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Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6.

Waterfront condo with a hot tub, 3-minute walk to Miramar Beach

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Located in the Crystal Beach community, this seaside condominium offers a relaxing retreat with a spectacular view of the Gulf from its patio. With beach access across the street, unwind at the pool or whirlpool area and enjoy barbecues nearby.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

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About this property

Entire place

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

Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6.

Located on Scenic Highway 98 in the beautiful Crystal Beach community, just across the street from the sugar white sand and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico, this seaside community is a wonderful retreat.
Must be 25 yrs old to rent.

Photos of new sofa soon. Our recently remodeled condominium is on the first floor with a spectacular view of the Gulf. From the patio you can look out at the gorgeous emerald water. The pool, whirlpool and barbecue area are just steps away. Beach access is right across the street.

The large master bedroom, with queen size bed, has a separate entry into the spacious bathroom, which has a Jacuzzi tub. The kitchen is bright, roomy and fully equipped. Bunk beds are built into the hall and a sleeper sofa is included to accommodate additional guests. Also included in the unit for your convenience is a washer and dryer.

This winter a new kitchen was put in with Granite counter tops, stanless steel appliances, new cabinets, and many other amenties.





Keywords: Condominium

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Destin travel guide
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach
    Miramar Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin Commons
    Destin Commons
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin_EmeraldCoastCentre_553248621558039131_04
    Emerald Coast Centre
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park which includes tranquil scenes and a sandy beach
    Henderson Beach State Park
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    10 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    13 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    10 min walk
  • LongHorn Steakhouse
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6. located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Direct Gulf View, Designer Decor! Steps to sand. Sleeps 6. Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 84 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanya Q.

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

Will stay again

We enjoyed our stay. It was clean and comfortable and the location was great! The public beach access is across the street. Very close to shopping and restaurants. We would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna S.

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

Great location!

Easy access from parking to condo and easy 1 min walk to a beautiful beach! We were very comfortable!! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N., Belton

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

Damily first road trip and Vacation

We had an absolute AMAZING TIME! less than 5 min walk to the beach, and there is litterally stores within walking distance. I highly recommend to everyone!! We will be bk :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY K., Hattiesburg, MS

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

Birthday trip

This is a cozy little condo with all the necessities. Close to everything including a nice restaurant next door. Only 5 minute walk and you're on the beach. Perfect for a couple with kids or 2-3 adults. This is our 2nd trip here and we plan to do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Very nice!

The property was nice especially for the price. Could definitely use some updating. If I had to say anything negative it would probably be the lack of beach towels when we showed up, paper towels toilet paper etc. But overall the location can't be beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place, location is great. Beach is right across the street, easy walk. Same for pool and restaurant/bar nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great spot for small family

The kids loved the bunk beds. Master bed mattress is really comfortable. Just steps to the pool and beach. Ground floor is unbeatable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank F.

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

great location to beach and shopping

Enjoyed the local coffee shop with their music. Nice access to the beach. Close to nice restaurants and shopping. Friendly neighbors. Great places to walk.
Stayed 73 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This condo was excellent the location was perfect close to everything can't wait to book it again gor our next vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

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

Great place great proximity to everything

Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Destin close to ⛱️

Month long stay. Condo was comfortable and was close to beach. I would recommend staying at this location.
Stayed 40 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Vacay!

Great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, neat and close to everything we needed. Check in and check out was great! Met some of the owners , they are cool people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Terrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The condo is listed as ‘ocean view’. Not an accurate description as only a sliver of the ocean is visible and only if outside. Owner/rep left a quite extensive detailed list of items for checkout, including a call to the maid to tell her when we plan to be out of the unit. Checkout is at 10:00, this should be when the maid knows to clean. The details are written in a tone reminiscent of a parent chastising a child - even telling us to keep coins and paper clips off the floor so it doesn’t break the vacuum.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn A.

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

Definitely staying again!!

We absolutely loved it, super cleans and right down from the beach. The only thing we didn’t get was a updated parking pass, but hey we just changed the date and made it work.!! Over all hands down 5 Stars. Great choice for a honeymoon stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christina L., Tennessee

Relaxation Station!

This condo is absolutely fantastic. It has everything you need and is steps to the beach. It is very clean and well maintained. You can see the ocean from the porch and is great in the morning to sit and drink a cup of coffee. We packed our wagon each day and walked to the beach at the public access with a bathroom and showers. We had a wonderful time and are looking forward to next year. The owners are helpful and quick to respond. If you get to stay here, you are lucky! Thanks for a wonderful vacation.

6/10 Okay

Gabreail J., Huntington, WV

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Get what you pay for

Great price and location. If you're staying more than one night, be prepared to bring trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels, and beach towels. I suggest checking the bed sheets as the check out instructions are very adamant that you DO NOT strip the beds. However, the other cleaning instructions have you doing everything except mopping and vacuuming the floors. As a frequent traveler, this is the first time I have encountered this.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Tim Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Our stay at carribean dunes

We were not sent instructions for getting into the unit and had to call, causing stress. When we walked in there was dried food on the living room floor. Then, the TV didn't work. We called and Susan did get a guy to come fix it that afternoon, bad remote. Other than that we had a great time and enjoyed the condo. Even with the early issues we would definitely come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Rosana V.

Nice property, untrusted and rude owner

I stayed with my family at the given property between 6-8 of October. The instructions we had prior arrival to the property included the details on how to use the keypad lock and the backup box. It didn't include any instructions about the deadbolt lock though. On 7th October we went out of the apartment from the back door (it's on the ground floor) and left the deadbolt locked, as I knew the backup box contains the key to unlock the front door. The keys didn't match the deadbolt lock nor the backdoor. Hence, we got stuck out of the house. I called Susan (the landlord) and asked for her assistance. She said she's not there, but advised to call a lock picker and said that if it's my mistake - i'll pay for it, otherwise she'll reimburse me. After the lock picker opened the door, we called Susan and he explained that the keys didn't match. Susan and I spoke a few minutes later and she said she's going to reimburse me for the fee I paid - $70. After a while I asked why she didn't reimburse me and she ignored my messages. In the second attempt she said she's going to reimburse me at the end of the month, but again, she didn't reimburse me. Additionally, her language was extremely unpleasant (getting into her expense calculations and blaming me). Bottom line - I would recommend to be careful of the people you make business with. If I had the chance to read such review before I rented the property, I would run away from this deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Great Location

Really enjoyed staying at this condo. It was perfect for a family of four. The bunk beds are really good size. They were bigger than other condos we stayed at. The Master Bedroom bed was really comofortable. Staying on the first floor was nice for an easy walk to the beach. The beach entrance is right across the street and has a ramp. This was key because we bring a wagon to get all of our beach gear down to the beach. You really can't beat the location of this condo right next to the Cafe and a great restaurant at night. I will note that the wifi password on the fridge was wrong but the password can be found on the bottom of the modem behind the TV. The internet was really fast which was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

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

As advertised

As advertised, clean, well stocked kitchen!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos P.

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

Amazing location!

The condo is really beautiful, you Can feel like home! Just make sure when you are going to the public beach take the left entry (from the property) because the right entry is really tiny, that part to the gulf have a lot of private beaches. No complaints with this property! Definitely I’ll come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Crystal F.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

No spare key

We made the mistake and left through the back door with the front door bolted. Take our mistake and just be sure you don’t do the same. Susan was less than friendly and let us know that we had to call a locksmith - $250, it cost us! Then we wake up to a huge roach on the floor. I know this is just one experience and hopefully it won’t happen to any of you but just beware. Everything else was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Nguyen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, communication
They give me the code for swimming. It may be wrong or gate is not working. Poor communication to solve this problem.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Juan M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE…Stay away from this place

Property manager is horrible at replying to your calls or messages. Where should I start, we’ll, she gives the wifi login but no wifi name so it was impossible to find it as there were so many in the area. I sent her a message but never got a reply. Next, she states not to lock the dead bolt on the front door if you leave as you will lock yourself out but she also states on the website the password to unlock the back up keys in case you do lock yourself out but wait….THESE KEYS DON’T OPEN ANY OF THE DOORS. I called her and she was upset for me actually call her to inquire about this and was very rude and told me that I needed to pay a locksmith to open the door. So I was lock your of the condo for hours and landlord (Susan) didn’t care. The locksmith showed up and she and her husband also happened to be property owners and I explained the situation and they completely agreed with me and stated that backup keys are to get access to the condo in case this happens. I contacted Susan and she stated that she did not care about my money and that she was not reimbursing me for the cost of getting a locksmith….I talk to a family staying a condo down the street and asked if they were provided with extra keys and they went and Chevy and found out that they were and the keys ACTUALLY open all the doors. PLEASE SAVE YOURSELF a headache and book somewhere else.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022