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Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach

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A living room with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a sofa with decorative pillows.
A deck with four Adirondack chairs facing a beach.
A beach view with a white building and a sandy area with grass.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and a building with balconies.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table with chairs. There is a ceiling fan and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
With a beachfront view, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 11 guests. It offers access to fishing, snorkeling, and motorboating nearby. Enjoy ocean views from the patio while exploring Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park close by.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Destin Harbor
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Waterpark access
  • Swimming pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Patio

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Common Space

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bathroom

Toilet

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach

Beautiful 3-Bedroom Beach Front Townhome in the Heart of Destin!

Southbay by the Gulf, is a quaint little townhome community located on the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This secluded property offers such a variety of vacation homes; you will be drawn back, time after memorable time. Our units feature private patios to enjoy beautiful views from. Southbay has 2 swimming pools and 2 kiddy pools; we heat the south pool seasonally. If it's tennis that you love, we have that too. Our grounds are made for walking so park at your front door and enjoy a stroll through the property while feeding the birds, fish and turtles. *Beach Service Included (2 Chairs & 1 Umbrella).  Available March - October.


*7 night minimum (Saturday - Saturday) Memorial Day - Labor Day / Spring Break & Fall Break*

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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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3156563vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Ready for a night out? Consider Jetty East Condominiums and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Harbor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Beaches - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Jolee Island Nature Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best time on the Beach - Southbay by the Gulf 129 - Private Patio | Walk to the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay are also within 1 mile (2 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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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

We loved this property. It was so peaceful and we can’t wait to bring our family next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2024
I am so happy you enjoyed your stay!! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends getaway

We came to Destin for fun trip and the stay is really spacious for our gang. We are 10 adults and 1 intact . The patios are really good and the beach is less crowded in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2024
Hello, We are so glad you had a great stay! Please feel free to give us a call for future reservation needs!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the place were very nice. The living room furniture was horrible! It needs to be replaced. Bedroom sliding glass door upstairs was broken. Couldn’t lock it nor slide it open. We never got to sit out on the deck of the bedroom. The deck and furniture off the living room area was very nice. This rental was very expensive for what was there. Additional beach service was almost 500 for two chairs and an umbrella! Won’t stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2025
Hi Joy, thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. I’m happy to hear you enjoyed the location and the deck area, but I’m really sorry about the issues you ran into during your stay. We’ve already scheduled updates for the living room furniture and repairs for the sliding door to make sure future guests have a smoother experience. The beach service is run by an outside vendor, but I completely understand how that cost could be frustrating. We truly appreciate your feedback — it helps us improve — and we hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Unamazed

Smoke detectors had to be removed from wall. Maintenance told us to do it and the would be out the next day and they didn’t show up.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!!!

I would absolutely stay at this property again as it was perfect for my family. Our biggest priority when choosing properties is proximity to the beach and it was so easy to go back and forth to the condo if needed. The property manager is easy to contact through text and they respond very quickly. I only had one concern during our stay which luckily was resolved. There is a beach service that sets up chairs/umbrellas for people to rent for the day/week. We paid for one of their few beach front condos so I was very frustrated when I thought in order for us to be close to the water (I have small kids) we had to pay to rent from that company. Yes it does state in HOA but regardless of if they are supposed to or not they take up entire beach line. The first day we set up at the only spot available (we had 4 chairs) and that took up the rest of the front row spots. After expressing concern to property manager and the chair service themselves we found out through the chair service that our condo came with two free chairs and umbrella for the week. A couple days later we found a flyer that we had that with our condo but it wasn’t something that I felt like was communicated to us clearly. I would definitely stay at this property again I didn’t feel like we were in a crowded beach even though it was spring break. I would ensure if it’s a priority for you to be close to the water you make sure you still get a free rental chair/umbrella for the week or you will be disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2025
Thank you, Allie. I'm glad to hear the property was perfect for your family and that the beach proximity made your stay enjoyable. I appreciate your feedback about the beach service and the communication regarding the complimentary chairs and umbrella. We will work on providing clearer information for our guests. It's great to know you would choose this property again, and we look forward to welcoming you back for your next stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unschlagbare Lage mit direktem Strandzugang

Geräumiger Hausteil auf 3 Etagen, tolle Sicht auf den Strand. Wohnung hatte alles (Weingläser wären ein plus gewesen, wir haben halt dann Margarita-Gläser genommen); genügend Pfannen und Besteck. Gute Kommunikation mit Management, schnell Antwort.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

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