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The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock

Vacation home near Destin Beaches in Destin

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Exterior
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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Holiday Isle vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk and HarborWalk Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Destin Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Shores Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock

The Boat House - Waterfront Vacation Rental on the Destin Harbor

Favorite Features:
- Water Views
- 5 Min Walk to Beach
- Private Dock
- Proximity to Harbor Walk

More about The Boat House:
The Boat House exudes a cozy and inviting atmosphere, with a design that reflects the laid-back coastal lifestyle of Destin. Sleeping eight across three bedrooms, its compact size adds to the intimate charm, creating a perfect getaway for those seeking tranquility by the water. Located directly on the picturesque Destin Harbor, this house enjoys stunning views of sparkling waters, passing boats, and gorgeous sunsets painting the sky.

A defining feature of The Boat House is its private dock extending over the tranquil waters of the harbor. The dock offers a convenient and exclusive space for mooring boats, allowing guests to access the water for leisurely cruises and fishing trips easily. It's also ideal for paddleboarding, or simply admiring the natural beauty of the harbor from the comfort of their backyard.

While offering a peaceful waterfront retreat, the small house is conveniently located near Destin's renowned attractions, including pristine beaches, upscale dining establishments, and vibrant entertainment venues. Guests can easily explore everything that Destin has to offer while enjoying the tranquility of harbor living.

Sleeping Arrangements:
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King Bed with Water View & Shared Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed with Water View & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 3: King Bed with Water View & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.

Additional Arrangements:
Twin over Twin Bunk Bed

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing 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
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles

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

  • 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

829774

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi (6-min drive) from Destin Beaches and 4.4 mi (11-min drive) from Miramar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Destin.

The Boat House - Waterfront Home with Private Dock Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

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

Great location

Great stay. House was clean and great location if you’re bringing your own boat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Devin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was quite clean. The canal and dock were very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My kids fished the entire time. It was nice clean and the beds were comfortable. Downside.... not walking distance to any public beach access for my elderly parents. They are all private even though they say public on Google maps. You have to drive and pay for parking which is about a 5 minute drive. Not really the house owners fault but there was an active construction site next door that fired up the chop saws at 700 am every morning like clock work. The workers had a direct view into the shower windows which my daughter didn't realize until she was in there showering and seen them staring. Nice place for the money.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

David

Very nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is the absolute best for families and boating. The kids loved fishing and swimming off the deck. The boat slip is covered and after a hot day this made unloading incredibly easy. Perfect trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy H.

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

Perfect for boats!

We had a great stay! Each room had its own bathroom and privacy! Perfect location and ease with our boat! We will be back! I gave 5 star for winery but this was not at a winery…I am so pleased with everything else that I did not want to bring the overall rating down.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Awesome location

Property was a less maintained than some of the others in the same area. Neighbors were a lot better landscaped. I believe the owner also runs a fishing charter from the other side of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal house if you want to bring your boat, we loved the upper deck just off the living area for morning coffee and evening chats, the house is well laid out and spacious, nice dishes and plenty of utensils, however we were unaware the stove top was conduction , meaning you can only use certain pots and pans, there were lots of different pots and pans but none worked, had to call and ask why then the pans that were supposed to be used were in horrible shape, they brought us a new set, then there were all these metal utensils I couldn’t use in the special pans . I think they need a regular stove top or make sure to eliminate pots and pans and utensils that can’t be used with this strange stovetop! When we first arrived the grounds were bushy and needed to be weedeated the garbage wasn’t put out to the road by previous guest, I called and it was taken care of, the plugin is on the upper deck to connect to the boat so visitors need to bring a long cord! The place really needs a deep cleaning and towel hooks by the sink in all 3 bathrooms! Also we had a bit of an ant problem not our fault! But we really loved the boat house! Sad you can’t park your boat trailer in the driveway cause there’s plenty of room ! I mean who would know! Also all the showers were great, all the beds were comfortable! Perfect place for 3 couples, plus the bunk beds, honestly yall it’s a great place to stay I’m just suggesting some improvements!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

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