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Joy by the Sea - Large Home w/ Harbor Views - Pet Friendly & Private Dock

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A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and modern buildings with balconies.
A spacious living area with a kitchen, a ceiling fan, and a dining area.
A wooden deck leading to a water feature with palm trees, a boat dock, and modern buildings in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by manicured landscaping and palm trees.
A two-story residential building with a central entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and palm trees.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Destin Harbor
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Choctawhatchee Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Joy by the Sea - Large Home w/ Harbor Views - Pet Friendly & Private Dock

Joy by the Sea is a beautiful 4 bed/3 bath home located off the harbors of Destin, Florida. This stunning home sleeps 10 with 1 King, 2 Queens, twin/twin bunkbed and a day bed with a twin trundle underneath. Enjoy serene views from balconies or the private boat dock. Prime waterfront with convenient access to the beach across the street. This location has amazing gulf & harbor views unlike any on Holiday Isle.
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* large spacious home
* private dock
*fenced in backyard
*garage access available
* pet friendly for a non-refundable fee
* harbor front
*canal access to Harbor and Gulf
* nearby beach access
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 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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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5437843
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Holiday Isle, a neighborhood in Destin, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Preston Hood Athletic Complex, or consider a night out at Jetty East Condominiums. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Choctawhatchee Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Destin Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Destin Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Joy by the Sea - Large Home w/ Harbor Views - Pet Friendly & Private Dock?

As of Oct 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Joy by the Sea - Large Home w/ Harbor Views - Pet Friendly & Private Dock on Nov 30, 2026 start from $577, 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 Joy by the Sea large home w/ harbor views pet friendly private dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joy by the Sea large home w/ harbor views pet friendly private dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Joy by the Sea large home w/ harbor views pet friendly private dock located?

Located in Holiday Isle, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor and Jetty East Condominiums are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

4.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

4.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Nice, clean, comfortable, and great open living/dining/kitchen area for 2 families. Entire back is deep water (6 ft) bulk head with wood walkway to dock your boats. Had 2 boats 23’ and 25’ docked with room left. Only issues I had were the listing says pet friendly and I contacted host and he said pets not allowed at all. Also I was lucky enough to be first person to rent since it changed rental management companies and some things had to be sorted initially but luckily emerald coast vacation rentals (Brad) was very helpful and worked out all issues with 1 phone call. Had great stay for remainder of trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 23, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the clean and comfortable home, spacious open living area, and especially the deep-water access and dock space for your boats. It sounds like you made great use of the property! We sincerely apologize for the confusion regarding the pet policy and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We’ll make sure the listing information is clear and accurate going forward. We’re also grateful for your patience as we transitioned to a new management company. We’re glad Brad was able to quickly resolve everything and help get the remainder of your stay back on track. Thank you again for staying with us—we’d love to welcome you and your family back for another great stay!

About the host

Hosted by Brad Johnson

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