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Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub!

Beachfront vacation home near Miramar Beach

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

On the beach.Your stay at this Destin vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬6 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.

Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub!

Welcome to Good Tides, your private beach retreat in the exclusive (and only) gated beachfront neighborhood in all of beautiful Destin!

100% FAMILY owned, loved, and operated - this 3 level... 4 bedroom, 3 full bathroom, and 2 half bathroom getaway with over 2,200 square feet of “beachy luxury” adds up to one perfectly spacious vacation getaway! Just 2 houses down from a "World's Top Beach," as voted on year after year after year, this family venture was named "Good Tides" by mirroring our family beliefs and outlook. We believe in adventure. We believe in the kindness and goodness in people. We believe in tuning our radios to "No Shoes Radio." And we believe in doing everything we can to make our guests feel as warm and welcome in our home as the bright Destin sunshine. From our family to yours: Come and stay!

You won't have to cross a single busy street during your entire vacation; just head 100 steps up the lazy private drive to your own beach boardwalk... and feel that baby powder sand under your feet. While you're at it, head either East or West down the beach to 2 of Destin's top rated beach restaurants. Leave those car keys in the dish!

Good Tides has all the space and luxury for up to 12 people to relax together, comfortably, and 3 parking spaces in the driveway. You are simply a short, 2 minute walk to your private sandy-white beach and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico (never cross Scenic Highway 98, nor any busy street). Once on the sand, beach service makes things easy - you don’t even have to bring your own chairs or umbrella! You are also less than a 1 minute walk to your five-star resort with lounging, pool (heated during March for spring break, Thanksgiving, New Year's and Christmas), and hot tub. Whether you’re a beach enthusiast or planning your next family getaway, Good Tides is the perfect choice for your next vacation.

Relaxing inside Good Tides is easy. Your home offers updates throughout, including new living room and dining room furniture, new flat screen TVs (75" in the living room), and new vanities & countertops in all bathrooms! Brand new kitchen appliances were added in 2020 and a fresh coat of interior paint was applied in 2021. You can enjoy an open air dinner on the balcony, just off the kitchen, by grilling your "catch of the day" on our new 5-burner grill. Or, sit and relax with a book and cocktail on your upstairs balcony, 1 floor up, in the master bedroom. High speed internet, cable, and paid premium channels will ensure you and all of your guests are endlessly entertained.

The first floor features two guest bedrooms with queen sized beds, ceiling fans, and flat screen TVs. In addition to these guest bedrooms, the first floor offers one full bathroom, one half bathroom, a quiet patio, and a high efficiency washer and dryer - to ensure your beach towels are ready for your next trip out!

Next, take the stairs one level up to the main living area. No detail has been overlooked here! The fully equipped kitchen has everything you’ll need to feel right at home. With loads of countertop and cabinet space, cookware, dishware, and all major appliances, you’ll be able to create and serve your favorite family meals. The separate dining area seats eight at the table, comfortably, with additional seating for two at the custom breakfast bar. A full balcony off the kitchen houses a 5 burner grill for cooking out, plus room for 4 to enjoy dinner and drinks under Florida’s famous palm trees. The living room is the perfect place to gather and relax together. It features a cozy gas fireplace and brand new 75” flat screen TV. There is a newly updated half bath nearby, plus private wet bar; equipped with its very own wine chiller and mini fridge.

On the third level, you’ll find the oversized master retreat plus final guest bedroom. The master includes a flat screen TV, king size bed, oversized private balcony, and spa-like bathroom - with walk-in shower, double sinks, and soaking tub. The third-floor guest bedroom also has a flat screen TV and can accommodate up to six in comfort with two full beds and a set of twin bunk beds. A full bath and small private balcony complete the upstairs.

We would love to share our beach home with you and your family. We pride ourselves on making sure you have the time of your lives at Good Tides, a family loved and owned venture.

Bedding Summary (sleeps 12):
Master Bedroom: King Bed
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom: Two Full Beds and Twin Bunk Beds

Destiny by the Sea Information:

Destiny by the Sea is an exclusive private Gulf-front gated community offering exquisite homes in a coastal resort setting. Community amenities include clubhouse, community pool and hot tub, two private beach access points, and beach service rentals available in season. At this time, golf carts are not permitted for vacationers. However, Destiny by the Sea is within walking distance to many restaurants, shops and cafe's.

Destin Area Information:

Destin is well known as the World’s Luckiest Fishing Village largely because of its roots as a top fishing destination and quick access to the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Destin boasts the largest charter fishing fleet in the state of Florida. But, there is much more to Destin than charter fishing. Destin has evolved over the years to be a top beach vacation destination. Featuring sugar white sand beaches and emerald colored water, it is an absolutely beautiful area. The town itself offers many upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Much of the development of the area has been done with luxury lifestyles in mind. Destin also has one of the busiest private airports in the country. There are tons of things to do in Destin, water parks, water sports rentals, parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, power boating, sailing, fishing, tennis, shopping, or just plain relaxing on one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.

*This property is NOT corporately owned. Two families own, run, and manage this sweet spot in paradise.. Good Tides.. to ensure you'll come back again and again!

***NOTE: Our family partners with Destin's premier home cleaning organization to ensure our home is as clean and sanitized as possible for your vacation. We chose this company specifically for their 1) attention to detail 2) 35-step home cleaning process for every clean after every guest stay 3) the character of the professionals running this local Destin business and 4) their incredible steps to double and triple-ensure an elite level sanitizing and cleaning to welcome you to our home. Please know the importance our family has placed on this process for you, our guest.***

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
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

Rules

Guest may be required to sign and return a separate rental agreement prior to final approval by homeowners.
No trailers allowed and the use of golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, four-wheelers and RV’s is strictly prohibited

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 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gated Family Luxury Steps Private Beach Resort Style hot Tub
Gated Family Luxury Steps Private Beach Style hot Tub Destin
Gated Family Luxury Steps Private Beach Resort Style hot Tub
Gated Family Luxury Steps Private Beach Style hot Tub Destin
Gated Family Luxury Steps Private Beach Style hot Tub

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.2 mi (31-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Destin.

Reviews

Gated Family Luxury; steps to private beach, resort style pool & hot tub! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was exactly the way it was pictured. Everything you needed to fix meals. Just a short walk to beach and the pool. Beautiful gated community.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely a dream location! If you are looking for a place to stay I highly recommend this one. It's so spacious, clean and in a safe location. Perfect distance from pool and private beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

We have a family of 11 soon to be 12. We loved that the house is very close to the pool and the ocean. Both things were very important to us because the kids could go to the beach or pool without a long walk. Also it is located in a spot that is close to grocery stores restaurants etc. We did not realize that we could not put up our tents until we got there. We did have an added expense of renting umbrellas. I will say that one day we decided to go to the public beach and take our tents and it was fairly easy to walk there. We also did not know that the house was for sale until we got there. The instructions that we received when we got there said if a realtor shows up go for ice cream on us. That would not have been convenient with small children. Fortunately we did not have a realtor show up. I do realize it would be hard to show the home only when it was not rented. Other than those couple of things we thought it was great. We love Destin!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John M.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsey W.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stairs too steep.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

SYE

Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

My wife and I had an amazing time in Destin at Good Tides. We loved the location and the cleanliness of the property. The hosts are very friendly and pleasant. We rate our stay a 10/10!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer S.

Pictures not accurate

I didn’t feel like the pictures of this property were accurate. The pictures make the place look much more open than it is. In reality it is very choppy. The neighborhood is very strict - I have stayed in numerous gated communities before but none as strict as this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and access to the beach

Quiet and welcoming
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Winter Getaway!

Amazing location. The gated community was very safe and it was great to not worry about our teens exploring on their own. Pool and beach are incredibly close to the house. Everything you could want to eat/do is nearby. The kitchen is well stocked and the house allows for everyone to have their own space but also has common areas to come together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

17 Degrees and Daydreaming

Family travling together for December Birthdays. The location was beautiful.The home was comfortable and clean.Perfect walking distance from home to beach. Beach was clean with of course the stunning soft sand.We are all from Iowa and we were all very sad and wishing we could stay longer and not go back to the 17 degree temps.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach vacay

Beautiful property, fantastic location. You can't beat the private beach access and safe gated community! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

milan t., Warner Robins, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacay!

Our family has been coming to Destin for vacation for over 20 years and this condo was perfect! Close to the pool and beach and convenient to everything you could want to do! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

N C., Fort Worth, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home for family gathering

We are a group of 10, grandparents, parents and 4 grandchildren. The beach and pool are a short walk. Home was clean and comfortable. The only suggestion have is more seating in the family room. It sleeps 12 comfortably but seating for family time in the evening is limited.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful private beach

We absolutely love this private beach- so peaceful with beautiful water and soft sand. Great neighborhood in a gated community. House was a short walk to the beach entrance and no busy road to cross!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

We loved the house and location! It was so easy to get to the pool and beach. The host was easy to communicate with and was extremely helpful when it came to planning our stay. We would love to come back and I would recommend this house to my family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destiny in June

We had a wonderful stay and loved Destiny by the Sea. We contacted the property owner via email and text about there being only 6 bracelets when we arrived and never received a response.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Pat M., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property!

Just the right space for our family of 10. Close to the beach etc.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location between pool and beach

This house has everything a family needs for a great beach stay. The children loved the bunk beds. The grandparents loved the first floor suite. The house is comfy and a great place to gather.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie S., Grand Forks ND

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb Location and great family stay

Home was well supplied with what we needed to cook for ourselves and how the bedrooms were arranged. Great to have bathrooms for each sleeping areas plus on the main floor. We loved the block and 1/2 off the beach and 30 second walk to the swimming pool. We were grandparents with our 2 daughters, their spouses and their 3 children each all 6 and under. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Guy M.

Would Definitely Stay Again

Cleaning crew missed a few things prior to our stay, but i would not fault the owners of the property. Everything described in the property was accurate. Listing indicated there were more wristbands than were actually on-site, but still enough for all guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023