Breathtaking Villa - Escape to Paradise! Direct Easy Access 50 Steps to Beach!

Destin, Florida
$380 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Villa

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Stunning villa on lake and within steps to the beach. Perfectly situated for both relaxation and adventure. Destiny Beach Villa is on quiet Scenic within walking distance to many restaurants. Inside the villa boasts tastefully designed interiors with large windows and 360 degree views. Each villa floor has two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, a cozy living area; this retreat comfortably accomodates families or groups seeking both comfort and luxury.
Note: 3A upstairs sleeps 4; 3B downstairs sleeps 5.
Step outside to your private patio perfect for alfresco breakfasts, or take a short stroll to explore shops, restaurants and attractions. We are 10 minutes from the Harbor and 10 minutes to the oulet mall. This villa offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.

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Amazing Time: Planned somewhat last minute for a trip in Destin, FL and the owner was soooo accommodating! Amazing views with the lake right in your backyard. Literally 2 minutes flat walk from the front door and you are on the sand! Could not ask for more. Looking for more trips to the place in years to come! (Dan F.)

Beautiful View: What a great location and view from both patios that were equipped with bar height tables for two. The short walk to the beach made it easy to return for bathroom breaks or forgotten items. The villa was well stocked and clean and the owner communicated clearly and quickly. It worked great for us and our two tweens. We would definitely recommend. (Andres F.)

Another Great Stay: This will be my family's second stay at Laura's Villa, or as my kids call it Mrs. Laura's House. We love the location, the breath taking view, safety, proximity to great food, and of course the Beach and Pool combo for the kids. We;ll be back for the 3rd trip next year! (Adam M.)

Wonderful Stay: This was the perfect villa for a week with my girls. It was very clean, decorated nicely, and had everything we needed to cook. The owners were great communicators and responded very quickly to any of my questions. We had a great time! (Jenny S.)

Villa with Gulf and Lake views....Located on the sun drenched pure white sandy shores of Destin's Crystal Beach (and 1/4 mile to the Miramar/Walton County border), this well decorated Destiny Beach Villa boasts an array of deluxe features. There are two levels (each with 2 bedrooms) to choose from - upstairs (3A) or downstairs (3B). Ask owner (Laura Kirby/Rent the Gulf) which is best for your family. Floor to ceiling windows surrounding include a 360 water view with sweeping gulf view to the south and lake view to the north, make the beach villa totally open and airy - from both villa floors. The beach is only 50 steps! A boardwalk lines the James Lee Park with gazebos and picnic table. With just a few stairs (not like 30A!) getting to the beach is easy. There is also a tunnel under the road for carriages/wagons.

When reserving Villa 3A, a private entrance and stairs lead you to the second floor with living room, fully stocked for cooking kitchen and dining room, seating six. A lock out door below makes the villa two separate units and Dutch door at the top of the stairs provides safety for little guests. The master bedroom upstairs has a Pottery Barn king bed, includes a half bath and access to the private back balcony overlooking the lake. The second bedroom has two single beds via a daybed. One full bath is in the hall. Front loader washer and dryer are included.

The villa downstairs has recently been renovated. The master bedroom, also with king bed also has access to a private balcony overlooking Lake Destiny. The second bedroom has a bunkbed with a full on the bottom. One full bath downstairs. Front loader washer and dryer are included.

If you're not quite ready to end your day at the beach, porches and balconies provides the perfect hideaway to finish that beach novel. Curl up in one of our new Polywood outdoor chairs. Views of the beach, gulf, and lake are paramount. During the day, guests in the master suites enjoy the sweeping vistas of the lake. In the evening, the sun sets over the lake providing a relaxed and restive environment. The lighting and eclectic furnishings all contribute to a true showpiece, embracing a warm and comfortable feel. The villa maintains a soul and character not found in most properties in Destin. Guest reviews include the villa has everything you need in a rental. Location, comfort, cleanliness and owners who attend to all questions and needs immediately. No management company to filter your requests.

**Two beach chairs and a beach umbrella are included with the villa rentals. You can find them on the back porch on hallway at the bottom of the stairs. No beach towels are include. Please bring your own. Books and games supplied ;) Bring your own Netflix or Prime for watching movies.

**Walk to many restaurants within a half mile. We send a list of our favorites with check in information. Take the easy back Scenic road to avoid traffic. It's 6.5 miles off Hwy 98!

You will feel right at home. Our beach house is your beach house ;)

***Please note if you would like to reserve the 4 bedroom villa, go to VRBO 36610. We cannot reserve a 4 bedroom through this ad.

Gorgeous features throughout this villa! Stone travertine floors throughout in 3B; wood laminate in 3A. Beautiful granite hand crafted island with plenty of storage and all stainless appliances - everything you need for making meals at home. Master has private balcony overlooking lighted pathway behind villas on lake. The second bedroom features stylish comforters on a new white bunk bed with a full on the bottom and twin on the top. Your 50 steps to the beach and boardwalk lining the public James Lee Park make beach days easy. Two chairs (or more) and a beach umbrella are in the condo for your use. The pool is a short 30 second walk. Private bath, grill and plenty of table, chairs, and chaise lounges for large or small groups.




Gregg and Laura, Owners

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Feature Features

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 780 Sq Ft (72 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Hot Tub Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Golf Privileges Golfing On Site Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Concierge Services Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 09:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • Dana R.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    What a beautiful place and great location! Laura was a great host and very kind and friendly. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Justin R.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    Great place to stay. Very short walk to the beach and pool. Incredible location!!

  • NUTTJAM

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    The location is one of the best in Destin. Ocean view, two minute walk to the beach and a beautiful lake right outside your back door. Such a beautiful and relaxing stay.

  • Anthony L.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    This property had everything we needed. Great beach access, comfortable condo, and the Laura and Greg were great, they left a few items that they thought we may need while there and made sure our stay was enjoyable.

  • Jon W.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    This was the perfect place for my girlfriend and I. Right across from the beach and walking distance to restaurants. Laura was excellent and everything matched the description perfectly!

  • Samantha A.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    This Villa was everything you could need for the most practical, yet classy, home away from home I could’ve imagined. My 2 teens never complained about being cramped over shared space. Well maintained. Clean. Well stocked. Everything in working order. Location is prime. I enjoyed people watching from the porch at night as the golf carts cruise by, each playing tunes. Life felt simple. Time didn’t fly, and we were truly rested & rejuvenated from our week’s stay. Instructions were clear and easy to follow. Great communication from Host Laura. We hope to stay here again for future vacations. Thank you for sharing your property!

  • Kathryn C.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    This was our first time staying at this villa, and it was absolutely perfect! We stayed in 3A (upstairs). The villa is truly just steps from the beach which is just across the street. It made it so easy to go back and forth for drink refills or quick bathroom breaks.The views were incredible. From the front balcony we enjoyed a gorgeous ocean view, and from the back balcony, a peaceful lake view. The bed was super comfortable, and the shower got nice and hot. No complaints at all. The location is unbeatable, with plenty of restaurants, grocery stores, and conveniences nearby. We really appreciated the restaurant recommendations included in the check-in info. Everything we tried was fantastic! Our favorite was The Crab Trap, located just across the street. We loved being able to walk there.But the best part? We got engaged on the front balcony! After 5 years of dating I'd call it a MAGIC villa. Haha. It will always hold a special place in our hearts.Thank you for an unforgettable stay! We can’t wait to come back again and again!

  • Doris C.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    This villa is just as described! Marvelous view of the gulf and a 2 minute walk across the road (which is a pedestrian crossing and traffic does stop for you) to the white sand beach. Wonderful area for daily walks and noise level is low except for traffic going down road. Quiet at night. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I would recommend this villa to anyone wanting to stay in Destin near the beach.

  • Don G.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2025

    Stayed Feb 24, 2025

    We loved the property, right across the road from the beach and situated on a lake. Excellent restaurant in walking distance. Very clean and quality accomodations.

  • Donna B.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    What a great location and view from both patios that were equipped with bar height tables for two. The short walk to the beach made it easy to return for bathroom breaks or forgotten items. The villa was well stocked and clean and the owner communicated clearly and quickly. It worked great for us and our two tweens. We would definitely recommend.

  • Barbara S.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Apr 1, 2024

    The place was nice and the location was wonderful. Right across the road from the beach.

  • Dan F.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    Great location in Destin. Beautiful views of the Gulf. Thank you for letting us stay at your place!

  • Andrea F.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We had an amazing stay! Location was perfect for us! Our teen girls walked to wherever they wanted and I felt safe allowing them to do so. Communication was great and always a response within 24hrs or less. So polite and friendly! Our bed and pillows were great! I didn’t wake up stiff from a bad mattress which is rare on vacation. I have nothing but good to say about our stay and I’m so picky. I was under the impression that we had the up and downstairs of this villa so it was definitely tight but that is my fault for not reading. However, the size would NOT deter me from booking the same villa again and again. We love Destin and enjoyed this stay so much we are looking to purchase our own rental property! Thanks for a great stay Laura!!!!!

  • Dan F.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 8, 2024

    Planned somewhat last minute for a trip in Destin, FL and the owner was soooo accommodating! Amazing views with the lake right in your backyard. Literally 2 minutes flat walk from the front door and you are on the sand! Could not ask for more. Looking for more trips to the place in years to come!

  • Adam W. M.

    Submitted May 25, 2024

    Stayed May 19, 2024

    This will be my family's second stay at Laura's Villa, or as my kids call it Mrs. Laura's House. We love the location, the breath taking view, safety, proximity to great food, and of course the Beach and Pool combo for the kids. We;ll be back for the 3rd trip next year!

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