful trees, landscaping, a charming white picket fence, and decks on all three levels.
Your adventure begins as you step onto the expansive wrap-around porch. The main living area and two bedrooms are located on the first level, boasting an open floor plan that facilitates quality time with family and friends. Hardwood floors and soothing decor create a homely atmosphere.
The living room features a 52" flat-screen TV with HD channels and secure wireless internet. The fully equipped kitchen offers ample workspace, with a breakfast bar and a dining area featuring a bay window. A gas grill on the adjacent deck awaits your culinary creations. The laundry room, equipped with a full-sized washer and dryer, is conveniently located off the kitchen. The two guest bedrooms on the first floor cater to various preferences, with one hosting a queen bed and a private bath, and the other featuring two sets of bunk beds (4 twin beds) and a full bathroom with dual access.
Ascend to the second floor to discover the master bedroom suite, complete with a king-size bed, a seating area, and a master bathroom featuring double vanity sinks, a jetted garden tub, and a walk-in shower. Step outside onto your oversized private deck to enjoy the Gulf of Mexico breezes. The third-floor features a sleeper sofa and a TV, making it an ideal space for kids or teens.
A short stroll takes you to the sugar-white beaches of The Emerald Coast, with private beach access available. During the season, rent beach setups for relaxation or explore the waters with kayaks or jet skis from the onsite vendor. Indulge in shopping and exploration, with a variety of restaurants and golfing options nearby.
Things to Know:
Parking for 3 Automobiles
Absolutely NO Pets!
Starter Kit Included: To help you settle in, we provide a complimentary starter kit with a limited supply of essentials to get your vacation started. Your starter kit includes 3 trash bags, 3 dishwasher detergent tablets, 1 roll of paper towels, 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, dish soap, and bar soap in each bathroom. These items are intended as a courtesy for your arrival, so we recommend bringing or purchasing additional supplies based on the length of your stay.
The stay will be accessed via a smart lock and we will provide the door code on check in day around 4pm
During months where there is a potential for inclement weather, such as hurricane season, we strongly suggest travelers obtain insurance.
This property is equipped with a monitor which detects smoke, vape, noise, and excess guest over the occupancy limit allowed. Violations will result in removal from the property without refund.
Any firearms left behind at a property will be turned over to local police without notice to guest.
This is a licensed and legal Short Term Rental. Neighborhood quiet hours are from 10pm-8am. If violated the city will issue a fine. Guests are also responsible for following the City of Destin Ordinance rules.
Minimum Age Requirement The primary renter must be at least 25 years old and must be present at the property for the entire stay. This policy helps ensure a safe, respectful environment for our homes, neighbors, and all guests. Reservations made in violation of this requirement may be subject to cancellation without refund.
Texas Tides is proudly managed by Gulf Tide Vacations.
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
About the area
Destin
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Club LA. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Destin Commons - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 3 min drive
Crab Trap Destin - 10 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min drive
El Jalisco Destin - 4 min drive
Another Broken Egg Cafe - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access?
As of 20 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$2,441, 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 No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is No ADDED Fees!☀️🌊Private Beach Access located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. James Lee Park and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A great house for our family of 6, very comfortable for everyone and a very short walk to the beach. This part of the world has the best beaches, simply stunning, we’ll definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that the home was a great fit for your family and that everyone was comfortable during your stay. One of our favorite things about the property is the quick, easy walk to the beach, and we're glad you were able to enjoy the incredible white sand and emerald waters that make this area so special. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us, and we can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable Emerald Coast vacation! 🌊☀️
Beth,
Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that you loved your stay at our property. It's always a pleasure to know our guests had a wonderful experience. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay in the future!
Best regards,
The Gulf Tide Vacations Team
Great location, close to the beach and spacious home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Thanks so much, Israel! 🌟 We're thrilled you enjoyed the location and had plenty of room to stretch out and relax. Being close to the beach is always a win! 🏖️ Come back and see us again soon — we'd love to host you for another sunny escape! ☀️🌊
— The Gulf Tide Vacations Team
Thanks so much, Natalie! We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing stay and that the house was just what you were hoping for. Come back and see us anytime—paradise is always waiting! 🌴☀️
— Gulf Tide Vacations
This was the perfect location and house for a wonderful vacation! Sad that it had to end but hope to be back again! This was our second destin family vacation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Dear Terri,
Thank you for your heartwarming review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that your vacation and house was nothing short of perfect. It brings us immense joy to know that you had a wonderful time during your stay.
We understand the feeling of sadness when a vacation comes to an end, but we're thrilled to hear that you're already considering a return in the future! Your kind words and loyalty as returning guests mean the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for your third Destin family vacation.
We truly appreciate your trust in us to provide you with an enjoyable and memorable experience. If there's anything specific you'd like to see or experience during your next stay, please don't hesitate to let us know. We're here to make your future visits even more special and unforgettable.
Once again, thank you for choosing us for your vacation, and we eagerly await the opportunity to host you and your family again soon!
Warmest regards,
Gulf Tide Vacations
The house and location were wonderful. The listing was accurate. Decorations were upscale and not the usual over the top beach theme.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that both the house and location met your expectations.
It's wonderful to know that the listing accurately represented the property. We believe in transparency and want our guests to have a clear understanding of what to expect when they book with us.
We're thrilled that you appreciated the upscale decorations. Our team takes pride in creating a welcoming and tastefully designed environment for our guests, and we're glad to hear that it resonated with you.
Offering a refreshing change from the typical beach-themed decorations is something we aim for, and we're glad you noticed and enjoyed the difference.
Should you ever plan to visit again or have any friends or family looking for a similar experience, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd be more than happy to welcome you back or assist them in finding their perfect vacation spot.
Once again, thank you for your kind words, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
Best regards,
Gulf Tide Vacations
It was such a great experience easy process and the house was amazing our kids loved it and they actually felt like at home!! Close to the beach and anything you needed at close range too! We definitely will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and that the house exceeded your expectations. Knowing that your kids felt at home and loved the place makes us incredibly happy.
We take pride in providing an easy and seamless process for our guests, and it's delightful to hear that you found it convenient. Our location near the beach and amenities is indeed one of our key highlights, and we're glad it added to your overall enjoyment.
We can't wait to welcome you and your family back for another fantastic stay! If there's anything specific you'd like for your next visit, please don't hesitate to let us know. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're committed to making your future stays just as amazing as this one. See you soon!
Best regards,
Gulf Tide Vacations
House was great and close to the beach, maybe 2 block walk to private beach which was nice with less people. House was clean, cozy, and comfortable. Beds slept great. Would stay again. Only minor complaints would be no access to 3rd story patio, alot of mosquitoes with the nice shaded trees, and bathrooms had pocket doors that didnt really lock and no privacy to master bathroom which all is ok if you just have one person or a couple to a room but if you have other people it might bother you. Again, those are minor, house was great overall, makes you want to retire and live the beach life.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home and especially loved the easy walk to the quieter private beach — definitely one of our favorite perks too! 🏖️
Glad to know the house felt cozy, clean, and comfy, and that those beds helped you catch some serious vacation Zzzs. 😴🌙
We appreciate the feedback on the patio access and pocket doors — definitely noted! While the home was designed with relaxed beach vibes in mind, we totally get how extra privacy can be helpful with a group. And ugh, mosquitoes — they do love that shade! We’re always looking for ways to improve, so this kind of insight really helps us.
We’d love to host you again anytime you're ready to chase that beach-life dream! 🌊☀️
— The Gulf Tide Vacations Team
My family and I really enjoyed the house and especially the private beach access. Walk to the beach was super close and we saved money on cancelling our La Dove Vida reservation for our chairs and umbrellas and just used the local provider. If you have your own beach chairs and umbrellas, the private beach access is the way to go. The beach house was meticulous and such a cozy beach house that was extremely relaxing, the only issue that hindered our experience was the top balcony access was locked per the beach house owners instructions. Our intent was to use that top balcony to view the 4th of July fireworks, so that was a letdown, but the overall experience was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the home and especially made the most of that convenient private beach access—it really does make a difference! Great tip about bringing your own chairs and umbrellas too. 🌴
We totally understand your disappointment about the top balcony. It is currently locked for safety reasons, as the third-floor area is often used by guests with children under 15. While we know it would’ve been a great spot to catch fireworks, we appreciate your understanding. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with the homeowner.
We're so glad the rest of your stay was relaxing and that the home gave you a cozy, beachy escape. We’d love to have you back again soon! ☀️🏖️
—Gulf Tide Vacations Team
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Michael D.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great house and location - management team is poor
We have stayed on this street for over a decade and have stayed in this house 3 times. This past summer was the first year with this property management team. The house is perfect and the location and beach are great. The property management communicated well about the check in/out process. When we checked in on Saturday, we noticed that the bed in the loft was broken. We filled out the “fix form” and we never heard from them in regards to our concerns. I filled out a review and sent it to the management team and I still have not heard from them. Very disappointing. Will be very hesitant to rent from the management team again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your review and for sharing your experience. We are glad to hear the home was perfect and location was great. We are sad to hear we fell short on communication on an issue with the sofa bed not functioning. On Monday July 24th we sent a text with regards to the sofa bed which stated we had ordered a part to repair it and were waiting for it to arrive. We sent this around 11:15am. We do follow up with post stay surveys completed as well, usually within a week from check out. We try to communicate as much as possible without being overbearing and intrusive on your stay. We do hope that you will stay with us again.
All the best,
Gulf Tide Vacations
Host was great, very responsive. Close to the beach and clean. The only couple of areas we could see improvement in is the toilet in the Queen room, it clogged very easily and the pillows were flat. Other than that, we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2026
Thanks so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay, found everything clean, and appreciated our team's responsiveness.
It's also great to know the beach location made your trip even better!
We really appreciate you mentioning the toilet in the queen bedroom and the pillows. Feedback like yours helps us continue improving the guest experience. We'll have our maintenance team inspect the toilet, and we'll also take a look at the pillows to see if it's time for an upgrade.
Thank you again for choosing Gulf Tide Vacations. We hope to welcome you back to the Emerald Coast for another great stay soon! 🌴☀️
Thank you for the five-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Gulf Tide Vacations. We’d love to welcome you back for more beach days and great memories! 🌊☀️
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