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Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!

Apartment near Destin Beaches in Destin

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Beach
A heated pool
TV, DVD player
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Crystal Beach apartment, you'll find Miramar Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park. Also, James Lee Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Destin Commons is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • James Lee Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pazzo Italiano Destin - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!

Clean and cozy studio 100 yards from sugar-white beaches. Located in Destin’s most incredible beach-side neighborhood. Not only is this walking distance to the beach, but also top restaurants premiere outdoor shopping, beachside biking/jogging paths, and a corner cafe with live music.

Crystal Beach Retreat is nestled In the quaint neighborhood filled with rainbow cottages, a private gated pool, and has laundry facilities. Whole Foods, Publix, shopping, and movies blocks away. Just right for small families, couples as well as the business traveler. It's a honeymoon haven, too! Natural, private pathways surround the Caribbean-style grounds.

Crystal Beach Retreat has two studio units. It can be rented together or separate

This listing is for Salty Days is Unit #17B
Bottom unit with a queen bed, pull out couch, small kitchen and dining area, TV/DVD player, free wifi internet, porch with pool views.  (Sleeps 4).

Also available is Its a Shore Thing #17A (VRBO #859942)
Top unit with Queen bed, bunk beds, small kitchen, dining area, TV/DVD player, free wifi, porch with pool and partial gulf views.  (Sleeps 4)

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/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 sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 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

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

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Crystal Beach Cottage Steps Beach Pool. Shopping Restaurants
Crystal Beach Cottage Steps Beach Pool. Shopping Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

How close is Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! to the airport?

This apartment is 18 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! to the beach?

This apartment is a short 2-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 10-minute walk from James Lee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! to downtown Destin?

This apartment is 2.6 mi away from Destin.

Crystal Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in a quiet setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was conveniently located near the beach. You could leave the cottage and be standing on the beach within 3 minutes. The cottage was fresh and clean and felt comfortable to stay in. I liked that the host was quick to respond during the booking and checking-in process.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient

Enjoyed the beach immensely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nantucket!

Perfect space for two! Pool was so close as was the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cottage Great Location

Cute Cottage. Appliances are a bit dated. Location is great. The beach is right across the street. Close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as described

The rental is small—but you must already know that if you’re booking a studio condo. There are no frills—be prepared to buy toilet paper, salt and pepper and basic necessities. But this was clearly advertised and it definitely met our needs. The beach was gorgeous and steps away and the pool was a wonderful way to unwind after the beach. Camille’s is a restaurant in walking distance but otherwise be prepared to drive to other locations and attractions. Or Uber, there is lots of availability in Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destin honet

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach. Nice pool. Great parking Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Linda S., Springfield MO , USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location ! Close to pool and beach. Manager communicated quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay

great stay! close to beach and just the right amenities for a long weekend stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

We really liked the location and laid back vibe of the neighborhood. My family specifically did not want to stay in the busy high rise area. Pool was great, shopping and grocery within walking distance. Would stay at again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna B., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacay!

Location was perfect, very short walk to beach and short distance from airport. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verano D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

We loved our stay. The property has a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a Couple

We had so much fun. This unit is located on the side close to the parking lot and easy to access your vehicle. Also very close to the pool. We rented bikes and rode everyday. The cottages are right in the middle of everything. The room was the perfect size for a couple. The ONLY thing that could use help was the curtains. (Maybe some Velcro) I did use hair clips for the curtain because the room is wide open with the curtains open anyone walking by can see you changing. We had every single thing we needed to cook and have coffee every morning. (After a quick Walmart run) The host Christina was very responsive the entire time from booking until we checked out. We signed the quest book & can’t wait to come back & sign it again. We felt right at home. The walk to the beach wasn’t far at all! I shook the sheets and swept every night so we weren’t soooo covered in sand. Kinda hard when you are at the beach parasailing or riding jet skis everyday though. I personally didn’t get in the pool but I have one at home. The day I went to the water park my husband did though and he loved it. We will be back and we will rent upstairs and bring our grown kids with us! It’s a great place!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal beach one of best

Outside place to stay with walking to beach just across road. Crystal beach is one of best beaches. One drawback of Crystal Beach is no public restroom. With rental location you can just go back to room which is perfect. Not to mention outstanding accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
This was a convenient place for walking to whatever you need - a few miles here and there. We had what we needed with the exception of beach towels, which I brought thanks to another review. The beach isn't just steps away unless you walk over homes, and when you get to the beach its mostly all roped off as private with rental chairs...it was disappointing to have to be kicked off the beach and asked to walk down to the public sections... there are two public beach access points across the street which is easy enough and close to get to. The unit has sliding doors that wouldn't close tight making the cold nights real drafty. We had issues getting the cable to work as well but after a lot of trials we managed to get live cable to watch in the evening during the cold snap. The pool area seemed okay, the pool water was cold! This unit is perfect for a couple, with a little TLC this would be an amazing place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

john w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Convenient to everything and the beach clean and nice loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonaya A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint and affordable!

2nd time staying here! We love it! Location is perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small but just right

The location was nice and the very close to some very nice beached
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky P., Green Forest Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Week Ever

Our 4 year old granddaughter loves the pool being right outside of the patio doors. It was just right for my husband and I and the two children 4, 12. Might be a bit cramped for 4 adults.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place near beach

Very nice place for beach stay. Very short walk to beach that was not crowded. Very close to shopping, restaurants, and anything else you can imagine. Very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Pleasant

Was very pleased with our stay. The cottage was clean and the area was nice and quiet. Families with small kids mostly. Just an easy walk to the beach. Traffic is not bad at all along the beach road. Quick access to HWY 98 which will take you to Sandestin or Destin proper within minutes. Just a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Walking distance to private beach/ restaurant! Unit was nice and clean! We will stay again! Next time we will stay in the one slightly bigger and upstairs!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022