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Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included

Cottage with private pool, a short walk to Miramar Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included

Ask about our fall rates for two discounts! Our charming "Castaway Cottage" is in the quaint neighborhood of Crystal Beach, known for its seaside-styled cottages and white picket fences, and has the look and feel of a "beachside bungalow." Access the most beautiful beaches in the world, by way of the public beach access that is only two short blocks away from your private beach retreat. Cruise around the beach in your own private GOLF CART (available with damage deposit) or with our beach bikes! OR just enjoy your own private pool!

A Warm and sunny "Beach Theme" welcomes you into the spacious and comfortable living and kitchen combination. Both the front porch and back deck are perfect for enjoying the lush Florida landscape and sea breezes. The master bedroom features a plush king bed with TV and its own private bath with sit down dressing vanity. Each of the other two bedrooms features queen beds, TV's with DVD, plus a shared bath.

Young and old alike will have fun in the kid's alcove, complete with 32 inch TV with PlayStation 3. Cable TV is available in all 3 bedrooms, and there's a 55 inch flat screen in living area, with 70 channels, as well Blu-ray player plus an assortment of complimentary movies for you to view. For those who can't leave work behind, we also have free Wi-Fi and long distance in the US.

The interior decor is tastefully furnished with a beachy feel, just the way we would want it to be if we were living there, because we want you to be comfortable and return, year after year, to our "Castaway Cottage" in our vacation rental in Destin Florida! "Castaway Cottage" also welcomes small pampered pets because we know pets are family too.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Destin

Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, is home to this cottage. 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. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Commons - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pazzo Italiano Destin - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool, Small pets welcome, walk to beach, bikes and golf cart included located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park, Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

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

Good times

What a great place to stay. Clean, comfortable, and we appreciated the backyard privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Family vacation

We had a little trouble at check in but it was addressed very quickly. Overall the stay was awesome. They have everything you need for the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Crystal Beach Castaways

We loved the house and the location and everything related to our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and comfortable home that is conveniently located near plenty of shops, restaurants, and the beach. We especially appreciated that the house was stocked with cleaning supplies and spices and that there were numerous bathroom and beach towels at the house. And you will need those towels because you’re going to spend a lot of time enjoying the private pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John s.

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

GREAT PLACE

WAS AMAZING
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Excellent Property

Despite the weather (cloudy and windy all week), we had a great time. The house was comfortable and clean. The beds were comfy. The pool area was great. There were plenty of beach towels and totes - we didn’t need to bring our own. The cable TV was a bit of a downer as we’ve been streaming for years. Overall, we would stay agin.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenore W.

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

Memories made!

A lovely property in a great location!
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Great stay

Awesome location, beautiful home and Patti was so easy to work with. She checked on us during the stay to make sure everything was going well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Lovely Stay at the Castaway

The Castaway is a lovely property. It was our first time in Destin and Crystal Beach is wonderful. The Castaway is clean, great location and the amenities made our stay even better. We loved the backyard and spent many hours relaxing by the pool and on the shaded patio. This place has everything you need and more. Loved the close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Carmen B.

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

Spring break

Loved the location. Nice layout of property. Loved the pool. Nice and secluded. Clean except lots of dust. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy J., Red Bay Al

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

Perfect for my small dog.

All went good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Clean, relaxing, beautiful, convenient, wonderful!

The check in was very easy. The entire property was beautiful and very clean. We also loved the location being only a couple blocks from the beach and shopping. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. Darwin and Patty are so helpful and friendly and made sure that we had everything we needed. This place is an absolute gem and you will love your stay here.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathew G.

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

Great place great location

Patty is a great and fast communicator, house was as advertised nice pool, golf cart and bikes are also a great bonus. Beach access is maybe 4 blocks total easy 5 min walk even with kids. The beach access that’s near the house has free parking for golf carts. Thanks for having us and letting us bring the dogs we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

This was our first trip to Destin and we are so happy that we chose the Castaway cottage. The house is very nicely decorated in a beachy theme with lots of personal touches. The beds were comfy, the towels are plush, and the cottage was well-equipped with items for the beach and pool. The kitchen was stocked with everything you would need for your stay besides food of course. The distance to the beach is about a quarter of a mile so you could easily walk. The golf cart made going to the beach easy and enjoyable if you were taking chairs and floats. The pool was also a big hit during our stay. The temperature of the pool was refreshing, even though we stayed during August. We loved the Castaway and will return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Exceptional cottage! Wonderfully decorated and comfortable!

I was impressed the minute I stepped foot inside the Castaway! No detail was left unturned and I am hard to please! We walked in and there was a lovely gift for me on the master bed. That gift made me feel like I was appreciated and the extra touch was thoughtful. The furniture was comfortable and well maintained, and the decor was fantastic. My kids had a blast roaming the area both by foot and using the pirate golf cart. We walked to the yogurt shop almost every night for a treat, and it took us three minutes! And coffee or smoothies at Camille's was right up the street. The weather wasn't great, but it didn't matter much as I was very comfortable relaxing on the back porch with a good book. The TV's in each bedroom was a good addition. The master bedroom and bath were FANTASTIC. The bed was a little too high (maybe a step stool would help) but very comfortable. I have been coming to Destin for 30 years and this is my most favorite cottage. Many friends stayed in other cottages in the neighborhood and Castaway was by far the nicest. The pool was great, plenty of lounge chairs and an umbrella. The privacy fence was perfect for those who want quiet and seclusion. The added touches make this cottage the perfect spot for anyone looking for comfort, relaxation and fun! Thank you to Diana who was on hand to help with anything we needed. She was great--made us feel very welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Audra S.

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

Excellent location.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Lovely, relaxing vacation retreat

My husband, Mom, and small dog all stayed at Castaway for 3 week. We had a great time, and we plan on returning. The neighborhood is very quiet. The house is very clean and well stocked (towels, cleaning supplies, pots/pans/utensils). Patty even starts you off with paper towels, napkins, laundry detergent, and toilet paper, and the kitchen is stocked with salt, pepper, oils, and some spices. The master bedroom/bathroom has recently been remodeled, and it is lovely. We had comfortable beds and good water pressure (which is important for someone with long hair like me). We were greeted by a brand new, full size washer and dryer. The pool is fabulous, and we enjoyed swimming every day. You can walk to the beach from the cottage, but there is also golf cart parking right by Camille's restaurant. We enjoyed walking the beach every evening. The cottage is in the middle of everything - you can walk to Publix along with drugstores, restaurants, nail salons, etc. I saw another reviewer mention dust. The house was very clean when we arrived. There was a little dust here and there, but you should have seen the highly rated, brand name hotels we stayed at during our drive to and from Destin - dirty bathrooms, no housekeeping service, torn and stained towels. Hotels are not what they used to be before Covid, and Patty's cottage is fabulous, clean, and quiet retreat. We had such a good time we didn't want to leave. Thank you Patty!
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack N.

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

A great place

This was an excellent place to go for a group of 4 people. With the golf cart, the beach is literally 2 minutes away and the private pool is a very, very nice bonus. Also, don’t bother bringing any kitchen items, including spices because the kitchen is very well stocked. Our dogs were also able to come with us, so overall a great place to stay in Destin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Omaira M.

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

Your private oasis home away from home!

CastAway Cottages was beyond our expectations! We were blown away by the detailed decor and we loved the volcano scent throughout the entire cottage. They have everything you need which was the first for us to ever see. The pictures don't do CastAway Cottage justice! The private pool was amazing and we loved the 10ft. fences for privacy and the grill, beach chairs, seashore fountain, patio, and palm trees was a plus. The buggy was alot of fun to get around town and was great use of transportation. Patricia accommodated our pups and they had so much room to relax in. Even our Uncle loved Castaway. Thank you for the hospitality. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie A., Knoxville. TN

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

Just What We Needed

This home was just what our family needed ans just the right size for our family. Our twenager and pre-teen each had their own space. The living space is comfortable and super functional, kitchen is well appointed, the house is well decorated and inviting. We took our coffee on the front porch every morning and really enjoyed the pool and covered back porch every afternoon. It was extremely relaxing. The golf cart made going to the beach and some of the nearby restaurants very convenient and there is something about moving around in a golf cart that just really makes you feel like vacation. Hosts were great, great communication prior to arrival. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

TERESA C., APOLLO BEACH

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

Great location!

Everything was great. The location was unbeatable- in a nice neighborhood, close to the beach. The price was reasonable. New appliances, comfortable beds, clean linens, ample furnishings, plenty of beach towels, dishes, etc. Having the washer and dryer was a huge plus. The pool was fantastic! I gave it an overall 4 star because the bathrooms, particularly the tub/showers, really need to be updated. I would recommend it to my friends / family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

We keep coming back for more!

This was our third stay at Castaway Cottage. We believe this was the best trip so far!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Loved the cottage!

Pool was great. So handy to have the golf cart, bikes, towels, and beach chairs! Very close to everything....would highly recommend staying at the Castaway Cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

We loved it. The cottage was wonderful! The location was perfect!

The cottage was perfect! It had everything we needed. The cottage was perfectly located. Close to everything. The use of the golf cart made travel so much easier. Kids loved the pool. We felt at home in this wonderful cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Patty and Darwin

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Of course when you live in the mountains, you want to go to the beach. We purchased our cozy cottage with hopes of retiring to our seaside bungalow
Every year we make changes and improvements to make your stay more enjoyable.

Why they chose this property

We love the beautiful beaches close by and was so fortunate to be able to purchase our home away from home.
We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do

What makes this property unique

we have furnished our cottage as though we were living there, you will find lots of towels, comfortable bedding with plush sheets,
chaise lounges by our private salt water pool, plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture, security features with door alarms for the pool so you
know who is coming and going for peace of mind with small children.

Languages:

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