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Maravilla by the Sea with beautiful white beaches

Maravilla by the Sea with beautiful white beaches Welcome to our private 2.5 acre beach Master Suite with Balcony and Gulf View Living Room Guest Bedroom Great Place to Watch People! Walk to lunch, dinner or just drinks at Pompano Joe's Head over to Harbor Walk in Destin for good food and fun! Balcony view. Dining area. Fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer.

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Last updated: 05/15/2013
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  • Minimum stay:N/A
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

LOTS OF SUGAR-WHITE SAND AND THE WIDEST BEACH AROUND! Welcome to Maravilla, a private, gated community of condominiums, cottages, and estates centrally located on Scenic Gulf Drive! It provides all the conveniences necessary to make your vacation one to remember. The two-and-one-half acre, private, sugar-white beach is just steps from the condominium. It is just a short drive to shop at the malls of Destin Commons, Grande Boulevard or Silver Sands Outlet. Maravilla is within walking distance to popular Pompano Joe's, Kenny D's, The Crab Trap, and Captain Dave's restaurants.

There are also two pools (one seasonally heated), a Jacuzzi, exercise room, barbecue grills, two tennis courts, basketball court, shuffleboard, and clubhouse for all your family gatherings. Complimentary Wireless Internet and Beach Service (Umbrella/Two Chairs) available for your use (seasonal Mar-Oct).

Keywords: Condominium

Property Type

      • Condo

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Meals

              • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

              Suitability

              • Non Smoking Only
              • Pets Considered

              Bedrooms

              • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, Beds for 7
              • Bedroom 1
              • Bedroom 2
              • Convertible bed(s)
              • Details:

                King size beds (1) Master Bedroom with Balcony Door and private bath., Queen size Beds (2) Guest Bedroom (bathroom just outside door)
 Queen Sofa Sleeper in Living Room, Twin or Single Beds (1) Twin Loveseat Sleeper in Living Room, Baby Cribs (1) Pack-N-Play available upon request....morecollapse

              Bathrooms

              • 2.0 Bathrooms
              • Bathroom 1
              • Bathroom 2

              Kitchen & Dining

              • Ice Maker
              • Cooking Utensils
              • Dishwasher
              • Refrigerator
              • Microwave

              Amenities

              • Air Conditioning
              • Linens Provided
              • Washing Machine
              • Clothes Dryer
              • Parking Off Street

              Other Amenities

                  • Details:

                    Free Wireless Internet, DVDs, Complimentary Beach Service (Umbrella+2 chairs); additional small beach umbrella and beach chairs (owner owned) in the condo for your use....morecollapse

                  Entertainment

                  • DVD Player
                  • VCR
                  • Shared Hot Tub

                  Communications

                  • Broadband Access:

                    Wireless Internet available. But also have cable stored in cabinet below breakfast bar; plug on wall behind dining room table for printer, etc....morecollapse

                  • Wireless Internet:

                    Wireless Internet Available. Password available upon check-in....morecollapse

                  Pool & Spa

                      • Communal Pool:

                        (2) Back Pool Heated Front Pool across from Beach...morecollapse

                      Outdoor Features

                      • Outdoor Grill
                      • Balcony

                      Location & View

                          Activities

                          • Restaurants
                          • Jet Skiing
                          • Swimming
                          • Golf
                          • Sailing
                          • Surfing
                          • Water Skiing
                          • Basketball Court
                          • Cycling
                          • Kayaking
                          • Snorkeling/Diving
                          • Fishing
                          • Wind-Surfing
                          • Fitness Center
                          • Boating
                          • Shuffleboard
                          • Shopping
                          • Miniature Golf
                          • Cinemas
                          • Theme Parks
                          • Tennis
                          • Parasailing
                           

                          Reviews

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                          • Relaxing and close to everything!

                            Relaxing and close to everything!

                            • Guest Steve D.
                            • Date of stay 12/22/12
                            • Review Submitted 01/01/13
                            Perfect location for a relaxing vacation on the beach! Enjoyed being close to restaurants, shops, and the white sandy beach!

                            Owner response: Steve, Thanks for a wonderful review! So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at Maravilla. Please keep us in mind when you plan your next vacation to the beach! Regards, Barb

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Nice but be careful

                            Nice but be careful

                            • Guest John H.
                            • Date of stay 10/04/12
                            • Review Submitted 10/11/12
                            Nice condo, owner was very good helping with the reservation. The condo was very clean and had several beach items including chairs and rafts that made the trip more enjoyable. The kitchen had everything to prepare meals even though we didn’t actually prepare any. We did have one big problem after we left, I received a notification from the owner asking if I accidentally took home two designer pillows by mistake(cleaning crew told owner pillows were missing). I took this that I was being accused of stealing the pillows. The owner checked the condo and found the pillows(the previous renter had stuck them behind the headboard), no real apology was made but I was than accused of having a dog that soiled the carpet, I informed the owner that I didn’t even own a dog and we did not have any pet or dog with us. I did get my damage deposit back after this was taken care. I would recommend that any person renting this condo or other to treat it like a car rental, demand a list of items that the owner and cleaning crew check for and look over the condo for any damage, including carpet stains and damage to furniture. If the previous renter would have stolen these pillows, I would have been required to compensate the owner.

                            Owner response: John, I'm sorry you experienced this. It was truly not my intent for you to feel this way. Both issues helped me confirm whether the cleaning crew had done their job correctly. Obviously, they had not. They overlooked the missing pillow and the pet stain from the prevous renter. I have talked to them to make sure this doesn't happen again. This is the first negative review I have ever received and I take it very seriously. I hope you will consider using my condo again the next time you visit Destin. Regards, Barb

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Long Labor day Getaway

                            Long Labor day Getaway

                            • Guest Liz
                            • Date of stay 08/30/12
                            • Review Submitted 09/05/12
                            This is our third time staying at this beautiful condo. We came on the heels of Hurricane Isaac and were so relieved that we didn't have to cancel our trip. Barbara was wonderful and kept us very informed of the conditions. As with previous stays, we found the condo lovely,cozy, and perfect for our family of 4 (plus our little dog, Mollie). The beach is the central point of course, but we love to shop at the outlets and visit Harborwalk Village. Everything was great! Thank you Barb!

                            Recommended for: Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, pet owners, families with young children.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Vacation

                            Vacation

                            • Guest Sherail C.
                            • Date of stay 08/15/12
                            • Review Submitted 08/28/12
                            I had a Great time!!!! We haven't been on vacation in 14 years and loved every minute of it... The condo was perfect! Lots of room and it provided everything we needed and more! All we needed was clothes and food... Barb was great and provided lots of extras like everything you could need for going to the beach and everything for your kitchen needs... I will be back... Thanks for such a care free time we Loved it!!!!

                            Owner response: So glad you enjoyed your stay. Please call again!

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Beach 2012

                            Beach 2012

                            • Guest Beach Life
                            • Date of stay 06/16/12
                            • Review Submitted 06/26/12
                            Excellent place to stay! This is our 4th time. Great for the whole family including the family pets!

                            Recommended for: Girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners, families with young children, age 55+.

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                          • Great Property!

                            Great Property!

                            • Guest Keir S.
                            • Date of stay 05/11/12
                            • Review Submitted 05/21/12
                            This being the first time I used HomeAway to plan a vacation meant I was a little skeptical if the property I booked would live up to it's listing... With that said, if all the properties on HomeAway are like this one then we are all in good hands. This condo was exactly as advertised and possibly even better. I took my mother to Destin for her 60th birthday and Mothers Day and she is already making plans to stay at this property again next year. Between the easy access to the beach, cleanliness, location in regards to shops/restaurants/grocery stores and the friendliness of others around, it's an ideal property for couples and families alike. The property owner was attentive and easy to work with even though I'm all the way in Texas. On top of that, our deposit was returned in a timely manner after our visit. We will definitely be back!

                            Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Perfect Getaway Spot

                            Perfect Getaway Spot

                            • Guest Keir S.
                            • Date of stay 05/11/12
                            • Review Submitted 05/21/12
                            This being the first time I used HomeAway to plan a vacation meant I was a little skeptical if the property I booked would live up to it's listing... With that said, if all the properties on HomeAway are like this one then we are all in good hands. This condo was exactly as advertised and possibly even better. I took my mother to Destin for her 60th birthday and Mothers Day and she is already making plans to stay at this property again next year. Between the easy access to the beach, cleanliness, location in regards to shops/restaurants/grocery stores and the friendliness of others around, it's an ideal property for couples and families alike. The property owner was attentive and easy to work with even though I'm all the way in Texas. On top of that, our deposit was returned in a timely manner after our visit. We will definitely be back!

                            Owner response: So glad you and your mother had a nice time at Maravilla! Look forward to hearing from you in the future.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Great Time at the Beach!

                            Great Time at the Beach!

                            • Guest Bonnie R.
                            • Date of stay 09/03/11
                            • Review Submitted 09/14/11
                            Well we started off with tropical storm Erin for the first two days which really didn't matter we was at the beach. The waves were amazing due to the storm, something we hadn't experienced on other trips to the beach. The condo was exceptional and had everything we needed, including dish liquid and laundry soap which we have never had at other condos we've rented. This was a pet friendly unit which was great, our Snickers loved being able to travel with us. We also enjoyed the beach chairs and umbrella what a great idea to include in the rental of the unit. When we go back to the beach we will most likely rent this same unit it was a great time. Thanks Barb for sharing your condo with us.

                            Recommended for: Girls getaway, pet owners, families with young children, age 55+.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                          • Great unit for the $$$

                            Great unit for the $$$

                            • Guest Buchanan's
                            • Date of stay 08/27/11
                            • Review Submitted 09/03/11
                            This is my family's second time staying at this unit. Both times Barb has been such a gem in the reservation process and following. She is very understanding and will work with you. I cannot tell you how much we enjoyed the beach, with the umbrella and chairs included in the weeks rental. We really like the fact that we were in walking distance to our favorite restaurant, Pompano Joe's. :-) I highly recommend this unit not only for the price, but also the fact the owner is very easy to work with.

                            Recommended for: Sightseeing, pet owners, families with young children.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                          • Perfect!

                            Perfect!

                            • Guest Shelbie
                            • Date of stay 07/19/10
                            • Review Submitted 02/15/11
                            We were more than pleased with this condo upon our arrival from Houston last summer! The condo was clean and well-appointed. Even better, there was a washer and dryer in the unit as well! Also, our furry friend loved being able to hang out on the balcony and enjoy the fresh air. Barbara kept us updated regarding the oil spill and was so easy to work with regarding our reservation. We're heading back to Destin this summer and have every intention of staying here again.

                            Recommended for: Pet owners.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                           
                          Nov - Mar 9         $85/night    $500/week   $1500/month  
                          Dec 21 - Jan 2     $100/night   $600/week    Holiday Special
                          Mar 9 - Apr 30, 2013    $185/night   $1086/week   Spring Break
                          May 1 - 24, 2013         $145/night    $850/week   Off Season Special
                          May 25 - 31, 2013     $245/night   $1415/week   Memorial Day/Summer Kick-Off
                          Jun 1 - Aug 9, 2013   $235/night   $1390/week   Summer Peak/Jul 4th $255nt/$1440wk
                          Aug 11 - Oct 31    $145/night    $845/week   Fall/Labor Day $155nt/$950wk
                          (Add 12% tax, $80 cleaning fee and $250 refundable damage deposit)
                          

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                          Last updated: 05/15/2013
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                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 2005

                          About the owner: Recently retired and moved to Destin.

                          Why the Owner Chose Maravilla:
                          We have the most beautiful beaches in the world!

                          The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
                          We are pet friendly. You can walk to a great local beach restaurant - PopanoJoe's. Matt, our beach service guy andf his crew are very friendly and will set you up with chairs and umbrella for the week!


                          Contact us

                          • Primary: (256) 679-7961 (Alabama, USA)

                           

                          Photos

                          • Maravilla by the Sea with beautiful white beaches

                            Maravilla by the Sea with beautiful white beaches

                          • Master Suite with Balcony and Gulf View

                            Master Suite with Balcony and Gulf View

                          • Guest Bedroom

                            Guest Bedroom

                          • Walk to lunch, dinner or just drinks at Pompano Joe's

                            Walk to lunch, dinner or just drinks at Pompano Joe's

                          • Balcony view.

                            Balcony view.

                          • Fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer.

                            Fully equipped kitchen with washer/dryer.

                          • Welcome to our private 2.5 acre beach

                            Welcome to our private 2.5 acre beach

                          • Living Room

                            Living Room

                          • Great Place to Watch People!

                            Great Place to Watch People!

                          • Head over to Harbor Walk in Destin for good food and fun!

                            Head over to Harbor Walk in Destin for good food and fun!

                          • Dining area.

                            Dining area.

                          Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #66737

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                          Date last modified - Monday, March 18, 2013

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                          2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 7


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