Destin's Emerald Towers #1302, affectionately known as Salty Smile, offers a luxurious retreat with stunning views of the Gulf. The 13th-floor condo features a renovated kitchen and wet bar, perfect for entertaining while taking in the sunsets from your balcony. With easy elevator access and luxe toiletries provided, this beachfront property is ideal for families or friends traveling together.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8105 sq m
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1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach!
"Salty Smile" | Stunning beach condo with best views! Emerald Towers #1302 / Destin
This property is presented by Beach Stays Vacations – we are thrilled to host your beach vacation! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Salty Smile" Highlights: - Sleeps up to 8 guests in luxe comfort and style - 1 king sized GULF FRONT bedroom suite - Guest suite with a queen bed + twin bunks for the kids! - Sofa sleeper - Stunning views from the balcony - Renovated kitchen + wet bar with extra ice machine - Perfect 13th floor location with easy elevator access
EAT - Perfectly remodeled kitchen with updated cabinetry, quartz counters, sleek stainless-steel appliances, large pantry, and washer/dryer in closet - Keurig and standard coffee pot for your morning coffee - Dining area with 4 chairs plus bench
DREAM - Spacious king bedroom suite with crisp white linens with ensuite bathroom featuring a large walk-in shower with glass doors, updated cabinetry, and quartz counter - Guest suite with queen + twin bunks (sized for the comfort, height, and weight of children only) with adjoining guest bathroom featuring a shower/tub combo with glass shower door, sea blue cabinetry, and quartz counter - Sofa sleeper
PLAY - Gulf front swimming pool - Fitness center - Private beach access - BBQ grills on site for guest use - Incredible gated and secure location smack dab in the center of Destin within a quick drive or walking distances of all your favorite restaurants and entertainment!
BEACH - Sun, Sand & Sea is on the onsite seasonal beach service provider – you can purchase beach sets and other beach items right on site. Just see the beach attendant at "The Hut" when you walk down to the beach!
EXTRAS - Luxe toiletries, freshly laundered linens, and fluffy white towels - Hair dryer, iron/board - We provide starter supplies of toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher tabs, laundry tabs, and trash bags. Once this supply runs out, you will need to purchase additional supplies. - In condo washer/dryer
YOUR HOSTS The Beach Stays Vacation team is a boutique hosting team - we are passionate about delivering a great guest experience alongside a sparkling clean and well-maintained property, and to help our guests have the dream vacation they have worked and saved for!
Our team includes Kristine, Kim, and Shelly - we are excited to welcome you to the beach! We are here for you to answer any questions or to help you choose the perfect property, just ask. As owners and hosts, we have a small collection of beautiful properties to choose from. Our team looks forward to helping you have a fun and stress-free vacation...we know the world is full of choices, thank you for choosing us!
ADDITIONAL - Free WiFi (not responsible for service disruptions). - PET FREE PROPERTY - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in IMMEDIATE EVICTION, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals. - Book with confidence – our condo is professionally cleaned and sanitized in between each guest - Check us out for property videos and itineraries of the Emerald Coast @beachstaysvacations
We are pleased to host several condos in the Emerald Towers Resort – please reach out if you would like more options or have other friends or family who would like to travel with you and stay in a great Beach Stays Vacations accommodation!
SPECIAL MONTHLY RENTAL RATE FOR WINTER 2025/2026 - $2,400.00/month plus taxes, damage waiver, resort fees & cleaning. For bookings longer than 1 month, monthly cleaning will be required which will also include a linen swap (to be paid by the guest). We will also provide mid-stay cleans and linen swaps for an additional fee.
SPECIAL WEEKLY RATE FOR WINTER - $800.00, plus taxes, damage waiver, resort fees & cleaning (except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Martin Luther King and President's Day holidays).
THE FINE PRINT
• Minimum Age: This property requires a minimum of one adult over the age of 25 stay at the property throughout the entire rental term. The primary guest is responsible for all additional guests. • Pet Free Property - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in immediate eviction, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals. • All reservations include a mandatory rental agreement to finalize your reservation that must be signed within 48 hours. All your arrival information will be included in this information for an easy and organized vacation experience! • CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 PM and CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 AM. You will be notified automatically on arrival day if the property is available for early arrival – fees may apply. • Easy self-check-in is available via the keypad on the front door - a personalized code will be in your arrival instructions at check in time. • Every reservation includes an accidental damage waiver for separate purchase or a security deposit hold – should any accidental damage occur during your stay, simply notify us as soon as you can and provide a photo. We will file the damage waiver and replace/repair before the next rental guests arrive! • We offer optional post booking travel insurance to protect your vacation investment – this will include trip cancellations and delays, medical conditions, hurricanes, and much more. • No smoking/vaping/drugs/firearms allowed in our condo or on the balcony • Max number of guests includes guests of all ages including infants/children to comply with our vacation rental permit, HOA laws, and local fire code laws. Exceeding the guest count is grounds for immediate eviction with no refund. • All guests booking through the Airbnb booking platform will be required to upload a valid ID for check-in purposes.
*Departure instructions – We don’t believe in long chore lists for our guests – you are here to relax! Before your departure, all we ask is that our guests remove all trash and food and start the dishwasher with any remaining dishes. This small list allows our professional housekeeping team to clean and sanitize the condo during our short rental turn in time for our next guests. We appreciate you!
All bookings will be processed by "Beach Stays Vacations" - VRBO will process their booking site fee separately.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
A completed and signed rental agreement must be completed by guest.
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released 7 days after checkout, provided there are no deductions.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the area
Destin, FL
What's nearby
Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Henderson Beach State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Henderson Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
The Back Porch - 12 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 5 min walk
Subway - 6 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does 1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is 1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1302 | Luxe Beach Condo Smack Dab on the Beach! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, Destin Harbor Boardwalk and Miramar Beach. Indian Bayou Golf Club and Morgan Sports Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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