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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 669.7 sq m
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Destin, FL
- Place, Miramar Beach3 min walk
- Place, James Lee Park3 min walk
- Place, Destin Commons3 min drive
- Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Guest Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
BEST Villa - Gulf & Lake Views - Only 50 steps to Beach Access! Villa 3B Avail.
Reserve a Villa with over 100 TOP reviews. See some of our Reviews. Villa 3B downstairs has Gulf and lake views. Available in March 2026, 3/7/26-3/21/26. Discounted!
Master bedroom has a king bed. A bunkbed with a full bed is in the guest bedroom. Well stocked for a lovely week or long weekend.
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 ;)
Master bedroom has a king bed. A bunkbed with a full bed is in the guest bedroom. Well stocked for a lovely week or long weekend.
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 ;)
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this villa is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.

Destin, FL
What's nearby
- Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- James Lee Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- James Lee Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Emerald Bay Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 3 min drive
- Crab Trap Destin - 5 min walk
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 4 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 4 min drive
- Kenny D's - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
9.0/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica T.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property!
Jessica T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristine L.
18 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation June 2019
Kristine L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul E.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liked it
Paul E.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joann H.
10 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evacuation Vacation
Joann H.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlene C.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something for everyone
Charlene C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
thomas m.
6 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times
thomas m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Burton K.
24 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Unlivable - AC not working; 2nd BR safety risk
Burton K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Albert H.
23 July 2022
Good
Albert H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily M.
13 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We rented 3A the upstairs unit. It was beautiful!
Emily M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Nicole C.
17 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little condo
Nicole C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Juliana P.
8 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Juliana P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
JON W.
11 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
JON W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Nick M.
8 July 2019
Heaven on Beach
Nick M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
CHRISTA K.
25 May 2019
Great for kids
CHRISTA K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen S.
30 March 2019
Perfect location
Kathleen S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly A.
24 March 2019
Family Vacation
Kelly A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent
stacy w.
10 December 2018
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stacy w.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
15 October 2018
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Emily R.
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10/10 Excellent
Claire J.
26 June 2018
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Claire J.
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10/10 Excellent
Charlee R.
19 April 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Laura and Gregg Kirby, Owners and Users of VRBO since 2004 - 850-450-8400
Locally owned and managed by residents of northwest Florida, within an hour of the home (since 2004). More photos and information may be sent and our personal website can be shared once you reserve through VRBO!
Why they chose this property
Locally owned, personally managed, our repeat guest rate is over 50%. Families return year after year. Location, location, location! The villa is so close to the beach, with easy access just 50 steps from the villa porch, and many restaurants nearby - you can walk to many. We reserve our villa to pre-approved guests who care about our property and will take care of it as if were their own. We have many upgrades and keep our villa extrememly clean and updated. We use the villa often and love to share it with approved guests.
“For your peace of mind, our villa is professionally disinfected before and after each guest. The surfaces in each room are thoroughly cleaned with Benzarid, a safe, hospital grade high-level antimicrobial, virucidal and bactericidal disinfectant. The deep clean of every rental includes light switches, remotes, faucets, cabinet doors, and handles. Linens and towels will continued to be professionally cleaned and bleached. Our goal is to provide the cleanest and safest vacation property for your peace of mind and enjoyment.” Gregg and Laura, Owner
“For your peace of mind, our villa is professionally disinfected before and after each guest. The surfaces in each room are thoroughly cleaned with Benzarid, a safe, hospital grade high-level antimicrobial, virucidal and bactericidal disinfectant. The deep clean of every rental includes light switches, remotes, faucets, cabinet doors, and handles. Linens and towels will continued to be professionally cleaned and bleached. Our goal is to provide the cleanest and safest vacation property for your peace of mind and enjoyment.” Gregg and Laura, Owner
What makes this property unique
The beach is literally 50 steps away! The lake is within 10 feet of the villa with a walkway along side. A 360 water view is seen - literally water views from every window. No need to reserve a golf cast - you will not need it! (Renting bikes are fun though!)
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