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Emerald Gem *Heated Pool & Private Beach Access*
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 500 sq ft
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Explore the area

Destin, FL
- Destin Beaches1 min walk
- Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park19 min walk
- Destin Harbor Boardwalk4 min drive
- Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Emerald Gem *Heated Pool & Private Beach Access*
Summary:
Come indulge in paradise at The Emerald Gem! Our 1 bedroom, 1 bath cozy condo offers a queen bedroom, high end sleeper sofa, and built in twin bunks. Amenities are a-plenty in the 24 hour security monitored gated community of Sandpiper Cove. Enjoy private gated beach access with beach service for 2 included (seasonally), 5 community pools & hot tubs, tennis & shuffleboard courts, on-site restaurant, a private guest-only beach bar, & our very own 9 hole golf course. Memories WILL be made here!
The Space:
*** All Guests must be 25 years of age excluding children of the booked guest. ID verification will be required at check in gate upon arrival. No Exceptions Permitted ***
The Emerald Gem is a cozy & absolutely stunning modern condo, recently renovated in 2023 in the sought after Sandpiper Cove Resort. Enjoy amenities, amenities, amenities! Start with a cool beverage of choice right outside your bedroom door or a meal at the picnic style table on your large private patio overlooking the grassy area, horseshoe pits & pool area. There is plenty of space to cook in and eat in the A/C in the newly remodeled kitchen with high-end granite countertops and a breakfast bar with seating for 4. Relax on the soft leather sofa that converts to a queen size bed with memory foam mattress for sleeping. Watch movies, play board games and visit in the living area that overlooks the large deck through the windows. Snuggle up in the intimate bedroom on a queen size bed with patio door that leads to large outdoor space, and let the kids enjoy the built in hallway twin bunks!
*KEY FEATURES*
⁃ Elevated first floor unit just a few stair steps up from the parking lot
⁃ Park outside your unit/no elevator
⁃ Spa like bathroom with oversized tub and glass enclosure
⁃ Washer and dryer in unit
⁃ 4 minute walk to the beach with 1100 feet of private beach access
⁃ Pickle ball courts
⁃ Tennis courts
⁃ 9 hole pitch and putt golf course
⁃ 5 pools and 3 hot tubs
⁃ On site fine dining at Louisiana Lagniappe overlooking the water
⁃ Water taxi service to Destin Harborwalk village
⁃ Beach service included with unit - 1 umbrella and 2 chairs (seasonally)
⁃ Horseshoe pits
⁃ Ricks Sand Trap Beach bar and grill on site overlooking 1100 feet of private beach
⁃ Built in twin bunk bed with lighting and charging stations
⁃ Large Private deck with dining table, conversation area
⁃ Pets allowed, maximum of 2 up to 35lbs. (MUST NOTIFY AT BOOKING)
⁃ 24 hour guarded and gated resort community
⁃ Private Electric grill & Community Charcoal Grills
⁃ Single cup and full pot coffee maker & Keurig-for all coffee lovers
⁃ Full Size Stainless steel appliances: Fridge, Dishwasher, Stove & Air Fry Oven, Microwave
*Bedrooms*
Our one bedroom is intimate and cozy with a queen size ultra-comfortable bed. Enjoy our complimentary basic cable, or logging into your own streaming media on the wall mounted ROKU smart TV.
For the kids, or additional guests, we feature an open concept twin bunk bed built into the hallway that includes lighting for reading & charging stations right in each bunk.
In the living area, our plush leather sofa folds out to queen size bed with a memory foam mattress.
Sheets, blankets, and pillows are provided.
Under the bunk bed is perfect for luggage storage, and clothing storage is available in the small open closet shelving or armoire in the living area.
*Bathroom*
The one bathroom offers a well lit granite top vanity with spa like feel. The shower includes a 60 inch oversized tub with sliding glass enclosure for options for soaking or rainfall shower. We provide bath towels, wash cloths, and a hair dryer for guests to use during their stay. A courtesy supply of toilet paper & single use hotel style soap is provided, but please be sure to bring any additional toiletries needed.
*Living Area and Kitchen*
Relax in the cozy living area with a reading chair and large soft leather sofa. The sofa folds out to convert to a queen size bed with a memory foam mattress. The 55" ROKU smart TV offers complimentary basic cable as well as the ability to watch your own streaming accounts if desired. Wi-Fi internet is provided.
There's a fully stocked kitchen with dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, blender, toaster, and more for cooking. Enjoy dining for 4 at the breakfast bar with granite countertops. Modern pendant lighting and new appliances, including oven with air fryer and over the range modern microwave will make you feel like you have all the conveniences of home. A modern luxury industrial style matte black faucet with gold accents and detachable spray nozzle are in the space for your convenience. Coffee drinkers can enjoy either a single cup or full pot of coffee from our combination coffee dispenser or a Keurig, just bring your favorite coffee or K-Cups along! A few pantry shelves are available for storing your groceries for the week. A stackable washer and dryer are located in the hall near the entrance where you will find an iron and ironing board as well.
*Outdoor Space and Amenities*
Please enjoy the oversized deck and patio, accessed through the patio door right outside your bedroom. You can dine outside at the cozy patio table, watch a horse shoe game at the drink rail on the comfortable bar stools or relax in the Adirondack chairs while grilling on the electric grill. One of the 5 community pools is located just off your patio, down the stairs across the grassy area where you can throw footballs or play horse shoes. From the patio staircase, you can quickly access the beach with just a short 4 minute walk to 1100 feet of private access only beach. Play pickle ball or tennis on the courts located in the resort just a short walk from the unit. Shuffle board and horse shoes can also be played on the grounds. If you enjoy golf, a 9 hole pitch and putt golf course is on property. After a day of play enjoy a nice dinner on site at the Louisiana Lagniappe while overlooking the water. Take the water taxi from their restaurant or from the marina over to the Harborwalk Village to enjoy the many dining and entertainment options there as well.
Tiny Travelers:
We have a pack & play, high chair, and plastic cutlery/dishes/cups for our tiny travelers. These items are always at the condo, and available for guest use.
We are pet friendly, with a one time $50 fee for up to two dogs or cats 35lbs or less. $40 of this fee is due to us prior to arrival, and the additional $10 is to be paid at the gate upon arrival. We do require that your pet is house trained, leashed when outside in common areas, cleaned up after both indoors and outdoors, crated when left unattended, and not permitted on furniture at any time. This price is not included in your booking price, unless you've selected to add your pet as a "guest". Otherwise, it is a payment request that will be sent over after your booking to be paid prior to check in. We will need to know your pet name, gender, breed, coloring, and weight if you book with your furry friend!
Please be sure to read our house rules, and ask us any questions that come to mind before hitting that "BOOK NOW" button!
Come indulge in paradise at The Emerald Gem! Our 1 bedroom, 1 bath cozy condo offers a queen bedroom, high end sleeper sofa, and built in twin bunks. Amenities are a-plenty in the 24 hour security monitored gated community of Sandpiper Cove. Enjoy private gated beach access with beach service for 2 included (seasonally), 5 community pools & hot tubs, tennis & shuffleboard courts, on-site restaurant, a private guest-only beach bar, & our very own 9 hole golf course. Memories WILL be made here!
The Space:
*** All Guests must be 25 years of age excluding children of the booked guest. ID verification will be required at check in gate upon arrival. No Exceptions Permitted ***
The Emerald Gem is a cozy & absolutely stunning modern condo, recently renovated in 2023 in the sought after Sandpiper Cove Resort. Enjoy amenities, amenities, amenities! Start with a cool beverage of choice right outside your bedroom door or a meal at the picnic style table on your large private patio overlooking the grassy area, horseshoe pits & pool area. There is plenty of space to cook in and eat in the A/C in the newly remodeled kitchen with high-end granite countertops and a breakfast bar with seating for 4. Relax on the soft leather sofa that converts to a queen size bed with memory foam mattress for sleeping. Watch movies, play board games and visit in the living area that overlooks the large deck through the windows. Snuggle up in the intimate bedroom on a queen size bed with patio door that leads to large outdoor space, and let the kids enjoy the built in hallway twin bunks!
*KEY FEATURES*
⁃ Elevated first floor unit just a few stair steps up from the parking lot
⁃ Park outside your unit/no elevator
⁃ Spa like bathroom with oversized tub and glass enclosure
⁃ Washer and dryer in unit
⁃ 4 minute walk to the beach with 1100 feet of private beach access
⁃ Pickle ball courts
⁃ Tennis courts
⁃ 9 hole pitch and putt golf course
⁃ 5 pools and 3 hot tubs
⁃ On site fine dining at Louisiana Lagniappe overlooking the water
⁃ Water taxi service to Destin Harborwalk village
⁃ Beach service included with unit - 1 umbrella and 2 chairs (seasonally)
⁃ Horseshoe pits
⁃ Ricks Sand Trap Beach bar and grill on site overlooking 1100 feet of private beach
⁃ Built in twin bunk bed with lighting and charging stations
⁃ Large Private deck with dining table, conversation area
⁃ Pets allowed, maximum of 2 up to 35lbs. (MUST NOTIFY AT BOOKING)
⁃ 24 hour guarded and gated resort community
⁃ Private Electric grill & Community Charcoal Grills
⁃ Single cup and full pot coffee maker & Keurig-for all coffee lovers
⁃ Full Size Stainless steel appliances: Fridge, Dishwasher, Stove & Air Fry Oven, Microwave
*Bedrooms*
Our one bedroom is intimate and cozy with a queen size ultra-comfortable bed. Enjoy our complimentary basic cable, or logging into your own streaming media on the wall mounted ROKU smart TV.
For the kids, or additional guests, we feature an open concept twin bunk bed built into the hallway that includes lighting for reading & charging stations right in each bunk.
In the living area, our plush leather sofa folds out to queen size bed with a memory foam mattress.
Sheets, blankets, and pillows are provided.
Under the bunk bed is perfect for luggage storage, and clothing storage is available in the small open closet shelving or armoire in the living area.
*Bathroom*
The one bathroom offers a well lit granite top vanity with spa like feel. The shower includes a 60 inch oversized tub with sliding glass enclosure for options for soaking or rainfall shower. We provide bath towels, wash cloths, and a hair dryer for guests to use during their stay. A courtesy supply of toilet paper & single use hotel style soap is provided, but please be sure to bring any additional toiletries needed.
*Living Area and Kitchen*
Relax in the cozy living area with a reading chair and large soft leather sofa. The sofa folds out to convert to a queen size bed with a memory foam mattress. The 55" ROKU smart TV offers complimentary basic cable as well as the ability to watch your own streaming accounts if desired. Wi-Fi internet is provided.
There's a fully stocked kitchen with dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, blender, toaster, and more for cooking. Enjoy dining for 4 at the breakfast bar with granite countertops. Modern pendant lighting and new appliances, including oven with air fryer and over the range modern microwave will make you feel like you have all the conveniences of home. A modern luxury industrial style matte black faucet with gold accents and detachable spray nozzle are in the space for your convenience. Coffee drinkers can enjoy either a single cup or full pot of coffee from our combination coffee dispenser or a Keurig, just bring your favorite coffee or K-Cups along! A few pantry shelves are available for storing your groceries for the week. A stackable washer and dryer are located in the hall near the entrance where you will find an iron and ironing board as well.
*Outdoor Space and Amenities*
Please enjoy the oversized deck and patio, accessed through the patio door right outside your bedroom. You can dine outside at the cozy patio table, watch a horse shoe game at the drink rail on the comfortable bar stools or relax in the Adirondack chairs while grilling on the electric grill. One of the 5 community pools is located just off your patio, down the stairs across the grassy area where you can throw footballs or play horse shoes. From the patio staircase, you can quickly access the beach with just a short 4 minute walk to 1100 feet of private access only beach. Play pickle ball or tennis on the courts located in the resort just a short walk from the unit. Shuffle board and horse shoes can also be played on the grounds. If you enjoy golf, a 9 hole pitch and putt golf course is on property. After a day of play enjoy a nice dinner on site at the Louisiana Lagniappe while overlooking the water. Take the water taxi from their restaurant or from the marina over to the Harborwalk Village to enjoy the many dining and entertainment options there as well.
Tiny Travelers:
We have a pack & play, high chair, and plastic cutlery/dishes/cups for our tiny travelers. These items are always at the condo, and available for guest use.
We are pet friendly, with a one time $50 fee for up to two dogs or cats 35lbs or less. $40 of this fee is due to us prior to arrival, and the additional $10 is to be paid at the gate upon arrival. We do require that your pet is house trained, leashed when outside in common areas, cleaned up after both indoors and outdoors, crated when left unattended, and not permitted on furniture at any time. This price is not included in your booking price, unless you've selected to add your pet as a "guest". Otherwise, it is a payment request that will be sent over after your booking to be paid prior to check in. We will need to know your pet name, gender, breed, coloring, and weight if you book with your furry friend!
Please be sure to read our house rules, and ask us any questions that come to mind before hitting that "BOOK NOW" button!
Property manager
Matthew & Sarah Reich
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
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Kitchen
Washer
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Pet-friendly
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Children allowed: ages 0–17
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About the area
Destin
Located on the beach, this condo is in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons 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 Fort Walton Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like rock climbing.

Destin, FL
What's nearby
- Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Henderson Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
- Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - 3 min drive
- Harbor Docks - 3 min drive
- The Pancakery - 13 min walk
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Reviews
10
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10/10
Amenities
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Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris P.
21 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
Chris P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
David B.
5 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
David B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer L.
10 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice condo
Jennifer L.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jenny S.
29 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet slice of heaven
Jenny S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay J.
6 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation home!
Lindsay J.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey T.
17 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Vacation Home
Kelsey T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian & Stacy M.
7 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Brian & Stacy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexis
22 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alexis
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber E.
14 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew T.
23 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Matthew T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
29 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
Robert P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew P.
4 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Andrew P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joy L.
26 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Joy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kym C., Murfreesboro, TN
9 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Kym C.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Therese R.
13 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay
Therese R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
terry e.
6 Jan, 2024
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Elser stay
terry e.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Celena S.
22 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decent place to stay but not worth the cost
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
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9 Aug, 2024
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About the host
Hosted by Matthew & Sarah Reich

Languages:
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