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Dolphin Cove - Beachfront Holiday Isle Pet-Friendly Townhome in Destin, Florida with Ocean Views from Balcony - Bliss Beach Rentals

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer

Explore the area

Destin, FL

Destin Beaches
‪9 min walk‬
Destin Harbor Boardwalk
‪7 min drive‬
HarborWalk Village
‪7 min drive‬
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

Dolphin Cove - Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental on Holiday Isle with Beachviews

Favorite Features:
- Gulf Front (Must use O'Steen Public Beach Access)
- Pets Allowed
- Beachviews

More about Dolphin Cove:
Dolphin Cove is a beautiful townhouse located in the well-sought neighborhood of Holiday Isle. Located directly on the beach, guests have amazing unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico in a quiet and serene community you'll be eager to call 'home' during your trip. If you haven't been to Holiday Isle, you are in for a treat. A peninsula surrounded by The Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor, it is a serene, little oasis within the heart of Destin with two and a half miles of paved trails for walking and biking. This ideal location is just minutes away from restaurants, shopping, boat docks, fishing, golf, and amusements.

Dolphin Cove greets guests with coastal comfort. Three floors of this townhouse allow for plenty of space for you and your guests. Sleeping 10, this home has three bedrooms and three baths. The first floor welcomes you with a king suite. Complete with private patio access and views of the Gulf, an ensuite bathroom, and a large flatscreen TV. This suite is perfect for those who prefer to not use stairs and seek access right onto the sugar sands of the Emerald Coast.

Guests can seek dining and entertainment on the second floor. Entering the second floor you are comforted by the traditional coastal appeal. A comfortable living room with a large flat-screen TV, sleeper sofa, and a balcony that overlooks the Gulf welcome you. This townhouse is complete with a fully equipped kitchen and stainless steel appliances. In addition, this space is furnished with a dining table that seats six and allows for plenty of dining space.

The other two bedrooms are located on the third floor. The master bedroom has private balcony access and unparalleled views of the gulf. Also, an ensuite bathroom with a spa-style tub, dual glass sinks, and a walk-in closet are found in this suite. The final bedroom is furnished with a set of twin bunks, a twin/twin trundle daybed, and a private bathroom.

Dolphin Cove is the perfect home to make family memories. An easy walk along the beach will take you to the jetties, where the Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor meet. This spot is well-known for great snorkeling and fishing. In addition, Dolphin Cove is nearby plenty of shopping and dining. This townhome has everything you need for your next vacation; Gulf-front, near restaurants and entertainment, and coastal ambiance.

BEDDING DETAILS

First Floor:

King Suite (Bedroom 1):
- Private Bathroom w/ Tub/Shower Combo
- Patio Access
- Television

Third Floor:

King Suite (Bedroom 2):
- Private Bathroom w/ Tub/Shower Combo
- Private Balcony
- Gulf View
- Television

Bunk Suite (Bedroom 3):
- Twin/Twin Bunk
- Twin Daybed w/ Trundle
- Private Bathroom w/ Shower
- Television

Property manager

Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Pets Allowed with $175 fee. Limit 2 dogs. Maximum weight: 30 lbs. each.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.

Destin, FL

What's nearby

Destin Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Destin Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
HarborWalk Village - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Coyote Ugly Saloon - ‬7 min drive
‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬6 min drive
‪Dewey Destin Harbor Side - ‬7 min drive
‪The Red Door Saloon - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Gulf Front Townhouse on Holiday Isle with Amazing Views and BEST Location! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Gulf Front Townhouse on Holiday Isle with Amazing Views and BEST Location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Gulf Front Townhouse on Holiday Isle with Amazing Views and BEST Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Gulf Front Townhouse on Holiday Isle with Amazing Views and BEST Location! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holiday Isle holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

19 Apr, 2025

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

Spring break with younger children.

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful townhouse! Great location! Great view! Great access to the beach! Roomie space enough for six spread up. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. There are beach, chairs and umbrellas for visitors. Beautiful sunsets. And a new park being built at the end of the road.A few things to mention, that was not in the description of property,, quite a bit of hike to the beach. Beach in front of house is. Privately own and not. Usable for guest of this property. Thus, making it even longer hike for small children. Lots of boat activity in the cove by the jetties. Plus there’s a fence directly behind the property leading a foot path approximately 2 foot wide that is accessed by many of the neighbors. No true privacy for the bedroom downstairs.. this area is very prickly with overgrown plants. I would ask the property managers to perhaps put some pavers along the path.I would also offer the suggestion of more kid, friendly amenities, such as plastic cups and plates, beach, toys, games, etc.Again, thank you so much for allowing us Visit your beautiful home

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

7 Apr, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach

The place was beautiful. The sand was gorgeous. Walking to the beach was easy and the water was amazing. My friends enjoyed that they had a private bathroom in all the rooms. I would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

21 Mar, 2025

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

It was so awesome! Very very clean ! Beds and pillows were A-1.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

1 Mar, 2025

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

Dolphin Cove

The inside of the property was great but the surroundings were not. The outside beachfront was not taken care of and there was a chain link fence that was not shown in the pictures. Lots of trash and weeds. The view was great and all in all we had a wonderful month.

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica E.

22 Dec, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Nice condo but a few issues

We have been coming to Destin for over 25 years as we enjoy the beaches so much. This condo was pretty good overall, but there were some issues. We discovered that the kitchen sink faucet had a rubber band around the neck of the faucet to the water selector handle. When removed, the water ran continuously. We also discovered that the dishwasher would not wash the dishes. The heating element worked, water was dispensed and drained, and the dishwasher soap door opened as it should, but the wands did not turn and the dishes were not washed. We contacted the office and a technician came out and said that the faucet should be replaced and that a vendor would have to be contacted to see if one could come out on a holiday week to repair/replace the dishwasher. Unfortunately, the dishwasher could not be repaired and we were able to get by with the rubber band fix on the kitchen faucet. One repairmen did come to the condo to repair the shower door in one of the showers without calling first as we had requested. Luckily we were not far away and returned and the shower issue was rectified. A different repairman showed up without calling again to address the faucet issue, and again we were not home and would not return until late in the afternoon. The repairman told us he could not wait that long. Additionally we were not aware that there was a temporary 6 ft. chain link fence 3 feet from the back patio, presumably to protect a dune area scheduled to be developed.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brandy B.

16 Dec, 2024

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

Nice getaway!

Overall, our stay was good. The unit could have been cleaner. I understand because I took dogs, dog hair is hard to manage however, there were clumps of dog hair (not from mine) everywhere. The main floor furniture was very dirty, and worn. The upstairs sink was clogged. Other things were not so perfectly cleaned but I dealt with it. If you take dogs, and they are boujee like mine there is no grass nearby so the 4 am bathroom breaks require a long walk to the street.to find grass. The view was amazing, the space was great. Way too much for my husband, myself and pups. Very quiet area. Uber service was utilized with no problem to this location. It should be stated in the details that parking, if you have a large vehicle may be difficult. Ours did not fit in the garage and took up the entire driveway extending to the road. Love the extra ice machine. Baby/dog gates need replaced outside they are not reliable or safe.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

22 Sept, 2024

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

Great week!

It’s always a worry that “pet friendly” will smell bad and this rental did not smell bad. They also provided 3 beach chairs and umbrellas for our use. 5 min walk to the beach. The beach area was awesome with low waves so it was great for floating. Had everything we needed in the kitchen. Drip coffee pot but no Keurig which was fine for us. Beds were super comfortable!! Showers had great water pressure! We had a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher B.

4 Sept, 2024

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

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

14 Aug, 2024

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

Destin August 2024

Very convenient to the beach and grocery

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

19 Jun, 2024

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

Great house!

Would recommend putting some type of visual warning for the step on the top balcony. It’s painted to where it blends in and one of my kids and myself both fell down it, missing the step because we didn’t see it. Wonderfully updated. Fully stocked with appliances and accessories. I loved the amount of towels and extra sheets provided and they were wrapped to keep them clean. Lots of space for larger family. The umbrella set up in front of the house are not available to rent (hotel only) so you have to walk farther down to the left to get a beach spot. If you don’t mind a small work out, it’s a quieter location. Lots of boat drop off/pick up throughout the day, but relatively quiet. Would definitely come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

25 May, 2024

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

Get away

Awesome house, plenty of room, everything you would need. not much parking area. There is a garage but if you have two full size trucks parking one in the garage is out of the question.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

13 May, 2024

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

Destin Dolphin Cove

Great location, close to everything and the beach!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

T N.

14 Mar, 2024

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

Spring Break

Beautiful spacious property that came with everything we need to enjoy our stay. Property is three levels...king room on 1st level, main area on the 2nd level and 2 king rooms on the 3rd level. Beautiful views of the beach from the main level and the 3rd level. Location is ideal for resturants and attractions...short drive to the outlets. Family friendly location.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina G.

23 Dec, 2023

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

Honeymoon

It was just as described and more! I hope to stay again very soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Tim P.

24 Sept, 2023

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

Disliked: Location

A rough walk to Walmart cove.

The property was as described, clean, well stocked. Extremely friendly property management company, probably the best I’ve ever booked with really. The property location, is not ideal. The cove is a hike to get to, and the reward for your arrival is not there. I named it Walmart cove for a reason. There’s a constant flow of boats from Emerald Isle dropping off guests, as well as multiple commercial snorkel boats. The only waves you get here come from passing boats. The sand feels weird, you don’t get much of a breeze. Our group decided we needed the actual ocean, so made the 1/4 mile trek to see the real waves instead. It’s not a bad place, but we won’t be staying here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

25 May, 2023

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

Dolphin Cove

Amazing property! Up to date everything, super clean and amazing views! Easily the best place we’ve stayed yet! We will definitely be back and would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

24 May, 2023

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

Exceptional!

The unit was spacious and clean. It was a short path walk through the dunes to a beautiful private beach. We had beach chairs and an umbrella proceeded. It was a wonderful week.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vernedia D B.

24 May, 2023

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

Very nice townhouse with a beautiful view of the beach

This townhouse was very nice with a beautiful view of the beach. I would make a return visit if the opportunity present itself.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann J.

25 Oct, 2022

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

Vacation

The view was great. Glad to have a place to stay with pets.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie w., Atlanta, GA USA

27 Aug, 2022

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

Quiet, perfect beach getaway

Beautifully decorated and maintained beach condo with plenty of room to relax. Just steps from some quiet beaches. We were even able to snorkel near the jetty and saw some cool fish. We would definitely rent here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

shawn r.

20 Jul, 2022

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

Great place

Best place we have ever stayed

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

25 Jun, 2022

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

We had a blast!!!

Everything was amazing. The only "problem" we had was with the Emerald Grand people and their claiming the beach, but it worked out because there is a nicer area away from those folks and their blue chairs a little farther down the beach. Will totally stay here again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H., Sturgis

21 Jun, 2022

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

Family Vacation

We loved our stay! The house was absolutely perfect and the minor situation we had with the refrigerator was handled quickly and efficiently! Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott G., Bellevue Ne

1 Jun, 2022

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

Top notch

Everything was top-notch and would stay again. Please update silverware and utensils. Never enough TP. Kleenex would be nice too. Thanks for making it a great time.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie A.

6 Dec, 2021

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

Great getaway spot

We had amazing weather and even saw dolphins. The house was clean and inviting. We loved our stay!! We would definitely rent from 5 star properties again!!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

Five Star Properties is more than just a name. We are a provider of premier luxury Destin and 30A Vacation Rentals and first-class service to our guests. Our inventory includes the finest beachfront houses, ocean view houses with a private pool, and oceanfront condos along the Emerald Coast. Our beach houses and condos can be found in the most desired beachside communities such as Holiday Isle, Crystal Beach, Dunes of Destin, 1900 98, Destiny by the Sea, Silver Shells Resort, Gulf Pines, Frangista Beach, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Dune Allen Beach, Grayton Beach, Seagrove Beach, and WaterColor, FL.
Additionally, we offer a selection of smaller, budget-friendly beach houses and condos in our Bliss Beach Rentals inventory. With Bliss, our focus is providing the same luxury vacation experience and level of service on a smaller scale. With Five Star and Bliss you can find event-friendly, wedding-friendly, and even pet-friendly homes to match any size beach vacation!

As a Vrbo Premier Host, we strive to provide an unmatched level of guest service. Whether you book a 9-bedroom house from Five Star or a 2-bedroom beach condo from Bliss, we guarantee our guests the same luxury vacation experience and hands-on customer service.
Each guest is provided with a welcome gift, and access to exceptional amenities which are unique to each property. Plus,
our Guest Services team is local (located in Miramar Beach, Florida), and can provide a quick response to any question or issue that may arise, any time of day. In addition, we have an in-house maintenance team and cleaning crews who can quickly address any guest emergencies. Our exclusive Guest Portal gives each guest access to all means of communication with our team, as well as an area guide to nearby dining, shopping, services, and attractions. It's no wonder Five Star has been voted Best in Destin two years in a row!