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Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House

Family-friendly vacation home with an outdoor pool, 6-minute walk to Miramar Beach

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Welcome to Sandy Starfish! The perfect beach house located in Crystal Beach!
4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom home - Sleeps 12
Separate carriage house - Perfect for teens or In-law suite!
Open concept living, dining and kitchen
One block to the beach - A short 4 minute walk!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4 - Carriage House

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Jack n Jill

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House

★ 1 block to the beach! 3 Min Walk
★ Private Saltwater Pool & Hot Tub
★ 6 Seater Golf Cart!
★ House & Carriage House
★ Gameroom
★ Sleeps 12!
★ 3 King Suites + Bunk Room
★ Recently Renovated
★ Location! Crystal Beach
★ WiFi
★ Fantastic Shopping/Restaurants Nearby
★ 2 min drive to Destin Commons, 10 min drive to Destin Harbor, 15 min drive to Crab Island!

▶︎Pool Heat - $200 week/$40 per day (Oct-April)

★SANDY STARFISH is your home away from home located in the charming Crystal Beach neighborhood and is just a short 4 minute walk to the beach. This beautiful beach house has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house and 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in the carriage house (perfect for teens or in-laws!). Sandy Starfish includes your very own private pool, hot tub, game-room and a free 6 seater golf cart!

SANDY STARFISH
2200 sq ft home
12 Person Maximum
4 Vehicle Maximum

KITCHEN & DINING:
-Stainless Steel Appliances
-Dining Table - Seats 10
-Bar - Seats 3

LIVINGROOM:
-Large Smart TV
-Open Floor Plan

LAUNDRY:
-Washer/Dryer (Located in the Master Bathroom Closet)
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▶︎SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS:

★FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1 - King Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom (Sleeps 2)
*Washer and Dryer are located in the Master Bathroom Closet*

Bedroom 2 - King Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom (Sleeps 2)

Bedroom 3 - Bunk Room Twin over Twin Bunks (Sleeps 4)

Bedroom 4 - Carriage House King Bedroom with en-suite Bathroom & Queen Sleeper Sofa in LivingRoom (Sleeps 4)

*The carriage house has its own private entrance and is above the garage.

*All bedrooms have blackout curtains and a Smart TV with Roku

*The game room has two entrances. One is through an exterior door by the pool and the other entrance is through Bedroom #2.

SWIMMING POOL:
▶︎Pool Heat: $200 Weekly/$40 Per Day

As a private pool, there is no lifeguard. Swim at your own risk and please do not allow minors in or around the pool unless accompanied by a responsible adult.

BACKYARD
-The backyard has outdoor chairs and loungers. There is also an outdoor dining table and a BBQ grill.

PARKING:
▶︎Parking is available for 4 vehicles in the driveway.

Per the city of Destin, there is absolutely no parking on grass, sidewalk, or streets. Local authorities rigorously enforce it.

★For our little travelers, we provide a Pack-n-Play & High Chair.

★Beach Gear: We provide extra beach chairs, a beach wagon, beach towels & beach toys.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking
Primary renter must be 25+; staying at the property for the entire stay. Reservations made under false pretenses are deemed cancelled by Guest.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Destin

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • James Lee Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • James Lee Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool + Hot Tub - Block to Beach - Golf Cart - GameRoom - Carriage House located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach, James Lee Beach, and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was excellent. This was for a family vacation and my daughter’s wedding. We enjoyed the room and privacy of the stay and our dogs also enjoyed the backyard of the property. We truly enjoyed the stay and property was excellent. We would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and fit the needs of the adults and kids. Even down to the sound machine for the littles, plenty of space, seating, and places to socialize. Also had plenty of activites for the rainy couple of hours of we had! The location was very close to everything and barely had to drive our car anywhere. Definitely would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Destin property exceeded our expectations in every way. The home is immaculate, beautifully updated, and thoughtfully designed with high-end finishes and exceptionally comfortable furnishings. The pool and hot tub were perfect for relaxing, and the additional amenities—especially the golf cart and game room—added a true resort-style experience.The location is outstanding: central, convenient, and ideal for families, yet still private and upscale. It is close to the beach and still close to shopping in the area. The hosts provided excellent communication and were attentive throughout our stay, making the entire experience seamless. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone seeking a high-quality, luxury stay in Destin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed for a beach week, the house was in a great neighborhood and easy walk to beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed and loved the home and pool. It was a beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Very clean and golf cart worked well! The kids had a great time with the pool. Hope we left the house satisfactory.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home, our 2nd year staying here and certainly not the last. So much space for everyone to enjoy and the pool/hot tub is simply amazing. The hosts are so attentive and willing to assist with anything you need and are very friendly. We needed nothing but they still checked on us. The house location you cannot beat. The street is very homey and the beach is just steps away. A wonderful way to spend a vacation in Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect home for a family getaway!

I can't say enough about how amazing this property is. Plenty of room, so clean, generous accommodations and close to everything! The pool, hot tub, golf cart and game room were a hit! The hosts are so responsive and kind! We bought groceries for our stay and rather than throwing unused items away, they take them to a local shelter. We highly recommend and will definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Lovely House

Everyone really enjoyed the house it was setup perfect for our family. Very clean and looks like new. House had a lot of amenities, including beach towels, chairs and toys. Pool and hot tub combo were great, as well as the game room. Very close to the beach and the golf cart is an added bonus. We all had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda O.

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

Great house and location

The house was beautiful, clean and well taken care of. Great location and property. Very close to the beach! Furniture was very comfortable as well. They had everything we needed and then some. The host were always so helpful and communication was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Beach trip with family

Awesome place to stay while in Destin!!! The house is spacious and very clean. We enjoyed the convenience of being close to the beach and having a private pool at the home. Access to a golf cart was a plus. Robert and Kourtney are great host and very informative about the property and area. We hope to visit again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

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

February Fun

This house is exactly as indicated in the description of the home. It was extremely clean, and well stocked. The gated pool was one of the reasons for renting this home as it added security for the children. When I had a question/concern I received a quick response! I plan on returning next year and highly recommend this place!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Perfect week at Sandy Starfish

We loved our stay at Sandy Starfish. The house had everything we needed and is very well stocked with extras, dishwasher detergent, Garbage bags, shampoo, etc., which was nice not to have to go buy anything extra. It is close to the beach whether walking or taking the golf cart. The pool and hot tub were perfect temps for our October trip. Hosts were wonderful and replied promptly to any inquiries we had. We are looking forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary S.

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

Wow!!!

Our family had a fantastic stay at the Sandy Starfish! Everything we hoped for and so much more for our family of 9, ages 4 - 69. So many extra items provided by our hosts made our trip easy and enjoyable. Would definitely plan another vacation to the Sandy Starfish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great! Just perfect for all our boys! From kids ranging from 9 years to 18 years old, each one had a blast! The ping pong table and darts (game room) was a huge bonus with all including me and my husband. The carriage house even provided the big kids a place to escape and feel like they weren’t under mom and dad all while being in the back yard. The golf cart was a huge plus as well!! Even though you really wouldn’t need it for a day at the beach because the house is literally a block from the ery easy access to the beach. We went in the beginning of June and the beach was not crowded at all! Weather was even great the whole time! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience overall!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

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

Destin Perfection

We stayed at this lovely home with our grown children and grandchild for 5 nights. Everything was spotless. All the rooms were spacious. We cooked all of our meals in the home and found the kitchen to be fun to work in. The 3 full-size refrigerators plus the little one on the back porch were great considering the amount of food and drinks we kept cold. The pool was clean and clear, and we spent a lot of time in it. The beach is an easy walk down the street. We rented the additional golf cart, and it made transporting beach equipment even easier. There were plenty of beach/pool towels, and we were able to launder them at the house (detergent and dryer sheets were provided). We enjoyed homemade piña coladas on the back porch in the evening and walking the neighborhood with a cup of coffee in the morning. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our summer family vacation is the highlight of our year which we would enjoy no matter where we were. However, having a fantastic house to stay in is always a cherry on top and this house was just that!! The layout was absolutely perfect for us. Hubby and I had the beautiful master suite, our daughter and SIL had the beautiful bedroom at the other end of the house with their own bathroom and our granddaughters were in the bunk bedroom right next to them with their own bathroom. Our sons stayed in the carriage house and loved having their own "bachelor pad" space!! The place was absolutely immaculate and had everything we could possibly need to make our stay as nice as possible. We didn't have any major issues at all but any questions we sent to the owners were promptly answered. The pool and spa and game room were thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. The golf cart was a very cool bonus too. It's a very easy walk to the beach but the golf cart made it so much easier to take all our gear down. I could go on and on but suffice it to say the house was perfect for us and we would highly recommend it to anyone!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juana F.

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

Perfect Getaway

Cleanest house we’ve booked ever. Robert and Kourtney are very helpful & reach out often. 3 espérate families stay VERY comfortable. The upstairs add on is a plus as the salt water pool and hot tub. Both kitchens are well stocked with any cooking and utensils needed. Plenty of toilet paper, towels and garbage bags for our group. Both front and back have screened porches which allows sitting comfortably outside. Nice pool chairs and plenty new beach chairs, wagon, toys etc for beach. Instructions are labeled throughout the house on how to operate lights, sound system and hot tub. Plenty of tv’s too. Golf cart was very nice too. Wish we had booked the entire week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Destin Get Away

We enjoyed our stay with our two dogs at this beautiful home. It is very close to the beach and the neighborhood is a great place to walk the dogs. We even met one of the full time residents who was very nice and friendly. The home is a plus if you want to have two families with separate areas because it has a guest house above the garage. The home is very relaxing and decorated beautifully. The master bed was a little uncomfortable and the back bedroom was warm. Kourtney responded quickly and said they would put a window unit in until the AC company could get there and also mentioned getting a new mattress. They were Johnny on the spot! The pool was very nice and the hot tub heated up very quickly. There is a game area in the garage but it did not have any AC but kids would certainly love it. We would most certainly book the home again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frankie W.

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

PERFECT First Family Vacation to Destin

This property was seriously so perfect for our family. It was my significant other and I, our 3 children (ages 4, 6 & 8), and my parents. There was plenty of room and now I’m trying to talk my husband into building a pool/hot tub combo based off of theirs! We all enjoyed ourselves and every single person had the best sleep EVERY night! From the moment we booked to the moment we left, it was an extremely smooth process. The house is walking distance to the beach and isn’t far from department stores for if you need anything quick! The golf cart was a nice touch too! My father surprised me by flying (for his first time ever at age 61) to Florida and we enjoyed the ocean for the first time ever as a family and it was seriously such a special time for me. Their guide is also fabulous! It answers any and all questions you might have! 5/5 Perfect. Great job, Rob & Kourtney! You’re really doing a great job!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan J.

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

A beautiful and very socially functional home...

Beautiful property! It was extremely comfortable for all of us. The bedrooms were setup so that all had plenty of privacy and bathrooms. The carriage house on the upper level was so cozy and comfortable. The screened in porch off the front and in the back were a definite bonus! The pool which was salt water (love that) and the spa were nice and relaxing and very clear and inviting. The game room was a hit. We set up competition teams playing the dart board and ping pong that were provided and we also brought our own corn hole which there is plenty of room for. We used the provided golf cart all the time. Loved that it had its own parking spot so no need to move cars around. The beach was beautiful and so close by. We decided to go down to the Tarpan St entrance which I'm glad we did. It has its own shower and lots of room to spread out and sit right on the waters edge without anyone asking you to move back. The owners Robert and Kourtney were very friendly and made sure we all had everything we needed. They even had a box of Crumble cookies delivered as a welcome. What a sweet gesture. Perfect rental, don't even think twice, just do it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Fabulous stay at the Sandy Starfish

My group of 8 had a wonderful time at the Sandy Starfish. Prior to our arrival, the owners sent me a very thorough & helpful guide for the house & the surrounding area. The house had ample room for sleeping, a large dining table & plenty of seating in the living room. The kitchen was the best stocked of any place I have ever rented. The screened porches were nice for having coffee & a bonus bar & small fridge on the back porch. The pool house is basically its own upstairs apartment with another well stocked full kitchen & fridge, bed/bath combo & small living room plus a wood deck overlooking the pool. The pool was clean & relatively warm this time of year making it just refreshing enough. There are some lounge chairs, a small table set & a larger table under the deck which was great for our card games. The beach is a quick easy walk away & the house has beach chairs. Shopping of all kind is a quick drive. The game room was tons of fun & a great addition to an already excellent home. The house does have the type of wear & tear you would expect from a beach rental, but very clean. There can be a bit of noise at night depending on who your neighbors are, but typical of a fun & busy beach town. Overall, this place was perfect for us & I would give it more stars if I could!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were incredible and made my daughter's 16th birthday even more special. The house is beautiful and perfect for a larger groip or a couple families..Thank you so much and we will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities were fantastic . Pool was fantastic along with golf cart being a nice added touch. Proximity to beach is perfect - 2 minute walk.Heated pool was nice as well what with the time of year .Bryan & Denise
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

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