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Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards!

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Want super easy access to uncrowded, sugar sand beaches? Welcome to Shipwatch!
Just steps away from Shipwatch's door!
Shipwatch's comfy 2nd floor living room.
You will see, smell and hear the amazing ocean every moment of your entire stay.
Shipwatch offers a (seasonally heated) private pool with ocean view.
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22279 sq m

Popular amenities

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Check out the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationSilver Sands Premium Outlets8 min walk
  • Popular LocationSandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGolf Course At Seascape Resort6 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)17 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Futons

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards!

Want to walk out of your front door into the sand?

Want breathtaking ocean views from every floor?

Want to avoid insanely-crowded beaches and impossible-to-find beach parking?

Want to be close to premier shopping, dining and activities?

Need sleeping capacity for 22 people?

Although your list sounds impossible, Shipwatch’s extremely unique location checks all of your boxes!

Unlike most of our area’s homes that share super-crowded public beaches with thousands of other vacation rental properties, Shipwatch is set on a very private street with no public parking that dead-ends into the sugar sand beaches that made Destin famous.

The result? Unlike our elbow-to-elbow public beaches, Shipwatch’s neighborhood beach access is only practical for the very lucky visitors to the 28 homes on its street.

With Shipwatch, there’s no need to load up the hot car to get to the beach or drag a cooler for blocks during a steaming Florida summer only to have to fight with thousands of other visitors for your spot in the sand.

With Shipwatch, leave your car in the driveway. Simply walk out the back fence gate directly onto a neighborhood beach access. Yep, at Shipwatch you are only 30 seconds away from one of the least crowded, most-rewarding beach experiences possible along Florida’s famous Emerald Coast!

By being adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico, you’ll be able to genuinely enjoy our amazing ocean while on the beach; smell and hear the ocean while grilling next to Shipwatch’s (seasonally heated between October and April) pool, and soak in the amazing ocean views from every one of Shipwatch’s floors.

Located on a quiet road off of Scenic Gulf Drive (which is Destin and Miramar Beach’s premiere beach area), Shipwatch truly offers the best of both worlds: central to activities, dining, and the Gulf’s largest premium outlet mall, yet away from the millions who visit our area each year. Trust me, this combination is nearly impossible to find.

Not a worn out rental. Recently renovated Shipwatch features quartz counters, stainless appliances, designer furnishings, premium mattresses and new furnishings...all in a fun, spa-chic style!

Shipwatch offers a first floor king suite, three second floor king suites, 2 bunk rooms and a third floor widow’s watch with stunning ocean views that offer daybeds for a whopping sleeping capacity of 22!

You've never paddleboarded? Well here's your chance! Shipwatch includes two free inflatable paddleboards. (The inflatables are more stable and make it much easier to learn.)

This new-to-the-market property will certainly book soon! Don’t settle for a far-too-typical crowded beach experience! Reserve your preferred dates for Shipwatch...and it's almost impossible-to-find location... before it’s too late!





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Airport Distances:
Destin FL (VPS) - 22.6 miles
Panama City FL (ECP) 44.2 miles
Pensacola FL (PNS) 61.2 miles

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Shipwatch Bed, Bath and Sleeping Layout:

First Floor :
Bedroom 1. Master king suite with private full bath (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 2: Two twin over full bunks. (Sleeps 6)
Bedroom 3: Two twin over twin bunks. (Sleeps 4)
Other: Kitchen/Dining/Laundry/Common Area Full Bath

Second Floor :
Bedroom 4: King with private bath (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 5: King with private bath (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 6: King with private bath (Sleeps 2)
Other: Living room with sofa (Sleeps 2)

Third Floor:
Ocean view widow’s watch with two twin daybeds (Sleeps 2)

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Parking:
Shipwatch has parking for up to 4 large vehicles (SUVs, trucks, vans, etc.) plus two compact cars. (Note: This is an absolute max. We recommend not bringing more than four vehicles.)

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Pool: Shipwatch's pool is 18 feet long, 10 feet wide, with a shallow end of 3 feet and deep end of 5 feet.

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Important Information:
NOTE: Check in time is 4:00 PM CST. Check out time is 10:00 AM CST. Our staff needs time to properly clean, sanitize, inspect and maintain the property. Because the property is extremely heavily booked we are unable to offer early check ins, late check outs, early parking or luggage drop offs.

NOTE: If you would like to reserve VRBO more than 11 months in advance, you must use the VRBO website, rather than the VRBO app. The VRBO app only shows the calendar for up to 11 months which means that it can only be used for reservations less than a year away. Thanks!

NOTE: This property is available for vacation rental only. Parties are prohibited.

NOTE: AGE REQUIREMENTS. You must be at least 25 years old to reserve Bliss during Spring Break. Sorry, no exceptions.

NOTE: Sorry, no pets. No emotional support animals (ESA). No exceptions. Many of our Guests have pet allergies and rely on us to provide a pet free environment. Bringing a pet or an emotional support animal (ESA) is a violation of your booking agreement that will result in the cancellation of your reservation without refund.

NOTE: The property only has two exterior cameras. One faces the driveway and the other faces the trash area. The cameras are only capable of recording the exterior of the property (that are publicly visible anyway). The cameras are not capable of seeing the pool, pool area, or property's interior.

Property manager

Todd Knight
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Sirens at the Beach are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 8 min walk
  • Sirens at the Beach - 3 min drive
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 3 min drive
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 5 min drive
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 10 min walk
  • Whataburger - 14 min walk
  • The Surf Hut - 17 min walk
  • Starbucks - 9 min walk
  • Buffalo Jack's Legendary Wings - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards! have a pool?

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

Is Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean views! Seasonally Heated Pool! Direct Beach Access, Includes Paddleboards! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Silver Sands Premium Outlets. The Emerald Sanctuary and Sirens at the Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Fun family of 20 get together. Close to beach and was not crowded!! Bedding was comfortable. Really close to shopping. Ifneed to park elseware use Santa Rosa Walmart.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great location
Todd was extremely helpful and was always quick to answer any questions we had. We got married during our stay and it was absolutely perfect. The house was beautiful and very clean. It was a great location, right next to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great trip for a group
We had a group of 17 and everyone had a comfortable place to stay. The rooms and bathrooms were a good size. A few minutes walk to a private beach was a plus!! Kitchen was well stocked. It was clean and the paddle boards were super fun! I do think some of the pictures are misleading. There is a TON of construction going on and a giant house being built and blocks the “ocean view” and there was definitely some photoshopping done around the pool area. There is a house right next door and the pics show it as open space. So the lack of any type of view was disappointing since it talks about in the description. Overall, we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A., Woodstock, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach getaway
Loved this house! It had everything we needed for a nice beach getaway with friends. Beds were amazingly comfortable. Short walk to the beach. Pool was definitely a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice house, inaccurate listing
The home itself was very nice. The layout was great for our group, and we loved being so close to the beach. We also enjoyed the pool, although it was smaller than expected. Our issue is that the photos and descriptions we saw online when we booked were no longer accurate at the time of our stay. Between our booking and our stay, a house was built that blocked the "panoramic ocean views" pictured and described in the listing. The quiet neighborhood street they described had become a loud, crowded construction zone, and we had construction debris falling on the property and on us while swimming in the pool. We don't hold the owners responsible for construction next door, but we are upset that we were never notified of the change prior to our stay or offered any compensation for the discrepancy between what we purchased and the reality of the property now. In fact, while they rightfully reduced the cost of the house for future rentals (we paid more than $1500 more than if we booked the same week for the same number of days next year), we weren’t offered any kind of similar rate reduction. That panoramic view and peaceful street were expensive and didn't exist when we got there. As of now, they've updated the aerial photos, but the interior photos online still show and describe the panoramic view. Please be aware, those descriptions and photos are no longer accurate. We did try contacting the property owner and got nothing more than an autoreply back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Todd Knight

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My wife and I came to the Emerald Coast over 15 years ago for a one month vacation and just never left...and never will. We're world travelers and I'm an entrepreneur and real estate investor. We love this area, the people, and the inspiring emerald green waters. It's rare that a week goes by that one of us doesn't text the other to say how incredibly beautiful our area is. We still have to pinch ourselves. We've stayed in vacation rentals, hostels, pensions, surf camps, huts, casbahs, tents, and luxury hotels all over the world. We understand travelers and feel the connection. We're excited to welcome guests to our unique homes in Destin, 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach and Okaloosa Island and to share our passion for the Emerald Coast!

What makes this property unique

Important Information:
NOTE: Check in time is 4:00 PM CST. Check out time is 10:00 AM CST. Our staff needs time to properly clean, sanitize, inspect and maintain the property. Because the property is extremely heavily booked we are unable to offer early check ins, late check outs, early parking or luggage drop offs.

NOTE: If you would like to reserve VRBO more than 11 months in advance, you must use the VRBO website, rather than the VRBO app. The VRBO app only shows the calendar for up to 11 months which means that it can only be used for reservations less than a year away. Thanks!

NOTE: This property is available for vacation rental only. Parties are prohibited.

NOTE: AGE REQUIREMENTS. You must be at least 25 years old to reserve Bliss during Spring Break. Sorry, no exceptions.

NOTE: Sorry, no pets. No emotional support animals (ESA). No exceptions. Many of our Guests have pet allergies and rely on us to provide a pet free environment. Bringing a pet or an emotional support animal (ESA) is a violation of your booking agreement that will result in the cancellation of your reservation without refund.

NOTE: The property has one security camera that faces the driveway. The camera is only capable of recording the exterior of the property (that are publicly visible anyway). There are no other cameras on the property

Languages:

English

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