Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass
🌊 Welcome to Salty Shores! Our newly built coastal luxury home blends timeless "Old Florida Architecture" with modern charm and boasts a stunning private pool! Best of all, it's just a short walk to the private beach access. 🌊
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ABOUT SALTY SHORES ⭐ This spacious two-story home offers everything you need for a relaxing and memorable stay. With 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and plenty of room to spread out, this home is ideal for families or groups!
HIGHLIGHTS ⭐ Two covered porches perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. ⭐ A kids' alcove designed as a cozy mini-playroom for little ones. ⭐ A state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and everything you need to prepare your favorite meals. ⭐ A private, resort-style pool with cascading waterfalls (heating available Oct–Apr for $65/night + Tax) ⭐ A backyard oasis featuring dining tables, chaise loungers, and a gas grill for outdoor meals. ⭐️ Four King Beds and Bunk Room
Each bedroom is equipped with flat-screen HDTVs. The Master Suites (excluding the bunk room) include private en-suite bathrooms for added privacy. The bunk room is a hit with kids, featuring full-over-full bunk beds with twin trundles below—plenty of space for everyone!
Inside, the spacious living room has a large sectional sofa and flat-screen TV for cozy movie nights. The dining room, illuminated by a stunning industrial chandelier, is perfect for shared meals, or you can dine poolside for a more relaxed vibe.
Come experience the best of comfort and coastal living at Salty Shores! 🏖️
PRIME LOCATION ⭐ Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Villages is perfectly situated within walking distance of popular beachfront restaurants like Whale's Tail and Pompano Joe's. For shopping enthusiasts, the Silver Sands Premium Outlets, one of the nation's largest designer outlet malls, is less than 2 miles away. You'll also appreciate the convenience of nearby grocery stores, pharmacies, and medical facilities. And, of course, you're just a few minutes' walk from the beautiful sandy beach!
ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD - EMERALD WATERS VILLAGE ⭐ Emerald Waters Village is an exclusive gated residential neighborhood on Holiday Road in Destin's Miramar Beach. It is just a block away from the gated neighborhood beach access on Scenic Gulf Drive. It includes a charming mix of Old-Florida-style homes with others that feature a classic Mediterranean look. There are two large community swimming pools that are located at each end of the Emerald Waters Village neighborhood. Both pools include convenient restroom facilities with showers and a spacious patio with plenty of lounge chairs to relax while soaking up the sun.
To top it off, as our valued guest, this rental includes “ONE FREE PASS, PER ACTIVITY, PER DAY” to the following:
**Forever Memories Fun Pass** - Explorer Package
November – February Amenities: • A Round of Golf at select courses • Fishing Adventures • Adventure Zone at Baytowne Wharf • Urban Air Adventure Park
March – October Amenities: • A Round of Golf at select courses • Fishing Adventures • Adventure Zone at Baytowne Wharf • Urban Air Adventure Park • Snorkeling (seasonal) • Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise • Big Kahuna Water Park (seasonal)
This is our way to say Thank You for staying with us at Forever Vacation Rentals! **All activities are subject to change by season, weather and availability** **Monthly rentals are specifically excluded from participation in the Program**
PLEASE NOTE: SAT - SAT STAYS ARE REQUIRED DURING PEAK SEASON.
Other Things to Note:
STARTER KIT ⭐ Our property has a "Starter Kit" to get you through your first 24-48 hours. This includes two kitchen trash can liners, two dishwashing and laundry packets, mini shampoo, conditioner, lotion, one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, and one roll of paper towels. We supply a limited number of bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels. We do not provide beach towels, seasonings/spices, zip locks, or liquid dishwashing detergent. You can pick up your favorite items at the nearby Walmart, Target, Publix, or Winn-Dixie.
Wi-Fi ⭐ Our property offers free Wi-Fi, and the details can be found in the property binder located in the kitchen/living room area or in the digital property guidebook. While we strive to provide a reliable connection, please note that Wi-Fi signal strength may vary, especially during peak season due to high demand in the area. If you require high-speed internet, we recommend bringing a personal hotspot device. Please remember to bring your streaming service passwords and log out when you leave.
PARKING ⭐ Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles—2 in the garage and 2 in the driveway behind the house. Additional overflow parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis near the community pool and main entrance.
POOLS/HOT TUB ⭐ This home features a private pool in the backyard (heating available Oct–Apr for $65/night + Tax), along with access to 2 community pools in the neighborhood for guests to enjoy. Please note that no alcohol or glass is allowed near the pool. For safety reasons, adding any items to the pool or hot tub, such as bath salts or bath bombs, is not permitted. Any damages or additional cleaning resulting from misuse or additives will incur a $500 fee, including the full replacement cost if necessary. Please review and follow all safety guidelines and use these amenities at your own risk.
BEACH GEAR ⭐ You'll typically find beach gear available in the garage for guest use, including items like bikes, beach chairs, an umbrella, and pool/beach toys. Please note that this is a "leave one, take one" setup, so we can't guarantee what will be available upon your arrival. We kindly ask that you rinse off any sand and return the items neatly to the garage before checking out. Bike helmets are not provided, so please be sure to follow safety guidelines and use the gear at your own risk.
GRILLING ⭐ A gas grill is available for your use in the backyard, and we'll provide the propane! Please remember to clean the grill after use and keep it positioned away from the house.
SECURITY ⭐ In an effort to protect the security of our Homeowners and Guests, there are surveillance cameras on the outside perimeter of the home. Please note the Front Door Surveillance Camera is pointed towards the pool gate and the pool area will be in the frame of the camera coverage. If you touch or tamper with the cameras, you will be asked to leave the property immediately without a refund and will be held responsible for any damages.
PETS ⭐ Absolutely NO PETS. If you bring a pet of any kind, you will be charged an additional $500 per pet and be asked to leave.
BOOKING ⭐ You must be 25+ to book The person booking and paying for the reservation must be a group member staying at the property. Read, review, and sign OUR rental agreement within 48 hours of booking and before check-in. No events or parties are allowed.
CHECK-IN/CHECK OUT ⭐ Check-in any time after 4 pm CST. Check-out is any time before 10 am CST.
EARLY ARRIVALS ⭐We would love to accommodate early arrivals. However, it is nearly impossible during the busy season due to increased traffic delays and a limited workforce. Therefore, if you have an early flight, please plan to book an extra day so that you may check in before 4 pm. If that isn't an option, one of our favorite public beaches is Pompano Joe's in Miramar Beach. It offers large bathrooms, plenty of parking, and a beachside restaurant. Our PCB properties have many options for public beach access, but our favorite would be Public Beach Access 54-57, right in front of Pier Park! Since we are always on a tight schedule, we ask that all guests depart promptly at 10 am CST.
KITCHEN ⭐Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, cookware, bakeware, glasses, mugs, plates, flatware, cooking utensils, coffee maker, and fire extinguisher located under the sink.
SMOKING ⭐NO SMOKING on the premises. You will be charged a minimum of $1000 fee for smoking inside the property.
REFUNDS ⭐Absolutely NO refunds or discounts due to weather, natural disasters, or any other situations beyond our control.
Lastly, HAVE FUN at the beach, but please beware of rip currents, and understand the beach flags!
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About the area
Miramar Beach
Located in Emerald Waters Village, a neighbourhood in Miramar Beach, 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 Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 1 min drive - 2.5 km
Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Pompano Joe's - 12 min walk
Whales Tail - 18 min walk
Kenny D's - 3 min drive
Circle K - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass on 1 May 2026 start from NZ$1,072, 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 Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Salty Shores @ Emerald Waters Village | Private Pool and Waterfalls | Walk to Beach | Free Fun Pass located?
Located in Emerald Waters Village, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Kitchenique. Choctawhatchee Bay and Golf Course At Seascape Resort are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was beautiful and perfect for our families. Short walk to beach, really nice sized pool. Will definitely come back to this house, entire family loved it!
We chose to stay here for our family vacation this summer and we had a blast! There was plenty of space, and the kid nook with toys was a great addition for our littles. Just a short walk to the beach house had a wagon and plenty of beach accessories to use.
This was our 4th time to stay at this location. We love the house it has plenty of room for everyone. The kids love the pool.
Amy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2025
Thank you so much for being a repeat guest! We’re thrilled to hear you love the house and that it has plenty of room for everyone. It’s great to know the kids enjoyed the pool too! We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon. - Forever Vacation Rentals
Great property, the pool was nice and it is close to lots of activities.
Naim D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2024
That awesome! We are so Happy that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you come back and visit again soon. The Beach is calling your name! 🐬🌴
This is our third stay at Salty Shores. We love this house. It has plenty of room and the kids love the pool.
Amy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your third stay at Salty Shores! It's great to know that the house provided plenty of room and that the kids loved the pool. We look forward to welcoming you back for your fourth stay in the future! - Forever Vacation Rentals
We enjoyed the pool and the living space. Having multiple rooms with an en suite is an added bonus. Just a short walk to the beach!
teresa j.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review about your experience at Salt Life. It is always our pleasure to try to make your stay as memorable as this one was. I will let our staff know of your kind words. We look forward to hosting you back again in the near future.
Wonderful family friendly home close to Miramar Beach
Home was exactly as described. Clean, well equipped, great location, close to the beach, close to restaurants, close to grocery store and shopping! Outdoor heated pool and backyard area were amazing! We highly recommend this home!
Ken B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank you Ken and glad your enjoyed your vacation and that everything was spot on for you and yours. I hope your next vacation turns out just as great. Thanks again for the feedback!
Location was fantastic being only a block from the beach.
Property was very nice in most ways and is reflected well in listing. Only thing of note was the bikes could have used some maintenance and had to request beach access code (was given prior month) but received a response quickly.
The location of the property is great. A family oriented neighborhood and close to main strip and beach. The sofa in the family room is deceiving. It is large but not comfortable. Mattresses were a bit lumpy. I guess some of this is to be expected due to different people occupying the house.
Jennifer K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback about our home! We appreciate your comments and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the neighborhood and the proximity to the beach! We apologize that the sofa in the family room was not as comfortable as you had hoped, and that the mattresses were not to your liking. We will certainly take your feedback into consideration and pass it along to the homeowner. Thanks again for your review, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future! - Forever Vacation Rentals
There were 16 of us. 9 adults and 7 kids. Short walk and easy access to the beach. The pool at the house was utilized daily as well. Enough room for us all without being in each other’s way. This was a fabulous bucket list dream come true for me!!
We did not use the free passes…maybe several free to one thing would have been more utilized.
Chereyl S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
I'm so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time with your family at our home! It's great that there was plenty of space for everyone and that the pool was a hit. It's always nice when a bucket list dream comes true. We enjoyed having you as our guest and hope to welcome you back again soon! - Forever Vacation Rentals
The house is laid out well and accommodated our crew perfectly. The pool was amazing, the under stairway retreat was a perfect hideaway for kids and the house was in a great location with nice and new amenities. It was just a short walk to the beach or a quick drive to any Destin Destination. Having the bathrooms in each bedroom offered privacy. The kitchen had all the tools needed for keeping folks fed on the go or a place to sit and hang out. The island in the kitchen was a little big for the space, so it limited having too many cooks in the kitchen. Overall a wonderful place to relax or minutes away from any fun in the sun activity!
Melodie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Wow, thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that the house was a perfect fit for your crew. We're honored that you chose our home for your vacation and we can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience. Thank you again for your lovely words, and here's to more Forever Memories ahead! - Forever Vacation Rentals
We had an unforgettable family vacation at Salty Shores. This home was exactly as stated and more. It was clean and beautiful. Comfortable sectional couch plenty of space. A great little play area for little ones. The bunk room actually has 2 full bunk beds with trundles under each one. A pack and play, potty seat and booster seat for the dining room. The pool was so fun with the fountains and beautiful landscaping. There is a sweet little coffee shop we rode bikes to called Badass Coffee. Best strawberry smoothie I’ve ever had. It was a short walk to the private beach but we like to use a canopy which was prohibited so we walked a little further to the public beach which wasn’t a problem just keep that in mind before lugging all your beach day fun items to the private beach. This place was a gem and I didn’t want to leave!!
Katy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you SO much for your amazing review! We are so happy that you had a wonderful stay at Salty Shores and enjoyed the home and everything this beautiful area has to offer! We loved hosting you and your family and look forward to hosting you again soon! - Forever Vacation Rentals
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jala A.
12 April 2018
Beautiful Home and Location!
We just returned from our stay at Salt Life. It is a beautiful home - staged perfectly. The pool is really the thing that sold us on this house. Most homes in this area did not have pools because the beach is so close but it really helped after a day at the beach, to come back and jump in the pool!
Pros: everything in the home is new, nice large bedrooms, plenty of space for kids and adults! SUPER short walk to the public beach.
Cons: no beach towels (bring your own), there's a lot of construction going on but it was not a big deal, took a bit to get the bikes. Golf Cart only seats 4 people, not 6 as shown in pic. No where to park the golf cart at the beach. Kids room needed some better lighting, so we moved the lamps around. Also the entrance to the beach was busy and you better remember the code or you can't get in or out!! couldn't work the fireplace. Maybe plan to offer some games/cards etc
All in all, loved our stay - thank you!!
Great house, close to beach, awesome pool, needs a deep clean
We loved a lot of things about this property but as others have said it desperately needs a deep clean (dust built up on baseboards, light fixtures, under furniture, base of cabinets, hair on window sills, etc). The house layout and flow was very comfortable for our group of 14 (8 adults, 6 kids ages 1.5-11). Good room size, personal bathroom for each bedroom. Good location, easy walk to the beach. But the “private” beach was so crowded. We ended up doing the beach service, but were in the third row of beach goers until our last day, after many discussions with the service (La Dolce Vita). Maybe it would help if the house came with one service included so we had a better location on the beach near the water (important to us with small children).
Overall we really enjoyed this house. The kid cove was wonderful for my 2 year old. They also already had a pack b play setup for us and a little booster seat in the kitchen closet. It’s within walking distance to the beach! We did have an issue with the pool heater constantly going out on us but maintenance was very responsive. Unfortunately, it didn’t stay heated the whole time but we still enjoyed our stay. Definitely recommend for large groups and groups with kids! Just pack a baby gate for the stairs!
Kayla N.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank you for the review, Kayla! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay at Salt Life 🌞 I apologize for the inconvenience of the pool heat. I'm glad our maintenance was able to help! I'm excited to say we have purchased a new pool heater as well! Thanks again 😊
This home was such a great location to the beach and restaurants. The neighborhood was quiet and quaint. The home was the perfect size for our family offering enough beds and rooms. The only thing that could have been different was more attention to dusting of lights and furniture as well as a few added kitchen utensils to make it even easier for out of state guests to feel like everything they need is right in the home. Would recommend this home to others!
Vicky P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank You Vicky!
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your vacation at Salt Life @ Emerald Waters and that the location was suitable for your stay. It seems that a quiet neighborhood is always a bonus and we are glad that there were plenty of beds and rooms to meet your desired vacation needs.
The dusting of lights and furniture has been noted and for the kitchen utensils, we would have been happy to be notified during your stay to bring more to you.
Thank you for your feedback and hope that your next vacation will be as great as this one was for you!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Judy L.
11 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
House nice but not without problems
Premium price should receive premium service and cleanliness with everything in working order. Not so. Disappointing issues.
- Freezer not working (ice cream was too soft); food not freezing properly; food safety concerns.
- Dirty kitchen (crumbs on counters in multiple places and grime built up all around faucet and sink).
- Need more wash cloths. One per person is ridiculous.
- Kids room with balcony is a BIG safety hazard.
- Broken oven (should have been fixed BEFORE we arrived).
- BBQ grill was dirty.
- No bbq wire brush to clean grill.
- No light bulb in lamp by bed on main floor (hazard). Should have been replaced BEFORE arrival.
- Pool alarm was not working upon arrival … BIG HAZARD FOR CHILDREN!
- Trash should have been gone upon arrival not left for US to deal with!
- Pool hose was not working upon arrival.
- Broken top drawer in the dresser of bedroom on main floor. It fell out and hit my hand giving me bruises and a mark (I have a picture of it). Very upsetting. This caused me to have an injury that should not have happened and now I have to live with the pain and healing because of the owners negligence
We loved this house and the location. Beach was an easy walk with a gate access and the neighborhood was great. House was great for a big family and has everything you could possibly need. I also loved the parking and garage for this house it was much bigger than most other properties we have stayed at in Florida.
madison p.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa L.
29 May 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice home.. need to pay closer attention to detail
This was a nice home with a few exceptions. The kitchen was spacious although the one of the ovens went out the second day. The repair guy was out the next day to work in it. We also had a little issue with the pool, but they were responsive In order to correct the problem quickly. The house cleanliness is a 3. There was cobwebs in a number of the bedrooms and on the lamps where more attention was necessary. Additionally, the floor and throw rugs needed to be cleaned. Rugs had spots on it and walking across the floor after 10 mins the bottom of our feet were dark from dirt. I paid a premium price and I expected the property to be prestine. Overall we had a good stay.
This place gave us everything. A swimming pool and space for everyone. We were able to ride bikes do different activities. The neighborhood was nice very close to the beach. A wonderful experience.
Crystal J.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
Our group enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, and we were walking distance to the beach.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We look forward to having you book your vacation with us again.
About the host
Hosted by Forever Vacation Rentals
At Forever Vacation Rentals, we believe that vacations should feel effortless and memorable, and homeowners should feel confident their property is in the best hands. That's why our team goes above and beyond every single day...caring for homes, welcoming guests, and making sure the details are done right.
We're a local company built on relationships and community. From our housekeeping and maintenance crew to our guest services and operations team, every person plays a vital role in creating experiences that make guests want to return year after year. It's not just about managing properties... it's about creating a feeling of home, even while on vacation.
Giving back is part of who we are. We proudly support local animal shelters, Tunnel to Towers, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital because we believe our success should also make a difference in the lives of others.
At Forever Vacation Rentals, our promise is simple: treat every home like it's our own and every guest like family. Because when vacations are easy, the memories last forever.
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