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Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court

Lakefront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Sports court

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court

Summary:
King’s Cove is the spot for your next Destin adventure! Our 1 bedroom 1 bath condo offers accommodations for up to 6 guests. Live like a local & play like a tourist in our centrally located spot-close to restaurants, shops, activities, and 3/4 mile from public beach access!

The Space:
**Important Information - Please Read Before Booking**
• We kindly ask that you read through our full listing and all of our house rules to ensure our space aligns with your vacation expectations.
• Inside, you'll find a clean, fun, and budget-friendly rental space that we've put a lot of care into.
• Please Note: This community was constructed in the 1970s and has a more dated exterior. There are exterior limitations of the property that are beyond our control.
• We understand this rental may not be the perfect fit for every traveler, and that’s why we aim to be transparent; so, you can feel confident and comfortable with your choice to stay here.

King's Cove is a cozy one bedroom condo with accommodations to sleep up to 6 guests. While you're not beachfront & there isn't a fantastic view, the driving proximity to everything Destin can't be beat to live like a local! While we understand that our home may not be a good fit for everyone, we go above and beyond for our guest satisfaction!

>> Where You'll Sleep <<
Bedroom: King bed and two Twin trundle beds.
Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa.

>> Key Features <<
• THREE newly remodeled community pools throughout the complex. The pool next to the tennis courts is seasonally heated.
• Freshly resurfaced tennis courts with Pickleball lines, just bring your gear!
• First floor unit, no stairs, no hassle with luggage!
• Feed the turtles in the pond, right out the front door & across the bridge!
• Less than 1 mile to public beach access at June Decker Beach Trail, Destin Dog Park, Morgan Sportscenter, Big Kahunas, and The Track!
• Gulf Terrace Condominiums now offers electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, located near the laundry facility and tennis courts. No trips across town necessary, top off your battery just steps from your door.

Read along for a quick layout of our space!

When you arrive, you'll walk right in to the living room that boasts a comfortable queen sleeper sofa & an accent chair for lounging. With a wall of sliding glass doors encompassing the living room, the natural light is incredible! Our building offers a quiet space, being an end unit, you're away from the hustle and bustle that a hotel or skyscraper condo would have. We've included Roku TV with cable offered for our guests convenience. Guests can feel free to login to their own media (Netflix, etc.) while traveling as well!

The kitchen area has an open concept to the living room for enjoying your meals and time together. We've stocked this kitchen with appliances, dishes, bake ware, pots & pans, silverware, utensils, crockpot, flat griddle, toaster, blender, and a traditional coffee maker & Keurig! If you plan to cook during your trip, we encourage you to bring along any spices, condiments, & oils you may need as we do not provide any perishable or non-perishable items. There is a breakfast bar with three barstools to enjoy meals, or even setup your workstation if you're on a "work from home" trip. We do not offer a traditional dining room table.

Directly off the living area you can find our one bedroom with a memory foam King bed with an abundance of pillows for a comfortable nights sleep. Under the King bed are two memory foam twin trundle beds, that easily pull out on either side of the bed. The bedroom includes a Roku enabled TV, perfect for relaxing in bed watching your favorite shows on our provided cable at the end of the day.

The bathroom features a shower and tub combo perfect for a relaxing bath, including plush towels, and plenty of space to get ready. We’ve designed it with the comforts of home in mind - spacious, welcoming, and nothing like a cramped hotel bathroom.

Our laundry room right on the patio offers guests the convenience of a full washer and dryer for use during your stay. No need to visit the laundromat!

We have an easy to use high chair, pack and play, plastic silverware, cups, and plastic dishes for our tiny travelers as well! These items are always at the listing, so no need to request them, pay extra to rent them, or pack them along.

You’ll be in one of the best spots within our gated community, with easy access to all the amenities! The tennis courts are right across the parking lot, just bring your gear and play to your heart’s content. One of three community pools sits next to the courts, and it’s the only pool that’s seasonally heated for added enjoyment. A short walk behind the condo leads to a charming little lake, perfect for an evening stroll. Be sure to pause on the bridge to spot the many turtles that call it home! You’ll also find charcoal grills throughout the community for guests to enjoy a relaxed cookout.

Guest Access:
• You’ll receive keyless entry instructions at 4PM CST on the day of your arrival for a smooth, hassle-free check-in.
• Please note this unit is in a shared building, not a standalone home.
• Community amenities, such as the pool and other shared spaces, are available for all guests and residents to enjoy.

The Neighborhood:
• Gulf Terrace Condominiums are located in the heart of Destin, just minutes away from a variety of dining, shopping, and local hotspots.
• You’ll be less than a mile from June White Decker public beach access, Big Kahuna’s Water Park, and The Track Family Fun Parks, making it easy to enjoy all the area has to offer!
• Our complex offers the convenience of two entrances! The main entrance takes you directly onto Destin’s main highway, while the side entrance lets you exit onto a side street with a stoplight, perfect for avoiding traffic when the town gets busy.

Getting Around:
• During busy times it can be easier to take an Uber, Lyft, or taxi to avoid dealing with traffic and parking. The town is fairly easy to navigate, as most everything to do is directly off the main road through in either direction!

Other Things to Note:
• This is a first-floor unit, so you may hear noise from neighboring units. While we do our best to provide a peaceful stay, some factors such as community activity and neighboring guests are outside of our control. Please note this unit is part of a shared building, not a stand-alone home.
• Linens and beach towels are provided. A courtesy supply of essentials (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, trash bag, dish and laundry detergent) is included. For longer stays or larger groups, please bring any additional supplies you may need.
• Please note that beach equipment and beach supplies are not provided.
• Trailer, RV, box truck, or watercraft parking is not permitted in the complex. HOA towing fees apply for any violations.
• As this is a residential complex, a 10PM noise ordinance is in effect. Excessive noise, parties, illegal activity, or disturbances are not permitted at any time.
• All stays with house-trained pets must be disclosed at booking, as a $50 pet fee applies. We allow a maximum of 2 dogs. Pets must be crated when unattended, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after them indoors and outdoors. Pets are not allowed on furniture.
• ADA-recognized service animals are exempt from the pet fee, but Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are not. Please note that providing false information about a service animal is against state law, so we appreciate your honesty.
• While this condo isn’t directly on the beach and the beach is not visible from the unit, public beach access is just a short ¾-mile drive away. We do not have a gated or private beach access at this location.
• This is a mixed community with both full-time residents and short-term guests. Building exteriors are being updated gradually, which is outside our control, but we’ve created a cozy, comfortable space inside for your stay.

Interaction with Guests:
Thank you for choosing to book with us at My Destin Beach Vacation! We are a small business that's locally owned & operated, available to assist you before and during your stay. Please take a moment to review our listing in full, as it includes important details about our place, including the location, amenities, and many other FAQ. If you need further support, the quickest way to get in touch is to message us directly through the booking platform that you've booked your trip on.

Our team is available during standard business hours. Messages sent late at night may be addressed the following morning, but we'll respond as soon as possible!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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

Pets allowed
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
• All guests must read our listing description in full before booking. This home may not be a good fit for everyone, so we want to ensure you have ...

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 first aid kit

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is in the city centre and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like rock climbing.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Henderson Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kings Cove-Central Destin-Heated Pool-Tennis Court located?

This family-friendly Destin condo building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk and Miramar Beach are also within 3 miles (5 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. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

3.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! I’d definitely go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Cozy and close to everything!

My husband and I stayed for our anniversary trip and this condo was just right for us. While there were some minor issues, the property manager was extremely communicative and helpful. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Okay but deff not fit for a family of 6

The property was good etc the only complaint is my family of 6 was cramped!! We didn’t expect it to be 1 bedroom and rollaway beds. My teens had zero privacy 1 bathroom etc it would be suitable for a family of 4 maybe and little kids. Not my family of 3 teens and adults. I would say the price is a little high considering.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Great Loction

My husband and I stayed here. It was perfect for the two of us. It was also dog friendly. It was in a great location, close to all the fun. It was clean and the hosts were very accommodating. We would recommend for a great couple get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica R.

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

K

We showed up about 5 p.m and changed then got back about 9: with my kids. Realized the 6 person room came with 1 single blanket!! All sheets and mattress covers were filthy. After going back and forth with the "manager" a cleaner showed up with sheets after 11 pm. Springs in the sofa bed were broken so we had to put mattress pads on the floor. There was no offer to make our stay more comfortable. FAILED at customer service and CLEANLINESS!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

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

Love this spot!

This space was absolutely wonderful. Beautiful and comfy. Great location. Perfect for single or couple. Felt like home. Would definitely return!
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great owner response, convenient location

We had a great stay. Checkin/checkout was easy and we had a small maintenance issue while there which was addressed in a couple hours. Owner communication was on point. The location was quite convenient for getting to the mains areas around Deston. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

As advertised. Close to great food and beaches.

We enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean and the shower was great! We surf fished, and it is a great location to choose your beach. It was election week nationally, and Hulu gave me access to view the results in the evenings. Great restaurants in the area, and only a 15 min drive to Ft Walton. We had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

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

Occupational Therapist, Mom/Grandmother

It was perfect! The property was beautiful. The residents were friendly. The very best part: I had been telling my family I wanted to install a wheelchair lift by our pool to start doing water therapy for seniors underneath my LLC. They thought I was cuckoo because they just didn’t understand. Now they do! 😂
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Juan Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The people upstairs didn't let me sleep, they played very loud music until 4am, the lawn is not maintained. but the property is very comfortable, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

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

Family Trip

My sole purpose of the trip was to meet and spend time with family who were vacationing at the beach. I didn’t spend much time in the unit. The unit is small, while it sleeps 4 I would not stay with more than 2 adults and 1 sm child. It’s clean and close to complex pools. It’s ground floor location is perfect if you’re traveling with a pet like I was. The hosts were great and very prompt and responsive to questions. It’s close to Nancy Weidenhamer dog park, Publix, Walmart and beaches. All in all it was a nice relaxing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON T., Ocala, Fl

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

Perfect location

My daughter and I had the best time. The condo was absolutely perfect for us. The beds were very comfortable and everything was so clean. There was plenty of linens and towels. The Community pools was wonderful and everything you wanted or needed was within a few blocks. Matthew and Sarah were amazing. Anytime I needed them they we’re right there with quick responses and so nice to work with. I cannot recommend this property or the them enough. I would be honored to stay at any of the properties at anytime. Thank you both so much for everything. We had the best time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Kristie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not fit for a king.

The unit is in a gated community so that was good. The hosts were very polite and responded promptly. I don’t want to “ bash” their rental, because I don’t feel they deserve that, however I must say, it was NOT clean when we arrived. They need a different cleaning company. The whole place smelled musty and the coffee table still had rings and smudges from food on it, ( I CLEANED IT) there was a bag of leftover Wendy’s in the microwave, the “ patio” was not swept and covered in dirt, bugs and a dead toad, we wiped down the outside chairs and the cloth was black afterwards, and the bathtub appeared to have mold or some black substance all around it. The bed was possibly the most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever encountered and it squeaked loudly anytime either of us moved!The upstairs neighbor makes a bit of noise, when you’re trying to sleep, but the listing actually does tell you that, so I was prepared. We left a day early because we just couldn’t handle another night there. Sorry to the hosts, who were lovely, for this review. I’m not going to make it worse by posting photos.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail K., MONROE, NC

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

Immaculately Clean

The unit was immaculate with apparent recent improvements. There were personal touches and small supplies of things such as soup and lotion and dishwashing liquid and laundry detergents pods which were greatly appreciated. I didn’t see a hair dryer so was glad I brought mine but I saw an iron and ironing board. Extra linen and blankets, board games, books. Nice decor, very firm mattress. Excellent communication with the owners! Again, immaculately clean! A great property for the price range, I would say just great quality for the price. The only thing that bothered us a bit was hearing an upstairs neighbor walking around late at night pretty loud so prepare ear plugs. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carey R.

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

Sweet little retreat; great price

Close to all of the great places in Destin, this little retreat is sweet and great on the budget. It was perfect for the two of us to get away for a few days. Close to the best beaches. We opted to pay to go to Henderson Beach State Park. If we had brought the kids, it would have been tight, but it was perfect for us. Everything was clean and check in was a breeze. Oh and we were able to bring our dog for a small fee. She did great and the complex offers pet waste stations through out. The inside was great! This property faces the parking lot and you do hear minimal traffic sounds as well as airplane traffic, but that subsides at night. We are pretty low key and the owners communicated this in advance so we were well aware. We didn’t go to the pool this trip, but have stayed before and they were great for our family. We would definitely recommend this place and we would be willing to stay again as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Armando G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

courtney

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was just ok. When some people travel, they are leaving nice clean homes and dont want to stay somewhere dirty. This location is not clean. I kept on socks and flip flops the entire time. Neighbors upstairs are noisy in the morning and will interupt your sleep. The house needs to be aired out. It smells like grandmas house. Also, no real tv to watch. The old Toshiba tv's didnt all ow us to use a firestick. Wont be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lexie

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

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