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Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Book now to be just steps from the beautiful beach and Gulf waters, and so close to the swimming pool.
Sunsets are magnificent, especially while enjoying the heated pool! Its open all year, so feel free to message us for the heating schedule!
Bright room and an open floorplan make Margarita Villa B the perfect place for the family's Destin getaway
Large Master bedroom with King bed, direct front porch access, and ensuite bathroom
Only steps from Destin’s beautiful beaches

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 889.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Crib and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground

We ❤️ our Vrbo guests! Limited Fall Break availability!

Looking for a beach house? Waterfront, perhaps? Maybe with a heated pool?

Want to wander out and watch the sunsets while sitting on the white sand beach, next to the emerald Gulf waters?

This is your place! Be the family hero and book your stay with us at Remarkable Margarita Villa B.

Our guests often extend their trips and many return again and again. Remarkable Margarita Villa B is a VERY popular family-friendly, ground-floor waterfront retreat mere steps from Destin's pristine beaches.

Highlights:
・Beach cart/chairs/toys/towels
・Bunk beds (kids love them!)
・Fast Wi-Fi
・Heated Pool*
・Well-equipped Kitchen
・Master Bedroom w/King bed & bath
・Pack-n-play & high chair
・Free Parking - 2 cars
・Ground Floor Lakefront
・1.5 miles to Publix, Whole Foods, Starbucks, Destin Commons, Outlet Stores, and more!

Please read the whole description!

— ABOUT THE HOME —
・Bedroom 1: 2x twin/full bunk beds, TV, closet, front deck access, (12’x10’)
・Bedroom 2 (Master): King bed, closet, TV, front deck access, ensuite bath (18.5’x12’)
・Bath 1 (Shared): tub/shower combo
・Bath 2 (Master): tub/shower combo
・Living Area: Sofa, chairs, HDTV, wall of windows w/water view, rear deck access
・Kitchen: Well-equipped, drip & k-cup coffee brewer
・Rear Deck: Table & Seating
・Front Porch: South-facing, chairs & bench seating
・Margarita Villa B is the ground-floor unit of a duplex villa
・Located in the popular Destiny Beach Villas with easy beach access.

No shared spaces; floor plans in photos.

— AMENITIES & FEATURES —
・Work-Ready: High-speed Wi-Fi
・Lakefront Deck: Relax & enjoy water views (no swimming, boating, or fishing)
・Parking: Free, 2 vehicles, no trailers or > 2 axles, parking passes required
・Pool: 50 steps away, heated Oct-Apr with rinse station and seating

— BEACH ACCESS —
・Across from James Lee Park, Crab Trap Restaurant & Beach Bar.
・Beach includes playground and restrooms.

— WHAT WE PROVIDE —
We provide a good number of consumables to start your stay, but they are not intended to cover an entire stay.
・high-quality bedding/blankets/comforters
・bath towels/washcloths/hand towels/make-up towels/bath mats
・beach wagon, chairs, toys, & beach towels
・basic cleaners & cleaning tools*
・starter set of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags
・dispensers w/shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, hand sanitizer
・laundry pods, dryer sheets, dishwasher pods, dish soap & dishwasher tabs
・high chair & Pack-n-Play (if requested)

We try to stock kitchen essentials (foil, plastic wrap, salt/pepper, basic spices, etc.). But we ask guests to replace what they use of these. Our team tries, but it is just not possible to inventory them after every stay. If we have not been told that something has run out, you may not find it.

— WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING —
・ Sunscreen
・ Your stress and cares; so the beach can melt them away!

A refundable security deposit of $300.00 is required by placing a hold on the credit card provided.

— BOOKING INFO —
Once reserved here, we will send a confirmation message with a link to our secure website and instructions to finalize your booking within 24 hours, or the reservation may be canceled.

The Renter of record must:
・meet the minimum age;
・provide credit card for the security deposit;
・be present during entire stay;
・upload a valid government-issued ID;
・sign our rental agreement;  and,
・provide names & ages of the entire party.

When completed, we will provide check-in information 2 days prior to your scheduled arrival by message and in our digital guidebook.

Pricing is updated frequently. Rates are not final until the property is fully reserved.

We are unable to accommodate luggage drop-off, early arrivals, or late checkouts.

⏤ DIGITAL GUIDEBOOK ⏤
When Renter Agreement is signed, we'll send a link to your personalized version of our digital guidebook for the property. No app to download. No account to create. Easy!

It has info that your whole party will need, including:
・door code & directions
・Wi-Fi details
・local activities & restaurants
・and more.
We encourage you share the link with all your guests.

— CANCELLATION POLICY —
Be sure you understand our cancellation policy as described here on the site and in the Renter Agreement.

⏤ TRAVEL INSURANCE ⏤
We STRONGLY recommend Travel Insurance, especially if there is a chance of cancellation due to health, work, government policies, weather, or other reasons. Coverage is available during booking or from other online sources.

— ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE COVERAGE —
Accidents happen and we don't want you to worry over simple things.
・We cover accidental damage up to $500 - no cost to you.
・This "no-hassle" coverage protects against damage like broken dishes, damaged furniture or fixtures, etc.
・Damage must be reported *during* the stay to be eligible.
・Photos are required - please do not dispose of the broken item unless specifically instructed.

The coverage does not include:
・bedding & linens
・intentional damage
・missing items
・unreported damage found after departure
・shipping, rush fees, additional cleaning, or off-hours labor costs.
With any of these incidents, they will be charged to the security deposit first, then to the card on file.

Coverage does not include "wetting" the bed. It will result in forfeiture of the entire security deposit.

— TOP RULES —
We've been hosts for years; hosting thousands of happy guests, and we want to set expectations so all guests can enjoy the property. These are:

・Pets are prohibited, unless specifically allowed in the listing. There is a pet fee and some simple rules.
・Guests who bring pets to no-pet listings will be asked to immediately vacate and will charged an allergen remediation fee that starts at $525. Total fee based on size of the property and degree of remediation required.
・Events/parties are not allowed and *will* result in immediate termination of access to the property without refund and forfeiture of the security deposit.
・No smoking/vaping is allowed. Remediation fees start at $525.
・Butts, smoking discards, bottle caps, and pop-tops on the grounds can be dangerous to others and will incur additional costs for cleanup.
・Only listed guests are permitted, not to exceed our maximum occupancy.
・Drugs or illegal activities are not welcome and will be reported.
・No third-party bookings.
・No glass near hot tubs or pools.
・Quiet time is 10pm-8am.
・NO GLITTER on the property. Violations will incur possibly significant additional cleaning costs.
・DYE (hair, clothing, etc.) is not allowed on the property.
・Any citations, fines, or penalties that are received as a direct result of guest actions or inactions will be charged to the guest, along with a handling fee of $25 or 10%, whichever is greater.

Our properties have approved noise monitors that measure audio levels, without recording audio. If levels exceed local regulations, you will be notified about it. Should unacceptable levels continue, you will be asked to vacate the premises without refunds.

There are actively recording video cameras, some with audio, covering exterior portions of the property. There are absolutely *NO* interior views, nor any views of pool/hot tub areas.

We respect the community and our neighbors. We will not put our rental license at risk with the local authorities.
Remember, you are staying in our home and our community. Please respect it.

This is a summary, see entire listing and Renter Agreement for a complete list of all rules for this listing. Message us for a copy.

While there is no "front desk", our team is available during normal business hours by email, text, or message.

Some booking sites use AI tools that may add or change details in listings. If you spot anything that seems off, please reach out—we’ll be glad to answer your questions, provide more info, or confirm details so you can book with 100% confidence.

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Amenities

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Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties or events are allowed by HOA.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are prohibited by the HOA.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking/vaping of any kind in home or on decks.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please do not strip the beds, we will handle that!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking or vaping of any kind.
Sorry, but no pets per HOA rules.
Occupancy must not exceed the total number of people on the booking.

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
Note from host: No parties or events are allowed by HOA.
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destin Commons - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground have a pool?

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

Is Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Fall Waterfront Deal! Heated Pool! 200 steps to Beach/dining/bar/playground located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. Henderson Beach State Park and James Lee Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Great stay and wonderful hosts

Really enjoyed staying here. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

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

Great Vacation

Wonderful place to stay! Great location and beautiful views. Communicating with owner couldn’t have been better. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete J.

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

Fabulous find

Great location for a relaxing getaway, in a scenic setting. A wonderful place with easy access to the beach and the sights and scenes of Destin with fantastic hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked this property as a high school graduation gift for my daughter. It exceeded all expectations. The location was ideal and was walking distance to the beach and restaurants. It was extremely clean and the bed was as comfortable as my king at home. The back deck with lake view was my favorite feature. We also loved the beach chairs and were thankful for the beach cart to haul all our things to the beach for the day. It was the perfect beach destination and I will highly recommend to my friends and family. Thanks to Chuck for ensuring we had all we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Fantastic weekend!

Great location, gorgeous views, very clean house, affordable, nice welcoming goodies and wine, and fantastic customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony c A.

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

Excellent Experience

Our experience was amazing, my family really enjoyed the view of the lake, feeding the turtles and fish, the pool was great, and the beach was super.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

A Great Destin Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at the Destin Property. The condo was exceptional and we will definitely rent this unit again! I'll be coming back soon and bringing more guests! Thank you for a great experience and looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

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

Great Family Vacation Spot

Great location and a wonderful house. Perfect for our family as we bounced back and forth from the beach to the pool. We loved feeding the turtles each morning as we started our day. It was so nice having beach chairs, a wagon, and many toys available to use. We were a little worried about the spring break crowd since it was our first time to Destin and didn’t know the area. However, this ended up being a perfect spot for our family. Hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Great spot

Great location and great property. Owners are very communicative and responsive. Exactly as advertised. Has all things you need and more. Will stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Location!

Tucked away, yet easy walk to beach. Felt very private and peaceful. Large primary bedroom with very comfortable bed. Big lake front deck in back where we enjoyed breakfast. Kitchen very well stocked- pancake griddle, blender and ample kitchen supplies were definitely a bonus. Nicely decorated. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A., Baytown

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

Excellent host!

The location was perfect distance to the nearest public beach. It was clean and had everything you could possibly need to enjoy your stay. The host was top notch. This is hospitality done right. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

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

Wonderful stay!!

Overall excellent experience. We received communication from the owners numerous times during our stay checking on us. When we arrived we had a handwritten note welcoming us along with some snacks. The guidebook they provide has ALL the information you will need. Would definitely rent from them again!! Thanks Chuck & Vicki!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

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

Great family-friendly home in a prime location!

We could not have asked for a better location for our family trip! An easy walk to the beach and a pool. And a short, easy drive to the boardwalk and activities made for a fun and relaxing week we will never forget! Chuck was a wonderful host. He answered my questions within minutes especially when I realized I had books one of my dates wrong. Their housing guide was amazing - and provided everything we needed to u deters d
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

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

Lovely Vacation

We had a fabulous stay at Margherita Villa B. The space was clean, cozy and comfortable for my husband and I and 3 yr old daughter. The location was very conveniently located with tunnel access to the beach (didn’t have to cross the road with beach gear and toddler). The large deck overlooking the lake in the back was awesome with great views - our daughter really enjoyed counting turtles :) owners were really great to work with too. We look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Perfect place by the beach

While the weather was not the best, that certainly is no reflection on the hosts. Chuck and Vicki were tremendous and the place was immaculate. It was so close to the beach it should be advertised as beachfront. We found it to be easier than some condos on the beach we have rented before. The pool is perfect for the community and was heated nicely. The real gem here is the lakefront location. Its gorgeous. We couldn't have been happier with our choice and hope to be back. Thank you Chuck and Vicki!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

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

Just Beachy

The location of this property was phenomenal-very short walk to the beach! All the extras provided by the host including beach towels, beach chairs, boogie boards, and sand toys as well as a wagon to make transport to the beach easy, made our stay enjoyable and fun! The outdoor shower after a day at the beach was awesome. We noticed many of the other condos did not have the added luxury of an outdoor shower! The condo was clean and comfortable with a great deck overlooking the fresh water lake. This was a nice relaxing spot to watch the beautiful sunsets! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful and provided great info. One of the highlights for my friend was feeding the turtles (and they leave turtle food in the condo).Great location, easy to get to the beach and Crab Trap Restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice place. Unfortunately, the couch and chairs in the living room really needed to be cleaned. A few things need to be fixed in the bathroom,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went smoothly. We really enjoyed the property and close to a beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Perfect place to stay

This was an amazing place to stay at, chuck was very understanding and professionalism i would definitely come here again. Place was beautiful and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Had everything that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Enjoyable Memorial Day Getaway

Enjoyed our stay. Great location & plenty of space for a family of five. Across the street from the beach but an easy walk over to the public access. Owner communication was excellent from start to finish.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystina E.

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

Great location, everything you need.

Property was clean and accommodating. We had everything we needed and it is located so close to the beach. The kids loved the pool and the turtles in the lake out back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

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

Beautiful beach

The location is wonderful, just steps from the beach and a great lake view as well. My family enjoyed a dinner at the Crab Trap which is an easy walk and right on the beach. We had a few issues while staying but Chuck was quick to respond to messages and get things fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Great place!

We loved staying here. The lake was gorgeous in the mornings and sunset and the beach was so close. Community pool was also nice and heated, so we used it alot. Definitely recommend the home and the hosts! Vicki and Chuck were fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Chuck Kramer

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Welcome fellow travelers!

We're Vicki & Chuck: grandparents, retired, and living our lives exploring amazing places and having wonderful adventures.

We've been hosts for 8+ years and have over 1,000 5★ reviews from our guests. We love what we do and we put our hosting earnings back into the vacation rental community.

Message us if you have any questions or concerns. We do our best to give every guest a great experience. So, let us show you we will earn your 5-star review.

Why they chose this property

When we found Remarkable MARGARITA VILLA at Destiny Beach Villas, we immediately fell in love with the location and the community. It is so close to the beach and has wonderful lakefront views. It is also within minutes of a variety of restaurants, attractions, retail stores, and more beaches!

What makes this property unique

Want to go to the beach? Just walk out the front door of MARGARITA VILLA B and take a 3-4 minute walk and you are there! Use our provided beach cart to load the chairs and toys for an easy stroll to the silver sands.

We provide high quality beach gear, including a cart, toys, chairs, and even beach towels so that you don't have to lug yours to Destin then lug them back home!

Margarita Villa B is the ground floor, lakefront, and only 50 steps to pool (heated at Thanksgiving and 12/18-Easter. HOA may reduce heating if demand is low or for weather or extend the heating season if appropriate.

When you are done with the beach, come back to Margarita Villa B and relax on the rear deck and with its great view of the lake, or sit on the balcony with its partial view of the gulf.

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