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Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!

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A two-story house with a front porch, a blue door, and a white picket fence.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a patio table, surrounded by a brick patio and greenery.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wicker chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted above the fireplace.
A modern kitchen with teal cabinets, a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a red rug.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Destin Commons

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1 King Master Suite

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2 - King Master

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1 - King Master Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2 - Full Bathroom in Hallway

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin Commons - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • James Lee Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool, Steps to Beach, Screen in Porch, Cutest Cottage in Crystal Beach! located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach, Emerald Coast Centre and Shore at Crystal Beach Park. Destin Beaches is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Cottage

The cottage was super clean, convenient to the beach and super cute with its beach vibe. Would highly recommend this and the other units Sugar Palm has. Great customer service, quick to respond.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation destination

Sandy Toes was the perfect location for a relaxing family vacation. The house was walking distance to the beach and a short drive to restaurants and entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Excellent location. Beach is just a short walk with restaurant also in walking distance. Private pool was great and fenced in yard with plenty of grass for dogs to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review - We are so glad to hear you had such a great stay. This home has the perfect back yard for dogs - and in such a great location as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach trip

Our stay was great! This house had everything we needed and it was super nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
We're so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

Super clean, well stocked and comfortable! Awesome location, and convenient to everything!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
Super-clean is what we strive for with every reservation. We're happy you noticed and appreciate it--Sugar Palm Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Found my Crystal Beach Goldilocks!

This truly is the best cottage and will definitely visit again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
We're happy to hear you fell in love with this home! You can certainly see why we have many guests who choose this home every time they come to Destin. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach cottage!

This cottage is exactly like the pictures and just a short walk to the beach. You can even walk to some of the restaurants too! I felt like we were in the absolute best spot in Destin! Definitely will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2022
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay in our home. We look forward to you coming back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin

Good experience, great cottage and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May, 2022
We're happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Amazing, clean house, very close to beach and shopping. We enjoyed oue stay, even with a tropical storm that came through. Great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We work hard to make sure this home is always super clean and well-equipped for all our guests...and we appreciate your kind words -- we love making sure our guests have a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation

We absolutely loved our stay! The house was perfect for our family of 5. It is conveniently located to the beach, shopping, and restaurants! The house was clean and had everything we could possibly need for a week stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2024
We're thrilled your family had the "perfect vacation" staying at this home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

We had a wonderful stay at Sandy Toes!! Such a lovely home with a beautiful yard. We especially loved the back room and porch and enjoyed feeding the birds during our stay :)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar, 2024
Thank you for the great 5 star review. From the front porch to the backyard this cottage house is perfect for a beach getaway. We hope to have you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sandy toes

The property was very clean and perfect for our family vacation with a toddler! The customer service was also easy to get ahold of and very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Thank you! We’re so glad the home was perfect for your family and that our team could help make things easy. Sandy Toes is definitely a guest favorite. We’d love to host you again! 🌊✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Such a sweet comfy cottage!

Nicely equipped kitchen. Beach and comfortable decor. When not at the beach, really enjoyed the pool. Great location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Sounds like you had a wonderful stay at our little cottage! Thanks so much for taking the time to submit your comments for our future guests to consider. We hope to host your group again next time you visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as advertised. The home was warm and cozy with all the extra touches. The kitchen was better stocked with cooking equipment than my own home! Our fur babies loved the backyard and we loved the convenience option of a pool and a gas grill for family fun at home. Our only disappointment, and no fault of the property, was the “no pets on the beach”…a nearby dog park was okay but had to drive about 12 miles for the dogs to play at the ocean. Met the nice, friendly owner and the neighbor was great. Overall, we loved our stay. Thanks again for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

June stay

Very well kept and very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
Thanks for your compliments. We're happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely perfect!

Everything about this property and experience was perfect. Cannot say enough good things!! It was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2022
We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes, as well as your experience with Sugar Palm Rentals. This home is truly a special place and we hope you'll come back to enjoy it again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply Amazing

My family and I had such an amazing time. This home is laid out beautifully and had everything we needed during our stay. Definitely booking this place again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
We are so glad you had an amazing time in this home - and thank you for the amazing 5 star review. We look forward to having you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place

This quaint little cottage has it all! Location and comfort. Loved the private pool and my favorite was the string of lights across the backyard once it gets dark the lights just enhance the whole place like a fairy land!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Toes! Please come stay with us again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Beach Bungalow

our stay was wonderful. The house had everything we needed. A block away from the beach. The pool in the backyard was a favorite for the children. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short and sweet

Everything was perfect, loved the house and we'll definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2022
Thanks -- we just love it when our guests have the perfect stay! We work hard to make sure the home is even better than you expect. Many guests come back here every year -- we look forward to welcoming you back too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We stayed in this house a few years ago and to our surprise, the property was just as amazing!

Usually when we repeatedly stay at a property we notice a slow decline in how things are kept up with and maintained, Not the case at Sandy Toes! Place was just as if not better than the last visit. Perfect for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Thanks so much for your kind review Philip! We take pride in keeping all of our properties the best maintained and cleanest in Destin - thanks for noticing! We'll look forward to your next visit :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Perfect Beach House

We so enjoyed our stay at Sandy Toes! As great as it looks in pictures can't measure up with it in person. It was comfortable and cozy with every amenity and the landscaping was breathtaking!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
We're happiest when we hear how delighted our guests are with our homes. Sugar Palm Rentals looks forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin vacation

House was perfect, I was there with family and 2 small dogs. Enjoyed the house, pool and fenced yard. Was a bit disappointed that there was not much public beach, I am spoiled by previous vacations where the beach was not an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2022
We're happy you enjoyed this home and the pool -- it is a very special place! The Crystal Beach neighborhood is a favorite location for families (no high-rises!), and our guests love that the nearest public beach access is just down the street.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Birthday Celebration!

This is our 2nd time staying at Sandy Toes, and it won't be our last! We came to celebrate our birthdays with our 2 doggos, and had an AMAZING time again. The house was as beautiful, comfortable, and accommodating as we remembered... you can't beat the pool and backyard, and SO close to the beach! Looking forward to our next visit!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2022
Thanks for this glowing review! It really is a special place and we're so happy you had another great time here. It's a great compliment to have guests return here again and again. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our C.C. House Review

The house was pretty, spacious and full of surprises! Our family had a wonderful time staying here. We also loved meeting the cat named Squeaky from next door, going to the beach and swimming in the pool. I hope that every one after us has just as much fun as we did.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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