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Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View

Beachfront condo near Destin Beaches

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On the beach, sun loungers
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6873 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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DESTIN, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Destin Beaches with a stay at this Destin condo. Also, Choctawhatchee Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and The Track Family Recreation Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Destin Harbor - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morgan Sports Center - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View


Upgraded 17th floor condo - beach front unit! Gorgeous full view of the gulf! Upgraded in the fall of 2018... All new flooring, New sofa, coffee table, end tables, dining table & chairs, new bedroom set & all new bedding!

NOTE: I also own a unit at Surfside Resort unit 409 property ID: 17922, Crystal Sands unit property ID: 26158 and Emerald Towers unit 1004 property ID: 85592 on Vrbo. If this condo is booked or you're traveling with other guests & need other units.

Pelican beach resort is one of the most popular resorts to stay in Destin ~ the perfect family destination.

Conveniently located near all activities such as: Big Kahuna Water Park (across the street) located near many family friendly restaurants: Bubba Gump Shrimp, Hard Rock Cafe, Johnny Rockets, Ruth Chris Steakhouse, & more! Retail shops, Silver Sands shopping outlet mall, & movie theaters.

One bedroom / two bath gulf front unit living area 873 sq. Ft. brand new queen sleeper sofa in living room. After making your way into the unit - you will notice the emerald-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico from your private balcony which has a view directly facing south.

Master bedroom has king bed, with private bath. Recessed bunks in the hall allow sleeping for the younger crowd, and a queen sleeper in the living room.

Fully functional kitchen, with full-size range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, and blender. Wireless internet access, television with DVD. Fully stocked with linens and towels.

Pelican Beach Resort has 2 heated pools. Outdoor & indoor along with a kiddie pool & outside hot tub.

Non-smoking only - strictly enforced.

No Pets
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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 873 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 CHANGE OF RESERVATION IS ALLOWED ONCE THE BOOKING HAS BEEN APPROVED

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
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 first aid kit
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Pelican Beach Dbeach Dirctly Beach Open March 20-23 DESTIN
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View to the airport?

This condo is 17.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View?

As of Dec 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View on Dec 29, 2025 start from $99.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View to the beach?

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

Does Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View have a pool?

This condo features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View to downtown Destin?

This condo is 0.6 mi away from Destin.

Pelican Beach Resort, Directly on the Beach w/breathtaking View Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 49 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

lance c.

The condo could use remodeling. Had a pigeon living on the light on the balcony and there was pigeon poop all over the balcony. Other than that it was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kalita g.

Liked: Cleanliness
We booked this place strictly for the view and the view was fantastic! Yes the place could use a little updating but it was clean and comfortable. I contacted the owner about the microwave door handle being broken again when I got there and he had a technician come replace the entire door. 2 things to know: it costs 2.00 to wash clothes and 2.00 to dry them. The laundry room is across from the room. If you want an umbrella and chairs that costs extra also: 45 per day I believe. However there is an umbrella in the closet. We were there to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and we couldn’t have asked for a better week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

dolores h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Place was clean and what a great view from the balcony! Owner was responsive and everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Vacation

Great property, great location. The unit could use some maintenance. Overall it’s great. I’d stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jalisa D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Okay

Microwave handle still broken, shower curtain in bathroom horribly stained and dirty, there were long strings of hair everywhere, tv in bedroom wasnt working. Overall the location is great but the condo is outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pattie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

I thoroughly enjoyed the family friendly environment and the communication with the manager as it went on. The place had a beautiful view. It had everything we needed. I loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sanel C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location great Place

1st time VRBO it was learning experience the room was nice the microwave handle was broken, would have been nice to know that we needed to bring our own coffee . But we enjoyed the place easy access and beautiful view and we saw dolphins from our balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness

great view

fun
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Heather C.

Ok

The view was great. The unit was older than we expected and had a weird smell, towels and sheets were cheap and some stained.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dee

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disgusted!!

I called the host a few days ahead and had to leave message . I did not get a call back but only received a text as I arrived in Destin. Giving me the door code and advising me that early entry before 4pm or late departure after 10am will incur a $111.00 charge . Upon entering the condo I was hit with a nasty musty smell. Upon further investigation I noticed what a sad state of affairs that this condo was in . 1. The microwave oven handle was broken and it was not cleaned inside or outside even the broken handle was sticky. 2. The coffee pot was filthy, the pot inside and out was badly stained . The filter housing was thick with old coffee stains . 3.The counter had food droppings over it. 4. The sink was thick with dirt and grease where the faucet connects to the sink. 5. The coffee table was loose and wobbly and poses a danger. 6. The couch was spattered with stains and we could not get ourselves to sit directly on it . We cover it with towels . 7. The curtains were badly stained . 8. When I walked barefoot I realized That I was walking on sand ! 9 . Omg 😱 the sheets were dirty and I noticed that there was another set in the closet , so I removed the sheet and to my dismay and disgust I found the mattress cover, full of what looked like urine stains. Then to had insult to injury the clean sheets from the closet were not for a king bed instead for a full or queen bed. 10.the counter top was damaged and splitting in various spots. 11. The second bathroom was disgusting
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destin!

We had a great time! Overall everything was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Almost PERFECT

The Pelican resort was a family favorite 20 years ago. I was dissapointed due to the beach rules/rental chair for the property. I never remember there being rows and rows of beach chair rentals. I do understand the need for non-rentals to place their chairs behind the rentals, but this was excessive. The chair rentals took up most of the beach space and they were not even half used. I dont understand why tents were not permitted. We have never had this issue on any other properties. They also wouldnt allow you to sit in water with your chair. I felt like I was mislead about the washer and dryer. We are very sure to always have a room with this luxury. It stated very clearly on our listing that there was a washer and dryer. It never said shared or access to. The other issue was a little mishap with the iron. The iron was very old and ruined my shorts. I do understand that I should have been more careful, but it was frustrating. We were also told that we could check in early by calling number provided. We got there at 7am and tried to call several times and no answer. We honestly never complain and I do not want this to be a complaint. It is more of a friendly note of the things that we wished were different. It absolutely did not ruin our stay. We had a great time. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your condo. I hope my comment Is helpful and not considered negative. I still gave a 5 because we had an excellent time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Valeriy, Auburn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was great and breakfast for nice. It’s a beautiful hotel but our room smelled like smoke and the blankets were dirty with someone’s hair stuck to it. We asked to change our room and they refused.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pelican Beach Resort

I have really no complaints about the property. Everything was as advertised. View was gorgeous, building amenities were nice, communication with host was timely and helpful. My only gripe was the living room furniture was not the most comfortable and the apartment lacked some color. But again, it was clean, cozy and as advertised .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikki G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Very nice, Clean, Stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Drew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location and very responsive host
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Geralyn R.

Mildew pee you

This is our second stay at the Pelican. Our first stay the room was clean and well maintained. This most recent stay the room smelled like mildew, not as clean as our first stay and the appearance was banged up. Huge repair patches in the bathroom and nail pops in the hallway. This unit was advertised as recently remodeled. The grounds was well kept and both pools and hot tubs very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K., Broken Arrow, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic View & Beach Location

Was an amazing place to stay! I gave the check-in process 4 stars only because of 4 elevators, only 2 were working on the day of check-in, which made it a mad-house on the ground floor (not super impactful but it was a bit of a challenge). Also, I gave the location of the condo 4 stars only because there was no traffic control so exiting the resort was a nightmare when traffic was heavy (which was about 9am to 6pm ish). Other than that, the location and condo were fantastic!! The beach location was amazing and the condo itself was very comfortable and fit the 5 of us just perfect! We were glad to have a full-size refrigerator and full kitchen! The beds were comfortable though making room for our luggage was a bit of a Tetris game, mostly because we had our own portable crib to contend with! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view in this condo is fantastic! The beach is absolutely beautiful! Overall we would stay here again. I would pack extra towels and shampoo next time, we had to make a quick run for things like that. Reminder that it's not the resort but someone's rental property. Great living room area and kitchen! Three pools on property and the beach so plenty of outdoor time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorian

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023