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Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A!

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A wooden deck with benches overlooking a beach and ocean.
A two-story waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A beachside building with a large patio area, outdoor seating, and a playground with slides.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, sink, and cabinets.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James Lee Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near the 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • James Lee Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Destin Beaches - 7 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A!?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A! on 14 November 2026 start from NZ$929, 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 Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emerald Coast Destin, Private Beach, Chateau La Mer 9A! located?

Situated near the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Miramar Beach, James Lee Park and James Lee Beach. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Emerald Bay Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean, family friendly, and pet friendly. The location provided easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the clean, family- and pet-friendly accommodations and the convenient access to the beach. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you and your family back for another beach getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always love our stay every year! Such a great place with a great location also. It’s always so peaceful and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review and for returning to stay with us year after year! We’re thrilled to hear that you consistently enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, cleanliness, and great location. It means a lot to us to be part of your annual tradition, and we truly appreciate your continued trust in our property. We look forward to welcoming you back again next year for another relaxing stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you had a good stay and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great beaches, food, entertainment and golfing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beaches, food, entertainment, and golfing. We’d love to host you again on your next trip!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean inside
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you found the home clean and comfortable. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great place to stay right by beach my family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Keith, Thank you for the 5 star review. We are so thrilled you had a great time. We hope to see you again! Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you for your review and for your patience during your stay. We’re glad you enjoyed the unit and hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We love staying at Chateau La Mer. This is my third time renting a condo there and we love it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. We are so happy you had a great time and enjoyed the unit. Keep coming back, We love return guests! Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great safe location

My family and I enjoyed our stay. Great location, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin

It was a great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Hi Chris, Thank you for your review! We're so glad to hear you had a great stay. We'd love to host you again anytime you're in the area! Sincerely, Kim & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review us and bringing the floor to our attention. We're happy to hear that you still had a great experience and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We loved the condo and the location very close to the beach and plenty of great restaurants!!

The condo was clean, checking in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thanks for the feedback Tina, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the area and the resturants! We hope to host you and your family again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place n rental company

Was great only place I’d stay ever again rental company was best ever I’m telling everybody to use them
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
WOW oh WOW, What a great compliment, thank you so much. We look forward to hosting you on many more vacations in Destin! Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Enjoyed the unit
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thank you for the positive review. We are glad you had a great stay! Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great couple hideaway

Perfect location, just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of traffic, but close enough to the beach entrance to walk to and from the beach through out the day. Great place !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Thank you Nathan for your feedback. We strive to meet all expectations for our company and we apologize for the dissatisfaction during your stay, as we hope we get to host you and your family again in the future! Sincerely, Sharona Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin Fun

Great get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review. We are so glad you had a great getaway! We hope to see you again in the future. Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great time in a nice place and location

The condo was very clean and had everything anyone could want for a comfortable stay. would do it again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Ngan, Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great time and found the condo clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. It’s always great to know guests would return—looking forward to welcoming you back to Chateau La Mer for another great stay! Sharon and the Shore Dreams Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean with plenty of space. Beach access was great. Plenty of green space for walking our dog. Nice amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space, the beach access, and the pet friendly areas. We’d love to welcome you and your pup back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location great for dogs really comfortable beds and condo

Wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you so much for your perfect 10/10 rating! We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and are delighted that you had a great experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again for another wonderful stay in the future. Safe travels!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation

We enjoyed our vacation here. Was short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Thank you Vicki for the 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay! Sincerely, Sharona Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Met my expectations

Thoroughly enjoyed the stay. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for taking the time to rate us! We're happy that we could provide you with a 5-star experience and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin Vacation

The stay at condo was nice. Beach was close by. Alot of things to do in area. Had a great stay in condo and will stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Thank you for reviewing your recent stay, we are so glad you enjoyed your vacation! We love return guest and look forward to hosting you in the future. Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin

We loved the location. It was great to be able to walk to everything we needed. We were happy it was pet friendly.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2023
Hi Robert, We are so glad your enjoyed your stay at Chateau La Mer. We love that we can offer fur baby friendly units. We hope you will come back and visit us again! Sincerely, Tanya & The Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and short walk

It was a very quiet place and just walking distance to a private entry gate. It was like home away from home
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Thank you so much Tara for the 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us ! We look forward hosting you and your family again in the future! Sincerely, Sharona Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We had a good time.

Short walk to the beach and a great place. Outside of a couple minor needed updates it was a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Thank you Vinh for the review! I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us. We hope we can host you and your family again in the future! Sincerely, Sharona Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals
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