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Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool.

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Gorgeous 300 ft private beach
Southbay's gorgeous beach! 200 yards (3 minute walk) from condo.
Pool and kiddie pool
Exterior
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

2 Twin Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bath

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool.

Townhome condo located at SOUTHBAY BY THE GULF - Beachfront community in the heart of Destin.
My condo is #79. Gulf side of lake. -Short 3 minute (200 yard) walk to beach. 1 minute walk to pool. (no view of beach from condo).
-Umbrella/2-chair set-up on beach included (March 1-Oct 31 weather permitting).
-Individually owned/managed- deal with the owner, Patrick McCaghren, avoiding management company fees.
-Pool heated February 1 thru spring break (mid-April)
-14 acre private family oriented, beach front resort
-Located in gated, beach-side section of resort, south of private lake
-Close to restaurants, supermarkets, shopping, fishing out of Destin Harbor, numerous golf courses
-3 minute walk to private beach thru the property ... no crossing of streets to get there
Very peaceful and quiet - no Hwy 98 road noise
-Hi speed WIFI
-Two story townhome - drive up to front door - no high-rise elevator hassle!
-Living/dining/kitchen/half bath/laundry/patio on main level
-Large brick patio with charcoal grill and private back view
-Front and rear hoses for sand rinsing
-Living room with 57" ROKU streaming TV with soundbar
-Two twin-size sofas in Living room to sleep 7th and 8th guests (new 2025).
-Fully equipped Kitchen with refrigerator/icemaker. electric smooth-top range, Bosch dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, blender, standard drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, French press, coffee grinder, "Whirley Top" popcorn maker, griddle
-Master bedroom (queen size bed - with private bath on upper level
-2nd bedroom (queen size bed - with shared bath on upper level
-3rd bedroom (twin beds - with shared bath on upper level)
-ROKU streaming TVs in all bedrooms
-Owner's personal vacation home
-1,289 sf
-Five acre fresh-water lake on property (Stocked with bass and brim - catch and release fishing)
-Condo (#79) located between lake and beach
-Short walk to the private beach, pool and tennis courts
-Setup of one umbrella and two chairs included. (Additional beach chairs/umbrellas available for rent.)
-Pool is typically heated the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Also heated from February 1 thru Spring Break, around Mid-April.

HOUSE RULES
Everyone in your party should be over 25 or be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 25. This is a family oriented resort not appropriate for spring breakers.
-No pets, no smoking. Pet and smoke free.
-Check-in after 4 PM. Check-out before 10 AM.
NO TENTS ALLOWED ON THE BEACH AT SOUTHBAY

Keywords: condo, townhome, townhouse, beach, pool pool
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rate quoted is for six guests. 7th and 8th guests are $10/night additional each.
Two parking spaces in front of condo. No trailers/boats on property - short term rental spaces available nearby

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Destin, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Destin Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. ?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. on Apr 26, 2026 start from $379, 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 Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. 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 Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. located?

Located in Destin, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within a 15-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 335 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a really nice and clean space… perfect for three co-workers who were there on business.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doug Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Condo well supplied. Close to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Host was outstanding with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed my visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location! Clean townhouse, very comfortable with all the amenities one will need for a nice stay. Our host was great with directions and any questions we had. Definitely recommend this location and host!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to beach, nice quiet location. Close to anything you would need in Destin. Patrick was a great host, supplied all necessary details.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was clean, the owner gave great advice on places to eat. The beach was in walking distance and that was a huge plus. We will try to book this same condo again. A
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was nice being so close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to make meals including an air fryer! Interior matched photos and was very clean. Beds were comfortable. It was convenient to all shoppkng and restaurants and a very short walk to the beach thru the parking lot. Loved the chair options on the private beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark H.

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

Stay in Destin

Nice relaxing vacation
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is yhe third year we have stayed at this condo and it never disappoints. The location is great and is a short 2-3 minute walk till you are on white beaches looking at the gulf and relaxing and the owner is great to reserve from and work with. We have never left without already talking about next year. Will continue to reserve this condo!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Had a good time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jana c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location, and comfortable beds!

We enjoyed our get away so much, the kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals. The beds were phenomenal, all 5 of us noticed how great the beds were!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

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

Amazing Place with Great Amenities

We absolutely loved the place. It was safe, convenient, and beach access! Patrick was a great host and was very communicative. The place was clean and close to lots of places to eat. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great stay

Overall clean and organized property. Very conveniently located by pool and beach access. Owner was extremely communicative and easy to reach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DM W.

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

Perfect Get-Away Location

Thank You, the unit had everything we needed and more for a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

Anniversary

It was a short stay but a nice one. We had everything we needed. Beach was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes B.

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

Townhouse Condo - Southbay

Great location and everything was as advertised. Patrick made the process extremely simple and easy! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beach was great! Location is perfect. Taylor, the beach attendance, very nice and accommodating. Owner, Patrick, very easy to work with, great communication. Condo is dated, but that was not reason for three star. We communicated some house cleaning issues, that i trust will be addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannie G.

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

Great spacious rooms and bathrooms

Comfortable and great beds. Plenty of items in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was enjoyable. This was a girls' week trip. The condo was the perfect size and layout. The bedrooms upstairs allowed us to live "dorm style" and have chats each morning while getting ready for our adventures. the kitchen had everything we needed. The back patio was beautiful. Patrick did not exaggerate when he wrote that the pool is one minute away and the ocean is 3 minutes. The condo is central to every thing you could want to do. Weather was extremely hot so we spent more time in the condo than usual. The TV roku in each room was a wonderful addition!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong H.

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

A good location and nice community

Good for family vacation stays
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

This is our 2nd year staying at Southbay (south end). We love the location of Southbay as you have access to any and everything you want to see and do; restaurants, stores, attractions etc. Our host Patrick was wonderful! Our unit was perfectly equipped and clean. The beach and pool access are phenomenal!! We are already looking at booking our 2026 family vacation at Southbay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

A pleasant getaway

Cozy property for a family of 4 to get away & enjoy the beach with just a short walking distance -- beautiful ocean sights & sounds. The sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daiana L.

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

Awesome place

Great experience, everything was really clean...Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great Beach House and Location!

We had 8 of us visit for the New Year and loved our stay! It was so close to the private beach. Super short, easy walk to get there. We also loved having access to a pickle ball court. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Patrick McCaghren

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This is my personal vacation home. I've owned it for many years and keep it clean and updated. Very private yet right in the heart of Destin (see map). Just as quiet and peaceful as the day I bought it! Drive right up to the front door and unload your car (no elevator hassle). Short 3 minute, 200 yard walk to the beach. 290+ positive reviews on VRBO.

You will work directly with me before, during and after your stay. No middleman which typically adds $100’s to the total rental fee. Be sure and look at the total charge (right below the nightly rate) when comparing condo charges.

Hope to have you as a guest soon.
Patrick (owner)

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Very quite and private. Close to pool and tennis courts. Drive up and park at front door. Townhouse condo ... no elevators to deal with.

Short 3 min, 200 yard walk to beautiful white-sandy beach

Heart of Destin - convenient to new Harbor Walk restaurants, Wal-Mart, Target, WalGreens, Wynn-Dixie, Publix, Home Depot

Five acre fresh water lake on property stocked with bass and brim (catch and release fishing).

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