Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Convertible Beds
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly
We offer a beautiful 3-bedroom vacation rental home in Paradise Retreat, backyard Oasis with the largest salt-water swimming pool with heat during cold weather as on option ($350.00 Plus Tax) equipped with built in tanning ledge in the neighborhood, perfect for families and groups ready to enjoy the sun and sand of Florida beaches. Our beach house rental is available for weekly and short-term rentals, and we offer affordable rates year-round.
****NEW ADDITION: We have added a new option for you to rent a luxury GOLF CART to make your stay here at the Sandcastle more convenient and to provide a fun way to travel, to and from the beach! Mention in your booking whether or not you would be interested in renting a cart, and for an additional fee of ($450.00 Plus Tax) we'll have the cart at the house ready-to-go! So email us today and be sure to inquire about one of the best ways to go to the beach in our luxury golf cart!!!****
The master bedroom is private and features its own large bath, a walk-in closet, beautifully furnished, New King-size Mattress and bedding, flat screen TV.
Our beach house rental is located in sunny Miramar Beach, within minutes from Destin, Florida. It is perfect for couples, families, and/or friends ready to enjoy a fun and relaxing summer vacation!! It's only a short stroll from our property to enjoy the emerald waters and sugar-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. For your convenience, The Sand Castle has beach chairs, beach umbrellas, and beach toys.
WE KNOW YOUR PET IS A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY JUST LIKE OUR PETS ARE, SO The Sandcastle Cottage is 'PET FRIENDLY' ! Bring your pet with you so that he/she too can have a wonderful vacation with his family for well behaved pets. Must be on leash when out side of home. Guest to pick up litter w/furnished litter scoop. 2 pets max 25 LB MAX.
After a fun-filled day at the beach, you may want to grab a bite to eat at a seafood restaurant right on the gulf. Captain Dave's offers great seafood, with a dining room overlooking the ocean. For a cajun twist to your meal, Kenny D's, right across the street from Captain Dave's, has a lovely array of Louisiana seafood to choose from. Two other wonderful oceanfront seafood restaurants, The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe's, are only a short drive down the beach to the west and east.
Our vacation rental is conveniently located within minutes of the numerous amenities that Destin has to offer—shopping at the largest designer outlet mall in the USA, world famous deep-sea fishing, dolphin watching cruises, and romantic evening ocean cruises. Destin also offers entertainment and amusements for the whole family, such as water parks, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and much more! In addition, the Destin area is home to a dozen fine golf courses, a zoo, museums, and several state parks with walking courses and biking trails. So come kick off your shoes, soak up some sun (or relax in the shade), splash in the Gulf, and enjoy life.
If you need to connect with the outside world, we offer free high-speed wireless Internet. In addition, our team are always available by phone to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call today for further information regarding our rental home or to plan your upcoming Florida vacation!
*Damage deposit insurance of $59.00 (Non Refundable). *Pool Heat Fee - $350.00 Plus tax *Golf Cart Fee - $450.00 Plus Tax *Pet Fee per pet-$175.00 Plus Tax
**Minimum Age Limit for Renters*****
**Renters must be 25 years of age to lease home, with prepaid damage deposit. We prefer families and so do our neighbors... :)
***CANCELLATION POLICY: 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner/VRBO directly to request cancellation.
***IF THE DATES YOU REQUESTED ARE NOT AVAILABLE*** WE ALSO HAVE ANOTHER PROPERTY 'THE MERMAID HOUSE' VRBO#48961-'THE STARFISH COTTAGE' VRBO# 446001
Keywords: VRBO Vacation Home Immaculate spacious 3 bedrooms 2 bath Beach house sleeps 8, Great for multiple families with Largest Private Saltwater Heated Pool, backyard Oasis walk to the Sugar Sand Beach, PrivateAdult bikes, Golf Cart, Kids Beach and Pool toys, Family and Pet Friendly, Fun activities, shopping, dinning and Golf Courses nearby.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
**Upon check in, and during your stay, if you have any issues please let us know immediately.
No parking of RV's,Motor Homes, boats, trailer, Jet Ski.
No overnight street parking (11 PM to 7 AM)
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Property # 398051vb
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Miramar Beach
Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links.
Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Pompano Joe's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Circle K - 4 min drive
Culver's - 2 min drive
Whales Tail - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly on 25 Feb, 2027 start from S$574, 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 - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandcastle - Largest Heated Pool, Walk to Private Beach, GolfCart, Pet Friendly located?
This family-friendly Miramar Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Kitchenique and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and James Lee Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful stay! Very clean. Rosemary was so kind and accommodating. She was quick to respond to anything we needed. We would highly recommend staying here for your next getaway! Our family made so many lasting memories here.
By far one of the cleanest VRBO properties we've ever stayed at. The house was spotless! We had a great stay and would definitely come back given the opportunity. The only downside was that the pool heater was not able to keep up with the cooler temperatures during our stay, so the pool was far colder than the set-point temperature. However, that is not a fault of the property owner. It was a great stay for a small family!
Sandcastle was extremely clean and the pool is awesome. Kitchen was well stocked. Communication with Rosemary was superb. She answered all my question on the same day. Will definitely be staying here again
This is our second year staying here. The house was even cleaner than our last stay. Pool is a great size and the residence is a convenient location to the beach and surrounding activities/restaurants. Golf cart is great and highly recommended for trips to beach, etc.
Will definitely stay again!
House in a great location for the beach, restaurant's and shopping,plus added bonus of the large private pool. Also we used the golf cart for traveling to the beach,restaurants and the stores that is only a couple of minutes from the property. This location comes highly recommended
Everything was great. The house was real nice and only a few blocks from the beach. The complimentary beach chairs and umbrella was great. The pool in the back yard was very nice. I recommend staying here.
This property was perfect for my family of 7 with our 2 fur babies! The beach is a stroll or golf cart ride away but the private pool and patio was our own private oasis! We would definitely rent again!
We scheduled a very last minute getaway with the kids as soon as school ended. We scheduled Friday evening and were checked in Saturday evening. Rosemary was fantastic as a host and answered all of our questions very quickly. The location is perfect for what we wanted. A quiet gated community with a short golf cart ride to the beach and a private pool that was very big. We could not be more happy with our stay.
This home is convenient to shopping, restaurants, and very important, the beach. This house has the nicest pool in the gated community that we seen. Definitely recommend renting the golf cart to drive to the beach and some local shops and restaurants on old 98! Very quiet neighborhood and would recommend for families. Loved that it was no smoking!!! Very clean and equipped with everything you’d need! Rosemary is the best at communicating, too! Very easy process for reservation and payment and even afterward follow-up. Highly recommend!
This place was so wonderful. The pool was nice and clean. The house was adorable. Definitely a gem and would go back. Rosemary was quick with responses and always checked in, very friendly.
The property,location and value were all excellent. FOR $2,000 PLUS DOLLARS FOR A STAY YOU CAN AFFORD TO PUT A DECENT MATTRESS IN THE MASTER BEDROOM. IT WAS LIKE SLEEPING ON CONCRETE.
We loved walking out the back door to get in your own private pool every day. It was close to the beach. The neighborhood is very nice and clean. This place we stayed at is nice. I think it needs some upgrades. It is pet friendly. Rosemary the host was wonderful. Every time I contacted her she would respond. Thank you we had a wonderful time
This was my first time using VRBO and first time renting a house instead of a condo. I had a good experience with both and the process was easy. Rosemary was great staying in communication with me and quick to respond to questions and needs. We had a great stay, felt at home. When we couldn’t go to the beach we enjoyed swimming in the private pool. We were close to the beach and having the privacy and complimentary umbrella and chairs was so nice to just sit back and relax. We will definitely do it again and recommend to anyone looking for a vacation home rental.
We'd give this place an 4.5 as a whole. Our stay was great. We needed a place near the beach that would allow our 50 pound doodle stay with us. Only suggestions we have are some of the little things, knives and scissors were dull and difficult to use. Also, the grill might need an upgrade. The front burners flew flames which made for an interesting moment. Overall, we would definitely recommend it to a person with a fur friend .
Dorilin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
sheryl m.
11 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Loved the pool and outside furniture! House was clean but needs updating. The hostess was very quick to rectify a couple situations- issue with front door lock and toaster. All were fixed very quickly. Parking was an issue; we had two vehicles and a golf cart that we rented extra. We could not park in garage, could not block sidewalk or park in street; therefore, we had to move a vehicle back and forth each time we wanted to use the golf cart. There were excessive “rules” that had costly penalties if violated- ex. had to move trash cans back to side of house after garbage pickup or would be fined. There were several add on costs if chosen- golf cart rental not included in price, heated pool cost extra plus tax and early checkin cost extra. Loved the neighborhood and beach access except the gate code provided did not work.
The property was clean & well maintained. The mattress in the master bedroom was too soft. It felt like sleeping on a marshmallow. The umbrella on the patio was broken. The front entrance light was burnt out and so were several light bulbs inside the house. The dryer needs servicing since it took several cycles to dry our clothes. One of the sinks in master bathroom did not drain well.
Sandcastle is a gorgeous property with all of the comforts of home! The home is in a safe, quiet, gated community just across the city line from Destin. It is in an excellent location due to its peaceful nature, but close proximity to shops, restaurants, and the gulf front. The private beach access (a short walk away) with the complementary umbrella and 2 chairs was awesome! The beach attendant was very helpful and attentive to guests on the beach.
The house itself is perfect for relaxation and enjoyment. It is much larger in person than it appears in the listing. All of the furniture was in good repair and comfortable. The kitchen included a lot of nice amenities for cooking, and the garage had an awesome spare fridge for the adults to utilize. Other perks included a roll away bed, fold out sofa, and plenty of room for guests in the 3 bedrooms shown in the listing.
The real star of the show at Sandcastle is the pool. It is a very well maintained salt water pool, surrounded by gorgeous landscaping that really puts off the Florida vibes. It was easy to kick back and enjoy the evenings grilling and swimming. Many pool toys and floats were available in the garage.
We also traveled with dogs and found the home to be very pet friendly and welcoming! I am so glad my family and pups were able to spend our first vacation to Miramar at this property, and look forward to more in the future!
The owner is extremely responsive and helpful if you should have any questions or concerns. I highly recommend this property for families and pet owners.
Kristin K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Rosemary
My family has been coming to Destin since 2005, and everytime we visited prior to acquiring this property, we would stay at one of the condos. We loved Destin so much that we decided it was time to invest in a property of our own, so in 2010, we bought The Sand Castle. One of the best parts of this home is definitely the location. It is so close to the beach, where the water is blue and the sand is like sugar. It has the largest designer outlet mall right down the road, restaurants that are absolutely exquisite, and amusements for the whole family to enjoy.
Why they chose this property
Destin has some of the most lovely beaches that I have ever seen. The waters are clear and blue, the sand is pearly white, the area is crime-free and safe for the whole family, the atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing, the restaurants are divine, and the people are friendly. It doesn't get any better than that!
What makes this property unique
Our vacation rental is conveniently located within minutes of the numerous amenities that Destin has to offer—shopping at the largest designer outlet mall in the USA, world famous deep-sea fishing, dolphin watching cruises, and romantic evening ocean cruises. Destin also offers entertainment and amusements for the whole family, such as water parks, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and much more! In addition, the Destin area is home to a dozen fine golf courses, a zoo, museums, and several state parks with walking courses and biking trails. So come kick off your shoes, soak up some sun (or relax in the shade), splash in the Gulf, and enjoy life.
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