* Lakefront Home With Private Dock * Public Beach Access Approx. 0.3 Miles Away * Private Pool/Spa With Heating Options (Fee Applies) * Gated Community – Lagoon Pool, Fitness Center, Tennis + Basketball * Golf Cart (6-Seater LSV) Included At The Home * Dog Friendly Home (Fees and Restrictions Apply) * Natural Gas Grill * Professionally Managed
Casa Esmeralda is a serene 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom lakefront escape located in the gated Destiny West community, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests. This 2-story retreat pairs peaceful water views with a relaxed coastal feel, creating an inviting setting from the moment you arrive. With calm surroundings and beautifully designed interiors, the home offers a restful setting to enjoy time along the Emerald Coast.
Inside, a graceful winding staircase welcomes you into the home, opening to a bright living area that frames views of the lake. The well-equipped kitchen and adjacent dining room make entertaining simple, while 4 thoughtfully arranged bedrooms provide a calming space for guests to settle in throughout their stay. Whether enjoying unhurried mornings by the water or unwinding after a day at the beach, the home’s warm coastal style supports an easy, relaxing experience.
Outdoors, the private pool and spa overlook the lake, with comfortable loungers and a firepit set across the back patio for both daytime relaxation and evening gatherings. A staircase leads down to a peaceful dock that creates a quiet spot to enjoy the water and take in the scenery. Guests also enjoy access to Destiny West’s community amenities, including a lagoon-style pool, hot tub, fitness center, tennis court, and half-court basketball. Public beach access at The Crab Trap is just a short walk away, about 6 minutes on foot or a 5-minute ride using the complimentary 6-passenger golf cart (LSV). Casa Esmeralda is also close to local favorites such as The Whale’s Tail and Pompano Joe’s, as well as the shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets, offering a stay that reflects the ease and charm of Destin.
*For safety and insurance reasons, the indoor living room fireplace is not operational.
Home Layout and Bedroom Details:
1st Floor:
Kitchen: This kitchen maximizes functionality with a kitchen island and bar seating for 4. Included are stainless steel Samsung appliances and a 5-burner gas range, double toaster, Keurig, coffeepot, crockpot, griddle, and blender, as well as all the normal utensils and cookware. It is fully stocked and ready to cook for large families.
Dining Room: A formal dining room table is adjacent to the kitchen and can seat up to 8 guests. Not only can you see the TV from this space, but it also has a front-row view of the backyard and pool.
Living Room: This cozy living room is right next to the dining room and has a full-sized sofa, a loveseat, and 2 accent chairs. Watch your favorite shows on the large 55-inch, 4K flat-screen TV.
Bedroom + Bathroom #1: It has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, and a flat-screen TV. It also has its own private bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Bathroom #2: This is an easily accessible bathroom adjacent to the laundry room, including a walk-in shower.
Laundry Room: Located downstairs is a washer and a dryer. You will find all of the towels stored here.
Backyard: Your own lakefront oasis awaits you. Enjoy the saltwater pool and spa or take advantage of the home’s beautiful dock over the lake.
2nd Floor:
Bedroom #2: This room is a bunk room that includes a full/full bunk, dresser, and flat-screen TV. This bedroom shares Bathroom #2 with Bedroom #3, accessible from the hallway.
Bedroom + Bathroom #3: This bedroom has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2-night stands, and a flat-screen TV. This attached bathroom can also be accessed from the hallway.
Bedroom + Bathroom #4: This master bedroom has a king-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, accent chairs, and a flat-screen TV. It has a spacious, private bathroom with a walk-in shower and freestanding tub. It is complete with a private balcony that boasts a lake view.
House Rules: -This is a NON-smoking property.
Student Booking Policies: -College student groups must all inquire and get approval before booking. Rates for student groups are subject to change; the price will be determined upon inquiry. -If a college student group is accepted, they will be subject to a $100.00 fully refundable damage deposit per person. -Golf carts are not included for groups under the age of 25 or college student groups.
Pets: -This home is pet-friendly, up to 30lb in size, but all pets must be approved and are subject to a pet fee upon approval. Please request approval before booking.
Parking: -All cars must be in the driveway. 4 cars maximum. No Trailers, RVs, Scooters, Boats, or Motorcycles are permitted per HOA rules.
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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
Frequently asked questions
Does Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$419, 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 Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was beautiful and in an excellent location. We really enjoyed siting on the dock on the evening!
kristin b.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review, Kristin! Casa Esmeralda is a great property and evenings on the dock are special! We would love to host you again in the future. Keep in touch.The Team at Travel Life Vacations
Location was great. Very nice gated community. Loved cruising on the golf cart. House was very clean. Communication was excellent with owners. Pool and hot tub very nice and clean.
Angie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review, Angie! We are so glad that you enjoyed the home and its amenities. We would love to host you again. Keep in touch. The Team at Travel Life Vacations
We had great time staying in this house. Location was great and we really enjoyed pool and spa. We would definitely come back.
Mirela K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thank you for the review~ we are glad you had a great time and enjoyed the amenities! We would love the opportunity to talk with you and get some feedback on how we could improve. The Team at Travel Life Vacations
The house was beautiful and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook. Pool area was stunning. Bedrooms were comfortable and clean. Loved our stay, will be back!
We were very pleased with the home and the amenities provided. Great location to the beach and various restaurants. The host was super responsive to calls, texts and e-mails. Would highly recommend this property for your stay in Destin, Fl. Hope to stay there again.
The space was perfect, the kitchen had everything we needed, the bedrooms and bathrooms were as nice as pictured. We all really enjoyed the outdoor spaces and the view was amazing. Overall this vacation was perfect!!!
Shannon C.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
Thank you so much, Shannon!! We were so happy to have you! :)
Beautiful property with even better owners! I would rent this place again without thinking twice about it! Great communication with owners & perfect location.
Loved the location of the property. Close to everything our family needed which gave us more time to spend together.
House was beautiful. Owners were easy to communicate with and were very accommodating! We would definitely stay again!
Perfect location, golf cart, pool, and beautiful views! House had several issues. Host did their best to address most urgent bathroom issues and response was quick-but we mostly dealt with the rest rather than complaining/taking valuable beach time. The two steps down to living room, curved staircase (varying width of steps), and decor (small rocks on the floor) are not kid friendly.
This house is very spacious so you aren’t on top of each other. There were 9 of us, 3 were kids. The pool is a good size for beach properties and the view of the lake is great!
This was our first time to Destin, 1st VRBO and 1st family vacation with our grandsons. The home and location was perfect for 7 adults and 2 little boys. Sara and Carlos were very accommodating and always responded to us immediately. We loved the lake view, quiet area and short walk to the beach. We can’t wait to return!
Beautiful home and great location. We enjoyed having the pool right there and being close to the beach as well. We were happy with all the amenities provided. Kitchen was stocked well for making meals and beds were quite comfortable. Host communicated well and was very responsive. I would highly recommend. This was our first visit to Destin and we hope to return and stay here again!
If you’re looking to rest and relax, this is the perfect spot. Whether it’s by the pool, relaxing at the dock staring at the lake, or a 5 minute walk to the beach - this location has it all.
Sara was so friendly and welcoming & always quick to respond to questions.
We rented a golf cart, but it definitely wasn’t necessary as the Crab Trap is right across from the neighborhood entrance.
Definitely want to return back to Destin and can’t think of a better place to stay!
Overall nice place! Few things were not completed before we arrived, which was a little frustrating, but the management company was very timely to get them fixed. Young man apologized that they were not taken care of before we arrived. A few more amenities could be provided for two weeks stay. Some construction going on next door and across the pond, but no fault of rental.Neighborhood is great, very close to the beach, few close by restaurants you can walk too. I would recommend.
First time to Destin and we will be back! The house was wonderful but even better was Sara! So responsive to everything we needed. The house is more spacious than si anticipated. We had 9 people and had plenty of room. Beach is right outside the neighborhood so not much to walk however you may want to drive if your taking a lot of kids suff. Overall we will be back! Perfect house for what we like to do!
James H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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