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Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool

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Living Area w/ sofa sleeper & Balcony
Private Beach Access
1st Floor - 🛏️ Queen Bedroom with renovated ensuite bath w/ Patio
Beautiful Kitchen w/ Balcony
The beach Access is across the street

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

First Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Third Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor Jack n Jill Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Third Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool

Welcome to Paradise Awaits – Your Dream Getaway!
Experience the perfect blend of coastal charm and modern comfort at Paradise Awaits, a newly renovated three-story beach townhome just steps from Destin's sugar-white sands and sparkling emerald waters. Whether you're planning a family vacation, romantic escape, or group retreat, this stunning getaway offers the ultimate Emerald Coast experience.

Why You'll Love It:
✔ Prime Location – Private deeded beach access, close to restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, Crab Island, and the Harbor Boardwalk.
✔ Newly Renovated – Modern & Stylish updated bathrooms rainfall showers, hardwood floors, new furniture, and brand-new washer/dryer.
✔ Beach Essentials Included – Wagon, 4 beach chairs, and an umbrella for easy, breezy beach days.
✔ New Outdoor Shower- Rinse off the sand and salt after a day at the beach!
✔ Spacious Design – Professionally decorated, 3 bedrooms, open-concept living spaces, and multiple private balconies to soak in the coastal breeze.

Home Highlights:
First Floor (Sleeps 2)
Queen Bedroom with renovated ensuite bath
Patio with backyard access – a peaceful retreat
Outdoor shower to rinse off after beach days
Garage stocked with beach gear + parking space

Second Floor (Sleeps 4)
Twin-over-Twin Bunk Room with Jack-and-Jill (renovated) bathroom
Open-concept kitchen & living area with sofa sleeper
Balcony with seating – perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails

Third Floor (Sleeps 4)
Grand Master Suite with King Bed + renovated ensuite bath
Sofa Sleeper + private balcony with coastal views

Special Features for Extraordinary Stay:
✔ Steps from the beach with deeded private access
✔ Close to shopping, dining, and water activities
✔ Gas grill for outdoor BBQs
✔ Newly renovated for a luxurious stay
✔ Resort-style pool just steps away

Perfect For:
Family vacations & reunions
Romantic getaways
Beach retreats with friends
Snowbirds – Special discounts for long-term stays!

Check-In: 4 PM (Central) | Check-Out: 10 AM (Central)
Your dream Destin escape is waiting—book your stay today!

Property manager

Destin Luxury Beach Rentals
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Languages

English, Korean

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (19 reviews)
Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Sand! Private Beach ACCESS, Free Beach Gear & Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Miramar Beach, James Lee Park and James Lee Beach. Emerald Bay Golf Club and The Golf Garden of Destin are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

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

Great location!

Totally worth it to be so close to the beach and also so close to shops and restaurants! Perfect size, we had 5 people total and we were all very comfortable!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keturah L.

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

Destin FL

I really liked the house we stayed and the location was pretty accurate to what the description said. We were so close to the beach. The lay out was perfect for our family and made our stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Paradise Awaits

The townhome was clean, light, bright, and very spacious. We enjoyed our time in Destin and the location to the beach was wonderful. The neighbors were nice and we enjoyed the ambiance all around.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary w., PENSACOLA

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

Great place

Everything was great. Exceed my expectations. Very quiet great location. There is 2 flight of stairs tho!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Angela m.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and spacious townhouse

The house was super close to the beach and in a good part of town. Neighbors were super friendly too. The house easily slept 10 guests and was clean. I definitely would book this rental again for another trip! The only downside is the house did not come with condiments like salt, pepper, olive oil, etc. We did a lot of cooking from home and ended up purchasing our own. Overall, I enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bilal H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

The home was nice felt like home . Felt like we just moved the house to the beach. Everyone can have their own private space and bathrooms . And still can come together in the living room and eating area to enjoy each other and watch tv and eat. Close to the beach and all the stores and eating areas
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johoanna Z.

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

Near the beach

Beautiful townhome. Great location since it was just a few minutes walk to the beach. This was just what we were looking for. The only negative thing I could think about was the dryer was a bit small and did not really dry our clothes well. Other than that, everything was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Hossein S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Okay property

It's a nice property close to the pool and the beach. The neighbors that we meet at the community pool were great. The first night, we couldn’t sleep until after 1 AM because of extremely loud noise, music, thumping, and shouting coming from the nearest neighbor. We had all gone to bed around 9 PM after a long day, hoping for a quiet night. When we called the property manager, they answered but didn’t take any action that night. Fortunately, the neighbor moved out the following morning. The kitchenware, plates, cutlery, and colander were extremely dirty. We had to spend time washing everything necessary before the dinner, which was an inconvenience and not what we expected from our stay.Most concerning was the colander, which still had shrimp residues on it, raising hygiene concerns. This was communicated to the property manager, and we're compensated with 10% discount off your total room rate. The barbecue wasn’t working on the first day. On the second day, it was replaced with an older unit, but the igniters weren’t functioning either, so we had to light the gas grill manually with a lighter.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy Aida S.

Destin Vacation

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: Second time to stay in this town home . It is very nice clean and comfortable.Great location easy access to beach and downtown, shops and restaurants.Had an issues with wifi that came promptly to fix it. Would definitely stay there again and would defining use harmony beach vacations again.

10/10 Excellent

Elliott W.

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

Beautiful Property

This is a beautiful place and is indeed very close to the beach. The property manager is very responsive to detail and any issue that comes up. The only issue might be that if one is elderly or at all infirm there are 34 stairs to the master bedroom. There is, however, a full bath on every floor and one could choose to stay on the bottom floor. The kitchen is 17 steps up from there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

spacious and great location

This property had lots of room for everyone and was in a great location! Short walk to the beach, and the wagon, beach chairs, umbrella and toys made it super easy! Very close to restaurants and shops too! Be aware that this is a 3 level property and the master bedroom (which is huge!) is on the 3rd floor, so lots of up and down stairs. The only disappointment for me was the size and quality of the washer and dryer. It was a very small stack w/d and the washer could only fit maybe 8-10 items of clothing. The dryer was not powerful and took several hours/resets of the cycle to dry the clothes. We ended up going to a laundromat on the last day because with 7 people, the laundry added up. Otherwise we were very happy with our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Tonie Z.

Nice place but quite a few problems

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful condo, great area, lots of space. Bug problem started downstairs bedroom, moved to main floor. Leaking washer, air was broken to find out. Kids bedroom and bathroom doors didnt lock. No cable in downstairs bedroom, and the othet rooms, there were very limited channels. Hurricane cindy hung around for a few days and family differences caused us to leave early. Was a horrible vacation, will not return. Not much to do in the area when its raining either.
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8/10 Good

Rose S.

Destin 2023

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit is tired looking. It needs more work. The appliances are very outdated and not working well. The refrigerator needs new parts or should be replaced. The furniture is old and uncomfortable. The beds however were good. The property management staff did their best to resolve sone issues. They were able to get us a new bbq and charcoal. And new chairs for the patio. They also did some painting of the staircase where the paint had pretty much flaked off and left a sticky feel to the wood. They responded quickly and we appreciated that. There are a lot of stairs as there are three levels but the space worked well. In our view the unit needs updating.

10/10 Excellent

Fawn K.

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

Great Vaca!

Loved the Townhouse
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael F.

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

Amazing and great price!

This was the perfect place to stay for our getaway of 5 people. The price point was great, Unit was very clean and updated, and the whole process was very easy from start to finish. It is maybe a 3-4 minute walk to the beach so I would suggest bringing a cart to carry your supplies down. Overall it was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy R.

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

Mostly very good stay.

Except for being locked out of the garage, very good experience. They do not give you a key to the garage and they failed to have it unlocked from inside the house. Since the check in was at 5:00, we had to wait until the next morning to have it unlocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

Humberto G.

Winter Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We visited on the coldest week it has ever been in Florida. The HVAC system did not provide proper heat, the kids room was an icebox and was not used. They provided all tv subscriptions so our evenings before bed was great. We could have used more than one trash bag during our 4 days stay. Great area for pets to do their business with stations for bags and waste.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana R.

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

Primeras vacaciones

Me encanto! Definitivamente volveremos. Todo está muy accesible, tiendas, playa y restaurante. La casa fabulosa, grande, cómoda y limpia.Gracias
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J., Dacula, GA USA

Great Townhouse & Location

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: Exceptionally renovated townhouse with plenty of room for a large family. We love the area and love being a few steps from the beach. Everything was clean when we showed up. My only suggestion is that this property deserves a decent gas grill, the little cheap charcoal grill just doesn’t cut it.

10/10 Excellent

j .j m.

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

grate place to stay .

we will be back again ASAP.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

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

Stay was great

Stay was great. Great location. Easy access to beach, restaurants, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

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

Beach Pointe 901

Great property and great experience from Harmony Beach Vacations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Lovely home, clean, well thought out

The house was well thought out for guests. Lots of outlets, strong wifi, soap for bathrooms, towels for the beach. The house was also tastefully decorated without extra things to move out of the way. Close to the beach, A/C worked perfectly, very quiet area, we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Lisa W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family vacation

The dryer was not working & we had 8 adults with dirty bathing suits & towels everyday. We didn't get answers back & they had to know this has been out. It didn't happen within hours of the people leaving before us. We were not offered anything back either.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

shawn c.

My experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit was in an excellent location and overall very clean and updated. The dryer did not work during the entire stay and never was resolved outside of a 10% refund.

About the host

Hosted by Destin Luxury Beach Rentals

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Destin Luxury Beach Rentals is a small family owned and operated vacation rental company that specializes in fine luxury beach homes.
Being a small boutique firm we are able to offer the personalized service our guests deserve to make your vacation one to remember.
Our goal is to provide the most memorable vacation experience possible for your family and friends in our beautiful luxury homes that are all just steps from the most pristine beaches in all of the world!

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English, Korean

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