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'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

Family-friendly stay near Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park

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A beach with clear turquoise water and white sand.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a stove.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a large window, and a view of the outside patio.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There are three wooden stools and a small black refrigerator.
A covered patio with a pool, white chairs, and a small table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪6 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 15-minute walk of this Crystal Beach vacation home, you'll find Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Destin Commons - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬11 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.

'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

Newly renovated! Our charming Destin Florida Vacation Home is a three-bedroom cottage located in Destin's Crystal Beach community. We just installed brand new Luxury vinyl planks throughout our home and updated our kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances.

Conveniently located just one and one-half blocks from the pristine Emerald Coast beach. It is an easy walk and there are no busy streets to cross. With 20-foot high vaulted ceilings and a retractable wall of glass overlooking our private pool, our home allows the outside to become part of your everyday living environment. Every room contains a ceiling fan and a 6-foot privacy fence surrounds the pool. Children and families are welcome. You have this darling home, private pool and grassy play area all to yourself. Named “The Great Escape”, you will find this vacation home to be a wonderful retreat for families and/or couples.

The contemporary decor and open floor plan allow you to relax in the comfort of our vacation home. The location is convenient to Destin Commons, the Fort Walton Airport, Big Kahuna Water Theme Park, and numerous restaurants and cafes within walking distance - including our favorite ice cream place- The Marble Slab.. This absolutely perfect vacation home comes with a king bed in the primary suite, a king size bed in the second bedroom and 2 sets of twin bunk beds in the third bedroom, which is perfectly suited for children! You will find the kitchen is equipped with everything you need and all the comforts of home. The floor plan is open and airy, with a spacious feeling. Don’t forget about your private pool and patio area complete with gas grill and patio table and chairs and lounge chairs. It's a wonderful escape from the beach. But, the Destin Florida beaches are the BEST!!! Your wonderful vacation can start with a day with shopping or golf, hit the beach or sit by the pool, you can complete your day with a fabulous meal. Whether you are in the mood to dress up and go out, or grill out by the pool, it is your choice. Our home is centrally located to a wide-range of activities for all ages. We are confident you will enjoy your 'Great Escape' Destin vacation as much as we do!


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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 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.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • 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 marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
There is a check out reminders list on the fridge.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ID: Guest must send photo ID within 48 hours of booking or the booking is subject to cancellation. Photo ID must match and be presented at check in.
Initial payment is acceptance of rental agreement.
Pool heat is $250 per week (upon request)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • 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 and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Destin Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Destin.

'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and excellent location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! The property was well maintained and we had no issues during our stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great place to stay!

The great escape is a great place to stay! Very clean and organized and plenty of room. The house is perfect for a family with 3 bedrooms and a pool and we loved it! Walking distance to the beach and a short drive to plenty of great restaurants and stores!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home in a quiet neighborhood and only a couple of blocks walk to the beach! Perfect
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Adam H.

Very nice and close to beach! Loved the open concept to the rear yard!

Loved the property and layout. Do wish the pool was a little bigger for the amount of people staying but the kids enjoyed tremendously! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Second time

We love staying here. Great location and perfect house for my family and dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful Escape!

Great Escape was amazing! Wonderful house and property. Love the back yard and pool. Close to the beach and lovely neighborhood. Had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene H.

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

Spring Break 2024

Great Location, very comfortable home for Spring Break Enjoyed our stay Children had a great time Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Destin vacation

The house is very well kept and has nearly anything you will need. We enjoyed the pool tremendously
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

50th Birthday celebration

Our 4th trip to the Great Escape. Our go to for a relaxing retreat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

Amazing

We loved it we definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Destin Get Away

Perfect size home with everything you need in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach. Any questions or concerns, the property manager was easily accessible. Close to the grocery store, shopping, and restaurants. We will definitely make this our vacation destination.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor G.

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

Summer Relaxation

We enjoyed our stay here. The location is great for being close to stores, the mall, and the beach. Quiet neighborhood. We came here a long time ago and enjoyed returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

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

The Great Escape is wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay at The Great Escape! The house was very spacious and cleaned very well. We loved the pool in the backyard. It was close to town, but also not too far from the beach. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Excellent Home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Great Escape. The home was clean and well stocked. Very close to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Quiet neighborhood. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

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

Family getaway

The property was a perfect size for our family with elder adults.. also being able to allow our 2 dogs was amazing. The pool and yard was perfect size. Neighborhood was quite and not busy which made it fanatic. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Great Escape is great!

Love the layout, can see the pool easily from inside the house. Pool clean and warm. Managers extremely prompt for small issues. Quickly resolved the same day. Very happy with our two week stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

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

Very clean house and close to the beach

We had a wonderful time. The house was close enough to the beach for us to walk. When the beach was full we drove down to the state park. Very close to food places and shopping. The kids loved the pool and were in it nonstop.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect

Perfect place to stay. Very close to everything (shopping, food, grocery, beach, etc). The pictures on VRBO don’t do this place justice. It’s gorgeous and very spacious. Had tons of beach towels, beach umbrella, boogie boards, beach chairs, and more
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Perfect week

House was very clean and well maintained. Lacking nothing. Nicely decorated Had all the appliances and comforts of home. Everything worked well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriane G.

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

Great getaway

We had an amazing trip and stay at this wonderful home. It was very clean, comfortable, had that special “beachy” feel to it, was conveniently located to Crystal Beach, and had a perfect sized pool for the afternoons. The pictures honestly don’t do the house justice. I highly recommend this property and would definitely rent again! Loved every bit of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Great Escape or Little Paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Great Escape! The house was the perfect size for us and very comfortable. We lucked out and didn't have neighbors on either side of us during our visit. I enjoyed the pool, just about every day and the water temp was perfect in the low 80's. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Great

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the Great Escape! It was a perfect place for our family and the pool topped it off!! Great Location. Hopefully we can stay again soon. Only issue was the bathrooms need some TLC. Found hair around sink and clump of dog hair under kitchen table. Since you are paying for a cleaning service after each guest visit, wanted to make sure you are getting the service you are paying. Thanks again for a memorable vacation for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Traci E.

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

Beautiful house

We had an amazing stay amazing stay, however shortly after arriving at the house, we realized the air conditioning had gone out, but the property manager David was quick to get the air back on for us. The neighbors air conditioner was also squeaky at times, so was abit annoying. The location is great, it's an easy short walk to the beach just down the street and is in a pleasant neighborhood. Overall we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie C.

The Great Escape lives up to its name!

We really enjoyed our stay at The Great Escape! We’ve had the pleasure of staying at many coastal homes and this was certainly a favorite. The house itself is well-equipped (kitchen, beach accessories, etc) and allowed for a very comfortable stay. We were traveling with our 2 year old and appreciated the Pack N Play and booster seat availability! The house is located a very short walk to the beach (gorgeous!!) and the secluded, enclosed backyard with a pool was the cherry on top. Many thanks to the owner for the opportunity to stay — we look forward to planning a return trip! Side note: if traveling by car, throw in some basic household items to have on hand at the house — dish detergent, laundry detergent, etc. Otherwise, Publix is super close by to stock up on these items!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

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