5-Star Reviews - On the Beach - Hot Tub - Destiny by the Sea Gated Community

Destin, Florida
$1577 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 16

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Home Highlights:
* Gulf front
* Hot tub on deck overlooking the beach!
* Gulf views!
* Balconies!
* Walking distance to the community pool and hot tub
* Elevator
* Fully stocked kitchen
* Outdoor grill
* Spacious common area with ample seating
* Gated community in Destiny by the Sea
* Free wifi
* Four parking spaces
* Four backpack beach chairs
* Close to dining, shopping, activities, and entertainment
* Home is stocked with Starbucks coffee pack,creamer, sugar, bottles of water, and a starter amenity package with a roll of paper towels, dish soap, sponge, kitchen wipes, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent pods, pillow spray, shampoo, conditioner, aloe, lotion, bathroom soaps, and a roll of toilet paper in each bathroom.
Please note: The indoor fireplace is decorative only and intended for visual enjoyment.

How appropriate the name—Dolphin Watch—for this Emerald Coast beachfront house rental. This three-story Destin, Florida, home is perfect for large groups in the upscale “Destiny by the Sea” community off Scenic Highway 98.

An elevator is a considerate convenience to traverse from floor to floor. All levels of this truly extraordinary house provide Gulf vistas, so no one has an excuse to miss the amazing sunrises, and truly astonishing sunsets, in perfect God-designed hues.

The first floor gives guests access to an oversized deck with ample seating, rocking chairs, loungers, and a hot tub—all while enjoying beach views! With attention to detail in the landscaping, this secluded property has its own private beach access just steps away from the house. The floor-to-ceiling sliders allow everyone access to the beautiful panoramas.

The massive deck can be accessed from the first floor, from all three bedrooms. The first king bedroom has an ensuite shower, soaking tub, and extra-large double sinks. The second king bedroom has an ensuite bath with a tub/shower combo. The third bedroom has two sets of bunk sleeping six. There’s a full bath with a tub/shower combo, plus a kitchenette with a sink, icemaker, and microwave, so this level would be excellent for families with young children. There’s also an in-unit laundry room for the heaps of towels and bathing suits required for life by the sandy shore.

The second floor has wall-to-wall windows in the living area, allowing an extraordinary view of the Gulf. The cozy seating area offers ample seating and includes a sleeper sofa. The beautiful indoor fireplace is meant for visual enjoyment only and is not intended for guest use. There’s a half bath on this level. An intimate dining area and adjacent bar stools at the counter are one option for meals, but there’s outdoor dining too with a grill for barbecues. The kitchen has adequate counter space for several cooks to work simultaneously, yet with the open concept design no one will feel left out. All the culinary necessities of home are provided. Also, the second level has a fourth king bedroom with an ensuite bath and a lovely walk-in shower.

All guest rooms are comfortable, but the showstopper of suites is on the third floor. The primary bedroom features a king bed, a large spa-inspired ensuite with Jacuzzi tub, and a separate shower. There’s also an enclosed balcony with Adirondack seating to watch the dolphin play.

We can’t imagine why you’d leave this lovely property; however, as part of the Destiny by the Sea, there’s a community pool, hot tub, and lounging area nearby.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 16):

First Floor:
- Guest Bedroom: One King Bed
- Guest Bedroom: One King Bed
- Guest Bedroom: Bunkbeds: One Full over Full and One Twin over Twin

Second Floor:
- Guest Bedroom: One King Bed
- Living Area: One Sleeper Sofa

Third Floor:
- Primary Suite: One King Bed

About the Community:

Located along Scenic Highway 98 on the Emerald Coast in Destin, Florida, this premier, Gulf-front, gated community has 24-hour security as well as a pristine, private beach. This private community association has contracted with Sun, Sand and Sea for beach service rentals, which includes beach chairs and beach umbrellas. Personal tents, umbrellas, baby tents, tarps, and canopy setups are not allowed per the association rules. Outside golf cart rentals are not allowed per the association rules. Wide walking and bike paths add to the ambiance of touring the area. Enjoy a lavish community pool and hot tub.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3176 Sq Ft (295 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Detergent Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

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

    5.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower/tub Combination Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Rafting Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Elevator Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

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Review Review

  • Ruth P.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 14, 2025

    Nice getaway!!

  • Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    Everything was wonderful. The house was beautiful and well supplied. We would definitely stay there again. We had a fantastic family vacation.

  • Kaitlynd P.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    The location and views were even better than expected! The beds were very comfortable and everything was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Kate P.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    We went on this trip with my family, my sister’s family, and my parents. So 12 people, including 6 kids ages 1-9. Pros: the view is incredible as is the beach itself. We saw dolphins, walked the beach, swam in the ocean, and enjoyed the views, sunsets, and hot tub every day. The house was clean and for the most part as advertised. They provided some lovely toiletries and plenty of beach chairs, boogie boards, etc. which was very helpful. The kitchen was well stocked. Also the communication was usually pretty responsive. Cons: the neighborhood pool was closed for most of our stay and when it finally opened the last day it was not heated so basically unusable. We asked the host to help us find another pool but evidently were unable. In general the house was just a little run down, broken/loose kitchen tiles, stained fabric on kitchen chairs, the bunk beds were VERY loose and made me pretty nervous, etc. No beach towels which feels like a pretty big miss when you’re staying on the beach. We come back to Destin every year and will definitely consider coming back to this house, but there are some pretty easy improvements I hope they make in the meantime.

  • Leisel T.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Our first time at a rental property. They did not disappoint. We arrived a few hours earlier and they allowed us an early check in. Communication with host was prompt. The location was great, absolutely loved the direct access to the beach and the hot tub. Our group consisted mainly of teenagers and they had the best time. The house was super clean with all amenities. Interior needs a little upgrade and TLC. Overall great experience. Would definitely recommend.

  • Ashley L.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Easy communication with host, beautiful property, everything we needed for a memory filled weekend.

  • Katie S.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    Loved the beach front view. We saw dolphins everydag

  • Dale W.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Beautiful house, fantastic location on a private beach. Gated community, very secure. Minutes from shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants.

  • Robert U.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Great location - great community - perfect sized house for our family - easy check-in and check-out process. Will be back - thank you!

  • Diana R.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Was a great place for 11 adults with plenty of room for all. Plenty of bathrooms and plenty of sleeping arrangements. Great place for a. Adaption with the whole family.

  • Mark P.

    Submitted May 31, 2025

    Stayed May 24, 2025

    Great house for several families. We had 6 adults and 5 kids. Perfect bedroom arrangements.

  • Catherine J.

    Submitted May 9, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Enjoyed very much. Loved the private beach.

  • Robin S.

    Submitted Feb 14, 2025

    Stayed Feb 3, 2025

    This VRBO was very nice for the view and location. We had a few things not work like the hot tub and the dishwasher and the floor tiles were cracked. We had a couple windy days and a storm shutter kept us up as it was broken. The house needs some TLC for sure due to the age. The manager did what they could.

  • Stephanie R.

    Submitted Jan 31, 2025

    Stayed Jan 22, 2025

    Absolutely stunning views, clean property, comfortable beds, very responsive to all questions and concerns. Loved this property!!!

  • Julie H.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    we loved the neighborhood and what a great view of the beach! The house could used some updating and needed some minor repairs, but it was clean and the access to the beach was simply amazing. We had to leave early because of the hurricane but the time we were there was wonderful.

  • Juan T.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    We had an amazing trip to Destin! This house is beautiful! It's looks just like the pictures describe it. Located directly on the beach, with 5 very nice size bedrooms. We didn't have a need for the bunk bed room as our trip was all adults. Which is one of the other things that I loved. A lot of places have multiple bunk bed rooms, and no adult wants to sleep on a bunk bed. The hot tub was also a plus. We had fun in that after leaving the beautiful beach a couple of times, which was so quiet and peaceful. I loved this place. I'm not going to lie, it's pricey, but it was a perfect stay. If I can afford it, I'll definitely be back!!

  • Deanna B.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Beautiful home steps from the sand!

  • Ashley M.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    Great location close to everything, perfect for two families with kids, beautiful private beach with umbrella and chair setup, and nice house with plenty of supplies. Hot tub was a nice touch. Recommended for other families and would stay here again.

  • Jan H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 29, 2024

    My children and grandchildren had the best time. All of them agreed it was the best vacation we have been on as a family. We have been on cruises and resorts. They were nice but nothing compared to the convenience of being on the beach! Thank you!!

  • Angie D.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    great location, really enjoyed our stay!

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