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Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community

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A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and white lounge chairs.
A wooden pathway leading to a beach with a palm tree and a building with balconies.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, buildings, and a clear blue sea.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near James Lee Park

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

First Floor Primary King Bedroom, Ensuite with Shower

1 King Bed

Second Floor Living Room

2 Double Sofa Beds

Third Floor King Bedroom, Ensuite with Shower and Tub

1 King Bed

Third Floor King Bedroom, Shared Bathroom with Shower

1 King Bed

Third Floor Queen Bedroom, Shared Bathroom with Shower

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Primary King Bathroom

Second Floor Hallway Half Bath

Third Floor King Bathroom

Third Floor Shared Bathrrom

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • James Lee Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Destin Beaches - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community?

As of 24 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community on 6 Jan, 2027 start from S$2,425, 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 Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Community Beach - Pool - Gated Community located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Destin Commons are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very. Nice place !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property with a small private pool and a quick walk to the beach. This was an ideal house for our family to meet up on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2026
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the property, the convenience of the private pool, and the short walk to the beach. It’s wonderful to know that our home provided the perfect setting for your family vacation. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future! FunVacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The kitchen was especially impressive, well stocked with plenty of cookware, utensils, and appliances. The place was clean and comfortable, and we’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great stay and that the kitchen exceeded your expectations with its cookware, utensils, and appliances. Providing a clean and comfortable environment is always our top priority, and it’s wonderful to know we met your standards. We truly appreciate your feedback and would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Destiny By the Sea is a gorgeous community! The pool was very nice and just a short walk to the beach was a bonus! The home is beautifully furnished and the beds are super comfy! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2026
We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that Destiny By the Sea exceeded your expectations. It’s great to know you loved the community, found the pool relaxing, and appreciated the short walk to the beach—it really is such a special location! We’re also delighted that you found the home beautifully furnished and the beds super comfy. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property with great beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
Destin's Gem is a nice property and YES, the beach is great. Let us know when you are ready for a return visit. Thanks, FunVacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and beautiful home.We had everything we needed to make us feel at home.Will definitely be back
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and found the home to be beautiful and well-equipped for your stay. Knowing that you felt at home truly means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! FunVacay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and the house was furnished with everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words about "Destin's Gem"! We're thrilled to hear that check-in was smooth and the house had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed your time, and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house to stay in, amazing location and neighborhood. Quiet and safe, close to all the shops but tucked away. Private pool and the with bikes and chairs in the garage for us to use so we didn’t have to pack ours.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Destin's Gem! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the location and neighborhood to be both convenient and peaceful. It’s great to know that the private pool and the added amenities like bikes and chairs made your visit even more comfortable. We always strive to provide a relaxing and hassle-free experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back for another stay in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect. Very nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your kind review of Destin's Gem! We're thrilled to hear that you found the location perfect and the space clean and inviting. Providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests is always our top priority. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

I can’t say enough about this beautiful home, the location and short walk to the beach! Superb!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home, its location, and the easy walk to the beach. It means a lot to us that you had such a wonderful experience. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice location but not a gourmet kitchen

Location was wonderful with easy access to the beach which is beautiful. If you like to cook, which we do, bring lots of your favorite items because the kitchen is sparse. Bedrooms/baths were nice as well sit down areas in kitchen and living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the beautiful location and easy beach access, as well as the comfort of the bedrooms and common areas. We appreciate your note about the kitchen supplies—while we aim to provide the essentials, we’ll take your comments into consideration for future upgrades. We hope to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect neighborhood, beautiful home

Everything was great, we did take elderly with us so the bottom level bedroom was great, but they would have liked for kitchen and family area on first floor with bedroom. Lots of stairs!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and that the bottom-level bedroom worked well for your elderly family members. Thanks again for staying with FunVacay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Wonderful location! Only two items of concern, if the private pool is heated, it was not working. Also, with the A/C set on 70 degrees, the upstairs was nearly too warm to sleep. Other than that, awesome home! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words about the house and location! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time overall. We’re truly sorry to hear the pool wasn’t heated during your stay. As for the A/C, we appreciate the feedback and will check into the upstairs temperature to make sure it’s more comfortable in the future. Thanks again for staying with us, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice spacious house in gated community quick walk to the beach. The only disappointment was there were no televisions in two of the guest rooms and you are not allowed to use your on beach umbrellas. You have to use a specific vender adding an additional cost that’s not necessary.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed the house and its location. We hear you about the TVs in the guest rooms, and we’re already working on adding televisions to all the bedrooms to make future stays even more comfortable. As for the beach umbrella policy, we understand it can be an inconvenience, but it’s a community rule we have to follow. We truly appreciate your understanding on that. Thanks again for staying with us, and we hope to host you again soon! Best, FunVacay
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home needs to update furniture as very worn with heavy staining with some staining looking like vomit. Advertised for 12, but it would be extremely tight as small space for 12. Management company was very helpful and their welcome packages were nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan, 2026
We truly appreciate your input as it helps us improve. We wanted to let you know that the owner has taken your concerns seriously and has cleaned all the furniture thoroughly. Additionally, a few pieces have been replaced to ensure a more comfortable experience for our guests. We're so glad to hear that you found our management team helpful and enjoyed the welcome packages – we aim to make every stay as pleasant as possible. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

This is a great house- it’s very clean and attractive. Quiet neighborhood. Very close to the beach. The only thing I would say is there are a lot of steps so if you have difficulty going up stairs it may not be a great option for you. If you don’t have problems, it works out great to get some exercise! We had a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house, its cleanliness, and the peaceful neighborhood—plus the close proximity to the beach! You're absolutely right about the stairs, and we appreciate you mentioning that for future guests. We're so glad it worked out well for your group, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location. I have rented in Destiny by the Sea on many occasions and this house is one, if not the best. Well appointed and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Destin's Gem and found it to be one of the best in Destiny by the Sea. We take pride in keeping the house well-appointed and spotless for our guests. Hope to welcome you back for another great vacation soon! 😊🏖️ FunVacay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The property is clean and well stocked. The only thing I would suggest is hooks in the bathrooms for swimsuits to dry.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review of Destin's Gem! We're thrilled to hear that you found the property clean and well-stocked. Your suggestion about adding hooks in the bathrooms for swimsuits is fantastic and very helpful. We always aim to improve our guests' experience, so we'll definitely look into making that addition. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and layout. Access to the beach was quick and easy! We are really happy that we chose to stay in a private community. It seemed like the public beaches on either side of us were really crowded. However, there are rules about bringing your own umbrellas and parking trailers, if you bring one. Just make sure to do your research so there aren't any surprises. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of Destin's Gem! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the house and its layout, and that the beach access was convenient for you. Choosing a private community can indeed make a big difference, especially when it comes to avoiding crowded public beaches. We're glad it worked out well for you! We appreciate your note about the rules regarding umbrellas and parking trailers. It's always good to be prepared, and your advice will surely help future guests. We're delighted to know that you're considering staying with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic stay! Warm regards, FunVacay
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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