Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Crystal Beach vacation home, you'll find Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
James Lee Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Emerald Coast Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 11 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 14 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 10 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 10 min walk
El Jalisco Destin - 12 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.
Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly
Sleeping Arrangements Two Story House | Floor 1: Master, King Bed; Floor 2: Guest 1, Queen Bed; Guest 2, Queen Bed; Guest 3, Twin over Full Bunk
Parking: This property offers two parking spots, providing easy and reliable access for guests throughout their stay.
Experience Your Vacation Haven
Nestled within the Crystal Beach community is this quaint cottage, whose design harkens back to “Old Florida.” Yet, it’s an ideal beach property perfect for a much anticipated getaway with your entire family including your pet. Greet the morning with a hot cup of your favorite beverage while luxuriating on the screened porch. Getting some in your group off the porch swing may be hard, but everything you need to for the meal prep is provided within the gourmet kitchen. So, after breakfast, leisurely meander to the Gulf to enjoy a full day of fun in the sun. Then, at the end of the day, cool down with laps in the refreshing private pool or challenge the kids to a rousing game of Marco Polo!
Perfect for a large group, this vacation rental features a master bedroom with a king bed, with luxurious vanity area, which provides a true spa feel. Other rooms feature queen beds in addition to a kid’s room with a twin over full bunk bed, which even has a quaint sitting area to group the little ones together to share bedtime stories of the day’s adventures.
The spacious open floor plan allows for cooking and leisurely entertaining, while everyone is close by, all while making memories to last a lifetime. Then, sink into comfy sofas in front of a big-screen TV to wind down from the day’s activities. Later in the evening, decide which of the double porches you’ll choose to watch the moon rise. There’s a special place for every member of your party to be together or in solitude at this truly extraordinary sanctuary.
If there are fishermen among you, the BBQ grill provides an excellent opportunity to share in the bounty from the beach. But there are also numerous dining options to suit every palate: challenging golf courses; boating, including deep-sea excursions; and unique shopping in the exhilarating Destin area.
If your family believes in “the more the merrier,” an amazing property (“Hook, Wine and Sinker”) is located right next door and the two homes can be rented together (upon availability). Make your next vacation escape to The Hideaway!
Guest Walk-Through Two Story Home| First Floor: 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathrooms, Screened Porch, Dining, Kitchen, Living, Laundry Second Floor: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
Unit Amenities- Private (optionally) heated pool, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Gas BBQ Grill, Screened Porch, Private Driveway
About the Community of Crystal Beach Steps away from the gorgeous beaches on Scenic 98, Crystal Beach is the perfect combination of classic Florida beach charm combined with modern luxury for your ideal vacation. With multiple beach accesses available for your convenience, sidewalks to travel the area to nearby restaurants and shops, Crystal Beach provides the ultimate beach vacation. Amenities such as golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports and more are available locally at additional costs.
Local Favorites MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.
MVH Beach Closet This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay.
MVH Rental Restrictions Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use.
Pet Friendly Unit Pets are welcome here! Please note it is an additional $300 for one pet, $400 for two pets, plus taxes and admin fee. (*Limited to Small - Medium Dogs; Large dogs and the following breeds are prohibited: Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, Dobermans, Mastiffs, Chow Chows, Great Danes, Huskies, Malamutes, Boxers, Akitas, Cane Corsos, and Wolf Hybrids)
Heating for pools is available at an additional cost. Please contact our office for pricing details.
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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
Bicycles
Unit size: 1,838 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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly to the airport?
This vacation home is 18 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 11-minute walk from James Lee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly have a spa?
This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly to downtown Destin?
This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Destin.
Private Pool ~ Screened Porch ~ Pet Friendly Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marcy W.
Aug 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was a beautiful place to stay for our family vacation! Loved the private pool and the home was very clean. Would definitely stay again!
Marcy W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley T.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful. Beautiful on the inside and out. Everyone loved the pool and loved the shade that was offered. Would come back to this place over any other place we have stayed!!! Communication was great. 10/10
Ashley T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Brandi P.
Jun 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed at this property with my three kids from June 2 to June 7, 2025. Upon entering, you’re welcomed by calming blue tones paired with rustic touches that create a cozy, home-like atmosphere. We spent most of our time enjoying the pool and relaxing on the back patio. One of our favorite days was when we didn’t leave the house at all, just enjoying a peaceful day by the pool.The kitchen is spacious and well-suited for families, making it easy to gather and cook together. The location is convenient, with plenty of shopping and dining options nearby, and just a short drive to a water park and go-kart track.However, there were a few drawbacks. The living room couch was very uncomfortable and noticeably worn, and the large kitchen window had no shade, which let in a lot of sunlight. Additionally, we found a few tiny black bugs in the master bedroom, so if you spot something dark on your sheets, it’s likely a bug.Despite these issues, we still had a great time and I would rate our stay an 8 out of 10.
Brandi P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica G.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway!
We stayed at the property for a week in March during spring break. The location was perfect - quiet neighborhood with just a short walk to the beach. The house looked just like the pictures with plenty of space for my husband and I, our two teenaged kids, and my mom. We paid the extra amount to heat the pool, which I would definitely recommend if you’re visiting in the spring. The only thing the house was missing was pool towels, so make sure to pack those. But other than that, everything was fantastic. The property is currently for sale, and I’m really hoping that the new owners will keep it as a rental because we’d love to come back!
Jessica G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth A.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Destin Bachelorette
This property was exactly as displayed online. Gorgeous pool, spacious rooms and less than 5 minute walk to the beach!!
Great location about 20-30 minutes from downtown Destin and night life.
The staff was great at checking in and making sure the stay was going well
Elizabeth A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jen M.
Apr 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family House!
This was a clean, spacious vacation home with a wonderful open floor plan that allowed my family of 7 to spend d a lot of quality time together just hanging out, without feeling cramped! We splurged on the pool heater and it was worth every penny!
House had a nice laundry room, a great Dyson vacuum for the sand that inevitably made its way into the house (no matter HOW hard we tried!), and a HUGE master bathroom!
Location was a very short (2 blocks or so) walk from the public access to the beach, which had the signature beautiful white sand and was NOT crowded at all. One of the prettiest beaches I’ve ever been to!
Overall, great rental, would absolutely recommend to any family with older children and teens!
Jen M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daisy H.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Couldn't ask for better
Daisy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin K.
Aug 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
All the amenities of home!
We had an amazing stay! Short walk to the beach and close to shops and restaurants. Spent most of our time on the screened in porch relaxing while kids swam.
Erin K.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jessica S., Donalds, South Carolina
May 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
The home is absolutely beautiful and well stocked with the essentials to start you off. However our experience was a little too dramatic. We arrived on Friday and by Sunday I received a text message stating that there was a complaint that we had a dog and were smoking on the property. Later that evening I received a call from the property manager on the same issue. I assured her there was no dog. Monday morning they showed up to physically check the property again no dog. The rest of the week we saw random workers come on the property to do their cleaning. I honestly think it would be best to have a sign posted somewhere on the property of the random employees coming on the property during the week. With that said you have no privacy whatsoever. Overall we had a good stay and a very relaxing vacation. We will be back to Destin but not for certain we will choose the same location.
Jessica S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place close to the beach
It was a great place to stay. Clean, close to the beach, awesome to have a pool.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kenton Y.
Oct 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice Of Paradise!!
Beautiful home and decor! Very comfortable open concept with gracious amenities provided. We had extremely easy access and communication. All expectations were met professionally!!
Kenton Y.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Andreia C.
Aug 22, 2022
Destin home experience
I will start with the GOOD things about the property. The house is beautiful, furnished very nicely with everything that you need! The kitchen has everything for home cooked meals, there's also a grill outside that was very convenient. There's a private pool that was very clean and maintained with a nice outdoor dining table in the yard and tanning chairs. We loved having the cozy back porch area to sit during late nights. Overall, house was very spacious, generally clean, and nicely remodeled.
LOCATION: PERFECT. Very easy and accessible walk to the beach. The beach chairs and umbrella are a great addition. There's a mall 4 min away and A LOT of restaurants. Publix was also very close for groceries.
I don't normally like to give bad reviews especially for a home this beautiful, but there was one thing the property may need to work on. The issue we experienced with this property was that there were cockroaches, or palmetto bugs as the locals might say. I didn't want to believe it after we saw one but they just kept showing up daily. The kitchen was full of them, and we discovered more and more throughout the first floor.
We wrote to the property manager on the VRBO website and didn't get a response, so we called the maintenance phone number and they said they would send someone over to spray the same day. We never saw anyone come, although we were gone for a period of 1.5 hrs in the evening. We still saw the cockroaches for the remainder of our stay. We called maintenance again to see if anyone actually came out, but they said they did. To me, this means either the infestation was really bad, or no one ever came out. Either way, this seems like a big issue that the property owner/manager doesn't seem to care about much. The whole family had to carefully go through each article of clothing to verify no cockroaches snuck in. It's such a shame because the rest of our stay was great!
Overall, I would come again, if the cockroach issue is resolved!
Andreia C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alexandria B.
Oct 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home!
This home was perfect for our family vacation! We loved the amenities, pool and short walk to the beach! Everything was so clean and neat. We are interested in booking again.
Alexandria B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle U.
Sep 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Get-Away
Crystal Beach was a great choice for us on our anniversary trip! I cook everyday, and the kitchen was very well stocked. We had plenty of towels, which isn't always the case with rentals. The home was very clean, and the private pool was a huge plus. Very short walk to the beach, and the complimentary chairs and umbrella meant we only had to carry our cooler and beach bag.
Michelle U.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Marcia L.
Aug 31, 2021
Best of Tides
Nice location. Can not see ocean from house, but an easy walk to beach.
Located close to many attractions. Would definitely recommend Best of Tides.
Upstairs bedrooms and bath small but quite adequate.
Marcia L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B., Maysville, MO
Jun 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
First family get away!
This property was awesome for our family vacation. It was our first full family vacation with our kids and their families. We had us (the grandparents), our 3 daughters and their families which included two 1 year olds and a 4 yr old. The whole process from rental, questions, check-in and placement of additional rental gear was awesome. The master suite was spacious and we ended up using the master closet for one of the grandkids to have quieter sleeping quarters. The attached master bathroom had a gorgeous garden tub that the 3 littles used every night. The walk in shower was big. The pool area was perfect, spacious enough for lounging, grilling and swimming in the evenings. The wing awning provided just enough shade. The front porch was shady and was protected from the street with nice landscaping, an attractive fence and inviting furniture. The perfect place to enjoy that first cup of coffee. Only 2 blocks from the beach, it was a short walk and the provided wagon was perfect for our gear. We absolutely LOVED our experience here, the only negative for us was the loft bunkroom. When renting this house we didn't realize the "kids" room had an open 3/4 wall and large round window with no covering. Every sound from the lower floor traveled right into that room. But we made it work as the master closet and the one large queen bedroom closet were big enough to accommodate the cribs we rented. Overall, it was fabulous! Would definitely rent again when the babies are older.
Lisa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Larry F.
May 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This was our first family vacation in a year and half due to the pandemic. This home had everything that my family and I were looking for. The property manager was awesome and courteous. It was the perfect location and the beach was in walking distance. We are definitely planning for our next stay again.
The Franklin Family
Larry F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Navtej S., Arlington Heights, USA
Mar 16, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay !
Great Stay and we had a blast as a family ! Pool area was awesome - thank you !!
Navtej S.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Nov 10, 2020
Great space, some shortfalls
Owner communication was great, and the space is quite nice, especially the master suite! Important note: upstairs bedrooms are FULL size, not queen - we wish we had known that before we booked. Some cleanliness issues (dirty pans, pool area), but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Victoria L H.
Oct 26, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Tides
This beach house is everything someone would need you get exactly what was promised great location and I would recommend it to anyone looking to stay in Destin
Victoria L H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mario A.
Oct 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Very clean house love how close was to the beach
Mario A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Katie A.
Oct 8, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
Great stay overall. Hurricane Sally rained on our parade slightly...but Cheryl and Rich did everything they could to accommodate our group. We will most definitely come back!
Katie A.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
claudia s.
Aug 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
This house was perfect for our family. The location was not bad at all. The kids loved the pool and the bunk bed room. The house was very clean. We will definitely stay here again.
claudia s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
jatanna w.
Jul 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Recently updated
I assume the property was recently updated. It is clean and airy. There are some things that were not finished though. Face plates missing from plugs, pantry doors leaned up against it instead of attached, closet door not completely attached in the master. But, great location and very clean! We had a great time.