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The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart

Family-friendly stay near Destin Beaches

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 244200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Crystal Beach stay.Your stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Destin Commons - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬12 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.

The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart

About This Space:

5-Star Retreat w/ No Extra Fees for Heated Pool or Golf Cart! Beautiful Beaches - Beautiful Weather - Amazing Sunsets!

New luxury home in Destin’s primetime location! The Retreat at Crystal Beach is an upscale, spacious 8 bedroom/8 bathroom home (sleeps 24) located on the same street as Destin’s famous Crystal Beach and shopping/entertainment center, Destin Commons. Come enjoy your ultimate vacation today with our heated saltwater pool & spa, 2 massive entertainment areas, and a free golf cart/6 bicycles!


Overview of the Property:

Welcome to The Retreat at Crystal Beach,

Brand new and built in 2022, The Retreat is a rare, truly luxurious 8 bedroom/8 bathroom property that is able to provide resort-style quality for your large group or family getaway. Sitting in the center of Destin’s hottest attractions, you will be on the same street (3 min walk) as world-famous white sand beaches and over 100 shopping, restaurant, and entertainment venues.

The unique features of this property include 7 king en-suites, 1 Bunk Room en-suite (2 full-over-queen), private access to the backyard’s saltwater Pool & Spa, 6 free bicycles, Gigablast WiFi, and an amenities pack that consists of toiletries, paper towels, toilet paper, and dishwasher/laundry pods to make you feel right at home.

This new property will be booked quickly, so be sure to reserve your preferred dates before it’s too late!


Description of the House Rooms & Amenities:

Home Snapshot

Brand new (2022) and situated on the same street as Destin’s famous Crystal Beach and shopping/entertainment center, Destin Commons, The Retreat at Crystal Beach is the ideal combination of class and accessibility for your Emerald Coast getaway. Showcasing over 4,200 SF, discover The Retreat’s spacious, open-style downstairs and upstairs living rooms, shiplap walls, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, quartz countertops, tiled showers, saltwater pool & spa experience, and all the high-end features expected in a beach house of this caliber.

Exterior

Equipped with a Fully Customized Pool & Spa Experience, the backyard features a large heated saltwater pool with a mood lighting system that automatically turns on at night. Built into the pool, you will find a saltwater hot tub that features the same mood lighting and a waterfall that flows into the pool below, creating a relaxing, true spa atmosphere.

With a 9ft privacy fence around the entire yard, oversized dining table under the back porch, luxury outdoor kitchen with grill/fridge/big screen TV, outdoor shower, and plenty of seating around the pool, the backyard is primed for great cookouts and downtime after a long day at the beach and exploring the Emerald Coast.

The front of the house features enough parking for 8 standard-sized vehicles, provides 6 bike cruisers, and has porches on the ground and upper levels with seating available to hear and feel the warm ocean waves and breeze.

Interior

The inside of The Retreat is one of the few properties that can comfortably accommodate its maximum occupancy of 20. You will not find pull out couches in the middle of living rooms and daybeds stuffed into bedrooms attempting to cram in as many people as possible. Instead, this property features 8 large bedrooms with 8 en-suite bathrooms.

7 of these bedrooms boast king-sized beds with high-end mattresses, bed linens, pillows, 50” smart TV’s, and luxury bathrooms with fully-tiled showers and large quartz vanities. The bunk room is oversized, and is fitted with 2 full-over-queen bunk beds that consist of the same high-end mattress, bed linens, and pillows as the other 7 bedrooms. Attached to this room is another en-suite bathroom with a tiled shower and quartz double vanity.

The main level of this home was built to encompass an open concept design with the kitchen, dining area, and living room being a perfect place for conversation, entertainment, and family-style dining. Along with the 3 King bedrooms on the main level, The Retreat also provides a pantry next to the kitchen with enough food storage for large meals, as well as a laundry room with washer and dryer.

The upper level of The Retreat invites you and your group to kick back and relax after a long day in the sun. Alongside the 5 en-suites upstairs (4 King/1 Bunk Room), you will immediately be greeted with a large and welcoming entertainment area that is perfect for watching movies, playing games, or taking an afternoon power nap to prepare for the evening. Located next to the entertainment area is an upstairs kitchenette/bar area with a sink, beverage refrigerator, and Keurig coffee machine, making the space perfect for hosting.

Location

The Retreat at Crystal Beach is located in the prime location in all of Destin. Situated on the same street that leads south to the main entrance of Destin’s famous Crystal Beach and north to the area’s best shopping/entertainment center, Destin Commons, this property is a 3 min walk to world-famous white sand beaches and over 100 shopping, restaurant, and entertainment venues. The Retreat is also located just a block away from, and adjacent to, the popular Scenic Highway 98, where you can find award-winning seafood restaurants and oceanfront dining.

NOTE: In the Welcome Packet at The Retreat, we have included a sheet of some of our favorite restaurants/grocery stores/local attractions with their addresses and distance from the house.


Airport Distances:

Destin, FL (VPS) - 17 miles
Panama City, FL (ECP) - 48 miles
Pensacola, FL (PNS) - 56 miles


The Retreat at Crystal Beach Home Layout:

First Floor

Bedroom 1: King with en-suite bathroom and bathtub; Pack-and-Play in closet (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 2: King with en-suite bathroom (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 3: King with en-suite bathroom (Sleeps 2)
Other: Kitchen/Dining Room/Laundry/Pantry

Second Floor

Bedroom 4: King with en-suite bathroom; door access to upper porch (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 5: King with en-suite bathroom; door access to upper porch (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 6: King with en-suite bathroom (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 7: King with en-suite bathroom (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 8: Bunk Room with 2 Full-over-Queen Bunks with en-suite bathroom (Sleeps 6)
Other: Living Room (Entertainment Area), Kitchenette

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool

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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Please refer to the Rental Agreement for all rules related to this property. Thank you!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.6 mi (28-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 2.3 mi (7-min drive) from Destin Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Destin.

The Retreat: 5-Star Luxury + Steps to Ocean + Heated Pool & Hot Tub + Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ivan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Every part of the property was well kept and welcoming. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjonette B., Prattville United States

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is beautiful and in the perfect location. The bare necessities were provided. Mr. Thomas does a great job communicating. I've rented properties before, but this was easy. He was accommodated and made this family time very memorable. I will rent this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

zohar L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay at The Retreat – We’ll Be Back!

We were 19 people (4 families) staying for 4 nights, and The Retreat was a perfect fit. The location is excellent, just a 7-minute walk to the beach, or 2–3 minutes if you use the provided bikes or golf cart. The layout of the house is great, with plenty of space for everyone, and the outdoor area is well set up, especially the grill area where we spent a lot of time.The owner was super responsive and helped us with anything we needed throughout the stay.Only small downside was the hot tub jets—they weren’t very strong. But honestly, that didn’t take away from the experience.We’ll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike&Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memories made

We had a family reunion! Ages 2-93!The restreat was perfect- pool was big enough for the 9 kids to play and adults also!House was great-all rooms are big with comfy beds- 2 nice sized living areas! Kitchen is well stocked with cooking pans and dishes.Loved the golf cart- transported chairs and the to beach. Lots of rides with kiddos. Many memories were made!! Matthew was perfect host! Answered quickly and helped with a couple minor issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect getaway stay

We booked this as a last minute trip for our family of 5. Thomas was the perfect host. Extremely responsive, full of information for us first visitors to Crystal Beach(Destin) and flexible on our late arrival time and late check out. We basically picked the place for the heated pool and golf cart that were included in the price, which were the family favorites by far, but were blown away with the house itself when we got there. It is new, clean, extremely spacious. Every room is a big great size with a full bathroom, tvs, etc. There was a perfect amount of blankets for night movie watching, towels for the beach and pool, chairs and toys for the beach/pool to keep everyone entertained for the week. It is beautifully decorated in a classy coastal decor that makes you feel relaxed as you head to your own paradise in the back yard oasis with plenty of seating with umbrellas for sun or shade, the large pool with spillover hot tub perfectly heated and clean, beautiful landscape and lighting, also on a timer so you can see it’s beauty. Having the golf cart in the driveway ready to go was such a highlight of the trip. It was an easy quick access to the beach with golf cart parking lot, drive to restaurants, shops, to take pictures at the beach. We will definitely be back with more people to fill the rooms next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piper M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving in Destin

Property was exactly as listed. Great amenities. Quick walk or golf cart ride to the beach. Wonderful location. Comfortably held the 15 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destin Family Reunion 2024

This property is amazing! The pictures do not do it justice. It was comfortable, family friendly, and enough room for all 22 of us. The rooms were all very spacious and the beds and pillows extremely comfortable. Too many positives to mention!!! The host tried really hard to get us in early, but because of damages from the previous people, it was impossible. Not only that, the owner called me that first day to let me know the handy man would be by to fix things broken. He was a joy to talk to for sure!! The communication was easy and quick. The golf cart was a huge win. I was worried being not right on the beach, but we rented two extra golf carts (so we had three for all of us), and it was perfect. The pool and the spa made it fine being away from the beach. The beach wasn't even far away. It was an easy walk, bike ride, or golf cart trip. The bikes were another win!! We ABSOLUTELY loved this property. They have everything you might need. The only issue was the fridge. It took a while to catch up with all the food that we put in it that first night. To the owner, I might recommend a rug by the back door for when people come in from the pool to the restroom to avoid slipping. We just used one of our beach towels. Because of this place, I won't hesitate not being right on the beach again. This was the best of everything!!!! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Retreat- PARADISE in Destin!

The property is absolutely gorgeous! All of the accommodations were picture perfect. We loved the house and the location! The beach is amazing. Everything was perfect! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach vacation

Destin is one of our new favorite places to visit and we would rent this home again. The house was exactly how it was advertised! The host was so easy to work with and the communication was top notch ! The pool / hot tub was a big hit with the kids.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette Weekend

The house was clean and spacious. It was incredibly helpful to have a bathroom attached to each bedroom. The outdoor space was beautiful. Highly recommend this house for a large group. We never felt crowded and we had 18 people! Thomas is very responsive and helpful. Thank you for an amazing weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanye P., CANTON

Liked: Cleanliness

Inlow Annual Retreat

Great location. .2 to Beach and .3 to Destin Commons. We stayed from Dec. 28 - Dec. 31. Pack extra 13 gallon trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, bar soap for 8 bathrooms when staying 3 or more days. The heated pool was great. Spa was cool for adults. We would stay here again. Thomas was a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugenie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving family reunion

The house is beautiful and very spacious. The heated pool was a plus and the little ones loved it. The golf cart came in handy as we had another house close by with family. We were there for a thanksgiving family reunion and everything was perfect. Thomas was very accommodating and responded to my many questions. Couldn’t have asked for a better house or host! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clarice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette weekend

The house was beautiful and clean. The owner was very accommodating would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtakingly Stupendous!

More than we could have ever asked for or dreamed about. Exactly what a vacation is supposed to be!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic home

This property was everything we hoped for and more. It had all the accommodations and was very clean. The house was even bigger than anticipated which was awesome. The beds and sheets were beyond comfortable. The bikes and golf cart were so fun to have, but we were so close to everything we could easily walk too. This is a perfect space for any group, young or old and look forward to coming back with my kids so they can enjoy the pool as much as we did! You will not regret tending this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

THE BEST VACATION!!

This property exceeded our expectations! This home is GORGEOUS, so well thought out, so spacious...the pictures do not do it justice. Communication with owner was prompt and thorough. Location doesn't get any better. Super clean home, super comfortable beds, and an oasis for a backyard. Palm trees lining the driveway and backyard 😍. This house has all the "extra" you've been looking for. We will definitely be back! Thanks to the Wests for hosting us! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! ❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness

EXCELLENT ALL AROUND!

I have stayed at several beach houses with my dance team and this is by far the best experience we have had! Gorgeous house and perfect location! It was close enough to the beach that we could walk but my girls loved having the bikes and the adults loved the golf cart 😂 It’s in such a great area that we felt comfortable letting the girls ride the bikes even to get ice cream. The inside was decorated beautifully and the outside area was fabulous! Thomas was so nice and was in communication with us making sure we had everything we needed. We definitely hope to be back next year with our team but hopefully sooner with my own family!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

This vacay getaway was the absolute best! The home over exceeded my expectations!!! My family and I truly enjoyed ourselves and Thomas provided great customer service. We will most def be back this year.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prabhu P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent for large group of people

Our group of 24 people absolutely enjoyed our stay at The Retreat. The house was brand new, very spacious, clean, fully stocked in terms of bath supply, towels, bed & linen, Kitchen utensils and Dishes, even including board games. Bicycles and the Golf cart helped us get around to shops or beach which were really not that far. The host very flexible and responsive. We spent a lot of time at the Swimming pool and the backyard and they helped us to create great memories with our friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A beautiful place to make memories!

My group enjoyed our stay at this property. The property manager was quick to respond to any problem that might have occurred and was always willing to help. The photos honestly do not do this property justice. The space felt even bigger than it looked in the photos. Having the large furniture inside and out was wonderful and allowed our entire group to sit together during meals and down time. The beds were extremely comfy. The location is perfect! Short golf cart ride to the beach or the Publix grocery store. You can’t go wrong with this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Latavia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING

Our stay here was amazing . This property looks better in person . The host went above and beyond for us as some things out of their control happened . They did everything to make the situation right . We had a family of all ages and it was perfect . The backyard is amazing to host nice outside bbq while enjoying the family . This house is equipt with everything that is needed to enjoy the beach . I would recommend anyone booking with them my family and I will surely be making this our family vacation home when we visit Destin !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect place!!

Our family has 18 members who could attended one Destin this year. We had an absolute awesome stay at this property. The pool was perfectly sized for a large group with plenty of room. The house layout was ideal and everyone had room to spread out. It was everything promised. Communication with our host was timely and responsive. Thank you just a great time had by all.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toya J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoy our Stay

This house is absolutely beautiful and was very spacious for my family of 19. All of the bedrooms are beautiful and spacious and the beds were very comfortable. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and will pick this house again when we return to Destin next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022