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'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled

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A two-story building with a white picket fence, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A residential area with a paved patio, white fences, and outdoor furniture.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, a coffee table, and a large window with blinds.
A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, a fireplace, a television, and a large window with blinds.
A living room with a wooden floor, a black armchair, a white armchair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a large window with white curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Destin Commons
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk Bed Room

2 Large Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Primary

1 Double Futon, 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Half Bath

Towels provided · Toilet

Jack and Jill Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Primary Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled

This is a beach cottage beauty! Truly a 'Day Dream' at the beach. Just a half block to the beautiful sugar-sand beaches of Destin Florida. Clean and well maintained throughout the interior. Hardwood and travertine floors on the first. Spacious 2,085 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths plus a loft with a day-bed in the primary bedroom. The primary has a king bed, futon, smart 65" HD TV and Blu-ray player. The loft above the primary has a day/trundle bed that sleeps two. It has a smart TV and Blu-ray player. The spacious primary bath has a large walk-in shower and large free-standing tub. Both downstairs bedrooms open to the backyard area which features an extensive paver-stone patio area with a huge 5-burner gas grill and plenty of outdoor seating. The first guest bedroom has a queen bed and 42" smart HD TV with Blu-ray player. This bedroom shares a Jack-n-Jill bath with the 2nd guest bedroom, however the half-bath is right next to this bedroom. The third bedroom features 2 bunk beds each with a full/twin mattress sleeping 6 kids comfortably. The bunk room also has a 40 inch smart HD TV with Blu-ray player. The den features a 57" smart HD TV with Blu-ray player with a sound bar and two full sleeper sofas. High definition cable TV and wireless internet is included. The dining room table has room for eight. The fully stocked kitchen features a gas stove, a gas double oven, microwave, and large refrigerator. The first and second floor wrap-around porches are perfect for relaxing and chilling out. BEACH ACCESS: Five houses to the east and you are out of the subdivision entrance. Go one half block down Crystal Beach Drive and just to the right of The Inn at Crystal Beach and you are at the public beach access. It is a short and easy walk. (click the "Location" tab)
COMMUNITY POOL: Is eight houses away on the same side of the street.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Travelers must adhere to the HOA rules concerning parking, trash collection, loud noise etc... These will be sent after booking or upon request.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 450987vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • James Lee Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled?

As of 10 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled on 14 August 2026 start from NZ$2,836, 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 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 'Day Dream' Beach House Half Block to Destin Beach Freshly Remodeled located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to beach, restaurants, and stores. We had a great time with our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay. Easy access to beach and pool. We met some great neighbors vacationing and enjoyed all the community had to offer. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
We are so happy you guys had a great stay, and met some of our neighbors. We have nice neighbors. We sure would like to see you come back. Thanks, Ray.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just returned from our trip and it was amazing. The house was perfect for 9 of us. The location is a very short walk to the beach and central to everything!! We plan on returning!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
We are so glad you guys had a good time. Thank you for the excellent review. We try to keep the house updated and relevant. We hope you do come back. Thanks, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - home was comfortable - adequately stocked kitchen - host was very accommodating - neighborhood pool is very nice- would definitely recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Day Dream is a Day Dream! It's a wonderful VRBO in a great neighborhood that is less than 5 minutes to the beach. If you want to be in a beautiful home for your Destin stay that is close to the beach this is your choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thank you for the kind words. It makes us happy when we hear guests enjoyed their stay. Thanks again for taking the time to review your stay. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our fourth year at Day Dream and it continues to be our favorite place. The house is in a great location for the beach, pool, shopping and restaurants. It is well stocked with everything we needed for cooking/grilling. We hope to continue our tradition at Day Dream!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2026
Thank you for the kind words. It is always our pleasure to host such nice guests as you guys. We hope to see you again next year. Thanks so much. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cynthia T.

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

Summer vacation home 🏡

We love staying here when we go to Destin FL.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you so much. We love having you as a guest. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Thanks, Ray and Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, close to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2025
Thanks for the kind words. I hope you guys can make it back for another good vacation. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherie R.

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

Summer getaway

Summertime getaway with family location was convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Thanks for the kind words. We are glad you enjoyed it. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

anthony a.

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

Destin vacationer

It was a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2024
We are glad you had a good stay. Hope to see you again in the future. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

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

Another great stay

This was our third stay at Day Dream and we had another wonderful vacation. Very convenient location with restaurants, shopping and beach nearby. Thanks for sharing your house, Ray!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Your always welcome Veronica. Sorry for my slow response to your review. I am glad everything went great for you guys again. Spring is such a great time to vacation at the beach. Thanks for your kind words. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

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

Great Return Trip

This was our second visit to Day Dream. Great location, beautiful property. We loved our visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your visit. Hope you will return again in the future. If so, let me know before you book, so I can give you the "most favored guest" rate. Thank you so much. Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hailey b.

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

AMAZING STAY

We celebrated my best friends bachelorette and had the most amazing relaxing weekend. The house was perfect and Ray helped us out so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
We are glad you had a good stay, and just remember us the next time you need a relaxing break. Hope the wedding and the marriage, of course, are a great success. Thanks, Ray and Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

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

Crystal Shores

House was clean and just right for us. Neighborhood was pristine and felt very safe. Short walk to pool and beach. Wonderful stay in Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2021
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again. Thanks, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Really is a Day Dream

House was beautiful, the location was great, and the management team was extremely responsive and helpful. Will definitely plan another trip to Day Dream!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Thank you for the kind words. We are glad you had an enjoyable stay. Hope to see you again. Thanks, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica L.

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay! The house was the perfect setup for our family. Loved the brightness of the home & the neighborhood. The location was great with close proximity to the beach, pool and restaurants/shopping. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the lovely review. We, and our management team, do our best to keep the house in prime shape. Thank you, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

A Little Bit of Heaven on Earth

This house is adorable, inside and out! The decor, bedding, kitchen, and just everything were more than I ever hoped for. The baby had room to run, plus we all had plenty of room to ourselves. The house is cozy, comfy, and welcoming -
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
Hey Julie, We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your kind words as we are always looking to improve the house. We would love to have you back at some future time. Thanks again, Ray & Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great Vacation

This is a delightful house that suited the 8 of us nicely! Any concerns were addressed promptly. Thank you for a memorable experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you kindly. We are happy the house was suitable for your group, and you were able to make some good memories. Thanks, Ray and Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

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

The most amazing week of my life!

It was the most adorable, spacious, clean and so cozy house. I loved everything about it! It is in the most perfect location and so quiet and family friendly. We did not want to leave. Highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you for the kind words. We are so glad you had a good stay. You are welcome anytime. Thanks, Ray and Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

We had an amazing time and our home was incredible. We will most certainly return. Thanks so much.

The house was awesome. It was just as described and our family fell in love with it the moment we walked in. The location was absolutely perfect and so quiet. We walked to the beach numerous times every day and it took less than 10 minutes. We made wonderful family memories with our stay. Needless to say, we are already planning our return to this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you so much for the nice review. My wife and I work hard to make things enjoyable for everyone, and getting responses like these is very much appreciated. Thanks, Ray & Shelley
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

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

Friends week

We had a great time and the location is a short walk from the beach. However the house needs a deep cleaning as the showers were dirty and the sheets seemed like they might not have been switched. Overall it is a nice house with a friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Glad you had a good time. I wish though that you would have reached out to me or my management team to address any issues you were having. We certainly would have addressed them. Thanks, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

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

Outstanding host and location.

The group had an amazing time with this property and will definitely return next time we have this many people. Very walkable to the beach in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. We did have an issue with not having enough hot water for our 12 people to shower every evening and parking was tight for 4 vehicles. The host and neighbors are chill so long as your group does the same.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Thanks for the kind words. As for the hot water, the tank is large and capable, but I think the temperature was set down too low for your stay. Thanks again and hope to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Exceptional

Ray is a wonderful owner who has put a lot of effort in making a wonderful place for vacationers to come and have a home away from home. This property is everything it is listed as, and Ray was a pleasure to work with. All positives on everything! I would suggest renting a golf cart if you carry a lot of bunch stuff. Also, it’s a good place, so the beaches get plenty of people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you so much for your kind response. We are glad your family had a good time and the house was a good fit for you. I hope you got some good pics of those memories you are taking back with you. Thanks, Ray and Shelley
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Owner (Ray) is great

The property is exactly as promised - walking distance to the beach, quiet neighborhood and clean. We didn’t have hot water for the first part of our stay, but it was fixed as soon as I reached out to Ray. The front door is a little quirky but calling the property manager helped us get in. I would return to the property in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Just looking through my reviews and noticed I neglected to respond to your review. Sorry about that. Thank you for the kind words even though I'm a little late. Thanks, Ray
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Family Vacation

The house was amazing. We enjoyed how close it was to the beach. The cleanliness was just ok. There was sand on the floor when we arrived and a pile of sand in the corner in the bunk bed room and there was another dirty issue but I don’t want to say. The owners are aware of it and they personally called me to apologize which meant a lot to me. The cleaning people were suppose to show up the next day but they never did. Overall this is a fantastic place to stay. Especially with a bigger family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are really sorry for the clean. That rarely happens at our place, but the manager dealt with the ones responsible. Anyway, we appreciate your kind words . Thanks, Ray & Shelley

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