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Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart

Family-friendly stay near Miramar Beach

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a long sandy beach, a marina, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a round ottoman with nautical prints, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A dining area with a large table set for six, surrounded by wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 92228 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Emerald Bay Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • James Lee Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Destin Commons - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart

Welcome to Family Matters, a luxury, dog-friendly beach retreat in the exclusive gated community of Destiny East in Destin, Florida. Perfect for families and groups, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3 full + 2 half-bath home sleeps up to 9 guests and offers a private pool, spacious outdoor living, and access to resort-style amenities.

The open-concept layout features a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and waterfall countertops, ideal for gathering after a day at the beach. Each bedroom includes a private ensuite bathroom for added comfort and privacy.

Step outside to your private backyard oasis with a sparkling pool (optional heating), outdoor shower, grill, and dining area—perfect for relaxing evenings and family meals. Guests also enjoy access to Destiny East’s two community pools, tennis courts, fitness center, and clubhouse with a movie theater.
Located near James Lee Beach access, shopping, and top Destin restaurants, this home combines luxury, convenience, and coastal charm for an unforgettable Emerald Coast getaway.

Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 Primary Suite: King Bed, Ensuite separate spa Tub and Walk-in Shower, Walk-in Closet with Baby Crib
• Bedroom 2 King Guest: King Bed, Ensuite Walk-in Shower
• Bedroom 3 Queen Guest: Queen Bed, twin bunk bed, Ensuite Walk-in Shower

Guest Perks
• Dog Friendly (Up to 2 Dogs) for an additional $150 per dog. Please follow leash law and pick up after your pet.
• Private Pool + Optional Pool Heating
• Gated Community with Resort Amenities
• Beach gear (chairs, toys, etc.) and cruiser bikes available
• Optional golf cart and discounted golf cart rentals available
• Optional pre-arrival grocery delivery with Two Chicks and A Cart

Starter essentials provided for your first night (paper products, dish & laundry supplies)
Max occupancy: 9 guests
No student groups under 25 permitted
4 Parking Spots, Golf Cart counts as 1 vehicle
This is a non-smoking property. Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the property, including inside the home or in any outdoor areas.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,228 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

3204-277494

Frequently asked questions

How close is Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.9 mi (30-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 3.6 mi (11-min drive) from Destin Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Destin.

Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home, had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Convenient to get to the beach and restaurants. Many amenities. Great communication. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is just WOW. The pictures don’t do it justice. Ms. Mary is a wonderful host. My sons wedding was wonderful, and the house made it that much more special for me and my husband .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and location was amazing! The week away from cold was just what we needed. Property was very clean and spacious. Loved how close we were to the beach. We plan on returning again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Wonderful home!

We really enjoyed our stay. The pool and outside area are wonderful. You feel comfortable in this house. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Matters is a beautiful house. Had everything we needed. Golf cart came in handy for trips to the beach and grocery. Beds were very comfortable and the outside area was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just wanted to truly say thank you for the house. It was absolutely perfect! We loved having the heated pool, the sliding glass doors, and fenced in yard for the dogs so they don’t have to be on a leash. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen. We also enjoyed the gated community; we felt safe to go for runs and walks with the dogs. The beach was a very short walk. If we come back to Destin, I’m definitely rebooking. The owners were very friendly. We had a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dixie C.

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

Beautiful home it was well equipped with anything you need.”

I enjoy each day we stayed with easy access to everything,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Great house!

My family and our doggies really enjoyed our stay at Family Matters. The house was beautifully updated and the outdoor area with the pool was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cherie l.

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

Great place !

The home was beautiful! The location was perfect. The property management was the best ! Clean & check in was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Mr.

Great place. Loved it. Enjoyed the pool as well. Mary was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Family matters

All went very smoothly and all problems addressed quickly. Had a wonderful time.
Night swim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Wonderful Home Away From Home!

Our family enjoyed this space, the location, and all the amenities. The fully stocked kitchen was excellent, and we had a blast in the pool! Mary was so accommodating and was very responsive! 11/10 will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the Family Matters property for our spring break vacation! The house was beautiful, clean and exceeded all of our expectations! The location was great! Just minutes from everything. We stayed with our three kids ages 6, 2 and 8 months and they had a blast! They loved the backyard pool and toys and did not want to leave! Mary and Greig were great hosts. We were greeted upon arrival for a tour of the house and run down on how to use different features and amenities and their communication was outstanding. At one point we texted them to get some help with an issue we had with the front gate lock and they responded within 1 min and drove to the house to help within 5 min! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be staying here again on future vacations!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny R.

Winter Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I enjoy Family Matters during the winter months. This was our 2nd season and have signed up for our 3rd season. The house layout is fantastic for us and also perfect for entertaining friends. The property location is great and located inside Density East gated community. It's close to the beach with the golf cart and close to restaurants and shopping. Lots of Golf Courses are nearby. The property managers are very polite and responsive to any issues. This property will not disappoint.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Excellent Vacation

We had a family of 5 and two grandparents on our vacation to Destin! We loved the home. It was spacious and fully stocked with everything we needed. It was very clean upon arrival! Mary and Greg greeted us and were very quick to respond to anything we needed! The neighborhood was perfect with close access to the Clubhouse Pool and Beach! We are already talking about our trip back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerene D.

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

Family Really Matter

The property was amazing, clean, beautiful, and had any and everything that we needed for an enjoyable family vacation. Our family loved everything about this house we will definitely stay there again. Mary and her husband went over and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful stay at Family Matters and if we didn't have it they provided it immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ally W.

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

The perfect family beach house

We loved every minute of our stay at family matters beach house. The house was very well kept, up to date and very spacious. We had 2 small children with us during our stay and there was plenty of room for them to play and have fun. We were all very impressed with this house, the kitchen, master bath and pool were all show stoppers. Mary was a great host always willing to help and great at ensuring we had a great vacation. We will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing family vacation filled with memories staying at the family matters home. The home was beautiful, spacious and accommodating to all our needs. My family loved the community access to the gym. The bikes included were great. The pool and outdoor space at the house is a great space to dine, play games and relax with family after a day at the beach. The beach was within walking distance. Every where we needed to go was a simple ride in the golf cart. Even our dogs enjoyed their stay, walking in the gated community and down scenic highway. The hosts were excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Amazing home

This home was perfect for our family vacation! We had three families and each had their own bedroom and bathroom along with bunk bed and crib which came in handy for the kids. The kitchen was beautiful and had everything we needed. Even though the community pool was wonderful, it was so nice to have a pool at our home. It was enjoyed by the kids and adults alike and it was very clean! We also used the outdoor grill which was nice for quick lunches. The golf cart was a must for a small rental fee and was used on a regular basis to enjoy trips to the beach, nearby restaurants , shops and of course trips to get ice cream! Mary from Destin Beach VIP was outstanding to work with and was just a text message away if we needed anything or had any questions! We would highly recommend this safe and gated community home for a Destin Beach vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Absolute PERFECTION!

Cannot say enough positive things! The communication alone is worth EVERYTHING! We have stayed in multiple rental properties, and have never had a personal touch like this, ever. From welcoming us to the property to show us the ropes. A simple 15 minute personal touch, to put a face with the name. To forgetting something at home, ordered it from Amazon, forgot about the owner mailboxes, was able to texr, met us at the property, and got our package, it couldn't have been more than 20 minutes.The house is as advertised in the pictures! BUT they also don't do it justice either. Very clean and fresh. Very well maintained. Modern beach house vibes, upscale appliances, the master suite, the private pool, the outdoor patio space, the outdoor kitchen, sun all day long. Maybe 3 minutes to the Gulf. Beach is gorgeous. Harbor area is really fun. Saw a lot of dolphins in and around the harbor. Crab island. Tons of restaurants. Shopping. So many things to do, we didn't even scratch the surface. We fell in love with Destin!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie and K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you for opening up Family Matters to us. The house was wonderful, and it's clear how much care and thought went into making it comfortable and welcoming. We truly felt at home from the moment we arrived.We'll absolutely keep Family Matters in mind for future trips and won't hesitate to recommend it to friends and family. Thank you again for a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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