Destin Beaches is within a 5-minute walk of this vacation home while other popular sites like Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are within a 15-minute stroll. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 17 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort - 12 min walk
Starbucks - 15 min walk
The Pancakery - 8 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.
🏝️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.
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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
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
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
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water park
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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
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
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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 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.
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.
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 positively rate the vacation home's walkable location in Destin, and it's a short 5-minute walk from Destin Beaches and also 13 minutes on foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. You'll also find Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
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.
Is 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️ good for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.
Does 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️ have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
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 17.4 mi away (33 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️?
Yes, every accommodation at 🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️ comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.
Reviews
🏝️Updated Beach Townhome ~ Steps to the beach & pool with "Free Beach Service"🏖️ Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 153 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic week vacation at Southbay. The townhome was very clean and was decorated beautifully. Quick walk to the beach and beach chairs and umbrella set up everyday by Taylor who was exceptionally accommodating. Our hosts communicated quickly with check in and any questions and requests. Will be booking this unit again next year.
Jennifer H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Renee D.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our family absolutely loved our stay! The house was immaculate and decorated beautifully. The location was awesome - right next to the pool and the beach was just a short walk. House was well stocked with everything we needed. Location from crab islandAnd harbor walk was only about 6 minutes which worked for us because we don’t like to be in the middle of the craziness. Patrick and Rita were always available - communication was awesome! We will totally be back.
Renee D.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nell O.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very short walk to the beach. We enjoyed being so close to the pool. The chair service was great as well as the extras the owners provided--beach toys, umbrellas, chairs. It was a nice complex , close to food and shopping. Would definitely stay there again.Nice towels, not the usual small white ones.
Nell O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nioka E.
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location. Owners provided a lot of details prior to our stay and communicated throughout the stay. Great vacation!
Nioka E.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bridget M.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place & location.
We had the best time with the pool beside of the condo and beach just steps away! It was the perfect location! The condo is beautiful and clean! We will definitely be coming back!
Bridget M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Warren C.
Jun 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time, house was awlsome
Warren C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
daneen p.
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
We had a wonderful trip celebrating Mother’s Day in Destin. The townhouse had everything that we needed and was close to the beach and swimming pool. The boardwalk across the lake was a great place to have a morning walk. The owners were very communicative , accessible and nice. I would definitely recommend this townhouse.
daneen p.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
Apr 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very nice home !
Very clean and well kept home, was perfect for our family! Great location with short walk to the beach and right next to the pool.
Michael K.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Geoff C.
Apr 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay!
Good location, friendly and attentive hosts, great place for families.
Geoff C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Krystal K.
Apr 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Loved everything about our vacation and stay!
Krystal K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer V.
Mar 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
Perfect spring break trip with our teenagers! Beautiful, updated home right next to the pool and short walk to the beach. Location is close to restaurants, stores & plenty of activities. The communication was quick & easy with the owners. Highly recommend!
Jennifer V.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Mar 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing spring getaway
This townhouse was very clean, had a well equipped kitchen, is decorated in a calming beach theme and is located in a gated community. We felt very safe. The property grounds are maintained well and the beach was always ready for our arrival with chairs and umbrella. Host provided all check in information ahead of our arrival and everything went seamlessly. Our teens loved the beach and the nearby seafood, Sushi and breakfast restaurants. We also had fun feeding the birds and turtles at the little lake area. We would’ve liked to play tennis, pickleball or fishing but did not have the equipment needed.
Verified traveler
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica G.
Dec 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Getaway
The property is stunning. The beach is feet away from the front door. Destin is a beautiful town with a lot of things to keep you busy even in the off-season. Patrick was a wonderful host, very informative and helpful from the day we booked until after we checked out. We will be back!! Great experience!
Jessica G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly L.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving getaway
Awesome stay! The location was perfect….not too far from beach and great restaurants. Communication with the owners was great. We will be back.
Kimberly L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megen H.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach getaway!
Pat and Rita’s condo is beautiful! Check in was a breeze and the furniture and beds were very comfortable. The beach towels were very much appreciated! We will definitely be back!
Megen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen B., Franklin, TN
Oct 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, good location
We enjoyed our stay at this condo. It was clean. It was a great location, right by the pool and a 2 minute walk to the beach. We had good communication with the owners and we had no issues during our stay. I would highly recommend.
Stephen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Al S., Silver Spring MD
Oct 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay in Destin
We had an amazing stay at this terrific townhome. Everything was exactly as advertised. Communication was great. Your are few steps from the pool and less than 100 yards from the Gulf. Our stay was perfect and we will definitely be back
Al S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denise M.
Oct 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We really enjoyed our stay and everything was as advertised. Condo was clean and well supplied and the location next to the pool was convenient. The beach towels for all of us and beach toys for the grandkids were great and they had a wonderful time. The beach is a minute walk away from the condo and was beautiful even after the hurricane. The owner is very responsive and super nice and he kept in contact with me due to the fact we were arriving a day after the hurricane. Very happy with our stay and hope to return soon.
Denise M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maryann Z.
Sep 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect distance to the brach
We had 6 adults and 3 yr old and fit perfectly
The kitchen was well stocked. Seating for everyone was ample, The community was close to attractions, Destin Commons, outlets, and restaurants. It was only about a block to the beach. It was great to have an umbrella and 2 chairs set up on the beach daily, There was 4 beach chairs in the owner’s closet. We would highly recommend a stay here.
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Maryann Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Misty R., Manchester, TN, USA
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Near Perfect
As described, this charming 2-story condo was the perfect space for 4 adults and 2 kids. We loved that we were right next door to the pool area, and a 2 minutes walk to the beach. The kitchen was fully equipped with almost everything we needed. We did end up running out of paper towels and trash bags after the 3rd day, but we also had some with us, so problem solved.
The beds were comfortable, the house was clean, we loved the back porch area, the grill was perfect, walking distance from several places, bluegill in the lake pond, and the access to beach items spared us from extra packing.
The only real "complaints" were that the upstairs bedroom door doesn't close without some effort and the toilet paper was ½ ply 200 grit. Also easily overcome with some planning.
Overall, we'd happily return to this home and the wonderful hosts!
Misty R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
jeanetta h.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
The house was everything it was advertised and more. We had everything we needed, for all ages. We ranged in age from 9 months to 70, and no one lacked for comfort. The grounds are beautiful, the home is comfortable, the beach is easily accessible. I would absolutely stay again and bring my family.
jeanetta h.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Aug 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay and highly recommend!
We loved our stay at this wonderful townhouse. The beach and pool access were very convenient. We enjoyed the private beach and free beach set up. The beach service gentleman even had great things to say about the owner. The townhouse was updated and had every convenience that we needed. The house was clean and was exactly like the pictures. The owners were friendly and explained things perfectly. Overall we can’t say enough good things about the place. We will definitely come back and stay here again.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian M.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 5, ages 17, 18, 21, 42, & 45
Great property for the family! Easy walking distance to the private beach!
Brian M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janette J.
Aug 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
2nd year- still great
We love the location of this property. It’s easy to go back and forth from the beach to the home (even for little kid potty breaks!). Also right next to the pool, we love it. I have been in a number of the other southbay townhomes, and this one was my favorite from a decor/cleanliness standpoint.
Janette J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
Jul 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great townhouse just steps from the beach and pool
We enjoyed our stay here so much! It is such a cute, homey, beach house. The beds were super comfortable and it was very clean. The proximity to the beach was great as we had young children in our group and the walk was super easy for them. It is also right next door to the pool which was also a huge plus for us. Having the chair service was an awesome bonus. Being able to grab our bag and head down to the beach and not have to lug any chairs around was incredibly nice. The host was also extremely nice and was quick and helpful in answering any questions we had along the way. We will definitely book here again! 10/10 stay!