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Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!

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Villa 3 with views of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Destiny just 50 steps to beach
Front porch in front of Villa 3 across from Public Park. YOU CAN SEE THE BEACH!
Destiny Beach Villas pool - just a 30 second walk from the villa.
Dutch door makes it safe for kiddos - no gate needed.
Upstairs living and dining area with Gulf views.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bunk Room - Downstairs

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom with Views of Lake - Downstairs

1 King Bed

Master Upstairs - King Bed with View of Lake Private Porch

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3 - Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 - Half Bath off Master Bedroom Upstairs

Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom - Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Outside Showers

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!

Enjoy a discount if you book 4 days or more! Upstairs villa sleeps four. Downstairs villa sleeps six. Full baths on each floor. Both floors have their own kitchen, living room.

Reserve your 4 Bedroom Villa for SUMMER 50 Steps to the Beach. Perfect for 2 Families. Vacation in Destin's most exclusive community! Magnificent views of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Destiny can be enjoyed from this charming villa nestled only 50 steps from Florida's most beautiful beach. You will be impressed by this luxurious neighborhood and outstanding beach and lakefront setting unparalleled throughout Destin! The villa is centrally located in Crystal Beach, across from the public and open access James Lee Park. Breathtaking views can be seen from this villa in Crystal Beach/Miramar Beach area, largely residential. Each floor in villa is large enough to fit a family so extended families or friends can rent with together; 2 full kitchens and living areas, and much less expensive than renting one home.
**NOTE: You can rent just one floor/2 bedrooms. Each has separate entrance and are fully private condos. VRBO requests us to have separate ads for the two bedrooms: 1295318 and 982447 We have the Best Views of the GULF from our Villa - AND REVIEWS! WOW! Over 50 ***** reviews. We have managed our own villa rental for over 20 years. Our repeat renters - more than 50% - will tell you about the villa - clean, updated and how conscientiously we take time to make sure all our renters have the best experience during their beach vacation. We are located 100 yards from the Crab Trap Restaurant, less than one and a half miles from the Destin Commons Mall (H&M, Boston Proper, Destin Food Hall, World of Beer) , the Silver Sands Outlet Mall, Sandestin/ Grand Boulevard (Lily Pulitzer, Pottery Barn, Faherty Clothing,

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We welcome little ones w/ books, games videos!
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Events

No events allowed
No weddings; no University Greek groups.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is strictly prohibited in or around unit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 36610vb
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
Note from host: No weddings; no University Greek groups.
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach 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. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach! on 14 Aug, 2026 start from S$741, 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 Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Villa on Scenic by James Lee Park. Gulf and Lake VIEWS 50 Steps to Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin villa is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great location

Good enough space, the location is perfect enough you don’t want to stay inside anyways! Will definitely re book!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the kind review! We love our villa and love to share it with such wonderful guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

So close to the ocean!

overall great experience, loved how close we were to the beach! owners very responsive, and allowed us to check in early.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you Kelly! We enjoyed having you stay at the villa. We hope to see you and your family again soon. Laura and Gregg
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Lovely

Great location. Villas are always nice. Owner is communicative and I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

mandi p.

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

Great place for two families

When renting both units together is is perfect for two families separate yet indoor access to each other!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review Mandi. We hope you had a nice stay. If there is anything we could do to have received a five star review let us know. We truly wish for our guests to be happy and have the best vacation memories. We apologize one of our dryers went out during your stay and hope it was not too much of an inconvenience. Please return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anth D.

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

Great last minute trip!

Last minute and quick, but we had a great time! 5 times to destin/miramar, 1st time staying here. Will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Loved every minute of it

Property was immaculate! Location was perfect and communication with owner was super easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

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

Rained Out in Destin

We had a great stay in our rental even though our week of vacation was rained out. The property was located in a great location and only a few steps from the beach. The property itself was clean and spacious for my family of 5.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the kind review Sam! I'm sorry the sun was not cooperative the week you visited. We hope to see you again soo though!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holli M.

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

World Series Stay

Property is exactly as advertised. Cute and convenient. The beach access is so easy, even than large condos on the beach! Even tho we we were downstairs we could see the beach on occasions. The owner was wonderful, very helpful and accessible. Will definitely stay again, if we are back in the area!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thanks for choosing the Villa and taking the time to write a nice review!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all this was a great villa. Super close to the beach and in a great location. Loved the lake out the back/side doors. So fun to see the fish and turtles and there were beautiful sunsets for sure. It was great to have some extra beach supplies provided, like a float and a beach umbrella. The villa had all we needed for our family vacay, but the one disappointment was the size of the guest bedrooms. There was no closet in the one downstairs, & the stacked washer/dryers take up any extra space in the guest rooms. So we were very cozy. But, this is a great place for a small family beach vacay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Amazing place and perfect location! Excellent condition and privacy for whole family unit.

The owners were spectacular to communicate with. They were clearly customer focused. Very timely, respectful, and appreciative. The place was decorated beautiful plenty of needed items for cooking, and other personal needs. Even extra sheets. Really a nice place. Would highly recommend because of the owners hospitality and communication, and of course how nice it was. Amazing location to the pathway for running and walking and direct access to the beach across the street. Very close to the pool also. Very nice to not have to find parking to go to the beach as that was quite busy. Also nice outside station at house to rinse sand off items and nice place to store items so they don’t have to be taken in.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for the kind words! We do love our guests and appreciate you reserving one of our villas! Hope to see you soon. Laura and Gregg
Verified

8/10 Good

John O.

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

Great location and separate living spaces for two families

We rented the top and bottom units for our families in October 2020. The separate living spaces were perfect! The kids could go visit their friends up and down the stairs. The location is perfect, it's a 2 minute walk to the beach. The views from the front and back decks are stunning. If it's too hot in the morning, go eat lunch on the back overlooking the lake in the shade! The overall space is tight for a family of 5, so if you don't mind being cozy together with your loved ones for your stay, then you're good. If you require more space, privacy, etc, this isn't the best unit for you. We have 3 kids (14,13,9), so the oldest slept on a blowup in the living room, the middle slept in the second bedroom, and the youngest slept in the master with us. It works for us, but may not work for everyone :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

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

Great stay

Great stay in Destin. Property was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you Brian. We hope you return soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cy H.

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

Great Family Vacation!

We had a wonderful time staying at Laura's villa! We rented both the top and bottom for our family of 7. My four boys, ages 13-20 stayed in the bottom villa, and my husband, daughter, and I stayed in the top villa. Both villas were very clean and organized, and it had everything we needed for a great week! My boys loved fishing behind the villa every single day, and we loved the convenience of the beach being just a very short walk away. The pool is nearby too, so you have everything you need! We loved riding our bikes to eat at all of the delicious restaurants nearby. It was a perfect vacation, and we made so many incredible memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Traci and Cy. Thank you so much for choosing our beach villa and going "live" with us all week! Your influence has gained us many followers who like you are as kind as the day long. We loved, loved having your family spend their most valuable family time at the beach. We are grateful for your review both here and on your sites (Instagram, Twitter and website) "Beneath My Heart". Showing the world our beach home and all the things we worked hard to make it the perfect peaceful place to spend days relaxing with the ones we cherish was priceless for us. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts - or should we say, beneath our hearts! Love you to the moon Traci!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson M.

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

Our 2019 Destin vacation

This was the first time renting a property for our family vacation. We were a little nervous because we didn’t know what to expect. Everything changed once we got there. The location was just within walking distance to the beach. The rental property was very nice and cleaned. We were very happy with the rental and the location. I really recommend this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

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

Best place to stay

The condo was great. It was close to beach and pool. Was a very nice place to stay and would stay there again. Owners were great to work with and no problems at all with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thanks Wanda. You guys were great guests! Please do come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

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

Loved our stay

We absolutely loved our stay at this property and the location was perfect for our family! Close to the beach and also having the pool were excellent amenities! Check-in was a breeze! Only critique would be that one set-up to the bedroom was kind of a thorough fair walk way from top level to bottom level (but that is me just being picky). We would absolutely stay again at this property and we had a great time. Traveled with 5 adults and 4 children. We were a bit snug but all in all, Great property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Perfect location!

Perfect location! We had an amazing week in Destin. The villa is so close to the beach - just a very short walk right across the street. We had 8 in our group and we were all very comfortable. The villas were very nice and clean. The owner, Laura, couldn't have been more nice and accommodating. It was such a relaxing vacation - we miss the beach views and the sand and the turtles in the lake! Can't wait to come back again.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! We appreciate you and your family choosing the villa and look forward to your next trip! (We have over 60% REPEAT guests)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Wonderful!

Our family had a great stay in the villa. The villa is in a great location. The beach is right there...so convenient! The villa was clean and fully stocked. The owner was AMAZING. She went above and beyond! We would definitely recommend this villa to family and friends.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Best Vacation!!

We loved every minute of our stay! The whole villa is very clean, and there was plenty of space for 4 adults and 3 young children (we rented it all!). The views are fantastic, and proximity to the beach is just as described. The pool is great too!! Everything was very well thought out by the owners. I especially loved all the hooks placed throughout the villa to hang towels and swimsuits on so they didn't end up on the floor. The lake is serene, and we enjoyed sitting on the back balcony at night listening to the frogs, and watching the turtles in the mornings. The surrounding area is relatively quiet, with less traffic than Hwy 98. But, it was nice to be so close to all the shopping and grocery stores too. Laura was very responsive from day one, and we even got to meet her! We will be back, no doubt!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

kelly s.

3rd year in a row!

This has been our third time to stay at this lovely villa. The owners (who are delightful to work with) just painted the villa's exterior and the master bedroom which really updated the space. We love the balcony on the front where we spent many mornings sipping coffee and watching the dolphins swim by. My boys also love fishing in the lake behind us which also is a beautiful view. The master bedroom is delightful, It has its own half bath, king size bed and a tv what else could you ask for! The beach is just across the way and is easy to get to and if I may say the most beautiful beach we have ever seen! The villa is in a great location close to wonderful places to eat. The pool is also an easy walk from the villa, my boys liked to take a quick dip in after a day at the beach! We enjoyed snuba diving, deep sea fishing, shopping, go carts, relaxing on the beach and yoga on the beach. This villa is the perfect space. We will continue to come back for years to come.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

MArtha M.

Girl's Weekend Get~A~Way

We had the entire villa (Both upstairs and downstairs) and had a wonderful time. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen is fully stocked, bathrooms are spacious, plenty of space to spread out and enjoy this perfect beach vacation spot! The beach access is easy and the pool a very short easy walk. Because this is a corner unit, you have very easy access to the parking lot and not noisy neighbors. The view of the beach from both balconies/porches are beautiful for watching sunsets and the back of the villa overlooking the lake offers beautiful sunrises. The villa is close to incredible restaurants and a short distance to outlet and Destin Commons shopping. THe perfect location for families seeking beach vacations and for girls get a ways!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Amazing Property!

Such a wonderful rental property! The ocean view is magnificent - just across the way. Loved sitting on the balcony and watching and listening to the surf. The rooms were very inviting and home-like. Kitchen was fully stocked. The beds were very comfortable. Would definitely recommend this rental to friends!
Archival

8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Great time on pristine white beaches

We had a great time. We stayed in the upper unit and the view was wonderful. We will be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beth E.

Wonderful place!

We had a great time in Destin and at the villa. We rented both floors of the villa for 2 families of 5 and it was great. The location, the view and the accommodations were perfect for us. The beach was just across the street and the pool was a very short walk. We loved just watching people and the ocean from the balcony. The villa was stocked with anything and everything that we needed. We can't wait to come back again! On a side note, don't try to cross the Mid-bay bridge on a Saturday evening. It took us over 1 1/2 hours to get 5 miles waiting to go through the toll.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Memories that last a lifetime!

We chose the Villa for our stay for a later in life "destination wedding". We brought our teenage and adult children and two granddaughters and had a intimate wedding on the beach. The location of the Villa is perfect. Our wedding party walked across the street and the Pastor and photographer were waiting for us! We rented the entire Villa. The views are incredible. The Villa is beautiful, has everything you need to enjoy a day on the beach, fish in the lake or prepare a delicious meal for a family of 12. There are many things to do nearby, but you don't have to spend money to be entertained. We brought games and played some of the games furnished at the villa! We made long lasting memories and will always remember this vacation. We plan to return to the Villa!

About the host

Hosted by Laura and Gregg Kirby, Owners and Users of VRBO since 2004 - 850-450-8400

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Owners, Gregg and Laura Kirby, create the ultimate experience with hands-on service-oriented vacation property service. We have a very successful beach vacation property management company in Pensacola Beach so we are fully aware what our guests' needs are. We believe communication is the key. We follow you throughout the entire process from reserving, preparing and staying at our villa. Our villa is your villa - at least for a week! :)

We absolutely LOVE Destin and bought this villa in 2004 so we would always have a beach home for our large extended family. We live only one hour away and manage the villa ourselves. We pride ourselves on personal service and treat our renters how we would want to be treated. Our villa is exactly how we would want a vacation rental to be if we were renting it ourselves - clean, casual, updated and FUN!

Why they chose this property

NOTE: “For your peace of mind, our property is professionally disinfected before and after each guest. The surfaces in each room are thoroughly cleaned with Benzarid, a safe, hospital grade high-level disinfectant. The deep clean of every rental includes light switches, remotes, faucets, cabinet doors, and handles. Linens and towels will continued to be professionally cleaned and bleached. Our goal is to provide the cleanest and safest vacation property for your peace of mind and enjoyment.”
Gregg and Laura, Owners

We have such great views from our villa. So many of our guests that have stayed multiple times in the villas say this is their favorite. ("It's the little things that count...") Over 60% of our renters are repeat renters! See ALL our reviews from over the years.
Destin has SO MUCH to do! The beaches are incredible - pure white sand and the Gulf is clear and beautiful! We love to walk to restaurants close by. There is a 10 foot walking, running, biking path that runs along the Scenic Hwy 98 for over 6 miles. You can ride to the Henderson Beach State Park or the Outlet Mall!

What makes this property unique

One point of contact - the OWNERS! Views and location are unbeatable. We LOVE to sit out on the front porch and relax. There is always something to see: a dolphin, a beautiful boat passing by or visitors walking/biking down Scenic Hwy 98 ten foot sidewalks. It is not a busy area and very laid back. No high rises, less crowds.

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