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The Grits Carlton - Gated Community, Free Beach Service, Private Pool + Beach!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 15 253.0 sq m
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Miramar Beach, FL
- Silver Sands Premium OutletsâȘ6 min walkâŹ
- Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The LinksâȘ3 min driveâŹ
- Baytowne WharfâȘ6 min driveâŹ
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)âȘ40 min driveâŹ
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
First Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
Second Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First Floor - Master Bathroom
First Floor - Powder Room
Second Floor - Guest Bathroom
Second Floor - Master Bathroom
Second Floor - Master Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
The Grits Carlton - Gated Community, Free Beach Service, Private Pool + Beach!
What You Will Love About The Grits Carlton
Perched lakefront in Shipwatch, one of Miramar Beach's most exclusive gated Gulf-front communities, The Grits Carlton offers a luxurious coastal retreat just steps from a private, uncrowded 400-foot stretch of white sand beach. With 2,700 square feet of living space, this five-bedroom, 4.5-bath vacation home comfortably accommodates up to 15 guests. The home features three spacious primary bedrooms with private baths and balconies, along with two custom bunk roomsâperfect for kids or teens. Each bedroom is equipped with a flatscreen TV for entertainment. The open-concept living area includes a family room with a 60" LED Smart TV, a large sectional, and swivel chairs, offering plenty of room to relax. The gourmet kitchen boasts all-new furnishings, including a French door refrigerator, ice maker, and a large island that's ideal for casual dining or socializing. Step outside to enjoy the lakefront deck, complete with a splash pool, built-in seating, a propane grill, and outdoor dining areas.
First Floor: Large open living area, custom kitchen, dining room, king primary suite with lake views and private bathroom, spacious lakefront deck with splash pool.
Second Floor: King primary suite with large bathroom and garden tub, additional king primary suite with private bathroom, bunk room with a full bunk as well as a twin bunk with shared bathroom, additional bunk room with full/twin bunk, and a laundry room.
What You Will Love About the Area
The location of The Grits Carlton places you in the heart of Destin's best offerings. Situated one mile west of Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, this home is within walking distance of Silver Sands Premium Outlets, grocery stores, and restaurants. Scenic Gulf Drive's sidewalks provide a picturesque setting for biking or strolling along the coast. Golf enthusiasts will love the proximity to seven championship courses, including those at Sandestin, Seascape, Regatta Bay, and Emerald Bay, all within a 3-mile radius. For more shopping, dining, and entertainment, head to Destin Commons, The Village of Baytowne Wharf, or HarborWalk Village, all less than 15 minutes away. Family-friendly activities such as charter fishing, water sports, mini golf, and bowling are just a short drive from the home.
What You Will Love About Ocean Reef
Booking with Ocean Reef Resorts ensures your stay at The Grits Carlton is seamless and full of perks. Through our Reef Rewards program, guests enjoy access to complimentary and discounted activities, from water sports and fishing charters to dining and local attractions.
Additionally, The Grits Carlton offers complimentary beach chair service from March through October, providing two chairs and one umbrella set up daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. Our dedicated team is always available to assist with personalized concierge services and insider tips to make your Destin vacation truly unforgettable.
*add $50.00 per day to heat pool (available Oct-April if needed)
*Allotted parking for three cars at the house. Please ask a reservationist about additional parking.
*No weddings or events allowed per the HOA
*Seasonal beach chair service is provided complimentary from March through October. This includes two chairs and one umbrella set up daily from 9 AM - 5 PM.
*Tents and canopies are not allowed on the beach.
*This property is monitored by a security camera located at the front door.
*Note â This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
Perched lakefront in Shipwatch, one of Miramar Beach's most exclusive gated Gulf-front communities, The Grits Carlton offers a luxurious coastal retreat just steps from a private, uncrowded 400-foot stretch of white sand beach. With 2,700 square feet of living space, this five-bedroom, 4.5-bath vacation home comfortably accommodates up to 15 guests. The home features three spacious primary bedrooms with private baths and balconies, along with two custom bunk roomsâperfect for kids or teens. Each bedroom is equipped with a flatscreen TV for entertainment. The open-concept living area includes a family room with a 60" LED Smart TV, a large sectional, and swivel chairs, offering plenty of room to relax. The gourmet kitchen boasts all-new furnishings, including a French door refrigerator, ice maker, and a large island that's ideal for casual dining or socializing. Step outside to enjoy the lakefront deck, complete with a splash pool, built-in seating, a propane grill, and outdoor dining areas.
First Floor: Large open living area, custom kitchen, dining room, king primary suite with lake views and private bathroom, spacious lakefront deck with splash pool.
Second Floor: King primary suite with large bathroom and garden tub, additional king primary suite with private bathroom, bunk room with a full bunk as well as a twin bunk with shared bathroom, additional bunk room with full/twin bunk, and a laundry room.
What You Will Love About the Area
The location of The Grits Carlton places you in the heart of Destin's best offerings. Situated one mile west of Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, this home is within walking distance of Silver Sands Premium Outlets, grocery stores, and restaurants. Scenic Gulf Drive's sidewalks provide a picturesque setting for biking or strolling along the coast. Golf enthusiasts will love the proximity to seven championship courses, including those at Sandestin, Seascape, Regatta Bay, and Emerald Bay, all within a 3-mile radius. For more shopping, dining, and entertainment, head to Destin Commons, The Village of Baytowne Wharf, or HarborWalk Village, all less than 15 minutes away. Family-friendly activities such as charter fishing, water sports, mini golf, and bowling are just a short drive from the home.
What You Will Love About Ocean Reef
Booking with Ocean Reef Resorts ensures your stay at The Grits Carlton is seamless and full of perks. Through our Reef Rewards program, guests enjoy access to complimentary and discounted activities, from water sports and fishing charters to dining and local attractions.
Additionally, The Grits Carlton offers complimentary beach chair service from March through October, providing two chairs and one umbrella set up daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. Our dedicated team is always available to assist with personalized concierge services and insider tips to make your Destin vacation truly unforgettable.
*add $50.00 per day to heat pool (available Oct-April if needed)
*Allotted parking for three cars at the house. Please ask a reservationist about additional parking.
*No weddings or events allowed per the HOA
*Seasonal beach chair service is provided complimentary from March through October. This includes two chairs and one umbrella set up daily from 9 AM - 5 PM.
*Tents and canopies are not allowed on the beach.
*This property is monitored by a security camera located at the front door.
*Note â This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
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Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0â17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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About the area
Miramar Beach
Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting.

Miramar Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
- Baytowne Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- âȘChick-fil-A - âŹ7 min walk
- âȘWhataburger - âŹ7 min walk
- âȘCircle K - âŹ6 min walk
- âȘThe Surf Hut - âŹ7 min walk
- âȘStarbucks - âŹ10 min walk
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