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Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem

Vacation home near Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links in Miramar Beach

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142188 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Baytowne Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Miramar Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Villa Lago vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Baytowne Wharf and 2 miles (3 km) of Blast Arcade and Laser Maze. Choctawhatchee Bay and Burnt Pine Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Baytowne Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Burnt Pine Golf Club - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Topsail Hill Preserve State Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Bar And Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Bahama Store & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dude & Meatball's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rum Runners - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper - ‬15 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.

Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem

Summary:
Rare Gem in Sandestin!

Located in Sandestin's top rental area, this home features a serene covered patio overlooking the lake—perfect for relaxing outdoors. Plus, enjoy the convenience of an included golf cart to explore the resort in style!

The Space:
Mediterranean-Style Luxury
-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths in the prestigious Villa Lago community.
-Open-concept living with natural light and stunning lake views.
-Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

Perfect for Groups
-Sleeps up to 14 guests.
-King-size master suite on the first floor with a walk-in shower and Whirlpool tub.
-Four additional upstairs bedrooms, including a fun kids’ bunk room with 2 sets of bunk beds.

MUST BE 25 TO RENT
NO SMOKING
PET FRIENDLY - NON REFUNDABLE FEE CHARGED FOR EACH PET ($200 for the first pet, $75 for the additional pet, with applicable tax), 2 DOGS ALLOWED UP TO 40 LBS each.

The Neighborhood:
Resort Living at Its Best
-Located on the north side of Sandestin® Resort.
-Golf cart included for easy access to resort amenities.
-Explore Baytowne Wharf and Grand Boulevard for dining, shopping, and nightlife.

Family-Friendly Fun
-Activities for kids: Baytowne Adventure Zone, Blast Arcade, and weekly events like luaus, fireworks, and magic shows.
-Jolee’s Island Nature Park offers 5 acres of trails, picnic spots, a playground, and relaxing swings.

Relax and Unwind
-Sandestin Marina: breathtaking sunset views, watersport rentals, and refreshing drinks.
-Covered patio overlooking the lake for peaceful moments.

Getting Around:
There is a golf cart reserved for your use. The golf cart is allowed on Sandestin Property only (beach and bayside). The golf cart is not to be driven on any road with a speed limit above 25 mph and doing so could result in a ticket from the South Walton Sheriff. Please do not drive on the paths but instead on the right side of the road. There is a designated golf cart parking area next to the beach access. The golf cart needs to be charged during your stay. The charger is conveniently located on the wall next to the cart parking area. Simply plug in the charger in the back of the cart.
Very important:
Please do not drive the golf cart on low battery (2 bars).
If the battery is drained it will require towing to the dealership and towing charges will apply.
Please do not drink and drive the golf cart.
Please leave the golf cart key on the kitchen counter when you depart. If the key is lost there will be a replacement fee. If any damage occurs to the cart, please report it immediately.

Other Things to Note:
The Sandestin Baytowne Marina, offers nightly boat slip rentals. This full-service marina features 233 slips accommodating vessels up to 140 feet, with 90% of the slips available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note that while the residential property at 1944 Baytowne Loop does not have its own boat slip, the nearby Sandestin Baytowne Marina provides convenient options for boaters.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,188 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

- No Smoking - No pets unless specified. There is a Pet Fee for pet-friendly homes that will be collected after booking - No parties/events - E...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

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
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Sugar Sands
Sugar Sands Sandestin Miramar
Sugar Sands (Sandestin Resort) Miramar Beach
Sugar Sands (Sandestin Resort) Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem to the airport?

This vacation home is 29.7 mi (45-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem to the beach?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (24-min drive) from Destin Beaches and 2.6 mi (11-min drive) from Miramar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem to downtown Miramar Beach?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi away from Miramar Beach.

Escape to Villa Lago: Sandestin Mediterranean Gem Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Our stay at Villa Lago was very nice! The house was central to the amenities and near Baytowne Wharf, many trails, and the water. The house was clean and well equipped with everything we need for our group including plenty of space for dining, sleeping and relaxing. I especially enjoyed sitting out on the back patio to latch the turtle swim among the lily pads. The owner was quick to respond with any questions which was very appreciated! Thank you for the accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gina and Wayne B.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

brandon m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacay

Fun area to stay in with kids, teens and adults. Loved the golf carts and the ease of getting around.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Home in quiet community

This Villa Lago property was simply perfect for our family of 10 to celebrate Mom's 90th birthday. Mom LOVED riding the golf carts with us all over the area and even to Publix. Beach Bums Property Mgmt. (specifically Monica and Stacy) went above and beyond in their very busy day to answer our questions and to make sure we were taken care of immediately. Monica said several times, "Don't worry, I will take care of that, enjoy your vacation".
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. This is an awesome place to stay for families. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very Disappointed

Beach condo ◦ Upstairs bedroom- fan missing remote so couldn’t be used ◦ Handrails- both very wobbly. One of ours almost fell with his 2yo toddler in hand. ◦ Blinds- wouldn’t stay closed- ◦ Cookware- warped ◦ Front door trouble locking ◦ Toilet clogged multiple times ◦ Shower knob broken in master bath- fell off when turned ◦ Golf cart-one had trouble reversing-told us to just park where we didn’t have to reverse, one lost battery quickly- mechanic said the batteries were hot and needed to be replaced. New golf cart had an apple tag that kept notifying our phones-property manager said she’d handle but never followed up with response ◦ Den furniture stained ◦ Golf cart fined? For being on grass but larger six person cart had no room to park. ◦ Trash can taken when we put it out on street but never returned, trash had to sit out. ◦ Parked further out at beach bc booked through third party and Sandestin won’t let you park in their designated, gated parking if you book though with a third party. ◦ We will be seeking refund.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

PJ T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for groups!

We greatly enjoyed the house and the fact 5 adult males could each have our own rooms. Would be a great spot for multiple families to shared as well. Walking distance to Baytowne Wharf but no need to with the two golf carts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location.

Just as listed. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sugar Sands 1944 baytowne loop

The property was exactly as described. It was large enough to comfortably house our group of 9. Bonus points for never running out of hot water! We also really enjoyed the golf carts. Thanks to Monica for responding quickly to replace a broken plug on the red cart.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation Spot

Great and easy spring break getaway. Monica was awesome to work with!! 2 golf carts was a game changer! Definitely our new go to rental in sandestin!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay managed by a great team!

Loved this spot. Very clean, great place to relax, and most of all, run by a great team!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy D., Champaign, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had a great stay at Sugar Sands in Villa Lago. The house was conveniently located in the golf resort with easy access to the wharf and beach with the two golf carts. Was very comfortable for our 8 people. Enjoyed it very much!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Year Getaway

We come to this area every New Years after Christmas. It is a great place to stay! Easy access and great neighborhood. 2 Golf carts make travel easy to Baytowne Wharf and grocery store. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ashley r., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

We absolutely loved the house We came for a friend's daughters wedding. The house was great for 8 adults, it was clean, the golf carts were super helpful!!! And we thoroughly enjoyed our trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

This is a beautiful home with a great location! It was clean, spacious, quiet, adequately furnished (including the two golf carts). We had a very minor issue and the property manager and the owner of the property did all they could to resolve the issue promptly. We would stay again in a heart beat!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Definitely will stay at the property agat
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Eugenie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great community, ease of everything close by with golf carts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip

Beautiful home in a great community, wonderful communication!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

April S., Des Allemands, LA

Liked: Cleanliness

Poor communication & did not include all listed amenities

My biggest concern when we booked this property for 8 people was the availability of the 2 golf carts listed & pictured in the property description. When I booked the property in February, I tried messaging the property manager via the app regarding the availability of the 2 carts, since we had a party of 8. I never got a response to that or the multiple other questions I asked via the message board on the VRBO app. It wasn’t until I sent an email with under 2 weeks until check-in that I got a phone call. I was assured that there would be 2 carts to use to take us to dinners, shopping, the beach and the festival. When we arrived that evening, there was only 1 cart. I texted the manager immediately and she said she meant to text me that the other cart was being serviced and deemed unsafe to use. She said a replacement would be delivered the next morning. At 1pm the next day, I sent another text because we hadn’t had the replacement delivered or heard back from her regarding this issue. She called and told me they didn’t have any available to deliver, but she was working on it and that she’d let me know. I never heard back from her again. There are so many things to enjoy in this town and having golf carts to use instead of a vehicle is way more convenient. I’m angry at the lack of communication from this rental company. The home itself is beautiful. It was clean, updated and very comfortable for our party of 8. Having to drive a large SUV around and try to park, having sand all over the SUV from the beach and making 2 trips on the golf carts was a real inconvenience, and not what we planned for.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021