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A beach with white sand and waves.
A two-story building with a covered porch, palm trees, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a marble countertop, a stainless steel dishwasher, and pendant lights.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A two-story building with a covered porch, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81405 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Bay Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Miramar Beach

Located within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of James Lee Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whales Tail - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 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.

Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!

You'll love this cozy beach cottage that comfortably sleeps 8 and is located in the popular gated MARAVILLA RESORT in DESTIN FL., a very short walk to the Emerald Waters & Sugary Sand Beaches along Scenic Gulf Drive. The Resort offers Private Deeded Beach Access, 2 swimming pools, 1 heated with a hot tub just a short hop and within view from the rear deck of this fabulous cottage. This family friendly community includes tennis courts, basketball court, fitness center, shuffle board and BBQ grills. "DESTIN"ATION BY THE SEA is centrally located close to Destin Harbor, Silver Sands & Destin Commons Shopping Centers, Big Kahunas Water Park, Restaurants/Bars, Golf, Watersports & Bike/Scooter Rentals.

From the moment you walk into "DESTIN"ATION BY THE SEA COTTAGE, you will feel right at home! A large, open concept, family room/dining room/kitchen provides plenty of space to relax with family and friends. The master bedroom has a private bath, a king size bed and private access to the back deck. There are two additional bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with two twin beds and a double bed. All of the bedrooms have flat panel TVs. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the necessities such as blender, toaster, coffee maker, crock pot. A gas BBQ grill is on the side porch with easy access to the kitchen. There is a laundry room with full size washer and dryer along with an ironing board and iron. Enjoy the Florida sunshine, ocean breezes and your morning coffee on the wrap around front porch surrounded by beautiful palm trees. Or have your evening cocktails on the back deck that overlooks the pool, hot tub and community greenspace. We provide beach service that includes two chairs and an umbrella. You just need to bring your swimsuit and flip flops!


The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 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. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1,405 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please don't leave any trash in the outside trash can....take whatever remaining trash you have to the dumpsters on the parking lot by the tennis courts. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

A copy of valid drivers license must be provided. A signed rental agreement must be provided.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 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
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Maravilla Beach Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates
Maravilla Beach Cottage Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates
Maravilla Beach Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates Destin
Maravilla Beach Cottage Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates
Maravilla Beach Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates Destin
Maravilla Beach Pool Side Short Stroll Beach Great Rates

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Miramar Beach within a short 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach. You'll also find Destin Beaches and Destin Commons within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cottage include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!?

No, but this cottage offers jetted bathtubs in all cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 20.1 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball!?

Yes, every cottage at Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball! comes with a patio.

Relaxing beach retreat steps away to beach, pools, hot tub tennis/pickleball! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed everything about the stay. The house was perfect and it has everything you could possibly need. Close to pool and just steps away from the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Home

Beautiful week in Destin Florida
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay!

Our family loved our time at this wonderful beach cottage! It was clean and comfortable with great amenities. We enjoyed the close proximity to the pool and the short walk to the beach. Diane was easy to communicate with, answered questions, and provided us with everything we needed for a delightful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Beach House

We had 6 adults and there was so much space that no one felt cramped or overcrowded. We could walk to the beach or go out the back door to the beautiful pool. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short walk to beach in a quiet neighborhood

Cottage was clean and spacious. We appreciated the quiet neighborhood and short walk to the beach. Our teens enjoyed the warm pool and the hot tub. The beach was beautiful! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2023 Beach Vacation

The location was perfect. Just a short walk to the beach and pools. Very kid friendly for my three grandchildren that stayed with us and easily accessible for my 81 year old mother who stayed with us also!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanye D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2023

Loved the house! Great location. Lots of amenities. Very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week

Location was great, tons of room and everything in the home was there that you might need. Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krysten T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage!

The cottage is beautiful, clean and in a wonderful location. It's really nice having the heated pool and hot tub right in the back of the house, and having the beach just a short walk away. We stayed at the cottage with our family of 5 and it was perfect for us. Also, Diane was very responsive and helpful. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach cottage paradise

Our week long stay was nothing less than paradise. Cottage was exactly like described. Everything was as easy as it could have been as far as checking in, finding everything and checking out. Would stay again and would also recommend. Overall all our expectations were exceeded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Walker K.

Excellent property to rent.

We enjoyed our stay very much. The home was so clean and beautifully decorated. The linens and beds were exceptional . The kitchen had all the utensils needed. The beach toys and beach cart were nice to have available. The owners were very nice to deal with and made sure our stay was enjoyable. We plan to rent this unit again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful family vacation! Check in was extremely easy and the cleanliness of the cottage is incredible (we have stayed at other beach homes over the years and stated more than once this was the cleanest we had ever been in). Pool is quite literally in the backyard and the walk to the beautiful beach is just a short stroll! Many restaurants take reservations that are just a short drive away which is nice. Diane was very communicative and accommodating. We are so thrilled we picked Destin and this home for our family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Beautiful House on a Beautiful Beach

My friends and I rented the cottage for two nights to celebrate my 30th birthday at the beach. It's a great house with a 3-5 minute walk to the ocean. The community has its own beach entrance and each rental unit has access to an umbrella and two chairs. There were seven adults in our party and the house was plenty big enough to accommodate all of us. Certainly enough space for everyone to sit and watch a movie or pull up a chair at the dining room table and play a round of Monopoly. Great place -- I would definitely recommend for short-term and long-term renters.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kirk E.

Wow! Amazing Destin Vacation!!!

What a fabulous beach home. Truly a delight! This is our favorite home in the community and our second time at this particular cottage. This cottage is clean, crisp, and comfortable. The owner has practical appliances and tools for everyday living. Having a family, I could appreciate that. The cottage is steps away from the pool and hot tub. There is a grill and plenty patio furniture. We plan to return to the same wonderful cottage again! Sunny days at the beach for us, in our home-away-from-home. Thank you to the lovely owner for sharing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Beautiful Place On Earth

Miramar beach has been my family’s go-to the last five years. We really do consider it the most beautiful place on earth. We stayed at Maravilla the first year, and haven’t looked elsewhere since! And now, we’re spoiled with staying in a house vs. a condo! And this home was no disappointment! Very clean. Updated. Everything worked just as it should. Great communication with the owner. Clear and very timely. It was our best stay at Maravilla yet! 0 complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric a.

Excellent experience

Having rented various homes at Maravilla for many years and having been an owner ourselves, our experience was excellent. The cottage was exactly as expected - updated, well-appointed, comfortable, clean, and exactly as advertised. The owner takes great pride in their cottage which shows in how it is furnished and in their attentiveness and responsiveness. We had one question (no problem or fault of the owners) upon check in and the owner responded very promptly. The location of this cottage is ideal with quick access to the pool and other amenities that Maravilla offers. After the rental our deposit was returned promptly. Perfect experience and we would gladly rent this cottage again and/or refer anyone to do so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sue f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Beautiful house and beach. House had everything we needed. Comfortable and spacious. Thanks Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destination by the sea

We just returned from our stay at Destination by the Sea. It was a wonderful week full of great memories with our family and friends. Diane is the homeowner. She was great to work with prior to and during our stay. The house is beautifully decorated and we were grateful for her hospitality. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Title

No problem
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break getaway

This property was exactly as promised. A nice house in a great community within a small walk from the ocean. The part that made this rental even better was the property manager. We had everything we needed and more. The communication was direct and prompt. We even accidentally left some things behind and was able to get a hold of the property manager within minutes. Our things were returned to us in the shape that we left them. This was our first time renting this property, but we’d do it again and recommend it to anyone.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is the one you want

We have been staying at Maravilla for several years and have rented from many different agencies and have always been satisfied. This year we rented the Beach Cottage and we were so pleasantly surprised. This home truly exceeded our expectations! The pictures do not do justice and no detail is overlooked. Speaking directly with the owner brings a level of reassurance that I didn’t even realize had been lacking by booking through management properties. Each stay at Maravilla has been great but this year was exceptional. We had one rainy day which would normally mean going to the movies or trying to find things to entertain the kids. This year we took advantage of the games provided at the cottage and in between games we had mini photo sessions on the porch. It was so much fun changing outfits and poses, the furniture and scenery provided such beautiful backdrops without ever leaving the home. We had a total of 8 people in our group spanning three generations and these photographs are so treasured. I highly recommend the Beach Cottage and look forward to many returns. Thank you Diane for sharing your home with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Beautiful, comfortable and clean.

Loved the beach cottage..... steps to the pool, the bunk bed room was great for our three grandkids. Kitchen had everything you needed to prepare and cook. Overall, a fantastic place to vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Wonderful stay!

Home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Great home in a great community!

We had 5 adults and 2 children and were very comfortable for the week we were there. The home is clean and in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

We stayed at this property mid June 2018 because of the previous reviews this property had recieved.

We went to the Home Away app and searched and searched for some place better than the crowded condos. I was looking for some place clean, up to date, convient in its location, with great reviews. When looking at reviews for this property, I found no negative statements. Some 19 previous reviews said this property was very clean and up to date. Owner was very responsive. I want to say it all is true. We found this to be the case...very clean, up to date interior, Diane Seerey is very responsive. The location is great to other attractions, pool in back of the house, and the beach is a short walk. The included beach chairs and umbrellas made it very convient each day. We found the beach more family oriented and less crowded than places we have stayed in the past. We loved it so much that we booked in advance for the next year before our departure. We highly recomend this property. We just had one of our best vacations ever in Destin at the Destination by the Sea. Thank you for sharing your house with my family! We are coming back...next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

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