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Dogs Welcome, Large Backyard Pool, Block to Beach

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Beach nearby
A heated pool
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8174 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

With a stay at this vacation home in Destin (Crystal Beach), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Destin Commons. .This vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Henderson Beach State Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Destin Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 4 min walk
  • Destin Commons - 8 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 15 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Dogs Welcome, Large Backyard Pool, Block to Beach

Walking on Sunshine Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey

• Maximum of 2 Dogs Welcome
• Heated private pool option now available!
• Brand new range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator
• Freshly painted pool deck and all exterior
• All new flooring throughout the entire home

From the beach-cottage architecture with its yellow siding to the extra large sunlit pool deck with table and chairs for outdoor dining right next to the large, private pool (heated option now available), Walking on Sunshine is classically Florida! Daily walks to the beach a block away under the palm trees…listening to music with a cool drink from the shade of the screened-in back porch…sitting on the front porch watching happy families wave hello- this is the stuff that Destin vacations are made of.

Walking on Sunshine’s meandering interior is ideal for a variety of guests vacationing together. Fast internet and FIVE smart, large flat screen TVs await you throughout the home for those times when you just want to kick back and relax. Stream your favorite binge worthy shows, or video conference with family, friends or even work. TWO downstairs entertainment rooms with large wall-mounted TVs and comfortable seating areas; a full dining room; a kitchen with all the accouterments to prepare your personal favorite dish; and three quiet bedrooms upstairs, all with large, smart flat screen TVs allow opportunity for each person to vacation at their speed. Plus, practical amenities like a full size laundry room, BBQ grill, plenty of parking, beach wagon, and pool toys.

Just a couple of blocks to Destin Commons, this great location in Crystal Beach allows you to walk to the beach or restaurants only improves the sunny disposition of this home. It will feel so good to let your plans be guided by positive things like whether to have a pool day or a beach day. A golf day or a shopping day? All of Destin’s entertainment options are very close by so let the sunshine carry you from this quintessential beach cottage to wherever your heart leads you.

This home is pet friendly. You must pay a pet fee (please inquire about cost before booking) and provide up to date shot records.

In the cooler seasons, pool can be heated for a fee.

Minimum length of stay required seasonally.
We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students

Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1874 sq ft (174 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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Dogs Welcome, Large Backyard Pool, Block to Beach Destin
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Dogs Welcome, Large Backyard Pool, Block to Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meagan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
We enjoyed our time at Walking On Sunshine!! Our family of 5 (ranging from ages 5-38) had plenty to keep us entertained at the house and in the area. The house was clean and well kept, well stocked, and had good customer service.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Bridget R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Short stay
The day before we were leaving there was a ROACH on the kitchen counter!! Really disgusting and freaked us out!! I called the next morning to complain and they said it was no big deal they were common in FL. They wanted to have pest control come and spray while we were in the house but we didn’t want to breathe that stuff in so told them to come the next day after we check out! Otherwise, it was a beautiful rental! I would just ask about roaches if you want to book it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Tara K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not clean or kept well
Upon arrival there were roaches in the kitchen coming out of the kitchen light fixture, huge dog poop on the pool deck after it clearly states on the contract no dogs allowed on pool deck as it is against the Florida health department code, there is no way this property was properly cleaned between guests and so much more wrong with this property. Even all of the vents for ac were dirty and rusted. This house can use a lot of TLC. I would not recommend working with VRBO their customer service was horrible dealing with this as feces and roaches with children is definitely a health and safety issue. The management company that runs the property did work with us eventually so we can leave early but it took a while to get them to agree (hours on the phone from 7 pm until 10 am the next day) they also eventually reimbursed us partially and they only gaVe a partial reimbursement a few weeks later.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends summer vacay
The kids enjoyed the pool a lot. We had so much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

LINDSEY H. H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fit Our Needs
This home was spacious enough for our family of 5 to enjoy each other and to have our own privacy. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. Having two tv’s and living areas downstairs was ideal for having young children. I rated cleanliness with a 4/5 because there was dog feces and empty beer cans and juice boxes on the pool deck when we arrived. The pool chairs were not organized and it was if the pool deck hadn’t been touched. We did not bring our dogs, so I’m sure it wasn’t from us. Most of the chairs on the front porch were broken, but aside from that, the interior of the home was well kept. The location to the beach was great but we did rent a golf cart to make it easier for transport out items. This home is just two houses from a 4 way stop sign, so you can hear traffic from the master bedroom early in the morning. If you’re a heavy sleeper, no worries, but it bothered me. Blackout curtains in the master would be great. All in all, we would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

George A., Freeland, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house
Great property that's short walking distance to beach! Pool was perfect for the kids. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything way great thank you.!!
My experience was great.!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing
We had the best time. Walking distance to shops as well as the beach. Beautiful pool in the backyard nice spacious house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

sam d.

meh
the property was a good location.. the house interior and furniture needs updating. the lighting inside is lacking in several areas, such as over the dining area there is no light. there was no DVD player in the whole house so we had to have the maintenance person install one. the TVs are hung high on the wall so your neck hurts after watching them..of course, if your used to this then its not an issue the beds are old, so your back is going to hurt every morning. the overall condition of the house is basically aged 1999/2000 style. communication with the manager is difficult..they have to get back to you, its usually a day turn around... the only good thing is you can bring your dogs, and we were going to but at the last minute we got a sitter.. so the house was no longer relevant so for the price, i will look for another house in 2022
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sandra C.

A good time was had
This house is in a great location if you don’t want to pay waterfront prices. It’s a 3 block walk to the beach. I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 because it could really use a deep cleaning and some routine maintenance. There is some mold on the ceilings in the master bath and closet. There is also a rug in the front family room that has a curled edge. I tripped over it many times. Fortunately, I didn’t actually fall and smack my head on the heavy wooden coffee table. The pool was absolutely fantastic. We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place and location
We loved everything about this place. It’s location to the beach and neighborhood was super. Pool a great amenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of room throughout. Nice private pool. Great screened-in back porch. Awesome neighborhood with a 5 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helena D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is amazing. We will definitely attempt to rent it again. Location is priceless!
The rental experience was seamless! Very efficient process. I love the text component about check in and information about the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha B., Jacksboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience!
We loved staying at this house! The house was amazing, roomy and clean. The pool was great! The walk to the beach was enjoyable. We had an issue with the screen door while there and it was promptly fixed. I could not ask for better service or better place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tanya S., Geneva, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking on Sunshine
Close to the beach, dogs allowed, clean, close to shops, perfect house to relax and recharge. Pool not heated just an FYI. Semi fenced in yard perfect for our four legged family members. We had a great stay and are hoping to stay again next time we are in Destin!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

2/10 Terrible

Shuree H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed
I will never rent it again big disappointment big waste of $$$)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott ..

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, with great location
very cute property, nice and close to the beach, walking path and plenty of things to do
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

daniel n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Short walk to the gulf and perfect pool. They responded instantly when we had questions about the house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

yesy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We loved this property, very accurate as listed ! Great amenities specially the private pool! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

kiana C., Evansville IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Charles vacation
We had a great time the house was beautiful and the location was amazing right by a little of everything such a amazing vacation

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
March 2020
Property was clean. Location is 3 blocks from beach and 3 blocks from shopping and movie theater. Lots of restaurants close by. The pool is the perfect size. I stayed for a month. I had one issue with the toilet and it was handled immediately. Bikes are provided and there are nice bike paths along the scenic drive. I felt very safe in the neighborhood even when I was there as a woman alone. I met the owner and he was very kind and even left me a small souvenir.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Diana R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Walking on Sunshine
The house was very nice. Could be cleaner (the floors and small rugs ) they needed cleaned and floors just needed washed with some water with cleaner. The hot water needs a plumber to fix it has faucets bleeding over which made the master bathroom hot water hard to get because it would bleed to another faucet. We have owned a plumbing company so knew the problem but need to track which faucet is causing the problem. The place was very roomy for a party of five and easy to leave. Yes we would stay there again providing they fixed the hot water problem in master bathroom. I like things clean and think your cleaners could do a better job. Especially dog hair under sofas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking on Sunshine
The property was a great place to spend a month, location was wonderful for access to both the beach and shopping. Any issues which arose during our stay were immediately attended to. The welcome basket was much appreciated!
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Pleasantville, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for vacation
Great single family home in a quiet neighborhood. Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. Less than a 10 minute walk to Destin Commons. Home feels like a home, not a vacation rental. We had 2 adults and 3 kids (12, 8, and 4) and the home was a prefect size.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019