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Destin Home Away From Home

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6174 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    10 min walk
  • Miramar Beach
    11 min walk
  • The Emerald Sanctuary
    12 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    16 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.

Destin Home Away From Home

Our two-story home is located in the family-oriented Mainsail Beach Resort complex.

We are just yards from the beach without the normal hassles of high rise elevators, but with all the amenities of a complex (tennis courts, two full-size pools (one heated), two kiddie pools, hot tub, video game room, exercise room, shuffleboard and basketball court, as well as seasonal beach service. You drive your car right up to the front door under cover of a carport. Your children can play in the yard or swim in the heated pool just outside our back patio door.

Mainsail is a 15-acre Gulfside family resort located across the street from the Silver Sands Outlet Mall. The resort is a gated community with 24 hour courtesy patrol. Our cottage is convenient to great golf courses, deep sea fishing, biking, shopping, great food, and all kinds of water activities.



The First Floor:
* Living room with high definition flat screen TV and DVD.
* Dining room seats six with additional seating for three at the kitchen bar.
* Kitchen is fully-equipped with electric stove, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, blender, crock pot, waffle maker, toaster, Keurig and coffeemaker.
* Laundry room - washer and dryer in unit.
* Half bath.
* Master bedroom suite with king-size bed, TV, and full bath with double sinks and large walk in shower.
* Patio with table and six chairs opening to back yard and pool area.

Second Floor:
* Bedroom with two twin beds and TV.
* Bedroom with queen-size bed and TV.
* Balcony overlooking back yard and heated pool.
* Full bath.

Enjoy cooking in our fully-equipped kitchen or grill out using the gas grills provided in the pool area. Our beautifully decorated home is our 'home away from home.' For those times we can't be there, we enjoy renting it to families who agree to treat it as they would their own home.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* This is a Non-Smoking unit.
* Mainsail does NOT allow pets and requires at least one person in your party to be 25 years old.

Keywords: House, Cottage
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Silver Sands Premium Outlets. An outdoor pool, a gym and a water park are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a lift
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts, a gym and a playground
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Miramar Beach
Destin Home Away From Home offers its guests a water park, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. A fitness centre, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly Destin Home Away From Home.

Property manager

Patricia Arauz

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,875 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 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a deadlock
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

Beautiful For Rent Miramar
Beautiful Home for Rent Miramar Beach
Beautiful Home for Rent Private vacation home
Beautiful Home for Rent Private vacation home Miramar Beach

Destin Home Away From Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We are repeats to this lovely place. Pat is the absolute best to deal with. She responds quickly anytime there has been a hiccup and she’s more than accommodating which is so important when you’re traveling with kids. Always a joy staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home-away-from-home at the beach
This was our second stay at this property, with our kids, aged 5 and 9. We really enjoy this cottage, as it provides us with the privacy of a house while we still have access to the pool amenities of a bigger condo complex. The house is a great layout for a family. Downstairs is the master bedroom with a comfy king-size bed, upstairs is a bedroom with two twin beds (perfect for the kids) and a bedroom with a Queen bed (perfect for grandma). They also have their bathroom upstairs. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the washer and dryer worked great. The dining room table seats six people, and the two sofas allow everyone to launch. There is also a patio table and enough chairs. The smaller, heated, and deeper pool is right outside the door. There are also grills that everyone can use. The bigger pool, hot tub, and baby pool are on the way to the beach and offer a shadier place in the later afternoon (when one recovers from sunburns). The walk to the beach is over a boardwalk and probably took 5-10 minutes. An umbrella and two chairs are already prepaid for. We enjoy this place and how close it is to everything! We plan to be back! :-)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Atmosphere
The property was great and served all my family's needs. Distance to the beach was wonderful and the surrounding amenities were a hit with the kids, especially the green space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time staying here for our vacation and would love to stay here again in the future. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home.
Best place to stay! The location is perfect and the owner is very sweet and easy to get in touch with. She is very thorough with directions and is helpful with anything you might need! You can’t go wrong with this place! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and hospitality
We had a fantastic stay at Pat’s house and would stay there again in a heartbeat. We had more than enough space for our family of 4 and were happy to be right next to a nice pool and steps away from the beach. House was very clean and well appointed, and host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Aside from our travel problems once we arrived it was a wonderful time for everyone. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Destin Florida vacation at Mainsail Property
This home was amazing. Very clean, fully equipped, comfortable. Will be staying again ! Owner was in contact during our trip. Response was very quick. Couldn't ask for anything more. Family was very impressed with the home. Thank you so much for everything. B. Callaham Greenville SC
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice! Pool right outside, grills close too!
All the amenities were great and right outside the door!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Visit for Thanksgiving
We had a great visit to Miramar Beach for Thanksgiving. The cottage was perfect for our family and the host was very friendly and quick to respond. We hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
The property was just as described. Fantastic location right by the pool with a short walk to the beach. The place has everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W., austin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and everything we needed
The place is exactly as described; very large rooms with all the basics supplied. Great AC with ceiling fans in all the rooms. Kitchen had ample equipment and dishes to serve multiple people. Very convenient location to grocery stores and of course, the beach. Community pool close but often too full of people to feel "safe" during covid precautions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Huizinga F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
House is a great size. Nice location to the beach and pool. Had trouble with a couple things that owner helped with. Upstairs bathroom door we could never get locked. Master bathroom had a nice update, but rest of house could use a refresh-more updated look. Would book again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleased
Renting this property was very easy. Communication with property owner was most pleasant. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We had a fantastic vacation at Miramar Beach! Cottage 23 was the perfect location. It was close to everything yet away from the hustle and bustle. The heated pool right outside the back door was fabulous and the short walk to the beach was very convenient. Pat was great to deal with and very prompt in answering any questions that I had, even giving me advice on activities and restaurants. We had such a great experience that we intend on renting this cottage again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage close to beach
This cottage was exactly as depicted. Kitchen was stocked well and ready for us to make quick meals “at home”. Short walk to the beach is the best (you don’t have to cross any streets). Owner is great to work with. I highly recommend this cottage for a beach retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla A.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT PROPERTY ON THE BEACH
GREAT COTTAGE TO STAY AT MIRAMAR BEACH, WE LOVE IT CLOSE TO THE POOL AND BEACH, CLEAN AND FULL STOCK WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A GREAT STAY. WE ARE PLANNING OUR NEXT STAY SOON.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of Cottage 23 at Mainsail
* HIGHLY recommend Cottage 23 at Mainsail * Great amenities for groups of 6 or fewer * Very convenient to beach and pools * Master Bath is very spacious and up-to-date; recommend replacing existing commode with a larger (elongated) bowl * A/C downstairs is super cold; recommend an additional small unit to properly cool upstairs-NOT a show-stopper
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

James P., Elizabethtown, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing stay in Destin!! Tons of space! Beautiful Property!
We've been to Mainsail a bunch of times, but we have always stayed in a condo unit in the towers. With our children being older now, we were looking for something with a bit more space that would allow for more privacy, but we still wanted to stay on the Mainsail property. When we found out we could rent this cottage it was a win win! Tons of space, SUPER close to the pool and grills (Just walk out the door and you're there!) Reserved chairs and umbrellas at the beach, tons of boogie boards and floats to use. This property is absolutely beautiful and it really felt like a home away from home. One of the best Destin vacations we've had. I highly recommend this property and the owners were a delight to work with! We'll be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness
2019 Vacation
Just as advertised. We had a wonderful time with our kids that are almost grown. Beach service was excellent, tennis courts had new lighting and store and shops located nearby. I really enjoyed not having to bother with elevators, Just pull under porch and your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family OR Friends Getaway
Mainsail #23 was a home away from home. Comfortable, yet clean. Well-stocked with kitchen utensils, appliances, towels etc. Across from convenient smaller pool and grills yet short walk to larger pool, whirlpool, kiddie pool and more grills AND white sand beach. Bonus umbrella and two canvas chairs set up daily on the beach. Walk to Starbucks OR outlet mall. Quiet and not in the downtown Destin congestion. Miramar Beach fun and relaxation for all ages!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Very nice and convenient
This cottage was great, we really enjoyed it. It had everything we needed. It is the best place we have rented in all the years we have visited Destin. We would definitely rent again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Peaceful and Relaxing
We had a wonderful stay. Cottage had everything we needed and then some. Fully stocked kitchen was a plus. Pat the owner was very responsive to our needs. Love staying at Mainsail due to the peaceful family oriented atmosphere. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

We were relaxed and comfortable at the cottage.
Great wifi, comfy beds, easy walk to the beach, great mailsail chairs and umbrella at the beach everyday and good hot showers. These are a few of our loves at this cottage. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. We will be returning to this cottage on every Destin vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R., Woodland, MS

The cottage is beautiful and very spacious. Kid friendly. Access to the resort's pool and hot tub.
We had plenty of gorgeous weather during our stay. Beach was a short walk. The water was clear and beautiful. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017