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Cottage Exterior Gulf view from 3rd floor sundeck. Also beautiful at night. Sweet Dreams in Paradise Cottage Relax in the shade as you grill your fresh catch on the new grilling deck! New updated kitchen! Kitchen & dining view Dining area with beautiful rustic dining table leading to back deck Living room with two sofa beds Master bedroom Master Bedroom Entertainment Console Master Bath Jacuzzi Tub Relax on the newly tiled screened porch off the master bedroom. Second Floor Guest Bedroom Bedroom on bottom floor with flatscreen and private bathroom. Bottom floor bedroom additional photo. Stairwell to Third Floor Enjoy the view from 3rd floor tower w/new daybed & flatscreen and private A/C. All-terrain helper for the kids or beach supplies Community pool New Pavillion at Beach Access Enjoy picnics at the Beach Pavillion

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'Paradise Cottage' is a spacious three-story, cottage-style home located in the heart of Crystal Beach, one of Destin's most popular communities due to its proximity to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Located on a tranquil cul-de-sac the home is just one block from the beach and within walking distance to four major shopping centers including Destin Commons where you will find Bass Pro Shop, Hard Rock Cafe and many other shops and restaurants. In addition several of Destin's finest golf resorts are within a 5 minute drive from the home.

Perfect for a family or a couples' vacation every bedroom has a private bath, flat screen TV with Cable. Relax in the large jacuzzi tub in the Master Bath or take a siesta on the screened porch just off the Master Bedroom. On evenings when you want to dine in there's a large stainless steel gas grill on a shady grilling deck with plenty of cookware and a pantry full of spices and staples to make your meal a bit easier to prepare. The large open floor plan of the kitchen, dining room and living area adds to the enjoyment. As an added bonus, we have updated all of these rooms with new furnishings and accentuated the kitchen with granite, plaster backsplash and a cool coastal paint for the cabinetry including all bathrooms!

Enjoy our newly rennovated Paradise Tower which has added a Twin Day Bed w/ Trundle to the top floor! This room aslo includes a flat screen tv and additional remote A/C unit. Perfect for teens or an extra guest to enjoy the view from the top of Destin! Morning sunbathing, afternoon seabreezes and fabulous evening sunsets make the third floor deck one of the home's main attractions. Enjoy the gulfview as well as views of the surrounding area from this deck as well as the third floor widow's watch which is surrounded by windows and also has cable TV. A front porch swing will help you wind down after a day at the beach.

Cool off in the community pool conveniently located just across the street which is also heated in the spring and fall months.

Stay with us and you will see why 'Paradise Cottage' is truly a vacation home deserving of its name!

Keywords: Beach house,Beach Cottage, Clipper Cove, Crystal Beach, Destin lodging

Property Type

  • 3 story
  • House

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Suitability

          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

            We do not rent our home to groups of young adults under 25 years of age. We do not allow chapperoned groups of students....morecollapse

          • Children Welcome:

            Located in a cul-de-sac neighborhood with sidewalks and no thru traffic. Great for kids on bikes, roller skates, etc....morecollapse

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms

          • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 8-10
          • Bedroom 1
          • 1 king
          • Master Suite
          • Bedroom 2
          • 1 queen
          • 1st floor
          • Bedroom 3
          • 1 queen
          • 2nd floor
          • Den
          • 1 sleep sofa /futon
          • Queen sleeper sofa in main living area
          • Crows Nest
          • 2 twin/ single
          • Twin bed w/Trundle
          • Details:

            King size beds (1) New Tempurpedic Mattress added Feb.2012, Queen size Beds (2) New Mattresses Just Added Feb.2012, Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) Twin Bed with Trundle (1) ...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 3.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • Bathroom 2
          • Bathroom 3
          • Bathroom 4
          • toilet
          • Powder Room off Living Area

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Kitchen:

            Radiant glass cooktop stove, Stainless Steel double sinks, Full size oven, Pantry stocked w/Spices and Staples ...morecollapse

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Large selection of Pots and Pans; Also provide a steamer and fryer....morecollapse

          • Refrigerator:

            Side by side refrigerator with in door ice/water dispenser...morecollapse

          • Dining:

            Full size dining table which seats 8 people...morecollapse

          • Dishes & Utensils:

            Fully stocked with plenty of cookware...morecollapse

          • Ice Maker
          • Toaster
          • Dishwasher
          • Microwave

          Amenities

          • Washing Machine:

            Full size stacked washer and dryer in our laundry room...morecollapse

          • Air Conditioning:

            Central heating and air; Additional a/c in Crows Nest...morecollapse

          • Towels Provided:

            Bath towels provided. Beach towels not provided...morecollapse

          • Clothes Dryer
          • Heating
          • Linens Provided
          • Iron & Board

          Other Amenities

              • Third floor sun deck with gulf views and ocean breezes.

              Entertainment

              • VCR
              • Stereo
              • CD Player

              Communications

              • Broadband Access
              • Wireless Internet

              Pool & Spa

              • Communal Pool:

                Community pool is located just across the street and is heated in spring and fall months....morecollapse

              Outdoor Features

              • Lanai / Gazebo:

                Screened porch with ceiling fans and loungers just off the master bedroom...morecollapse

              • Deck / Patio:

                Outdoor patio area for grilling and wrap around front porch...morecollapse

              • Porch / Veranda:

                Wrap around front porch with swing...morecollapse

              • Outdoor Grill

              Theme

              • Luxury
              • Romantic
              • Family
              • Sports & Activities

              Location & View

              • Ocean View:

                Ocean views from 3rd floor sundeck. Great sunsets too!...morecollapse

              • Water View

              Activities

              • Churches
              • Snorkeling/Diving
              • Parasailing
              • Kayaking
              • Swimming
              • Tennis
              • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
              • Surfing
              • Golf
              • Wind-Surfing
              • Water Skiing
              • Paragliding
              • Roller Blading
              • Sailing
              • Cycling
              • Fishing
              • Pier Fishing
              • Snorkeling
              • Sound/Bay Fishing
              • Jet Skiing
              • Hospital
              • Deepsea Fishing
              • Groceries
              • Medical Services
              • Cinemas
              • Marina
              • Playground
              • Theme Parks
              • Water Parks
              • Restaurants
              • Walking
              • Outlet Shopping
              • Boating
              • Scenic Drives
              • Sight Seeing
              • Antiquing
              • Beachcombing
              • Bird Watching
              • Miniature Golf
              • Wildlife Viewing
              • Shelling
              • Shopping
              • ATM/Bank
              • Fitness Center
              • Fly Fishing

              Other Activities

                  • Details:

                    Gulf Front dining at: Crab Trap, Pompano Joes, 790 On the Gulf @ The Inn at Crystal Beach; BeachWalk @ Henderson Park Inn; Gulf View Dining at: Camille's at Scenic 98/Hutchinson Street; Harbor view dining: Marina Cafe is best + Harbor Docks is great too!...morecollapse

                   

                  Reviews

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                  • Excellent Vacation Home!

                    Excellent Vacation Home!

                    • Guest Northsiders
                    • Date of stay 03/30/13
                    • Review Submitted 04/15/13
                    This home is such an excellent choice for a vacation that we rented it a second time.. Situated on a nice quiet street - perfect for youngsters. The location is superb for access to the beach, shopping and local attractions. The hosts are excellent to deal with - very helpful, courteous, friendly and professional.

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children, adventure seekers.

                    Owner response: You know that when you have guests that choose to return to vacation at your property year after year you must be doing something right. Paradise Cottage has numerous repeat guests each season...some booking a full year ahead of time to make sure they have their "spot". It is hard to beat the location but also the fact that the home is continuously updated and fresh that also makes it appealing even to those that have stayed there before.

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                  • Awesome location + Excellent price = GREAT VACATION

                    Awesome location + Excellent price = GREAT VACATION

                    • Guest Alex
                    • Date of stay 02/15/13
                    • Review Submitted 02/22/13
                    Our stay at this Crystal Beach Home was outstanding! Spacious home for 10 of us; nicely decorated; as we say in the military (a Hop, Skip and a Jump) to the beach and to all the shopping and site-seeing Destin has to offer. My dealing with the property manager was great; superb communication, and extremely helpful. LOVED OUR EXPERIENCE!

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

                    Owner response: I'm always trying to emphasize the positive aspects of the location of this home. No, it's not on the beach, however, it is a very short walk to the beach and you have the gulf views from the tower deck anyway. Additionally the neighborhood is located at the corner of Hwy 293 and Hwy 98 so there are 4 major shopping venues including Destin Commons that are within walking distance of the house with numerous other restaurants also within walking distance such as Camille's. Plus the home is located in a cul-de-sac neighborhood so there is very little traffic which adds to the peace and tranquility of the neighborhood.

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                  • Heaven near the Beach

                    Heaven near the Beach

                    • Guest indiana
                    • Date of stay 12/28/12
                    • Review Submitted 01/17/13
                    My family and I appreciated all the extra's that you have thought of, from the kitchen staples and well stocked cabinets to the high chair and extra towels for a large family. The beautiful house was "white glove test" clean and the kids loved the crow's nest! If we come back to the area we will be booking this house again! Thank you so much for sharing this home with us, we didn't want to leave! (Kids liked it better than Magic Kingdom!!!!)

                    Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.

                    Owner response: We're so glad to hear you enjoyed everything! Paradise Cottage is a perfect family vacation home and now with the new updated bunk area in the crow's nest it makes it even more special for kids. Our cleaning staff continues to impress our guests and they sincerely appreciate when guests take notice of their hard work. Thanks so much for taking the time to post your review. We look forward to having you back soon!

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                  • Perfect location + Stellar Price = BEST VACATION EVER!

                    Perfect location + Stellar Price = BEST VACATION EVER!

                    • Guest Ashley
                    • Date of stay 08/22/12
                    • Review Submitted 08/29/12
                    We stayed at Paradise Cottage August 22-26 for a 30th birthday celebration with family. We could not have asked for a better place. There were 7 of us in total, and we had plenty of room- no one felt crowded and in fact we could have fit a couple more comfortably. I love that each bedroom has it's own bath and there are patio/outdoor lounging spaces galore! The walk to the beach is about 5-8 minutes and the community pool nearby was a great way to end the day. The only negative is that if you are carrying a lot of items to the beach, it is best to drive down to the entrance area with them and parking can be hit or miss, so there were a few times we had to drop our items off and then drive back home and walk back down. However, not the worst thing as the community and the walk to the beach are absolutely beautiful. We kept joking that the neighborhood looked like Wisteria Lane. Each house has it's own personality and is kept immaculately. The homeowner and rental contact were so accommodating and even allowed us for early check in and late check out due to our awkward flight times. We love love LOVED our stay, and will surely be back. Thank you Karen!

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.

                    Owner response: One of the best things about Paradise Cottage is that it is great for family get-togethers or couples vacationing together as everyone has their own space yet there are numerous common areas to gather and enjoy time together both inside and outside. The quaint cottage style community is so inviting and beautiful with all the tropical landscaping and white picket fences that you hardly miss the fact that you aren't staying right on the beach. Plus with the beach only a 5 minute walk from the house you can easily walk over and enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon sunsets. We pride ourselves in tryiing to be as flexible as possible with our guests so as to make their stay as pleasurable and convenient as possible!

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                  • Beautiful house, great location

                    Beautiful house, great location

                    • Guest Dianna
                    • Date of stay 08/04/12
                    • Review Submitted 08/20/12
                    The house was even more wonderful than the pictures! We had a fantastic time. The house was so clean when we arrived. We loved the third floor loft area. Perfect place to let our baby nap in her pack n play and for for the kids to watch tv. The beach was gorgeous and just a short walk. Unfortunately, it rained everyday we were there, but we had a great time hanging out on all of the porch areas waiting for it to clear up so we could go to the beach. Would highly recommend this great house!

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.

                    Owner response: One of the great things about Paradise Cottage is that there are so many areas both inside and out for one to find something fun or relaxing to do even on those unfortunate days when you can't go to the beach. Every bedroom has a TV so everyone can watch their choice of programming. Also with a grilling deck, wrap around porch with swing, 3rd floor deck with gulf views and ocean breezes as well as a screened porch you can always find a comfy spot to relax or read a book. We repeatedly get great reviews on our fantastic cleaning staff who takes great pride in their work!

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                  • Great House in Nice Neighborhood

                    Great House in Nice Neighborhood

                    • Guest Keith
                    • Date of stay 06/16/12
                    • Review Submitted 06/26/12
                    The house was big, beautiful and just as advertised. Its located in the center of Destin and only a few blocks from the beach, which was always very clean. It is a family friendly neighborhood and I highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a spacious, clean place and a quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay there again.

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children.

                    Owner response: The location of Paradise Cottage is one of the best you can get. Being so centrally located to all you might need during your vacation is so convenient and gives you more beach time...less time in traffic! We also have a fantastic cleaning service that takes a lot of pride in their work which is not always easy to find in a resort town!

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                  • Family vacation at Paradise Cottage

                    Family vacation at Paradise Cottage

                    • Guest mike
                    • Date of stay 06/09/12
                    • Review Submitted 06/19/12
                    Our stay was very enjoyable at your lovely home. It was very clean and well maintained. We could not have asked for a better place to stay. Would love to return for future vacation plans. I would recommend this property for anyone wanting to visit the Destin area 100%.

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

                    Owner response: The most repetitive complement we receive on our home is how well it is kept clean and maintained. We have an awesome cleaning service that pays attention to detail so when you rent our home you can rest assured it will be very clean and ready for your arrival!

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                  • Great place to stay!!

                    Great place to stay!!

                    • Guest Am
                    • Date of stay 05/09/12
                    • Review Submitted 05/18/12
                    The house is amazing, inside and out. As soon as we walked in we were all "wowed". The house is super clean, spacious and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. It's a short walk to the community pool or the beach. We were married near the Pompano Street beach access, so the location of the house was perfect! The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. I especially enjoyed the screened in porch off the master bedroom and the sun deck on the third floor. I liked how close the house was to other places of interest in Destin. Everything is nearby! We loved grilling almost every night. We loved the pool/beach toys and chairs that were available for our use there. We had a fabulous time and will definitely be coming back! I also plan on telling my friends about this wonderful place. Thank you for everything!!

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

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                  • New Year's Getaway

                    New Year's Getaway

                    • Guest Prepare to depart
                    • Date of stay 12/30/11
                    • Review Submitted 01/07/12
                    We were more than pleased with this property for our New Year's getaway. We had not been to the Destin area before and Paradise Cottage helped really make our trip special. We had plenty of room and with nice weather the third-story deck was a nice treat. Location is close to shopping and the beach, so very convenient. Our young son enjoyed the large bath in the master bedroom and we had fun making Christmas cookies using the full kitchen. We will definitely return to this property.

                    Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

                    Owner response: The third story deck is my favorite part of the home! Gulf views, morning sun, afternoon shade and early eveing sunsets can't be beat from that point! Convenience is key when you're on vacation and this home is convenient to anything you would need during your stay!

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                  • Great Thanksgiving

                    Great Thanksgiving

                    • Guest Andy
                    • Date of stay 11/23/11
                    • Review Submitted 11/28/11
                    My family and I enjoyed the condo very much. It was very clean and neat. All the bedrooms had their own bathroom and TV. All of the kids and I enjoyed the view from up on the top deck as well as the TV in the loft. It is very close to the beach with about less than a 10 minute walk. I would stay here again. Thanks

                    Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

                    Owner response: Paradise Cottage does have 3 bedroom suites so everyone can have a bit of their own space and there's even a powder foom off the living area for anyone who might want to sleep on the sofa sleeper! Glad you guys had fun!

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                  Spring ........ 3/2 - 5/24:  $240/night  $1565/week
                  Spring Break Rates: 3/30 - 4/12:  $255/night; $1650/week
                  Summer ........ 5/25 - 8/9: $2025/week (No nightly rentals)
                  Late Summer: 8/10 - 9/6:  $255/night $1450/week
                  Fall:  9/7 - 11/30: $175/night; $1275/week
                  Winter:  12/1 - 3/1:  $135/night; $900/week
                  All rates are plus $200.00 Cleaning Fee and 11% Tax
                  $250 Security Deposit Required to Book: Refunded Upon Return
                  

                  Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


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                  Last updated: 05/22/2013
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                  Location

                  • Nearest Airport: N.W. Florida Regional Airport (VPS) at 50 Miles
                  • Nearest Golf: Regatta Bay at 1 Miles
                  • Nearest Restaurant: Camille's; Corner of Scenic 98/Hutchinson St. at Crystal Beach
                   

                  Owner info

                  Year Purchased: 1998

                  About the owner: My husband and I live in Northest Alabama and have been visiting Destin all of our lives. It has been our dream to eventually live here so when we were able to purchase a home here we came a bit closer to making that dream a reality. We own a business in Gadsden Alabama manufacturing scaffolding, skid steer attachments and also manage two rental stores. Our oldest daughter graduated from Auburn University and worked at Sandestin Resort during her internship and decided to stay. Now she has two babies so we are beginning to spend more and more time here. We rent our home mostly during the summer months but spend a lot of time here during the offseason. We look forward to eventually retiring here and making Destin our permanent home.

                  Why the Owner Chose Crystal Beach:
                  Crystal Beach is such a great community for families and family vacations. Our home is located in Clipper Cove which is a circle of homes with no thru streets so even though it is within walking distance to everything it is also very peaceful. Also the beach access is only about 200 yards away and the beach there is never as crowded as other areas in Destin.

                  The Unique Benefits at this House:
                  One of our favorite features of our home is the third floor deck. From there you can catch the ocean breezes while watching the boats go by. It is nice and sunny in the mornings and cool and shady for evening sunsets. Also the cul-de-sac neighborhood of Clipper Cove is great for biking, jogging or just walking and enjoying the scenery.


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                  Photos

                  • Cottage Exterior

                    Cottage Exterior

                  • Sweet Dreams in Paradise Cottage

                    Sweet Dreams in Paradise Cottage

                  • New updated kitchen!

                    New updated kitchen!

                  • Dining area with beautiful rustic dining table leading to back deck

                    Dining area with beautiful rustic dining table leading to back deck

                  • Master bedroom

                    Master bedroom

                  • Master Bath Jacuzzi Tub

                    Master Bath Jacuzzi Tub

                  • Second Floor Guest Bedroom

                    Second Floor Guest Bedroom

                  • Bottom floor bedroom additional photo.

                    Bottom floor bedroom additional photo.

                  • Enjoy the view from 3rd floor tower w/new daybed & flatscreen and private A/C.

                    Enjoy the view from 3rd floor tower w/new daybed & flatscreen and private A/C.

                  • Community pool

                    Community pool

                  • Enjoy picnics at the Beach Pavillion

                    Enjoy picnics at the Beach Pavillion

                  • Gulf view from 3rd floor sundeck. Also beautiful at night.

                    Gulf view from 3rd floor sundeck. Also beautiful at night.

                  • Relax in the shade as you grill your fresh catch on the new grilling deck!

                    Relax in the shade as you grill your fresh catch on the new grilling deck!

                  • Kitchen & dining view

                    Kitchen & dining view

                  • Living room with two sofa beds

                    Living room with two sofa beds

                  • Master Bedroom Entertainment Console

                    Master Bedroom Entertainment Console

                  • Relax on the newly tiled screened porch off the master bedroom.

                    Relax on the newly tiled screened porch off the master bedroom.

                  • Bedroom on bottom floor with flatscreen and private bathroom.

                    Bedroom on bottom floor with flatscreen and private bathroom.

                  • Stairwell to Third Floor

                    Stairwell to Third Floor

                  • All-terrain helper for the kids or beach supplies

                    All-terrain helper for the kids or beach supplies

                  • New Pavillion at Beach Access

                    New Pavillion at Beach Access

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