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Pet-Friendly Cottage - 4-Min Walk to Beach + Pool

Cottage near Destin Beaches in Destin

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A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a fruit bowl.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A single-story house with a porch, a small deck, and a white picket fence.
A spacious living area with a TV, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121806 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Crystal Beach cottage, you'll find Miramar Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park. Club LA and Destin Commons are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin Commons - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬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.

Pet-Friendly Cottage - 4-Min Walk to Beach + Pool

Summary:

Welcome to Coastal Escape Destin, a beautifully appointed, pet-friendly Crystal Beach cottage just a 4-minute walk to the sugar-white sand and emerald Gulf waters.



This single-level home features 3 king bedrooms + a built-in full-over-full bunk area, a spacious backyard deck and pergola, an outdoor shower, beach gear, and a community pool less than 100 steps away. Walk to nearby restaurants and shops, then come home to grill, play games, and relax under the pergola.



The Space:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Absolutely beautiful home, perfect for families. Has tons of space for everyone and the layout is very inviting... You can tell this entire house has been thought through to accommodate for families and make a seamless beach trip."

— Joshua, August 2026



Coastal Escape Destin was designed for easy, comfortable beach vacations with family and friends. The single-level floor plan offers plenty of room to gather while still giving everyone their own space.



Sleeping Arrangements

• Primary Bedroom: King bed + ensuite bathroom

• King Bedroom 2: King bed

• King Bedroom 3: King bed

• Bunk Area: Two built-in full-size beds

Every bedroom features a 50–55" Smart TV, and YouTube TV with 100+ channels is included.



Indoor Living

The spacious family room welcomes you with comfortable seating, a huge 75" Smart TV, and games for family nights at home.

The fully equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, stone countertops, and an eat-in island with plenty of seating. A separate dining/gaming table creates another gathering space for meals, cards, puzzles, and family game nights.

The primary king suite includes a private bathroom with a large tiled shower and double vanity.

A full-size side-by-side washer and dryer makes longer stays and beach days much easier.



Outdoor Living

The backyard is one of our favorite parts of Coastal Escape.

Step onto the oversized deck and relax beneath the shaded pergola. There's an outdoor dining table with seating for eight, plus a large sofa and lounge chairs for enjoying morning coffee, afternoon drinks, or the evening Gulf breeze.

Fire up the BBQ grill for dinner and challenge the family to one of our outdoor games.

After a day at the beach, rinse off in the convenient outdoor shower just off the patio.

The front porch also offers rocking chairs and Adirondack seating—a great place to unwind at the end of the day.

Beach Gear Included



Our outdoor storage cabinet is stocked to make beach days easier:

• Beach chairs

• Beach wagon

• Umbrella

• Beach toys

• Boogie boards

Pack your sunscreen and head for the Gulf!



Beach & Pool

The beach is approximately a 4-minute walk from the cottage, with multiple nearby Gulf beach access points.

The Clipper Cove community pool is only three houses away—less than 100 steps from the home.

The pool is typically heated from approximately mid-March through the end of April. Heating dates and availability are controlled by the HOA and are subject to change.



⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"We loved our stay! Great location, very clean and welcoming. It felt like home away from home! We would absolutely return! Thank you for a wonderful stay!"

— Brittany, August 2026



Thoughtful Extras

We want you to spend less time shopping for supplies and more time enjoying your vacation. The home includes:

• Premium bedding

• Full-size shampoo, conditioner & body wash dispensers

• Luggage racks in every bedroom

• Makeup wipes

• Starter amounts of: Paper towels & toilet paper, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, trash bags, coffee & condiments

• Family games

• Beach gear



Pet Friendly

We welcome one small hypoallergenic dog, maximum 25 lbs, with payment of the applicable pet fee and completion of our pet addendum.



EV & Golf Cart Charging

Bringing an electric vehicle or renting a golf cart? A 110V electrical outlet is available on the west side of the home.



Guest Access:

Enjoy easy self-check-in using your personalized smart-lock code. The entire cottage and private outdoor areas are yours to enjoy during your stay.



The Neighborhood:

Coastal Escape is located in Crystal Beach, one of Destin's most popular beach neighborhoods, known for its charming coastal homes, walkability, and easy access to Destin's famous sugar-white beaches and emerald Gulf waters.



You'll be close to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and beach activities. Nearby favorites include:

• Multiple Gulf beach access points within easy walking distance

• Camille's at Crystal Beach for coffee, breakfast, lunch, happy hour, seafood and sushi

• Destin Commons, with 85+ shops, restaurants, entertainment and an AMC theater

• The Shoppes at Paradise Isle, just a short walk away for convenient shopping and services

• Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park, approximately 1.5 miles away



For snorkeling enthusiasts, the Dolphin Reef near Miramar Beach Public Access is approximately 2.5 miles east along Scenic Gulf Drive. The reef sits offshore and should only be accessed with appropriate flotation equipment and swimming/snorkeling experience.



Getting Around:

Crystal Beach is very walkable, with the beach and several restaurants just minutes away.

A vehicle is recommended for exploring more of Destin, including golf, boating, shopping, nightlife, and other attractions.

Want to embrace the beach lifestyle? Street-legal 4- and 6-seat golf carts are available to rent from our favorite local vendors.



Other Things to Note:

Please review these important requirements before booking:

• Minimum booking age: 25 - ID verification is mandatory

• One small hypoallergenic dog, maximum 25 lbs, permitted with pet fee and a signed pet addendum

• Guest screening through a third-party provider is required

• Rental agreement must be signed before arrival

• Pre-check-in form must be completed

• Accidental damage protection is included

PMI Destin is the locally owned and operated affiliate of Property Management Inc., one of the fastest-growing professional property management companies in the U.S. Our team is available via phone, text, and email.



Interaction with Guests:

Enjoy the privacy of self-check-in and check-out using your personalized smart-lock code. Our local PMI Destin-30A team is here to make sure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable! We've been here for over 30 years, and we know how to "Beach, Dine, and Have Fun!"

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,806 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

Rules

City/house rules and rental agreement will be provided. 1 small hypoallergenic dog allowed with pet fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
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
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool to the airport?

This cottage is 25.9 mi (34-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool to the beach?

This cottage is a short 11-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 2.6 mi (9-min drive) from Destin Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Pet-Friendly Cottage: Steps to Beach & Heated Pool to downtown Destin?

This cottage is 2.4 mi away from Destin.

Pet-Friendly Cottage - 4-Min Walk to Beach + Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with everything a family needs to enjoy a great trip to the beach. Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was spotless, comfortable, and fully equipped. Its location was ideal, being equally distant from the beach and local shopping. The accommodation provided sufficient room for our family of 8. We would definitely consider returning to this property on future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The kids enjoyed the house the most. Great location. We will be back !!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean, comfortable and well stocked. Conveniently located between beach and shopping. Plenty of room for our family of 7. If our travels bring us back to the area we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy, spacious, well-equipped beach cottage conveniently located near beach, cafe, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay!

Great house and place to stay. Our family thoroughly enjoyed it. Great place for families.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and had toys for our kiddos! We had a great stay. The hosts were easy to communicate with as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very comfortable stay with our 6-month old puppy at this adorable beach home. It was spacious, thoughtfully decorated, clean, and everything was in good working order. It was nice to be able to walk our dog around the block and to the Shore at Crystal Beach entrance (no dogs allowed on the beach). The hosts were easy to communicate with and were welcoming and attentive. We didn’t have any issues during our short stay and would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful fully equipped home. Close to the beach and main highway. This made our family vacation perfection! Thank you Susan and Mitch for sharing your wonderful home with our family. We look forward to another stay in the near future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Labor Day Vacation

We had an excellent experience at this home. Exactly as pictured, easy entry, well appointed and stocked. We would stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome location! Nice and clean home perfect for families.

This home was great for our family! Very nice and clean. Conveniently located near the beach and the strip with plenty of dining, playing, and shopping options. The property owners are nice and ensured our stay was nothing but the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great family friendly home

Perfect house for our two families with little kids. Hosts were excellent and made everything extremely easy for us. I highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely Nice

Nicely renovated, worked great for our family. Very clean and close to the beach. The crib was extremely nice and had extra sheets. Host was very kind and great at communicating. Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

Upon arrival, we were very impressed with how clean everything was! All of the beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of seating in the kitchen & living room. House was very well stocked with towels, toilet paper, etc. Communication with host was very fast and friendly! We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Getaway

We booked this property for our family vacation. We had 5 adults a 6 year old and a 2 1/2 year old. I looked at so many properties before I booked this one and I don’t think I could have made a better choice. The layout was absolutely perfect and the location could not have been better. Being able to take a short walk to the beach was so great. The house had everything you could ever need. We loved all the games and toys they had for the kids, and adults. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We had 7 people- 6 adults and a 2 year old. The place was quiet and walking distance to the beach but also close enough to get to the action of Destin if needed. We rented bikes which I highly recommend. Susan was very helpful and quick to respond to needs of our group. The place was definitely kid friendly with tons of games, pack and play, crib and beach toys. Beds were comfortable and the space is bigger than pictured. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2024 Family Vacay!

We had an amazing time staying at this property! 7 nights of pure bliss. The home is beautiful, extremely roomy, the amenities were spot on in this home, easy check in and check out process and when I needed them I would text Susan and Mitch and they would respond so quickly and so easy to communicate with and absolutely flexible. We would absolutely stay here again 1000 times! Thank you for opening your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture Perfect

This place was absolutely perfect! So much space for this ranch. We had seven of us in the house and it was plenty of room. Each room is unique. Superb for families. Great communication with the owner as well. So close to the beach and the rest of what Destin has to offer. We absolutely loved it here. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just me and my husband came. The kitchen was fully stocked and they supplied toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, soap and detergent where you didnt have to go out and buy any. House was very clean and cozy. We had two small dogs and the backyard was perfect size. They supplied kids games and even though we didnt have kids, I loved the puzzles! They supplied all beach equipment, even a buggy. Management was very easy to communicate with. We will definitely be back with our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great walk to beach!

This was a great place for us to spend a few days near the beach and visit with our daughter who attends college nearby. The home was clean and provided ample space for my family, my parents and my daughters. The home provides a nice size kitchen with many choices for seating. The outdoor area gave us room to relax outdoors. We really enjoyed how the walk to the beach was only 5 mins and the home provided all the beach gear we needed. The hosts were always available for communication. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for

We traveled to Florida to celebrate my parents' 50th wedding anniversary at the beach. The house was the perfect size for us (6 adults and 2 teens). Everything was clean, comfortable and tasteful. The proximity to the beach was AMAZING. It was so convenient to use the little wagon to haul our gear to the beach without having to worry about finding a parking space. The large dining table was also perfect for our large group to gather around meals and/or games. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A November Adventure from Michigan!

We decided we needed an adventure from our every day retirement life. We went on VRBO and found Clipper Cove. What a find! When we drove into the subdivision and opened the door to the cottage, we were blown away! Everything was wonderful. The house included every item we needed plus. The beach not far away is spectacular. We have never seen such white sand and clean, clean water. There is nothing on the beach but sand and wonderful birds. We had a fabulous time and would love to go back again.
Stayed 20 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home in a Beautiful area.

This beautiful home is well cared for and comes with everything you need inside and out! All the rooms are spacious. The master king mattress was excellent. We enjoyed the beach off of Hutchinson daily and the wagon provided helped us with the 5-10min trip down the path to sidewalks. We biked mornings in the local neighborhoods. Coastal scenic 98 has paths for bikes and the neighborhoods were not busy (Oct stay). NOTE: to get anywhere in-town required heavy traffic for bikes. PLUS: Essentials such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, dish/dishwasher soap, towels, were provided. Kitchenware is plentiful and there is plenty of seating. Comfortable entry (one step) – ranch style home. Quiet neighborhood (October stay). Pool is very close (closed due to fire damage during our stay). Thank you to our gracious hosts for your welcoming contacts via the app/emails, all the great home information/rules/parking etc provided on the website and for being available for our questions via phone promptly. We would definetly stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026