Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a short stroll from this vacation home, and other popular attractions like Destin Beaches are within a couple of miles (3 km). The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Destin Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Destin Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
The Track Family Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Jolee Island Nature Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
The Back Porch - 4 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 17 min walk
McDonald's - 10 min walk
Subway - 3 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️
Welcome to Southbay by the Gulf #93. Our updated family friendly town home is just steps away from the beach & swimming pool and includes "Free Beach Service" (March-October). Every morning an umbrella and two chairs will be reserved for you and your family on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beach. We also provide beach toys in our guest patio closet for the kids to enjoy during your stay. Our beach town home is located in the most popular section of Southbay and is within walking distance to dining, entertainment, shopping, and has become extremely popular for many return guest. Southbay by the Gulf is a community of privately owned town homes. This resort style community is located on 300 feet of one of the world's most beautiful private beaches with pristine powder white sand and crystal clear water. The property also has a 5 acre stocked freshwater lake to enjoy catching bass and brim. Park in your reserved parking spot within steps of your front door and avoid all those high-rise condo headaches.
This privately owned two story beach town home has been recently updated in 2024 with shiplap ceilings throughout the townhome and a snack bar with Mini-Refrigerator to store all of your beach snacks and beverages. This beach gem is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath (with an additional queen size pull out sleeper sofa) that sleeps 8 guests and has approximately 1300 square feet of living space. This beautifully decorated beach town home is well appointed with everything you need to make your vacation memorable. Step out of your front door for a 10 second walk to the swimming pool or about a 1 minute walk to the beautiful beach. No streets to cross.
Some of the amenities of Southbay Unit 93 beach town home include: Downstairs/ first floor: Key-less electronic front door lock for express check-in (No more worrying about keys!) Remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops Kitchen cabinets and pantry with plenty of storage space. Stainless steel dishwasher Over the oven stainless steel microwave Stainless steel Glass-top stove / oven Pots and pans, dishes and utensils Blender, toaster, crock pot, rice cooker, air fryer, and coffee bar area Stainless steel "full size" side by side refrigerator / freezer with ice maker Full-size washer and dryer Living room set with Queen Sleeper Sofa and love seat Cocktail and end table with lamp Flat Screen 65" Ultra High Definition Smart TV/ Blu-Ray player / Cable with remote / Theater Sound System Dining table and chairs with (Child Booster Seat if needed) Snack Bar with a Mini-Refrigerator to store all of your beach snacks and drinks Remodeled Half bath New tile floors High Speed Wireless Internet Beach Towels Provided Upstairs / second story: Master Bedroom- New King size bedroom suite and mattress, flat screen Smart TV with cable and remote, night stand, USB port lamps, alarm clock, ceiling fan, private full bathroom with tub / shower, Marble top vanity, and a walk in closet with plenty of storage space.
Second Bedroom - Queen Size Bedroom set with new mattress, flat screen TV with cable and remote, ceiling fan, dresser drawers, night stand, USB port lamps, alarm clock, and closet with plenty of storage space.
Third Bedroom- 2 twin beds with new mattresses, flat screen TV with cable and remote, ceiling fan, dresser drawers, night stand with lamp, alarm clock, and closet with plenty of storage space.
Full Bathroom- Full size shared bathroom with tub / shower, and a Marble top vanity for the Second and Third Bedrooms.
Back Yard Patio- Extra large private brick paved patio, new outdoor polywood dining table and chairs, beach towel racks, beach toys located in the guest patio storage closet, and a propane gas Barbeque Grill.
All guests have access to the property's 300 feet of beautiful private beach, two adult swimming pools (one heated during the winter holidays) and two pools for children with an air compressor station to blow up your inflatables. You and your family can play tennis, Pickleball, or shuffleboard in the lighted tennis court area, fish for bass and brim in the five acre stocked lake, or enjoy feeding the lake’s many ducks, turtles and birds from the lake bridge and gazebos.
Southbay by the Gulf is located in the heart of Destin and is within walking distance to many popular restaurants, shopping, supermarkets, Big Kahuna water park, and The Track recreation center. Southbay is also very close to other popular attractions such as, The Harbor Walk Village, pontoon boat rentals, deep sea fishing charters, and the Silver Sands Outlet Mall.
Southbay #93 is a beautiful beach town home to vacation with family and friends and has everything to offer to make your vacation relaxing and memorable. Our town home has become a favorite for many returning guest that have become a part of our beach town home family, so reserve your preferred dates today as our townhome books up very fast. Put your flip flops on, and come enjoy a relaxing time at our family friendly town home and have some fun in the sun!
Thank you, Patrick & Rita Greene
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
2 outdoor pickleball courts
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Some LED lighting used
Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please follow the checkout instructions on the refrigerator and in the welcome pack you received at the beginning of your beach trip
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
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Updated 3 BR 2.5 BA steps Beach Pool 93 Free Beach Service House
Updated 3 BR 2.5 BA steps Beach Pool 93 Free Beach Service
Updated 3 BR 2.5 BA steps Beach Pool 93 Free Beach Service"
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
Guests enjoy the vacation home's walkable location in Destin based on their ratings, and it's a short 13-minute walk from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Destin Harbor. You'll also find Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature ocean view.
Are there hot tubs at 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"