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Private Pool ~ FREE Golf Cart ~ Close to Beach~ Dogs OK

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • James Lee Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Pool ~ FREE Golf Cart ~ Close to Beach~ Dogs OK

Welcome to Dolphin Retreat!

Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is a local Destin company and we take great measures to ensure every aspect of the home and your stay is as perfect as can be. We make sure this home is clean, well-maintained and ready for you to enjoy. Unlike other property managers, who may be hundreds of miles away, our office is right here in the neighborhood – so if anything breaks down while you’re staying, our staff is close by to come and fix it! We’re happy to answer any questions before you book and we’re available during your stay.

You’ll enjoy a wonderful beach vacation in this spacious home, just steps from the beach! It’s an ideal home for 2-3 families with children- we sleep up to 15 people.

2 Comfortable living areas (first floor & second floor)
Updated and fully-equipped kitchen
Large dining table seats 10 + more seating at kitchen counter
FREE 4- passenger electric golf cart ($600-$800 value!)
Balconies in front and back
Private backyard pool
Separate carriage house with double queen suite and kitchenette
Covered outdoor dining area with outdoor kitchen/grill, TV and fireplace
Pet Friendly*
Basketball Goal & Cornhole Game

4 Bedrooms and 4 ½ Bathrooms
2 King Bedrooms with private ensuite bathrooms (1-first floor/1-second floor)
Bunk room with full-over-full bunks + twin trundle (first floor), hall bath
Double Queen Bedroom with private ensuite bathroom (upstairs Carriage House)

Additional amenities include:
Free Wi-Fi
TVs in all bedrooms and both living areas
Fluffy white bath towels and a hair dryer in each bathroom
High chair and pack-n-play
Washer & dryer - large laundry/mudroom
Iron and ironing board
Kitchenette in the carriage house
Beach cart with 4 beach chairs & umbrella
Cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap

Families love the unique reverse floor plan of this home. The main house has a king bedroom and a bunk room downstairs, 2 full baths, plus a living area with a very classy built-in wet bar and queen-size sleeper sofa. On the 2nd floor, you’ll find a large open concept kitchen/dining/living area, half bathroom, plus a king master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The separate guest house has a large open room upstairs with 2 queen beds plus a kitchenette, seating area, full bath, and walk-in closet.

The well-equipped kitchen is open to the 2nd floor living area and has new stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space. You’ll find all the dishes, pans and utensils you may need, and a Keurig K-Cup coffee maker. We want you to feel at home, and the large, open layout is a perfect gathering spot for your family or friends. From here, you can step out onto the balcony overlooking the beautiful pool area.

KING BEDROOM SUITE with private ensuite - 1st floor
The beautiful, private suite in the main house features a private ensuite bathroom and direct access to the private backyard and pool.

BUNK ROOM, 1st floor
This large room features a full-over-full bunk bed and a roomy closet. There's also a twin trundle bed, perfect for our little guests. There’s a full bathroom in the hallway next to this bedroom.

KING BEDROOM SUITE with private ensuite - 2nd floor
Step out onto the front balcony from this large private suite with an extra-large walk-in closet and private ensuite bath with double vanity and sink with makeup station, separate tub and walk-in shower.

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CARRIAGE HOUSE
This lovely guest house is next to the private pool behind the main house. You'll access this area from exterior stairs.

DOUBLE QUEEN BEDROOM with ensuite - Carriage House
This beautiful, open bedroom features two queen beds, HDTV, walk-in closet and a kitchenette with a small fridge, sink, toaster, coffee maker & microwave. A small table and chairs make a great spot for morning coffee or a snack. There’s also a private bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

PRIVATE POOL & BACKYARD
You’ll find an amazing outdoor grilling/kitchen area with a sink, plus a natural gas fireplace! There’s a TV and outdoor dining table too. The private professionally maintained swimming pool is nestled in the beautifully landscaped backyard. It’s all yours – enjoy it! Pool heat is available for an additional fee.

OFF-STREET PARKING
You may park up to 4 vehicles at this home, depending on size. There is no street parking in Destin.

PET FRIENDLY
We are pet friendly and welcome your dogs in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Crystal Beach is the gold standard of Destin...no high-rise condominiums or beaches packed with 4 rows of vendor chairs. Crystal beach is mostly residential, which contributes to the quietness of the neighborhood. A large public beach access is less than a block away.

Restaurants, activities and entertainment are also close-by. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half-mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Panera Bread, Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. Local favorite, Camille’s, is an easy walk and The Crab Trap is about a mile east. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go para-sailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”!

PLEASE NOTE: Monthly rates during November through February are based on two-person occupancy without the use of the carriage house. If you have more than two people staying at the monthly rate, you may be subject to additional charges after you have booked the reservation online.




Our customers tell us they enjoy this holiday home's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Miramar Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a water park. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Miramar Beach and a 2-minute drive from Destin Commons
Private Pool ~ FREE Golf Cart ~ Close to Beach~ Dogs OK offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. The family-friendly Private Pool ~ FREE Golf Cart ~ Close to Beach~ Dogs OK also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

*Sugar Palm Rentals*

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs okay, with pre-approval & pet fee.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Max Occ. includes ages 0-2; ages 16+ are adults.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Private Pool ~ FREE Golf Cart ~ Close to Beach~ Dogs OK Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kellie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation house in Destin
We thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful house for our vacation. It is a quick walk or golf cart ride to the beach. The pool in the back is perfect. The house was so spacious. We had no issues with noise carrying from other rooms. We’ve stayed here twice now and will keep booking this house each year, if we can.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Beautiful property. Nice decor. Super close to the beach. Outdoor area is great. We recommend it. The only issue we found is low hot water pressure sometimes on upper bathroom and the mattress on the king beds probably is time for a change . Other than that.. perfect stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K., OFallon

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2023
Great trip. Great property! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Home Review
We enjoyed our stay. The home was nice and clean. Great proximity to the beach with a short walk, and golf cart was a nice perk to help transport items. Property management was responsive and ready to help with any issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Amazing property. Easy walk to the beach. We had 8 of us - 2 adults and 6 teenagers and it was a great location to have a variety of things to do - beach, pool, shopping, etc. Super close to Destin Commons, great eats and stores. Camille's is a nice walk for coffee in the morning (I did not try for lunch or dinner). Will absolutely rent again if in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lydia W., Lexington

Liked: Cleanliness
Satisfied minus the Golf cart
Everything was wonderful at this house. The kitchen was fully stocked with PLENTY of dishes and all the utensils needed! No rehashing every single day because you don’t have enough. We enjoyed the pool and the patios so much. Only about 300ft away from beach. The walk was flat, very easy, and no trouble throughout the week. Our only complaint and why I deducted a star is because this listing advertised a golf cart. The cart we were provided was electric and would die at 70-80% battery life. We had to get it towed back to the house by the golf cart company, unfortunately. When talking with the golf cart worker on the defect of this cart, they dismissed us saying “oh yeah electric golf carts won’t go past 85%, usually not more than 6-7 miles per ride.” When telling him that the golf cart was at 85% when it died and we hadn’t traveled more than 2 miles, he spoke to us like we were stupid and told us that the battery gage couldn’t be trusted. This was frustrating because he was essentially telling us there is no way we can know when the golf cart will die and refused to provide us with a different one. I understand this isn’t necessarily the fault of the property management, but it was frustrating to be promised a golf cart In the listing but not have one to use throughout the week because it was so unreliable. I’d recommend transitioning to a gas cart.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in the heart of Destin.
Everything about this property was perfect. Very close to the beach (2 minute walk). Close to shops and grocery stores. If any issues had come up, the rental company responded quickly. The only negative we encountered was going during college spring break which is at no fault to the property or rental company.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERICA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location!
A short walk to the beautiful emerald water and white sand beach was just what we were looking for! We stayed for two weeks and had family and friends visit along the way. We loved being able to have our dog with us and we enjoyed waking him around the neighborhood. The golf cart was so much fun to ride around on. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House for a Girls Trip!
The house was as described and very clean upon arrival. Everything was in working condition. The house is extremely spacious for a large group, with a lot of common area, 2 kitchens and several bedrooms. The best part of the house is the backyard with a pool, grill and lounge chairs. The location cannot be beat - it's only 1 block for a beautiful beach and walking distance to a cafe and the Crab Trap. The only watch-out (not complaint) is the top bunk bed is very unsturdy and you are told it's for <50lb children - I would not plan on using the top bunk if you have teens or adults. We would book this house again in a heart beat it checked all our boxes!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
The house worked out great for our group! We had 7 adults and 4 kids. We never felt crowded or like we didn’t have enough room. The house was very clean. We loved the outdoor area and pool and used it daily. Location was amazing, less than 5 min walk to the beach! We also loved having the golf cart to ride around in and for quick trips to the gas station. There were a couple small issues that were not addressed or fixed during our stay, but overall we still had an amazing time!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara F., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home, steps from the beach
We loved our stay in Crystal Beach at this comfortable home. It was a very short walk to the beach and they had all the supplies to make our days in the sand very comfortable. The available beach chairs and umbrella were a real plus for extending our time by the waves. There were some elements about the home that seemed older - the paint was chipping in a few places on the cabinetry and dining table, and some of the fixtures were more Tuscan style while the furniture was more modern. The bunkbed structure was very loose and needed to be retightened, which the property company did say they would address (and it wasn't such a safety concern that we couldn't use it). While clearly advertised that beach towels were not provided, it would definitely have improved our experience to have them available for us since we were traveling from farther away and bringing them took up packing space. We enjoyed the outdoor areas most in this home. We spent a whole afternoon in the upper porch sitting area, and we had almost every midday meal and a couple of dinners on the wonderful downstairs porch. The pool/grill/handout zone in the backyard is wonderful. Having the pool to come back to when the kids were worn out by the saltwater was a major bonus. Great location, very comfortable house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tom f., Youngstown, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Destin beach house
Great place, good for at least 10 people. One block from beach and gulf cart is a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house close to beach
We enjoyed the beach and pool! Any issue we had was addressed immediately. Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M., Chattanooga, Tn

Liked: Cleanliness
Destin stay
This home has a great layout for family stay. Had a few equipment problems that were quickly addressed by management. Only objection was loud all night noise by rowdy neighbors - the noise ordinance really doesn't help with that so if you want peace and quiet this area might not be for you. Great house though!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb outdoor space!
Amazing house and perfect for two families. Loved the outdoor space and the short walk to the beach! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and perfect for multiple families
We enjoyed the pool and the proximity to the beach. House is in great condition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable
Great property and easy access to the beach! Very relaxing and enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was very clean and stocked with everything you could want. Great communication with maintenance staff with the one small problem that we had. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation.
We had a great time and would definitely stay here again!! The house was very clean when we arrived and the check in process was very easy. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The kids LOVED the pool and the beach was a short walk away. The beds were very comfortable. My only complaint-the front load washer was mildewy. I ran a hot water bleach cycle, then a hot water vinegar cycle, then a Tide cleaning pack cycle, and wiped it out really well. It cleaned fine and the clothes didn’t have an odor. I addressed it with the property manager. There were several restaurants, souvenir shops, etc we drove to using the golf cart(as well as an additional one we rented) on Old Scenic 98. Overall we had a great trip and would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Destin property
We stayed here with 2 families, 9 people total. It was very comfortable with that amount of people. Nice they had the second living area downstairs, the kids took that over. Also nice to have the separate guest quarters above the garage. Beds were comfortable. We loved the golf cart to cruise around & go to restaurants. The saved spot on the beach was very nice. It’s a very short walk to the beach. Beaches & water are beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debi R., Macon, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
We'll be back
Property was close to beach, spacious, clean, equipped, kid friendly. Service from rental company was superior! Felt like they genuinely were on call at all times. Neighborhood was perfect. We were all very comfortable. We will be back to this area if not this exact house. Thanks, Sugar Palms Rentals.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Ashleigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to beach
Short walk or golf cart ride to beach. Plenty of room for a big family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Gayle R.

Comfortable stay
It was an enjoyable stay even though we did have to get someone to come back to clean floors after we got in. Was a little hesitant about washing clothes in washer, looked like mold around inside door, but other than that, we had an enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Troy V., Bentonville, AR USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation location!
Spacious, clean and well equipped living spaces combined with a fantastic location and the extras that made all the difference (golf cart, short walk to beach, beach chairs, beach toys, pool, and so much more)! Located in a family friendly neighborhood with convenient access to restaurants and stores. We will be making this a regular rotation in our vacation locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021