Picture yourself relaxing by the shore in the sugar-white sand of Destin.
Location: Beach Retreat, Scenic Gulf Drive Central West, Destin Area, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Beach Retreat is a 20 minute drive from Fort Walton Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Bunk Area, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
GORGEOUS OCEAN VIEW, GROUND FLOOR CONVENIENCE!
STAYS INCLUDE DAILY COMPLIMENTARY PASSES FOR SOME OF DESTIN'S BIGGEST ATTRACTIONS: BIG KAHUNA'S WATERPARK (MAY THRU SEPTEMBER), THE TRACK AMUSEMENT PARK, FREE ROUND OF GOLF, DOLPHIN CRUISE, KIDS FISHING TRIP, DVD RENTALS AND MORE! YOU WON'T FIND A BETTER VALUE FOR YOUR VACATION DOLLAR.
Enjoy a gorgeous view of the emerald-hued waters of the Gulf of Mexico from the patio and living areas of our beautifully decorated gulf-front condominium without the hassle of climbing stairs, waiting on elevators, or tedious walks to get to the beach. It is rare to have such an incredible, unobstructed ocean view from a ground floor condo. From the large patio and manicured, landscaped lawn it's only a few steps to our private beach access and the Gulf's sugary white sand and crystalline waters. Beach service (including 2 chairs and umbrella) are provided at no additional charge from March through October (this could cost as much as $25/day at other locations). Or step out the front door and enjoy the 3,000 square foot tropically landscaped and seasonally heated pool and spa, barbeque and picnic area, and fitness room.
Our condominium, "As Tide Goes By", is decorated in an upscale Caribbean/beach style. The master suite includes a king-size bed, entertainment center with flat-screen TV and DVD player, and a private full bath. A cute and cozy bunk-room, with its own private bath, was just redecorated and is perfect for two of the younger members of your group. A queen-size sofa sleeper (brand new!) is available to accommodate additional guests.
You'll love the bright colors and tropical feel of the living, dining, and kitchen areas (all with incredible ocean views). Quality furnishings, ceramic tile throughout (except bedrooms), 9 1/2 foot ceilings, two TV's with cable service and DVD players, AM/FM/CD stereo system, complimentary high-speed internet, and free movie rentals will provide you with the perfect environment for your beach getaway. You'll also appreciate the convenience of the large kitchen pantry and built-in washer/dryer.
Beach Retreat is a lovely 44-unit mid-rise complex built in 2003 and conveniently located on the quieter section of Scenic Gulf Drive, away from the congested high-rise resorts but near all the Destin area's major attractions, activities and shopping. The large sidewalks along the shore are great for long walks and bike rides. The upscale Destin Commons Mall and Silver Sands Outlet (one of the largest outlet malls in the nation) are both only two miles away. Water sports including parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking and surfing are right at the beach. The Track, Big Kahuna's Water Park and other amusement attractions are just 4 miles to the west and another mile further west you will find Destin Harbor where you can enjoy a dolphin cruise or deep sea fishing.
For golfers, the area boasts sixty (that's right, 60!) premiere courses and is frequently mentioned as one of Golf Digests "Top Ten Best Golf Towns in America".
The Destin area also offers fabulous restaurant choices and two of the best are within walking distance of our condo at Pompano Joe's and Captain Dave's, both right on the gulf.
If gorgeous ocean views, convenience, tropical upscale surroundings, and almost limitless nearby activities are what you're looking for in your next beach vacation, "As Tide Goes By" at Beach Retreat is the place for you. Please call or Email us for more information and unit availability and we'll do all we can to make your next vacation your best ever.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Elevator
- Beds
- King Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library: Complimentary video rental
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Hot Tub
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Miniature golf
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Mar 1,2010 - May 20,2010 $156/day $1,020/week
May 21,2010 - Aug 6,2010 $199/day $1,299/week
Aug 7,2010 - Sep 3,2010 $139/day $909/week
Sep 4,2010 - Oct 31,2010 $119/day $715/week $1,430/month
Nov 1,2010 - Feb 28,2011 $91/day $546/week $1,225/month
Above Rates Do Not Include Applicable Taxes and Fees.
Regulations and Restrictions Apply.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Great Value! Great View! Great Location!
Why the Owner Chose Beach Retreat
From the moment we saw the incredible ocean view from the living room, we knew this condo was what we were looking for. It is very unique to have such an incredible ocean view from a ground floor unit. There is nothing like watching dolphins at play in the beautiful emerald green water as you enjoy a drink on the patio. The private beach access is just a few steps across the lush lawn and the pool is so beautiful and relaxing it is sometimes difficult to decide which to go to first. The barbeque area and fitness room just add to the pleasure of spending time here. Beach Retreat is centrally located near all the area's attractions but away from the congestion of the high rise condos. Because we come here often ourselves we keep the beautiful custom designed interior in tip-top condition. We love it here and want our guests to love it also.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
There are so any things to see and enjoy in Destin that we cannot possibly list them all but these are some of our favorites. We love Gulf-coast seafood and Pompano Joe's is a great place to get it. It is right on the water and walking distance from our condo. Captain Dave's and The Crab Trap are also nearby and very good. You cannot believe the sugar-white sand of the beach until you see it for yourself and the emerald green ocean makes for an incredible day of fun. Our grand-daughters love playing in the ocean, searching for shells, and building sand castles. The 3,000 s.f lagoon pool is a treat when you've had enough salt-water and sand and the spa is great for winding down in the evenings. There are great wide sidewalks along the shore just made for long walks, jogging, or bike riding. They go for miles. You can rent bikes or fun 3-wheeled mini-cars nearby. After a long, fun-filled day we love to sit on the patio and watch the ocean and gorgeous sunsets.
Great gulf coast seafood restaurant overooking the ocean. About a 15 minute walk along the beach-side boardwalk from our condo.
Popular seafood restaurant just a few minutes walk from our condo.
One of the largest outlet malls in America. All the popular outlets.
Great place to learn about the incredible local fishing and get the tackle you need.
Good place for lunch or a casual dinner. Not on the water but good food, reasonably priced, and a 3-minute walk from our condo
Owner's Map of Beach Retreat
We live in Texas but have always loved the Florida Gulf Coast beaches. We discovered Destin on a vacation trip about 15 years ago and fell in love with the area. We purchased our second home at Beach Retreat in 2007 and spend as much time here as we can, often bringing our young grand-daughters who love the beach as much as we do.
Property Photos
- Picture yourself relaxing by the shore in the sugar-white sand of Destin. - Destin, Florida Vacation Condo Rental
- Colorful tropical decor of our living room complete with a lovely gulf view. - Destin, Florida Vacation Condo Rental
- White sand and emerald-green water waiting for you just steps from our patio. - Destin, Florida Vacation Condo Rental
- Gorgeous view from our furnished patio! Just a few steps to the beach access.
- Dining room seating for 4. Beautiful mirrored wall adds touch of elegance.
- Master suite includes king bed with entertainment center and full bath.
- Updated, full kitchen with pantry and breakfast bar seating for three.
- Fun bunk room is newly decorated, great for kids, and includes private bath.
- Beautiful 3,000 SF tropical pool with sundeck, BBQ area and fitness center
- Gorgeous ocean view from the living room sofa!
- Our furnished patio is a great place to relax and watch the dolphins!
- The most beautiful sunsets in the world! Photo from our visit last October.
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Comment from Guestbook dated 10-4-08 We have enjoyed your home so much! The location is perfect and so convenient to the beach. The check-in was very easy. The condo was clean and comfortable - I would recommend this greatly over a hotel! Plenty of space for me and my husband & would easily accomodate 2 others. Thank you for your prompt responses to inquiries via VRBO. Thanks!
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Comment entered in guestbook dated 9-7-09 This is our second time staying in your lovely condo. We came for the Memorial Day weekend of '09 as well. Destin is our favorite beach destination and we have stayed in a few different places. We are so glad we found out about your "Retreat". We really like the atmosphere and decorative theme. It really makes it feel like a special get-a-way. Thank you for letting us stay in your condo. We had a wonderful time. The Sherwood Family
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Comment from guestbook dated 10-3-09 Thanks so much for sharing your great condo. It was perfect with a five year old and a two year old. The easy access to beach & pool made things so easy. We hope to be back next fall if not before. Thanks again, Deborah Branden, MS
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8/1/08 - 8/5/08 Thank you so much for allowing us to share your home away from home. It is obvious you have put a lot of time, effort, heart & love into this gorgeous place.
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8/10/08 - 8/14/08 Dear Maury & Nelda, Your condo is awesome & the view & location are too! We had everything we needed for a great time...except the SUN!! But that didn't ruin our vacation. We went to the beach anyway & every now and then the sun would peek out. If it rained, WE WENT SHOPPING!! Lots of great places at The Commons. We also love the mexican food at Pepitos & the pizza at Mellow Mushroom is so good! It was also a nice treat to have tickets included for The Big Kahuna & deep sea fishing. We will definitely try to reserve again next August when we come to Destin. Thank you so much.
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7/12/08 - 7/16/08 We had a great time. The kids loved their bunk beds and the ice cream truck. The walk across the street to the beach was a breeze. We had some sea-weed issues...but the sand still got appropriately distributed among all our clothes. Thanks for letting us stay here!
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6/14/08 - 6/21/08 Great condo! We really enjoyed ourselves! The beach and the pool are wonderful! Hope to be back next year - thanks for sharing your beautiful condo with us!
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6/5/08 - 6/12/08 Many thanks for the use of your beautiful condo. It had many amenities and we didn't want for anything. The pool was clean and very convenient and the gulf was an easy walk also. We have never been to Destin before 'till now. We took a long drive one day miles down both ways to check out other condos available in different areas and we feel like this area has the most to offer and also the nicest to view. The condo is very nice. I hope to enjoy many more visits here in years to come.
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Bart and Suzanne Adams , Montgomery Alabama
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Comment from condo guestbook 10-10-07 We came here to get married on 10-6-07 and spent the remainder of our honeymoon here. We loved the condo and can't wait to go home and decorate our house like it! We loved the white sandy beaches and can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for allowing us to enjoy your condo! The Morgans