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Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities

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Pelican Beach Resort Condo Rental 812
Living Area with Direct Beach and Gulf Views
Living Area
Spacious Balcony
Balcony with Incredible Views

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities

Pelican Beach Resort rental 812 in Destin, FL by Panhandle Getaways is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom vacation home complete with all the conveniences of home. FREE ROUND OF GOLF EACH DAY & MORE!


FEATURES
* Master Bedroom King Bed 
* Private Master Bathroom
* 2nd Bedroom w/2 Twin Beds
* 2nd Bathroom
* Living Area w/Queen Sleeper Sofa
* 3 TV’s
* Fully Equipped Kitchen & Breakfast Bar
* Dining Area w/Gulf View
* Washer/Dryer
* FREE Wi-Fi
* Sleeps 6


ABOUT PELICAN BEACH RESORT IN DESTIN, FLORIDA
Pelican Beach Resort in Destin, Florida has long been a family favorite.  Pelican Beach Resort is a direct beachfront resort boasting incredible amenities offering something for everyone including several gulf view pools, tiki hut serving fun tropical drinks beach side, indoor/outdoor pool and more.  The resort is centrally located in Destin, Fl and near many family friendly activities.  Come and see why families come back to Pelican Beach Resort year after year for their beach vacation.


RESORT AMENITIES
2 GULF VIEW POOLS
INDOOR/OUTDOOR HEATED POOL
TIKI HUT
MARKET CAFÉ
GULF VIEW HOT TUBS
LARGE SUNDECKS
OUTDOOR GRILLING AREA
DIRECT BEACHFRONT RESORT
TENNIS COURTS
FITNESS CENTER
STEAM ROOM & SAUNA


BONUS! Guests receive 1 free daily admission to some of our favorite local attractions through our partnership with Xplorie. All perks are valid for stays up to 27 days and are subject to change and availability. BONUS PERKS INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY:

* 1 FREE Round of Golf Each Day of Your Stay at 1 of 3 Golf Courses! (March - Oct)
* Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise & Snorkel - 1 FREE Ticket Daily
* Southern Star Dolphin Cruise - 1 FREE Ticket Daily
* Big Kahuna's Water Park - 1 FREE Ticket Daily


INITIAL SUPPLIES - UPON ARRIVAL
Panhandle Getaways furnishes a few essential items for guests to utilize until they can get to the grocery store. Initial Supplies include: Dishwasher soap, small washing machine powder, each bathroom has amenities (like hotel but NOT restocked) shampoo, conditioner, soap bar. One roll of toilet paper in each bathroom & one paper towel roll in the kitchen. All bed linens and towels are provided. We encourage guests to bring beach towels for use at the pool and beach.


E-Checks are accepted for advance reservations at no additional charge (15 days prior to check in). All credit card payments will incur a 3.5% convenience fee.

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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 # 1909070vb
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

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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 kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Destin Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities?

As of 17 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities on 6 Aug, 2026 start from S$446, 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 Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Beach 812 - Direct Beachfront - Beach, Pools, Hot Tub, Free Activities located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Absolutely beautiful

Girls trip and we had such a great stay. The weather wasn’t always perfect but it didn’t matter because we could sit on the balcony or in the living room and just enjoy the ocean from there:) Clean place would defy stay again:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Wow, what a great review! We take great pride in our properties and these kinds of reviews help fuel our passion for hospitality. Thanks so much for the five stars!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Everything was great!

The unit was very nice, the only complaint was that the mattresses were pretty broken down. Otherwise great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2021
Lee, thank you so much for your five-star review!! We enjoyed having you and we'll share your insight with our Destin team. We hope you can join us again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany W.

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

Great!

Condo was excellent and management was very quick with anything we needed. My only complaint is that it’s time for the Pelican to update their hotel. Once again doesn’t reflect on the actual condo it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2022
Thank you so much for your review! Hosting you was a pleasure, and we would love to welcome you back for another vacation soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

teresa w.

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

Destin

The condo was clean. Needs some Maintenace TLC. Frig door wouldn’t seal. They did come the next morning. The master headboard knocks against the wall every time you move. The sheets in the master were pilled and terribly uncomfortable. One of the faucets in the master bathroom was loose. The door to the master shower won’t open near the shower head No cocktail glasses. It was nice and quiet. Nice pool. Great location. The decor was nice. Front desk folks were great. Easy parking. Great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2021
Thank you for your review, Teresa! We're sorry for any inconveniences with the minor maintenance issues, and we're glad we could get them taken care of in a timely manner. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we'd love to host you again sometime soon!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Brent B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointed

There is a total lack of communication with managing company. The check in process in a mad house. Standing in line waiting for luggage carts and an elevator. Our condo had sand on the couch, counter tops and floors. There were dishes with dried food on them in cabinets. My wife had to re-wash every dish we used. Just like some of the other reviews the beach sucks!! Unless you pay hundreds of dollars you have no view of the ocean on the beach. If you take your chair down to the water they will make you go back behind the beach service line. It gives off the vibe that unless you have beach service you aren’t important. The waitresses that work the tiki bar on the beach only serve the one with beach service unless you call them over. The condo itself has the minimum luckily we brought our own cooking utensils. The owner definitely doesn’t spend much to keep just decent stuff in the kitchen. The coffee cups are like a little kids tea party set. I will say the condo is nice and the view from the condo is good. But it was a huge disappointment. We will not stay there again. We took a chance on trying somewhere new and huge failure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry if your experience could've been better. Following your departure, we addressed your concerns directly with our team. We have also updated the unit and introduced tools for more efficient communication between our office and field teams. We hope for the opportunity to earn your trust in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelsey S.

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

Overall a great experience

We’ve stayed at this resort multiple times so we knew we could count on a great location with great amenities. This was our 1st time staying in this specific room (our go-to location was subject to renovations from the HOA the week of our stay). The room was spacious, the deck was large with magnificent views of the Gulf of Mexico, and it included the basics needed to be able to use the full kitchen which is always a plus. The ceiling fan in the bedroom was loose and made a lot of noise so we could only use it on low. The mattress was surprisingly comfy (they seem to be hit or miss on VRBO). Our only issue during our stay was that the front desk had signs posted that they had a pest company that would be spraying the rooms across 3 days and a rather large window of time (10-3). We asked the front desk what day they would be doing our floor so that we could plan around it (making sure we have our belongings secure, aren’t napping or naked etc) as that is quite the inconvenience when this isn’t a traditional hotel with daily housekeeping (which we prefer not to have and attracts us to stay with VRBO). The front desk had no answers, so we reached out to the rental manager to see if the HOA had communicated anything more precise and to see if they could just plan to do our room on the 3rd day (since that would be after we check out and before the next guest could check in). They were quick to respond that they were not made aware of this bug spraying and that they’d contact the resort to try to arrange for the 3rd day. As a precaution we locked up our valuables that first day of spraying as a precaution - I was glad I had brought a suitcase lock (intended to use on our cooler). Then on our last full day (day 2 of potential spraying) we were woken up to the sound of two men talking inside our kitchen at 9AM (a full hour before the notice said they would potentially be spraying). This is a very alarming situation to be awoken to to say the least. We told them to leave, and called the front desk to make them aware and the front desk was very confused stating that it couldn’t be anyone affiliated with them as they do not have the passcodes to enter the rooms that are hosted by 3rd parties. They told us we would need to contact our rental agency to find out who entered our room. I reached out to the rental agency and there was no reply. We had proceed w/the remainder of our trip on edge that someone would enter and unclear how they obtained our code.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide a detailed review, Kelsey. We appreciate your loyalty as a repeat guest and are pleased to hear that you had a positive overall experience in the specific room you booked. We apologize for any confusion and inconvenience regarding the scheduled pest control. We understand your concerns about timing and appreciate that you were aware of the schedule through the posted HOA signage. While we made efforts to accommodate your request for the third day, it can be challenging to adjust schedules for an entire floor within a limited three-hour window due to the number of units involved. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we are actively working with the resort to improve communication. Thank you once again, and we look forward to the opportunity of providing an even better experience on your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

This place is awesome! You have everything you need and what you don’t have everything is close by!

We took our mom to Florida to see the emerald coast line she was in awe! She would just sit for hours on the balcony watching the water and waves roll in. Our mother has never really left Ohio she was in heaven from the resort to seeing the dolphins from our balcony in the morning! Would most definitely recommend this resort!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review! We love hearing about the highlights of our guests' stay, and it sounds like your family had a memorable one! We enjoyed hosting you and we hope you all can join us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

fabiola a.

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

Love the Condo

My family and i enjoyed staying at this condo. Very impress of how everything was well organized and clean. love that is so close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022
Fabiola, we are so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed this condo. Thank you so much for this amazing 5 star review! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

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

Great family-friendly condo

We had a wonderful experience at this property. It was a perfect room for our young toddlers- they loved the amenities at the property. Everyone was so kind and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your awesome review! We endeavor to go above and beyond to ensure our guests have a memorable experience and it's so encouraging to receive this kind of feedback. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

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

Had a great time here. I will be returning

Love love this property. And view is awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a FAB 5 star review! We are so pleased to know you enjoyed your stay with us and look to your return. Until then, Cheers!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Great trip

We had a great time at this condo in Destin. The unit was great and very accommodating for our family of 6. The beach area was more crowded than we expected and we did not realize how large the chair service area would be. We enjoyed the Tiki Hut for several drink options and kids greatly enjoyed all Virginia drink options.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Thank you so much for the five stars! Hosting you was a pleasure, and we look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vanessa R.

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

Cleanliness

Not clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your review! We aren't able to locate any service requests from you during your stay, but next time give us a call or text us on our main number and we'll send a housekeeper over to do a touch-up clean. We enjoyed hosting you and hope you can join us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Z.

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

Our new favorite place!

This unit was exactly what the pictures looked like and it was great! Very clean and updated. We will definitely be back to unit 812 again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
🤩 Five stars! Thank you so much. We enjoyed hosting you and hope you can visit us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farida A.

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

Excellent spot

Pros:This is a very beautiful unit. On the beach with clear view of the sea and a large balcony. We saw lots of dolphins right from the balcony, especially early in the morning. It was nicely cleaned unit. Thus the five star. Cons: Even though the listing said fully equipped kitchen, some essential items were missing. I had to find my own oven mittens, chopping board and a wooden spatula. The cookware is old too. A kitchen is only good if there is good essential cookware. About the overall property: I was disappointed to see personal beach chairs were only allowed strictly behind 3 rows of paid beach chairs (which half were unoccupied) thus making the whole area crowded. only 2 elevators worked in the main lobby of this huge building and the hot tub was only operational the first day we arrived, never saw it working again. make sure you have door code before you arrive, it took us 30mins to get hold of someone on the phone to get us a code when we got there.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept, 2021
🤩 Five stars! Thank you so much. We enjoyed hosting you and hope you can visit us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2025
Thanks so much for the five stars, Matthew!

About the host

Hosted by Brooke at Panhandle Getaways

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Panhandle Getaways offers over 800 vacation rentals along the Panhandle of Florida. Our vacation rentals along 30A, Destin, Ft. Walton Beach and Panama City Beach, Florida provide the perfect vacation spot for your next vacation. Panhandle Getaways features a variety of property types which allows us to offer something for everyone. Panhandle Getaways specialty is helping guests find the perfect vacation rental for them and being that we have been in business more than 25 years, one can be rest assured that Panhandle Getaways is a name you can trust.

Why they chose this property

Pelican Beach Resort in Destin, Florida has long been a family favorite. Pelican Beach Resort is a direct beachfront resort boasting incredible amenities offering something for everyone including several gulf view pools, tiki hut serving fun tropical drinks beach side, indoor/outdoor pool and more. The resort is centrally located in Destin, Fl and near many family friendly activities. Come and see why families come back to Pelican Beach Resort year after year for their beach vacation.

What makes this property unique

Pelican Beach Resort in Destin, Florida has long been a family favorite. Pelican Beach Resort is a direct beachfront resort boasting incredible amenities offering something for everyone including several gulf view pools, tiki hut serving fun tropical drinks beach side, indoor/outdoor pool and more. The resort is centrally located in Destin, Fl and near many family friendly activities. Come and see why families come back to Pelican Beach Resort year after year for their beach vacation.

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