Your beach house awaits! Tucked in Destin’s exclusive Frangista Beach neighborhood, Sandy Cheeks is a two-level, pet-friendly vacation home less than a two-minute walk from the beach. Each level features a full kitchen and living area making it a great option for vacation parties with multiple groups or families. The home includes spacious living accommodations, well-appointed bedrooms, a 10'x15' private pool, four complimentary bicycles, and free seasonal beach chair and umbrella service. There are a total of five bedrooms and three and a half baths. It can sleep 16 beachgoers, plus your furry family friend (2 dog limit - 40 pounds or less).
The first-floor has a sunny and cozy living room with seafoam colored walls. Two queen-size sleeper sofas and a twin sleeper sofa, a matching loveseat, and three accent chairs make up a casual seating ensemble. A wall-mounted TV is provided for entertainment. Tile floors flow into a dine-in kitchen with a round table and seating for four. The kitchen has chocolate cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. A glass front door leads to the outdoor patio and private pool. Furnished with outdoor chairs, picnic tables, and a grill, guests will love spending time lounging by the pool.
Two of the home’s bedrooms are located on the first floor. One room has a king-size bed, handsome wood furnishings, a wall-mounted TV, and access to the patio. The other is a colorful bunk room with a twin-over-full bunk, flatscreen TV, and beachy décor.
Spiral around the interior staircase or take the exterior stairs to the second floor and find an open-concept great room. Natural sunlight filters through large windows and French doors to brighten the space. In the living area, a large wraparound couch faces a wall-mounted flatscreen TV and modern credenza. The space flows seamlessly into the dining area with a white table on a tropical rug. The adjacent kitchen includes spacious cabinets, granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. From this level, guests can access a furnished, breezy balcony.
The remaining bedrooms are on the second floor. One of these is the master suite, which boasts a king-size bed, handsome hardwood furniture, TV, a large window, and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower. One of the guest bedrooms has a queen-size bed, while the other has a twin-over-full bunk.
In addition to lovely accommodations and a private pool, this property is within walking distance of a community pool. The pool area is surrounded by palm trees and tropical flora, creating the perfect setting for relaxing and soaking up the sun. Besides the pool, the shimmering shores are less than a two-minute walk from the house at the deeded Frangista Beach access. Other perks of Frangista Beach include close proximity to popular restaurants like Pompano Joe’s, Whale's Tail, Silver Sands Premium Outlets for discount designer shopping, the Village of Baytowne Wharf, and Grand Boulevard. Ocean Reef Resorts guests also receive discounted rates for golf, tennis, and recreation rentals at the nearby Seascape Resort.
First Floor: Living Room with Two Queen Sleeper Sofas, Twin Sleeper Sofa and Patio Access, Kitchen, Dining, King Bedroom with Patio Access, Hall Bath with Walk-In Shower, Bunk Room with Full/Twin Bunk, Powder Room, Laundry.
Second Floor: Living Room with Balcony Access, Kitchen, Dining, King Master Bedroom with Walk-In Shower, Queen Bedroom, Hall Bath with Walk-In Shower, Bunk Room with Full/Twin Bunk, Laundry.
*Personal beach chairs and umbrellas are permitted on the beach. Tents and canopies are not permitted at any time per HOA regulations. Personal chairs and umbrellas may not be set up in front of the onsite beach service chairs on the water side. Chairs and umbrellas are available for rent through the onsite beach service.
*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
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About the area
Miramar Beach
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Frangista Beach, a neighbourhood in Miramar Beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
The Emerald Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Pompano Joe's - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Circle K - 5 min walk
Culver's - 17 min walk
Whales Tail - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service!?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service! on 17 August 2026 start from NZ$647, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Cheeks - Pet-Friendly, Private Pool, FREE Bikes + Beach Service! located?
Located in Frangista Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitchenique and Miramar Beach. Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
Reviews
8.0
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our stay, good location and the pool really helped to keep the kids occupied. House was nice just wish the spiral stairs was easier, but do have a second set of stairs outside. Regardless our family had a blast.
Brandon T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Awesome location
Spiral staircase was almost impossible to navigate especially when your trying to take things back and forth to the kitchen areas but the younger kids loved it Wagon wheel was busted but other than that we were very pleased
Lynn W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
The house and pool was lovely. The location to the beach would have been great and was for our younger folks however if your old and not in good shape it's not the beach for you. However for the house and beach it was a great deal and lots of fun for our younger family.
Penny P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the home. In the future please reach out to us so that we may find you the perfect home with a better more accessible beach access ramp.
Could use a few updates but it was clean and the management company is responsive. We like to keep the house picked up but we needed a broom and dustpan which Ocean breeze delivered. Also would benefit from a better vacuum than just a small stick vac for a two story 5 bedroom house. The house is set up where you have two separate floors that are divided by a narrow spiral staircase. So two full kitchens on each floor - two dining and living areas as well. So we were constantly dividing food between the upstairs and downstairs family and running it up and down the stairs. If you bring pets be careful because the gates do not latch (need repaired) but all in all the house was fine and we enjoyed our stay and there is definitely plenty of room it’s just split up.
Traci H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2025
We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic time! At Ocean Reef Resorts, we strive to provide the perfect beach retreat, and it’s great to know you enjoyed it. Looking forward to your next stay!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Linda T.
10 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property was extremely dirty on check in. Had to call and get someone out to do some cleaning. Numerous things he couldn't address by himself or with the time he had Mold on the closet walls, in two bedrooms and hall bath. Floors were filthy, not mopped or vacuumed and our shoes stuck to the kitchen floor. Dishwasher didn't work, refrigerator was nasty and had soured milk all over it. Ceiling fans had dirt snd debris hanging from them. Broken step caused my son to fall and we were all ill on leaving. Pool was dirty and the place overall was poorly managed. Would not go back to this location or use this company again.
Linda T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
We sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay. Please rest assured that we’ve already submitted work orders for the items you mentioned, and they will be addressed promptly. We strive to ensure every guest has a comfortable, problem-free experience, and we hope to have the chance to serve you again in the future. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
We had an awesome time, location was fantastic! Short walk to beach and close to community pool. Good food and shopping within walking distance. The house itself was a great location, but severely lacking in cleanliness. Floors were dirty, couches felt like they had crumbs on them, dishes put away dirty. We had to wash everything before using them. Old stuck on food in the pots and pans. Also lacking in some utensil areas… like a good, working can opener. I even had to clean old coffee out of the machine. That was gross. Lots of broken stuff. Shower door and laundry room door were both off the hinges completely. Spiral staircase had a bunch of unattached steps. If some of the basic amenities of the house were stepped up, I would give it 5 stars. Because all in all, none of those items stopped us from having a good time!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
We apologize for your displeasure with the home. Following your stay, we have done a thorough inspection and are working to have all matters addressed for a more pleasant stay in the future. Should your travels bring you back to the emerald coast please give us a call so we can hand select the perfect property just for you.
Thank you for sharing your review. We genuinely value your input and would love to hear any suggestions you may have on how we can improve future stays. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with your thoughts. We appreciate you choosing us as your destination!
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