5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House

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A waterfront property with multiple docks, a swimming pool, and a large house with a spacious deck.
A coastal residential area with a dock, a swimming pool, and a large house with a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, a large island, and a dining area with a TV.
A covered patio with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a view of a water body and greenery.
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and a balcony.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Destin Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Destin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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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 - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Destin Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cj’s Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Harbor Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5BR Waterfront Retreat with Pool, Boat Slips + Dock | Boater’s Dream House located?

Located in Holiday Isle, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Destin home

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Clean, convenient. Property could use some updates.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found the property clean and convenient for your stay. We also appreciate your comments regarding updates. The homeowner already has improvements scheduled for the upcoming off-season, and we're excited to see those enhancements come to life. Thank you for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Clean great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2024
Thank you James! We hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall it was a great house and location. There are a few things that need attention and fixing. The hosts are very responsive and great with communication. I would rent this house again
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the home and the location, and that communication with our team was a positive part of your stay. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we’re always working to ensure the home is well maintained and ready for every guest arrival. We’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property!

Great Property, great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2024
Thank you Eva! It was wonderful to host you. We hope you return again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly a boaters paradise

Location was amazing. very short walk to private beach. Bikes were a plus! Just a few recommendations for the next renters: bring blankets, because the comforters are as thin as sheets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay Kristy! If you come stay with us again in the future don't hesitate to reach out for things like additional blankets. We want your stay to be as comfortable as possible. We are also happy to let you know that we are in the process of changing our comforters/blankets that we put on our beds. We hope to see you back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Boaters Dream House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was very clean when we checked in. The propane tank for the grill was empty but the management company was quick to replace it. The house is in a great location, a quite neighborhood and close to the beach access.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad to hear the home was clean and that our team was able to quickly take care of the propane tank for you. It’s great that you enjoyed the location and quiet neighborhood. We’d love to host you again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Destin Week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house couldn't have been better for us. We had plenty of bed rooms and boat parking. The place was clean and well stocked with really nice TV's. The pool was clean and well kept.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review! It was our pleasure hosting you and we hope that you return in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great experience!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My group had the best experience staying at Boaters' Dream house. We loved the house and felt that it was very clean. Also, customer service for Destin Pointe Vacation Rentals were super helpful with the questions I had leading up to the trip. All in all I cannot complain! It was good to know from other reviews about the house not offering additional blankets. We brought some and were glad! Great house that I will definitely consider booking again in the future!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
We’re so happy to hear how much you loved your stay and the home, thank you for the kind words! Great call on bringing extra blankets! Our office is just a short distance away, so if you ever need anything during your stay, we’re always happy to drop items off upon request. Thank you again for staying with us and we’d love to host you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

lovely stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at this property. The rooms were clean, the location was easy to find and close to the beach, and the pool was lovely. There was ample space to sit and sleep and the AC worked well. My only caveats: we wished there were more towels available, as we had to reuse towels for the duration of the stay (more times than we'd like). Also, the pool was super super warm, not very refreshing, although I'm not sure there's anything they could do about that. Overall, I would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
We are glad that you had a wonderful stay at our home! If you do come back and stay with us again in the future, do not hesitate to reach out should you need additional towels. We would be happy to drop some off to you. We hope that you return in the future!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice house but needs some upgrades

Location was great and perfect to bring our boats to travel to Crab Island, but the house is definitely in need of some upgrades. Ceiling fan in upstairs bedroom didn't work, upstairs windows aren't sealed, kitchen drawers off track and dishwasher was questionable. Also some issues with TV remotes in a few of the bedrooms. Pool wasn't cleaned until 2 days after we arrived - - also thought it was strange that there was a 6 person limit on the deck above the boat dock (it was pretty shaky!). We did have great response from property managers when we had an issue with the door code and missing hair dryers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2024
Thank you for your feedback Jean. We are happy to let you know that the ceiling fan upstairs has since been fixed by and electrician. We will certainly take a look at the windows, kitchen drawers, and the dishwasher. We are glad we were able to assist you promptly with anything you needed and hope we can host you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Destin Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our time enjoying the beauty Destin has to offer. This home is perfectly nestled in the middle of everything to enjoy. We appreciated being away from the busy Hwy 98 or 30A traffic. It was perfect for our boating needs. Easy walk to the beach and a wonderful pool that we enjoyed with the littles. Appreciated the fences to keep them safe as well. Beautiful cruise to nearby crab island with our boats. Saw a huge sea turtle swimming up the channel from the upper deck while enjoying some cocktails. Very comfy beds and living area. Was hard to leave!!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you so much for the 10/10 — we really appreciate it! We’re glad you had a great stay and hope to host you again soon!
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