Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
29 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Destin
Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is adjacent to Miramar Beach and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Henderson Beach State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Destin Commons - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 16 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 12 min walk
LongHorn Steakhouse - 13 min walk
World of Beer - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views
Welcome to Crystal Playa!
A tropical retreat with water views from all three levels, Crystal Playa celebrates the daring spirit of the original Destin explorers, architects, and sporting enthusiasts Throughout this large home discover a blend of classic Spanish influences, vintage coastal touches and modern comforts —so you can feel energized and inspired during your stay.
The Crystal Playa is prominently featured in the community of Crystal Beach and is directly across the street from the Shirah Beach Entrance. Crystal Playa proudly features five bedrooms with king beds, a carriage house with additional bedrooms and kitchen, beach views from all three levels, and grand balconies. The home is within walking distance of the Destin Commons mall, award winning dining, golf, Whole Foods, entertainment and much more.
Our Destin properties have exceptional cleaning standards. All linens are cleaned and changed out after every guest!
Home Layout: Sleeps 18
Main Home First Floor: King Bedroom with beach view (sleeps 2), Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, a 20x10 pool. Second Floor: King Master Suite with bathroom, tub, balcony and beach view (sleeps 2), Bunk Room with 2 Queen Beds (sleeps 4), Shared Bathroom | King Room (sleeps 2). Third Floor: Loft With King Bed. bathroom with tub and balcony with beach view. Carriage House First Floor: Kitchen, living area, and half bath. Second Floor: Bunk room with 3 Queen beds (sleeps 6), King Bedroom (sleeps 2), Shared bathroom.
Parking - a maximum of 4 vehicles may park at the home. No campers, oversized vehicles, buses or trailers are permitted. No street parking. No vehicles can block the sidewalk or the city will ticket or tow the vehicle.
4 beach chairs are provided at the home for you to take to the beach.
*Check In - 4PM *Check Out – 10AM (Central)
AGE REQUIREMENT – Spring Break college groups are not allowed. No reservations will be made to students or singles under the age of twenty-five (25). One (1) guardian of twenty-five years or older is required for every four (4) singles under the age of twenty-five. Guardians must accompany anyone under the age of twenty-five (25) at all times and be present during check-in. Underage drinking and/or partying are not allowed in any of the rental units. Non-compliance with these rules and regulations will result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made.
Check-In and Check-Out times are strictly enforced since our maintenance crew and cleaners will occupy the parking spots from 10 AM - 4 PM. There is a minimum fee of $200 for a late checkout because this prohibits the staff from completing the job and will interrupt the next guest’s vacation. Thank you for understanding!
Pet Policy: This property is dog-friendly for 1 to 2 dogs.$300 flat pet fee to be collected post-booking. Dogs must be well trained and less than 50 lbs. Dog owners accept full responsibility for dog(s). Please note without prior knowledge to LoveRentals, there will be an additional non-refundable charge, so be sure to advise us BEFORE you travel.
**Pool can be heated from October 1 - May 30 for an additional daily fee. Pool heat must be requested 3 days before arrival**
This property is a smoke-free facility. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property including balconies and common areas. Violations will result in forfeiture of your stay.
We provide a complimentary starter set of paper products, toiletries and linens. Additional items will be the guest’s responsibility to purchase.
Weddings or Events are an additional $500, must be selected at time of booking, and require a permit that we obtain.
Instead of security deposits and booking fees, each LoveRentals booking includes LoveRentals Protect, a limited property protection plan, to provide peace of mind to both our guests and homeowners. The fee for LoveRentals Protect is applied to each booking and covers up to $10,000 in contents damage protection and up to $1,000,000 in real property protection. Exceptions include but are not limited to cancellations, intentional acts, negligent conduct, and pet damage. Inquire for more information.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Bathrooms are shared; limited housekeeping is available.
Property manager
Love Rentals
Languages
English, Spanish
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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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,400 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
365668
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Crystal Beach within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. You'll also find Destin Beaches and Destin Commons within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is there a spa at this vacation home?
Spa services at the vacation home include massages.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including access to a chef and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.
Does Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 18 mi away (29 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?
Yes, every accommodation at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.
Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views Reviews
Reviews
9.8
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 32 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeremiah B.
May 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Jeremiah B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandy I.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Everything was super easy, close to the beach, cleaned and well stocked. No issues.
Brandy I.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jason S.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Schut Hut Team
Great time with family! The house was convenient with easy access to the beach and shops.
Jason S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Kari T.
Mar 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
As a whole, we had a great experience! Everything matched the pictures and the communication was great. There were some issues initially with the pool heater working. However, the property manager had someone out the next day to get it working again. Overall I would highly recommend this property!
Kari T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Patricia G.
Nov 11, 2024
Fabulous Location-Beautiful House
Our week here was fabulous. The location was perfect for our group of 10 seventy year old ladies! The main house with the additional 2 bedroom carriage house was a bonus. Beautiful clean pool (we paid for heating). The views from the front balconies are stunning and there are chairs to sit in and enjoy the warm breezy days and comfortable nights.
A few things that really need attention are listed below. For the beauty and cost to rent this house these are minor things that could and should be repaired. There’s no excuse for a property manager to not see and fix these.
1. for a house that advertises capacity of 18 people… why would there only be 5 coffee cups and hardly any flatware?? However there were over 20 sharp knives! Also, the small cheap toaster didn’t toast and was so flimsy.
2. The toilet seats were the wrong size for the toilets and kept sliding.
3. Ceiling fan in main house bunk home broken. There was a portable fan in the closet… but the ceiling one needs to be replaced. It’s advertised as having a ceiling fan, not a floor fan.
4. Bigger rugs should be by the doors. A tiny tattered rug just doesn’t do it when coming in from the pool and beach.
5. The sheets in the main house bunk room didn’t appear to be freshly changed. There was sand on the fitted sheet. Yuck. The occupant slept on the top and used their own pillow and blanket.
6. There was pet fur floating around in various rooms.
We loved everything about the property! The location is fantastic. My only complaint would be the bathroom on the 3rd floor has no counter space, which made getting ready a bit challenging.
Other than that, and that was minor, it was a wonderful property!
Nikki R
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Super stay
Our family of 5 adult children, their significant others and a grand baby stayed at this location. It was exactly what we expected and needed. This property was perfect for party time for some and quiet time for others. Great experience.
Susan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natasha N.
Jul 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
beach vacay
everything was a pictured.. the home was beautiful and such easy access to the beach .. perfect for our large family .. would definitely recommend 5 stars
Natasha N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Laurie H.
Jul 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Decent house, poor management
At check in on Sunday, found ceiling leak in carriage house that had obviously been there a while. Someone came to look at it and told us a plumber would come back. Plumber came the next day, said not a plumbing issue, don’t be surprised if ceiling fell in. No call back from mgmt, which continued for two days. Mgmt finally calls back Wednesday with “great news”, it will be fixed Thursday. As we were checking out Friday a.m., I asked them not to come disrupt our last day. Mgmt got extremely rude and angry with me. Our entire stay we had towels in the middle of hallway soaking up dripping water. Another big surprise was the metal spiral staircase in the carriage house, which was not seen in any pictures or talked about in description of house. This made the area inaccessible to over half of our party due to their ages and/or physical disability. We would not have chosen this property if the staircase was known about. Other than these two big things, the house was ok, just showing lots of wear and tear. We will make sure to never use this rental agency again and would definitely not recommend them.
Laurie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie W.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING property!
This was a perfect house for our large family. Teens/young adults had the separate bunk house on the property which was perfect. The house was spotless and right across the street for the beach access. The public beach was small but we just woke up early and took our chairs down and had no problem. Locals did tell us there was another access down the street that was larger if we needed it but we didn’t even check it out. We were there for the 4th and watched fireworks on the beach. We were centrally located to shopping, good, gas etc.
PERFECT for us!
Katie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Phil M.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
By the Beach
Right across the street from the beach- great pool. Great communication with support. Nice open space to gather as a group. (there were just a few small little details that seemed a little out of place for such a nice property - like poor towels and no ability to dry beach towels in a dryer - ice maker broken) But the place is super nice and the pool layout and set up was a huge hit! And the location was terrific! The place came with 6 beach chairs and a wagon!
Phil M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim G.
Jun 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!!
This place is beautiful and in the perfect location! My family and I had a tremendous time here!! We wish we would have booked it for longer!!
Kim G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan K.
Apr 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week
We had a wonderful week. The only comment I would have is the cost associated with heating the pool which is a bit of an overcharge from my perspective.
I would add that by accident we packed one of the dish towels which we can return if necessary.
Dan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie V.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring Getaway
Great house and perfect location. Easy booking and communication with host/property prior to check in. We didn't have any issues during our stay so there was no need to contact them further. There were a lot of college spring breakers around us so lots of walking traffic by the house/pool. Didn't bother us, but if you were looking for quiet, this is probably not the place for you. My only negative would be that the stairs in both houses were steep. I didn't use the spiral stairs in the carriage house, but my family said they were sketchy, An upgrade opportunity would be to install hand rails on the staircases and in the bathrooms. Overall, great stay!!!!
Julie V.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
Dec 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!
It was such a beautiful home with a great location. We loved that there was a guest house too.
Beth W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim M.
Jul 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!!
We were in Destin for my daughter’s wedding on the beach! Everything was beautiful and we would definitely stay again in the future!
Kim M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Francena L.
Jun 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly location near beach
The stay was great. We look forward to another stay at this location.
Francena L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tamie K.
Jun 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation house.
We had our 2 married children and 10 grandchildren with us. Just a great home right across from the beach that all had fun in. The rooms were bigger and nicer than even your photos captured. And just walking right across the street to the beach was perfect. Thank you to the managers that helped with a couple small issues. Will hopefully return someday.
Tamie K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristina K.
Jun 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The locations was great with plenty of beds/rooms for everyone. Dog friendly was a bonus!
Kristina K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
J G.
May 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation In Destin
Loved the house, dog friendly and kids loved the pool. Across the street from the beach was awesome! My daughter and family used the carriage house which was nice from size standpoint, but they were separated from the rest of the family who was in the main house. Sitting on the front porch was very nice people watching. Love Destin, we had fun.
J G.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen L.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation House!
Great vacation house! We had 12 Adults and an infant and there was plenty of space! House was very clean ..Absolutely perfect location.. small public beach was gorgeous and plenty of space for large groups.
Kristen L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Taryn C.
Mar 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
We loved the location of the house and really appreciated the separate cottage. It reduced the crowd in the main kitchen and the noise level overall. Roy was very helpful. It was an easy process. Highly recommend!!
Taryn C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane G.
Nov 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly
This was an outstanding property, excellent location, and presented in Perfect condition. All family members enjoyed their stay and we all discussed a return visit. Beach was beautiful as usual and the restaurant one block away was excellent.
Diane G.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fran G.
Oct 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
This is a great house for a large family or group. You have a good view of the ocean with just a short walk across the street by a cross walk just in front of the house. The porches and outside seating is fantastic with great outdoor furniture. The kitchen is well equipped with anything needed for large family meals. We enjoyed our stay.
Fran G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jack G.
Oct 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect 4 generation family vacation.
Absolutely the best! Beautiful weather, awesome pool for my grandsons. Property manager got right on turning on the pool heater all 5 of them loved it and the oldest who is 4 learned to swim. House and carriage house worked perfect. Beach access very close and easy for my parents and the babies to get to and from the house. We will be back