Dolphin Retreat | Pool, Golf Cart, Guest House & Steps to Beach! Pet Friendly!

Destin, Florida
$3396 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Welcome to Dolphin Retreat! Spacious, family-friendly home with private pool golf cart steps from the beach.

Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is a local Destin company and we take great measures to ensure every aspect of the home and your stay is as perfect as can be. We make sure this home is clean, well-maintained and ready for you to enjoy. Unlike other property managers, who may be hundreds of miles away, our office is right here in the neighborhood so if anything breaks down while you re staying, our staff is close by to come and fix it! We re happy to answer any questions before you book and we re available during your stay.

You ll enjoy a wonderful beach vacation in this spacious home, just steps from the beach! It s an ideal home for 2-3 families with children- we sleep up to 12 people.

2 Comfortable living areas (first floor second floor)
Updated and fully-equipped kitchen
Large dining table seats 10 + more seating at kitchen counter
FREE 4- passenger electric golf cart ($600-$800 value!)
Balconies in front and back
Private backyard pool
Separate carriage house with double queen suite and kitchenette
Covered outdoor dining area with outdoor kitchen/grill, TV and fireplace
Pet Friendly*
Basketball Goal Cornhole Game
4 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms
2 King Bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms (1-first floor/1-second floor)
Bunk room with full-over-full bunks + twin trundle (first floor), hall bath
Double Queen Bedroom with private ensuite bathroom (upstairs Carriage House)

Additional amenities include:
Free Wi-Fi
TVs in all bedrooms and both living areas
Fluffy white bath towels and a hair dryer in each bathroom
Highchair and pack-n-play
Washer dryer - large laundry/mudroom
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette in the carriage house
Beach cart with 4 beach chairs umbrella
Cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap

Families love the unique reverse floor plan of this home. The main house has a king bedroom and a bunk room downstairs, 2 full baths, plus a living area with a very classy built-in wet bar and queen-size sleeper sofa. On the 2nd floor, you ll find a large open concept kitchen/dining/living area, half bathroom, plus a king master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The separate guest house has a large open room upstairs with 2 queen beds plus a kitchenette, seating area, full bath, and walk-in closet.
The well-equipped kitchen is open to the 2nd floor living area and has new stainless-steel appliances and plenty of counter space. You ll find all the dishes, pans and utensils you may need, and a Keurig K-Cup coffee maker. We want you to feel at home, and the large, open layout is a perfect gathering spot for your family or friends. From here, you can step out onto the balcony overlooking the beautiful pool area.

KING BEDROOM SUITE with private ensuite - 1st floor
The beautiful, private suite in the main house features a private ensuite bathroom and direct access to the private backyard and pool.

BUNK ROOM, 1st floor
This large room features a full-over-full bunk bed and a roomy closet. There s also a twin trundle bed, perfect for our little guests. There s a full bathroom in the hallway next to this bedroom.

KING BEDROOM SUITE with private ensuite - 2nd floor
Step out onto the front balcony from this large private suite with an extra-large walk-in closet and private ensuite bath with double vanity and sink with makeup station, separate tub and walk-in shower.

CARRIAGE HOUSE
This lovely guest house is next to the private pool behind the main house. You ll access this area from exterior stairs.

DOUBLE QUEEN BEDROOM with ensuite - Carriage House
This beautiful, open bedroom features two queen beds, HDTV, walk-in closet and a kitchenette with a small fridge, sink, toaster, coffee maker microwave. A small table and chairs make a great spot for morning coffee or a snack. There s also a private bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

PRIVATE POOL BACKYARD
You ll find an amazing outdoor grilling/kitchen area with a sink, plus a natural gas fireplace! There s a TV and outdoor dining table too. The private professionally maintained swimming pool is nestled in the beautifully landscaped backyard. It s all yours enjoy it! Pool heat is available for an additional fee.

OFF-STREET PARKING
You may park up to 4 vehicles at this home, depending on size. There is no street parking in Destin.

PET FRIENDLY
We are pet friendly and welcome dogs in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner.

PERFECT BEACH LOCATION
The house is less than a 5-minute walk from the Tarpon Street beach access. We provide a cart with beach chairs and an umbrella, so you can roll your gear to the beach with ease.
This home is in the heart of Crystal Beach, a quiet, walkable neighborhood with white picket fences and easy access to shopping, restaurants and activities in Destin. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Panera Bread, Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. Local favorite, Camille's, is an easy walk around the corner and The Crab Trap is about a mile east. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go parasailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Crystal Beach is the gold standard of Destin...no high-rise condominiums or beaches packed with 4 rows of vendor chairs. Crystal beach is mostly residential, which contributes to the quietness of the neighborhood. A large public beach access is less than a block away.
Restaurants, activities and entertainment are also close-by. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half-mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Panera Bread, Uncle Buck s Fish Bowl Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. Local favorite, Camille s, is an easy walk and The Crab Trap is about a mile east. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go para-sailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy retail therapy !

Snowbird Special Discounted monthly rates are available from November through February. Escape the cold and enjoy extended stays by the beach!

House Rules for Dolphin Retreat
Rental Agreement and Security Verification: Must be signed within 48 hours of booking.
Occupancy: Max 12 guests allowed.
Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 25+ and stay the entire trip.
Pets: Dog-friendly with prior approval and $300 pet fee per dog. Limit 1 2 dogs only. No other pets allowed.
No Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside the home, carriage house, or near doors and windows.
Parking: Up to 4 vehicles allowed in driveway. No street parking per Destin city rules.
Golf Cart Use: Complimentary 4-passenger golf cart included. Please follow local and golf cart safety laws.
Pool Safety: Swim at your own risk. No glass in or around the pool. Pool heating available for an extra fee.
Outdoor Kitchen: Clean grill and outdoor area after use.
Towels Linens: Keep bath towels indoors. Place used towels in the bathrooms before checkout.
Trash: Bag and dispose of all trash properly in outdoor bins before departure.
Departure: Turn off all lights, TVs, appliances, and securely lock all doors and windows when leaving.

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3100 Sq Ft (288 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Jet Skiing Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 12

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Dani B.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Great house, great location. Very clean, house is well furnished and beds are comfortable. Kitchen has everything you need. Pool is great! All the beach essentials we needed. Can’t wait to come back!

  • Kellie M.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 1, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful house for our vacation. It is a quick walk or golf cart ride to the beach. The pool in the back is perfect. The house was so spacious. We had no issues with noise carrying from other rooms. We’ve stayed here twice now and will keep booking this house each year, if we can.

  • Ronald L.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Perfect

  • Clarissa M.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Beautiful property. Nice decor. Super close to the beach. Outdoor area is great. We recommend it. The only issue we found is low hot water pressure sometimes on upper bathroom and the mattress on the king beds probably is time for a change . Other than that.. perfect stay. Thank you!

  • Kristen K.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2023

    Stayed Aug 19, 2023

    Great trip. Great property! We will be back.

  • Caleb O.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2023

    Stayed Jul 29, 2023

    We enjoyed our stay. The home was nice and clean. Great proximity to the beach with a short walk, and golf cart was a nice perk to help transport items. Property management was responsive and ready to help with any issues.

  • Morgan H.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2023

    Stayed Jul 2, 2023

    Amazing property. Easy walk to the beach. We had 8 of us - 2 adults and 6 teenagers and it was a great location to have a variety of things to do - beach, pool, shopping, etc. Super close to Destin Commons, great eats and stores. Camille's is a nice walk for coffee in the morning (I did not try for lunch or dinner). Will absolutely rent again if in the area.

  • Lydia W.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2023

    Stayed Jun 18, 2023

    Everything was wonderful at this house. The kitchen was fully stocked with PLENTY of dishes and all the utensils needed! No rehashing every single day because you don’t have enough. We enjoyed the pool and the patios so much. Only about 300ft away from beach. The walk was flat, very easy, and no trouble throughout the week. Our only complaint and why I deducted a star is because this listing advertised a golf cart. The cart we were provided was electric and would die at 70-80% battery life. We had to get it towed back to the house by the golf cart company, unfortunately. When talking with the golf cart worker on the defect of this cart, they dismissed us saying “oh yeah electric golf carts won’t go past 85%, usually not more than 6-7 miles per ride.” When telling him that the golf cart was at 85% when it died and we hadn’t traveled more than 2 miles, he spoke to us like we were stupid and told us that the battery gage couldn’t be trusted. This was frustrating because he was essentially telling us there is no way we can know when the golf cart will die and refused to provide us with a different one. I understand this isn’t necessarily the fault of the property management, but it was frustrating to be promised a golf cart In the listing but not have one to use throughout the week because it was so unreliable. I’d recommend transitioning to a gas cart.

  • Tina G.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2023

    Stayed Mar 11, 2023

    Everything about this property was perfect. Very close to the beach (2 minute walk). Close to shops and grocery stores. If any issues had come up, the rental company responded quickly. The only negative we encountered was going during college spring break which is at no fault to the property or rental company.

  • ERICA M.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2022

    Stayed May 28, 2022

    A short walk to the beautiful emerald water and white sand beach was just what we were looking for! We stayed for two weeks and had family and friends visit along the way. We loved being able to have our dog with us and we enjoyed waking him around the neighborhood. The golf cart was so much fun to ride around on. We will be back!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$3,396+
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