Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground

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A spacious living area with a large wooden floor, a central seating area with a sofa and ottoman, a tall palm tree, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A beach with waves and a sunset.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a covered patio area with chairs, and a building with a tiled roof.
A sunlit patio with a sofa, a round table, and a view of a swimming pool and trees.
A single-story house with a red-tiled roof, a front entrance with a door, and a small front yard with palm trees and shrubs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James Lee Park

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Porch or veranda
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 - Bunkroom

4 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Primary

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Outdoor shower

Soap · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • James Lee Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • James Lee Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Captain Dave's - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground?

As of 9 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground on 14 November 2026 start from NZ$4,605, 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.

Is Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close2beach, private pool/spa/lanai, gym, theater, tennis&pickleball, playground located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach, James Lee Beach and James Lee Park. Destin Commons and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 51 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked kitchen, clean house in a great gated community with a very nice pool and pickleball courts. Loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, this means a lot to us! We look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing property in an amazing location! The host, Jan, was very helpful and accommodating throughout the entire process. Excellent communication. The house has everything you need and is great for a larger gathering of family and friends. The large assortment of pool and beach toys/supplies was a huge plus. All in all, we had a great time and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property to anyone visiting the Destin area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, this means a lot to us! We look forward to having you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the house, its location and all the amazing amenities. We enjoyed the beautiful saltwater pool even on the rainy/stormy days. The house was fully stocked and the gated community was a plus. Location exceeded our expectations— super close to dining and public beach access.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you for choosing Ocean Retreat Villa for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, and we look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not have asked for a better host or property. It was perfect for our family. The pool is incredible, just beautiful. We also very much enjoyed the screened in lanai. If you have kids then her game room was so well stocked with board games and fooz ball. There were tons of beach toys chairs and towels. We even worked a jigsaw puzzle. All the beds were comfortable. We had car troubles while we were there and Jan was so helpful with that. And definitely rent the golf cart. It was perfect for riding to the beach and close restaurants. We can’t wait to book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you for choosing Ocean Retreat Villa for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, and we look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heated hot tub and pool was great. The host was available every time I messaged with questions or concerns and fixed things promptly. Proximity to the beach was nice. Garage was stocked with everything you would need for the beach including bikes, golf cart (extra to rent), sand toys, chairs and beach mats. Kitchen was large to accommodate our group of 12. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you for choosing Ocean Retreat Villa for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, and we look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Perfect family getaway
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Ocean Retreat and look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

My family and I loved the house. Great location, great house, so nice and clean. The host was super responsive and friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you again for choosing us for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed our beach house in Destin, and we hope to have you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

House was great for large group.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you again for choosing us for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed our home in Destin, and we hope to have you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jan is a fantastic host. She provides all the amenities you might need (bikes included!) and is very communicative. We contacted her on a question regarding the hot tub and it was remediated right away. Our 2nd stay at the house and it’s fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2026
Thank you for choosing Ocean Retreat for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, and we look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Excellent communication. Very nice property close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for the review, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Ocean Retreat. Do come back and visit us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation as advertised

We had a great time staying at the property. The additional community amenities were great. Good access to the beach too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for your review! It is so important to us that you have a good time while in Destin and staying at the beach house! We look forward to having you stay again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beach Getaway

Spa and pool enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
That sounds like a 5 star vacation! Glad you enjoyed the house, spa and pool! You were such easy guests, come back and stay again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation 2026

We would stay there again. The single level was great for members in our family. House had all the necessities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you for choosing Ocean Retreat for your stay! We are so glad you enjoyed the beach house, and we look forward to having you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Everything was lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
You were fantastic guests and look forward to you coming back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great house for family gathering!

6 adults, 4 children, all family. House functioned very well for all of us. Great location, beautiful pool area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
So glad you enjoyed the house and your vacation, I guess this means you give the house a 5 star! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation week

We had a great week at this vacation rental. Jan was very accommodating and stayed in communication with us. House is great location, not far from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
We are so glad you had a good time at the beach house! This means so much to us! Do come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time

Loved Destin and loved the house. Very cozy and the pool, hot tub and beds etc. were all great. Thank you Jan!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for the review, you were easy guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

vacation

wonderful home in wonderful location! Whole family enjoyed stay! Jan was wonderful host who communicated very quickly with any questions we had! would highly recommend booking this house for your family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Glad you had a great vacation and enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Hope you will come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation home

We had a great experience, me and the family had no complaints, we received excellent communication from the Property manager and had a great stay/trip overall. The location of the property is great, you’re pretty much centered in Destin and have easy access to anywhere you need to go. The house is very large, plenty of space for the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2023
You and the family were fantastic guests! We hope you will come back next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What memories are made of!

We had an amazing vacation stay in Destin! The home was clean and all basic necessities were already available in the home. From the hot tub and pool, fireplace, jacuzzi tub, golf cart rides to the beach, we will definitely be back to stay in this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin

Excellent property in the middle of Destin with golf cart for the beach travel and a magnificent homeowner that was very thorough and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for the review and please come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas 2022' Florida

Great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
We are so delighted you enjoyed the house and made great memories!!! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Destin beach house

This house was perfect for my family. We loved the gated community, kids enjoyed the pool. The homeowner kept in touch and responded right away when I had questions. I've been coming to Destin for over 10 years and this house is my favorite!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for the fantastic review! It is VERY important to us that our guests have a good experience. We look forward to having you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful neighborhood, close to the beach!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Destin! This home was lovely and in a beautiful neighborhood. The heated pool and hot tub were the highlights! The golf cart was perfect for the short trip to the beautiful white-sand beach! Jan was easily accessible and quite helpful! We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Delighted that you enjoyed your vacation at the beach house - this means alot to us! Have a great day and look forward to having you and your family back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

We loved this house! There are 5 bedrooms so we had plenty of room for our family. The pool is amazing & the property is close to the beach & restaurants. So many things were supplied with the house & communication was great! We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2023
Thank you for the review, and we look forward to having you come back and stay!
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