Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
33 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
First Floor - Bonus Den
1 Double Sofa Bed
First Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Floor - Guest Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Floor - Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First Floor - Master Bathroom
First Floor - Powder Room
Second Floor - Guest Bathroom
Second Floor - Master Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach
What You Will Love About Always Summer Always Summer is a beautifully updated beach home in Destin’s iconic Crystal Beach neighborhood, offering the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and modern coastal style. With five bedrooms and sleeping space for up to 14 guests, this spacious retreat features two living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and stylish interiors designed for relaxing and reconnecting.
Step outside to your own private backyard oasis. The newly expanded pool deck spans the entire yard and showcases a large custom pool with a sun shelf and a raised hot tub that spills into the water below. Lounge chairs, outdoor dining space, and string lights create an inviting setting for laid-back afternoons and magical evenings.
Inside, the main living area features a plush sectional and wall-mounted TV, while a second living room offers a queen sleeper sofa, recliners, and a cozy spot to unwind. The open kitchen includes white cabinetry, wood countertops, and a spacious dining area with seating for ten. Upstairs and down, each bedroom is comfortably furnished, including two suites with private bathrooms and a cheerful bunk room for younger guests.
What You Will Love About Crystal Beach Always Summer is nestled in Destin’s Crystal Beach neighborhood—a quiet, charming community known for its white picket fences, palm-lined streets, and close proximity to the Gulf. You’re just a short walk from the beach and minutes from Destin Commons, home to boutique shops, restaurants, and a movie theater. Family-friendly attractions, grocery stores, golf, and beachside dining are all nearby, and HarborWalk Village and Baytowne Wharf are just a quick drive away for even more coastal fun.
What You Will Love About Ocean Reef When you stay with Ocean Reef Resorts, you can count on professional hospitality, 24/7 guest support, and a team with over 40 years of experience serving families along the Emerald Coast. Our homes are professionally cleaned, locally managed, and thoughtfully maintained to make your stay as seamless and stress-free as possible. Discover the difference and make memories that bring you back year after year.
First Floor: Living Room with Sectional Sofa (no sleeper), Kitchen, Dining Area, King Bedroom with Walk-In Shower, Bonus Den with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Patio Access, Powder Room, Exterior Laundry Room.
Second Floor: King Bedroom with Private Bath and Balcony Access, Queen Bedroom with Balcony Access, Queen Bedroom with Twin Bunk and Balcony Access, Bunk Room with Twin Bunk, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo.
*Add $75.00 per day to heat private pool & hot tub. (available Oct-April if needed)
*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.
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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
About the neighborhood
Destin
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin. HarborWalk Village 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. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting.
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 11 min walk
El Jalisco Destin - 12 min walk
Miller's Ale House - 11 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 9 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach?
As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach on Sep 5, 2026 start from $599, 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.
Is Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Always Summer – Recently Updated! New Pool, Hot Tub, Walk to the Beach located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beautiful shores again soon.
Such an amazing stay at the Always Summer house! The house was a perfect place for my guests and I to stay. Close walking distance to the beach and restaurants! The perfect house for a great vacation!
Farrell L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 18, 2023
Great news to hear that you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
I highly recommend this property for anyone who wants to enjoy an incredible family vacation. We had three generations under one roof, and it was phenomenal! This is the type of place you want to visit every year.
Lolita B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2023
Awesome! Thank you for your review. We hope to see you back on the beach very soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
We had an amazing stay! This property is spacious and clean, the walk to the beach is very manageable and the check in/out process was by far the easiest we have experienced with any previous properties.
Bernard P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2024
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time here. Thank you for your review and for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Perfect stay for our family. Plenty of room and bathrooms for everyone. Pool is more of a sports pool but big enough to jump in and cool off or play some volleyball. Kitchen is very well stocked. Really enjoyed our stay.
Doug S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2022
Great news to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the beach! We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Benjamin H.
May 24, 2026
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
When we arrived we noticed the dryer knob was broken off. We reported it immediately. They sent maintenance out but it was never fixed or replaced. We had 6 adults and 5 children for 5 nights and NO dryer. Nightmare!! Then we decided to cook dinner there one night. Bought steaks and the grill would not light. Went and bought a propane tank and it still would not work. Had to cook the steaks indoors. House filled with smoke because the vent above the stove did not work. We opened windows but noticed that no smoke alarms went off. Just a very frustrating experience. Cannot recommend this home to anyone.
Benjamin H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 7, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay.
We understand how frustrating it must have been to be without a functioning dryer, especially with a large group and an extended stay. While we appreciate that our maintenance team was able to respond, we regret that the issue was not resolved to your satisfaction during your visit.
We are also sorry to hear about the problems with the grill and the kitchen ventilation. This is not the experience we want our guests to have, and we understand the inconvenience of having to change your dinner plans and deal with smoke inside the home. Additionally, your concerns regarding the smoke alarms are being taken seriously and will be addressed immediately with our maintenance team to ensure all safety systems are functioning properly.
We appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention, as guest feedback helps us identify areas where we need to improve. We regret that your stay did not meet expectations and apologize for the disappointment caused.
We had our adult children and young adult grandchildren to stay with us for the week. Enjoyed the beach but mostly the nice pool. Enjoyed being together. Plan to come back soon
Donnie and Kay P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2022
Fantastic! We are happy knowing you enjoyed your time here on our beautiful shores. Let us know when you are ready to start planning another trip! Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
House was great, location was easy to to access the beach. We weren’t able to use the pool unsure if the heater didn’t work or it’s just not available. Cute room very spacious kids enjoyed their rooms.
Irma I.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 1, 2022
Thank you for staying with us! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the property and your time at the beach. Unfortunately the pool at this home does not have pool heat available. We hope to see you again soon.
We had an amazing time. We had problem with fridge and someone was there within an hour and a new fridge within a couple of hours. Wonderful location!!
Erin K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2022
We are ecstatic knowing you and your family enjoyed your stay. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beach soon! Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Destin is our new favorite place. We had 14 in our family stay and was comfortable for all of us. Location was great and we loved the house and pool. Only improvement needed is appliances, washer was not the best and the stove also. Would definitely return though - thank you!
Patty R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 4, 2021
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. We hope that your travels bring you back to the beautiful shores again soon.
If the weather would have been better our trip would have been much better.
The property was nice. It needed a little painting & TLC on the back lower deck near the outside laundry room. Laundry room could use some work as well. Washer and dryer were great.
Ina M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2023
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. Please let us know if we can assist in any future travel plans you may have.
ALWAYS SUMMER delivered!
The home was spacious and had all the amenities you needed while on vacation!
The pool was clean, the rooms had an abundance of storage, and you had all the pot and pans you needed to feel at home.
The adults were able to enjoy morning coffee on their own bedroom balconies.
Thank you ALWAYS SUMMER for allowing us to use your home to make family memories of our own!
We will definitely be back!
Jenna from Nashville 💕
Jenna G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 24, 2023
Thank you for booking with Ocean Reef! We love to hear about great experiences such as yours. Be sure to contact us when you are ready to return to the beautiful beaches.
We loved our stay at Barracuda- the locations is amazing - so close to the beach and to great shopping/dining. The house was big and had tons of places to hang out. I think the things that would improve the stay would be to add a few more things to the kitchen- a couple of good pots/pans. The non-stick enamel was coming off a lot of them and that is not great for cooking. Also cushions for the outdoor chairs would be amazing- they are super hard and the pool area is a nice place to hang out! Overall great stay- would love to return again.
Kerry W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2024
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. Please let us know if we can assist in any future travel plans you may have.
This place was perfect overall! Ocean Reef was great to work with and very accommodating.
IThe only thing I wish we knew has to do with the beach access and "chair/umbrella" policy. The instructions told us we could not bring our own and that there was ONE company to call for us to rent them. The price was ridiculously expensive. Furthermore, there are public accesses all over that DO allow folks to bring their own.
Julie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2024
Thank you for staying with Ocean Reef Resorts and providing this valuable feedback. Please let us know if we can assist in any future travel plans you may have.
We recently stayed at this crystal beach property. The house is a quick less than two minute walk to the beach. My children ages 9 to 3 had no complaints. The house was larger than we needed. Two families could definitely stay at this property. The pool is shaded so it was cold. However my children did go in it for a short time. The check-in process was very easy. The management company was very responsive. It’s a short walk to Camille’s for food. The area is perfect. Plenty of dining nearby. Would definitely say again. Five stars Easily!
Shara B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 27, 2022
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back to our beautiful shores soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
The property is beautiful. It's a five minute walk or less to the beach. It's a short drive to great restaurants and entertainment for the family.
Unfortunately, we had to spend a lot of time with the management company as the internet service was spotty for the majority of our stay. Dan (management company representative) was apologetic, and spent a lot of time trying to correct the issue, which we appreciated.
There was also a family of bees on the back patio near the pool, which made it impossible to enjoy that portion of the house.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay. Loved the beauty and layout of the house, and would definitely seek booking there again.
Eric C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy the maintenance issues were resolved quickly, and we thank you for your patience and understanding. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and found that the property met your needs. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified
4/10 Poor
delia k.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
always summer
The photos of house are very deceiving! The house needs a lot of work. Back fence falling off, front and back of outside need cleaning and painting, mold and mildew in upstairs bathrooms. Needs more in the way of ice machine and was shocked we had to buy our own propane for grill. Have stayed up and down Destins coast for years and was truly disappointed in this house.
delia k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2023
We apologize for your displeasure with the home. Following your stay, we have done a thorough inspection and are working to have all matters addressed for a more pleasant stay in the future. Should your travels bring you back to the emerald coast please give us a call so we can hand select the perfect property just for you.
Girls trip in April!! My 3 girlfriends and I visited Destin and spent a lot of time researching properties. These photos don’t do it justice. We each had our own bedroom with plenty of room to spare. Most of us had individual bathrooms.
One of the post was misleading because they made it sound like the property was old and outdated. I’m not sure if that was the case when they stayed there and if since the property was updated. But we were beyond pleased with the property.
I stayed in the primary bedroom on the first floor and was loved the master bath… the shower…modern glass… tile and double sinks.
How far to the beach? Only about a seven minute walk. How far to restaurants? Always less than a 10 minute drive unless we went to a fancy restaurant which was less than 20 minutes. We’re already talking about returning with our spouses.
Lisa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2024
Thank you for booking with Ocean Reef! We love to hear about great experiences such as yours. Be sure to contact us when you are ready to return to the beautiful beaches.
Me encantó la y ubicación lo único que si en la limpieza le falta un poco ya que encontramos muchos lugares un poco sucios! Pero de lo demás creo está muy bien suficiente espacio la cocina súper bien equipada con más que lo suficiente!
Mariana H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 27, 2024
Gracias por informarnos sobre estos artículos. Hemos informado estos problemas a nuestro departamento de limpieza y los rectificaremos lo antes posible. Gracias nuevamente por ser nuestro invitado.
We really all were stunned by how beautiful the property was! The pool was the perfect size for us, it was really clean when we arrived, they had fresh linens and towels for us to use, and the body soaps were awesome in my opinion. The house is super close to EVERYTHING in town! I hope to rent this again in the future! We had a great stay!
Matt C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 16, 2022
Thank you for booking with Ocean Reef! We love to hear about great experiences such as yours. Be sure to contact us when you are ready to return to the beautiful beaches.
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