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Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123175 sq ft
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Destin, FL
- Place, Destin Harbor2 min walk
- Place, Destin Beaches2 min drive
- Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park3 min drive
- Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
2nd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3rd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
4th Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
2nd Full Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
3rd Full Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access
Drop anchor at Captain Jax, where sun, sand, and style collide — a stunning 5-bedroom canal-front retreat with private pool and just a short stroll to the beach!
Welcome to Captain Jax, your ultimate vacation retreat in the heart of Destin's Holiday Isle! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom private home offers over 3,100 square feet of indoor space, a private pool, and incredible canal and coastal views—all just a .3-mile walk to your private beach access.
Whether you're planning a family getaway or traveling with friends, Captain Jax has everything you need for an unforgettable Emerald Coast escape.
Highlights You'll Love
🏖 Easy .3-mile walk to private beach access – 4 beach chairs + 2 umbrellas provided
🏊 Private pool (heated seasonally for a fee) with sun deck + lounge space
🌅 Expansive canal views from wrap-around deck + private balconies
🍹 Multiple outdoor living spaces with seating + charcoal grill
🏠 3-story home with open floor plan + 3,175 sq. ft. of comfort
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master Suite (3rd floor): King bed, private balcony, ensuite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and vanity
Guest Room 1 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 2 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 3 (Ground floor): Queen bed, shared bath
Guest Room 4 (Ground floor): Twin-over-Full bunk bed, shared bath
Bathrooms:
Master: Walk-in shower, soaking tub, vanity (3rd floor)
Jack-and-Jill: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (2nd floor)
Guest Bath: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (ground floor)
Half Bath: (2nd floor)
Living Spaces
2nd Floor: Fully stocked kitchen, large dining table, open living area with Smart TV, canal views, and wrap-around deck
3rd Floor: Private master suite with sweeping views and balcony
Ground Floor: Pool deck, chill space with fridge, sink, laundry, and walkout access to canal
Pool Details
Private pool: 27 ft. L x 9 ft. W
Depth: 7 in. shallow shelf to 4 ft. max depth
Pool heating available for an additional fee (winter months)
Amenities
✨ Free WiFi
✨ Full kitchen + 2nd fridge downstairs
✨ Washer & dryer in home
✨ Beach gear provided (4 chairs, 2 umbrellas)
✨ Starter kit with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, trash bags, laundry soap, dish soap, Dawn, and coffee (2–3 cups)
Exclusive free perks with every reservation: 1 round of golf, dolphin cruise, trampoline park pass, and waterpark ticket (not available for stays over 27 nights)
Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is a smart way to protect your vacation investment from the unexpected. Whether it's illness, weather disruptions, travel delays, or last-minute cancellations, travel insurance helps cover costs so you don't lose money—or peace of mind. It's a small price for big protection, ensuring you're covered before and during your trip.
Important Notes
🏡 House Rules for Holiday Isle 620 - Captain Jax
Occupancy: Max 12 guests allowed.
Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 25+ and stay the entire trip.
Rental Agreement: Must be signed within 48 hours of booking the reservation.
Security Verification: Must complete security verification to secure verification.
No Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside the home or near doors and windows.
Towels Linens: Keep bath towels indoors. Please place used towels in the bathrooms before checkout.
Trash: Bag and dispose of all trash properly in outdoor bins before departure.
Departure: Turn off all lights, TVs, appliances, and securely lock doors and windows when leaving.
*This property is not handicap accessible (no elevator)*
Noise monitoring devices installed indoors (no recording, decibel-only)
Captain Jax offers the best of Destin—canal views, private pool, and easy access to white-sand beaches. Pack your flip flops, grab your beach gear, and get ready for the coastal vacation you've been dreaming of!
Welcome to Captain Jax, your ultimate vacation retreat in the heart of Destin's Holiday Isle! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom private home offers over 3,100 square feet of indoor space, a private pool, and incredible canal and coastal views—all just a .3-mile walk to your private beach access.
Whether you're planning a family getaway or traveling with friends, Captain Jax has everything you need for an unforgettable Emerald Coast escape.
Highlights You'll Love
🏖 Easy .3-mile walk to private beach access – 4 beach chairs + 2 umbrellas provided
🏊 Private pool (heated seasonally for a fee) with sun deck + lounge space
🌅 Expansive canal views from wrap-around deck + private balconies
🍹 Multiple outdoor living spaces with seating + charcoal grill
🏠 3-story home with open floor plan + 3,175 sq. ft. of comfort
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master Suite (3rd floor): King bed, private balcony, ensuite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and vanity
Guest Room 1 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 2 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 3 (Ground floor): Queen bed, shared bath
Guest Room 4 (Ground floor): Twin-over-Full bunk bed, shared bath
Bathrooms:
Master: Walk-in shower, soaking tub, vanity (3rd floor)
Jack-and-Jill: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (2nd floor)
Guest Bath: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (ground floor)
Half Bath: (2nd floor)
Living Spaces
2nd Floor: Fully stocked kitchen, large dining table, open living area with Smart TV, canal views, and wrap-around deck
3rd Floor: Private master suite with sweeping views and balcony
Ground Floor: Pool deck, chill space with fridge, sink, laundry, and walkout access to canal
Pool Details
Private pool: 27 ft. L x 9 ft. W
Depth: 7 in. shallow shelf to 4 ft. max depth
Pool heating available for an additional fee (winter months)
Amenities
✨ Free WiFi
✨ Full kitchen + 2nd fridge downstairs
✨ Washer & dryer in home
✨ Beach gear provided (4 chairs, 2 umbrellas)
✨ Starter kit with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, trash bags, laundry soap, dish soap, Dawn, and coffee (2–3 cups)
Exclusive free perks with every reservation: 1 round of golf, dolphin cruise, trampoline park pass, and waterpark ticket (not available for stays over 27 nights)
Travel Insurance:
Travel insurance is a smart way to protect your vacation investment from the unexpected. Whether it's illness, weather disruptions, travel delays, or last-minute cancellations, travel insurance helps cover costs so you don't lose money—or peace of mind. It's a small price for big protection, ensuring you're covered before and during your trip.
Important Notes
🏡 House Rules for Holiday Isle 620 - Captain Jax
Occupancy: Max 12 guests allowed.
Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 25+ and stay the entire trip.
Rental Agreement: Must be signed within 48 hours of booking the reservation.
Security Verification: Must complete security verification to secure verification.
No Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside the home or near doors and windows.
Towels Linens: Keep bath towels indoors. Please place used towels in the bathrooms before checkout.
Trash: Bag and dispose of all trash properly in outdoor bins before departure.
Departure: Turn off all lights, TVs, appliances, and securely lock doors and windows when leaving.
*This property is not handicap accessible (no elevator)*
Noise monitoring devices installed indoors (no recording, decibel-only)
Captain Jax offers the best of Destin—canal views, private pool, and easy access to white-sand beaches. Pack your flip flops, grab your beach gear, and get ready for the coastal vacation you've been dreaming of!
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About the area
Destin
Located in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

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What's nearby
- Destin Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- The Shores Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
- Destin Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Circle K - 3 min drive
- Donut Hole - 4 min drive
- Margaritaville - 3 min drive
- Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karla H.
8 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Karla H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cassandra R.
29 Apr, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Cassandra R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason D.
6 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great loaction to beach and activities.
Jason D.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Holly L.
17 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation house!
Holly L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Conner K.
1 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Conner K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackara C.
12 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing. Exactly as pictured. And the staff was amazing as well and very responsive
Jackara C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kasia B.
5 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Kasia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca Y.
24 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rebecca Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
26 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation spot
Megan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chelsie S.
13 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip to Destin
Chelsie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Janalyn B.
10 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool
Janalyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
ALBERTO G.
11 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Party of 8
ALBERTO G.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
judy f.
17 Mar, 2024
Captian jax
judy f.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth A.
30 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What more could you ask for!
Kenneth A.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Patricia T.
10 Jun, 2022
Family vacation May 2022
Patricia T.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Benjamin B.
22 Jul, 2024
New Favorite Spot
Benjamin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
wendy g.
21 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great except for the palmetto bugs
wendy g.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monica S.
24 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Monica S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
4/10 Poor
Jose R.
12 Aug, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Floors squid to much
Jose R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chelsie D.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Isle Hotspot
Chelsie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Paula T.
5 Jul, 2022
Wonderful stay at Captain Jaz
Paula T.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Ted P.
19 Jul, 2023
Nice home, location is great.
Ted P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
John L.
25 Oct, 2023
Nice rental experience
John L.
10/10 Excellent
Brad P.
30 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Affordable, Great Location in Destin
Brad P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Breathe Easy Rentals
Breathe Easy Rentals is a proud, family-owned local business with a dedicated team that shares a deep love for Destin and the Emerald Coast. Originally from Ohio, our journey began with years of family vacations to Fort Walton Beach and Destin—memories that inspired us to turn our passion for this area into something bigger.
Today, our family of six, calls the Emerald Coast home, where we have a thriving property management company focused on short-term vacation rentals. With nearly a decade of experience amongst our team, our mission is simple: to be the best for both our guests and our property owners.
Our locally based team knows the area inside and out and takes pride in providing personalized, hands-on service—whether that's answering your call, helping guests settle in, or delivering an extra item to a property, it's the same friendly faces you'll see in person.
What truly sets us apart is our genuine care for people and our passion for creating memorable vacation experiences. When you stay with or partner with Breathe Easy Rentals, you're more than a reservation—you're part of our family. We can't wait to welcome you and share the beautiful place we're lucky to call home.
Today, our family of six, calls the Emerald Coast home, where we have a thriving property management company focused on short-term vacation rentals. With nearly a decade of experience amongst our team, our mission is simple: to be the best for both our guests and our property owners.
Our locally based team knows the area inside and out and takes pride in providing personalized, hands-on service—whether that's answering your call, helping guests settle in, or delivering an extra item to a property, it's the same friendly faces you'll see in person.
What truly sets us apart is our genuine care for people and our passion for creating memorable vacation experiences. When you stay with or partner with Breathe Easy Rentals, you're more than a reservation—you're part of our family. We can't wait to welcome you and share the beautiful place we're lucky to call home.
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