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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16293.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    4 min walk
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    7 min walk
  • Destin Commons
    9 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    7 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

+2
6 Double Beds

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach

Welcome to Aqua Viva!

Indulge in the luxury living at Aqua Viva, a pristine haven steps away from Destin's world's most exquisite sands and beaches. Unveiled in November 2017, this Crystal Beach masterpiece is designed to soothe your soul, combining the allure of HGTV farmhouse style with meticulous attention to detail and abundant finishes.

Bask in the radiant glow of natural light streaming through ten-foot ceilings and expansive windows, seamlessly weaving an open floor plan that invites everyone to come together. Boasting six bedrooms and six baths, this residence is an expansive retreat with high-end features.

The sophisticated game room is a haven for entertainment, featuring a bespoke billiards table and a 60-game retro cocktail arcade machine. Marble and granite grace the kitchen and bathrooms, adorned with breathtaking hand-painted Italian tiles. Beyond the aesthetic delights, Aqua Viva has a standalone industrial ice machine, ensuring our guests a daily supply of 40 lbs of ice. A gas range beckons culinary enthusiasts, and when it's time to unwind, luxuriate in the embrace of the home's sumptuous mattresses.

Each room boasts smart TVs, high-speed internet, and Wi-Fi. The ship-lap interiors and warm hues contribute to the ambiance, making Aqua Viva a residence that seamlessly blends modern luxury with timeless design.

Step into the enchanting backyard, where the 30x15' saltwater pool (with optional heating) takes center stage. Whether hosting a wedding in this picturesque setting or grilling out with family, indulge in luxury comfort-inspired seating and amenities.

Convenience meets extravagance as you discover that Aqua Viva is within walking distance of Destin's offerings, from Whole Foods Market to Destin Commons—your gateway to shopping, dining, movies, and seasonal themed parties and parades.

Should you choose not to opt for the damage waiver, we must hold a security deposit of $1,000. This deposit will be refundable, with a 3% processing fee deducted.
Home Layout Sleeps: 16 max allowed Parking: 6

First Floor: Sleeps 4
King Bedroom 1 with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
King Bedroom 2 (sleeps 2)
Full Bathroom with Shower
Kitchen/Center Island
Dining Room
Living Room
Backyard with 30x15 Pool and Pergola/Sitting table and Couch

Second Floor: Sleeps 18
King Bedroom 3 with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
King Bedroom 4 with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
King Bedroom 5 with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
Bunk Bedroom with 2 Full over Full bunks and 2 Full pullout Trundles with en-suite bathroom (sleeps 12)

Pool heating is optional and comes at an additional fee. Must give 24-hour notice; a minimum of 3 days is required.

*Check-In – 4 PM (Central)
*Check Out – 10 AM (Central)

HOME IS PERFECT FOR:
- Reunions
- Corporate Functions
- Multiple Family Gatherings
- Travelers That Demand The Finest Quality and Personal Service In Their Properties

Property manager

Destin Luxury Beach Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English, Korean

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Miramar Beach. Fat Daddy's Arcade and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 4 min walk
  • Destin Commons - 9 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 14 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Destin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Families Dream Pool | Game Room | Steps to Beach located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The house was perfect each family group had their own bedroom and the kids really enjoyed the game room and the pool was fantastic. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, close to the beach
Nice property, short walk to the beach. Nicely equipped, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myhr G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb!
Our stay there was absolutely fantastic. We had a blast. The pictures online is exactly how it is in person. It’s very spacious and clean. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice beach house, perfect for our family getaway
Very nice stay. The house was perfect for our large family vacation with 6 kids under 4. Everyone had their own space with en suite, pool was nice and shaded in the late afternoon. The ice maker was fantastic and the large tables fit all of us. Very spacious. We ended up arriving a day earlier than expected, emailed to see if it was available and never heard back. Once we called, they were quick to answer. One day we had issues with the hot water heater and called the emergency maitenance number but didnt hear back. Once we called customer service they were very quick to handle, which we appreciated. My feedback would be to use the option for customer service and not email or the maintenance number.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Place was as described. Host was phenomenal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Week!
We had a wonderful week! The house was perfect and it fit all our needs. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50 th anniversary family stay together
This property was absolutely perfect for our family group of 16.. hubby and I, kids/ spouses, 8 grandkids. They lived in the pool. Walks to the beach 1 block away was awesome. The game room was a life saver when they all had enough sun. 6 bedrooms with en-suite baths so everyone had their own space. The open floor plan works so well with a group. Beds were so comfy. We had gotten a golf cart and plenty to bum around to! Great local eateries. Highly recommend this house.. great location, stocked very well, nice furniture. We were sad to leave, love to come back. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation - Destin
We had a wonderful time in Destin Florida. Our family of 14 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Aqua Viva. The accommodations were absolutely perfect and in a great location. Nancy, our manager for this property was an absolute delight. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Home in Destin
Amazing stay at a gorgeous property!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

DeAna H., Tallahassee

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location lots of space
Not as clean as I would have expected. Kmart feet when we walked around with no socks. Under the outside couch was cigarette butts and lots of debris. Location was great and we did have a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Nice inside furniture, great pool, comfortable beds. Pool chairs are not comfy at all, and a little More paper supply and trash bag supply would’ve been nice for such a large house. Nancy was very professional and responsive! A definite return-
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a group!
Plenty of room for everyone. The house had everything we needed. Rapid response from maintenance and things were fixed quickly. Perfect vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had the best stay here. We had 10 adults and 7 grandkids under 6. Loved the home. Very spacious and a short walk to the beach several times was perfect. Weather was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our healing place
Unfortunately, our trip to Florida was for a family funeral: I scoured various sites to find a home that had a very light color scheme, beachy colors if possible (non depressing), an area the family members staying nearby could come over and have meals and swim or visit, the younger folks could have their own spaces and the adults could talk. This was the house! We had food catered in and if needed, 26 people can sit downstairs, 10 at the table, the rest at barstools, chairs and sofas, and there are enough dishes to serve all. Everything in good working order. We could easily walk to beach access and let the waves and smells do their curative thing. The house was exactly as pictured and had space upstairs with a pool table and video games for the teens, a pool out back with a gazebo and plenty of seating. The only minor hiccup at all was the door combo did not work at first but before I hung up with the manager, Nancy, a very nice young man was there stating he was there to fix the issue which was done immediately. The property manager was fantastic, available and kind. I have only had one VRBO experience that was equal to the outstanding quality of this home and the property manager. If in the area again, which may be in the fall, that would be my first choice if available. Outstanding!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberlyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Accommodations!
This house is awesome! Property is just as described. The accommodations are were perfect for my family…spacious, yet homey. Hope it’s available for our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Day Girls Trip
This was a Girls trip of 8 ladies during Halloween Weekend. My group and I fully enjoyed this beautiful home. It was cozy and roomy. Spacious kitchen with a Keurig and regular coffee maker. Bonus, there is an ice maker which definitely came in handy. Beds were comfortable, main bedroom is located outside of the kitchen with double sinks, tub and a big closet. The proximity to restaurants, Super Walmart and the five minute walk to the beach were perfect. All located on the main highway, approximately 3 blocks from the house. We appreciated the start-up kit of paper towels and toilet paper. Tons of towels and wash clothes underneath the sink. Although the weather was in the 80s during our stay, the extra cost to heat the pool was worth it. Breakfast recommendation: Donut Hole, to add a very good Key Lime Pie. Bonfire recommendation at the Royal Palm Restaurant on Fridays and Mondays. Beautiful sunset. I would highly recommend renting this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good but could be better
The property was nice while still feeling cozy (not feeling like our kids were going to destroy everything). The proximity to the beach was great although if you have kids or carts, worth renting a golf cart. Loved having the pool table for extra fun once home from the beach. The biggest complaint is the pool pump went out (obviously prior to our arrival)- we were not notified this was an issue. This issue was not fixed during our stay meaning we could not heat the pool. The kids were unable to swim longer than a few minutes without shivering and being forced to get out. This was a huge reason why we booked this house with kids so it was a very big let down especially considering we booked almost a full week, without being able to enjoy it. The other negative is the dryer did not work well making it difficult to keep up with laundry/towels etc with a large group. Good place to stay but would really benefit from better communication with the management office (this was lacking) & quicker response with maintenance issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Me and my friends spent the the weekend at Thai beautiful home. And it was perfect. No complaints at all. Very clean. Very spacious. Great pool area. Lots of bathrooms. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay.
Great time had by all.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Allison H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beautiful home with issues
The house was very nice with bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate our family and the pool was very inviting. The pool table and games kept us entertained during our stay. Unfortunately, several things were not up to par and dampened our vacation. The home was not well stocked as we are accustomed to. The expectation was that we would keep the house clean but there were not adequate cleaning supplies not even a broom to sweep the floor. The floors were filthy and were definitely not cleaned before our stay. Day one, no hot water. After a day of traveling and time at the beach, we had to contact the property manager to fix the water issue. The first thing we were told was "that has happened before." It should have been repaired before our check-in time. Day two, the HVAC system was not working on the second floor of the home, which led to another call to the property manager and subsequent visit from a HVAC repair tech. More time should be taken preparing the home for future guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making memories
We stayed at this home with our daughters and their families and my parents. We spent a lot of time in the pool and the game room. Plenty of space for use to spread out and enjoy our vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aqua Viva
The most magnificent rental home, steps away from the most magnificent beach in the USA. The home was so well appointed and the owners thought of everything and anything a family would need to enjoy a comfortable beach vacation. Our large family of varying ages will most certainly be returning yearly to Destin and to the beautiful Aqua Viva home near Crescent Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and lots of room
The house looked exactly like the pictures and is very walkable to the beach and Destin Commons plus a couple of other shopping areas. There were 5 adult couples, a teen and 2 kids under 10 in our group so the bed/bath count was perfect! We did have to replenish toilet paper, paper towels, etc but we expected that so went shopping first day. The ice maker, arcade game and pool table are great amenities. The pool area is very nice for all ages and the electric grill outside was very useful. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Destin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
This property is amazing and as advertised. We had a great time and hope to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The home is beautiful, location is perfect and having the pool in the back yard was amazing especially with kids. We had the pool heated definitely recommend! The walk to the beach isn’t bad at all the house has a wagon and lots of chairs very convenient. No parking close to the beach so prepare to walk. The home is great for a large group!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Destin Luxury Beach Rentals

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Destin Luxury Beach Rentals is a small family owned and operated vacation rental company that specializes in fine luxury beach homes.
Being a small boutique firm we are able to offer the personalized service our guests deserve to make your vacation one to remember.
Our goal is to provide the most memorable vacation experience possible for your family and friends in our beautiful luxury homes that are all just steps from the most pristine beaches in all of the world!

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English, Korean

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