Step into luxury living at Hakuna Matata in the exclusive beach community of Destiny West. With a spacious open floor plan, fully equipped kitchen, and three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, this home is designed for comfort and relaxation. Enjoy your private oasis featuring a screened porch, outdoor patio with dining table and chairs, fenced-in backyard with an outdoor shower perfect for post-beach relaxation.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10216 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Welcome to Hakuna Matata, where coastal elegance meets relaxed beach living in the exclusive gated community of Destiny West. Perfectly positioned along Scenic 98, this beautifully appointed home offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and convenience — just moments from James Lee Park and The Crab Trap.
Designed with both entertaining and unwinding in mind, Hakuna Matata features a spacious open-concept layout that brings everyone together while still offering private retreats throughout.
Refined Interior Living
The fully equipped chef’s kitchen showcases premium stainless-steel appliances, including a KitchenAid built-in ice maker — perfect for filling coolers before beach days or mixing evening cocktails. The open flow between kitchen, dining, and living spaces creates a bright, welcoming atmosphere ideal for family gatherings and relaxed evenings.
Bedroom Accommodations
Bedroom 1 – First Floor Primary Suite King bed with private en-suite bath featuring a sleek walk-in shower.
Bedroom 2 – Second Floor Bunk Suite Two twin-over-queen bunks, private en-suite bath with jetted tub, and television. Designed for both kids and adults to enjoy.
Bedroom 3 – Second Floor King Suite King bed, private en-suite bath, and television for added comfort.
Outdoor Oasis
Step into your private fenced backyard retreat featuring:
• Outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach days • BBQ grill for evening cookouts • Twinkling café lights for relaxed outdoor dining • Comfortable space to gather and unwind
Exclusive Perks
6-Passenger Golf Cart Cruise to the beach or explore Scenic 98 in style. A beach wagon is included for added convenience. The golf cart must remain in the garage and plugged in when not in use.
Fun Pass Included Your stay includes one complimentary activity per day, per guest.
November–February • Urban Air Adventure Park • Baytowne Wharf Adventure Zone • Golf at select courses
March–October • All winter activities plus • Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise • The Gulfarium
Destiny West Community Amenities
Just a short walk from the home, enjoy access to:
• Community pool and hot tub • Clubhouse with fitness center • Tennis courts • Basketball goal
Prime Destin Location
Hakuna Matata places you near some of Destin’s most beloved attractions, dining, and conveniences — all just minutes away.
Convenient Details
• Off-street parking for up to three vehicles • Local management team for responsive, personalized service
Property Guidelines
• Trash: Green lid (regular trash) Tuesday and Friday; Yellow lid (recycling) Tuesday. Place bins curbside the night before pickup. • No smoking inside the property • Check-in: 4:00 PM CST • Check-out: 10:00 AM CST • Primary renter must be 25 or older • No parties or events without prior approval
Hakuna Matata offers refined comfort, gated community exclusivity, golf cart convenience, and prime beach access — creating the perfect setting for a carefree and unforgettable Destin getaway.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 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
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
About the area
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Visit our Destin travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
36 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K
4 min drive
El Jalisco Destin
5 min drive
Crab Trap Destin
9 min walk
Kenny D's
2 min drive
Cracker Barrel
4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach House~Golf Cart~Walk 2 Beach~Sleeps 10~Community Pool~Tennis~Gym located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Our stay was absolutely perfect. This house had everything we would need. A walk to the beach. It had all our beach accessories, chairs and beach toys, towels to a very much needed golf cart. Manager was always available. Cleanest place we have ever stayed. Definitely plan to go back
Very Impressive vacation home! Very close to the beach with a very useful golf cart. Community pool is just steps away. Very clean house. Highly recommend
The management of the property was superb, always available for questions and good energy to make sure our stay was great. All amenities were to the standard mentioned and photos extremely accurate. Very often you see photos and get swayed into something that's worse than what's shown, but this was definitely not the case.
This home could not have been more perfect! Photos are spot on. The home was clean and well stocked. Owner was very fast at responding to questions. We had no issues. The golf cart was a little trickier to drive than others I have rented in the past - steering was very tight but manageable.
Everything about the house was beautiful. Couldn’t have asked for a better location being minutes away from the beach whether walking or driving in the golf cart. Plenty of shopping near by as well.
The only negative was not being able to figure out the living room tv. It wasn’t important enough to contact host since we spent most of our time enjoying the beach. When I did contact the host for other things, she responded quickly.
Will definitely stay again!
The property location was outstanding being only a quarter mile from the beach, the home was beautiful and was supplied with beach items, cooking items, cleaning items, etc. The golf cart was the most convenient part of the trip, being able to bring the golf cart to the beach or to the grocery store was great! Unless we wanted to go into town we did not ever have to use our vehicles. We had 11 people on our trip and we had plenty of space for everyone and had the best time. Mrs. Renda was a great host and was very easy to get a hold of. I hope to stay at the same place next time I go back to Destin!
This place is perfect!!! They thought of absolutely everything we needed. Short walk to the beach or quick 2 minute golf cart ride. Plenty of golf cart parking at the beach at the crap trap. There is a garage full of beach toys, beach cart, 2 body boards, nets, beach chairs, beach towels. Everything. Great beds/linens. Keurig AND regular coffee pot. Short walk/cart ride to dining. We will definitely be back!!!
Megan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vicki B.
18 Aug 2025
Destin Beach Vacation
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 house, location, management & amenities were outstanding. We were able to get an early check-in which was really nice!! I would definitely stay here again. The golf cart & beach accessories made it very easy with the kids.
But, terribly unreliable internetTV unwatchable, internet access for email like a 3rd world country
Robert L.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deidra B.
1 Jun 2025
Yearly Family Vacation
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:
Every year we stay in Destiny West. This home is beautiful. Fits our family needs perfectly. This house is well stocked and of course golf cart was a great addition. No complaints at all. We plan on making this our go to house for our annual family vacation. Thank you for sharing your beauty home.