Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach - Destin

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Hall bathroom for bunk bed and light house bedrooms

Heated pool and Kiddie pool just 2 doors away. Shower/Bath and Air Fill Station.

Chairs, Umbrellas, Beach Cart, Pool and Sand Toys Available for Guest Use.

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8127 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Destin, FL

Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park14 min walk
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)4 min drive
Destin Harbor Boardwalk6 min drive
HarborWalk Village6 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach

DESTIN-ATION FUN, SUN and FISHING HEAVEN!!! We invite you to indulge in our “Piece of Paradise” that we call SEASIDE SERENITY. Our town-home is located just a 2-minute walk from the breathtaking emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and 3 steps from a heated pool and kiddy pool. Imagine no streets to cross or no elevators to navigate and being able to park by your very own front door.

Located in SOUTHBAY BY THE GULF at unit #95, one of Destin’s most sought after, ocean front, family friendly complex's. Our 2 story 1300 sq. ft. townhouse has 3 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 baths. It sleeps 8 people comfortably. It has been beautifully decorated to capture the charm and vibrant colors of the Gulf. Take the opportunity to enjoy the enchantment of coastal living at its finest!

Front door has keyless front entry. A code will be sent to each guest a few days before each stay.

SECOND FLOOR
MASTER BEDROOM: features a KING SIZE BED with two night stands, lamps, dresser, full private bath with bathtub/shower, walk in closet, ceiling fan, and 32" flat screen cable TV with remote.

SECOND BEDROOM: features a QUEEN SIZE BED, closet, night stand with lamp, ceiling fan, 32" flat screen cable TV with remote.

THIRD BEDROOM: features a BUNK BED with a FULL SIZE LOWER BUNK, a SINGLE SIZE UPPER BUNK, and a SINGLE SIZE LOWER TRUNDLE BED. This kid friendly room also has a night stand, lamp, closet, ceiling fan, 32" flat screen cable TV with remote.

UPSTAIRS BATH: The second and third bedrooms share a newly renovated full sized bath with bathtub/shower.

FIRST FLOOR: You will enjoy the convenience of parking in 2 reserved parking spaces just steps from your front door. Step through the front door onto an inviting FOYER. Off of the foyer is a front closet, 1/2 BATH and a LAUNDRY area that has a full size WASHER and DRIER.

FAMILY ROOM: Relax in a large sectional corner sofa that seats 6, an over-sized chair and ottoman that seats 2, enjoy the 42” flat screen cable TV, and complementary high speed wireless internet.

PATIO: Open the French doors and step from the family room onto a PRIVATE PATIO and GARDEN area complete with orange and lime trees. You can take in the ocean breezes and enjoy the gas grill, table and chairs with shade umbrella that seats 4 and outside storage closet packed full of beach chairs, beach umbrellas, beach cart, and beach and pool toys for your enjoyment.

Our “home-away-from-home” offers all of the comforts you could ever wish for such as a fully equipped kitchen with ceramic tile floors for that “at home” convenience. Other amenities include central heating and air conditioning, high speed wireless internet, 4 flat screen TV’s, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator freezer with filtered water and icemaker, coffeemaker, toaster, crockpot, blender, electric griddle, gas grill, pack-n-play (Please bring your own crib sheet and blanket), 3 booster seats, bath and kitchen towels, linens, pillows, extra blankets, a full size washer and drier, beach chairs, umbrellas, beach cart and numerous beach and pool toys. There is even an air fill station available on the pool deck for inflatables.

During your visit, enjoy the quaint peacefulness of Southbay by the Gulf’s colorful landscaping, enticing beachfront gazebo, 300 ft. of private beach, 2 adult and 2 kiddy pools, 2 lit tennis courts, and 5 acre freshwater lake with walking bridge, 2 lakefront gazebo’s, and lit fountains. Bring your fishing poles! the lake is stocked for fishing, catch and release only. Children will enjoy feeding the lake’s many ducks, turtles and birds from the bridges and gazebos.

Our townhome is located within walking distance of Destin Harbor, Mellow Mushroom, Sunsations beach store and many other popular shops and restaurants. It is a 5 min. drive to Winn Dixie, Super Wal-Mart, Target, The Big Kahuna water park, The Track amusement park, Destin Commons shopping mall, The Doughnut Hole, Fud Puckers (feed live alligators), The Back Porch and other restaurants and attractions within the heart of Destin. Sandestin’s The Village of Baytowne Wharf, and Silver Sands outlet mall is within a 15 minut drive. There is a restaurant and attraction guide available at the townhouse, complete with menu's of area restaurants and shopping maps and sports brochures, to help you choose between the many restaurants and attractions available.

Keywords: Townhouse, condo, condominium

Property manager

Olivia Woodard

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A very family oriented community.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is NOT allowed

Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors; Code enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.

People other than those in the Guest Party set forth above may not stay overnight in the property.

All of the units are privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons 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 Fort Walton Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Destin, FL

What's nearby

Destin Beaches - 6 min walk
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 14 min walk
Morgan Sports Center - 4 min drive
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive
HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive

Getting around

Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - 4 min drive
The Back Porch - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Beach Camp Brewpub - 4 min drive
Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach have a pool?

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

Is Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Refreshing & Relaxing Summer Paradise! - 2 Minute Walk from the Beach located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

21 April 2024

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

Paradise

Very nice location. Close to the beach and pool. Very relaxing. Close to many restuarants and guft stores. Veey kud friendly places to go to.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SEANA R.

10 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

SB 2024

There are not enough towels and washcloths throughout the condo and the kitchen pans are not in the best shape as we do a lot of eating in. The dishwasher didn’t work the entire week so doing dishes all week wasn’t great. The light above the table flickered all week long, most of the time it was on and the air sounded like a jet taking off every time it came on. It was very well stocked for the children, which we appreciate! I hate to be negative but we love this complex and have been coming to the same place for 20 years, this was not the same standards as we are used to and I have yet to receive my deposit refund which I thought would have come by now especially with the issues we had

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori K.

8 April 2024

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

Spring Break

This is the perfect spot for families! You park right in front of the property door, so there is no need to lug your belongings up multiple floors or hallways. The walk to the beach access can be made by walking through the back yard! The only downside is that most of the beach has “ghost” rental chairs, so you have to sit behind them or walk down the beach to find a clear spot if you opt to not rent one. I think that’s something you encounter no matter where you stay on the beach though.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jill C.

24 October 2023

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

Great location!

This placeis just steps from their pool and the gulf! That was the highlight for us. One of the bathrooms has been updated and all of the major appliances are very nice. The property itself was older and a bit dated, but the location was perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara C.

24 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would likely stay again

Having three bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths was truly a wonderful thing for us girls, ages 22, 43 and 73. The only way the location could have been better is if it would have had a beach view. As it was, it was a little walk through the complex, and we were at the beach. It's located off the main highway, but so far back it was nothing but convenient;so easy to find, and to get to everywhere we wanted to go. The place needed updated badly, but was comfy. Our main advice to owners is to provide enough dish detergent, beach towels, toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags which were locked in a closet The manager was generous in getting us extras, but we ended up running short anyway. The other thing is that getting the linens and towels washed before checking out should be a request, not a requirement. We paid a lot of cleaning fees, hostess fees, etc., and felt we did a whole lot of work in spite of that. We will be keeping the supply issue and the cleaning requirement in mind when choosing between a hotel and vrbo in the future, but with all that said we would likely be willing to go there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Olivia Woodard

Hello! My name is Olivia and I have managed this property since November of 2019. My mother owned and operated this property that we call ‘Seaside Serenity’ since 2004. Her full-time job was working with teens in a high school setting who have emotional and behavior disorders.

Mom fought breast cancer from November 2018 to July 2019. My sisters and I have managed the condo with mom's heart for our little home-away-from-home in mind. Mom always loved the beach at Southbay By the Gulf. There was nothing better than sitting on the beach, and floating in the clear, blue ocean water with her.

When we want to get away and have some family time, we head to the BEACH! We swim in the ocean, build sandcastles, ride bicycles, visit unique shops, grill out on the patio, bake fresh cookies, and take long walks on the beach.
The thing I love the best about owning and managing this rental property for mom is all the wonderful guests and neighbors that we have gotten to know over the years. People that I otherwise would not have met. We are very fortunate to have a large number of repeat guests. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about Seaside Serenity or our story.

Why they chose this property

My parents had been snorkeling and scuba diving for many years. They also enjoy swimming and shell collecting with my sisters and husband. Our favorite place to vacation was the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. We have been vacationing in Destin since 2004, and have never turned back. Coming to Destin is now a family tradition with many great photo's and memories.
We insisted that our property be very family oriented. We fell in love with Southbay as it captures the charm of old Florida and our condominium has the feel of a nice beach cottage, not a hotel room. Guests comment on how 'relaxed and at home' they feel at Seaside Serenity. We hope you make as many fun memories here as we have.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy having a private beach and pool less than two minutes from our doorstep. Southbay is one of a few properties that still has a 1 foot deep kiddy pool. Enjoy a private patio to grill delicious family dinners and a small garden in which to putter. Mom planted an orange and lime tree in the back yard a few years ago. They have grown into beautiful, fruit-bearing trees. We can hear the ocean from our doorstep and enjoy watching pods of dolphins from the beach.
Our development is quiet and tucked back by the ocean, yet we can be at any restaurant or at great shopping in 10 minutes or less. We love walking to the local Mellow Mushroom Pizza restaurant after our drive down to the condo.