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Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!

Lakefront apartment with water park and fitness centre

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Exterior
Pool
Beach
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 22426 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!

Unobstructed, permanent gulf views don`t get any better than this... 180 degrees of snow white beaches and emerald green waters from every vantage point. Custom Coastal inspired retreat with a private, heated pool in exclusive gated Destiny West subdivision with community center, tennis, picket ball, basketball and pool. Walk less than 50 steps just across the street to one of our coast`s widest stretch of public beaches.





Beach house has private pool, 8 bedrooms & 6.5 bathrooms. Sleeps 22!



LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!



LESS THAN 50 STEPS TO THE SAND

PRIVATE POOL & HOT TUB

NEW 2021 OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH GAS GRILL, ICE MAKER, REFRIGERATOR

UNOBSTRUCTED GULF VIEW FROM ALL 3 LEVELS

COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST

NEWLY RENOVATED JANUARY 2021 PAINTED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR FURNITURE



WATCH THE DOLPHINS SWIM BY

UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE GULF AND BEACH

NEW COASTAL DECOR AND FURNITURE

AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM ON EACH LEVEL

HIGH SPEED WIFI ON EACH LEVEL

ELEVATOR, HEATED POOL, HOT TUB AND BEACH CHAIRS (AMENITY FEE)

VIEW SERENE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS FROM PRIVATE DECKS



Private Gated subdivision with access code given at checkin

Front door has access code to be used by all guests

Back gate behind house gives full access to the beach!



Private gated subdivision with area community pool, tennis, pickle ball and basketball. Fitness center access with key given to our guests with no extra charge!



Check in is 4:00 PM... Early check in when available for $295 fee! Head to the beach or pool!



Checkout is 9:00 AM...Late checkout to 11:00 AM when available $295 fee!



Pool and hot tub heat is $150/day or $895/wk

Pool is heated to 85 degrees & Hot tub to 100 degrees*

*The valves turn from the pool and heat the hot tub 4 PM to 10 PM



Elevator usage fee of $395/stay! Highly recommended for senior guests, quickly get groceries and drinks to kitchen on level 2, or to transport luggage to the third level!



Beach chair Rentals....$10/day/chair or $50/week/chair. Tommy Bahama light weight chairs with drink holders and small lined cooling area for ice! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR STAY. NO NEED TO BRING BEACH CHAIRS FROM HOME OR PURCHASE!



Pet friendly $500/pet... house trained small dogs

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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9.8 out of 10, (61 reviews)
UNBELIEVABLE GULF VIEWS ,STEPS TO THE SAND...PERFECT VACATION HOME !!

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests must sign our Rental Agreement prior to arrival. Access to the home will not be granted until the Rental Agreement is executed.

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this apartment 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! have a pool?

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

Is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very informative and the house was great with a wonderful location steps from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in awe of the breath taking views of the gulf all 3 floors of the house had to offer. The house was beautiful, well taken care of, cleaned & stocked with all your beach necessities! David was a great host & communicator. Just do yourself a favor & book now! You won’t regret it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha S.

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

Adventures

Absolutely our best stay yet! The home is spectacular the beach was breathtaking. Our family goes to Destin every summer we enjoy it so much. Thank you David for making sure our stay was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ionut c.

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

Amazing view!

Very clean and spacious house. David was a great host and help accommodate all our needs. We'll definitely come back to this luxurious property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley M.

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

Amazing place!

Me and my family stayed 6 nights at the fleur-de-lis and it was everything described and so much more! Its an awesome place from location to the pool and all the amenities. David the owner is very responsive to any and all questions. He went above and beyond! If you are on the fence about booking this property don’t hesitate, book it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great house, great location

As a family we have been doing beach vacations for many years. We have always done condos. This was our first time renting a beach house. We couldn’t have picked a better home. The house itself had every amenity we could hope for plus the location (and ocean views) were perfect. David is an excellent host. He met us our first day and gave a walk through which was very helpful. We had a great week and we’re already planning our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Wisconsin group of friends

Everything was fantastic! Cannot say 1 negative thing. This was our groups 3rd trip together and everyone agreed that we will be back here. David , the owner, answered every question we had so quickly and accommodated us greatly. House is beautiful. We will be back in April 2025.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth and Tim L., Johnstown

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

family vacation

property was very good however owner charged excessive amount for pool heat at 150 per day and 395 to use elevator. charging those items at those prices put a damper on whole experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Delighted in Destin

Our stay in Destin was amazing. We have visited many locations and stayed in many rentals and Fleur De Lis was the the best! Check in process was seamless. David is a very attentive owner and will make sure your stay is amazing. The location of the home is perfection. Our days consisted of travelling from the pool to the beach. Tough life. Temperature controls on each level are an added amenity. Speakers on each level were great too. Beds are extremely comfortable. I would highly recommend staying at this gorgeous home. Bring you binoculars to watch the dolphins swim by every morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

5 star vacation!

What an amazing week at a phenomenal house. Our family of 18 included 6 kids ages 5 and under. In spite of this there was space for everyone and we never felt crowded. Everything in the house is high quality and the beds are so comfortable. This was by far the nicest house I’ve ever had the pleasure of renting and we’ve been making annual beach trips for over 20 years. David was an amazing host and spent over an hour with us the day we arrived to ensure we understood how everything worked. The house is much smarter than I am so this time with David was invaluable. There were no surprises as everything is as described. As a result, we’ll definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslea M.

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

Fleur-de-lis is fantastic!

We loved this house! It was perfect for a two week stay with our adult children and two grandchildren. The house was spotless. Great water pressure in bathrooms, bedrooms had new linens, and the living room had plenty of room for our family of 8. The beach is literally steps away, and if you don’t want to head to the beach, you can choose one of the porches to have an unobstructed view of the ocean. The kitchen is well appointed and there is plenty of room for all the cooks. The grill worked great. The kids used the workout facility and we walked the neighborhood daily. We walked to the Crab Trap and Camille’s to pick up dinner a few nights. David was quick to respond when we had a question. The elevator came in handy! We are already planning our next visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Family Vacation May 2024

We stayed at this home May 11-18th with 14 family members. Our first impression was that this home is magnificent! The views are breath taking from every level. The beach is directly across from the house, only steps away. We found it to be very well equipped in the kitchen with the exception of stemmed wine glasses. Plastic wine glasses were available in abundance. The sound system in the house was awesome with every room having its own volume control. Bath towels were abundant. All beach necessities are available in the garage; beach chairs, noodles, canopy, floating devices, etc. which we found to be a great perk! All in all, the group as a whole had zero complaints. The owner was very communicative when we had questions. My only recommendation would be that a book with all important information about the home would be helpful for renters and also reduce phone calls and texts with questions. We would love to visit again and highly recommend this home for your large group. It was an amazing trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location to walk to the beach was convenient and super easy. The bedrooms with their own bathrooms worked out perfect for our couples trip. David was quick to respond to any needs we had!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Owner met us upon arrival. Very nice accommodations, clean and most beautiful view ever. Great restaurants all around. We enjoyed our time in Destin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5-Star Review: Exceptional Beach House in Destin, FloridaThis beach house in Destin, Florida, exceeds expectations with its stunning ocean views and luxurious amenities. The kitchen features top-tier Subzero appliances, ensuring a premium cooking experience. The adjacent pool is impeccably maintained, complemented by an integrated indoor-outdoor sound system that enhances relaxation throughout the property. Gated access to the clubhouse provides exclusive use of a well-equipped workout room and a spacious lap pool, among other facilities. David, the owner, delivered an outstanding walkthrough presentation, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail. Highly recommended for a refined coastal retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a relaxing week in a beautiful home. The owner/property manager was very responsive and extremely helpful. David and his family made everything from booking, check in and check out simple and pain free. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous vacation! This home is nothing short of perfect for your family vacation. David was the best host. He met us at the house right at check in and gave us a detailed tour-showing us how to use the sound system, the lighting and answered any questions we had. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Plenty of space for our large group. Comfortable beds, nice linens, very clean, easy walk to the beach and local restaurants. David was always quick to respond to any questions I had leading up to our stay and while we were there. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week at this beautiful property! You will have a fantastic view and lots of space to relax. The owner goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and understand how to operate the many extra features of this house. We had 7 adults, 1 teenager, and 6 children ages four and under. In our opinion, everything was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Great house in a great location!

David was easy to work with. This was our second time staying at one of his properties and we’ve been very happy with both of them. We’ll do business with him again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

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

Spring Break

Great location! Can’t beat it. House has everything you would need to cook with. Super comfy beds. We had a great trip. Can’t wait to visit again. Thanks David!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara J.

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

Beautiful Labor Day Getaway

My husband and I gathered our close friends and their children for our first non multi-unit condo Destin vacation, and we are never looking back! The peacefulness of having a place (particularly a pool!!!) all to yourself makes this property beyond worth it. The location can’t be beat - steps from the beach and The Crab Trap, plus just a short drive back west to the harbor or east to Baytowne Wharf. David was so easy to work with whenever we had questions or concerns. Don’t wait to book!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Watch the ocean from your porch!

My family of 18 had a wonderful vacation while staying in "watch the dolphins swim by" house. It was just as described. The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. I loved all the art work and decorating touches to make the house feel beachy, if that is a word. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, silverware and cooking pots. There was plenty of room for food we bought. It was nice having a washer and dryer on the first and third floors. We paid for the elevator which came in handy when we first arrived and when we left. We really did not need it during the week. The pool was cleaned three times while we were there. That was very nice. The pool was a bit smaller than expected but room enough for 7 children to have fun. The shower/hose was nice to rinse off after coming in from the beach. There are a ton of beach chairs, boogie boards and children's beach toys in the garage. There were also two wagons to haul things to the beach. My favorite part was the covered deck/patio from the 2nd level. It had plenty of chairs to sit, people watch and enjoy the ocean. The moon over the water was beautiful. It was nice being so close to the beach. Put up your tent/chairs early since the front row gets filled quickly. It was convenient to be able to walk to the restaurant across the street. It had great food too. I had suggested to the owner that they might add some cushions to the pool chaise lounges. I would stay at this rental again! The owners were very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

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

Wonderful stay

David and his wife were exceptional hosts. David met us at the house to welcome us and gave us excellent information about the house. Any issues or questions we had, were addressed promptly. The home had many amenities (everything we needed and then some). Decor was beautiful, beds comfortable, and location was perfect. Our family was there for a group vacation. Nineteen of us stayed and we never felt crowded. We recommend this property for large families. Thank you David for sharing your beautiful vacation property with us!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste J.

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

Best vacation ever!!

I cannot say enough about this house and the hosts! The house is incredible and easily accommodated our crew of 16. This was our 1st trip with 2 families and we cannot wait to do it again! The hosts were lovely and so helpful with anything we needed. Do not look at any other houses, this house is perfect in every way. The location could not be any better, the house made us feel like celebrities. The space allowed for everyone to come together, but also had a places to go if they needed alone time. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Dubiel Owner - White Sand Beach Properties, LLC

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⚜️We have been coming to Emerald Coast/Destin with our 7 children since 1989. As you can tell we are very pro family! We purchased Fleur-de-lis for this reason! We needed space primarily bedroom and bathrooms for everyone to be happy including the spouses of our children and future grandchildren. We had a very difficult time finding a home near the beach with lots of bedrooms with views of the beach! We rented condos, homes and hotel rooms over the years from Navarre Beach to Santa Rosa Beach. We are very particular and family type owners knowing what Renters are looking for! After searching real estate properties for over 13 years, we knew we found the perfect place for our family vacation or long weekend getaways to invite our friends to the beach!

Why they chose this property

⚜️ LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!! ⚜️
⚜️LESS THAN 50 STEPS TO THE SAND
⚜️PRIVATE POOL & HOT TUB
⚜️NEW 2021 OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH GAS GRILL, ICE MAKER, REFRIGERATOR
⚜️UNOBSTRUCTED GULF VIEW FROM ALL 3 LEVELS
⚜️COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST
⚜️NEWLY RENOVATED JANUARY 2021 PAINTED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR FURNITURE

What makes this property unique

⚜️WATCH THE DOLPHINS SWIM BY
⚜️UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE GULF AND BEACH
⚜️NEW COASTAL DECOR AND FURNITURE
⚜️AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM ON EACH LEVEL
⚜️HIGH SPEED WIFI ON EACH LEVEL
⚜️ELEVATOR, HEATED POOL, HOT TUB AND BEACH CHAIRS (AMENITY FEE)
⚜️VIEW SERENE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS FROM PRIVATE DECKS

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