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Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!

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Crystal Beach Retreat Cottage #17 steps from beach pool and walking/biking path.
Queen bed master
A porch that overlooks the pool with partial gulf view.
Overlooking the pool from the balcony.
Bright clean bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!

Bright and clean studio 100 yards from sugar-white beaches. Located in Destin’s most incredible beach-side neighborhood. Not only is this walking distance to the beach, but top restaurants and premiere outdoor shopping, beachside biking/jogging paths, and a corner cafe with live music.

Crystal Beach Retreat is nestled In the quaint neighborhood filled with rainbow cottages, a private gated pool, and has laundry facilities. Whole Foods, Publix, and movies blocks away. Just right for small families, couples, as well as the business traveler or honeymooners. Natural, private pathways surround the Caribbean-style grounds.

This Crystal Beach Retreat has two studio units. It can be rented together or separate

This listing is for: It's a Shore Thing 17A
Top unit with Queen bed, bunk beds, small kitchen, dining area, TV/DVD player, free wifi, porch with pool and partial gulf views.  (Sleeps 4)

Also available is Salty Days 17B (VRBO # 860074)
Bottom unit with a queen bed, pull out couch, small kitchen and dining area, TV/DVD player, free wifi internet, porch with pool views.  (Sleeps 4).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view

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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
2 parking spaces are available per unit/house.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin, this apartment is near a water park and by the sea. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center or Preston Hood Athletic Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! on Jun 1, 2026 start from $264, 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 Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! 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 Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Destin-Beach Cottage, steps to beach & pool. Close to shopping, restaurants! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, easy to find and close to the beach. It's a bit cramped with 4 adults but would be perfect for 2. Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

mary h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was accommodating, washer and dryer was advertised but it cost money to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

great beach location

Great location and beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serafim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. The host was kind and very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty rental for a weekend getaway. Cottage was very clean. Perfect location and was very peaceful. Walking distance to beach and coffee shop. Had a little hiccup with check-in communication but host was very apologetic. I would definitely stay here again. Loved Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Morgan T.

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

We had a great stay

We enjoyed our stay! The cottage was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Great location

Place was clean, great location, & great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daphne R.

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

Cozy little cottage

Our stay in this beautiful tiny cottage was amzing. Minutes from the beach, shopping and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERICA C.

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

Easy get away!

Great stay! Beautiful area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber Deshae

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

Beach vacation

I brought my two daughters here on vacation this past week and it was amazing. Christina replied quickly and it was just as posted. The beach is right around the corner and the pool was right there and convenient. Also, food and shopping was only two minutes away! Such a great place to stay and everything was clean as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

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

Quiet and peaceful.

Property was as advertised and close to everything. As well as across the street from the beautiful beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meg S.

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

Beach stay

Condo was very clean. Pool and laundry facilities were very close by. I was a little confused because I thought you could get to the beach directly from the property. Thank goodness we brought a wagon to get our stuff there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela N.

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

Great place to stay

This was our first trip to Destin, Fl and we hit the jackpot for staying there. We were only a couple minute walk from the beach, right off the 5 mile walk/bike path and walking distance to everything we needed plus a lot more. It was a quiet beautiful little neighborhood. Pool was great and met others who were staying in the other cottages that were loving the area too. Totally recommend this area to stay
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice! Close to the beach and restaurants!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Martha R.

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

Spring break

Great!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie G.

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

A tiny treasure

Such a great property and great location!! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bike trip

Everything was clean, and was just like advertised. I misunderstood that there were two units in the building, I thought it was both floors, but great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Short trip

Quiet area and conveniently located to restaurants and the beach. Christina was easy to get ahold of and responded to all my questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and cozy little place. Its not huge but it was perfect for us. Plenty of room for a small family. Right next to the pool and there was a nice little ocean view off to the right. Property was clean and quiet. Laundry onsite was a plus! Beach was a short walk, not bad at all. We used a wagon to bring what we needed. Made it a little bit easier. Overall great experience, close to everything. Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karley M.

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

Lived our stay!

This was a great trip and a great location. This place is very small…even for my little family of 3. But the location was great, it was clean and the manager communicated very quickly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Terah L.

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

Sweetest cottage close to the beach

Property is very small but perfect for a couple. Quick, easy walk to the beach. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and quite
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilee H.

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

Quiet and feels homey

Everything was as described!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saulo z.

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

Excellent!!

Everything excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Vashuna C.

The property was great! It was as described and the the pictures were accurate!

I would recommend any small family or group of people to rent this property. It's nice and steps from the beach as described. Christina, the property owner was very nice and answered all questions in a timely manner. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

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