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Newly Renovated Beachfront Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views!

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Property grounds
Exterior
Pool
On the beach
TV, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 26557 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Beaches
    1 min walk
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    10 min walk
  • The Track Family Recreation Center
    2 min drive
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    4 min drive

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About this property

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

Newly Renovated Beachfront Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views!

Diamond in the Dunes - Vacation Rental in Dunes of Destin
Formerly known as Semi-True Story

Favorite Features:
- Oceanfront
- Pool (Heat Available)
- Spa Tub
- Private Beach Access
- Elevator
- 4 Bikes Included
- 2 Sets of Beach Service Included

More About Diamond in the Dunes:
Diamond in the Dunes is a gorgeous, Gulf-front home in Dunes of Destin. This home features beautiful Gulf views with a private pool and beach access for guests to enjoy their vacation with easy access to all of their favorite activities. Upon entering the main floor, guests will be greeted by a spiral staircase and the main area of the home, complete with an elevator for easy access to three floors. Beautiful white walls, updated finishes, LVP floors, and exposed beams create a clean and modern atmosphere. Gather in the living room and enjoy a movie with the family while enjoying the Gulf view from the sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony. The open floor plan of this area is perfect for the family to be together while eating meals or relaxing in the living room. The extravagant kitchen features floating shelves, top-of-the-line commercial appliances, two dishwashers, and a spacious pantry. The entire family can gather around the large dining room table next to windows with beautiful views. Step onto the balcony to experience unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico through seamless glass railings. Also on the balcony, guests can access the pool area from a spiral staircase that leads to the pool deck.

The entire lower floor of the home consists of an enormous and unique bunk room with three built-in queen-over-queen-over-queen bunk beds. Two sofas accommodate this space around a large flat-screen TV. There are two bathrooms in this large space, each with two standalone, custom showers. Just off of the bunk area is a queen bedroom and a laundry room. Step onto the pool deck and splash into some fun in this stunning private pool with a built-in spa tub! Guests can also access the beach via private beach access.

Upon entering the third floor, guests are welcomed to a common area with a bar complete with floating shelves, a mini-fridge, and a coffee and wine area with a bar table. Two Gulf-front bedrooms, each with a private bath and a walk-in closet, are located on this floor. The master suite boasts beautiful Gulf views with private access to the balcony. The private bathroom has been completely upgraded with a large standalone shower, a separate tub, and a dual-sink vanity. Step onto the balcony where you can see the water through the seamless glass railings while you enjoy a hot cup of coffee. The secondary master is right next door and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and private access to the Gulf-front balcony.

The fourth floor is home to four more bedrooms to accommodate your guests. Two of the bedrooms are furnished with king beds and provide guests with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms include king beds and private bathrooms as well as lovely views of the Gulf through the balcony doors and windows.

Diamond in the Dunes was renovated to meet the needs of all different types of travelers. Whether you are hosting a family reunion, a wedding, or a corporate retreat, this home is sure to make your vacation unique and memorable. Splash around in the large private pool and spa tub or relax on any of the balconies and enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf and make memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

This home is located in the beautiful community of Dunes of Destin and is within walking distance to shopping and dining options in Destin including The Pancake Factory, Target, Winn-Dixie, Hungry Howie's, and more!

**Weddings are allowed at the property but not on the beach.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Destin Beaches. You'll find features such as 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
  • Steps from Destin Beaches and 10 minutes on foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
Newly Renovated Beachfront Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views! offers its guests a water park.

Property manager

Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Newly Renovated Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views!
Newly Renovated Gulf front Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views!
Luxury Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views Community Amenities!
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Newly Renovated Beachfront Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Vaca
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Diamond in the Dunes vacation
Excellent property with all amenties included (suite bedrooms, fabulous bunk room, private pool, elevator, easy private beach access, beautiful living quarters, quality appliances/housewares, etc.). We would stay here again for any family Destin vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Westerville, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise by the Sea
Stunning property with private pool and exclusive entrance onto semi private beach. Very responsive management team that sends you a link to everything you need to know about the home and your stay. It is expensive but worth every penny. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th Anniversary with Family
This home was the perfect fit for our family of 18. I was a little stressed out with all the reviews about the pool alarm and the codes for all the doors and gates but it was a breeze. Also, thank goodness for the elevator! Everyone had it figured out in no time without issue. We didn’t get to use the bikes much (tires were flat). Great house though!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty by the Sea
My family had a fabulous time! The access to the beach was wonderful. The beds, linens and accommodations were 5 star. Our only complaint was the ice machine was located on the bottom floor, not in the kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaToya P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The property management team communicated well throughout our stay to ensure that everything was going well. Anytime there was an issue, they were very responsive in addressing them. The home itself was just as the pictures described and the home was well equipped with our vacation needs. The elevator was a bit tricky, but we were able to use it throughout the duration of our stay. Depending on the type of vehicles that you are traveling in, parking can be a bit tricky because the driveway is in an angle, but we were able to fit two 15 passenger vans in the driveway. Overall, we had a great stay and are looking forward to returning as soon as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house right on the beach!
Beautiful home with easy beach access. Perfect for a corporate retreat. The number of Access codes were a bit challenging to navigate at first but then fine. Garage too small to fit 2 minivans. Elevator helpful yet reliability is concerning. Huge kitchen and eating space. Bedroom suites were above expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Vacation
Really nice place. Elevator is untrustworthy. Finishing touches were weak. No towel bars or hooks. Curtain rods fell on the floor, stairwell spindles fell to the first floor creating a safety concern, gas smell in the basement. It just seems like the all the finish work was incomplete.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Romex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Remodeled Beach House
We stayed here for 4 days. It was plenty big enough. There were only a few complaints. When we arrived we were unloading our van and got a call within 5 min that it was parked in the wrong spot. We hadn't even gotten all our luggage out yet. There are a lot of codes. One to get into neighborhood, one into house, one for garage. They aren't all in an easy place to refer to. The elevator in the house is confusing if/when it works. The alarm downstairs is annoying. I can see why it's important for little kids but we didn't have any little kids. The fridge squeaks like the door is too heavy. Aside from that- the location is amazing, the pool/hot tub were great, the house was clean. Everyone had a great time and we would definitely come back. I would still give this a 5 star rating!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation EVER!
This home immaculate and in a perfect location. It was nice to have beach front access. We loved every detail about this home! It was nice that each bedroom had its own bathroom. Our family loved it so much we are already planning to book this home again for our next trip.

8/10 Good

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location on Miramar Beach
Our first home was unavailable one week from occupancy due to a water emergency, but we were fortunate this home was available. This is the perfect location on Miramar Beach in Destin. The proximity of the beach to the home is wonderful, with a beautiful porch and pool area. Beach set-up inclusive with the rental was great! The home is well appointed with ample bedrooms, baths and a delightful gourmet kitchen. The overall Tuscan style of the home include furnishings that are quite comfortable, if a bit heavy and wall colors are strong in some bedrooms/baths. The entrance and exit of the home required the code for both garage and door each time and a garage remote during weather would have been appreciated. There is also a pool protection alarm at all doors leading out to pool/porch... it must be touched every time you enter and exit, this was really bothersome ( it became a real irritant during our stay ) *we had no children under 16. It is not listed well in the information and had to be serviced during our stay once because it wouldn't silence and the master egress went off once at night despite no entry or exit at that area at all. Overall a really nice property, but I would not stay there again due to the alarm.