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Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach

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A golf course with water hazards, sand bunkers, and a forested area.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a mirror, and a tray with a mug and donut.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a coffee maker, a mug, a plant, and a decorative wall piece.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Destin Commons

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this condo is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • James Lee Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • James Lee Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood Dreams: Crystal Beach | Pool | Steps to the Beach located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this condo building is steps from Miramar Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Destin Beaches. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and James Lee Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Safari was amazing will definitely recommend it has all you need and come to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thank you so much, Nancy! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again! Everything was great The host was very accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear everything was great and that you found our team accommodating throughout your stay. We truly appreciate you staying with us and would love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great location and clean. Check in was rocky. Would’ve loved to know the walk to the public beach was much farther than expected. Would’ve also liked to know we needed to bring our own beach towels and extra bath towels. A beach wagon would’ve been helpful too.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you found the home clean and enjoyed the location, though we're sorry your check-in experience wasn't as smooth as we strive for. For future guests, our listing/check in message includes the approximate walking distance to the public beach, as well as a complete list of what is and isn't provided—including that beach towels are not supplied. We also note the number of bath towels provided based on the home's occupancy. While we don't currently provide beach wagons, we appreciate the suggestion and will certainly keep it in mind as we continue evaluating ways to enhance the guest experience. Thank you again for staying with us, and we wish you all the best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay near Crystal Beach!!

Very clean, pleasant place to stay! Close to everything and a short walk to the beach. It was our 9 months old first time to see the ocean, and the emerald waters at Crystal Beach was just stunning!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thanks, Lindsey! We’re glad you found the place very clean and pleasant for your stay, and that you enjoyed the convenient location and short walk to the beach! It sounds extra special that your little one got to see the ocean for the first time at Crystal Beach’s stunning emerald waters. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we’d love to welcome your family back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was remarkable. We forgot our coffee at home...but they had the nice coffee set up.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice, quiet location

The property was very nice, it was nice having the pool right there. The balcony with the view of the pool was relaxing. Loved the rotating pizza oven. Very close to the beach, walking distance. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thanks, Rachel! We’re so happy you enjoyed the property and found the pool and balcony relaxing during your stay. We’re glad you loved the rotating pizza oven and the easy walk to the beach. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Place to Stay!

It looked just like the photos which is never the case with vacation rentals. There was so much care put into the decor and design of this place. The kitchen was also fully stocked appliance wise and we were able to easily do a taco night! It was very clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thanks, Courtney! We’re so happy you found the place exactly as pictured and that you appreciated the care put into the decor and design. We’re glad the well-stocked kitchen made taco night easy and that the space was clean and comfortable for your stay. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage!

We had an amazing trip! It was so nice being right in front of the swimming pool, especially with kids. The beach is also very close which is a huge plus. The cottage is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. Bedroom has the most comfortable bed EVER!!! The rotating pizza cooker was so fun to use. This was our fifth trip to Destin, and we enjoyed this stay more than any other. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
Thank you for the glowing review! We’re so happy to hear your family had such a wonderful time and that the poolside location and beach access made things extra special. We love that you enjoyed the cottage’s little touches (including the pizza cooker!) and that the bed was so comfortable for you. It means a lot that this stay was your favorite out of all your trips to Destin. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First time beach goers

The location was perfect for the beach! A quick one-block walk! Owners were easy to reach over Vrbo site and checked in with us throughout our visit. Quiet hours at the property were respected by other units. Grounds were well kept. Our unit was upstairs so maybe not ideal for those with little ones. Our teenagers slept comfortably in the spacious bunk beds. Thanks for a great beach experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thanks, Michelle! We’re so happy the location was perfect for your beach trip and that you enjoyed the quick walk, the well-kept grounds, and the comfortable bunk beds for your teenagers. We’re glad communication was easy and that quiet hours were respected during your stay. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage in Crystal Beach

Beautiful cozy cottage by the beach. We loved our stay everything you need in a small cottage with all the amenities to have a great time at the beach. The pool is located across the cottage, the beach was a short walk. The kitchen is gorgeous with top of the line appliances and we all enjoyed the ice machine!! Access to the beach was close easy to enjoy. It was equipped with everything you need for the beach toys,chairs,small cooler boogie board and extra beach stuff it was very thoughtful and helpful so we didn't have to pack extra stuff.Everything was as described modern, cozy and by the beach. The host was awesome and very helpful. We walked over to Camille’s for coffee in the morning and later on for dinner It was a great hidden gem. Overall we had a great time !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thanks, Liz! We’re so happy you loved your stay at the cozy cottage and that it had everything you needed for a fun, relaxing beach trip. We’re glad you enjoyed the beautiful kitchen, the beach gear, and the easy access to the pool and beach. It’s wonderful you were able to enjoy Camille’s nearby as well. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Vacation Experience

My wife and I were looking for a nice condo in an area that was convenient to were my children and grandchildren were staying and within walking distance to the beach. I found this property and booked it for 10 days. The communication was outstanding, receiving a reply with any and all questions in a very quick manner. I felt that everything that was described about the property was spot on. It was in a lovely area that had a very comfortable home feeling. We felt very safe and everything one needed was provided. I was concerned about parking, which was not an issue and the spots were large enough were our car wasn't beaten up as with smaller spots. I was very impressed with the cleanliness, and how comfortable the bed was and how it was just the right size for the two of us. The air conditioner was more than sufficient and kept the place very nice. It ended up being a 5 minute walk to were my children and grandchildren were staying...absolutely perfect! We will most definitely keep this as a favorite place to stay for vacations.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2025
We sincerely appreciate your detailed feedback. It’s wonderful to know the condo met your expectations and provided comfort, cleanliness, and convenience during your visit with family. We’re especially pleased the location, parking, and amenities worked so well for your stay. Thank you for making this your vacation home, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cottage

Clean and cozy cottage in a great location. Close parking, which made unloading/loading less of a hassle than it would have been had we stayed in a multi-unit condo. Private beach access (Polywood boardwalk) was a 3-4 minute walk from cottage. There's no shower/rinse station on the boardwalk, but the cottage does have a foot wash to the left of the front door. Umbrella/chair rental is required ($50/day), unless you opt to walk an additional 5 minutes up the road to the public beach access. That said, setting out your own additional beach chairs didn't seem to be a problem. Cottage was clean with stocked coffee bar and plenty of essential supplies (body wash, shampoo, dish detergent, etc.). We'll definitely keep in mind when planning our next trip to Crystal Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Thanks, Daniel! We’re so happy you enjoyed the clean and cozy cottage and found the location and close parking convenient for your stay. We’re glad you enjoyed the private beach access, stocked coffee bar, and the essential supplies provided. Thank you for sharing helpful details for future guests. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime for your next Crystal Beach trip!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a beautiful condo with great access to the beach and pool. I was disappointed that some items were not available that were mentioned in the description. We purposely did not bring our cooler since it was listed that they had one there to use. It ended up being beach chairs that had a zipper pouch cooler. There was no ironing board to use the iron on and no coffee filters for the coffee machine. They did say they would send someone to drop some off that night but no one ever came. When we checked in, the refrigerator was leaking on the inside and the outside pretty majorly. They did send someone out to look at it but it continued to leak the majority of the stay which was a pain to keep cleaning up. I was told someone was going to also bring extra towels to clean up the kitchen floor due to the fridge leaking and we only had four bath towels but those never showed up either. The ice machine did not work so we had to buy ice. I'm not one to complain but there were a lot of inconveniences and missing things.They were very nice to talk to though and responded very quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re so glad you enjoyed the condo and how easy it is to get to the beach and pool. I’m not sure where the miscommunication happened, but we did have our team deliver extra towels and coffee filters that evening and maintenance stopped by to check on the refrigerator, all of which you thanked us for. Unfortunately, a part had to be ordered, so the full repair couldn’t be completed during your stay, but we made sure the fridge and freezer remained functional despite the water leak. The upgraded beach chairs with built-in cooler compartments were in place to make carrying gear to the beach easier, and there has always been a small ironing board available in the closet for guest use. We appreciate your patience and are happy to hear you still found our team friendly and responsive. Your feedback helps us continue improving for future guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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