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Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining!

Family-friendly stay near Miramar Beach

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Beach nearby
Dishwasher, dining tables

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitchenique
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Miramar Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Frangista Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Miramar Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Kitchenique. Golf Course At Seascape Resort and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kitchenique - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • The Emerald Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Whales Tail - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 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.

Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining!

Painted Porch -

Charming and picturesque – isn’t that the dream when it comes to finding the best beach vacation home? You get all that and more at Painted Porch, a cute vacation cottage in Destin’s quiet neighborhood of Frangista Beach. The rental home has three bedrooms and two baths, and it can host up to seven visitors. Other features include cozy living space, a chic kitchen, a private pool, and four complimentary bicycles. It is only a few blocks from the beach, ensuring guests can access those blue-green waves all day, every day!

A paver drive greets vacationers upon arrival, and surrounding palm trees and other tropical flora set the vacation mood. Step through the vibrant turquoise door to check out your temporary coastal abode. Honey-toned wood floors extend throughout the open living area, which boasts a vintage modern vibe. A dark wraparound couch and brightly colored armchair make up a casual seating ensemble that faces a wall-mounted flatscreen TV. The living room also has a gray-and-white patterned rug, round coffee table, distressed entertainment cabinet, and colorful décor. The kitchen/dining room combo is adjacent the living area. White tile flooring, custom cabinetry, marble countertops, and stainless-steel appliances create an open and welcoming space. An elegant kitchen island with four raised chairs doubles as the dining table. It is perfect for everything from a simple breakfast to beachy appetizers to a formal dinner. From the kitchen, guests can access a private patio, which includes a pool, lounge chairs, an outdoor dining set with umbrella, and a BBQ grill. When you’re not at the beach, chances are you’ll enjoy the quiet seclusion that this peaceful porch area has to offer!

This comfortable rental property features three bedrooms. The master suite has a nautical air, with a shiplap wall, king-size bed, and vintage lanterns. This suite also has a flatscreen TV and a private bath with a walk-in shower. One of the guest bedrooms includes a queen-size bed and a sunny window. The final room has a full/twin bunkbed and TV, making it the perfect place for the kids to hang out.

Besides the awesome accommodations, there are other benefits when you book a stay at this cozy home. The Gulf is only a short stroll away, which is a must-have for a beach vacation. The property is also conveniently located near an abundance of amusements. Restaurants, bars, and shops are within close proximity. The neighboring Seascape Resort offers Ocean Reef guests discounted rates on golf, tennis, recreation rentals, and other activities. Additionally, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, the Village of Baytowne Wharf, and Grand Boulevard are nearby, and each serves as an activity hub with all kinds of fun things to do!

First Floor: Living Room, Kitchen, Dining, King Master Bedroom with Walk-In Shower, Queen Bedroom, Bunk Room with Full/Twin Bunk, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, Laundry.

*add $50.00 per day to heat pool (available Oct-April if needed)

*Personal beach chairs, umbrellas, and tents/canopies are not permitted from March 1st to November 1st. Chairs and umbrellas can be rented through the onsite beach service. Personal chairs and umbrellas only (no tents or canopies) are allowed on the beach from November 1st to March 1st.

*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool

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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,000 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Painted Porch 3 BR / 2 BA home in Miramar Beach Sleeps 7

Frequently asked questions

How close is Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.1 mi (34-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 5.8 mi (17-min drive) from Destin Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! to downtown Miramar Beach?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Miramar Beach.

Painted Porch - Newly Renovated, Heated Private Pool, Walk to Shops + Dining! Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadeta W.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed the stay a lot. Great place and so much fun at the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Great getaway!

We had an amazing stay! Great location and very cute, clean home! We will def be back! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We had a great spring break week with our 4 kids (ages 12-19). The short walk to the beautiful beach access gate was about 5 minutes. We paid to have the pool heated and it was perfect for night swimming and to cool off during the day. The house is compact but we fit comfortably with 6 of us. Our only complaints would be lack of clothing storage (no dressers) and we could have used another set of plates so we weren’t always doing dishes. We really loved the house for the pool and proximity to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghann D.

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

Great house

The house was great for our family of 6. We had plenty of space and the pool was amazing. I really appreciated the added safety of the child door safety locks at the top of the exterior doors, especially the one to the pool. It made me feel secure in the fact that none of my four young kids/toddlers could get outside unassisted. The beach was a short, easy walk, but the pool was the big hit for my kids. We added having it heated and it was well worth it since it was still in the low 70s while we were there. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Alessandra S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Don’t rent this property

“Painted Porch” was a disappointment from the start of our vacation. We found a flat tire on one of the bikes and were not able to use it for 3 days. The kitchen was poorly stocked. No hooks to hang up our wet towels and not enough closet space for the number of beds.,There were 3 pool lounges for a house that was advertised to host up to 6 people. 2 out of 3 lounges were unusable due to huge rips in the fabric. Overall a very disappointing house and service. Definitely not worth the price point. We won’t rest again with Ocean Reef.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Perfect beach getaway

My hubby and I stayed here for a week and it was awesome! The ocean was really rough so it was so nice to have a private pool to relax in since we couldn't swim much at the beach. The house is older and has a very cutesy vintage beach vibe. The bed in the main bedroom was so comfortable!! The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a few meals at home. Everything was very clean including the pool! We will definitely stay here again! The beach access was a little confusing despite them including a picture of it because there were othere access doors that looked like the one we were supposed to use. Turns out we were using the wrong one. The beach is a little bit of trek but after driving for 7 hours to get there, a few blocks to walk isn't a deal breaker. Plenty of good restaurants in the area and winn dixie was about a 5 minute drive. The area was so beautiful and very quiet. Everyone is in bed by 10pm so no late night craziness. I highly recommend this house!!! My one and only complaint is it would be nice if there was a little more privacy around the pool area. Like maybe some bigger trees or bushes. Everyone walking by could see in the pool and we would have preferred a little more privacy. Other than that this place was perfect for us and we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Katie M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not as Listed/Horrible Management

When we first arrived, the pool that we had spoken to someone about, was not heated, bathroom sink clogged after first use, on call maintenance man, Ples, informed me to “stop acting childish & grow up” then hung up on me, when asking if he made sure properties were ready, his name & what he can do. Since he informed us, we had to wait until morning for plumber (that never showed) with horrible service for an on call tech. Sheets had some grossness on it, never got changed. Nightstand had a booger with hair sticking on it. Shower caddy in bathroom rusted, extremely rusted. Cracked shower pan, towels washed with some orange stains on them. We were informed by management that pool tech gave some lame excuse for pool heater not being on. Which is funny, because the last night when it was colder, it ran most of the night. VRBO’s site does NOT state there was construction EVERYWHERE around you. Management company states it is on their website, which I’m still jot positive why I would go to their site when I purchased and had all the other information on VRBO. Otherwise, why use a third party site?? Sawdust on all outside stuff, including in pool. Pots & pans had burnt/scraped bottoms. Definitely not as described, management company, Ocean Reef, is NOT worth staying with again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Thadis C.

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

Family vacation

Very nice place for small family getaway. Place is small so wouldn’t recommend more that just one nuclear family. We have 2 smaller kids so it worked well for us. Older place but the kitchen looks to have been recently updated. Pool is nice and appears relatively new. Excellent location to the beach which is just a short walk away. Not a bunch of bells and whistles but a good place for family getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beach week

The pool was the best feature of this property. However, the patio was lacking....table only provided seating for 4,(we had 6) umbrella so small that it didn't even provide shade for the entire table...for the size of the patio it would have been nice to have 2 large umbrellas. Would also have been nice to have outdoor lighting for the patio/pool area for the evening. Minimal beach amenities,..2 beach chairs provided. Kitchen needs to be inventoried.... only 6 forks and fry pans so scratched that Teflon coating peeling. Communication with office provided no follow up....called because beach code was inaccurate and beach wrist bands were not provided. We were given the new code which did work and told the wrist bands would be dropped off that evening. They were not so we called again the next day, different person said they would be dropped off that day but we really didn't need them. They were never dropped off and luckily we did not need them. However, it did make us wonder what kind of response we would have gotten if we really did have a problem! Upon checkout we were told to leave the wristbands on the counter or we would be charged. We explained we had never received wristbands. We ended up not being charged. To sum up, nothing special about this property....although it could be!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katerina A.

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

Beautiful!!

What a wonderful getaway! Thank you for sharing this lovely house with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiara N.

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

Great House!

We needed a little get away and this house was perfect. The pool was such a great way to relax and the heated feature was a game changer. The only thing I would say is the kitchen is missing some key items for cooking. Otherwise we really enjoyed the location and the space!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hector S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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