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Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 225114 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

First Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

First Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest House - Second Floor Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Second Floor - Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

First Floor - Guest Bathroom

First Floor - Guest Bathroom

Guest House - Second Floor Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Second Floor - Guest Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!

Sandcastle Dreams -

When you start dreaming of sandcastles and blue-green waves, you know it’s time for an Emerald Coast vacation. So, why not book a stay at one of the stunning vacation rentals located in Destin’s exclusive community of Destiny? Sandcastle Dreams is a Mediterranean-style vacation villa that looks remarkably like a luxury sandcastle itself. This dreamy home features seven bedrooms, six baths, and a separate guest house. It can comfortably accommodate up to 22 happy beachgoers.

The main level of this grand home boasts an incredible great room that flows through the living, kitchen, and dining areas to create an open and welcoming atmosphere. The elegantly styled living room includes two light-blue couches and two floral accent chairs, all of which surround a regal coffee table and face a TV that sits above a dormant fireplace. The living room connects seamlessly to a formal dining alcove that features a vintage chandelier and table for six. A kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, an island, and a mini sidebar with seating for two is located on the other side of the living room. A bonus breakfast area with a white table and seating for six is provided, as well.

The first level also includes two of the home’s bedrooms. One primary suite features a king-size bed, intimate patio overlooking the pool, and private bath with dual vanities and a soaking tub. A large guest room provides ample sleeping space with a king-size bed and full bunk.

Upstairs, guests will find a game room with Billiards and a card table, where the kids and kids-at-heart can play and make fun memories. This level includes an expansive furnished balcony that looks out over the pool and lake. Four additional bedrooms are also located on the second floor. The primary suite boasts a king-size bed, private bath with walk-in shower and soaking tub, and access to the balcony. Each of the three guest rooms feature king-size beds, one of which has a bonus full bunk.

The separate two-level guest house has the main living space on the second floor accessible by an exterior staircase. An intimate seating ensemble is comprised of a light-toned wraparound couch, maple-topped coffee table, and TV. A dining table with four chairs and a full kitchen completes the space. The final bedroom includes a king-size bed and private bath.

In addition to sleeping and living accommodations, guests will enjoy the luxury of the property’s private pool. The large pool, columned veranda, gas grill, and open sundeck all provide a great place for guests to relax, sip a tropical cocktail, cook a poolside meal, and soak up the sun. When you’re ready to venture off the premises, the beach is only a short stroll away. Other nearby entertainment can be found at Seascape, the Village of Baytowne Wharf, or Silver Sands Premium Outlets.

Main House:

First Floor: Living Room with Patio Access, Kitchen, Dining, King Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Soaking Tub + Patio Access, King Bedroom with Full Bunk, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo, Laundry.

Second Floor: Game Room with Pool Table and Balcony Access, King Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Soaking Tub + Balcony Access, King Bedroom with Tub/Shower Combo, King Bedroom with Full Bunk, King Bedroom, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo.

Guest House:

First Floor: Exterior Staircase, Garage (Non-Accessible).

Second Floor: Living Room, Kitchen, Dining, King Bedroom with Tub/Shower Combo.

*Add $100.00 per day to the heat pool (available Oct-April if needed)

*Based on the daily temperature and at the HOA's discretion, the community pool is typically heated during spring break.

*Note – This property may have date restrictions that apply. All reservations submitted online are a request until receiving an email confirmation from Ocean Reef Resorts. For more details, please review our Minimum Night Stay under Rental Policies. An e-signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival.

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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

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

About the area

Destin

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • James Lee Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Destin Commons - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!?

As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool! on 20 Apr, 2026 start from S$530, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastle Dreams - Lake Front w/ Guest House, Gulf Views, Heated Private Pool! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. James Lee Park and Shore at Crystal Beach Park 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

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

Graduation Weekend

What a wonderful stay. The house met every need and was conveniently located for all we had going on. Would stay here again if available in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2024
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time here. Thank you for your review and for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome week

Everything was just as advertised. House was great. Plenty of room for 18 of us to spread out. Quiet, clean, and comfortable. Pool and outside cooking area was also very nice. Communication with property manager and informative text were great as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2024
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

July Vac

Everything was good except the pool, for some reason it was not clean properly and cause ear infection on more than one person.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your feedback and we apologize for this unpleasant experience while on vacation. We have had our pool tech out since your stay and all pool chemical were at safe levels. Should your travels bring you back to our shores soon please give us a call. Thank you for being our guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Big Fall home

We stayed in this house Oct 7-14- We had 19 people and still plenty of room for more. The pool area beautiful. My son cooked in the grill area worked good. I do wish they had more big frying pans but no big deal. The rooms were so big everyone had a great time right across the beach. No steps you had to go down.Everything was just perfect. the pictures are exactly what it looks like. We did have cold weather so I would have heated the pool if I knew it was going to be cold but usually we go at this time of year is pretty warm so this is why we chose to not heat it up. But everyone had a great time. I would definately rent again. OH one last thing NO BUGS this was awesome and the house smelled great and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 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

6/10 Okay

Kristy D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not Great

Numerous issues! First, call to verify when your rental is available. We were told we could get in early, twice via text and phone call. However, it was not ready. We were told an inspector needed to go into the property for our safety. When we were able to get in the home, the ice maker was frozen solid. Both couches and 1 chair legs were broken. Fridge would not go below 44’, right burner only works on high. Built in grill doesn’t work, grill that did work, the gas ON when we got there. All floors were dirty, had to wear shoes or else bottom of feet would be black. Dirty towel and trash in upstairs main closet, no hot water. Came out twice to fix, breaker was turned off. Pool not heated on arrival, which we paid extra for. Numerous exterior lights were out, no extra blankets, stained sheets. There were more issues, but too many to list. We would not rent this unit again. Feel sorry for the renters that come immediately after use who wont be able to read this review.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2025
We sincerely apologize that the home didn’t meet your expectations. After your stay, we conducted a thorough inspection and are addressing all matters to ensure a better experience for future guests. Thank you for being our guest, and we appreciate your understanding.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean and very close to the beach. House had plenty of room for all of us pool was great. Would have liked the hot water for showers to be able to accommodate all of us. We had an amazing stay. Just FyI there is not beach chairs or any sort of equipment like a cooler or beach toys or a wagon , so you will need to plan on grabbing a few things. I liked there was donation bins at the end of the beach. We added a few things for others. But amazing stay for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2025
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope that your travels bring you back soon. Thank you for choosing Ocean Reef Resorts!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your review. We would love to know how we can make future stays better. Please do not hesitate to reach out with your thoughts. Thank you for being our guest!

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