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Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool

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Escape to Southern Sands Destin, a welcoming beach house in the heart of Crystal Beach. Unwind by the private, heated pool or enjoy outdoor dining on the deck with festive LED lights that bring your backyard to life at night.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14277 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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.

Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets

Southern Sands Destin:
Stay in this welcoming beach house that is a block to beach access, dining and shopping. Walk to Camille's for breakfast, lunch or dinner - live music on weekends. Explore Destin Commons for dining, shopping and events, less than 1 mile.

This 5-bedroom house has a private, heated pool and dining deck that you can enjoy with your family and friends. The huge backyard with a private pool that lights up at night, 2 masters, four kings & foosball/games - we've got everything you need for a great vacation!

Many upgrades that include the following: 2 primary bathrooms, bathroom on upper floor, LP flooring throughout, festive outdoor LED lights over the dining deck and the pool (brings the backyard to life at night).

ABOUT THE HOUSE:
You will love the wrap-around porch, many balconies/porches, grilling/dining deck, plus private/heated pool. The large backyard and pool will provide the place to relax and unwind outdoors with your family and friends.

Inside the home, the main level has a comfortable living area for your guests to enjoy. It provides an open concept living area with foosball in the game area, comfortable television viewing area, games/puzzles/cards, and book nook. The kitchen has a center island/breakfast bar and dining area The kitchen door leads directly to the outdoors to a huge backyard for relaxing, swimming, grilling, and dining.
You will find 5 bedrooms, each with televisions, and three have private balconies.

BEDROOMS:
BR #1 Primary king bedroom with bathroom suite, balcony, sleeps 2
BR #2 King bedroom with bathroom suite, sleeps 2
BR #3 King bed with balcony, sleeps 2
BR #4 King bed with balcony, sleeps 2
BR #5 Bunk room with 4 twins, sleeps 4
Additional: Queen sofa bed, sleeps 2

BATHROOMS:

Bath #1 Primary suite with updated shower & glass door, double sinks, tub, and toilet
Bath #2 2nd bathroom suite with updated shower, sink, and toilet
Bath #3 Shower, sink, & toilet
Bath #4 Bathroom, shower with tile to ceiling, glass door, double sinks, and toilet
Bath #5 Half bath on main with sink & toilet

HOUSE AMENITIES:
• Fenced backyard to enjoy with private pool (28" X 17"), and LED lights at night around the pool and dining deck (Oct to May - ask for the rate to heat the pool).
• Hard surface LP flooring throughout the house
• Bathroom on third floor, 2 primary bath suites updated with glass door showers and tile to the ceiling, new counters and sinks
• Jimmy Buffet outdoor deck for grilling & dining that overlooks the pool.
• Florida style front porch to hang out and relax.
• The wraparound porch begins at the front, and leads to the backyard.
• Fenced and private backyard oasis.
• Outdoor shower with foot washing station
• Two outdoor storage chests with beach gear/pool floats and toys for you to use during your stay. The house provides the following: chairs, mats, floats, noodles, boards, buckets, shovels & more.
• Game zone has foosball, card table for games, puzzles, cards, chess and more
• 5 bedrooms - 4 kings, 4 singles (bunk beds), sofa bed & pack-n-play
• Two master bedrooms with attached, bath ensuites
• Large family room with comfortable seating & television
• Book nook in the reading area
• Desk area for laptop and charging station
• Stocked kitchen with all necessities for cooking and eating meals at a vacation home.
• Kitchen has solid surface counters, center island/breakfast bar with extra seating
• Parking on the driveway
• Three private balconies that are attached to bedrooms, second and third floors
• Televisions in each bedroom and living area - with Roku
• Tankless water heater for endless hot showers
• Central air & additional mini-splits in the 4th and 5th bedrooms
• Washer and dryer
• Bunk room to sleep 4
• Smoke-free inside the home, smoking permitted outside
• All linens and bath towels provided.
• Pool towels & beach mats provided
• Starter supplies: toilet paper, trash bags, paper towels, soap and shampoo.
• Dogs are only allowed on case by case basis, with a dog fee.
• Golf cart rental available, 6-person

THE BEACH:
There are many options to arrive at the sugar white sand and emerald green waters. You have various beach accesses just one block away, a short walk from the house - use beach cart, or rent the golf cart. Public beach is close by with extra parking, showers, bathhouse, restaurant and shaded picnic areas.

THE AREA:
The home is located in the desirable Crystal Beach, a beach house neighborhood in Destin, it has the best of both worlds. It is a quaint beach house community that is very close to many activities such as; shopping, dining, fishing, boating, golfing and etc.. Also, it is the ideal community for walking, biking, and jogging on the paved path along the streets to the beach.

Visit Crab Island, Destin Commons, Harbor Walk, Okaloosa Pier, Gulfarium, Baytowne Wharf, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Big Kahuna Water Park, dining, shopping, biking, golfing and more - or just relax at the beach and pool.

The area is loved for some of the best fishing in the world, Destin is known as the "World's luckiest Fishing Village". During the month of October, the Fisherman's Rodeo and Seafood Festival are very popular.

There are many activities within minutes of our home. When you arrive, you will find the "House book" with information about things to do, dining options and etc. Many restaurants and activities nearby

Check out other 5B, VRBO properties:
OceanRetreatVilla #1667191 ,5b located in a gated community of Destiny East, with amazing salt-water private pool/spa and lots of extra amenities, walking distance

BeachWalkRetreat #2308626, completely renovated 5b, 6b with salt-water pool & spa, 3 houses to the beach access, in Crystal Beach.

Come during the Destin Fishing Rodeo, October 1st-31st!!! The Seafood Festival is the first weekend of the month. And, enjoy the amazing sunsets, directly over the ocean.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside house and patio only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,980 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please complete the rental agreement to confirm your booking. Golf cart rentals are available on request.
We allow dogs, they must be crated when left alone, with a daily cleaning fee of $50 per day to cover extra cleaning.
October to April, you can request to heat the pool with a daily charge (covers gas and electric).

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pet must be crated when left in the house alone.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love to have kids.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside house and patio only

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 4 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin Commons - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pazzo Italiano Destin - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to beach, private, heated pool, 2 masters, 3 balconies, golf cart, pets located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

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9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

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

Southern Sands Destin

This was the perfect place for our family. From the Grandparents down to our youngest grandchild of 1.5 years old, everyone was comfortable and had a great stay. Especially for me as a Grandpa getting to watch the kids play, the house had everything we wanted
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pam F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay, house was perfect size for our family, walk to beach wasn’t bad only issue was areas of the home were not clean, but other than that it was great. Jan was very quick to answer questions, and nice to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyman D.

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

Great location

Great property, we wil be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C., Chicago

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

Place was great. Very happy. Will stay again.

Great property. Was very clean and owners were very thoughtful, and communication was great. Couldn't be happier. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby G., Knoxville, TN

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

Perfect Location

Jan was great at communicating and the house was exactly as advertised! We loved the pool area and grilling outside during our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Family Fun

Jan was great and very detailed and responsive. Location is excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

Wonderful Property

Excellent host. So responsive to any question we had. I highly recommend this property. The pool was fabulous. We will definitely book again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Loved the house

Would stay here again . Can't wait to return we all enjoyed our stay. The owner is amazing. She responds very quickly to any emails or text.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

M S.

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

FAMILY VACA

Great home for family. We had 3 couples, 1 single and 2 kids, six and four. Bedrooms enough for our family, and each had their own bathroom. It was wonderful. The best part was the back yard! Nice pool and great set up for outdoor dining. We went swimming day and evening. Kitchen & living room were fine for our evening gatherings. Need to put a picture of the spiral staircase to 3rd floor on VRBO as we were surprised when we got the house info a week before arrival. This may present a problem for anyone who's not mobile enough to climb the stairs. Jan was attentive, and answered any questions we had promptly.. Can't speak highly enough of her. Overall...great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Family Vacation 2023

We loved the house. Jan T was fabulous!! Great location. Gorgeous weather! All in all, it was a perfect trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniele H.

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

Great vacation!

Great location & perfect house to accommodate 10 of us. The pool was perfect for all of us to enjoy & relax! Jan was also great to work with, she was available at any point if we needed something! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terria N.

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

Memorial Day vacation

Our family enjoyed the house. It was very clean. Jan was excellent with all our needs. We will definitely reserve this house again if available. Also the location was perfect!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Amazing

Very clean and very nice neighborhood. Excellent communication with owner. Everything was as it said it was. Front porch very inviting and peaceful. Beautiful backyard and pool… getting back and forth to beach was great with golf cart. Easy walk as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

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

Wonderful place.

Our host Jan was very pleasant and communicative and her place was perfect for our family vacation. Close to the beach and a very unique house and floor plan. Great pool too, with a nice, wrap around porch. We all had a blast and will remember this one as special. Thank you Jan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A.

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

Family Getaway

Our stay was phenomenal, from the rental contract to communication with Jan, the accuracy of the property description. We had a ball and will definitely be renting again. Jan is amazing answered all of our questions and made this one the best vacations we have done. The property is perfect for all age ranges, spacious, and stocked with more amenities than you can imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita C.

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

Family vacation

Awesome experience. Family oriented. House was beautiful, pool was great. Golf course was a plus. Family really enjoyed it. Jan the owner was very nice and was always prompt with any questions we had. Would definitely love to come back someday for another family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jackie N.

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

5 star experience

We had an amazing stay at Southern Sands! From the moment we booked, Jan was attentive and extremely informative. The home was clean and within walking distance to the beach. The pool was a big hit for the kids and adults and was stocked with rafts and other various pool toys! We rarely went out for dinner because of the comfort of the home. I’m sure we will be back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great group trip.

Took my diverse aged office staff to Destin as a thank you for their hard work. The house was wonderful. It even better than the pics. The pool and back yard was great especially on days when the little kids in our group were worn out from time at the beach. The rooms were clean and spacious. The kitchen was able to accommodate all of our needs. Great property and would def stay here again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryon P.

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

Destin Vacation

The house is beautiful and fit our needs. The location is great as the house is in a quiet neighborhood and close to beach. Used the golf cart but it had little power as it needs new batteries. Jan was great to work with and resolved any problems that came up
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Perfect home/location for family vacation

Great, well equipped property for a family vacation with kids. The pool was excellent, clean and we loved how the house was set up with pool toys and floats, loungers, etc. Layout of the house was nice and we had everything we needed. Jan was excellent to work with, and we appreciated her clear and thorough communication. Great location for access to the beach. We rented the golf cart and enjoyed using it to cruise the neighborhood and shuttle back and forth to the beach. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

William W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Vacation 2020

We would definitely stay here again! No major issues through our stay. Jan was attentive to our needs, informative of Destin’s entertainment options and restaurants. The home is located within close proximity of the beach. Enjoyed the golf cart for short trips. The accommodations were comfortable. The pool was great and kept the entire family entertained. Want to thank you again, Jan, we had a great time !! Jan W
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Destin Holiday

Jan and Jim were fantastic! Our communication was great. When an unexpected problem with the water heater came up they were on it right away and even made one of their other properties available for showers and a hot tub while the water heater was repaired. The house was perfect for our family of 11. Would definitely consider this home again or another place hosted by Jan.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tom U.

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

Relaxing week in Destin

Great location with plenty of room for our group of 11. The beach is extremely close (and walkable) but would recommend renting the golf cart as it made getting to/from the beach much easier. House could probably use a little more maintenance to ensure it matches the quality shown in the pictures although there was quick response when we needed to call for more immediate maintenance needs. Pool is decent sized but not "huge."
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Vacation

The house was great we had a wonderful time. The owner was very quick to respond to any issues. The only complaint I have is it’s listed with a heated pool but that was an extra cost. It should be listed heated pool optional cost. Otherwise great location plenty of room. The grandkids were in the pool all day and it was very close to the beach. I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

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

Great Property & Excellent Host

This property was as described. We loved the outside area. Plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen and rest of the home were fully stocked with everything we needed. The beach was just a short walk away and we were very close to everything ...shopping, groceries, etc. The owner, Jan, was amazing and by far the most proactive host I've ever encountered. She was super helpful and the house was very organized. Another guest who also owns house rentals commented on how impressed he was at her local information & home book / binder. She made sure that we did not have a single question upon arrival and she checked in periodically while we were staying there which was nice. We will definitely recommend this rental to others. Thank you Jan for making our stay a great one!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024