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A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly!

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A coastal-style house with a covered porch, palm trees, and a white picket fence.
A two-story building with a porch, a sign indicating a garden center, and a number '112' on the wall.
A living room with a dark sofa, a coffee table, a TV, wicker side tables, and a chandelier.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a chandelier, a TV, and a white cabinet with framed pictures.
A dining area with a white table, wicker chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Kitchenique
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kitchenique
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly!

Situated in the charming Frangista Beach community, A Garden Cottage offers a wonderful escape to the Gulf Coast. This home easily accommodates as many as 9 guests, as it has three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. Enjoy being an easy walk to the white, sandy beach for days of playful relaxation.

The architecture and details of the home are reminiscent of Old Florida cottages yet embraces modern conveniences and features. Coastal design, ornate furnishings, and at-home comforts make A Garden Cottage a perfect choice for a Destin, Florida vacation rental. The front and screened-in back porches summon guests to unwind after busy days at the beach. There is even a charming backyard area with a grill and seating so you can enjoy an evening under the stars. The fully equipped kitchen allows you to prepare everything from elaborate dinners to some snacks for a day of fun at the beach. When it’s time for bed, you will also love how comfortable each one of the bedrooms is. Each bedroom also has its own attached bathroom to make unwinding in the evening easier than ever.

A Garden Cottage is also just a few houses down from the community pool with a cabana. Guests here even enjoy access to Frangista Beach’s private beach access in addition to complimentary seasonal beach service. You’ll have a grand time soaking up some sun and enjoying the clear Gulf waters! Shopping, dining, and more entertainment is nearby as well.

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Clean Coverlet Program: This property provides fresh and clean bed linens, including comforters and coverlets, laundered prior to every check-in.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1428656
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Miramar Beach

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Frangista Beach, a neighborhood in Miramar Beach. Destin Commons and Grand Boulevard at Sandestin are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Club LA and LuLu's Destin, FL.. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kitchenique - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Axes & Ice Cream - 2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 3 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Whales Tail - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Surf Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly!?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly! on Nov 10, 2026 start from $414, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly!?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A Garden Cottage | Private Beach + Beach Service + Pet Friendly! located?

Located in Frangista Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitchenique and Miramar Beach. Golf Course At Seascape Resort and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great week at the beach. It’s a beautiful home that’s very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2026
Thank you for sharing this kind feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed your week at the beach and found the home beautiful and clean. We hope to welcome you back for another stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garden Cottage

The house had an excellent location and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Looking Forward to Next Time

The house was great! Homeowner Maggie made sure our stay was more than satisfactory! Would definitely rent again!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Susan. So glad you got quality time with your children. My aim is to ensure my guests have their best possible vacation whilst they're staying in 'A garden Cottage'. Looking forward to seeing you again
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Family vacation

We stayed at this cottage for the second year in a row. Our family loves it and now calls it our vacation home. Everything is perfect. The grandkids never want to leave. It is beautifully maintained and furnishing are perfect. Clean and very welcoming.
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2022
We love a good family vacation, and we are happy to know that you had a great time! Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again next year! Your Southern Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Just returned home from a...

Just returned home from a wonderful week's stay in your beach house. It was beautiful and so comfortable and convenient to everything! We usually stay in a high-rise condo, and decided to try your beach house this time, and we will never go back to the high-rise condos! LOVED STAYING AT YOUR HOME! Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Marsha So glad you enjoyed your stay. I always try to keep my cottage in 5* condition. More upgrades coming in August. Hope to see you again Maggie
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Great cozy cottage

We just stayed in this lovely cottage for our Spring Break trip with our family. It was perfect for the 6 of us, plenty of room, great location and very clean, cute and cozy!! Loved the front porch too!! We were only a few steps from the pool and beach! I can tell the owner takes great pride in the property and was very responsive to our needs(which were minimal). I would highly recommend the property to anyone looking to spend their vacation in Destin. We have been here several times and I truly loved the "neighborhood" feel vs condo.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
So pleased you enjoyed your vacation. I strive to ensure all my guests needs are met and they have a superb time. Come back another time please
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Piece of Heaven

We had a wonderful stay in the Garden Cottage! The cottage is beautifully decorated and clean. There was plenty of room for my husband, four teenage children, and I. It was a short walk to the beach and the free beach service was much appreciated. We also really enjoyed sitting on the front porch in the morning and evening. We stayed in a condo on Fort Walton Beach last year but we all agreed we enjoyed this location better. Thank you for a marvelous vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Hello Ruby Family, We love hearing about good family vacations and we are happy to know that you had a great time! Thank you for your positive review and feedback! We hope to see you again next year! ~Your Southern Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

"Hurry up and book it for next year"

This is our third year to stay at this beautiful cottage. Every year as we are packing to head for home my family says "hurry and book it for next year". We love everything about it. The location so near the beach, the chair and umbrella set up, the nice furnishings, the front porch and the ice cream truck that comes by every afternoon. The owner is so kind and responsive. The management company makes sure it is always spotless upon our arrival and if we have an issue the address it very quickly.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to respond. I value my guests greatly and do my utmost to ensure they have 'the best vacation ever'. I work tirelessly with my local agent to ensure the cottage is in 5* condition. Look forward to seeing you next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

This house was perfect for us! Parking for 3-4 vehicles, perfect location, very functional, and lots of kitchen equipment. However if you don't like blue, you might not enjoy it as much. Everything is blue! Beautiful, but blue. Some beds are super comfortable, one was terrible. I recommend the queen mattress be replaced. Otherwise, I would choose to stay here again. It was a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Thank you for this review Jeanne. We will absolutely check the mattresses and certainly appreciate that feedback. We would love to see you again in the future! Kindest Regards, Your Southern Team
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rex B.

Beach rereat

Wonderful vacation this summer staying in the Garden Cottage!! Beginning from entering the house it was spotless and fresh smelling. The whole house had wveeything we needwd atarting with kitchen being equipped with everything to cook and all bedrooms fresh linens and plenty of towels. The neighborhood was quiet and very well kept along with the swimming pool area. The beach was awesome also woth daily beach service compliments of cottage owner. Cant wait until next summer already secured spot to stay again!!😀
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Rex, so pleased you enjoyed your vacation. I strive to give all my guests all the information about my cottage to ensure they have a great vacation. Communication between guest an owner worked really well. See you next year
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely perfect!

This cottage proved to be everything we could have wished for in our Destin vacation. The property is just wonderful; the interior furnishings are delightful, beds comfortable and there's everything you need in the kitchen. The location is perfect; a quick stroll gets you to the private access to the beach (beach service included) and if you prefer, the pool is just a few strides along the street. The front porch is an ideal place to relax and watch the world go by with a bottle of wine! There's a great choice of restaurants, some within walking distance, many more if you wish to drive. Sunset at Captain Dave's is not to be missed! The Outlet Mall at Silver Sands is worth a trip and there's numerous retail opportunities along 98. The harbour is very busy and anyone interested in fishing would love it, however, there's loads to see and do for everyone. We thoroughly enjoyed the property and fell in love with Destin. Looking forward to a return trip.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Hellen. Thanks for your most welcome review. I try really hard to ensure that ALL my guests have their best ever vacation. Look forward to seeing you and your family visiting in 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

October vacation

We were very impressed by the property. Very clean and well presented. Also a very convenient location close to the beach with private access. A big bonus was the beach setup with chairs and sunshade. Frangista is near the golf courses and there is plenty of restaurants and shopping. This is the best beach we have ever visited.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Thank for your review. We work really hard to keep the cottage pristine So pleased you enjoyed your vacation Ask about my discounts for returning guests next time you visit Destin
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for Us

We (my wife and I) booked A Garden Cottage for January and February 2014. The intent was to enjoy comfortable accommodation while on a getaway from a harsh Canadian winter. The house met or exceeded our expectations in every way. Our bedroom was equipped with upscale furnishings and top quality bedding. Bathrooms were bright and spacious. The living room boasted 3 plush sofas which proved perfect for reading, napping and TV. Being there for 2 months, we cooked many meals. I especially appreciated the well equipped kitchen - all the pots and pans you would need, lots of cutlery, plenty of counter space and list of light. Plus, in the dining area, a big, solid dining table with sturdy, comfortable chairs. The entire living and dining area is surrounded by windows looking out to the yard and street, making for a pleasant, bright space. Rental included the use of 4 bikes, which we used frequently on the several mile long beachfront bike path. We also made good use of the barbecue grill, something that is not always available at other Destin area rentals. Frangista is a pleasant, quiet neighbourhood, one block back from Scenic Gulf Drive and the beach. We look forward to coming back next winter.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Thank you for your most courteous and kind comments. I value feedback and work very hard to make sure that all my guests needs are met. See you next year
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gardener's Cottage

Just returned from 5 nights at this great beach house. What a great find! So cozy and clean. Definitely one of our most relaxing and enjoyable stays in Destin. I hope we can come again-Leslie Nannis
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Leslie Thank your for your wonderful comments, I strive to keep my cottage 5* and employ an independent inspetor to walk through when I am not in Destin. Keep me in your favourites

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