This condo places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Henderson Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - 4 min drive
The Back Porch - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - 4 min drive
Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard!
"Dolphin Watch"
Location, Location, Location ~ Pet Friendly ~ Enjoy being 75 steps away from the sparkling Emerald Coast Gulf of Mexico with the ease of walking and relaxing in the world-renowned sugar white beaches. Professionally & locally managed by iTrip Vacations with guest assistance 24/7, please call us directly for monthly discounts or specials!
Whether discovering Destin for the 1st time or returning, we look forward to welcoming you to a piece of paradise along the Emerald Gulf Coast of the Florida Panhandle. Stroll to the beach to feel the sugar-white sand between your toes & admire the crystal-clear waters to absorb a well-deserved dose of Vitamin D. If you are exhausted from building sandcastles, return to take a dip in the swimming pool, just steps from your residence. If you need to burn off some additional energy, grab your sneakers and twirl your racquet to find your match on the Tennis Courts.
Our recently updated and inviting (2) two-story, (3) three-bedroom townhome is tastefully designed to provide plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. Enjoy the luxury of not having to cross any streets to get to the beach! This is a beach community and the beach is steps from the townhome! The main level has an open floor plan in the living room and dining room that is great for entertaining. The well-equipped kitchen offers a new stainless-steel refrigerator, electric stove top & oven, microwave, dishwasher and a Keurig and a Coffee Maker so you can brew as you please.
The main floor has new luxury vinyl flooring. The living room features a large flatscreen TV, cozy seating area, inclusive of a new sleeper sofa, chair & ottoman where you can snuggle up & enjoy movies or games in front of the fireplace! The dining room table offers seating for (6). The living room sliding glass door opens to the outdoor patio which offers alfresco dining with a table that comfortably seats (6). You can choose to enjoy the sun or extend the patio umbrella over the table. The private gas grill is located on the patio for your dedicated grill-master. Easily slip back and forth to the beach with the backyard path that is literally only 75 steps to the beach. If you happen to spill something while dining a full-sized washer and dryer is located inside the front door.
The (3) bedrooms are on the upper level. The Master Bedroom has a king bed, flat screen TV, ceiling fan, closet & ensuite bathroom. The Master Bathroom has a vanity & walk-in glass encased tiled shower. The Guest Bedroom is furnished with a queen bed, flatscreen TV, & closet. The Bunk Room is the perfect hangout for kids, it has sleeping for (4) with (2) twin bunk beds, and the room features a MS. PAC-MAN video arcade machine, flatscreen TV, ceiling fan and closet. The Bunk Room has an adjoining guest bathroom that is shared with the Guest Bedroom, it has a sink & step-in tub/shower combo.
We offer (1) complimentary beach chair setup (1) umbrella & (2) chairs with your reservation & additional setups are available to rent through the vendors or you can feel free to bring your own umbrella & chairs (no tents or canopies are permitted on the beach).
On a final note, the condo is a self-check-in residence with a keyless entry lock to assist in practicing social distancing & allowing you to enjoy your vacation without the stress of losing your keys. The front door is equipped with 24/7 video surveillance. (2) Parking spaces are available one is designated outside the front door and the other is unassigned.
Spend your next getaway or family vacation at Southbay 100, in the heart of Destin. Enjoy (300) ft. of private beach front, (2) community pools with kiddie pools, (2) tennis courts, shuffleboard, beachside volleyball, and a (5)-acre freshwater lake. Southbay is close to all the attractions Destin has to offer, including deep sea fishing, boating, waterparks, (2) large shopping malls and fine dining
At any time, if you have any questions, prior to booking, packing or during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask for we pride ourselves in providing you an exceptional customer experience.
AMENITIES AND PERKS: • Pet Friendly • Xplorie ~ Free Daily Passes for Multiple Excursions • Front Door Equipped with 24/7 Video Surveillance • Beach Access ~ 1 minute walk to the Beach • Beach Wagon • Free Beach Set-up = 2 Chairs & 1 Umbrella • Rental Service Available for additional Set-ups • Two Swimming Pools (one is heated seasonally) • Tennis Courts (lighted) • Shuffleboard Court • Beach Side Volleyball Court • Private Gas Grill and BBQ Grills in Common Area • Non-smoking Unit • Full Sized Washing Machine & Dryer • 5-acre Stocked Fishing Lake • Convenient to Shopping, Outlets, Grocery Stores & Restaurants
BEDROOM & BATHROOM CONFIGURATION: • Master Bedroom - King Bed with Ensuite Bathroom (step-in shower) • Guest Bedroom - Queen Bed with Shared Bathroom (shared step-in tub/shower combo) • Bunk Room - (2) Twin Bunk Beds with Shared Bathroom (shared step-in tub/shower combo) • Living Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa (shared step-in tub/shower combo - upstairs) • Powder Room - Main Level off the Living Room
SPECIAL NOTES: • Parking - One parking space is available and one additional vehicle may park in unmarked space on a first come first serve basis. Parking passes are provided for you at check-in and must be visible in all vehicles. Please note no boats, trailers or RVs allowed. • Age Requirements - You MUST be 25 years or older to book this property & must be staying in the condo for the duration of the reservation. • Cleaning - Our cleaning company is following & practicing the CDC Cleaning Guidelines,. • “Xplorie Free Fun” iTrip Vacations invites you to enjoy up to 5 Activities per Day! One Daily Pass will be provided per activity, each day for the following (Not available for stays over 27 days): 1 Dolphin Cruise 2. Baytown Adventure Zone Airborne Adventures 3. Urban Air Adven We help make the most of your vacation by providing Free Admission to some of the area's top attractions each and every day! Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience your destination!
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and a dining table. Bathrooms are shared.
Property manager
Itrip Vacation Rentals
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,289 square feet
Policies
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
Southbay 100 Sunny Sandcastles
9257
Southbay 100 ~ Sunny SandCastles Destin
Southbay 100 ~ Sunny SandCastles Private vacation home
Southbay 100 ~ Sunny SandCastles Private vacation home Destin
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this condo?
This condo is located in Destin, a short 6-minute walk from Destin Beaches and also 14 minutes on foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. You'll also find Destin Harbor Boardwalk and HarborWalk Village within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this condo?
No, there isn't parking at this condo.
Is this condo next to a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this condo?
No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.
What do couples enjoy most about PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard!?
Couples staying at this condo will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some condo units, as well as tennis.
Are there hot tubs at PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard!?
No, this condo doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this condo include breakfast service?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this condo.
Are there connecting rooms at this condo?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this condo.
How close is the airport from this condo?
The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 17.5 mi away (34 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard!?
Yes, every condo unit at PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard! comes with a balcony.
PET FRIENDLY ~ 75 STEPS TO BEACH ~ Great for Families ~ (2) Pools, Pickleball, Tennis, Shuffleboard! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
anne m.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach enthusiast
Close to the beach!
anne m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian H.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Brian H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina B.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was a great stay!
Gina B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicki L.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful townhouse - perfect location to beach and activities for grandkids! It was clean, well stocked and we will be back!!
Vicki L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Janet B.
May 5, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The check in process was amazing! We were able to check in at noon! The location was fantastic and the beach really was 75 steps away! The pool was great and close by and all the people around were very friendly. However, the floor was filthy! We all had to wear shoes in the townhouse! We had 8 people and there were not enough bath towels for all of us! A few more towels would have been nice! Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the location was worth it!
Janet B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Courtney S.
Apr 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly
Really enjoyed staying here. Kids (age 10,8,2) loved the bunk beds and pac man game. Was nice having access to beach toys in the shed and washer/dryer for laundry. Easy walk to the beach, tennis court and pool. Would love to come again
Courtney S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
LINDA W.
Mar 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!!
Condo is literally less than a minute to the most beautiful beach!! The unit is nice, but missing some necessary items in the kitchen and some throw rugs. Picture of outdoor table and grill were very dated. Actual items were rusted and falling apart. On a good note, everything was replaced while we were there. Management company was great at responding to any issues that came up. Everyone in the community was very nice and welcoming. Traffic is tough on 98, but location is great to get to tons of nice restaurants. Really enjoyed our snowbird experience on Destin.
LINDA W.
Stayed 52 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tina N.
Feb 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Seamless payments, quick response to emails,really clise to beach. We had a great time!
Tina N.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
JungYoul L.
Jan 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
It was wonderful. 5 min walk to the beach and pickleball court
JungYoul L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monika K.
Dec 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Location is perfect. Right next to the beach and close to everything. Beds were not the most comfortable, but place was clean and had everything you need
Monika K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sonia o.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This was the easiest stay I've ever done. We had plenty available to our use such as kitchen ware, floats, chairs and a wagon to haul it all! And going to and from the beach was no hassel since it was so close, 10 out of 10!
Sonia o.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monica C.
Aug 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Right next to beach
It was a great location and we had everything we needed. My kids have asked if we can make it yearly.
Monica C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nick Z.
Jul 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property and plan on booking again in the future. The location is literally a 1 minute walk to the beach from the door and the rooms and space was very ideal for my wife and myself and our 4 kids.
Nick Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
Our family really enjoyed our stay and the unit didn’t disappoint. We will be back!
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim P.
Jun 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach vacation
Our family of 10 had a wonderful time at “75 steps to the beach”. We loved being able to walk to a great beach in around 3 min to an umbrella and chairs already setup for us. We could go to the beach for a while, and go back, eat a sandwich, and return to the beach easily. Great restaurants near by. One night we grilled hamburgers/hot dogs on the grill provided. Another night we visited a Seafood Market called Blalock’s, just a couple of red lights down the street, and bought fresh shrimp and fish and prepared a great dinner. My wife said this was the best stocked kitchen we had ever stayed. Winn-Dixie is just across the street. Our teenage grandsons played pickleball on the courts across the parking lot. Both our daughters told me this place is one we need to return too. Sarah was fantastic to work with in setting up our stay. Our 4 year old grandson cried on the way home, because we had to leave “the beach house”. So we plan on a return.
Jim P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jerry M., Western Kentucky
Feb 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
January 2024
South Bay By The Gulf is a community of townhouses, and there is a community of snowbirds that come every year too. So staying here felt like you were the new neighbors getting welcomed in. It was nice to have such a short walk to the beach. The tennis, pickleball, and shuffle board courts got resurfaced while we were here. Look like new now! Pretty convenient location to restaurants, groceries, shopping.
Jerry M.
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan R.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
We really got to know the property after a few days. Our unit was literally about a 25 second walk to the beach. I hadn't realized how important that was. We constantly went back and forth to/from the beach. I can't imagine having to drive to the beach or use public access. I caught a 30 inch red drum at night surf fishing, called the kids and they were at the beach under a minute later. We had bikes and electric scooters and could get to many shops and restaurants from from our unit. The unit itself was updated and clean. The overall complex is older, yet well-kept...and did I say it was a 25 second walk to the beach :). Great experience. Nice people there. We would definitely go back, and probably will!
Dan R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Savannah T.
Sep 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach Home
This was our first time visiting the area and we couldn't have asked for a better location to stay at! Steps to the private beach and such a wonderful home! My family and I enjoyed it so much we are already discussing a return trip next year!
Savannah T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Todd J.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Little Home Away From Home
We had a wonderful stay. From the moment we opened the door we felt right at home. It was very minimalistic, yet had everything we needed. I feel like some rental properties are over cluttered and that was absolutely not the case here. We will definitely be back.
Todd J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annemarie C.
Jun 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
The condo was very clean and had everything we needed. The proximity to the beach and pool was perfect. We had older kids that could easily walk to the beach on their own. We also had plenty of beach toys and chairs to use. We would definitely stay here again.
Annemarie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie M.
May 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
The photos are dated in the listing, but it’s recently remodeled for the better. The space was very clean and updated. It’s less than a 5 minute walk to the beach which was incredible — daily umbrella/chair service is included, too.
The kitchen is tight, but has everything you need, including a waffle maker, to cook meals. Just be sure to bring cooking basics like oil, salt, and pepper.
Loved the Pac Man arcade game upstairs. We played that a lot during down time!
The only thing we could’ve used more of were towels. We were pushing it with 8 people and were constantly washing bath and kitchen towels to use.
Overall an excellent, easy stay that made our vacation a breeze and full of relaxation. Would 100% book again.
Katie M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Julie P.
Apr 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
No Current Pictures
The listing pictures are not what the unit actually looks like, there’s no blue/white accent wall, no fireplace and second refrigerator. The toilet seat in the master bathroom does not stay up. The outdoor patio area has a lot of debris on it, but what makes it worse is there isn’t a rug inside to wipe your feet so the floor gets really dirty inside. There are a couple of dangerous issues (could be a liability issue), first, there’s a lip at the bottom of the sliding glass door that has to be stepped over (almost took a fall going out the door). Second, if you bring pets, just know there isn’t a carpeted runner going up the stairs, they’re very slick… not dog friendly.
The positive notes are that it’s so close to the beach, the location is great and fully equipped… just bring your own K-Cups for the Keurig. The beds are really comfortable, at least to my liking.
Julie P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
4/10 Poor
Mary L., Greenville, SC USA
Mar 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is great
The location is great & the place was clean, but the pictures & descriptions in this listing are old - the building exterior is grey, for example (not green). The property has been sold to new owners & the interior was sparsely decorated (apparently due to painting the unit recently). No pictures on walls, no curtains, no rugs, different lighting in every room. The stairs inside the unit were painted with no covering over the nails, be careful! There was no 2nd fridge like in the pictures, no fireplace, no umbrella for the back deck. The freezer door pull broke off as soon as we entered (previously glued). We paid a lot for a cozy space that would feel like a home away from home, but it felt much like a dorm room. The management company gifted us sunset dolphin cruise passes due to our “issues” , which was nice but I still feel like we were duped & should have gotten a partial refund.
Mary L.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
deborah j.
Aug 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
2020 vacation
We certainly enjoyed our time in Florida. Property was nice