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Gulf Front, 5 BR/4 BA Platinum a+++++ Home Private Homes, Destin Area, Florida Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 30228

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Location: Private Homes, Scenic Gulf Drive Central East, Destin Area, Florida North West, Florida, USA (20 minutes from Airport; walking to Restaurants & Shopping)

Accommodations:  House, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4 Baths (Sleeps 12-14)

Beautifully furnished, five bedroom, four bath home directly on the beautiful white sands and emerald green waters of Miramar Beach in Destin, Florida. This home is immaculate with expensive furnishings, travertine or tile on all floors throughout, granite on all countertops, and top quality finishings. Having all the floors tiled makes it far easier to keep it cleaned and fresh for you. It has high speed & wireless internet service, and other conveniences too numerous to mention. It is a three story home with huge ocean front decks and balconies, gas grill for outdoor cooking and lot's of outdoor furniture for eating, entertaining, or soaking up the sun.

Our home has two master bedrooms on the top floor, each with king size beds. One is gulf front with a large balcony, and the private bath for this bedroom has a jacuzzi and separate shower. There is a 32 in flat screen tv with separate dvd player in this room amd large walk in closet

The other master is street front and you can only see the ocean from the bathroom window. It also has a 32 in flat screen t/v with a separate dvd player. It's private bath has a tub/shower.

The middle level is where the gulf front kitchen and living/dining room areas are located. You have full open views of the ocean from three sliding doors and a huge windows. The sliding doors in the living area open onto the large balcony/decks and outdoor gas grill. The decks on this level have tables and chairs for eating and recliners for sun bathing. The stairs from this balcony lead to the lower very large deck.

The kitchen is not very large but offers all amenities and built'ins. The bar top has 4 bar stools and the dining table seats 8 people. The living area has a queen sleeper, plenty of comfortable seating, and a large screen plasma HD/TV with surround sound, plus a dvd player.

The middle level also has a queen bedroom with a wall mounted 20 inch flat screen tv with built in dvd player. This bedroom is street front with ocean views from the window. It has a private bath with shower only.

There are two gulf front bedrooms on the lowest level which share a jack and jill bath with tub/shower. One bedroom has a queen bed, and the other bedroom has a queen bed plus bunk beds. Each of these rooms have 20 inch wall mounted flat screens with built in dvd players on fully movable mounts. Both bedrooms have sliding doors which open to a very large deck with steps to the beach, and an outdoor shower on a landing for washing off the sand from the beach.

Other amenities include:

A portacrib and highchair.

Two beach umbrellas and four beach chairs set up on your private beach each morning. (We allow guests to use the exquisite pools of a nearby resort condo we own, as well as a private beach club).

Adequate parking for 4 full size cars or suv's. (Most private homes on the beach have parking for 2 cars at best).

You can rent any type of beach equipment, scooters, surfboards, etc., right across the street and walk one block down the beach and go parasailing....Beautiful to see the kites and parasails flying over the beautiful waters from your balconies! The beaches and area are very kid and teen friendly.

The home is within walking distance of wonderful restaurants, and there is a pizza place, sandwich place, ice cream store,etc.as well as a beach store just across the street. There are three places for breakfast within short walking distances. (You will LOVE the Bad Ass Cafe!across the street!) There is no need to get out on the highway for those last minute 'gotta have' beach items! And the convenience store within a few steps is great for picking up bread and milk, etc.

It is also located just two miles away from the famous upscale Silver Sands Outlet Mall. Groceries, drug stores, etc., are less than a mile away. The location is very convenient for every type of shopping and dining desired.

We also own and rent the 4 bedroom 4 bath home next door..listing 24559.....Ideal to rent both for reunions and large get togethers!!! And, you can use the pools from our penthouse listing 30231! The pools are not within walking distance, but you can easily spend a day at the pools and surrounding activities. Please go to listing 30231 for a description of the pools and area.

Our home is redecorated almost every year. It is always freshly painted each winter, and maintained very well.

Note: The virtual tour is not current, but the photos are. I am leaving the virtual tour on vrbo, however to allow you to view more of the home.

Please email me for more information and/or to receive the rental agreement or more information!

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Air Conditioning: 2 zones
    • Washer: separate laundry area
    • Dryer
    • Linens Provided
    • Gas Fireplace
  • Beds
    • King Bed (2) : Dble master suites
    • Queen Bed (3) : 1 Q is in bedroom with bunk beds
    • Bunk Bed
    • Convertible Bed: queen size
    • Crib
  • Entertainment
    • Cable/Satellite TV: on all televisions
    • DVD (6)
    • VCR (2)
    • CD Player
    • Stereo System
    • Jetted Tub in Bath
    • Shared Pool: owner offers use of two pools nearby
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen: Granite on countertops, fully stocked kitchen appliances and tools
    • Cooking Utensils Provided
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Ice Maker
  • Outdoor Features
    • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
    • Balcony (2)
  • View/Location
    • Beachfront: huge gorgeous beach with pure white powdery sand and emerald green waters!
  • Communications
    • Telephone (6)
    • Broadband Internet
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Other Amenities
    • Cable and flat screen t/v's in bedroom and large plasma Hd/tv with surround sound in living room, VCR/DVD's, High speed internet connection, Outdoor gas Grill, Jacuzzi in master bath
  • Suitability
    • No Pets Allowed
    • Kid Friendly
    • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 No rentals for students
    • Smoking Not Allowed: smoking containers located on all exterior balconies
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Golf
    • Tennis
    • Theme Park (Amusement Park)
    • Zoo/Wildlife Park
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Rafting
    • Sailing
    • Boating
    • Waterskiing
    • Parasailing
    • Jet Skiing
    • Shelling
    • Swimming
    • Snorkeling/Diving
    • Surfing
    • Windsurfing
    • Biking
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Hunting
    • Fitness Center/Gym
    • Health/Beauty Spa
    • Racquetball
    • Basketball Court
    • Antiquing
    • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
    • Live Theatre
    • Museums
    • Horseshoes
    • Miniature golf
    • Horseback Riding

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

Personal Currency Assistant

Fall...........08/15/09-10/30/09        $3100 week        $1000 dep
Winter.........10/31/09-02/28/09 $2700 week $1000 dep
Spring.........02/28/09-03/06/09 $3500 week $1000 dep
Spring Break...03/07/09-04/17/09 $4000 week $2000 dep
Spring ....... 04/18/09-05/22/09 $3500 week $1000 dep
Summer.........05/23/09-07/31/09 $6200 week $2000 dep
Late Summer....08/01/09-08/14/09 $3600 week $1000 dep
Subject to 10% tax and $200 cleaning fee and 5% for CC use

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

  • Credit Cards Accepted:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

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Guest Comments (26)

  • 07/01/09
    Positive Rating
    John & Bobbie Molsberry , Indian Shores FL 33785
    • Super week-super accommodations-super location. Ideal for an extended familly of nine. Thanks again for lettinng us stay in your splendid beach quarters! Bobbie & John Bobbie and John
  • 06/26/09
    Positive Rating
    John Nix , Houston, TX
    • We introduced our 2 yr old granddaughter to the ocean and beach and she loved it. The private, uncrowded, sugar white beaches could not have been prettier. Add the beautiful home and you have a wonderful combination for a great family vacation. An additional bonus is Theo's Pizza right across the street....Great pizza and atmosphere.
  • 06/22/09
    Positive Rating
    Steve Gasich , St.Louis, MO.
    • This was our third year in a row staying at the ESSENCE during the Memorial Day Week. As always Bev & John delivered on all expectations and my family had yet another great vacation.
  • 06/15/09
    Positive Rating
    Kim Kleeberg , Mount Juliet, TN
    • The Essence is wonderful! Our family stayed there in May of 2009 and the weather was off the first few days of our vacation - but this beach house definitely made up for it! It is decorated beautifully and it is so close to the water that you could practically throw a rock in from the balconies. All 3 of them! My children loved waking up in the morning and coming into our Master Suite and looking at the ocean out the window while they watched tv in the bed. They loved watching all the dolphins playing in the water. It was very breathtaking! We loved the beach setup everyday and the house is very roomy to accomodate everyone. It also offers 2 other ocean front excellent jack and jill bedrooms with balcony access besides the Master Suite, which was very nice and pleasant. The house was very equipped with everything that we needed. Overall, though, the very best thing about this beach house is it's convenience and proximity to the beach and water. Our family has decided that our vacation at the Essence was our very best vacation yet!
  • 05/11/09
    Positive Rating
    The Vincents , Cleveland, OH
    • We had a wonderful stay in Destin for Spring Break 2009. The house is in the perfect location right on the beach, and the house is very nicely furnished. We enjoyed walking down the steps to the sand each morning (where our umbrella and chairs were already set up for us!) and running across the street to the beach supply store daily. The house is walking distance to restaurants and very close to a grocery store. Bev provided everything you could possibly need - linens, dish soap, bath products. We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning next year.

      Homeowner Response:
      Thank you soooo much for staying with us! You left our home in wonderful shape! Please come back soon!! Bev
  • 03/09/09
    Positive Rating
    Karen Crabtree & Family , Rockwood, Tennessee
    • Bev & John, Our family had the most relaxing vacation. We brought our Mom on a Destin trip and she loved the house, beach and beautiful sunsets. The weather was so warm. Our family shared a wonderful vacation and have great memories and pictures. We hope to come back this year. We thank you so much for sharing your home with us. Thanks again. Karen Crabtree Una Currier, Cathy Smith Johnny & Martha Hall John Jr, Kadra, Katie & Keaton Tony, Kim, Taylor & Caden
  • 08/29/08
    Positive Rating
    Plummer/Parsons family , Houston, Texas
    • Dear Bev & John, A million thanks to you for sharing this wonderful beach home. The online photos DO NOT do it justice! Four generations of my family just spent a week there & I never heard even one complaint. Miracle! We have been coming to Destin the past ten years; only missing one year because of Katrina; & I must tell you we were pleasantly surprised at the abundance of fine furnishings & the ease of care of this beautiful home. We had ages from 3 years all the way up to 85 years & an abundance of cherished memories were made in your 'Essence.' God willing, we will return to the incomparable Destin beaches in 2009 & to your incomparable beach home. May God bless you & yours. The Plummer/Parsons Krewe
  • 08/21/08
    Positive Rating
    Boudreaux Family , Baton Rouge, LA
    • Dear Bev & John, We just spent another great year at The Essence. As expected, we had a wonderful time. Staying in your home with its location right on the beautiful white sandy beach has completely spoiled our family. This is the ultimate vacation because when the adults are tired the kids don’t have to stop. It was such a pleasure sitting on one of the spacious decks in the late afternoon watching them play on the beach as the sun was going down. So much fun - - so many beautiful photos! And of course, your home was as beautiful as we remembered with its gorgeous furnishings. Everyone was so pleased with their own private space spread out over three floors. The living area was very comfortable with plenty of seating that easily accommodated our large family. Another terrific Destin family vacation! We plan to return soon and when we do will absolutely stay at The Essence. We could not find a more perfect home located on such a beautiful beach. Thank you, Bev and John for being so helpful and kind.
  • 08/17/08
    Positive Rating
    Cheryl and Greg Gore , Dallas, Texas
    • Dear Bev and John, We just returned home from a wonderful week in Destin. Our son has just one comment, “Awesome.” The beach views from the balconies were spectacular. It was also great to walk down the deck and to be directly on the beach. Your home was great for our family and extended family. The four kids had their own space down stairs and we had plenty of room on the remaining two levels. The kitchen is well equipped and the extra door on the refrigerator was a big hit. We have decided that a one week stay is not long enough. Our plan is to stay for two weeks next year! Thank you for opening up your home to us.
  • 03/26/08
    Positive Rating
    Jill Amerie , Austin, Tx
    • Dear Bev and John, We just returned from a wonderful Spring Break in Destin. Your home was absolutely perfect for our 2 families. It had everything we needed not to mention was beautifully appointed. The 5 kids had their own space as did the parents. Having 2 master bedrooms on the top floor is perfect! However, since we lost the coin toss for the ocean view room I can't comment on waking up to a beautiful sun rise over the ocean. BUT - I certainly did hear about how gorgeous it was as my friend kept rubbing it in! The accesibility to everything that Destin has to offer was great as well. As if all of this is not enough, we got to watch the dolphins swim by every morning! How fabulous! Thank you again for opening up your home to us and we look forward to going back next year. Have a wonderful 2008. Jill Amerie

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