Location: Empress, Scenic Gulf Drive Central East, Destin Area, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Between Majestic Sun and Seacape in Destin, Florida) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Winter Special: $650 a week from October 19th to February 20th.
Breathtaking views from this 11th-floor, three-bedroom/three-bath condominium. Located directly adjacent to Majestic Sun and Seascape.
I am also open to doing vacation swap-outs with other properties and/or trades for services/items of value.
Please do not ask me to lower my rate any more than it already is. If you do the math, you're getting a million dollar condo for less than $115 a night. That's more than what a hotel room rents for in Destin. If you find a lower rate on a COMPARABLE unit, please send me a way to verify it and I'll consider matching it.
My unit features:
* Gated entry
* Covered parking spot right off elevator
* Front door is immediately to left as you step into covered entry. (Unlike other condos in Destin, you do not have to walk outside once you step off of the elevator at the Empress.)
* Beautiful beach-to-bay views.
* Two large balconies- one that overlooks the pool, lake and bay and one that overlooks the beach.
* Unit is designed with no walls between the balconies so you can enjoy both views at once.
* 3 bedrooms each with private full bath.
* 2 of the bedrooms face beach with balcony access.
* Third bedroom has a queen-size bed and huge picture windows overlooking the pool,lake and bay.
* Self-inflating premium queen size air bed for additional sleeping capacity
* All bedrooms have TVs
* 2 living rooms each with their own TV's; one that looks out over the beach and one that looks out over the bay. Beach side living room has new Sony LCD TV and Sony Blu Ray DVD
* Custom stereo system with speakers on balcony and all bedrooms
* Electric grill for outdoor cooking
* Beach is steps away with chairs, umbrellas, sailboats and waverunners available to rent.
* Google Earth 1276 Scenic Gulf Drive in Miramar Beach, Florida to see how close to the water we really are!
* Whale's Tail Restaurant and Beach Bar is right on beach
* Concierge service available at no charge for restaurant reservations and VIP treatment at nightclubs
Please call at any time with any questions that you may have.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: High end LG with steam feature
- Dryer: High end LG with steam feature
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking: Parking spot located right next to elevator
- Elevator: Lets you out right at your front door
- Beds
- King Bed: There is a king bed in one of the bedrooms that faces the beach in the 3-bedroom configuration
- Queen Bed: There is a queen bed in the bedroom that faces the beach in the 2-bedroom configuration
- Convertible Bed: There is a self-inflating premium queen size air bed
- Murphy Bed: There is a custom-built wall unit in the bedroom that looks out over the bay and lake that contains a queen bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: There are two TV's with DVD players and stereo in both living rooms. Beach side living room has new Sony LCD and Sony Blu Ray DVD
- DVD (2)
- VCR (3)
- CD Player (2)
- Stereo System (2)
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Available in 3-bedroom configuration only
- Shared Hot Tub
- Shared Pool: Quiet pool that looks out over lake.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Electric grill on private balcony facing out over lake
- Balcony (2) : Large private balcony facing beach and large private balcony facing lake and bay.
- View/Location
- Beachfront: The only obstacle between the Empress and the beach is a two-lane beach road. There are no buildings located directly on the beach where the Empress is so there are no visual obstructions whatsoever.
- Beach View: The only obstacle between the Empress and the beach is a two-lane beach road. There are no buildings located directly on the beach where the Empress is so there are no visual obstructions whatsoever.
- Lakefront: The Empress abuts Lake Stewart to the north and has beautiful lake views from the north side of the unit.
- Golf Course View: North part of the unit overlooks Seascape's 18-hole golf course
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free WiFi
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter Special until Feb 20th: $650 a week!
Feb 20, 2010 - Sep 30, 2010 .. $1999/week
Oct 10, 2010 - Feb 20, 2011 .. $650/week or $2100/month
* All rentals subject to 11% tax
* Cleaing fee is $150
* No smoking and no pets
* Minimum age to rent is 25. We verify age at check-in
* Payments via credit card accepted through Pay Pal only
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Look! $650/Week Winter Special at Empress 11th Floor 3BR / 3BA
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Empress
There is a great beach bar and restaurant, the Whale's Tail, located directly on the beach and adjacent to the unit and the views from all rooms are incredible.
Whale's Tail restaurant & beach bar located directly on the beach and right next door to the condo. Enjoy watching dolphin play in the morning while you have breakfast. Full lunch and dinner menu.
Renting at Ariel Dunes? The beach is over 300 yards from Ariel Dunes I and over 400 yards from Ariel Dunes II. That's over 4 football fields back and forth each day to the beach!
Largest upscale factory outlet mall in the South. Coach, Polo, Cole Haan, etc. www.silversandsoutlet.com
Vin'tij is a superb wine bar & restaurant. Wines priced at regular retail- not restaurant prices. Retail wine shop inside. 10859 US Hwy 98 Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850-650-9820 www.vintij.com
Located directly on the beach serving lunch and dinner seven days a week with full bar 2237 Scenic Gulf Highway Miramar Beach, Florida 32550 850-837-2224 www.pompano-joes.com
Open 7 days a week full service car wash 11225 US Highway 98 W Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850) 654-9998
Winn Dixie full service grocery & liquor store. Also Movie Gallery, Buster's seafood restaurant, and CVS Pharmacy (35 Poinciana Blvd, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850-837-3999)
Excellent fresh seafood. They have all sizes of shrimp and will steam them while you wait. Try their Key lime pie, smoked tuna dip, & gumbo. 130 Scenic Gulf Dr # 2 Destin, FL 32550 (850) 654-2611
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, FL 32550 850-267-8000 sandestin.com
Located directly on the beach and serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week with full bar 3500 Scenic Highway 98 Destin, FL 32541 850) 654-2722 www.crabtrapdestin.com
Inside Surfside Resort on 2nd floor overlooking beach serving sandwiches and drinks poolside and dinner seven days a week starting at 3pm. 1096 Scenic Gulf Dr Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850) 269-1242 w
Serving lunch & dinner 7 days week inside ground floor of Ariel Dunes I. Also a coffee and ice cream shop. 112 Seascape Dr # 112-1 Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850) 424-3574 www.cabanacafedestin.com
Shopping center with movie theater. Bass Pro, Hard Rock Cafe, Panera Bread, etc. 4300 Legendary Dr # 200 Destin, FL 32541 850) 337-8700 www.destincommons.com
Publix grocery store, Old Navy, and Kohl's Bonefish Restaurant 4447 Commons Dr E # 105 Destin, FL 32541 850) 650-3161 www.bonefishgrill.com
Super WalMart with grocery store and tire/lube center 15017 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, FL 32541 850) 650-0356
My favorite steakhouse in Destin 15000 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, FL 32541 850) 337-5108 www.ruthscrhisdestin.com
Acme Oyster House, Hammerhead's, Marlin Grill, RumRunners Dueling Piano Bar, Fat Tuesday's,& specialty shops 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy Miramar Beach, FL 32550 850-267-8000 www.baytownewharf.com
World famous McGuire's Irish Pub of Pensacola has a location in Destin. Kiss the moose, post a dollar, and drink. 33 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541 (850) 650-0000 www.mcguiresirishpub.com
Just like original Commanders in New Orleans- with better view. Great Sun brunch. Inside Emerald Grande. 34 Harbor Blvd Destin, FL 32541 www.commanderspalace.com or www.emeraldgrande.com
Fun place to drink and watch the boats come in. 116 Highway 98 East Destin, Florida 32541 850-837-1913 www.ajs-destin.com
Excellent seafood and sushi (Same owner as Camilles) 538 Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541 (850) 837-2506 www.harbordocks.com
1007 US Highway 98 E Destin, FL 32541 850) 837-4061 www.bigkahunas.com
One of my favorite places to get good seafood and great sushi (same owner as Harbor Docks) 2931 Scenic Highway 98 Destin, FL 32541 850) 337-8860 www.destinbeachsideinn.com
Owner's Map of Empress
I was born and raised in the Destin area and can assist you in planning your vacation at no additional charge if you rent my unit.
Property Photos
- This gorgeous view awaits you on the front balcony - Destin Condo
- View from beachfront balcony. 6 bar height stools with outside dining table - Destin Condo
- View from the rear balcony of bay, lake and pool - Destin Condo
- View of the beach from the master bedroom
- View of the beach from the first guest bedroom
- Lakeview bedroom
- View of the bay, lake and pool from the second guest bedroom
- Quiet, uncrowded, lakeside pool and jacuzzi
- Complete kitchen (it has a beach view too!)
- View from beachfront balcony looking back through condo towards lakeside balcony
- Beachfront living room
- Brand new front-loading LG washer and dryer with steam cycle
- Lakeside living room
- Whales Tail Restaurant
- Coastline view to the west from the beachside balcony
- Coastline view to the east from the beachfront balcony
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #88031
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