Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
33 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Destin
Located in Crystal Beach within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights like Destin Beaches. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Destin Commons - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
James Lee Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 9 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Miller's Ale House - 9 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 10 min walk
El Jalisco Destin - 15 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.
Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access
🌴 Welcome to Emerald Sands • Crystal Shores — Your Destin Home Away From Home 🏖️ Some vacations are just a place to sleep. This is not that. Crystal Shores is a real Florida home on a quiet residential street, one block from some of the most beautiful white sand on the Gulf Coast, with the kind of outdoor space, thoughtful details, and laid-back comfort that makes guests stop mid-stay and start looking at return dates. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps up to 10. A private yard that most Destin rentals simply cannot offer. And a location that puts the best of Crystal Beach right outside your door. This is the vacation you have been picturing. 🌊
🏠 THE HOME From the moment you pull into the driveway you will notice this is different from the typical Destin rental. No elevator banks, no shared hallways, no neighbors on three sides. Just a charming Florida home with a private yard, a wrap-around screened porch, and the smell of salt air coming off the Gulf. Inside, every room was set up with real comfort in mind. Renovated kitchen. Updated bathrooms. Smart TVs in every room. WiFi 6 Fiber running at 1 Gbps so the whole family can stream, game, and video call without a single complaint. Everything stocked and ready so you can walk in, drop your bags, and start vacationing immediately. This is a personally managed home. When you message us you are talking directly to us — not a call center, not a property management company. We respond quickly because we genuinely care how your stay goes.
🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS — ROOM FOR EVERYONE 👑 Primary Suite A generously sized master retreat with a King Bed, private full bath, and Smart TV. This is the room you will not want to leave in the morning. Natural light, comfortable bedding, and enough space to actually spread out after a long day on the beach. 🛏️ Secondary Bedroom A King Bed, Smart TV, and its own comfortable vibe. Perfect for another couple or a guest who deserves their own space. 🛌 Bunk Room Twin over Full bunk bed plus a Twin Trundle — this room was made for kids and they are going to love it. Includes closet storage so everyone has a place to unpack and settle in. 🛋️ Living Room A spacious, comfortable living room with a pull-out sofa that sleeps 2 more when you need it. 🏡 Total sleeping capacity — up to 8 comfortably with room to breathe. The floor plan - primary suite has real separation from the other bedrooms — parents get their privacy and the kids get their own zone. Everyone wins.
🍳 KITCHEN & DINING — COOK LIKE YOU ARE HOME The kitchen was fully renovated with brand new appliances and it shows. This is not a vacation kitchen with one dull knife and a pan that has seen better days. It is fully stocked with everything you need for real cooking — whether that is pancakes and eggs before the beach or a full dinner spread after a long day in the sun. 🍽️ Fully stocked cookware, utensils, and servingware 🧼 Starter supply of dishwasher soap and paper towels provided ☕ Coffee maker ready to fuel your mornings 🍴 Dining table seats up to 6 with additional seating at the breakfast bar 🛒 Grocery stores are conveniently close to the house — stock up quickly after arrival and you are set for the week
🌴 OUTDOOR LIVING — WHERE THE REAL VACATION HAPPENS Here is the honest truth about most Destin rentals — they do not have outdoor space worth talking about. A small balcony if you are lucky. Maybe a shared courtyard. Crystal Shores is completely different and the outdoor space is one of the biggest reasons guests come back. 🌅 WRAP-AROUND SCREENED FRONT PORCH This porch is going to become your favorite spot within the first hour. Grab your morning coffee and watch the neighborhood wake up. Spend your afternoon reading in the shade with the Gulf breeze coming through. Wind down your evenings here with a cold drink and nowhere to be. Fully screened so you stay cool and bug-free no matter the time of day. The kind of porch that makes you wonder why you do not have one at home. 🌌 PERGOLA & BRICK PATIO — EVENINGS UNDER THE STARS Step out back and you will find a pergola strung with warm string lights, a brick patio made for lingering, and an atmosphere that turns an ordinary Tuesday night into a vacation memory. This is where the evenings happen. Pour a drink, fire up the grill, pull up a chair, and let the night stretch out under the stars the way beach vacations are supposed to. The string lights make it feel like your own private outdoor restaurant — relaxed, warm, and just right. 🔥 PROPANE GRILL WITH WOOD SMOKING CHIP TRAY This is not a dusty old grill shoved in the corner. It is a brand new propane grill with a wood smoking chip tray that gives you the best of both worlds — the rich, smoky flavor of wood and charcoal cooking with the convenience and control of propane. No bag of charcoal to hunt down, no waiting 45 minutes for coals to be ready. Just fire it up, drop in the wood chips, and let the smoke do its thing. Smoked ribs. Grilled fish fresh from the Gulf. Corn on the cob. Burgers for the whole crew. Pull up a chair under the pergola string lights and turn dinner into the highlight of the day. 🍖🌽 🚿 OUTDOOR SHOWER Rinse the sand off before heading inside exactly like a beach house should have. Simple, convenient, and one of those things you will use every single day. 🏖️ BEACH GEAR STORAGE Chairs, umbrellas, beach toys — keep everything organized and ready to grab on your way out the door. No digging through the car, no leaving things behind.
📺 LIVING SPACES & TECHNOLOGY 🛋️ Spacious, comfortable living room with pull-out sofa 📺 Smart TVs in every room — stream Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and everything else 📶 WiFi 6 Fiber Internet running at a full 1 Gbps — fast enough for every device in the house streaming simultaneously with zero buffering, zero slowdowns, and zero complaints. Yes, even the kids on their tablets and the adults on a video call at the same time. 🌀 All-in-one washer and dryer combo in unit — wash and dry without ever switching loads so you spend less time on laundry and more time on the beach. Pack lighter and stay longer.
🧴 BATHROOMS Both bathrooms are stocked with travel-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap. Just show up — we have got the rest covered.
🧸 FAMILY FRIENDLY — WE HAVE KIDS TOO We built this home with families in mind because we are a family ourselves. We know what it takes to travel with kids and we have thought through every detail so you do not have to. 🧸 Pack & Play for little ones 🪑 High chair for toddlers 🍼 Kids dishware provided 🏖️ Beach toys for the little explorers
Pack lighter. Stress less. Enjoy more. Everything you need is already here.
🏖️ THE BEACH & LOCATION — CRYSTAL SHORES, DESTIN FL You are not tucked away in some quiet corner of Destin hoping to find the beach. You are one block from it. 🌊 THE SHORE AT CRYSTAL BEACH PARK — ONE BLOCK AWAY This is one of the most beloved stretches of Gulf shoreline in all of Destin — white sand, emerald water, and a quieter, less crowded atmosphere than the big resort beaches. Restrooms, showers, a covered picnic area, and a beach walkover are all right there. Show up, spread out, and enjoy the Gulf the way it was meant to be enjoyed. 🌅 WEST-FACING BEACH — GULF SUNSETS EVERY NIGHT Crystal Beach faces west. That means every evening you get a front-row seat to the Gulf sunset — the sky turning pink and gold over the water, just one block from your front door. No driving, no crowds, no planning required. Just walk down and watch. 🎁 COMPLIMENTARY BEACH SETUP INCLUDED 2 beach chairs and an umbrella are included with your stay during peak season so you can head straight to the sand without worrying about gear. Just show up. 🏖️ (Seasonal: March 1 – October 31) 🏊 CRYSTAL SHORES COMMUNITY POOL — STEPS AWAY A quiet, uncrowded neighborhood pool right in the community. Nothing like a resort pool packed with strangers — just a peaceful place to cool off when you want a break from the Gulf. 🚲 BIKE-FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD The streets here are flat, quiet, and made for cruising. Rent bikes, ride to the beach, pedal to breakfast, explore Scenic Hwy 98 without ever starting the car. This is beach town living at its best. 🍽️ RESTAURANTS & NIGHTLIFE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE Great local restaurants and bars are close enough to walk to — no Uber needed for a night out. Coffee shops, casual lunch spots, fresh seafood, and lively beach bars are all right around the corner. 🛍️ DESTIN COMMONS — MINUTES AWAY Open-air shopping, dining, movies, and entertainment for when you want a change of scenery. Close enough for a quick trip, far enough away to not intrude on the peace and quiet of Crystal Shores. 🎣 WORLD CLASS WATER ACTIVITIES NEARBY Destin is known as the Luckiest Fishing Village in the World for a reason. Deep sea fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, parasailing, snorkeling, and every water sport imaginable are all within easy reach.
🌌 End every evening the way a beach vacation should end — under the pergola string lights, on the brick patio, with the Gulf breeze rolling in and nowhere to be until morning. 🌴🏖️
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,300 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What is 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 Shore at Crystal Beach Park. You'll also find Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
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 22.3 mi away (31 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access?
No, you won't find house with balconies at Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access.
Charming Destin Home | Yard, Pool & Beach Access Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Donovan P.
Apr 9, 2025
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Love it!
One of the best properties we’ve ever stayed at. Definitely will be back! Great host!