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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Destin Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

This condo places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access

Pelican Beach Resort 305

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Beachfront bliss in Destin! With this one-bedroom condo you'll have what you need for your next beach vacation. There are hallway bunks for the kids and a balcony with views of the Gulf. An on-site hot tub, pools & direct beach access offer nonstop entertainment. The kitchen is well-equipped for everything from beach snacks to family feasts. Home essentials include central air-conditioning, & free WiFi.

The Pelican Beach Resort is a great place to relax, unwind & enjoy the Florida sunshine!

THINGS TO KNOW
Beach service is available for rent from March 31st to August 1st. These setups may block the view of the beach from your vacation rental.
Guests must be 25 years of age or older to check in or stay. If you are under 25 years old and are not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian that is 25 years of age or older, you will not be permitted to stay in this unit. Please call Vacasa as soon as possible about your reservation.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 3.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Property located in a resort

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 doesn't allow pets

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

91809

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this condo?

This condo in Destin is within a 10-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. You'll also find Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this condo?

No, this condo doesn't offer parking.

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, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access good for couples?

With a stay at this beachfront condo, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each condo unit plus kitchens and ocean views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does this condo have connecting rooms?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 17.2 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access?

Yes, every condo unit at Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Gulf-front condo with balcony, water views, pools, hot tub & beach access Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 58 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Just as listed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Anna M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Would Not Recommend

I chose this property because we were looking for an affordable condo on the beach that would fit our family of 5. It seemed to have great reviews but I’m wondering if those reviews were real bc we def did not have that experience. On a positive note, Check-in process was seamless and could have even checked in early, view from the balcony was lovely. Now on to the negatives. We arrived around 9pm and immediately realized there was no bedding for the couch bed and sand in one of the bunk beds. I texted Vacasa and no reply so I went to the front desk and they said to call Vacasa. I texted again and this time received a reply to “check everywhere for the bedding” this texting went on for 2 hours, and even on till the next day. The existing bedding on every bed consisted of 2 paper thin sheets so we covered up with our beach towels. The next day Vacasa told us to go to Walmart and buy the bedding we needed as there was no one to service our condo!!The hot water tank will only fill the tub about halfway before running out. The couch was FILTHY, terribly stained. Not fit for sitting or sleeping. Bunk bed ladder had a broken rail. I wish I could submit pics, just lots of little things that looked old, broken etc…. Main bed is very uncomfortable and squeaky. AC unit works but drips loudly and constantly. Overall I would rate the condo 6/10, it def needs some repairs, but unfortunately the non-existent Vacasa customer service was a 0/10. Would not recommend or ever rent from Vacasa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

maria s.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Run far and do not look back

Never in 15 years have I ever left a bad review with VRBO - REVIEWS ARE NOT ACCURATE The air conditioner was not working after around 20 texts 20 phone calls a visit with HOA then Having to threaten with legal Action was there finally someone there to fix the air absolutely ridiculous I have pictures of everything I am stating and the air got up to almost 90° after driving eight hours to get there that’s what we had to sleep offered us a day and a half refund And the air conditioner was not turned on until around 5 o’clock. The next day that was good compared to the bugs in the bed. One woke me up in the middle of the night crawling on me. I was scared to death to catch lice. Obviously they were bedbugs , the furniture was absolutely filthy. There was a hair in the shower which that happens but still gross. The pantry light-oven light outside light were all burnt out icemaker did not work. normally takes 9 to 12 minutes to bake cookies took 25 -the microwave didn’t work properly -bed was absolutely hard as a rock. Some people may like that but we just bought a Stearns and foster at home so we not used to sleeping on cement- outside patio light which I like to have light on at night it was hanging by a string again have pictures of everything stated It was absolutely gross and report it to who? took an act of Congress to get the air on why would I think this would get fixed never again. I requested owner to contact me. Never did. do not rent !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tanya W.

Destin

The condo itself was fine and the location was good. I booked through VRBO who then subbed it out to Vacasa. We were suppose to check in at 4:00 and at 4:30 I still had not received an e mail or information about how to get into the location. I walked into the lobby and the woman there was very nice, but told me that Vacasa would have that information. I called Vacasa and they advised me that they could not find my reservation. I spelled my first and last name several times. The woman finally found it and then advised me I would need to go to their location in Destin. I called the local Vacasa and again was told they could not find my reservation. I have a common name and it's not difficult to spell. After waiting for another 45 minutes he finally found my reservation and then told me the hotel had the code. I went back into the lobby where I was once again told Vacasa has the code. I called back and after another wait, he found me the code. There was no information on the Wifi so I called again about that and it took them two days to get me the info. Not the condo owners fault, but I will never use VRBO (Vacasa) again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brayden P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacay!

Room was nice with a great view. Close to everything in Destin and would definitely come back. Loved staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time. We came down for softball nationals/vacation. Perfect views!

We had everything we needed to cook and laundry wasn’t to far away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view

Great property and a great view. Staff at resort were king and on resort pricing Was reasonable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay!!

Love the room and property - will come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful vacation

Everything was great, and we had every amenity needed during our stay. From check-in to check-out, we had a wonderful time. We left 2 boogie boards and a pool float in the closet for future guests to enjoy. :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation getaway

Great property! We recently enjoyed our 2nd stay at this property. It fits our family perfectly and has an amazing location for our vacation getaway. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing weekend

This condo is absolutely awesome! The view of the water is perfect and being on the 3rd floor is just right. The property is clean and everyone is so friendly and helpful. We were there during peak season in July and were very impressed by how smoothly everything flowed. Only complaint is the mattress in the master, it was a little to firm for our liking. But we had a great relaxing weekend and highly recommend this condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Would return. Perfect visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Barbara D.

It should be advised that the property doesn’t have a public beach area except way behind setups..

The property was not as nice as I expected it to be based on the reviews. And the fact that it didn’t have beach towels or any public beach access, and the only way to be on the beach is in the water or rent 2 chairs & an umbrella for $35. That was quite disappointing. You could setup behind the 5 or more rows of chair setups, which was fine, but didn’t know I needed to bring beach towels or a blanket, and that was kind of hard since I traveled by plane to the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Jo Ann D., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Just OK

We were somewhat disappointed in the entire building. There was nothing awful, but it was just ok. The condo was very small and felt cramped. The bed was so hard the I had a back ache the whole time. The view out of the balcony was of an unfinished pool with dirty water. We were not made aware of this. There was another small pool. We ended up leaving two days early because it was just depressing to us. Maybe it was the rainy weather, but we like our own home better , so we left.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family destination!

Our family had a great time together and the condo had everything we needed. It was clean & well organized. We had plenty of space for the four of us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Experience

We enjoyed our stay during the spring break with our kid. This unit has a wonderful ocean view, easy access to the beach, and close to shops and restaurants. The check-in process was very easy, and the property was very clean and updated. This unit has one bedroom with a king-size bed, a bunk bed, a sofa bed in the living room, and two full bathrooms. Laundry room was relatively clean and near the unit. Also the owner, Frances, was wonderful to communicate with and very responsive and helpful to answer all our questions. We will love to come back and stay in the same unit and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Condo was perfect

Condo was just as described. Great view. Our only problem was with check in. We arrived at 4 but still had to wait an hour for our room to be ready. Overall we had a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trista S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the lower floor

2 of 4 elevators weren’t in operation so we appreciated using the stairs. Very doable on the third floor. View will be great once the pool construction is complete. Right over pool, looking out to gulf. Remember to bring your own paper towels/napkins and dish soap, etc for disposal and cleaning. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day weekend

Wonderful clean condo. Had a blast. From check in to check out was super easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

All the comforts of home

My Sister and I spent a fabulous, stress-free week in Frances’ condo and enjoyed Destin and all it has to offer. We highly recommend this beautifully appointed home with every convince one could image. Frances was extremely helpful and prompt to respond to any messages. We plan to stay here again as soon as possible. Thank you Frances!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

MELISSA M.

Weekend Getaway

Overall our visit was not as good as we would have liked. My husband and I never get away. He is disabled and this place is not setup for handicapped persons at all. There is NO handicapped parking near the front entrance. There were 4 main elevators that were out of order on our 2nd day when we returned from sight seeing and I don't think they ever got all of them working the rest of our stay. When I booked, I was under the impression that there were 3 pools and beach access. When I arrived, the main pool is under construction. I did find a smaller pool and the inside pool which I was not interested in. Upon arrival and placing our things in the refrigerator, it smelled strongly of bleach and there was frozen fish, bait, and bagged ice left in the freezer. I did contact the owner who contacted me back fairly quickly but showed little concern. I will have to pay closer attention and ask more questions before booking something again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place for Six

This property was exactly as described. It is much larger than the pictures portray. My husband and I stayed, along with our 2 teenage sons and 1 friend each. Our oldest son and his friend slept in the bunk beds. Both boys are about 5’10”. They both said they were comfortable and loved the shelf, light and plug-in above their pillow on each bed. Our youngest son and his friend slept on the pull-out couch. He is 5’11”. They both said it was very comfortable. They made the couch each morning and had room under the 2 square tables (coffetable) to stash the bedding for the day. My husband and I slept in the king-sized bed. It slept like a dream! There was plenty of drawers in the bedroom to hold all of our clothes and even more room in the closet in the bedroom to hang clothes and put extra shoes. The boys who slept in the bunk beds had 3 drawers to put their clothes. We put all the empty suitcases in our van during our stay, so they were out of the way. The boys who slept in the pull-out couch put each of their suitcases under the sofa table near the kitchen and used that space as their drawers. Everyone put extra shoes to the left of that table to keep them out of the hallway. The kitchen was extra spacious and had any utensil or cookware that one would need. The table seated 6, which was perfect for all of our meals. On top of that, the kitchen island provided an extra 4 more seats, which came in handy for laptop stations. The two bathrooms provided plenty of privacy and space for six people. The teenage boys had their own bathroom, while my husband and I had ours. There is also an extra large closet that houses all of the beach equipment such as chairs, toys, etc. and even our cooler that we brought with us. We had plenty of towels for our stay with enough for 6 in each bathroom. Just be sure to bring your own beach towels, which we did. The balcony was very large with plenty of seating with a table and side table. The view has an amazing ocean-front view and being on the 3rd floor is a plus! The decor is so nice and everything neat and clean. We would absolutely book this room from this Miss Frances Wadley again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Condo was amazing! Perfect beach getaway and owner was very helpful. Will absolutely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Condo

The condo was very clean, well kept, beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable. The location and view was magnificent. The only complaint I have is the beach front. The amount of guest and units at the Pelican Beach Resort the beach front for the Pelican is limited and crowded. This has been my first time out of twenty three years visiting the Emerald Coast where the property line for the resort was marked and you were restricted to an area. I rented beach service, however I was still three to four rows back from the water. If you have little ones it's hard to keep an eye on them from that area. If you bring your own chairs and umbrella you are restricted to sit behind the five or so rows of rented chairs and umbrellas. I brought my chair to the property line and set at the water to watch my kids. I was discouraged not to sit there all day. If you have little ones who love the beach as much as mine do; you may want to go somewhere the beachfront isn't marked off so you have access to watch them. I made it work and my girls are a little older now. I enjoyed my vacation. The owner, Frances, was very friendly and easy to work with. I regret to say I probably will not rent here again just because of the beach front being crowded and limited. Other than that it is a very nice resort and the condo was very cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020