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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to James Lee Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Heated pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Miramar Beach, FL
Miramar Beach
Place, Miramar Beach
6 min walk
Emerald Bay Golf Club
Place, Emerald Bay Golf Club
16 min walk
James Lee Park
Place, James Lee Park
19 min walk
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living Area
1 Double Futon
Off Living Area
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bath 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach!
Welcome to the ultimate Emerald Coast vacation destination! Newly Renovated with brand new flooring, décor, ship lap ceiling, fresh paint and more!! Let your worries drift away in this cozy 3 bedroom/ 2 bath home. Your perfect "Summer Retreat". Located in the private and gated Emerald Shores subdivision, just 4 miles from the Destin Commons, this quaint and private neighborhood is perfect for families and all looking for a relaxing time away from home.
An 8 minute walk away from Summer Retreat you will find gated beach access with private pavilion for use of Emerald Shores guests ONLY. It provides restrooms, picnic tables, wagon parking ,and a Tiki Bar, open during the summer season. You will be within walking distance to Pompano Joes, Captain Daves and Kenny Ds Restaurants. Complementary tram in season (may 31-Aug 1) to transport you and your beach items to the beach access gate. This home also includes Free Beach Service ( 2 chairs and 1 umbrella for your use) as well as a beach cart and beach toys. 2 large pools (one heated) are also available for your use with our home. The best of both worlds- Beach and Pool! The neighborhood also has a tennis court and basketball court for you use. Centrally located with nearby access to restaurants, outlet shopping, golf, fishing, sightseeing, boating, windsurfing and shelling.
Our spacious home offers sleeping for up to 8 Guests! A large master bedroom with King bed, TV and private access to patio. Private bathroom with New luxurious shower and spacious closet. 2nd Bedroom with King size bed, closet and TV. 3rd bedroom with Queen size bed with TV and closet. There is also a Bunk Room (2 Twins) off of the Living area perfect for younger adults or kids. Plenty of sleeping arrangements for the whole family. The Kitchen is fully stocked with all new appliances, cooking and eating utensils, pots and pans. Everything that one could need for a home cooked meal. Keurig Coffee pot also available. Off of kitchen, you will find a lovely dining area with seating for 6 along with bar seating for 4. The living room hosts 3 comfortable chairs and 2 large couches and large screen TV for family movie nights or game nights! You will have access to a charcoal grill as well as table for 6 on the back patio. You will need to bring beach towels.
For Guests 2026 Armband Policies and Procedures Children 12 years of age and younger are not required to wear an armband. Guests will have to provide a lease agreement or an email confirmation of a lease to present...VRBO reservation to the Security Attendant with a valid ID or photo of lease and ID taken with your smartphone. 1. The Armband Policy will be in effect for the following date ranges and is subject to change based on need: • March 14th – October 17th (additional days may be added) 2. A Pavilion Attendant will be placed at the pavilion from the hours of 10:00am to 4:00pm, 7 days a week, during the effective dates. In the case of bad weather, the attendant will be inside the Leeward Key Lobby area. 3. Guests are to check-in with the attendant to obtain their armbands for the week. Guests should wear their bands while at the pool areas, on the pavilion and at the beach. 4. A nonrefundable fee of $30 will be collected from the guest at the time the set of bands are issued. This fee is Cash Only. The fee of $30 is a per-home fee, not per number of guests. 5. The attendant is responsible for keeping a log of issued bands.
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Parking space is limited. Our parking pavers are clearly marked for our space. Do Not park in our neighbors driveways. You could be towed!
All trash must be bagged. Under no circumstances should loose trash be put into trash containers. A charge of $35 per bag could result.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1605474vb
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 and a deadlock
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 in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Club LA. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Pompano Joe's - 19 min walk
Whales Tail - 4 min drive
Circle K - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is FAMILY FRIENDLY-Large Pvt Patio- Grill-Free Beach Svc & Toys-5 min to beach! located?
Situated in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Emerald Bay Golf Club and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Bill Tumlin
What makes this property unique
Gated community with private beach access only to Emerald Shore guests.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests