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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

First Floor - Bonus Room

2 Queen Beds

First Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

First Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Third Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Third Floor - Guest Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

Third Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Powder Room

Third Floor - Guest Bathroom

Third Floor - Guest Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service!

Sea the Sun -

The sea and sun, our two favorite things, come together in this hospitable vacation property in Destin. Sea the Sun is an astounding 3-story, 7-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom vacation rental located in the Dunes of Destin that can comfortably accommodate up to 20 guests. Each floor of this welcoming property provides living and entertainment space for guests, making it an ideal location for reunions of any kind.

The first floor features two guest bedrooms, each with king-size beds and a shared full hall bath. This floor also includes a bonus den and kitchenette. Doors lead to the pool and patio with grill, complete with seating that creates a perfect environment to relax with a drink or to host a poolside cookout.

The second floor boasts the main open living area, which includes comfortable seating, a wall-mounted TV, and double glass doors leading to a breezy balcony. The open kitchen and adjoining dining room are ideal for intimate gatherings or larger parties. A spacious master bedroom with a king-size bed and private luxury bath completes this level.

Ascend the stairs to the third floor to find the remaining four guest bedrooms. One king-size bedroom is paired with a bunk room that has balcony access, connected by a full luxurious bath. The other king-size bedroom is paired with a queen suite, connected by an additional full luxurious bath.

Besides comfortable living quarters, this home is located in a prestigious gated community, and also provides access to a private and community pool, and direct access to the Emerald Coast beaches. This vacation rental is also situated near Destin’s Harborwalk Village, which boasts a plethora of dining, drinking, and shopping options, as well as festival fun for any season!

First Floor: King Bedroom with Patio Access, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, King Bedroom, Wet Bar, Bonus Room with Two Queen Futons and Patio Access.

Second Floor: Living Room with Balcony Access, Kitchen, Dining, King Master Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Soaking Tub, Powder Room, Laundry.

Third Floor: King Bedroom with Balcony Access, Jack and Jill Bath with Walk-In Shower and Soaking Tub, Queen Bedroom, King Bedroom, Jack and Jill Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, Bunk Room with Two Full/Twin Bunks with Twin Trundles and Balcony Access.

*add $50.00 per day to heat pool (available Oct-April if needed)

*Personal beach chairs, umbrellas, tents, tarps, shading screens, clip on umbrellas, flags, etc. are not allowed. Exceptions: Medical exceptions and infant shades no higher than 36”.

*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Destin Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service!?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service! on 17 August 2026 start from NZ$870, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea the Sun - Gulf View, Heated Private Pool, Pet Friendly, Free Beach Service! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in a gated neighborhood. The house itself was great, but the beach was really the highlight. Amazing clear water, powder white sand, no debris. High quality beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was wonderful. It exceeded our expectations for location and ease of access to the beach as well as restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We loved the house and the location. Super close walk to beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Great house, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location - loved the area

The house was pretty spacious. Clean towels / big kitchen - great pool (we had it heated) - great location
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene Jo B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home is superb! Plenty of room to have all of us in one room, plenty of dining space for 20!!! A little dirty when we arrived but we still had a great time!! We always use VRBO
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea the Sun

Clean, close to beach, everything needed for an enjoyable vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destiny T.

We loved it!!

It was a super nice house! We really enjoyed ourselfs!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

House is nice overall.. very clean, and the location was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed the stay

Property was more or less as advertised. VERY limited parking for such a large unit. Pool was said to be heated; however, was far too cold to enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vibha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spring Break with kids

The property was perfect, quick walk to beach, lake, restaurants, gift shops. Awesome heated pool and super clean and updated home. We traveled with 5 kids and the 2 sets of bunk beds were the highlight of their trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only issue we had was getting wristbands. There were supposed to be 8 bands and it took them til noon the next day to bring them. Other than that wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family getaway

House clean and beautiful. Quick walk to the beach and Spencer the guy at the beach was get. He really made us feel at home there. Can't wait to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

House is close to main road where theres restaurants, shopping, waterpark, go carts etc. Steps from the beach. No complaints, would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond my expectations!

You never know what you bought and paid for until you live in it. This house was beyond my expectations and I have very high expectations. Location to beach, amenities and activities were great. Needless to say we had a wonderful time. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin Beach House

This is our groups 4th year in this house. We love it for location, space, and the pool. It is a 1-2 minute walk to the beach. There are pool and beach toys available for guest use. The kids, age 5-13, really loved the ping pong table, the board games and puzzles on our rainy day. I recommend the short walk to the lake bridge to see the turtles. It is tradition to feed our leftover lettuce to them on our last day!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

This is such a beautiful home with lots of space. My large family was very comfortable. The private access to the beach was a short walk around the corner and it was perfect! The pool area was great. I think we spent most of our time there. The location was amazing. Everything was right in the area. It was such a luxurious experience and I can’t wait to do it again. I would definitely book this house again. Communication with Ocean Reef was A+. Thanks for the amazing vacation accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great house but not well maintained

The layout and location of this house was wonderful! We loved the spacious bedrooms and living areas, and the location was perfect - easy walking distance to the private beachfront and close to our favorite restaurants. We also loved the two ice makers - that was a great feature! The large sectional and dining table were perfect for our family to hang out all together. However, the home was not well maintained. There were stains on the carpet and dents/marks on the walls. It was apparent that a large dog has spent time on the first level; there was a large chewed dog bone in the armoire and dog slobber flung on the first floor walls. There was quite a bit of hair on the walls of the downstairs shower when we arrived, it looked like the cleaning crew had missed. And the back yard pool had quite a bit of green algae growth, and lots of weeds in the back porch area. Overall, we had a great time but we’re diasappointed that the house had not been better maintained. It has potential to be a five star property with just some new paint/carpet and a solid cleaning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Clarice M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Some things went very wrong!

We thought VRBO was the manager of the property, but I found out much later after booking it that it was an Ocean Reef property. VRBO stated on the sight that cancellations could be made but Ocean Reef does not allow cancellations. That would have been good to know up front. We loved the house. It's large enough to accommodate about 20 people. The location is great also, just a few minutes to the beach and shops. The condition of the house was not good. The house had been painted not long before we arrived, and the place was actually not ready for guests. There were no window treatments. Nothing at the windows until the following day when temporary paper shades were put up. This fix did not allow for looking out. They could not be raised. The covers for the electrical outlets were left off in some rooms including the room where the 4-year-old child stayed! The TVs were not set up on the first floor. And the house was dirty. We had to constantly call maintenance to make repairs, etc. The was not welcoming and this took a lot away for our enjoyment.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edmilson G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin

Destin is my favorite place, this house is all we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly Beach Trip

When faced with our original property booked we found Sea the Sun in the same neighborhood. We stayed in this house in 2014 so we were familiar with it. The house was clean to the eye but the shower upstairs had pink slimy scum as will as mildew around the bottom. Also one of the doors was coming off the hinge. The door was immediately taken care of but the cleanliness of the house was unimpressive. The carpets were dirty as well as the walls and the tile floors left your feet filthy if you walked around barefoot. The pool was a nice addition to the backyard but the weeds around it and the moldy cushions on the lawn furniture were less than appealing. Hopefully the original house we rented will be ready next year. With a little TLC Sea the Sun would be a great place for a crowd to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed our time together at Sea The Sun. Only a short walk to the beach. It was nice having a pool at the house for those not interested in the beach. We will definitely book another trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house. Great location

Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful house. Pool was nice with great patio and seating. Beach was a minute walk away, also gorgeous. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Money well spent

Way too much to list out but our entire stay was perfect. Hands down the best vacation I’ve ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert c.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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