Vacation Rentals by Owner

The Moulton Family

Guest: Melissa M.
Date of Stay: 04/07/12 Review Submitted: 04/24/12

We had the most enjoysble and relaxing stay of our lives at the Mermaid House. It was wonderful as a family of 5 to be able to spread out in the four bedrooms vs a hotel room. The Mermaid house has everything you need it truly is a home away from home. And what a treat to arrive home from a vacation with our laundry all clean!! The beachs were gorgeous - it really feels as if your on a tropical island somewhere. We spent our whole week on the beach in the pool and eating out. We loved all the restaurants right on the beach. There are so many things to do nearby but honestly we were all happy just hanging out. My children ages 10,6, and 4 will always remember this family vacation. We really hope to be able to come back next year.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

We loved the Mermaid House!! July 16th till the 23rd

Guest: Diane F. (Goshen NY)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 07/31/11

This was an amazing vacation, I love Destin and our one year old son loved it!! Having a private pool is a plus and the golf cart was a big help.... Thanks for the many wonderful memories....

Recommended for:Families with young children

Gem of a beach house

Guest: Julia (Rome, Georgis)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 07/06/11

We picked the Mermaid house after staying in the same neighborhood the previous year. It did not dissappoint! The rooms were ideal, the bedding wonderful- and the pool just made our kids week! We really had a wonderful time, and the golf cart made it easy to get the family to the beach when desired! Thanks for having us, we would like to stay here next year!

Owner response:Hi Julia, We really enjoyed having your family at the Mermaid. Hope we spoiled you! We would love to have you again next summer. Go ahead & email Angela & she will reserve the space & we will contact you the first of year. I am from Floyd County Georgia also !! What a small world. We lived in Cave Spring. Please consider the Mermaid House as Your Beach House. Thank you so very much for the kind remarks. Sheila/Owner

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

House house everything for the perfect beach vacation!

Guest: MEK (Knoxville, TN)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11 Review Submitted: 06/20/11

This house has everything you need to please your family. The house has 4 bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, small refrig in the garage and an awesome street legal golf cart that you can use to go back and forth to the beach!! The pool is a nice size and very private. The owner had so many special touches around the house and even had a welcome basket just for our family. We have stayed is so many different size condos and houses in the Destin area over the past 15 years and we highly recommend the Mermaid House!!

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

Guest: Barbara Britt (Lexington, Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 06/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/22/09

This is our first year at the mermaid house but not our last! The house is very close to beach,very clean,and has a quiet neighborhood.Police drive around at night, so we felt safe outside with dogs.I met Sheila, her husband and Brent all were very nice. I have rented at least 5 houses in Destin area, some directly on beach ,this is the BEST. The pool is the largest of all the homes we have stayed at. We will be back next year!

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Guest: Candy Brown (Arlington, TN)
Date of Stay: 01/19/09 Review Submitted: 01/19/09

My husband, two 'grown' daughters, and fat dachshund stayed in the lovely Mermaid House two years ago, we had a wonderful time, would have stayed last year, but our eldest daughter got married, so we have added a son-in-law and another dachshund! and are counting the days until we return this year! Sheila was so sweet and the house is perfect. Looking forward and have the days numbered! Thanks for all you do!

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Guest: Kim Guillory (Destin Florida)
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/01/08

What a great place to hang out-I live in Destin and just wanted a change of scenary-what better beaches than Destin-This place is just like home with extra ammenities-If you have never been here you must try it out- walk to the beach, take the golf cart-stay in and get in your private hot tub and pool-No one to bother you

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Guest: Cindy Noe1 (O'fallon, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/25/08 Review Submitted: 07/24/08

This is our third year at the Mermaid House. And, once again, we loved it! We're already making plans for our return visit next year! We met Sheila this time, and she was wonderful! We had another family with us this year and still had enough room for all! Thanks again!!!

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Guest: Kamaran Bachman (Loveland, OH)
Date of Stay: 07/23/08 Review Submitted: 07/23/08

I don’t know where to start – what was better? Personal welcomes from Brent and Sheila? The location (FABULOUS!)? The neighborhood? The golf cart? The pool? Every last detail, beach toy, chair, piece of furniture, utensil, etc. thought of for us? The homey feel and beautifully decorated house? It was all perfect!! And as I type this, I can’t tell you how many memories come flooding back! Honestly, we absolutely LOVED this home as did my parents and our children. It really was a home away from home for us. We wanted or looked for NOTHING. We didn’t even have to use our beach shovels/toys because everything was already there and it was better! Umbrellas, games, bikes – everything! Even the pillows and beds and towels were luxurious – and I’m very picky about that! Thank you thank you for sharing your home!Rick & Kamaran, Will(6), Andrew(4), Peter, Abby, Katie(16mos) Bachman, Gary & Mary Jeanne Hampton

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/10/08 Review Submitted: 07/10/08

We recently stayed at the Mermaid House and LOVED it ! We had 6 adults and 4 children and had more than enough room for eating, sleeping and playing. Brent was wonderful and was willing to go above and beyond to help us out. I would definitely recommend this home whether you have a small group, or large. If we vacation in the Miramar Beach/Destin area again, we'll be staying at the Mermaid House !

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Guest: Gail Holly (Spring Hill, TN)
Date of Stay: 01/09/08 Review Submitted: 01/09/08

Our family stayed for the first time at the Mermaid House last July 4th week and had the best time ever! We loved it so much that we are staying once again this year. The house is just beautiful and CLEAN!! Shelia made us feel that the house was ours. The pool and hot tub were wonderful.

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Guest: Alex & Kitty Rosa (Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/21/07 Review Submitted: 09/21/07

The Mermaid House is such a beautiful & comfortable place for vacation.So happy we discovered you home. Words cant describe how much fun we had in Destin. Loved the Pool & Hot Tub after a long day at the beach. Brent the property manager was so helpful. We plan to return next year. Thanks so much, Jeff, Penny, Alex, Kitty, Joseph, and The Blanco family.

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Guest: Gina Norman (Dupo, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/05/07 Review Submitted: 06/05/07

What a beautiful place! Wonderful access to the beach, restuarants and shops. The mermaid house felt like home away from home. Shelia the owner was the nicest person too! We will be coming back for sure!

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Guest: Annette Hampton (Franklin, TN)
Date of Stay: 05/03/07 Review Submitted: 05/03/07

WOW! What a great house. My Family had so much fun. The house was so comfortable and decorated very nicely. Brent and Sheila were Super GREAT to work with and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Thanks for such a GREAT stay. We WILL see you again soon. Annette

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Guest: Cindy Noe (O'fallon, IL )
Date of Stay: 08/24/06 Review Submitted: 08/24/06

We stayed at the Mermaid House the third week of July, 2006. Our total number of guests were 7 adults and 4 children. We had a blast and had plenty of room! Everything was in excellent condition and the house was immaculate! We will definitely stay there again! And, a big thanks to Brent for making our stay such a pleasureable one!!!!!

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Guest: Mickey Henley (Manchester, TN)
Date of Stay: 07/30/06 Review Submitted: 07/30/06

We stayed in this home from June 10 thru June 13, my son and new daughter-in-law stayed til the 17th. Your rental was one of the most elegant homes we have ever stayed in while on vacation...and it was a great honeymoon place for the kids after they were married on the 12th. We do thank you for offering such a wonderful place and do hope to beable to stay in one of your homes in October when we return to Destin. Thank you, Mickey Henley

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Guest: Walker Family4 (Monroe, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/03/06 Review Submitted: 07/03/06

My family and my best friends family recently visited the Mermaid House. This house is perfect for families. It is much better than the pictures portray. We are already looking forward to staying next year. Special thanks to Brent.

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Guest: Joe and Deb Papiez (Brentwood TN)
Date of Stay: 10/16/05 Review Submitted: 10/16/05

Have stayed twice. This is the ideal near beach vacation home. Backyard private pool and hottub are wonderful. Golf cart provides easy access to private beach. Allowed a pet dog too old to board. Intresting theme decoration. Had internet access and X-box. Easy access to shopping. We will visit again.

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Guest: Jeanne Pearson (Lake Bluff, IL 60044)
Date of Stay: 08/26/05 Review Submitted: 08/26/05

Hi, My family has vacationed in Destin for years and been in may types of rentals and we have never had such a nice, private, and relaxing time. To be able to bring my Yorkies was terrific! We were spoiled indeed!! Enjoy! The Pearson Family

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Guest: Jay & Cindy Morgan (Tallapoosa, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 08/08/05 Review Submitted: 08/08/05

WOW, The photos of the Mermaid House do not do justice. We spent a week with our best friends & 6 children total.The private pool kept the kids happy, The Hot Tub kept the adults happy in the evening.Anything needed for a great time was provided, beach toys,beach chairs,outdoor grill, Spa robes, picnic supplies, games, & movies galore for kids & adults. Even a golf cart. The home is decorated like no ther "Rental" we have ever visited.Its a true TREAT !

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Guest: b.hilliard (rome georgia)
Date of Stay: 06/25/05 Review Submitted: 06/25/05

we love the Mermaid House. Everything we needed was provided. the home is beautiful, pool is great,golf cart is a plus ! we are booked for next year. thank you so much for making our family vacation a real memory maker.

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