Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home

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A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a road.
A beach with two blue umbrellas and a sandy path leading to the water.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.
A well-maintained backyard with artificial grass, a small pool, and a white building with a balcony.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Destin Commons

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • James Lee Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home have a pool?

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

Is Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Star of the Sea, Stunning Oceanfront Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is just steps away from Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
House was beautiful BUT filthy!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 21 October 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and we are so glad you found the house beautiful! However, we want to respectfully address your cleanliness concern, as we take it very seriously. As part of our policy, our cleaning team thoroughly cleans the property and takes detailed photos upon completion. Our inspectors then come in separately and take their own photos to verify that everything meets our standards before every single guest arrival. We have all of that documentation on file, and it does not reflect the cleanliness issues described in this review. We also went above and beyond by bringing additional new sheets to the property around 9 PM after check-in to demonstrate our dedication to making sure every guest is comfortable and well taken care of.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised. Very pleased with the stay. Would consider it again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review. We would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, the location was amazing and we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home and that the location worked out so perfectly for your stay. It’s always great to know our guests had such a great time, and we truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us. We’d love to host you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beyond our Expectations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family and friends truly enjoyed our week long stay in September. We purposely chose a date after school old had gone back and were delighted with our stay. The location is ideal. You literally walk down a new staircase direct into the sand and a cordoned off private area for this home and a few others. Chairs and umbrellas are set out each morning and taken in at 5:00pm. The area has numerous dining options. Great stay. Highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are so thrilled to hear that your family and friends had such a great week long stay and that choosing a date after school was back in session made for such a delightful and relaxing experience. That is such a smart tip for future guests! We love that the location was ideal and that the direct walk down to the private sandy area was such a highlight. Having chairs and umbrellas set out each morning and taken in each evening is truly such a wonderful perk and makes beach days so effortless. We are also glad you got to enjoy all the great dining options the area has to offer. We truly appreciate the kind recommendation and would absolutely love to welcome your family and friends back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best Vacation Ever -Star of the Sea

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have leased several home's in the Destin, Fort Walton area and this is by far the most satisfying experience we have ever had. The house checks all the boxes from being clean to service and help from the management team. We had a problem with the cart and they were on it in a matter of minutes.I will book this home again!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2026
Thank you so much for this incredible review! Hearing that this was by far the most satisfying experience you have ever had in the Destin and Fort Walton area after leasing several homes truly means the world to us and is the highest compliment we could receive. We take a lot of pride in making sure every detail is taken care of, from cleanliness to communication and responsive service, so knowing that all came through for you is wonderful. We are also so glad our management team was able to get the golf cart issue resolved so quickly. That is exactly the level of service we always strive to provide for every guest. We cannot wait to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at this house. Stunning home and views. 10 out of 10!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful stay and enjoyed the stunning home and beautiful views. Your “10 out of 10” truly means the world to us! We would love to host you again for another unforgettable getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin

Great location. Very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We would love to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week with family

House was well decorated and had space for everyone! Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you for your review and we are so glad you enjoyed this amazing home! We appreciate you and hope you will visit us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Star of the Sea

Excellent place to stay - very clean easy access to the beach. Will certainly make plans to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Wonderful to hear, we look forward to your return! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Vacation l

Everything was beautiful and clean! Will definitely book this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2023
Thank you so much! We really appreciate, come see us anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Immaculate

Beautiful House! Perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We hope to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation and Celebration

We just wrapped up a weeklong stay at this property and the whole experience was amazing. The property is huge and had plenty of room for our large family. The bunk room was great for kids and the location on the beach can’t be beat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
We are so glad to hear you enjoyed this amazing property! The location is perfect for large families and the views are a staff favorite. Thank you so much for sharing about your experience and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at Star of The Sea

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and again it was beautiful. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Wonderful, we are so happy you enjoy this extraordinary home, we really appreciate you and hope to see you again soon. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

We had a great time here. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 5 children. The beach and private pool kept the kids entertained. Everything was clean and nicely decorated. Plus 5 days of perfect weather!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! We're thrilled to hear your group had a great time and that the space worked well for both the adults and kids. It’s wonderful to know the private pool and beach helped keep the little ones entertained, and that you enjoyed such perfect weather during your stay. We’re glad everything was clean and comfortable for you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

This property is amazing. The view, pool, cleanliness, furnishings, ample parking made this property one of our favorites. We will visit again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you very much for the great review Lisa! We love this awesome house too and you cannot beat the amazing views and location on the beach! We are so glad you enjoyed it and look forward to your next visit! BBV
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Star of the Sea sparkled

Nice property and a great location right on the beach. Very comfortable set up with generous parking. It was a great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you very much for the great review Vincent! This is definitely a gorgeous property in a perfect beach location! We are so glad you had a great trip! Come back and see us again! BBV
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This place is absolutely gorgeous! Well worth the money!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2024
Thank you for your kind words and we are so glad you enjoyed this home, it really is amazing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a large group

Star of the Sea was the perfect setting for our group’s beach trip. The kids loved having a sleepover in the bunk room, and each couple was appreciative of having their own king sized bed. Being able to see the beach from the pool was a big plus, as was being able to see the pool from the living area. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you so much for sharing about your experience and we are so happy you enjoyed this special home, its perfect for a large group. We hope you will stay with us again in the near future, have a wonderful summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super convenient

Great location for all the necessities. All our favorite restaurants were minutes away and anything else we needed to stock up on was just a short drive away. House was awesome and the beach was just steps away. Definitely doing a return trip in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words and we hope to see you again in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location on the beach. Not real populated area!

App was nice. Would suggest additional towels for bathing and in kitchen and additional cookie sheets.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Hi Claire, Thank you for a review and feedback for our property. We will make sure we bring extra towels and cookie sheets for the next guest, your feedback is important to us. This is very beautiful house with private pool and directly on the beach which is nice perks. Thank you staying with us and come back & stay with us on your future vacations. Kind Regards, Lyza A. BBV
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house on a great beach

Beautiful house and beachfront. Very nice back porch and covered pool; very nice for little ones. Also had a good stock of beach toys. We really enjoyed it. Just one small suggestion - it would have been nice to have a larger pot for boiling water and such.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for the great feedback Brenda! Beachfront house is always a great place to stay and enjoy Sunrise, Sunset and watch the beach waves. We will keep in mind the larger pot suggestion. We love this gorgeous property too and we are so glad you had a great time! Come back and visit again! BBV
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The best vacation ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent! The house is absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for your review, Jodie! We're so happy you were able to enjoy our Star of the Sea! The updated design makes it stand apart from everyone else. We hope to see you again! BBV
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great week

House overall meet our needs. Great location and views. Beach set up was a great perk. A few minor maintenance issues some fixed while we were there others not. Saw 2 huge roaches in the kitchen but hey it’s Florida. Overall a great week and would definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear the home met your needs and that you enjoyed the location, views, and beach setup—it really is a great perk! We appreciate your patience with the minor maintenance issues and are addressing the remaining ones promptly. As for the roaches, you're right—Florida's tropical climate does bring some unwelcome visitors from time to time, but we do have regular pest control in place and will be sure to follow up. We’re thrilled you had a great week overall and would love to host you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beyond Blue Vacations Team did an Excellent Job with communication and follow-up! The property was Amazing. Very well equipped for my family’s needs. Can’t beat the location.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're always happy to hear when guests enjoy their stay and appreciate the care we put into the space. It’s our goal to create a comfortable, welcoming environment, and it means a lot that it made a difference in your visit. We’d love to host you again anytime!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

April 2023 beach vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home on stunning white sandy beach just steps off our deck. Heated pool was awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your feedback and we hope to see you again soon.~BBV
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