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4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom - 1st Floor

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Kids Bedroom - 1st Floor

3 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bath - 2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath 2nd Floor

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed

***Newly Renovated 2026***

****Highlights****
- A step away from the community pool and private beach access
- A flat-screen TV in each bedroom
- Large capacity washer/dryer
- Modern appliances
- Exclusive gated community
- Sleeps 12 people

This luxurious home decor exudes a minimalist coastal chic vibe. Life's A Beach is spacious with 3-bedrooms, a large bunk room, and open living spaces to provide ample room for your family gatherings. Best of all, it's PET FRIENDLY!!

The first floor features the bunk room and a queen bedroom with a shared Jack n Jill bathroom. The second floor has a king bedroom with a private bath. It also features a large entertainment area with a 50-inch TV and the grand kitchen with granite counters and plenty of storage. And the third floor has an oversized master suite with private bath and minibar w/ fridge

Home has an Xbox 360 and a Football table for your family's entertainment. Lots of outdoor space, including covered porches and massive balconies perfect for spending the afternoon breeze blow. Ultra-luxurious additions include stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, comfortable seating areas, and a well-thought-out interior design.

The Neighborhood:
Destiny by the Sea is a unique, luxury community that boasts some of the Gulf Coast's most iconic vacation homes. Community amenities include immaculately landscaped ground, the clubhouse, community pool and hot tub, two private beach access points, and beach service rentals available in season. Favorite local restaurants such as The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe's are within walking distance.

Nearby Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. A nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground features a 1,750-square-foot soft play area with various sea creatures, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids and features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

For the Active Vacationer:
Nearby are 6 miles of paved trails - perfect for walking or biking. Gorgeous and seemingly untouched, Henderson Beach State Park is not your average State Park. You can find something for everyone, from beach walks and bike trails to wooded hikes that highlight Florida's unique natural landscape.

Destin Information:
Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village," Destin is home to the largest fishing charter fleet in all of Florida. These fishermen have to be on their game year-round, with Destin's seasonal fishing ranging from Red Snapper all Summer to shorter seasons for Cobia and Tarpon during their annual migrations. Fishing is not the only reason people come to Destin. This small fishing community is home to the Gulf Coast's highest-end luxury real estate and vacation rental markets and continues to grow alongside nearby 30A and Fort Walton Beach.

Construction Advisory: Some nearby construction activity in the area. Possible noise during specific hours. Despite this, we are confident that your experience at Life's a Beach - DBTS will be nothing short of exceptional.

Important Things To Know:

Parking: Up to 4 vehicles
Distance to the Beach: 1.5 minutes walk to the beach
Beach Chairs/Accessories: Not Included. Rentals are available on-site through Sun, Sand, and Sea
WiFi: Yes
Pool: Yes - Complimentary Community Pool Access. Seasonally Heated (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Weeks only)
Golf Carts: Not Allowed
Electric Scooters and Electric Bikes: Not Allowed
Bikes: 4 complimentary bikes are included
Washer & Dryer: Yes - In the unit
Coffee Maker: Yes - Regular
Grill: Yes
Baby Gear (High Chair & Pack n' Play): None - Please contact Live The Gulf Coast for other Baby Gear Rentals
Pets: Allowed - $150 per pet, non-refundable. Maximum 2 pets allowed. Must be under 60 lbs. Breed restrictions apply. No cats.
RESTRICTED BREEDS: Akita, Australian Blue Heeler, Boxer, Bull Mastiffs, Chow, Dalmatian, Doberman, English Bulldog, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Husky (any type), Malamute, Mastiff (any variation), Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Wolf-dog Hybrid
NOTE: Per County Ordinance, Dogs (or any pets) are not allowed on the beach. A $100 fine will be issued if violated. Please contact us for dog-friendly activities suggestions in Destin to help you plan your trip with Fido!

Events: No events unless approved prior to booking your reservation.
Check-in Time: 4:00 PM
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM
Age Restrictions: At least 25 years old to book AND stay in the property for non-family groups.
Cancellation Policy: No Refund
Mid-stay Clean Fee: Applies to 21+ day reservations.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1456239vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed on 5 Jan, 2027 start from S$566, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Destin Commons are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amie B.

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

Great stay

Great family vacation over Spring Break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Hi Amie, we’re so glad to hear you had a great family vacation over Spring Break! Thank you for choosing to stay with us, we’d love to host you again. Feel free to reach out directly for an exclusive repeat renter’s discount on your next getaway!
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8/10 Good

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach was a very short walk from house. Communication from night before, was to text them if we were arriving early, & they would accomodate for us. (Knowing we were driving 16 hrs w/2 small children) so i text them to let them.know we would b arriving 3 hours early. Immediately text back and said they would.make it priority. Waited all the way till 4:10 pm (10.min after checkin time) go to the gate. The guy had NO clue we were arriving, had to give him printed out paper w/res. #,etc) let us in, and found a maint. Van in driveway, & still in the house (supposedly changing light bulbs-what we were told) (also note- there were batteries and lightbulbs in drawer) walk in bottom floor, & the dog smell was over whelming. We discovered pool wasn't heated, so we thought we would put kids in jet tub, only to find out jets did not work. (Text them, & somehow they had already known that) it also rained over night thurs/fri, the tile on outside steps, & patio r extremely slippery. (Should of used outdoor tile for them. Please be careful. over all the house was perfect.soo, beautiful, & close to soo much stuff to do. Destin is my new favorite beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay and loved the place. It was a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2024
Hello James, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts about your stay at Life's A Beach - DBTS! We're delighted to hear that you had a great time and loved the place. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we'd love to have you back for another awesome stay in the future! Please feel free to call us for an exclusive repeat renters' discount.
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8/10 Good

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the neighborhood - was perfect for a family getaway with grandparents and 3 teenagers! Easy walk to the beach! The only areas for improvement I would note is the house could use a refresh on the paint and the kitchen could use some additional silverware to better be able to accomodate the number of people the house fits. Construction noise from new roof being put on across the street was disruptive but didn't ruin the trip - it just made sure we are all up early to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for sharing your experience, we’re really glad to hear the neighborhood and location were a great fit for your family getaway! We truly appreciate your feedback as well. The home recently got a major renovation, including a fresh new look with interior and exterior repainting, to ensure our guests continue to enjoy the best possible stay. We’d absolutely love the chance to welcome you back and turn your experience into a full 5-star stay next time. If you ever decide to return, please feel free to reach out, we’d be happy to offer you a repeat renter’s discount.
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4/10 Poor

Kris H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
I am going to be as fair and honest with PROS & CONS in our review of this "Life's A Beach," Destin FL property - and I hope future guests are made aware of things so they don't have to suffer the same experience we had to from February 12 - 28, 2026. Cons: this was an ACTIVE construction site approx 6' from property, our 2 weeks vacation started every day at 8:00 am with construction workers/noise, have many pictures and video of what we endured for two weeks, lots of broken things within the property, safety concerns (just a few things for starters: #1 front door automatic lock did not work, #2 window(s) not shutting/locking properly (letting critters in or potential thief/harm), #3 shower in main floor bedroom did not have privacy film on window so new owners of house can easily look down in shower, and, on one day I took pic of construction worker right outside the shower window before I was going to use the shower (did not feel safe using shower obviously) and #4 the front door was out of alignment causing noticeable gaps around the door casing on top and bottom of door. And to reiterate, the construction noise was CONSTANT. There was no relaxation physically, mentally or emotionally within the property, nor sitting outside on the two balconies. Live the Gulf Coast was notified and sent pics/videos of everything we noticed within the property during our stay.Contract stated "....Live the Gulf Coast cannot predict construction plans with
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

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

Great location and house

We were very pleased with our stay. The house is as advertised and within a short walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2022
Hi Drew, thank you for sharing your experiences with us. We hope you had great memories in Destin. It's been our pleasure having you at Life's A Beach - DBTS. We are excited for you to come back. We are looking forward to your next beach trip. Please don't hesitate to contact us for exclusive repeat renters' discounts.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

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

Great location neighborhood

Management responded quickly if we had an issue and kept us informed on any updates.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2021
Hello Sue, It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Life’s A Beach-DBTS. We really want you to have the 5-star experience that you deserved. Thank you for acknowledging our services. These helped us improve our services in the future! We are excited and look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! We offer exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
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10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Super locaton

Very good property management
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi David, Thanks for your feedback. Our team is committed to providing excellent service to our guest. We look forward to hosting you again on your future vacation.
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8/10 Good

George T.

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

Great in Destiny by the Sea

I would recommend this house for a couple of families as it is spacious, well located and good value. Only negative is the lower staircase leading to basement needs rug cleaning as it seems to have some dog smells. Great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi George, We appreciate your valuable feedback as it helps us improve our future guest experience. Rest assured that this will be forwarded to Housekeeping. We hope to have you again on your next trip. Thanks again!
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8/10 Good

Summer G.

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

Lovely week

The house was in a wonderful location. The layout was great for two families. The furniture is worn down and it could use come basic updates. The lower level has a mildew smell. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would come back to this neighborhood again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec, 2024
Hello Summer, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that the location and layout worked well for your group and that you enjoyed your stay. We truly appreciate your comments about the furniture and the lower level. Regarding the mildew smell, we wish it had been brought to our attention during your stay so we could investigate it, address it immediately, and ensure your comfort. Your feedback helps us improve, and we’ll certainly look into these concerns to make future stays even better. We’d love the opportunity to host you again in this wonderful neighborhood!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Family Vacation

We Had a wonderful vacation with our mother and siblings. Loved the location, Beautiful Neighborhood, Easy beach access: The house was fantastic! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We enjoyed a visit from Ron as well! Fabulous Time Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi Mark, Thank you for your feedback. We are thrilled that you loved your experience and you had a wonderful time in our vacation place. Our team is committed to providing excellent service to our guest. We look forward to hosting you again on your future vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Excellent

Very clean and exceptional. Property manager was very helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hello Christopher, Thanks for your feedback! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay in Life's A Beach - Destiny by the Sea. We are hoping to host your next beach vacation! Please feel free to contact us when you start planning your next trip to avail of exclusive repeat renter discount offers. -Live The Gulf Coast Team
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8/10 Good

Leonard S.

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

Fall Break Destin

Great property with plenty of room for our 8 guests. Home was clean and check-in was very easy. Great location for the Destin area. We loved the private beach access and enjoyed the great sunsets there. Only complaint was the community pool was not heated. It was clearly stated that was the case, but given that many homes in the community participate in vacation rentals, consideration should be made so you can enjoy all areas of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb, 2021
Hello Leonard, We apologize for the late response. It has been a pleasure hosting your stay at Life’s a Beach in Destiny by the Sea. We’re glad that you liked the property and its amenities. We wish we could have made it a 5-star stay but we understand that there are some things that we might have overlooked. Regarding the pool heating issue, we are aware that it’s only heated during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s week. We could have provided more details about it to set proper expectations with our guests. To resolve this, we have added pool heating details in the property description under the FAQs section. We appreciate you for helping us address this through your feedback. Thanks again and we are hoping to have you again on your next trip to Destin! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
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8/10 Good

Lisa H.

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

4.5 Stars

Check in process was seamless and communication through out our stay was top notch. Kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need and refrigerator water and ice dispenser we’re in good working condition (at the beach this is very important). Furniture in this unit is high quality. Cleanliness was than ideal and the lower level was musty. that is the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2023
Hello Lisa, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that the check-in process was seamless and that you found our communication to be top-notch. We appreciate your positive comments about the high-quality furniture in the unit and our kitchen. However, we're sorry to hear that the cleanliness was not ideal. Please know that we are committed to provide a clean and sanitized space and that we thank you for giving us the chance to correct it during your stay. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future and provide a flawless 5-star experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Laleska C.

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

love this place!

we went to Destin for a family reunion. We were 11 adults and one dog. We had so much fun! The house was more than we expect! The location of it was 3 min walking to the beach. It also had bikes that we used them to go around the neighborhood. The communication with property manager was excellent! My cousin left her wallet at the house the day of the check out and they helped her to find it and also to send it to Dallas, Tx where she lives. Thank you! We highly recommended it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2022
Hello Laleska, Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We're so happy to hear you had a great experience at Life's A Beach - DBTS specially for the amenities and services we offer. Rest assured I will relay your positive remarks to our Property Manager. We sincerely thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We hope to have you as our guest again in your future vacations. Please don't hesitate to call us for an exclusive repeat renters discount.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristan B.

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

Fantastic Location

The location of the property was fantastic! There is private beach access just a block away. Secure and gated community with one heated pool and Jacuzzi tub. The only negative comment is the check out time, which was nine and the check-in time wasn’t until six, though I understand there are more thorough cleaning procedures going on because of Covid. Fortunately we were able to get in prior to 6 PM but that is a very early check out and late check-in time. In addition the “guest preparation fee“ which is the basically the cleaning fee, was almost $700. That is extremely high compared to other properties in the area I inquired, but I would still definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2021
Hello Kristan, Hosting your stay at Life’s A Beach-DBTS is our pleasure! We really make sure you would have the 5-star experience that you deserved as much as we could. We really apologize for the changes in Check-in and Check-out time. Due to this COVID pandemic, we need to modify existing policies to comply with new guidelines for the safety of our guests and employees. We want to reassure our guests that Live The Gulf Coast puts your safety above all else. We are doing our best to allow earlier check-ins by hiring more trained housekeepers and inspectors. Your feedback is highly appreciated. These helped us improve our services in the future! We look forward to hosting your next beach vacation! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
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6/10 Okay

Brad B.

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

Good location, needs some better cleaning

We loved the location and house and Ron was very nice who greeted us upon arrival. It was stocked well with plenty of towels and kitchen utensils. Just a couple of suggestions for the cleaning crew... it would be great if they steam mopped the floors as they were really dirty as seen on everyone’s socks. Under the master bedroom bed/ nightstands was really dirty and dusty. The mold in the vents (stairwell) and mold in the shower floor corners could be easily steamed and bleached away and possibly re-caulked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Hi Brad, Thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you loved our vacation home. However, we apologize for the inconvenience that you experienced during your stay. Rest assured we are committed to providing quality vacations, and we will look into the issues that you raised to improve our service. Thank you and look forward to seeing you soon.
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6/10 Okay

Nicole B.

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

Great location - Private beach access was amazing!

The location of this property really can't be beat. With private beach access, it really made the trip incredibly enjoyable. Especially after we saw how crowded the public beaches were. The facility itself could use some TLC, thoughtful items for visitors and an extremely well done deep clean. We had an infant with us that could not walk and the floors in the home were caked with grime and leftover furballs from previous tenants and the upstairs bathroom smelled like no one had found the actual toilet for use. These are only a couple of many items we were taken back by in regards to cleanliness. We addressed the cleanliness with the management post-stay and hope they follow through with a thorough inspection of future cleans. The property was "ready" on time, checking in and out was incredibly easy, and we thoroughly enjoyed the beach being so close.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2021
Hello Nicole, We’re sorry for the late response. We’re glad that you loved the location and enjoyed your vacation in Destiny by the Sea. I know you’ve spoken to Melissa after checking out and raised your concerns regarding the property's cleanliness, and we really appreciate you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. First of all, we would like to apologize if the cleaning was unsatisfactory. As promised, we have addressed these issues with our housekeeping team. Our housekeepers also took refresher training to ensure that this won’t happen again and are committed to improving our services. We wish we could have made it a 5-star stay, but we understand that there are some things that we have overlooked. The property has also gone through a facelift this year. We are hoping to have another chance to host your next vacation in Destin! For exclusive repeat renters discounts, please feel free to contact us, and we’ll be more than happy to help! Thanks for choosing Live The Gulf Coast.
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6/10 Okay

monica r.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Nice house but needs updating

We had issues with check in time which was late (6pm), however the property was not ready until 7.30pm because an issue withe cleaners. We found the house quite dirty. Dirty floors, carpet, room furniture, sheets, kitchen utensils etc. Very disappointing having to clean ourselves after a long car trip but contacted the property manager and they responded right away. House needs to be thoroughly clean and needs updates. Furniture is very worn out and dirty
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2024
Hello Monica and Martin, Thank you for sharing your experience. I sincerely apologize for the delayed check-in and the cleanliness issues you encountered. it’s truly not the experience we aim to provide, especially after a long trip. We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to address these concerns during your stay and we are also glad to hear how happy you were over the phone when we processed the refund for the cleaning fee. We have since addressed these issues with our cleaning team and performed a thorough deep clean to prevent this from happening again. Thank you once again, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you in the future.
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6/10 Okay

Nara M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Not great but okay. Not the value for the money

Property needs upgrades. Floors and furnishings were not clean. I am not sure if cleaners did not show up or what. Kitchen utensils, pans and pots are in poor condition, need replacement. Too many broken handles, malfunctioning appliances etc to even report. Most of them worked but barely. Overall it is an okay property not worth the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan, 2022
Hi Nara, thanks for your feedback. We appreciate you for pointing out the things that we can do to improve future guests' experiences. We're sorry if we overlooked some of these items. We wish we could have been given a chance to make your experience better if it was reported to us. We will certainly look into these items and we thank you for your inputs on how we can improve our service.
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8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Excellent gated community. Miss information per phone call. Get your questions answered in writing.

Great neighborhood. Very well kept gated community. Living area and dinning area very small. Make sure all of your questions prior to paying are answered in writing. Things that were wrong with the property were not addressed during the stay. Excuse was hard to get things scheduled during peak season. No one on site to talk with personally except security at gate and not always friendly. I could list a lot of negative things however my family and I (11) total did make the house work and enjoyed the time together. Neighborhood was very well maintained just lots of miscommunication on phone call prior to booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct, 2022
Hello Kim, Thank you for such comprehensive feedback on your stay at Life's A Beach - DBTS. It is not every day we receive feedback as detailed and thoughtful as yours. Your feedback has given us valuable insight into the services that we provided. I will take all this into consideration. I will spend more time on the aspects of the job that need improvement. We sincerely thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We are looking forward to your next beach trip. Please don't hesitate to contact us for exclusive repeat renters' discounts.
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10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Wonderful property and customer service

My wife and I stayed at Life's a Beach for twelve nights with our two dogs, plus a couple of friends joined us for a few days. We love Destiny-by-the-Sea and have rented homes there on several occasions. We really enjoyed this particular property, and hope to stay here again in the future. The top floor master bedroom was spacious and luxurious, with a quiet balcony and elegant desk that came in handy for some unavoidable telework commitments. The bottom floor includes a 2-car garage, queen bedroom, and kids' bunk room with gaming chairs, and a Jack & Jill bathroom. The middle floor has a queen bedroom, full bathroom, powder room, large living area, dining area, kitchen with counter and stools, and a very large balcony with a gas grill. Tons of space that our small party hardly took advantage of! The house was very clean and well-stocked with towels and other items, and all of the appliances and thermostats worked great. We enjoyed the short stroll back and forth to the beach several times a day. We had some special requests that were accommodated by the owner and management company, and we received excellent customer service. I honestly can't think of anything that would have made our stay more enjoyable, it was really a perfect twelve days at Life's a Beach!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2024
Hello Jon, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you and your guests had an enjoyable stay at Life's A Beach - DBTS. It's great that the property met your needs, from the spacious master bedroom and convenient telework setup to the well-stocked and clean accommodations. We're delighted you appreciated the short stroll to the beach and that our customer service made your stay even more perfect. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing visit in the future! Please feel free to call us for an exclusive repeat renters' discount.
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2/10 Terrible

Shane C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

I wouldn’t recommend this property.

I was very disappointed in this property. We knew we had a late check in (6pm) but what I didn’t know was you can’t even get in the neighborhood to use the pool or go to the beach before your check in. Check in at 6 pm and check out is 9 am so you are losing a full day. The condition of the house once we checked in was terrible. Three beds had dirty sheets (body hair and clearly not laundered), sand was throughout the house and in all showers. Hair in bathroom drawers and dresser drawers. Dishes were dirty and so were the pots and pans. The grill was dirty and rusty, recycling had not been emptied in the kitchen. Fire detectors started chirping also during our stay and the alarm panel chirped our whole stay. Ice maker on the refrigerator worked about every other day or so. The property manager will get back to you in a timely manner. They offered to send the cleaners back but we had already cleaned everything ourselves. After calling them with issues for the first 2 days we just decided to deal with everything else. We had friends staying in other houses in the neighborhood and they had zero issues. You can definitely find a nicer house for the same price in the same neighborhood. I would recommend getting a different house in this neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2025
Hello Shane, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your stay was not up to standard and appreciate you giving us the opportunity to address your concerns. While we aim to ensure every home is clean and guest-ready, we regret that you found some areas not up to standard. The concerns about the sheets and floors were reported the day after check-in, and we sincerely wish photos had been provided to help us fully investigate, as we take these matters seriously. Still, we did offer to send our cleaning team back immediately, but understand you had already taken care of it yourselves. We’ve since addressed your comments with our team, including the issues related to housekeeping and maintenance such as the smoke detectors and alarm panel, which have now been resolved to help prevent future disruptions. We also understand the frustration regarding limited access to the community amenities prior to check-in. These policies are set by the HOA and are unfortunately beyond our control, but we do apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused. Again, we truly regret that your visit did not reflect the standard we aim to provide and appreciate the opportunity to respond and improve.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlene H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly property - short walk to private beach that could use a deep clean & some updates

What we loved about this property: that is was dog friendly, in a gated community, close walk to the beach, top floor suite couldn’t hear activity on 1st & 2nd floors. There were 5 bikes, scooter, some beach chairs and wagons in the garage. What we thought could use improvement: The property could benefit from a deep cleaning, communication-too many different people, Property Management to manage the property better - inspecting property after cleaning to make sure property is ready for next guest - are pool wrist bands, garage remote there? Are dishes clean and enough per occupancy? Do sinks drain, do light bulbs need to be replaced. We checked in on Sat and didn’t get pool wristbands until Monday afternoon - apparently previous guest took. The 1st floor side entrance light wasn’t working - the entrance has no railing and it is a hazard in the dark - someone could fall. We were unable to change the bulb ourselves as we needed a tool to remove the globe over the bulb - no tools at the home - repeatedly asked for it to be fixed while there but wasn’t. Will email more details of things we noticed or experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristan L.

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

Long but worth the read

Overall we enjoyed our stay at Life’s a Beach. The beach is only about a couple minute walk, the neighborhood felt safe, and the staff at the gate were very kind. The pool is very nice and clean. Don’t forget your bracelets, some people did and it’s really an inconvenience for the staff to have to be rude because you didn’t follow the rules. Now, for the negative and hopefully constructive feedback. When we arrived: the house was not clean. It was certainly not clean enough to justify a huge cleaning charge like we had. There is dust under and behind all the furniture. There was a load of clothes in the dryer that we had to take care of. The floors had not been swept and mopped. The microwave doesn’t work. The refrigerator and stove didn’t work. The grill was gross and there were dirty tools left. There are no cleaning supplies. I reached out to the management company. They informed me it would be within 48 hours and I told them that wasn’t acceptable due to us having 9 of us and we have to be able to cook. They sent their maintenance team and brought a new grill. They were able to get the stove to work. The microwave is now on order. The ice machine has to be started when you get there by clicking the arm down. The carpets are in a desperate need of someone to take the time to clean them. Furniture is worn but that’s to be expected in a rental These things were inconvenient but we made the best of it. Not worth the amount of money we spent on the cleaning for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct, 2023
Hello Kristan, Thank you so much for the detailed feedback. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the location, felt safe in the neighborhood, and positively interacted with our staff at the gate. It's great knowing you found the pool very nice and clean. We are sorry to hear about the issues you encountered and apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your stay. We are dedicated to ensuring that our guests have a clean and thoroughly sanitized environment, and we deeply regret if we fell short in this aspect. We understand that this is not the experience we aim to provide, and for this, we apologize. We did offer Housekeeping services back to address the issue, and while we respect your decision, we wish we could have rectified it to your satisfaction. It's common for maintenance issues to arise in any property, and we appreciate the opportunity you provided us to resolve them. We hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future, allowing us to provide a more enjoyable and hassle-free experience.

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Growing up along the Gulf Coast, I have been blessed to call Panama City Beach home for over 20 years. From staying at our Family's condo near St. Andrew's State Park to fishing in the surf along Grayton Beach, I have seen and lived the growth of PCB/30A. My team of forward-thinking Vacation Designers will help plan your trip around what's important to you! With 50 years of combined Real Estate Experience, we pride ourselves in our "Help, Don't Sell" motto. Our goal is to help you plan the perfect vacation that will be remembered by you and your family for years to come.

The Neighborhood:
Destiny by the Sea is a unique, luxury community that boasts some of the Gulf Coast's most iconic vacation homes. Community amenities include immaculately landscaped ground, the clubhouse, community pool and hot tub, two private beach access points, and beach service rentals available in season. Within walking distance are local favorite restaurants such as The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe's.

Nearby Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. For the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

For the Active Vacationer: Nearby are 6 miles of paved trails - perfect for walking or biking. Gorgeous and seemingly untouched, Henderson Beach State Park is not your average State Park. You can find something for everyone, from beach walks and bike trails to wooded hikes that highlight Florida's unique, natural landscape.

Destin Information:
Known as the “World's Luckiest Fishing Village,” Destin is home to the largest fishing charter fleet in all of Florida. These fishermen have to be on their game, year-round, with Destin's seasonal fishing ranging from Red Snapper all Summer to shorter seasons for Cobia and Tarpon during their annual migrations. Fishing is not the only reason people come to Destin. This small fishing community is home to the Gulf Coast's highest-end luxury real estate and vacation rental markets and continues to grow alongside nearby 30A and Fort Walton Beach.

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