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Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach

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Gulf Front Balcony & Chairs Waiting For Your Enjoyment
Miles and Miles of pristine beach for sunset/rise walks and hours of fun!
The Views Dont Stop Inside
Dinner & A View Anyone?
Heated Outdoor Pool Steps Away

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 5805 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Guest/Kids Bath

Toilet

Shower/Laundry Area

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach

FREE BEACH CHAIR SERVICE DURING SEASON (Mar - Oct) & BEACH TOWELS PROVIDED

Fresh new touch ups with a beachier blue color and professional photos coming in October 2025

Are you looking to have all the amenities while you live the beach life? Well, look no further as our recently renovated (Nov 2023) one bedroom beachfront condo, or our home away from home as we call it, has it all! Crystal Sands is ideally located just steps from the white sands and warm waters of Crystal Beach and minutes (1mi) from the famous Destin Commons and a few of the infamous beachfront food destinations Destin offers. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach from inside the condo at the Salty Dolphin. You can watch the dolphins swim and frolic in the mornings with your coffee too! Could it get any better!?

Our passion is your experience and we'll do everything we can to make sure you'll remember your trip for a lifetime.

Crystal Sands is a low rise (3 story) condo building with a private beach so you can avoid the crowds. It's also perched nicely above the crystal blue waters for amazing views of the beach and waters. Nothing better than watching the sun set from the patio as the dolphins swim by in our opinion! Except maybe a cold beverage to go along with it! The sounds of the waves crashing on the beach inside don't hurt either....or at least that's what we think!

With a first class design, luxury amenities, and an unbeatable convenient location you'll find it all here as Crystal Sands! You can enjoy an outdoor pool or watch the kiddos build sand castles while you get dinner ready or read a book on the patio. It's truly an unrivaled experience and we'd love to share our family condo with you.

You name it, it's new in our unit. We recently redid everything from floor to the ceiling. New floors, cabinets, appliances, granite countertops, king size bed, sofa with a pullout, and a new TV to unwind after a long day playing in the sand. If comfort is what you desire, comfort is what you'll get; as we believe our second home should be just as comfortable, if not more, than our primary residence.

You'll also be welcomed to a fully stocked kitchen for those with a passion for cooking, or looking to save a few bucks. Cooking not your thing? Mix a few drinks with the blender or open a bottle of wine before you head to one of the delicious restaurants that we've provided in the suggestions guide at the unit.

We strive to create an atmosphere that'll allow you to make the lifetime memories you came to Destin to achieve. A beachfront paradise where you park your car outside to open the door to an ocean view that makes you forget about it all right away so you can....VACATION!

So what are you waiting for? Come stay with us and see all that Destin has to offer!

Amenities
• Beach Front
• Parking Right out Front
• Outdoor Pool
• Free Beach Service (Mar - Oct)
• Outdoor BBQ Area (charcoal)
• Free WiFi
• In Unit Laundry
• Cable TV
• Fully Stocked Kitchen
• Iron & Board
• Hair Dryer
• Beach
• Biking
• Parasailing
• Boating
• Jet Skis
• SUP Boards
• Fishing
• Swimming
• Golfing
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Horseback Riding
• Boat rentals to crab island
• Sunsets galore

This is a private one bedroom condo that you will have full use and access to during your stay.

We are available before, during and after your stay. Just a phone call, text or email away! We have included a binder in the unit of places we like to venture out to to get you pointed it the right direction for some of the additional amenities and hot spots around the area.

The condo complex is located right on Crystal Sands beach. The sand is so fine it squeaks beneath your feet as you're walking towards the water. Magical! We are within minutes of several great restaurants and bars. We're also a mile walk/drive to Destin Commons where there are several shops and restaurants to keep you busy throughout your stay. On the beach you're able to rent paddle boards, jet skis and some other smaller equipment. If you're looking for something bigger or other activities they are also close by and some suggestions are included in the binder we conveniently located in the condo for reference during your stay.

Most guests arrive with a car when coming to visit and you'll have access to the free parking lot at the complex. Some guests even choose to bring along or rent bikes while vacationing as it can be a fun way to see some of the sites and hop around the area. There are racks to lock them up.

Check out our reviews on our other unit in this building too as we just listed this one 1/13/21. (VRBO:1765260, 726646). We love what we do at the beaches of Destin and mountains of Breckenridge, CO.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
HOA enforces a strict owners only pet policy here
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
HOA pretty strictly enforces this as its a smoke f
Must sign Rental Agreement w/in 48 hours of booking to validate stay and avoid cancellation
We require a $400 damage deposit/hold prior to your stay as posted online for incidental damages

Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number CND5603855

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • James Lee Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • James Lee Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach?

As of 14 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach on 25 Jul, 2026 start from S$487, 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 Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach condo building is steps from Miramar Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Destin Beaches. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 126 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2026
Really appreciate you coming out and taking the time to leave us a 5 star review as they truly help our listing and other guests find us amongst the bug guys so to speak. Come see us again anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful view. Immaculately clean site. Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2026
Really appreciate you coming out to stay with us! Come see us again anytime as we would be honored to share the views with you and your family anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the communication was detailed and to the point. The condo was exceptionally clean and well appointed. We enjoyed our week stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2026
Thanks so much for coming out to stay with us we really appreciate it! Glad you found the info helpful as we try to almost over communicate the details with the hope that our guests will worry less about arrival and stay activities and just vacation! Come see us again anytime we would love to have you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VANCE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As descibed in the listing.Never had a second thought or worry from hour 1.Great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2026
Thanks a ton for coming out and also taking the time to leave us such a kind review. Glad you enjoyed the place and we would certainly love to have you back anytime! Take care and safestest of travels where ever they may lead sir!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach view and in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Glad you liked the view and location as those were the two most important selling factors for my wife and I too when we landed on this condo. We very much appreciate you coming out and would love to have you back some time. Take care and safest of travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect ocean front view and easy beach access!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov, 2025
Really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review of our condo as it truly helps travelers know what to expect and our little condo be found amongst the numerous places to choose from. We think the view and location are hands down the best in Destin and we sure hope we get the opportunity to share one of our condos in this building again with you! Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the condo, and the beach location was perfect! Chairs and umbrellas were plentiful. Weather was great and we would absolutely stay here again!
Our view
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2025
YOu really had a great week of weather and this is one of our favoirte times of year to enjoy the beack. Glad you were able to soak it all in and enjoyed the views and location. Come see us again anytime we would be honored to have you back to any of our condos in that building at Salty Snow Properties.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo in a perfect spot!! We never felt crowded on the beach!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2025
Thanks for coming out to stay with us we really appreciate it and hope you'll come see us again sometime. One of the main reasons we bought a few units in this complex was because of the low density and deep beach as our toddler at the time had all the room in the world to play. So, glad you enjoyed the beach and thanks again for coming out. Safest of travels wherever they may lead!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tiffany c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. The condo had everything we could have wanted already provided. The view was awesome and it was such a quiet place to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2025
Thanks for coming out to stay with us we really appreciate and are glad you felt the condo was stocked with everythin you needed for our trip as one of our goals is for all of our guests is less worry and more vacation!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2025
Thanks for coming out and while we are disappointed to have a 4 star review with zero issues reported during your stay we can appreciate that you enjoyed the view as it was truly the selling point for my wife and I when we purchased it. Take care and safe travels
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean place. The umbrella and chairs are very appreciated. Beautiful weather all week. Lovely anniversary with my hubby.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
We really appreciate you coming out and sure hope you will come see us again sometime. Helps when mother nature plays along as well for that beach service as it sure makes it easy to meander down to the beach each day and pick your spot. Thanks again!
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10/10 Excellent

Senada S.

Fantastic experience!

Salty Snow is our place to go, twice in row! Great family vacation spot. Property was very clean, kitchen fully stocked with everything we needed. View is incredible, great location. We will definitely be returning again!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2025
Thanks so much for coming out to stay with us we very much appreciate it. We would be honored to have you back to any of our beach front condos in that building as it was truly our pleasure. That view gets us everytime as well and it nevre gets old. Take care and safest of travels wherever they may lead. Thanks, have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Salty dolphin

We enjoyed our honeymoon here. Condo was great convenient to the beach and everything in town. Nice place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
Congrats again on the big day we are honored to have helped with the view and location as those were the major selling points for my wife and I as well. Come see us again anytime we'd love to have you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Great Experience

The property exceeded our expectations. The location was perfect for our needs. The chairs and umbrella were much appreciated. We will definitely book again.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much for coming out we appreciate it and would love to have you back anytime! The beach chair service makes it pretty darn convenient we think too; but the views aren't bad either! Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashtyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cute condo was perfect for our family! We loved being so close to the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed and there were plenty of towels/bedding. Host had great communication and was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Thanks a ton for coming out to stay with us and taking some time to leave such a fabulous review for us. We love to cook too so we try to keep a little more than the basics you could say in the kitch as well and I pride myself on trying to be avialble and communication as even though we are not perfect we find that communication goes a long way when things go less that perfect. I am glad in your case things went perfect and we would love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Destin Vacation

Great Place, beautiful view of the beach and water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much for coming out to stay with us. Glad you were able to enjoy the location and views of the water and beach from our little slice of heaven on earth we call it. Love to have you back anytime as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T H.

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

Great place

Everything was great including location, cleanliness, necessities, and information. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
Love to hear that you enjoyed your stay and everything was up to par. Our team is great we think and we could not do it without them. We just love reviews like this and we would love even more to welcome you back some time! Take care and safest of travels until next time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Perfect Long Weekend

Great location with a beautiful view. Condo was clean and exactly what we were looking for. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2024
Thanks so much for coming out to see us we really appreciate it and are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the condo. We would also be more than honored to welcome you back to any of our condos in that building as we know there are numerous places to choose from in Destin. Take care and safest of travels! Have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Wonderful views!

This place has wonderful views and great amenities. Would highly recommend and we hope to stay here on future vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review, and most importantly coming out as we know there are numerous places to choose from in Destin. Glad you enjoyed the views as much as we do at this complex as we think the location and beach access are unbeatable for Destin. Come see us again anytime we would be delighted to have you back to either of the 3 properties we run in that building. Take care and safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Historic snowfall….haha

Great property and location! Perfect host!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb, 2025
Would have been nice to have hosted you but thanks for the review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy Pazely L.

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

Heaven

This property was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec, 2024
We really appreciate you coming out and taking the time to leave a 5 star review for our place as it truly helps travelers decide and our condos be seen in the search results. Take care and come see us again sometime at Salty Snow Properties.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

Great to be on the beach in late winter!

Great condo at great location. Restaurants were superb. Walking areas were excellent. Nice quiet, calm week to unwind. We will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2025
Apprecaite you coming out to stay with us and are glad you found the location of the condo to be just as great as we did. It was one of the major selling points for us as well. Come see us again sometime when you need to unwind we would love to have ya!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

It was fun, beautiful location, unit was great, plan on coming back.

Our stay was a great experience. The unit was very clean, updated, beautiful location on the beach, and we plan on coming back and staying at the same location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec, 2023
Thanks so much for coming out to see us we really appreciate it as we know there are numerous places to choose from in Destin. We;re also glad you enjoyed the recent remodel on the condo that was completed just a fw weeks before your stay in late November 2023. We sure hope you will keep us in mind for any return travels plans you may have as well as we would be more than honored to host you again. Repeat guests are the best compliment we can get. Take care and safest of travels wherever they may lead.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Beach trip with daughter

We had an amazing time loved the location! Water was absolutely beautiful, loved the chairs being sit up so early. Over all a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much for coming out! We really appreciate it as we know there are numerous places to choose from in Destin. it really is hard to beat the blue waters of Destin and we are so glad you loved the location of the condo right on the beach and the views that come with it. Beach chair service is great as well as it makes for such an easy transition to the beach everyday as well. Take care and safest of travels wherever they may lead!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Great Stay!

The property was great! Just out of the busy section, but close enough to shopping and restaurants. The condo was very nice and the beach is AWESOME!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov, 2022
Thanks so much for coming out as we know there are a ton of places to choose from here in Destin. We are really glad you enjoyed the location of the unit as we too fell in love with the just close enough to all the hustle and bustle action as we call it too. Come see us again anytime we would be honored to have you! Take care!

About the host

Hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Van Der Sluis

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My wife and I are Iowa natives with an affinity for travel and guest experience. Currently running vacation rentals in Destin, FL and Breckenridge, CO we feel absolutely blessed to call these our home away from home and we would be delighted to share our passions for travel and guest experience with you as the hosts' who inspired us so graciously have.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property because of the views and proximity to town and the beach.

We love this property because the beach never gets to crowded beings there are no high rise buildings around; and because the town center is just a mile away if you need anything or want to go grab a bite to eat. Everything is walkable and the sunset and dolphin watching are unbeatable in our opinion.

What makes this property unique

Proximity to Beach & Town
FREE Beach Chair Service (Mar - Oct)
Beach Towels Provided
Beachfront
No Crowds
Fully Furnished unlike most that ask you to buy trash bags and TP
Ample Parking
Owner Managed

Languages:

English, Spanish

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