Upgraded 5th Flr Pelican Beach Resort -1 bedroom - On the beach-

Destin, Florida
$234 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
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Bath 2

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Sleep 6

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Gorgeous 5th-floor beachfront condo at Pelican Beach Resort with unobstructed Gulf views from the living room, kitchen, dining area, and private balcony. Fully upgraded, brand-new kitchen, and stylish furniture. Bunk beds include personal flat-screen TVs. Enjoy breathtaking sunrise and sunsets, high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs and beach chairs with umbrella. Pelican Beach guests return year after year—come see why!

5th floor has the optimum views of sun, beach and ocean. The views from the balcony is breathtaking.

​Discover the ultimate beachfront escape at Pelican Beach Resort in Destin, Florida. Our updated one-bedroom condominiums offer the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and breathtaking Gulf views, making them ideal for couples, families, or anyone seeking a serene coastal retreat.​

Situated directly on the sugar-white sands of Destin, Pelican Beach Resort provides immediate access to the Ocean. No roads to cross—just step out of your condo and onto the beach. Enjoy panoramic views of the emerald waters from your private balcony, where you can watch dolphins play and savor stunning sunrises and sunsets.

Surrounded by ocean views, this thoughtfully decorated condo offers all the comforts of home—including built-in USB ports for added convenience. As a family-operated rental, we personally manage the property, ensuring you receive attentive, personalized service throughout your stay.
Guests proceed directly to the unit using their assigned door code and may check in any time after 4 PM on the day of arrival, with no set deadline.

💛 Family-Owned with Personal Touches
We manage this condo ourselves and treat it like our own vacation home. You’ll find it clean, stocked with thoughtful extras, and supported by fast communication. Whether you're working remotely, relaxing by the water, or exploring the resort, we want your stay to be unforgettable.

Pelican Beach Resort Highlights:
Direct beachfront location — no roads to cross
Three outdoor pools (one zero-entry) + one indoor heated pool
Two hot tubs, kiddie pool
Seasonal Tiki Bar (March–October) and on-site café
Fitness center with sauna/steam room
Tennis and pickleball courts, arcade, gas grills
24/7 front desk and security
Private beach access with seasonal beach service

Inside Your Unit:
Sleeps 6 comfortably (king bed, hallway bunks, queen sleeper sofa -additional guest fees apply after 4 guests)
2 full bathrooms
Stainless steel kitchen appliances + full cookware
High-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs with HD cable
Keurig + drip coffee maker (bring your coffee/filters)
Keyless entry
Pack n' Play for your little one.

Other Essentials:
Free covered parking on-site
Laundry room (coin/credit card operated) located next to elevators on every floor
No smoking inside condo or on balcony (designated smoking areas only)
No pets (HOA rule)
No military/other discounts (last-minute specials already built into rates)
A $300 credit card authorization is placed one day before check-in (hold only, not a charge)
Age and party size are verified at resort check-in, where guests receive parking passes and/or resort wristbands.

Check-in/Check-out:
Check-in: After 4:00 PM (no lobby stop—go straight to your condo with the provided door code)
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Early arrivals may register at Reception to get parking passes and wristbands and enjoy resort amenities while awaiting unit access.

Beach Service Info:
March–October, beach vendor rentals available (personal umbrellas/chairs not allowed in front of rental rows). Contact info provided for advance reservations of 1st or 2nd-row seats.

If booking through VRBO/HomeAway/Expedia, reservation must be completed on that platform.

Location, Location!
Walk to Big Kahuna's Water Park
Short drive to Destin Harbor Boardwalk for waterfront dining, shopping, and excursions

Need different dates or different units
We have other similar units available — VRBO listing numbers available at the end of the full description!
Here are all our VRBO listing numbers in the area in case this unit does not show availability (you may search in VRBO by entering the listing numbers)

Sandestin Resort: 469110, 771093,1762435, 219528, 2344185, 2471052, 2398905, 2228519, 2256563, 2376052
Pelican Beach Resort: 959152, 1046285, 1345153, 1616763, 2202282, 4241934,1306907 (2 bedroom), 2139635 (2 bedroom)
Waterscape Resort: 998129, 1182489, 1403301, 1573895, 1814121, 2136915, 3673493
Majestic Sun - Seascape Resort: 1274713, 4241933

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 873 Sq Ft (81 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Indoor Pool Private Pool Sauna Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Park Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces Elevator Front Entrance Ramp If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Pool Access Ramp On Site Pool Hoist On Site Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Pool Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Mark

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    It was calm quiet. Room was nice with a good view. Great food close. Beach was nice and clean. Didn’t like how if you weren’t a paying customer for a beach chair the whole front row of beach was off limits for lawn chairs and setups. Like a money grab paying customers for the condos should have same access to beachfront. Especially with the beach chairs lined the whole property front. Overall great stay. Would recommend to others.

  • Submitted Sep 6, 2019

    Stayed Sep 1, 2019

    Our condo had an excellent view of the beach and gulf. Our condo was very clean and quite large. The staff was always polite and helpful. Pelican Beach is easy access to the Highway with lots of great activities and dining accessible. Would highly recommend staying here and this will be our go to place in Destin going forward

  • Bill E.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2026

    Stayed Jun 25, 2026

    unit was clean, the view was great. elevator service was spotty and needs to be improved. If I was a tenant I would complain. Loud radios and drinking alcohol at (and in) the pool should be policed better by the host. I don't think concert volume music of any sort is needed in this environment Easy access to amenities and food was something we liked (delivery on the beach). All in all a good trip...nice facility.. would return.

  • Emily S.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2026

    Stayed Jun 17, 2026

    This was a wonderful property. Beautiful beach view. The kitchen was well equipped with what you need. The kids loved the bunkbeds. Definitely would stay again!

  • Kelly F.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2026

    Stayed Jun 6, 2026

    Pelican Beach is located in the heart of Destin and has restaurants, grocery stores, and entertainment nearby. The property is challenging to make a left out of or into at times, so be patient. They do a nice job of checking reservations and ensuring that only registered guests are on site. Note- if you don’t like plastic wristbands, this is not the place for you. Tufan communicates efficiently and often and provided very thorough information. The unit had everything you could need, except I could not locate scissors. I felt the decor could have been better coordinated (with a more consistent beach theme), which would have made it feel more updated. The pictures have been lightened up so it’s a bit deceiving in the advertisement. However, the freezer does make ice and the memory foam mattress was very comfortable!!

  • Sarah W.

    Submitted May 31, 2026

    Stayed May 26, 2026

    The view was great.

  • Sarah S.

    Submitted May 23, 2026

    Stayed May 17, 2026

    The room was clean and check in process easy. The host was incredibly responsive and detailed. Would stay again.

  • jackie p.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 12, 2026

    Everything was great are host was amazing

  • Kizzy C.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 7, 2026

    We absolutely loved staying at this property. The views are beautiful. You will not regret it. Just book it, and thank me later! Tufan was a great host and assisted me along the way with any questions that I had. He was always prompt responding . My husband and I really enjoyed our 5 night stay at this beautiful property.

  • Caprisha S.

    Submitted May 1, 2026

    Stayed Apr 26, 2026

    Property was very clean, everything was exactly described. Host communicated well and provided options for things to do. Absolutely loved the view it’s truly beachfront!!! Perfect location from elevators. Very very clean. Kitchen had everything you need, we didn’t cook or anything but if you want to the kitchen is fully stocked including a blender and toaster as well. We will definately be coming back. Great amenities, great stay!!

  • Leslie Y.

    Submitted Apr 18, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    Tufan communicated with us throughout the stay. The condo was beautiful and clean just like the photos. The view is absolutely breathtaking and you couldn’t ask for more. Dolphins every morning with your coffee. I loved it so much I cried when we left. Will definitely be going back.

  • Kathleen N.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2026

    Stayed Apr 7, 2026

    Great view. Well appointed accommodation.

  • Nick L.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    The host was very good to deal with, and the property was as described. It's a great spot in Destin, the beaches are really nice. Onsite the property has alot to offer and the staff was friendly. It's a good spot we will probably come back too.

  • Dani F.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    This unit was great for a family of 4. The unit itself was clean and had the necessities to get you started for a day or two. The entire complex was more than we expected. Everyone that works there were extremely friendly. Anything you need is within a few minutes. Tiki bar and cafe onsite was so convenient with Beach service as all! We rented umbrellas on the beach and it was definitely worth it. We purchased bodyboards for our kids and left them there for future guests. Tufan was in constant contact with us and gave lots of helpful links for stuff in the area! He is an excellent host. No complaints about our stay! We will be back again!!

  • Andie L.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2026

    Stayed Mar 15, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay at Pelican Beach Resort hosted by Tufan. From the start, communication was clear, prompt, and helpful, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free.The condo was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. It had everything we needed for a relaxing beach getaway, and the views were absolutely beautiful. The location was perfect, with easy access to the beach and close to great dining and activities in Destin.Tufan was an excellent host—attentive, responsive, and genuinely committed to making sure we had a great experience. Any questions we had were answered quickly, and we really appreciated the attention to detail.We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Destin!

  • Duane P.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2026

    Stayed Mar 11, 2026

    Need to improve the quality of the sheets.

  • Linda G.

    Submitted Mar 4, 2026

    Stayed Feb 28, 2026

    Great views and the resort was great!

  • Janet B.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    Tufan was a great host. The views are gorgeous here, condo very nice. We would stay here again!

  • PeteAllissa S.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 2026

    Great communication with the host. Beautiful condo with amazing views! We can't wait to visit again.

  • Fulton T.

    Submitted Feb 8, 2026

    Stayed Feb 1, 2026

    All was as advertised. Clean. Well stocked. Great view. No negative surprises. Plenty of communication.

  • Will C.

    Submitted Jan 24, 2026

    Stayed Jan 16, 2026

    It was very clean and the views were great

  • Jon B.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2026

    Stayed Jan 11, 2026

    All was great! Best location in Destin!!

  • Jamie M.

    Submitted Dec 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 3, 2025

    Clean room. Easy walk to the beach. Toddler enjoyed the indoor pool

  • Angie C.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Nov 30, 2025

    Very easy to contact host. Close to everything beautiful view.

  • shirley s.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    Condo has nice appearance and it was very convenient to have two bathrooms. Easy check-in process and it is comforting to have someone at the downstairs desk in case you have questions. Beautiful view from the balcony. Easy to find Local and National news as well as Sports and favorite shows on TV with the information provided by the owner

  • Thomas C.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Oct 25, 2025

    Great place clean overlooking beach a little noisy grounds well cared for would recommend and go back

  • Becca R.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    This was our first trip to Destin and we definitely picked the right condo to stay in! Very clean, beautiful ocean view, and comfortable beds. We loved that we could be down at the beach in a matter of a few minutes. Tufan provided great information up front with all needed information for our stay as well as good info on nearby places for our family to check out.

  • Deb S.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Room was clean! View was beautiful! Everything as advertised! Communication and the process was great! Would highly recommend this unit and we’d love to come back again!

  • David B.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    Perfect beach view Condo was excellent Resort pools were also excellent Great communication with owner

  • Belinda S.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    The view from our balcony was so beautiful. The condo was clean, comfortable, exactly what was pictured. Had all the convenience we needed for the beach, like an umbrella, chairs, cooler. Kitchen was well stocked just bring food. Tufan is an exceptional host.. 5 Star. Communication was perfect.

  • janet t.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    Beautiful beachfront condo. Met all of our needs very informative host.

  • Brian C.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    This property was extremely nice. It was clean, well stocked for the kitchen, and with an amazing view. To be quite honest, if I was a multi millionaire I would try to buy the property! Tufan was a responsive host who made sure you were happy with everything. A true class act! I would definitely stay there again!

  • Tripp R.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Great location. Great facilitities. Great beach. Great overall experience.

  • James M B.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Outstanding. The property was very clean and comfortable. Being centrally located to restaurants and outdoor adventures was a major plus. I highly recommend the 3 hour crab island tour. Our host was very gracious, and always making sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely book another stay in the near future

  • Cyndee F.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Great place, location, stunning views and close to great restaurants. We will definitely be back!

  • Ann A.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Condo was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Wonderful communication with host!

  • Sheila B.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    The room was wonderful with a beautiful view!

  • Michele D.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Excellent experience. The condo is in great shape and had everything we needed. Amazing views and great communication with the owner. Highly recommend!

  • Kay R.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Ir was great we had a great time

  • Quincy W.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    Had a great time, place is awesome. Location is great. Many fantastic food options within walking distance!

  • Victoria C.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    The condo was just as described. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and at the beach. All three pools were exceptional. The cafe located at the resort was convenient and very tasty. Owner’s communication was above and beyond any VRBO we’ve ever stayed at before including the previous time we stayed at pelican beach resort.

  • Marcy H.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Ocean view, very clean, good parking, and the host is a great communicator! We really enjoyed our time in this beautiful unit. Thank you!

  • David S.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    We enjoyed this property very much. It was very clean and exactly as advertised.

  • Diane D.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    The property and ocean front location was amazing ! Turfan was great to work with. The only thing that we didn’t like was the beach chairs and not being able to sit closer to the beach. For that reason only we would not book the Pelican again. Choosing either to be four rows back or on top of the next group was not good!

  • timmy p.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed May 3, 2025

    Sinks and tub drained very slowly. Water did not get very hot. Bedroom mattress was very uncomfortable . Location of unit was great.

  • William B.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed Apr 28, 2025

    Nicely decorated. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable memory foam bed. Plenty of space to relax. Outstanding view overlooking the gulf. No issues at all. Great communication with the owner. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Carly K.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 20, 2025

    The condo was beautiful, clean and had everything we needed. Our boys loved the bunk beds with the TVs and our King size bed was very comfortable. The view was perfect from our balcony and we were able to see dolphins on our last morning there. So many great restaurants and stores within a mile or 2 of Pelican Beach, so we never had to venture far. Our boys, 8 and 10, swam in every pool and had the best time! We will most definitely be back!

  • robert f.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Great time great Location love the beach bar

  • Crystal P.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    My family went away for spring break. We had an amazing time. The beach is beautiful and the pool was great for the kids. We were walking distance from shops and food and a 10 min ride from the harbor and restaurants. The condo was clean and exactly what was pictured. We enjoyed the chairs Provided. We would come back in the future.

  • Resa E.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    The condo is as pictured - comfy with a beautiful view. Tufan was very responsive to my questions and feedback. We loved being able to walk downstairs and be out on the beach, and the condo is close to the Harborwalk, restaurants, the Ice Cream Shoppe, and other shopping. Definitely recommend!!!

  • Kimberly S.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    We booked for the weekend and everything was as expected. This is our third stay at the Pelican. Would recommend for a getaway or family vacation.

  • Mickie H.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 8, 2025

    Wonderful location clean and great views for Sunrise and Sunset. Great communication with Host. Pool areas were wonderful. Beautiful beaches and great restaurant I would recommend Merlins pizza and the fresh seafood at Blalocks. Fun day at Destin Harbor.

  • Aaron B.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 4, 2025

    Loved the resort it was much better than expected we will definitely put at the top when we return.

  • Neil A.

    Submitted Jan 17, 2025

    Stayed Jan 11, 2025

    From checking to check out very nice visit. Will return

  • max b.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    This is a good unit. There is an older re-do and some thought has been made with an eye towards the beach condo experience and making you feel at home. Biggest issue is the master bedroom plantation shutters need to be fixed so that the light does not come beaming in at night. Nice place though!

  • Dan A.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    Everything was fine but a little tired property

  • Tim R.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2024

    Stayed Nov 3, 2024

    Host very helpful. Condo has decent gym and great pools and on excellent walking beach

  • Mark H.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    It was a great trip, they had everything we needed. It was perfect for 2 adults and 3 children. Beds were comfortable and we never ran out of hot water for showers.

  • Jana H.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    Property manager was super quick with communication and happy to answer questions. Condo was very clean and comfortable! Kitchen was stocked nicely. A new set of pots and pans would be a great purchase! A few 3M hooks in the shower would be awesome for hanging suits to dry. Maybe a crate on the deck to leave a few beach toys? Overall we will definitely book again if our dates work out!

  • Dominick G.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    Location and view was beautiful! Upon entering the unit, there was a very strong odor of bleach and overall wasn’t as clean as we would have liked.

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