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Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands!

Holiday home with a water park, steps from Miramar Beach

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68 Barracuda St - our slice of heaven!
Exterior
A long driveway leaving room for up to 3 cars
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Landing

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Tower Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands!

Location, Location, Location!! Our Beautiful Destin Beach home is perfectly located in the quaint Crystal Beach neighborhood known for its white picket fences and cottage style homes!
Tired of waiting for a shuttle? With a house this close to the beach there is NO need to pack a lunch or search for public restrooms! Forgotten items are only steps away when you are just 3 homes from the turquoise waters and sugar white sands.

A perfect family retreat nestled between the gorgeous white sands and the upscale shopping center of Destin Commons that also features kid-friendly fountains and water play. You can retreat to the privacy of the beautiful neighborhood or get out and satisfy everyone's desires with unlimited fun...centrally located just minutes to shopping, all your favorite restaurants, water parks, miniature golf, and more family fun.

All the comforts of home await you. The main floor features a large eat-in kitchen, a family room with 50''plasma TV, comfy seating and a pub table, a master suite with king bed & flat screen TV/dvd and second bedroom with queen bed & TV/dvd. Climb the circular staircase to the bunkroom (double bed) and then the tower loft (twin over full & twin trundle underneath) with gorgeous 360 degree views of the gulf and Destin area.

This is a home you will love with a location like no other!

*Please note that during the peak rental season of Summer we only offer Saturday to Saturday rentals.



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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 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
Pets may be allowed with advanced approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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
Property # 212033vb

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Fat Daddy's Arcade and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • James Lee Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Just a 60 second walk to sugar white sands! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is steps from Miramar Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Destin Beaches. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and James Lee Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our big family. SO close to the beach and so convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! David was an amazing host and very responsive. Very roomy and we loved the back yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Perfect vacation

This was a perfect place for our family to enjoy the Gulf Coast. Had everything we needed in a perfect location. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is in a great location very close to the beach. Check in process is very quick and easy as well. The wrap around deck and the front steps are in very very bad shape and need replaced asap. The side area of the house where the hose for rinsing off sand is a complete safety hazard. If you weigh over 100 pounds I would not suggest walking on this deck and porch. The inside of the house is a little run down as well and could probably use some updates. The one couch in the house is broken so when you sit on it you sink straight to the middle. This house was good was a quick weekend trip with college friends but I would not stay here on a trip with my family and children.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda G.

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

“Destin dreaming”

We enjoyed our stay, location was the key! Truly 60 seconds to the beautiful beach
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

April B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Location was great but…Very disappointed with this house. It has lots of potential, but it is clearly not taken care of. The doorknob on the front door was barely hanging on . My husband had to fix it and also a cabinet drawer. Bathroom door doesn’t lock or latch. Shower curtain is 2 foot too narrow. Needs a good cleaning. Beds and couch need replacing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia J.

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

Great location!

Just a short walk to the beach…perfect location! Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne W.

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

A No Frills Adequate Stay

This is a well equipped property that is in need of maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kent M.

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

Nice Place Great Location

Walking distance to beach, included umbrella and chairs setup on beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G., North Liberty, IA

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

Perfect location!

We all had a wonderful time and we can’t wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry S., Lead Hill Arkansas

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

Destin Florida

Nice affordable place for the area, we plan on staying here again next time we're in Florida
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Family vacation

It was very nice. Great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

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

Great Location!

The property is nice and spacious. It is located nearby anything you may want for your beach vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M., Warner Robins, GA

Love this house and it proximity to the beach!

We had a great stay at your beautiful home. We look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Wonderful Home for a large family!

We lived the house and especially the Fire Pit!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

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

Great place to vacation

Everything was just EASY! No hassles and right by the beach and super cute place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Short easy walk to the beach

Amazing A/C The two upstairs rooms are definitely for smaller people The young boys loved the very top floor
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

Ideal location!

The perfect location for our beach vacation! We loved the neighborhood, the proximity to the beach, and the complimentary Chair/umbrella service. We also loved the big backyard and fire pit! A wonderful house for our spring break family getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

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

Friend Beach trip!!

It was a great stay. The house was in a perfect location, and the property manager responded in a timely manner! We will be definitely using again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P.

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

Great time on spring break

Location of the property was great—very close to beach. My friends and I drove down from North Carolina to spend spring break here. Nice fire pit in the backyard and overall a great experience. Would recommend to spring breakers or any family looking for a trip to a beautiful location.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Denise J.

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

Family Beach Vacation

Couldn't of had a better location, just a minute walk to an amazing beach....good for grandbabies afternoon nap and snacks! House was super cute but needs a lot of love. Beds were very uncomfortable and broken down matresses. Couch was collapsed in the seat. The steps on porch were rotting and unstable. However for the price I can see why he doesn't improve much due to the amazing location and nice acommodating host. Appreciated the ability to have our furry babies as well. Truly a great family trip with close access to the beach. With alittle improvement to the house you couldn't beat it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn F.

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

Great Location

This is so close to the beach! Totally enjoyed have seats available for us on the shore line. Plenty of room. The neighborhood was picture perfect.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Muhammad Shahid K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

It was convenient location

It was a convenient location, but the cleanliness and property condition could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

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

September beach trip

Enjoyed the location. House easily handled our party of six and the air conditioning worked great. Easy walk to the beach, appreciated the extra beach, chairs, and umbrella. café & restaurants close by. Crab Island was fun. Sunsets and white sands and Clearwater was hard to beat!! Rented a couple E bikes from Coastal Cruisers, And explored the surrounding area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Houtsma

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David lives in Cumming, GA with two beautiful daughters. Georgia is definitely home, but we LOVE Florida and the coastal waters of Destin can not be beat! We welcome you and your family to our home and hope it is as much the wonderful getaway for you as it is for us!

Why they chose this property

Our beautiful home sits nestled in the quaint Crystal Beach area of Destin, FL. Crystal beach is known for its beautiful water and quaint white picket fenced cottages. Our home leads the Water’s Edge subdivision, known for bringing the Florida Cottage style homes to the area.




Crystal Beach is convenient to all of the best restaurants including regionally known favorites like the Hard Rock Café, The Bonefish Grill, The Cracker Barrel, The Waffle House, Longhorn Steakhouse, Coldstone Creamery, and a Starbucks as well as many local hot spots located along the waterfront.




Destin is also a shopper’s paradise. Crystal Beach is located next to the new Destin Commons mall with water fountains and playgrounds for children and upscale shopping sure to fit every taste. Three miles to the East are the Destin Outlets where bargains make every day a “black Friday.”




To the West of Crystal Beach you will find value stores such as Walmart, Home Depot and other favorites as you journey toward the Harbor area Destin is famous for. Along the way you’ll find even more restaurants and family friendly activities like miniature golf, go-cart racing and water slides.




Part of what makes Crystal Beach such a wonderful area to vacation in is how it approaches the beach. Much of the Destin waterfront is surrounded by high rise condo developments that empty large groups of vacationers onto a limited beach area. But at Barracuda, you walk onto a beachfront area fronted by a neighborhood so there is always room to spread out on the sand.

Favorite area activities include fishing excursions and boat trips to Destin's favorite 'Crab Island.'