Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful House

Guest: Nancy W.
Date of Stay: 11/19/11 Review Submitted: 12/09/11

The house was as listed. It is even better than the photos. The house was very clean and everything was in place. Dan was wonderful to work with. He answered all my questions before and even those after we had booked the house. He returns calls in a timely manner. The directions and all of the instructions were great. We had no problems at all with finding the house and stores in the area. I would highly recommend the house to family and friends. We hope to go back at some point. The main pool is just across the street. The upper balcony is wonderful to sit and feel the breeze and read a book or nap. Rooms were all a great size and there is plenty of room to move around the house. The beach is nice and clean and just a short walk from the house. There is a nice trail to walk, run or ride your bike along the beach front road. Thank you Dan and Nora for allowing us to rent your beautiful home. Walden Family

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Lovely white sand beach, pool, golf, beautiful house and fun nightlife!

Guest: Juls (Mt. Prospect, Illinois, USA)
Date of Stay: 11/06/11 Review Submitted: 03/10/12

This is a jewel! The white sand beaches are absolutely fantastic! The house has big rooms, is spotless and has a new kitchen which is fully equipped. The house is comfortable, but beautifully decorated in Florida style so you know you are on a sensational vacation! It is located right next to the pool. We are active so we loved jet skiing right next to the dolphins! There are several excellent golf courses, we like Freddie Couples' The Plantation course. We found many excellent restaurants in the area, Marina Cafe has a splendid view and wonderful food, and McGuire's has the best hamburgers. We fully enjoyed the dueling pianos at Howl at the Moon. We found it very easy to book, the owners are prompt and very helpful. We would highly recommend this house to friends.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Home

Guest: Valerie W.
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/22/11

My children and I met my sister, brother-in-law, and (grand)mother in Destin for a week's vacation. The Villa de Capo was wonderful. The home was very clean and looked exactly as shown in photographs on HomeAway. Dan was very accomodating, calling to ensure we arrived safely, offering tips on places to eat, and making sure we had the correct codes for entry to the property and beach area. The house was very well kept and very clean. Updates have been done to the kitchen and most everything you might need to cook is there. The bedrooms were all comfortable and the bathrooms all very clean. The only shortfall was the pull out sofa, but that is typical of pull out sofas. My son didn't seem to mind, but an adult might find it too uncomfortable. The house is a short walk away from the private gated beach and a few steps away from the swimming pool. Other guests in community seemed to be families on vacation and more mature couples. So community is very peaceful and relaxing - no loud music or late night parties (at least on Fall Break). I would definitely recommend Villa de Capo to others. Dan is a great home owner to work with and his property is wonderful. We would rent again if returning to Destin.

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visiting mother from norway

Guest: fonian & jens hetland
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 01/01/12

dear nora and dan, I'm nina's mother from norway.we are so very happy to know that nina and frank are being takeing so great care of ,what a beautiful home,so very well equipted ! it has been a great place for them to live and also for us the grandparents of our grandaughter ane,all the best to you. fonian & jens

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The Boerresen family

Guest: Frank B.
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 08/15/11

We are a family from Norway consisting of two adults and a baby (3 months on arrival). Our family has been taken very good care of by the owner during our stay of nearly 6 months. Information before arrival was good. The property is clean and well maintained. The house has an inviting atmosphere. The staff at Emerald Shores take very good care of the outside areas, both the house and common areas. We have had many visitors from Norway while staying here. At the most we were 8 adults and the baby. This was no problem, but we would not recommend beeing more people than that. The area is quiet with no passing trough traffic. The pool areas is good fun for kids. During our stay the short distance from the house to "Yoga by the Sea" and "Destin Crossfit" have been a big plus. Also the short walk down to the sea has been excellent. We have had a very good stay and will recommend this property to anyone, espacilly families with small children.

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

A Home Away From Home

Guest: SAG375 (United States)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/13/11

One word describes this home, AWESOME!!! The location was very convenient for shopping and eating out with many main attractions within a short distance. The neighborhood was pleasant and great for a morning or afternoon stroll. And, you can't ask for a more beautiful beach front. The Gulf of Mexico is right next door and the water and white sand was beautiful. I would recommend this to anyone.

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

Great holiday get away

Guest: Sandy (Arlington Hts, IL 60005)
Date of Stay: 12/02/10 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

Great escape from the hectic holidays. Beautiful house, great space, super clean and perfect for a girl's weekend. Lots of comfy chairs and spacious kitchen too. Will definitely make it an annual destination.

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

March 2010 Spring break vist

Guest: Patty (Arlington Heights, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/27/10 Review Submitted: 04/10/10

The property was in great condition,we loved the location within steps from the pool and only a short walk to the beach. Photos and description are right on. Kitchen had all the amenities we needed for the few times we ate in. Home is equipped with televisions and VCRs for some evening entertainment. The location is great with nice shopping malls and movie theaters, pleanty of great restaurants near by. I highly reccomend this property for someone looking for a nice family vacation.

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

great vacation spot

Guest: Patty (Arlington Heights, IL)
Date of Stay: 03/21/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/10

My family and I had a great time in Destin for spring break. There's lots to do with the beautiful white beaches, pool, golf courses and tennis courts. I would recommend the area and the house for families with teenagers as well as small children.

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

Great location, steps to pool,short walk to beach

Guest: Russ,Patricia,Julie,Dan,Noreen and Steve
Date of Stay: 03/20/10 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Dan & Nora, Thanks!!your home is in fabulous condition,all the rooms are very comfortable,this is a great location within steps from the pool and only a short walk to the beach.photos and description are right on,kitchen has all the amenties we needed for the few times we ate in.bedrooms are all equipped with t v & vcr/cd for evening enterainment.the location is great with shopping malls and movie theater within a few miles,lots of great family restaurants nearby,I highly recommend this home for a family looking for a nice vacation.

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March 2010 Spring Break Visit

Guest: Russ_Par4 (Chicago, Illinios)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

The property was in great shape. The rooms were all very clean and comfortable for my family. This is a great home located within steps from the pool and only a short walk to the beach. Photos and description are right on. Kitchen had all the amenities we needed for the few times we ate in. Bathrooms were all in great shape. Bedrooms are all equipped with Televeisions and VCRs for some evening entertainment. The location is great with a nice shopping mall with movie theater within 2 miles, plenty of great restaurants nearby, but still in a quiet neighborhood setting. I highly recommend this property for someone looking for a nice family vacation.

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

Great Girl's Weekend!

Guest: Sandy (Arlington Hts, IL 60005)
Date of Stay: 11/05/09 Review Submitted: 04/19/10

This vacation house the best! Immaculate, spacious, and walking distance to the beach. We felt secure in this quiet neighborhood. Everything we needed was provided (towels, coffee maker, dishes, glasses,etc.) and shopping right around the corner. Can't wait to come back!

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

Guest from paris france

Guest: Christine,Philppe,Amelie and Eric.
Date of Stay: 07/31/09 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Dear dan & Nora, we are from paris france and we've been coming to destin for vacation for 20 years.we've spent 2 weeks in your beautful home,it was great !!! we are going to miss it when we arrive back in paris,thank you so much,we really enjoyed our stay in your lovely home,hope to come back soon! take care best regards. p.s. thanks for the great recomendations of the fine restaurants.

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Family from Paris, France

Guest: Christina, Philippe, Amelia, Caroline, and Eric
Date of Stay: 07/31/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

We are Christina, Philippe, Amelia, Caroline, and Eric- We are from Fance and we've been coming to Destin for vacation since 20 years. We've spent 2 weeks in your beautiful house. It was great and we are going to miss it when we will arive in Paris! Thank you, we really enjoyed our stay here. Hope to come back soon! Take care- Best regards. p.s. Thank you for the great restaurants suggestions

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Guest: christine,philippe,amelie and eric
Date of Stay: 07/31/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

We are from France and we've been coming to Destin for vacation for 20 years. We've spent 2 weeks in your beautiful house - It was great and we are going to miss it when we will arrive in Paris! Thank you, we really enjoyed our stay here. Hope to come back soon! Take care- Best Regards. p.s. thanks you for the great recomendations of the fine restaurants.

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Guest: Calvin, Dee, Matt, Heather, Angie, and Ryan
Date of Stay: 07/12/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

Dan and Nora, Thank you for letting us rent your beach home on short notice. This was a restful vacation so much so, our grandson doens't want to go home. Everything is lovely and "homey" comfortable. Thanks again.

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lovely and "homey" comfortable comments

Guest: Calvin,Dee,Matt,Heather,Angie and Ryan
Date of Stay: 07/11/09 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Dan and Nora, thank you for letting us rent your beach home on short notice. this was a restful vacation so much so ,our grandson does not want to go home. everything is lovely and "homey" comfortable,thanks again.

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West Chester, Ohio Family

Guest: Steve,Kim,Mathew,Tucker Elise and Amelia.
Date of Stay: 07/04/09 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Dear Dan and Nora, thank you for the use of your beautiful home for our family vacation.this was our first opportunity to vacation as a family of six since amelia joined us last july.the beaches are amazing,the facilites are fantastic and you home was beyond anything we could have asked for.we hope to return to destin and when we do it will be to your home in emerald shores! blessings to you and your beautiful family. p.s. we are from west chester ohio,go buckeyes!!

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Guest: Steve, Kim, Mathew, Tucker, Elise and Amelia
Date of Stay: 07/12/08 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

Dan and Nora, Thank you for the use of your beautiful home for our family vacation. This was our first opportunity to vacation as a family of six since Amelia joined us last July. The beaches are amazing, the facilities are fantastic and your home was beyond anything we could have asked for. We hope to return to Destin and when we do it will be to your home in Emerald Shores! Blessings to you and your beautiful family. p.s. We are from West Chester Ohio, Go Buckeyes!

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the wills from west chester ohio

Guest: Steve, Kim, Mathew, Tucker, Elise and Amelia
Date of Stay: 07/11/08 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

Thank you for the use of your beautiful home for our family,the beaches are amazing, the facilities are fantastic and your home was beyond anything we could have asked for. we hope to return to Destin and when we do, it will be to your home in Emerald Shores. Blessings to you and your family.

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Melrose family from Weaverville, North Carolina

Guest: Crystal, Allison, Bonnie, Gol, Ernest, Taylor, Tam
Date of Stay: 06/21/08 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

Dear Dan and Nora, Thank you so much for the use of your beautiful home. It has been several years since our last family vacation and this was a great place to spend this long awaited one. The beaches here are the most beautiful one our family has ever seen. None of us are wanting to leave to go back to Weaverville, North Carolina. Thanks!

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