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Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating

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Second Floor Living Room
Second Floor Living Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12357.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    1 min walk
  • James Lee Park
    11 min walk
  • James Lee Beach
    18 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating

Sleeping Arrangements
Three Story House
1st Floor | Guest 3, king bed; Guest 4, king bed, two twin beds
2nd Floor | Guest 1, king bed; Guest 2, king bed
3rd Floor | Master, king bed

Imagine a retreat so splendid, so imbued with the essence of luxury and the song of the sea, it seems to have emerged from the very whispers of the ocean. Welcome to Wave on Wave, a majestic Mediterranean sanctuary anchored along the water's edge, where the sands of the Emerald Coast stretch into infinity, and your soul finds its haven.

This elegantly poised three-story home, nestled in the exclusive embrace of the Destiny by the Sea community, is your gateway to an escape where the horizon is not just a boundary but a beginning. With 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, each corner of Wave on Wave is a testament to elegance, designed for those who seek to immerse themselves in the unparalleled beauty of beachfront living.

From the moment you step inside, the grandeur of this home unfolds before you. The first floor, a realm of comfort, hosts two guest bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other a king and twin ensemble, sharing a space where dreams are cradled by the sound of the sea. A laundry room here offers added convenience.

An elevator offers a restful alternative to the stairs as you ascend to the second floor, revealing the heart of Wave on Wave - a living room where expansive windows frame the coastline as if by magic, a balcony that calls you to linger over the endless blue, and a gourmet kitchen where culinary dreams come to life. On this floor, a guest sanctuary awaits, with a king bed, private en suite, and balcony access.

But the crown jewel of this coastal kingdom lies on the third floor - the master suite. More than a room, it is a domain unto itself, featuring a wood four-post king bed, a sunroom for serene mornings, and a private balcony that gazes upon the Gulf of Mexico. The en suite bath, with its mosaic-tiled jacuzzi tub and walk-in glass shower, is a spa realm designed for the gods.

Every detail of Wave on Wave speaks of a craftsmanship dedicated to luxury and beauty, from dual laundry facilities for unparalleled convenience to the balconies that serve as front-row seats to the majesty of the Gulf.

Guest Walk-Through
Three Story Unit
Floor 1: 2 bedrooms, laundry, 1 bathroom, deck
Floor 2: Kitchen, living room, dining room 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, balcony
Floor 3: Master suite, master bath, sunroom, bedroom, 1 bathroom, balcony, laundry

Unit Amenities- Elevator, beachfront, sunroom, balconies, 2 laundries, 2 refrigerators, garage, grill
Community Amenities- Gated Community, Private Beach Access, Pool, Hot Tub

About the Community of Destiny by the Sea
The exclusive gated community of Destiny by The Sea sits beachfront on Destin’s Scenic Highway 98, directly on the Gulf of Mexico and its pristine sugar white sand and emerald waters. Destiny by the Sea is just minutes from local restaurants, nearby shopping such as the Destin Commons, movie theaters, and family fun. It delivers all that is expected of a luxurious vacation with all the comforts of home. Destiny by the Sea offers two private beach accesses, swimming pool, hot tub, and professionally manicured grounds. Each home boasts a unique Mediterranean-style architecture that blends high end design finishes and gourmet kitchens with comfortable and luxurious beach living. The community provides full-time, 24-hour security. Amenities such as golf, tennis, biking, boating, water sports & more are available locally at additional costs.

NO GOLF CART RENTALS ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY

Local Favorites
MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.

MVH Beach Closet
This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs for use during your stay.

MVH Rental Restrictions
Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use on our website. For additional questions, contact our Customer Service Team.

Property manager

My Vacation Haven
Premier Host

Languages

English, Swedish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 11 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Destin Commons - 5 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront ~ Gulf Views ~ Gulf Facing Balconies ~ Elevator ~ Outdoor Seating located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and The Golf Garden of Destin are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kristy E.

Beautiful Vacation Home
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic stay! The house was very clean, spacious, and right on the beach! The gated neighborhood was safe and quiet. There were only a few things that I wish had been more clear: the listing says that umbrellas are provided but they have to be rented from a company, as per the HOA rules. I think this fee should just be included with the rental, since you're not allowed to put up your own umbrellas/canopies. The other smaller detail is that the directions to the home should include where the main gate is. We went to the wrong gate and had a lot of back and forth. That being said, the management company was very responsive and made sure we had everything we needed. Finally, the home is a but older, and the benches on the walkway to the beach were rotting/falling apart. We didn't need them, but could be a hazard. All in all, it was a beautiful home and we would definitely recommend it to any family!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

janai g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

David T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location - items not included
Nice place, but you need to lug a your own things. Had only first day supplies of paper towels, trash bags, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent and toilet paper. Also ZERO beach towels at a beach house?!? Many of the doors have trouble with the hardware or are hard to close. 1st floor AC took 2 days to get down to 72 degrees, and top floor had three hornet nests on the eve. My idea of a vacation is to show up with expected things taken care of. This was not that.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Amy C.

Gorgeous home & location, Dangerous walkway access
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is gorgeous and set in a beautiful location. We vacationed in Destiny by Sea for many years back in the early 2000's, so we are familiar with minor issues that invariably arise with every rental. That said, we cannot recommend this house for 3 main reasons.1. The beach access decking is severely splintered with protruding screw heads. It is also significantly leaning to the side. 2. The 2nd floor air conditioner was not working so no one could use the bedroom on that floor. It was hot even in May. The 1st and 3rd floor units worked great. 3. There was a lot of mold in the freestanding ice maker and clothes washer.

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility at its best!
Destin was beautiful and this home was amazing a few things needed repairs but no biggie.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jacqueline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attractive house, kitchen equipment/tools need an upgrade. Great location!
It is an attractive house, with sufficient bedrooms and private bathrooms for my family of three couples and one single. However, the elevator was broken, which caused a lot of hauling to the 2nd and 3rd floors. The kitchen is on the 2nd floor. The exterior doors were difficult to open, and the kitchen stove took over 30 minutes to preheat. Old and much-used pots and pans, knives that did not cut well, and chipped dishes and cracked glasses. We did expect more at this price point. Also, no access to beach chairs, even though off-season, we did expect to have beach chairs. Good location and a pretty beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Great location. Comfortable for multiple people
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A family get-away. So relaxing. Great views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Reinando I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great
Enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Rosanne T.

Not what we expected
Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When I booked this vacation, I was under the assumption private beach meant having the area in front of the house rental to ourselves. What we woke up to, were a line of rental chairs and umbrellas along the shoreline. Unfortunately, we then had to rent them in order to sit close to the water. For a family of 6, that wasn't a cheap additional charge. It's a beautiful home; however, the elevator wasn't working, and as any beach home, it could use some maintenance. Up and down 3 flights of stairs with luggage was a task. The beach and sand are beautiful. As for our family, with the amount of money this place cost, we were a little disappointed.
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Wonderful Beach Vacation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our experience here was wonderful from start to finish. There was plenty of space for our family of six, my parents, and my sister and her husband. We all appreciated the king beds in every room, as well as the en suite bathrooms with an abundance of towels and wash rags. The washer and dryer on the first floor was marvelous. The kitchen was well stocked for the amount of cooking we did. Drinking coffee on the balcony, sleeping with the balcony doors open, the incredibly well-stocked room of beach toys, boogie boards, and a few inflatable rafts really sealed the deal for my kids! We have stayed at many beach houses through the years but this one topped them all. It was very convenient to rent chairs and umbrella set up for us each day. Management was easily reached at all times. The gated community felt safe and was easy for us to access (gate, pool, etc.) We stayed the week of thanksgiving and felt like we discovered the best kept secret in Florida - weather was cool but gorgeous. Mostly other families on the beach and it wasn’t crowded. Six adults, three teenagers and a six year old had an exceptional vacation. Outstanding location, attentive management, convenience at every turn; we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Gail S.

Rest and Relaxation
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is amazing. It needs some TLC. The interior had issues and for the price point it should rate a 5 star in every area but it did not. The location is fabulous. Someone needs to invest a little to tidy it up to make it the perfect vacation location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jase D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Very nice neighborhood. Very nice house and the rooms have a lot of room. Easy access to beach . This is our first time staying in a house at the beach and it won’t be our last
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
This property was perfect for our extended family vacation. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Would definitely stay there again.
Great experience. My family really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Good house with great location but wouldn’t return
Overall house is nice with some interesting decor (tiles, ceiling, etc). We stayed here in October with parents, kids and grandparents. Plenty of living space and bedrooms are good size. However, we all decided we probably wouldn’t stay here again as we have stayed in better places at this price point. Rental is dingier than expected. For example there are hand/finger prints on all of the white interior doors that make things feel dirty. Bathrooms are all very tight (except master). To the point where you have to turn sideways to get past open door and into bathroom. Beach towels not included which is stated when you book but very annoying considering it’s a house on the beach and the price of the rental. We’ve stayed in many other places where they are included and it’s so much easier. The “starter” items are ridiculously small or minimal. For example, the kitchen dish soap is about 2 inches tall. The $ store has larger bottles than that. And there is 1 garbage bag in the kitchen and that’s it. We are used to bringing extra tp, paper towels, dishwasher pods, etc with us but this rental’s starters were more extreme than normal. Again, it comes back to the price point where you expect a little bit more amenities/service/quality when you are paying this much for a rental house. Lastly, we had issues with the back door lock not working properly and unknowingly had left it unlocked for the first half of the week including while we were out or sleeping which is a huge safety issue. We had maintenance come out twice to fix it. The second time, maintenance admitted this is an ongoing issue with this door and that the lock needs to be replaced. After working on it for 30 minutes he was able to get it to lock and advised us to not use this door for the rest of the week. The guys who came out to fix things were very nice and helpful but the ladies you talk to on the phone are less service oriented. For these reasons we would go somewhere else next time and also avoid My Vacation Haven rental properties in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Deborah C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Poor management
Property was great…location was great….management groupware the worst I have ever dealt with…broken dryer no follow up……called the company daily with no solutions offered…said they would send clean towels went to the wrong house…finally received some on the last day….will never stay at house management by this company ever again!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice home
Check in was very easy . House beautifully decorated and clean . We had an issue with the master bath shower was one temperature, only super hot . Called management Monday ... didn’t show up to check on till Friday . Also told them about broken chair , never addressed .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Very nice! Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and view!
This home exceeded our expectations. It was so nice being right on the beach. Loved the gated community and privacy. Easily accommodated two families and our nanny. Kids loved the property, too! Tons of toys and boogie boards in the storage room. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S., Carterville Il

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice House
We had a great time at this house. Very beautiful and was clean. The only issue we had was the mattress in master needed to be replaced, plus the sheets were way to big for the mattress which caused unrest. Also we had to rent beach chairs. We were told there were chairs in the beach closet.. there was one. The houses we have rented before, the chairs were included. As much as we paid for the house, we felt like they should have been included. Overall.. we had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Beautiful neighborhood and location. House could use some updating but overall was nice. Washer and dryer did not work, tech was sent out quickly but unfortunately day we left.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family vacation
This was a fantastic property for our family of 6. We enjoyed the vastness of the house and the ability to spread out when necessary. The house was beautiful and had everything we needed. It made for a great home away from home for the week! We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Location - Beautiful House
Wave on Wave is a lovely property on the beach of Destiny by the Sea - one of the premier gated communities in Destin. This was the 10th home in Destiny by the Sea and our 14th stay. Wave on Wave is one of the few houses furnished with proper beds in all the bedrooms - no bunk rooms which is perfect for an all adult group. Being right on the beach is a luxury well worth the extra expense. The dolphins swam by every morning and lingered in the water right off our beach. Thank you to the owners for making this property available to those of us who yearn for a beach vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and Nice
The house was great. It's got some age on it, but the quality of construction has allowed it to hold up well. The decor is fairly luxurious, and there's a spacious but cozy feel throughout. The privacy and security provided by the gated neighborhood is also a big plus. It was clean, and the convenience of beach access right out the back door cannot be overstated. Would definitely stay here again. Another location in this neighborhood would also be a possibility.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Vacation
Awesome place! Hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

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