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Best Location, Serenity by the Shore, 3min walk to 2PrivateBeaches+2Pools+2Spas

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3min walk to the beach on this boardwalk in front of house, Lake & beach view
Open great room with kitchen/dining/living room
3 story luxury home in the best location in Destin!
3rd FL Large Master Bedroom w/private large balcony & bathroom
1st FL game room w/70" TV, ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard & beach equipment
Reviews
10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationDestin Beaches3 min walk
  • Popular LocationDestin Harbor Boardwalk7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarborWalk Village7 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)9 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2 Floor Bunk Room

2nd Floor King Suite

3rd Floor King Suite

3rd Floor Master Suite

Living Room 1

3 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bathroom

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

3rd Floor King Suite Bathroom

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

3rd Floor Master Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best Location, Serenity by the Shore, 3min walk to 2PrivateBeaches+2Pools+2Spas

Wake up to an ocean view from the master bedroom. Walk onto the large private master or living area balconies with your morning cup of coffee and sit to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Relax with a soak in the private hot tub or Master Bath large soaking tub to unwind. Enjoy the large game room while watching your favorite sport or TV show on the 70” Smart TV, play ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard or cornhole with your family and friends. Take a short 2-minute walk on the boardwalk in front of the house to see stunning sunsets over Lake Christine or continue your walk for another minute to view the sunset against the beautiful beach with white sand and emerald water.

With 3 large King bedrooms (2 with en suites), plus a bunk room (3 double beds), hallway bunk beds (2 twins), a pack ‘n play for little ones & 3800 square feet of space, an open Kitchen/Dining/Living area with floor-to-ceiling views, and 4 private balconies—you’ll have plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the serenity of it all in this completely renovated luxury home with all new furnishings.

Need some privacy at night? Each bedroom is large and has its own smart TV (with premium cable TV, DVR & plenty of free streaming apps), blackout shades, and white noise machine, making for a quiet and large sleep space for a great night’s sleep.

You’ll be able to make your own meals in the beautiful open, fully stocked gourmet kitchen, plus on the back patio there is a new Weber gas grill for the grill masters. You’ll also be able to wash your beach clothes in the laundry room with a full-sized washer and dryer. And you'll love our internet top of the line high-speed connectivity—we even have a desk if you need to do some work.

But it's the white sand and emerald water beaches that make Destin the go-to, relax-by-the-beach vacation spot and the 2 beautiful private beaches are a short 3-minute walk or catch a ride on the convenient neighborhood beach shuttle (seasonal). And so you don’t get hungry or thirsty while lounging on the beach, you can pack up food and beverages and take them with you to the beach —you’ll have a rolling cooler, cooler bags, ice packs, and a rolling beach cart. Don’t worry about having to pack beach towels in your suitcase or bringing beach equipment, we have everything you need —12 beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, floats, float pump and beach games. For your convenience, we even include 2 beach chairs and an umbrella setup on the beach waiting for you each day (seasonal). From our 2 private beaches, you can spot dolphins playing in the water, fish off the East Jetty, snorkel and see sea turtles, watch boats go in and out of the harbor and view the spectacular weekly harbor fireworks show (seasonal).

If you're too tired to cook, order a Charcuterie board or other catering items like take and bake casseroles from our personal friend Shelli who can cater practically anything you can think of or there’s a personal chef or hibachi chef we recommend that can come on the property and cook for you. Or we can recommend numerous world-class restaurants nearby. We are here to help you have the perfect vacation.

Left anything at home? Need to go shopping? We are conveniently located with a Target, Winn Dixie, and Walgreens only a mile away directly across Hwy 98 (and a Publix is coming soon!)

You’ll also enjoy the amenities our luxury neighborhood has to offer—take a dip in our 2 pools (one is heated seasonally, plus our 3rd pool overlooking the Gulf is due to be completed May 2024!) or relax in the hot tub, kids can play on the splash pad, bird watch at our two neighborhood lakes, play shuffleboard or a game of basketball, tennis or pickle ball.

Looking for water activities?
We are near Destin Harbor where you’ll find numerous fishing charters, dolphin, Crab Island and sunset boat excursions, jet ski rentals, parasailing, paddle boarding, scuba diving and much more!

Privacy? Destin Pointe resort community has 24x7 on-site security and the property is gated, requiring a security pass for access to the small luxury island neighborhood. Serenity by the Shore has its own security system with a front door and front porch security camera that are on, and an access code to open the front door. You'll be able to relax, feel safe and be conveniently located here at Serenity by the Shore tucked away from the crowds of Destin and 30a. Our location is known as the "Crown Jewel of Destin!" Ahhh…. Serenity!

IMPORTANT: This property is managed directly by the owner who values providing a luxury experience for their guests. They only accept a limited number of guests each year and like to get to know them before confirming bookings. To book this home, guests must first send an inquiry message to the owner/host explaining why they chose the home and sharing information about their vacation, themselves and their guests. Once approved, guests are invited to send a booking request.

Please don’t hesitate to inquire about booking before the secret is out about this beautiful listing in Destin Pointe on popular Holiday Isle!

(You may book a minimum of 5 nights. If you are interested in less than 5 nights, please message us to discuss. We offer a 10% discount for 7+ nights)

Spring/Summer Availability:
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April 9-May 2
May 5-24
June1-4 (rare 3 night available)
June 25-July 6
July 13-24
July 31- August 31

OTHER INFO
This is a new listing, so check out our VRBO reviews or our social media pages for more information, videos, and reviews. Secret: if you are on a computer and click on our photos to enlarge them, our third image is actually a video tour of Serenity by the Shore!

This property welcomes children and infants. The kids love the gameroom, bunkroom, pools, splash pad, beach and water and sand toys. For infants, the parents enjoy us having a new pack 'n play, child gate, highchair, toddler dishes and utensils, baby monitor, infant play pool, infant covered float, an infant ride on scooter, a few infant books and toys, safety plugs, foam corners and white noise machine you can use.

Please know this is a 3-story home with stairs. No elevator.

Property manager

Macey
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Park in driveway, no parking on street. Rented golf carts not allowed. Respect neighbors and noise curfew--bt 10pm-8am
No smoking/vape/marijuana/illegal substances allowed on premises. Guest agrees to report damages and pay for damages.
Follow Spa Rules. No unregistered guests. Max occupancy is 12 registered guests. If you are over max, you risk being asked to vacate the property.

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
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
Property Registration Number 56-8018718050-1

About the area

Destin

This vacation home is located in Holiday Isle, a neighborhood in Destin, and is near theme parks and on a lake. HarborWalk Village 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 Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk
  • Destin Harbor - 7 min walk
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 4 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive
  • HarborWalk Village - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - 7 min drive
  • Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - 6 min drive
  • Tailfins Waterfront Grill - 7 min drive
  • Beach Camp Brewpub - 5 min drive
  • Coyote Ugly Saloon - 7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

caroline b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break 2023
Wonderful new house and location. My daughter uses wheelchair for distance and we rented a beach wheelchair that fit on boardwalk to front beach and able to go see sunsets at cove beach. Just pushed over sandy path. Heated pool was enjoyed by kids and tennis courts were close by too. This home has the most hooks for towels then any home we’ve stayed at so everyone had place to hang their towel. We loved you can watch cable tv along with apps. Most homes no longer have reg cable tv. The garage had lots of games and nice breeze. We only ate out twice but enjoyed Lulu’s and The Back Porch. Both close by. Home comes with 2 chairs and umbrella on beach and we rented extra set for a few days. We used provided chairs for sunsets at cove beach. Beach attendant was helpful and saved us spot close to ramp for wheelchair. We went to Gulf World about hour away for swim with dolphins and loved it and they provide tons of great pictures included. Hot tub at house was great and felt good on cooler evenings. We used grill twice and everything worked great. Everyone had great time and kids enjoyed bunk room with own tv and fan. Loved having 2 beaches to enjoy! This house was 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house for a family trip!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Serenity by the Shore for a family spring break trip. We had six adults and six kids (ages 2-12) and this house was perfect for us. There was a lot of space so we never felt on top of each other. It was great to have three bedrooms with king beds for the adults and the ability to have the kids all sleep together in bunk beds. The house had every amenity we needed and more! The kitchen was completely stocked and everything was labeled so it was easy to find and put away. I was amazed at how many towels were provided, both beach towels and bath towels! It was so nice not to have to be washing towels every day with such a big group. The game room was a hit with everyone! Both the kids and adults had a blast playing with all the games and having a nice space for the little ones to run around and play with each other. It was also stocked with EVERYTHING you need for the beach and the pool. The wagon was a lifesaver and there were tons of beach toys that we used each day. Everyone really enjoyed our days at the beach. It was so beautiful and it was really nice to have the chairs and umbrella at beach #1 available to us each day. Macey and her co-host were amazing hosts! They were so communicative and provided tons of information and recommendations. We had Mr. Hibachi come cook dinner one night and it was so delicious and a really fun experience! Check-in and out was a breeze! Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best beach house ever!
Our family enjoyed serenity by the shore so much! The house is an easy walk to the beach and pool. Everything was just as pictured. The house was well appointed and the attention to detail was far beyond any beach house we have ever stayed. We had lots of fun in the game area… a great place to enjoy with our teenagers! We will definitely be staying at Serenity by the Shore again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
We had an incredible stay at the beautiful Serenity by the Shore! Macey was absolutely wonderful to work with from our very first messages, all the way through our last day there. She helped with many questions etc. and even proactively sent me some great ideas for activities, food etc. during the week we'd be there. Her home is impeccable, extremely clean, beautiful, she has thought of literally everything one might need while there. Every item, pot, pan, accessory looked brand new it was in such good shape. We came with our 4 small children, including 1.5 yr old twins - the home was equipped with many baby items, and MANY toys, games etc. for our 4 and 7 yr old sons to enjoy in the garage area. Everything was provided for a perfect beach visit with children - wagon, toys, chairs, etc! The rooms were large and beautifully put together - there were many great sleeping arrangement options for our group. The location was also wonderful - just a short beautiful boardwalk from the beach, and a nice heated pool that we used almost daily. Also great location for the surrounding restaurants and activities - nothing felt too out of the way from where we were. We feel so lucky to have found this property and will cherish our memories made during our week there - highly recommend for your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!
What an amazing week at Serenity by the Shore! We loved the location & that we could easily get to the beaches & pools. The home had everything that we needed, was beautifully decorated and was extremely clean! Macey was extremely responsive & her communication made the entire process so easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Macey

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Hi! I'm a native Texan. I'm married and have two sons. I live in Dallas, Texas and love to spend time with my family and friends. I have always loved to travel ever since summer vacations as a child. I appreciate art and architecture and experiencing different customs. I had a long career as a marketing professional at a major retailer. I've also been an entrepreneur owning my own businesses as well as I've been a fashion designer, model, photographer and artist! Lately, I've really enjoyed being at the beach and decorating our beach house while sharing it with friends! So I’ve learned a lot about touring Destin, the best restaurants, shopping, spas, beach and water activities, exploring the surrounding beach towns. Plus, I’ve discovered personal chef’s, fresh seafood markets, and expert charcuterie board makers! It’s my mission to assist you on having your dream vacation. So please let me know how I can help you add unique creative experiences to your vacation time in Destin.

Why they chose this property

I'm excited to become a Host & share with you our second home in Destin. We were blessed to find this location --it's a hidden gem in Destin south of the harbor. Our house is in the exclusive Destin Pointe neighborhood which is a luxury gated community on Holiday Isle with all of these amenities within 3 minutes walk of our home: 2 private beaches, 2 lakes, 2 pools, 2 tennis courts, shuffleboard court, hot tub and seasonal beach shuttle. Not many know about this little slice of Heaven!

On top of the location, we fell in love with the house too--it's beautiful & fully renovated! Now our family would like to share our "Serenity by the Shore" with you, your family and friends! I hope you give us the opportunity to host you as we start out as a new listing managing our own property here on VRBO.

What makes this property unique

Along with being fully renovated....Our luxury 3 story beach house boasts all new designer furnishings throughout! The enclosed garage is a beach cave of entertainment with 70" TV, ping pong, shuffleboard table, and foosball! The back end barn doors open onto a patio with grill, sitting area and private hot tub. You and your family can enjoy a relaxing beach vacation as well as having lots of amenities too!

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