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Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!

Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!

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Welcome to Pelican Retreat!
This beautiful beach home comes with a backyard oasis featuring a pool, lounge areas, and an outdoor dining table.
Enjoy a quick walk to the beach — just down the street!
Fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances and barstool seating at the island counter.
Living room features two couches and a TV.

Overview of Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationJames Lee Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationDestin Commons14 min walk
  • Popular LocationEmerald Coast Centre3 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)7 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!

Beach gear rental credit is included at this property for qualifying stays. Read below for more details!

Welcome to Pelican Retreat!

WHAT TO LOVE ABOUT THIS HOME:
- 5 Minute Walk to the BEACH!
- Private Pool
- Pet Friendly
- Short Walk to Restaurant & Shopping

A quintessential beach house just one block from beach is complete with a gorgeous pool in famous Crystal Beach...which conjures of images of sun splashed days biking and walking to the beach. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths total with granite countertops, updated flooring, stainless steel appliances, and much more. Lushly and tropically landscaped exterior with a perfect side grilling area in addition to the heated pool with a full sprinkler system.

This custom completely renovated home is just a hop, skip and a jump to the beach, and makes for a perfect for your next family vacation. Pelican Retreat is a short and safe two-minute walk to the world-famous white sand beaches and emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico!

You will fall in love with the Crystal Beach neighborhood of Destin, known for its white picket fences and upscale cottage-style homes. The area is convenient to an outdoor shopping mall, a movie theater, countless restaurants, and shops, water park, go carts, and several world class golf courses, but still maintains a quiet and family-friendly beach atmosphere. No high-rise condos are allowed in this unique area.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:

Primary BEDROOM: King Bed (Sleeps 2)
BEDROOM 2: Queen Bed (Sleeps 2)
BEDROOM 3: 2x twin beds, 1 full bed (Sleeps 4)
Living Room w/ Sofa Bed (Sleeps 2)
Kitchen
Dining Room

All AvantStay guests have access to our 24/7 guest experience line, a dedicated hospitality manager, and hotel-grade amenities.

*Home Truths:*
- Please note that active commercial and residential construction is currently underway in the city of Destin.
- Pool heat is available for an additional fee but must be requested at least 48 hours before your stay.
- Please note: Pool heat will not be available during the summer months (April 1 - October 31).
- This home accepts a maximum of 2 pets. But pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $150 per pet and a deposit of $300. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- A high chair is provided at this home.

Parking Details:
No street parking is allowed. Please only use designated parking areas. Failure to comply could result in a warning or towing.

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Beach Gear Credit:

AvantStay has partnered with VayK Gear, a beach gear delivery service provider, to offer beach gear rentals to our guests!

Guests with reservations of 2 to 14 nights at participating AvantStay properties will receive a credit towards beach gear rentals during your stay. The credit amount will vary based on your booking. You may use your credit for bicycles, chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, boogie boards, and more - the choice is yours!

Once you’ve made your reservation at one of our participating properties, be on the lookout for an email from VayK Gear to make your gear selection. If you reach the credit limit, you can still add additional items priced at their exclusive, discounted rates. To keep your vacation stress-free, your gear will be delivered to your rental property on the day you arrive and will be picked up the day you depart.

PLEASE NOTE: From mid-spring to early fall, beach gear inventory - especially bicycles - are in high demand and may be limited. We recommend reserving your gear as early as possible.

*Credit is applicable to guest reservations of 2 to 14 nights only. There is no cash value if the credit is not used. Some properties do not participate in this program and will not have any reference to beach gear credit in their property descriptions.

Property manager

AvantStay
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets 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 Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • James Lee Park - 13 min walk
  • Destin Commons - 14 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 19 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 3 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crab Trap Destin - 13 min walk
  • World of Beer - 17 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In - 14 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 18 min walk
  • Miller's Ale House - Destin - 16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Retreat by AvantStay | 5 MINS TO BEACH | Pet Friendly w/ Pool & BBQ! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful home in the middle of everything.
We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was beautiful and stocked with everything needed to be able to enjoy our stay. The pool was smaller than we expected but overall it was great to have and very inviting. The rooms were all very clean and spacious. Overall we loved our stay here and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mostly what we expected
Pelican retreat is a lovely home and is a very comfortable walk to the beach, even for us seniors. The pool was also perfect, since we paid extra for it to be heated. It was a great place to relax and in a nice neighborhood. Although, it was clearly “off season” as there were many rentals not being used while we were there. Communication with our Avant Stay team was required twice with prompt responses and resolutions. Two minor complaints: The Avant Stay WiFi for the property (much like a hotel) was cumbersome to use, lost connectivity regularly and was difficult for Android access. There was plenty of dish ware, however, cooking pans and utensils were minimal. (Frying pan handle was loose with no screwdriver to tighten it up.)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A., Plainfield IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This place was great! Very clean, the pool was wonderful, and it was very close to the beach, a very short walk. The management company was very communicative throughout our stay and overall we were very happy. We would definitely stay here again, and hopefully will as we had a wonderful time, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
We loved this house. You could not beat the location, one block to the beach. You can walk back from beach for lunch, it is that close!! There is a public beach access at that location at end of street. The bedrooms and closets were very spacious and the pool was fantastic. We spent most of our days in the pool floating around. The shared bathroom is pretty small. We had one person in each of those 2 additional bedrooms, it would be tight if you had max capacity or if you had a bunch of females trying to get ready. The neighborhood is so quant and cute. We rented bikes from the VayK Gear with our credit that we had. Would highly recommend, even if you don't like to ride bikes, you will love riding bikes in this neighborhood. We also rented beach chairs but those were not needed. There were plenty at the house, along with a few noodles, sand bucket etc. I would recommend renting or bringing a wagon or driving to beach and dropping stuff off in the morning. Public beach fills up fast, like 9 am. The only downside at all would be the internet. I was able to get the internet to work on my laptop but not my phone all week. You may need to sign-in each day to gain access. There is also a tad bit of wear and tear probably from renters. The ice maker made ice but you had to get it out by hand from freezer and there were places that need to be repainted on trim, doors and baseboards. We also rented a pontoon boat in Ft Walton Beach for the day and went to Crab Island - We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home
Very nice vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by AvantStay

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At AvantStay, we pride ourselves on our guest experience. We do the trip planning - so you can spend more time on vacation. With 24/7 customer support, a dedicated concierge, and tech-enabled touchpoints from the moment you book to an easy and seamless check-out, we make your experience as carefree as you could possibly want it to be. AvantStay features 500 homes in 30+ destinations and is growing quickly. For any questions about your next trip, please don't hesitate to reach out directly and we'd be more than happy to help your vacation come true.

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