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Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included!

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A living room with a television, a wooden cabinet, a dining table with chairs, a blue sofa, and a view of the ocean through large sliding glass doors.
A building with a sign reading 'Crystal Sands EAST B' and a palm tree in the foreground.
A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise waters.
Crystal Sands Beachfront Grill
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Destin Commons

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Heated pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

All One Level - Bunk Nook

1 Single Bunk Bed

All One Level - Living Room

1 Double Murphy Bed

All One Level - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

All One Level - Master Bathroom

All One Level - Powder Room

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this condo is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. 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. Fat Daddy's Arcade and Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation are also worth visiting.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • James Lee Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Commons - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Sands 214A - Gulf Front, Heated Community Pool, Beach Service Included! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this condo building is steps from Miramar Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Destin Beaches. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location and amenities

Reasonably priced, beautiful beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you for the review! We are happy you enjoyed the stay. Let us know if we can help with any future travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Trip

Beautiful location! We have stayed at crystal sands numerous times but this was the first time in this unit. It was very well decorated and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2024
Thank you for the review! We are happy you enjoyed the stay. Let us know if we can help with any future travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable Stay

Crystal Sands was the perfect place to stay for a beach vacation. All the comforts of home with high quality cookware and all sizes and types of dishes. The bath towels are luxurious and looked brand new. It’s close to grocery stores and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May, 2023
Awesome! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to know you enjoyed the stay. Please let us know if we can help in your future travel plans. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Crystal Sands 214A, Destin FL was not what we hoped for. A few suggestions to provide a more safe and pleasurable stay for future renters:Provide a clean master bedroom mattress cover and comforterRemove dirt and debris from floorRemove black mold from washer door seal and sliding glass door track Ensure all kitchen utensils and serving dishes are clean and free from food particlesProvide a more comfortable AC temperature range (i.e. 70-72 degrees)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize that your stay did not meet your expectations. Cleanliness and guest comfort are priorities for us, and we appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. We take comments regarding the mattress cover, comforter, flooring, kitchen items, and potential mold issues very seriously and will share them with our housekeeping and maintenance teams for immediate review and corrective action. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the thermostat settings, as guest comfort is important to us. Thank you again for your suggestions. Guest feedback helps us identify areas for improvement, and we are committed to providing a safer and more enjoyable experience for future guests. We hope to have the opportunity to restore your confidence in us on a future visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a beach stay!!!

Very nice!! It’s a very short walk to the beach and the beach service can’t be beat!! The only negative for me is that it’s definitely not as clean as it should be.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2022
Thank you for booking with Ocean Reef! We love to hear about great experiences such as yours. Be sure to contact us when you are ready to return to the beautiful beaches.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Only recommendation is to update the living room furniture. What is in the condo is very uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2023
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a great escape from Iowa. Love the beach

Easy to get around. Did have a hard time with gate code. Had to enter several times.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb, 2024
Thank you for providing your feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in

First time

We had an overall, pleasant experience. I will say that this place needs to make some updates. In comparison to other buildings in the area, it looks extremely old, and the pool area is quite pitiful. Thankfully, the beach was beautiful the days we were there so we spent most of our time there, but on the days we incorporated the pool, it felt like we were an old motel.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. The HOA is aware of the exterior of the building and hopes to have some updates done in the near future. We are happy the unit itself met your need and hope to have you back very soon! Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Furniture

The stay was fine . We had few problems but the communication between me and ocean reef was seamless and the responses were super fast . I only gave it 3 stars because of the living room furniture. That couch is very hard and uncomfortable and you can do better than the wicker patio furniture in the living room. I would consider staying again if the furniture was upgraded.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct, 2022
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department and will have them rectified as soon as possible. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Unit needs updated

Furniture both inside and outside are uncomfortable. Single ply toilet paper is not fitting for the price paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2023
Thank you for staying with us! We will be sure to have somone out to check the furniture. A starter set of paper products are provided but it is up to the guest to replenish for themselves throughout the week. Please let us know if we can assist in any future travel plans you may have.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Mediocre Experience

View and location was excellent!! However, the condo was not so much. Lots of repairs needed. Couldn’t check in on time. Had to get a loaner refrigerator that took up the whole kitchen space. Lost a lot of groceries due to failed freezer. No working light in master bedroom. Moldy shower curtain. Will stay in this area again, but definitely not in this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov, 2024
We apologize for your displeasure with the home. Following your stay, we have done a thorough inspection and are working to have all matters addressed for a more pleasant stay in the future. Thank you again for being our guest.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Update and clean

The furniture was very uncomfortable! The king bed had ruts and needs to be replaced. The bathroom had broken tiles and mold. The washer smelled terrible! The maintenance man came into our condo with no warning. We never received a call to advise us of his visit. I was just out of the bath and naked! He knocked once and then let himself in. We have stayed in this area numerous times over 10 years and love crystal beach. But never again in this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2023
Angie, Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. We have reported these items with our maintenance department and will have them rectified as soon as possible. Please do not let this deter you from using our services in the future as we strive to make each guests stay as comfortable and problem free as possible. We hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Furniture Update

First off we would like to say how clean everything was, that was awesome!! Check in was very easy. The beach chairs and umbrellas were very nice to be included. Bed was comfortable. Good supply of towels Great location Great appliances Condo did not have any spices or other condiments to cook with, bring your own!! You only get two rolls of toilet paper and one roll of paper of towels. This is a older condo but very CLEAN!! Can use updating but location and cleanest made up for older condo. The main issue we had being older, was the furniture was very uncomfortable. We ended up putting extra pillows and extra comforter on sofa to be able to sit and watch TV. But over all we loved our visit and would look at this condo again next time we visit
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2023
We appreciate your kind words about the property! We hope that you are able to make your way back to the beach very soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overall great with a few suggestions

Upon arrival, it seemed very clean and well kept; although there was a musty smell. I would suggest putting something in the room to make it smell better. We would have loved it if there was atleast 1 day’s worth of coffee available in the room since we got in late from the airport the evening before. We ran out of toilet paper, so I would leave a few extra rolls in a closet. The kitchen trash can lid was smashed inside the trash can so it wouldn’t pop open. And lastly, there was a washcloth hanging on the curtain rod of the shower that had rust on it, looked like it have been there awhile. I threw it in the washing machine. Overall, a nice place to stay. We enjoyed everyone we met in Destin. Just wanted to give a few suggestions as we stay in lots of short term rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2023
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you making us aware of these items, and we're glad to hear that you are pleased with our service. Our operations team will work diligently to have all matters resolved as soon as possible. Thank you for being our guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property and will return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the property and are already planning to return. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay!
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