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Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort

Lakefront cottage with water park and outdoor pool

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The most beautiful white sugar sand is awaiting you at the Justus Cottage!
FamilyRoomw/ 65" Smart TV, tavern table, sofa(queen pullout),loveseat, sidechair
Great Room open to screen porch and Kitchen
Queen size sleeper sofa and love seat
View from Foyer into our cottage

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Baytowne Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort

The JUSTUS COTTAGE is your home away from home. Nestled in a cool, lush and quiet setting of water oaks and native plants, this easily accessible first floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath cottage features a wonderful floorplan with fresh, new appointments and free high speed internet. Hidden Dunes Beach & Tennis Resort is a 27 acre gated community with 24 hour security, SELF CHECK IN in the popular Sandestin area of Destin. The resort comprises a freshwater lake, walking paths with reflecting pools and fountains, 3 large pools (1 heated in winter) scattered throughout the property with hot tubs, cottages, outdoor gas grills for the convenience of visitors, a basketball court and a top-rated tennis and pickleball facility with 5 rubico tennis courts, 5 pickleball courts, 2 fulltime teaching professionals, clinics and a tennis shop to aid scheduling of matches, shop and hang out! The design, construction and landscaping enhance Hidden Dunes natural beauty and help provide its quiet, secluded and private ambience devoid of shuttle buses, traffic and noise. The safe neighborhood is perfect for children of all ages, and allow safe exploration, walking and biking. Please be sure to check out our virtual tour (found just above our photos below).

MASTER SUITE tempts you to stay a while with its beautiful King Poster Bed, sitting room, Flat ScreenTV, ceiling fan, switched bedside lamps, blinds/custom drapes, large walk in closet and spacious luxuriant private bath with shower & bench and large oval soaking tub. SECOND BEDROOM, located on the other side of the cottage by separate hall bath, has two oversized twin beds with exciting new vibrant and inviting bed linens and fun green wall color, ceiling fan, switched lamp, interior blinds, together with plenty of drawer and closet storage space.

Very open living space with lots of light. The Foyer opens into the GREAT ROOM which in turn opens to the Kitchen, Dining Area and screen porch. The Great Room features plenty of seating with its new sleeper sofa, matching loveseat, comfy oversized pillow chair, 50" Smart TV and ceiling fan. Banquet-sized tavern table in Dining Area seats 6 or more and is the perfect complement to the beautiful wrought iron nautical chandelier. Fully equipped KITCHEN, with everything you want, has its own serving bar and 3 stools for those quick lunch sandwiches or snacks. The Kitchen also features a double bowl stainless steel sink that looks out to the SCREEN PORCH with its inviting outdoor living space and its own serving bar, 3 stools, 5' wicker/glass table, 4 chairs and ceiling fan. The screen porch is completed with lots of FUN/BEACH ARTWORK and opens directly out to the resort's reflecting fountain and pools that meander through the interior of Hidden Dunes.

The flooring in all the main living areas (except for the plush carpet found in the bed chambers and ceramic tile in the baths) is a very thick decorator stone. The stone is then covered in many areas with rugs. Washer/dryer, lots of storage, separate food pantry, coat closets, etc.

The Justus Cottage (Cottage 168) at Hidden Dunes is a great beach vacation home in a wonderful location, on the beach side and just west of Sandestin. With its gated entrance and 24 hour security, it offers the peace and tranquility you are looking for on vacation. It's only a short stroll to the beach or use the seasonal tram service. USPTA Tennis & Pickleball pro on-site. New pickleball courts too! Hidden Dunes is located near fabulous outlet shopping at Silver Sands, wonderful restaurants and all of the fun activities offered by this vacation paradise.

Please ask for JUSTUS COTTAGE, B168, Listing #193084, MENTION THAT YOU FOUND US IN VRBO! Also please be sure to let us know if you have any special events coming up during your visit such as a birthday, anniversary or honeymoon!

Our cottage is nestled in Hidden Dunes' twenty-seven acres of beautiful landscaping. The Resort is masterfully designed, constructed and landscaped to enhance the natural beauty of the beaches and creates a unique sense of privacy.
There is an open air tram system for quick and easy access to all amenities (seasonal), including, the most beautiful white, sugar sand beaches in North America, championship Rubico clay tennis courts, USPTA certified professional tennis staff with professionally supervised tennis clinics and round robins, pickle ball courts, 24 hour security/courtesy patrols,lighted basketball court,three swimming pools (one heated) with Jacuzzis, walking trails with gazebo, lake and lakeside deck,reflecting pools and flowing fountains all over the place and a playground area for children. There are many Little League tournaments in our area of Florida. Many of our guests enjoy our home as a convenient, fun place to enjoy while attending these events.

Just next door are championship golf courses and the famous Silver Sands Factory Stores – over 60 stores in walking distance. Down the road (maybe 10-15 minutes) is Destin Commons Mall - open-air lifestyle center offering shopping, dining and entertainment. There is deep sea fishing, sailing, windsurfing, parasailing and other water sports available nearby as well and when you want to treat yourself to lunch or dinner out.. there are over one hundred nearby restaurants.
Hidden Dunes is located directly on the Gulf of Mexico which means that nothing stands in the way of you and a relaxing day on the sugar-white shores of the Gulf. Our seasonal beach service and beach walkover offers more private beach access than any location in the area.Relax around neighborhood pools and enjoy the beautiful emerald waters and dunes with tall palm trees and natural vegetation. Hot tubs are available for guests to unwind after a great day of tennis or a long day of walking the shoreline. Other amenities include natural gas grills, lighted basketball court, clubhouse, wireless internet, screen porch, complimentary tram service (seasonal), 24-hour gated security and seasonal beach service.Beach service is provided by White Diamond .

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
Children are going to love the Justus Cottage!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not smoke. This is a non-smoking unit.
Bookings are only possible for specific date ranges listed and rates provided under our Rate Page at VRBO/Homeaway site.
Guests must read and accept the Rental Agreement. By booking with Homeaway/VRBO, guests indicate they have read and agreed.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sirens at the Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Baytowne Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sandcastles Restaurant and Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bistrology - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪BBB Big Bad Breakfast - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort have a pool?

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

Is Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Dunes 1stFl, 2BR2BA, Steps to Beach, Pool,Lake,Pickleball,Tennis Resort located?

This family-friendly Miramar Beach cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Sirens at the Beach and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 168 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edwina K.

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

Great location great place

Had a wonderful Sisters retreat
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Norma S.

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

Beach house

We love walking distance to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

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

Wonederful stay

Our family had a great time staying here! The cottage was settled nicely in a beautiful location surrounded by plants and welcoming walkways to the beach or pools. They also offer a beach tram to take you to the beach if you would like. The beach was absolutely amazing, with soft white sand and clear emerald waters. It was a very relaxing vacation and we would definitely book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great vacation

We definitely enjoyed our stay and thought the unit was nice and clean. We definitely enjoyed being close to the pool and hot tub. Owners were very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kasia p.

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

Wonderful Condo!!!

Lots of space! Great location. Pools, beach access, grills, etc. My family and I love this place and will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., St. Louis USA

Cozy and comfortable with a short walk to the beach!

My family and I enjoyed our stay at Justus Cottage. The community was very well kept and the cottage was super cozy with everything we needed. Everything was just a short walk away - the pools, the beach, the pond, etc... We would definitely stay here again. Thank you, Scott and Lisa for your hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Love Hidden Dunes

Loved the location, walking distance to beach and even grocery store and outlet mall! I enjoyed biking from the cottage. Bike lanes and bike paths to Port Washington State Park along with off road Singletrack trails in the park. We were there during the January snowstorm but it was -19F at our home in Minnesota, so no problems there. The unit could use a few updates, but it worked well.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly L.

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

Lovely place to stay

We had a wonderful vacation in Cottage 168. The walk to the beach was not too far and our “backyard” was peaceful and beautiful. We also enjoyed the pool. The cottage was nice-a bit older-but clean and comfortable. The quick communication with Lisa was appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

RONALD K.

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

Everything was real nice. Enjoyed the property, kids loved the pool.

Only issue was the screen on back porch. We just happened to stayed when the mosquitos were not bad. We spent a lot of time back there as it was cool and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dara T.

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

Quiet and restful

Easy rental process no problems at all. The property does need some TLC but nothing that drew away from our intended purpose-Rest and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

tracy w.

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

Great place

Cozy little cottage. Nice area. Everything you need. Owners are very accommodating and helpful. Great pool area! Not far from beach but there was no tram as listed. Plan to return every chance I get!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

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

Great place in Hidden Dunes

Condo was a very short walk to pool and about 10 minutes to the beach. It was clean and had plenty of space for our family of 5. Master is very spacious. Would have loved more hooks to hang towels/bathing suits. Overall, it was a nice place to stay at a great price. Check in was super easy and we didn't have any issues with the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Extremely comfortable and close to the beach

The Justus Cottage was perfect for my family. We have 3 children ages 9-13 and we all had a blast! The cottage is very clean and well kept. Also, although it's a short walk to the water...a golf cart that seats up to 8 ppl can be called to pick you up if you have a lot to carry to and from the beach. We really enjoyed our stay and the feel of a close community among the other guests there. Will definitely book this cottage again in the future!

6/10 Okay

Amber I.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

The pool is great! The walkways are beautiful. Layout of condo is nice. But needs some updates.

Fun time at the pool, nice walk ways. Beautiful landscaping. Loved the screened in porch. Nice layout of condo. Twin bed in the 2nd bedroom was leaning and too uncomfortable for my son to sleep in.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Clean property, quiet setting, easy walk to the beach

We had a great week at the Justus Cottage. The condo was clean and supplied with everything listed in the description. The condo is close to one of the two pools and the screened porch looks out on a water feature with fountains. We had plenty of room for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. The walk to the beach is easy & pretty, but there's also a tram that runs throughout the day and a few beach-adjacent parking spaces. We especially enjoyed the convenience of being close to Highway 98 while still being in a quiet, peaceful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Lisa and Scott were super to work with

We loved the layout of the condo and the neighborhood, also enjoyed the short walk to the beach. We felt right at home. The only so called complaint was that there was a bit of a moldy smell at first in the condo. We bought a couple of candles and sprayed everything with Lysol…..also several days we were able to air out the place by opening the doors which helped. It’s not due to the owners because I know that the humidity in Florida is the cause of this. I would definitely stay there again if Lisa and Scott will allow us to do so. We are planning on moving to Florida within the year and will need a place to stay again! Thank you so much Lisa and Scott!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie M.

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

Great Staf

Checkin was a breeze. Owner provided all needed info a few days in advance. Unit was clean and looked just like the pictures. Kitchen is stocked very well. Some parts of the unit could use a bit of TLC (kitchen cabinets, back door screen, but these are cosmetic only. Easy walk to pools, tennis courts and the beach. Very close to the shops at Baytowne Wharf, restaurants, etc. Neighbors with 3 kids upstairs were loud, but that’s a roll of the dice anywhere, and we didn’t bother complaining. Overall, it was worth it and a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Birthday Getaway

Our cottage was everything and more that the pictures advertised. We drank hot tea on the charming screened porch with a view of the fountain and paths that ran through the units. The Magnolia trees made a canopy shade and all sorts of shrubs, ferns and other plants enhanced the property. If we were tennis players, we would not have needed to wait for any of the various courts. If we had wanted to swim, there were beautiful pools. In a 2 minute drive we could walk a short path to the pristine beach with powder - like sand and the emerald water! The kitchen was more than fully equipped.with more utensils than we have or need at our own home, nothing was lacking! It was the perfect gift for my husband’s 82nd birthday! God provided the right place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

MacKenzie B.

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

A Beautiful Quiet Spot in FL

Pros - quiet private property, surrounded by beautiful landscaping! We enjoyed walking around the area. 2 min walk to heated pool, another 2 min walk to the beach. The beach is absolutely beautiful! Enough room for our family of 5 with a full kitchen. Close to some good restaurants too (Louis Louis was our favorite!) overall a good community with nice community amenities. Cons - The unit needs small updates and things fixed, such as the screen door. Beds in the kids room are on wrong size frame, so beds flip up if you sit on the edge (my 7 year old thought this was fun….but she almost got hurt a few times). Also there was silly string on walls in kids room? Our biggest issue was the roaches….we have a crawling baby and would find multiple dead roaches on the ground every morning (and some crawling in our bathroom one night!) owner was made aware and pest control contacted, but it was still difficult having a baby and dead roaches to find every morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

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

Ehrig

They were doing outside work on the unit the whole week we rented from 8 o’clock in the morning to 5 o’clock in the afternoon you could not even stay in the unit with how loud It was,hammering saws, banging things in the unit were falling off the walls and we kept hanging them back up, it made it not very enjoyable and no downtime from out of the sun or the beach areas because it was so loud. We cannot occupy space on outside deck, or long as the deck door to access pools, etc. because it was blocked off from the construction and obviously if that’s where the construction was you didn’t want to be on the deck eating or playing games due to the fact that they were right outside your window. If the owner knew this by the condo association, I would’ve liked to of been informed and been able to book a different unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice Cottage, with everything you need.Even there are small things in the Cottage that could be refurbished, it felt like Home and was very comfortable. Excellent Location, two Pools close to the Cottage and 5 min. Walk to the Beach.Shops and Outlet Shopping within a 10 min drive.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

Perfect getaway

Lovely cottage, lovely owner, wonderful property!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Cozy, quiet and affordable

We absolutely loved our stay here! The Justus cottage was perfect! In a quiet and safe area, close to the beach, comfortable beds. So very affordable for all the above!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

Mike and Doreen

Location is very nice – near Water Features. Pools, beach easily accessible, host very responsive to inquiries. Kitchen well supplied.
Stayed 63 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Fun Spring Break

We love Hidden Dunes! We have been coming here for years. The owner was accommodating and had great communication. We would stay here again. Fun spring break week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Scott and Lisa Justus

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Hello. We are Scott and Lisa Justus, and we live in Villa Rica, GA. We have 3 children and are delighted that you are visiting with us.

Why they chose this property

We love Hidden Dunes and have been coming to the area since college days at Auburn (many years ago). Growing up in Birmingham/Atlanta (for Lisa) and Asheville, N.C. (for Scott), the white sugar sand beaches of this area have always seemed to be calling our names. We never want to leave. We live in Atlanta now and can be at our beach house in an easy 5 1/2 hour drive. Hidden Dunes was a beach tennis/pickleball resort Scott and I admired for many years. We met playing ALTA tennis in Atlanta (he beat me in mixed doubles) and thought this was a PERFECT place for our family's beach home. We chose the perfect cottage located in the lush landscaping of this amazing secluded beach paradise (near the beach, pool, basketball, pickleball and tennis).

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is nestled in Hidden Dunes' twenty-seven acres of beautiful landscaping. The Resort is masterfully designed, constructed & landscaped to enhance the natural beauty of the beaches and creates a unique sense of privacy.
There is an open air tram system for quick and easy access to all amenities (seasonal), including, the most beautiful white, sugar sand beaches in North America,six championship Rubico clay tennis courts, pickleball courts & USPTA certified professional tennis staff with professionally supervised tennis/pickleball clinics & round robins,24 hr security/courtesy patrols,lighted basketball court,three swimming pools (one heated) with Jacuzzis, walking trails with gazebo, lake and lakeside deck,reflecting pools & flowing fountains all over the place and a playground area for children.
Just next door are championship golf courses & the famous Silver Sands Factory Stores – over 60 stores in walking distance. Down the road (maybe 10-15 minutes) is Destin Commons Mall - open-air lifestyle center offering shopping, dining and entertainment. There is deep sea fishing, sailing, windsurfing, parasailing & other water sports available nearby as well & when you want to treat yourself to lunch or dinner out.. there are over one hundred nearby restaurants.
Hidden Dunes is located directly on the Gulf of Mexico which means that nothing stands in the way of you and a relaxing day on the sugar-white shores of the Gulf. Our seasonal beach service & beach walkover offers more private beach access than any location in the area.Relax around neighborhood pools and enjoy the beautiful emerald waters and dunes with tall palm trees & natural vegetation. Hot tubs are available for guests to unwind after a great day of tennis or a long day of walking the shoreline. Other amenities include natural gas grills, lighted basketball court, clubhouse, wireless internet, screen porch, complimentary tram service (seasonal), 24hour gated security & seasonal beach service.

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