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Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach!

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
A heated pool
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101556 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Commons
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Emerald Coast Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Henderson Beach State Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fenced private yard.

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Destin Commons - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬11 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.

Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach!

Welcome to Blue Mind!

Relax and recharge in this beautifully renovated Crystal Beach Cottage with your own private pool and bocce court! This home sleeps up to 10 guests – ideal for 2-3 couples or 1-2 families with children. Just a short walk to the beach, this home offers everything you need for the perfect beach vacation!

Open living and dining area with comfortable modern seating
Large Roku TV+cable+Netflix
Desk and chair
Large dining table seats 8-10
Fully equipped custom kitchen

2 King bedrooms (with Roku TVs + Netflix + cable)
Bunk Room with 2 twin-over-full bunks (with Smart TV + Netflix)
2 full bathrooms with double sinks

Private pool
Private bocce court
Covered outdoor dining area
Gas grill

Additional amenities include:
Free Wi-Fi
Fluffy white bath towels and a hair dryer in each bathroom
High chair and pack-n-play
Washer & dryer, iron and ironing board
Cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap

CUSTOM KITCHEN
You'll enjoy making your favorite meals in this renovated custom kitchen featuring coastal cabinets, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. It offers plenty of prep and storage space, including an island. You'll find most everything you'll need here including pots, pans, dishes, glasses and silverware, as well as a drip coffee maker, blender and toaster.

KING BEDROOM #1 – with Private Ensuite
This spacious master bedroom has a comfortable KING BED, nightstands with lamps and a big Smart TV.. There are double closets and a large dresser, so you can settle in and make yourself at home.

En-Suite Bathroom #1
This private en-suite bathroom is accessed from the King Master Bedroom and features a double vanity with extra storage, commode and a custom walk-in tile shower.

KING BEDROOM #2
This comfortable bedroom has an inviting KING BED, 2 nightstands with lamps, a dresser and double closets. There's an accent chair and a Smart TV included in this room as well.

BEDROOM #3 - Double Bunk Room
Children or teens will love this space with two twin-over-full bunks -- that's sleeping space for up to 6 children.. There's a closet and dresser for storing clothes and toys, as well as a Smart TV too.

Hallway Bathroom #2
The beautifully updated hallway bath is shared by King Bedroom #2 and Bunk Room guests. It features a large double vanity, commode, and custom tile tub/shower with glass doors.

POOL & OUTDOOR AREA
The beautiful private pool is surrounded by wood decking, giving you plenty of space to enjoy the Destin sunshine. The pool can be heated in cooler months for an additional fee. You can relax in the lounge chairs in the sun or enjoy meals or drinks at the dining table which seats 6 on the covered patio overlooking the pool. For outdoor cooking, you'll find a gas grill. And for your children's safety, there are alarms on the doors leading to the pool from the main house.

For even more outdoor fun, you can challenge each other to a game of Bocce on the private, custom court. It's an easy game for all ages - we provide the rules, in case you're unfamiliar.

PERFECT BEACH LOCATION
The Shores at Crystal Beach public beach access point is just a short walk to the end of the block. This access point (right across from Camille's) has a pavilion, picnic tables, public restrooms, showers and limited parking. We provide a beach cart with beach chairs and umbrella, so you can roll your gear to the beach with ease.

This home is in the heart of Crystal Beach, a quiet, walkable neighborhood with white picket fences and easy access to shopping, restaurants and activities in Destin. Destin Commons, a beautiful upscale shopping and entertainment center, is less than a half-mile away. It features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Bass Pro Shop, World of Beer, Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl & Grill, AMC Theater with IMAX and much more. Local favorite, Camille's, is just down the street, and The Crab Trap is about a mile east. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go parasailing all within walking distance. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”!

FREE OFF-STREET PARKING
You may park up to 3 vehicles at this home, depending on size.

Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is a local Destin company. We make sure this home is clean, well-maintained and ready for you to enjoy. Unlike other property managers, who may be hundreds of miles away, our office is right here in the neighborhood We're happy to answer any questions before you book and we're available during your stay.

NOTE: Monthly rates during November through February are based on two-person occupancy. If you have more than two people staying at the property, you may be subject to additional charges after you have booked the reservation online.
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 TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.

Property manager

*Sugar Palm Rentals*

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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 marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,556 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

  • 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
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
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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

New Listing! Rare 3 Bedroom Modern House With Private Pool
949593

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Crystal Beach within a short 4-minute walk of Miramar Beach and also 10 minutes on foot from Henderson Beach State Park. You'll also find Destin Beaches and Destin Commons within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next 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; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a private pool and a kitchen as well as a heated pool.

Does Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach! have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

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 17.7 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach!?

No, at Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach!, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Blue Mind | Crystal Beach Cottage Private Pool, Bocce Court, Walk to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Home!

From the moment we booked the place we had incredible communication with the property team. The home was spotless and by far the best place we have ever stayed. The layout was perfect for our family of 5 and could have even had a few more with the extra bunks! Pool was fun and the location can’t be beat! We already are looking to book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

Great property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blue Mind is fantastic

Everything about our stay was great! The location is just a short walk to the beach and the pool was wonderful to cool off. We didn’t get a chance to play bocce but liked that the court provided additional privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

I could not have asked for a better location and amenities. The listing is exactly as it appears in the description and pictures. 10/10 would recommend! We will definitely look at staying here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness

School is out

It was everything that they explained. Great location, great place, great fun. Our grandkids enjoyed the pool. We would do it again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great location!

This house was perfect for our trip with me, my husband, 4 teens and a 10 year old. The location was perfect…close to the beach and close to shops. The communication was amazing. The house was described perfectly and was clean! We only went to the beach one time because the pool was just what we needed! We would absolutely book this property again. We love Destin!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of Heaven

This sweet place was everything we wanted and more. It was exactly as it was described and looked exactly as the pictures showed. We cant wait to come back for our next trip. This is a must rent! Ty!!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

austin h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house was in a great location with only a 3 minute walk to a beautiful beach! Short drive to grocery store and shopping outlets.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in Destin!

Overall, this house is great! Very clean, spacious enough for our family of 6, nice pool, beach gear to use...it had everything we needed. The management company was great - friendly and responsive to our questions/needs. We were literally a 5 minute walk from the beach! Shopping was close by too. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house & location

A spectacular week with two families (5 kids total). House was great, pool was awesome, and location was the best. We timed it! About 12 minutes round trip (drinks in hand) from front door to our feet in the water on the beach, and back to the front door. Obviously, we stayed and played on the white sand beach for much longer. Customer service was amazing, too. They called and texted to make sure the check in and check out process was as simple as possible. And when we realized we didn’t want to leave…they made it super easy to book another night (luckily it was available!)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location!

We enjoyed our stay so much! It’s just steps from the beach. We traveled with our teens & two grandparents & everyone loved this house! The private pool was enjoyed by everyone. The property management was so helpful when my mom realized she’d forgotten a bag at home and had It sent overnight to their office. Definitely planning to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Was an excellent location. Proximity to the beach is always critical with small children because you’re constantly going back and forth, carrying all the beach gear!!! It really helped that they provided a wagon and not to mention a great pool!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariela F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very well maintained and confortable beach house

We enjoyed staying for 6 nights in this beach house (group of 4 adults and 5 children). Very clean, organized, nice decor, fluffy towels, comfortable beds. The swimming pool was awesome; beach toys, inflatables, umbrellas and beach chairs can be found inside the shed by the pool. The location was just perfect, only 5 minutes away from the beach. My only suggestion would be to upgrade the grill. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

brad b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Family Beach House

The house was ready early and was super clean. The house has everything you will need. This was our first trip to Destin and we will be back. I would definitely stay here again just 2 short blocks to the beach. It was cold the week we were there so the heated pool was very nice. Nice Webber grill to cook out and all the cookware you would need to make anything. I could go on and on this place was just awesome thank you for making our trip so fun!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for our family

We were in love with the property from the moment we walked in. The space was clean, modern and comfortable. The kitchen had no shortage of dishes and utensils to use. The pool was clean and warm. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. It was the perfect space for our family of 5 and we would definitely rent it again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome vacation house

This was a wonderful place to stay. Very clean and convenient. Close 10 minute walk to beach and very safe area. Stores are just up the road. This was our second year staying at this house we loved it so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Estela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The house was perfect for our family. We enjoyed the house very much. The house was very modern and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angella S., Troy, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous getaway for a family beach vacay

This is a very cute house with plenty of room for a family on a beach vacay. The backyard pool area is previously decorated with a lot of seating and a great grill area with a table that our family enjoyed grilling and eating dinner outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Wonderful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lissette B., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Vacation

Great location, clean house, perfect private pool! All around a great time and we will do it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esther P.

Liked: Cleanliness

VaCa at Blue Mind

Beautiful property! Great location! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Mind. The only negative is the pool needs to be refinished due to spots of black algae and the gate to the pool is difficult to lock and unlock.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

TRANQUIL❤️

Tranquil..will definitely stay again.. Would buy it if for sale😊
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Earl E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

We were very pleased with the property. Nice neighborhood close to the beach access. The in ground pool was a big plus. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent House - Beautiful Beach!

This home is exactly as pictured and the location is perfect. Short walk to a beautiful beach and close to shops and restaurants. The home is very comfortable, the pool is relaxing, and the bocce court is a fun addition! One of our best vacations - thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022