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Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea

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A two-story building with a pool area, including a red and yellow checkered surface, and a white fence surrounding the property.
A pool area with a clear blue pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio.
A private beach sign with a golf cart parked nearby.
A beach path leading to a sandy beach with blue umbrellas and beach chairs.
A two-story house with a balcony, white railings, and a blue exterior.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This vacation home accommodates 20 guests with 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. It offers exciting adventure activities like game walks, personal motor watercraft, and fishing. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation, and explore nearby attractions such as Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Miramar Beach.

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location

    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • 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 Silver Sands Premium Outlets
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Guest Bedroom 1-2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2-2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3-2nd Floor

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom 4-2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 5-2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room-1st floor

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom 1-1st Floor

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2-1st Floor

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1-2nd Floor

Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2-2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower

Guest Bathroom 3-2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower

Guest Bathroom 4-2nd Floor

Shower only

Half Bath on 1st Floor

Master Bathroom 1-1st Floor

Shower only

Master Bathroom 2-1st Floor

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea

Top Reasons to Book this Incredible Home:

* Short Walk to Your Private Beach 🏖️Access
* Private Pool can be heated- $50/night
* 6-Seater Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) ⛳-$95/night and no deposit required!
* Volleyball and Pickleball court within Fenced Backyard
* Pool Table outdoors by the Pool!
* Fabulous Outdoor Spaces with Gas Grill and Blackstone
* Parking Spaces for up to 9 Vehicles
* Silver Sand Right Across Hwy 98; Grand Blvd is 2 Miles Away
* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions. *

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs from November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Welcome to custom-built Sapphire by the Sea, your ideal family getaway! This stunning 7-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom home boasts a wealth of family-friendly amenities, including a private pool, private pickleball court, beach volleyball court, an outdoor pool table, and a Blackstone grill, all set in a spacious yard. With private beach access just 350 yards away at Tang-O-Mar, you’ll be soaking up the sun in no time. The gourmet kitchen features an inviting island perfect for gatherings, while the first floor welcomes you with a grand two-story entryway featuring a Juliette balcony and two king master suites. The living room includes a cozy sleeper sofa, and there's convenient poolside access from a half bathroom. On the second floor, you'll discover guest bedrooms that are both spacious and thoughtfully designed. Bedrooms 1 and 2 each have a queen bed and balcony access, while bedroom 3 features twin-over-full bunk beds. Bedrooms 4 and 5 each offer comfortable queen beds ensuring everyone has a restful retreat. With accommodations for up to 20 guests, Sapphire by the Sea is the perfect hidden gem for creating unforgettable beach memories with family and friends!


The Bed Setup:

First Floor
First Master Bedroom: King Bed
Second Master Bedroom: King Bed

2nd Floor
Guest Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom 3: Two Twin-over-Full bunk beds
Guest Bedroom 4: Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom 5: Queen Bed
Living Area: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Sapphire by the Sea is located in a secluded neighborhood along an old oyster shell road leading to an undisturbed stretch of beautiful beach. It is located less than a mile from the Silver Sands Factory Outlet, the nation's largest designer factory outlet featuring more than 100 name-brand designer stores. Also close by is the Destin Commons with incredible eateries, upscale shopping, a park with pop-up fountains at its center, and favorites like Bass Pro Shops and Hard Rock Cafe.

Area Attractions:

Grand Boulevard Town Center is a pedestrian-friendly, shopping and dining complex just off Emerald Coast Parkway, convenient to both SanDestin and Miramar Beach. For the high-end shopper, the center offers everything from Fusion Art Glass Gallery to Brooks Brothers Country Club. Several boutiques, such as Hello, Sunshine, and Magnolia House, carry fare you can't find anywhere else. Dining options include Mitchell's Fish Market, P. F. Chang's China Bistro, and Cantina Laredo Gourmet Mexican Food. In 2013, Walton County’s first movie theater opened at Grand Boulevard’s Town Center – the state-of-the-art Boulevard 10 Movie Theater.

The snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Seahorse Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 715 feet out from the Topsail Hill Preserve State Park access, it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Seahorse Reef is at a depth of 13-18 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4264987vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Tang-O-Mar, a neighbourhood in Miramar Beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Club LA and LuLu's Destin, FL.. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Emerald Sanctuary - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Surf Hut - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sandcastles Restaurant and Lounge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool + Pickleball | Private Beach Access | 💎 Sapphire by the Sea located?

Located in Tang-O-Mar, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and The Emerald Sanctuary are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location and private beach access was great to not deal with the crowds. House was payed out nice for a large group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review, Jorden! Glad Sapphire by the Sea’s location and private beach access helped you avoid the crowds, and that the home’s layout worked well for your large group. We’d love to host you again. RealJoy Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying over memorial weekend! It was a family time well spent. Clean rooms and lot of activities in house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our recent stay. Had all the amenities and so close to the beach. Really like the street it was on because it was not a through street so we felt safe walking to the beach. Great space for a large group
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing beach vacation

Very big house for a large crew, the house had everything we needed to stay and made us feel like home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2020
Hi, Ayde! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are so glad that everything went smoothly for you all, and we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our experience and stay.

Property served its purpose for our large family, nice sized pool and outdoor living space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2020
Hi, David! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay with large group.. easy access to beach and pool and backyard are awesome!!

Very accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2021
Hi, Will! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you all enjoyed Blue Heaven and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacay

Wonderful stay in this large home with a fully stocked kitchen, numerous amenities, and fun and games for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Hi, Natalie! Thank you so much for the great review, and for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear your family had a wonderful vacay together at Sapphire By The Sea, and we hope to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Guys Trip.

Great house for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blue Heaven

Outstanding home for our family vacation. First time time to Miramar Beach. All loved Blue Heaven and the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Hi, Richard! Thank you so much for the great review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your first trip to Miramar Beach! We can't wait to have you back for another family vacation! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fun

Excellent Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vaca

Great House! Perfect for large family! Pool area was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
Hi Karla! Thank you so much for leaving a great review! We are so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed Sapphire by the Sea and the amazing pool area! We would love to host you again soon! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts! Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family beach vacat

The house was perfect for our family. The private beach access and golf cart made it so easy for our daily beach days. Also the house had everything we needed from meal time to play time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2024
Thanks for the great review! We're glad you had a wonderful time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jim

Family stayed 1 week. Great vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2023
Hi, James! Thank you so much for the great review. We are so happy to hear your family had a great vacation together, and we hope to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Property was well maintained. The property manager was super responsive when we had an issue and it was resolved quickly. We would stay at this property again. Access to the beach was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2021
Hi, Elizabeth! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear your family enjoyed Blue Heaven and had a great vacation with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation

We had a great time at Sapphire by the Sea. The hosts were very responsive, check-in was easy, and the house was as described. My family can't stop talking about it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
Hi Sean! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great vacation with us! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a great review! We look forward to hosting you again soon. Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts! Have a great day!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location!

This was the perfect property for our huge family. Great proximity to the beach and the pool was great to have. We had some trouble getting the code to get into the house (never showed up on the app) but overall it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2020
Hi, Christopher! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We will get with our marketing team to check on the functionality of the app. We’re thrilled you all had enjoyed the property and had a great time with us otherwise. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Had a great time. Beautiful house and location. We had a little confusion about the checkout time as we thought FL was EST vs CST, other than that, we had such a wonderful trip making memories with our family
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2024
Hi, Matt! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the property and had a great time with us. We can't wait to have you back! Have a great day!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family (grandparents, parents, 6 grandkids) stayed at this home in July, 2026. Overall it was a very good experience and I think we'd stay there again. Some of the features that were key benefits to us - an adequate number of bedrooms with bathrooms, a large kitchen and eating areas, great proximity (about 3 block walk) to the PRIVATE beach area with gated access. The back-yard was a hit with everyone: a fresh water pool, sand volleyball court, a pickleball court and a covered outdoor pool table. We used all of these assets and all had a great time with them. An undocumented feature of this property is the well-stocked Dollar General store that's a literal 5-minute walk from the property.I gave the property 4-stars due to 2 points. #1 is the property title implies a Low Speed Vehicle (LSV) is included in the rental, but in our case it was not. The Host company, RealJoy Vacations, did organize a rental through another firm, La Dolce Vita, at 95/nite. The vehicle seated 6 and was great for running to and from the beach - but be aware that's the only use, you cannot drive it elsewhere.#2 is the Host company told me there were no beach chairs included in the rental. Bummer, so I signed up for rental chairs/umbrellas with another firm. But in fact there were ample chairs in the home's garage, along with an 8' pop-up sun shade. If I'd known this I would have avoided the 400 in rental fees for chairs. We also learned La Dolce Vita provides on-beach services.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

For the price it was an amazing stay. However the house didn’t have WiFi and service wasn’t very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bringing in the New Year

Enjoyed being close to beach. Nice size rooms. Everything was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2021
Hello! Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We're thrilled you enjoyed the property and had a great time bringing in the New Year with us. We can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tang o mar vacation

My family had a wonderful trip. The house was very nice. The pool was very nice, and we enjoyed that it was heated. The house was close enough to walk to the beach, but the provided golf cart made it much easier to get our stuff to and from. Overall, we had a great stay and enjoyed our time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2021
Hi, Kaitlin! Thank you so much for the great review, and for your kind words. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your Tang-O-Mar family vacation, and the convenience of the golf cart for beach trips! We hope to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for our group getaway

This house was wonderful for our Fall Break getaway with our big group of friends/family! Check in was super easy and we got in earlier than anticipated. The rooms/beds were all as stated in the description. Compass Resorts was easy to work with. We had a great time. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2022
Hi, Dawn! Thank you for the wonderful review, and for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear your group had a great Fall Break Getaway together at Sapphire By The Sea! We hope to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property and location! The house was clean, spacious, and accommodating. The backyard is where we spent most of our time playing pool, pickleball, and swimming. The pictures online do not do this backyard justice, it is much larger than what I thought it would be. A little more lighting around the pickleball court would be nice, but that would be my only suggestion. The private beach access and golf cart parking really made it easy to get to and from the beach. I would highly recommend this property, and we will be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re glad the property, location, and spacious backyard exceeded your expectations — sounds like the pool, pickleball court, and private beach access made for a great stay. I’ve passed your suggestion about adding more lighting around the pickleball court to our maintenance team to evaluate. We’d love to host you again! Tammy RealJoy Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend get away

House was beautiful and my group of 20 had plenty of room. We enjoyed the pool. The home had plenty of pots/pans etc. to get us through the weekend. My grandkids had a blast! We would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2023
Hi, Dianna! Thank you so much for the great review, and for your kind words. We are thrilled to hear your family had a great weekend get away at Sapphire By The Sea! Please let us know if we can assist in planning your next beach stay - we can't wait to have you back! Thank you for choosing Compass Resorts. Have a wonderful day!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Blue heaven

House was beautiful, location was perfect. Had a few issues with broken things when we needed them and cleanliness of the pool, but the problems were resolved, the management team was more than helpful and we were compensated for our trouble. I would Book through them again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

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