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⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609

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Ariel Dunes I-1609
Ariel Dunes I-1609 balcony seating
What you came for
Large Pools at Ariel Dunes I
Splash Fountain at Ariel Dunes I

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8114.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Miramar Beach, Florida
  • Miramar Beach
    7 min walk
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    7 min walk
  • The Emerald Sanctuary
    3 min drive
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Condo!

* 350yds to Seascape Beach Access

* Recently Updated

* Gorgeous Gulf Views from the 16th Floor

* 2000ft of Beach Access, 2 Pools, Kid’s Fountain

* Cabana Café, Fitness Center, Onsite 18-hole Championship golf course

* 1.5 miles to Silver Sands; 3 miles to Grand Boulevard

* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

**Elevators 3 and 4 in Tower One will undergo planned refurbishment and be non-functional between October 1st, 2024 - March 1st, 2025. During this time only elevators 1 and 2 will be available for guests and staff. Please be prepared for longer wait times for the elevators during this time.**

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

*Balcony repairs in progress on nearby units - some noise/dust may be present during daytime business hours only*

Enjoy spectacular Gulf views from the 16th floor at Ariel Dunes I 1609! This recently updated 3BR/2BA condo offers a spacious living area, luxury vinyl flooring throughout, 9-foot ceilings, and an 8-foot sliding glass door to help bring those gorgeous Gulf views to life! The king master suite also features Gulf views with balcony access and en suite with a separate shower, soaking tub, and his and her sinks! There is also a guest room with a queen bed, a smaller enclosed bedroom with twin bunks, as well as a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room, sleeping up to 8 guests! You'll also find an XBOX 360 console pre-loaded with Minecraft for the kids or kids at heart. Granite counter tops, modern tile, and stainless-steel appliances are just some of the details to ensure that your vacation will be simply wonderful. Have yourself the beach vacation of a lifetime at Ariel Dunes I 1609!

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Bunk Room: Twin Bunk Bed

Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Ariel Dunes offers 24 stories of amazing views that span the sugar white sands and emerald green water of the coastline. The building is angled slightly to the west, and the sunsets are incredible! From the rear of the building, you get a bird's eye view of the lush Seascape Golf Course, and the sparkling Choctawhatchee Bay.

Seascape Resort encompasses over 3 hundred acres of lush greens, serene lakes and 2000 feet of pristine white sand beach. Soak in the views of the gulf without all the traffic noise. Ariel Dunes I is set back into the resort, and is a quieter alternative, giving you a break from seasonal traffic noise but close enough for you to drink in the sights and sounds of Destin's famous beaches. Take a relaxing stroll to the beach and feel your cares melt away!

Ariel Dunes I offers a state of the art fitness center, along with a 12,000sf pool featuring a zero entry, with a spacious deck for lounging and catching some rays before hitting the beach. Kids will love splashing around in the mushroom fountain!

The spectacular resort amenities include 2000 linear feet of easily accessible beach with chair and umbrella rentals, on-site golf, on-site pools (two are seasonally heated), tennis, watersport rentals, bike rentals and several restaurants, including the famous Whales' Tail, which features live bands.

Check out Seascape Towne Center located within the Seascape Resort! Featuring shopping, dining, and entertainment, this is a 55,000sf lakeside development designed for the whole family. Your kids will love the outdoor adventure park including a ropes course, you’ll love the unique dining, nightlife and live music venues. With the large events plaza and arcade with laser tag, there’s really no need to step off the resort once you arrive!

Area Attractions: 

Ariel Dunes is located close to the Silver Sands Factory Outlet, the nation’s large designer factory outlet featuring more than 100 name brand designer stores. Also close by is the Destin Commons with incredible eateries, upscale shopping, a park with pop up fountains at its center, and favorites like Bass Pro Shops and Hard Rock Cafe.

Grand Boulevard Town Center is a pedestrian-friendly, shopping and dining complex just off Emerald Coast Parkway, convenient to both SanDestin and Miramar Beach. For the high-end shopper, the center offers everything from Fusion Art Glass Gallery to Brooks Brothers Country Club. A number of boutiques, such as Hello, Sunshine and Magnolia House, carry fare you can't find anywhere else. Dining options include Mitchell's Fish Market, P. F. Chang's China Bistro, and Cantina Laredo Gourmet Mexican Food. In 2013, Walton County’s first movie theater opened at Grand Boulevard’s Town Center – the state-of-the-art Boulevard 10 Movie Theater.

If you are near Miramar Beach, the snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Dolphin Reef, deployed in 2017. Located just 685 feet straight out from the Miramar Regional Public Beach access (by Pompano Joe's), it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Dolphin Reef is at a depth of 12-20 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this condo is near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Miramar Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 7 min walk
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 7 min walk
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 4 min drive
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 5 min drive
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tail At Seascape - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does ⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609 have a pool?

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

Is ⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⭐By Beach in Seascape-Gulf Views-2 Pools-Snow❤️birds--3BR Ariel Dunes I 1609 located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort. Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade and Axes & Ice Cream are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Larissa R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice getaway
The apartment is older than the photos on the website, but acceptable. The third bedroom, the children's bedroom, is smaller than in the photos. In fact, I wouldn't even call it a bedroom, it's more like a pantry with beds. Regarding the cleanliness, there were poorly washed dishes stored in the closet. Apart from that, the location is great and the common area is well-kept. It’s a small detail, but the elevator and common area do not have air conditioning and we missed a hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Feliciano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Respectfull beach area, people had music but not loud. You have to get up early to set up your area on the beach though. We set up 3Xs and get better location each time. Pool area is somewhat limited for kids but ours enjoyed the beach more. Hotel was clean, elevators worked, luggage carts rolled and grocery carts was a .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our first trip to Destin-Miramar Beach area and we would definitely book this property again. It was the perfect location to the beach, access to both main strips for travel to restaurants and entertainment. We visited at end of May and beginning of June and it was not that crowded at all. The condo was on the 16th floor and getting an elevator was super easy. They had grocery & luggage buggies so you could transport your stuff from your car to your condo & plenty of them! Smoking was allowed only in designated areas-which I liked because we are not smokers so no worries about a smelly condo in 1609. The decor was very coastal chic. Had everything you could possibly need. Starter toiletries which is typical for this type of rental. You only need beach towels. Our view was great! We could sit on our balcony which was furnished with a sectional set and an Adirondack set on the long patio. You could access these from the master and living area. There were buildings in front of us but we could still see plenty of beautiful beach and hear the waves. Speaking of noise—couldn’t hear any with doors shut. Ocasional dropped noise from above but we sleep with noise machine so nothing bothered us plus 10pm HOA noise ordinance. The bedrooms are spacey but the room with the bunks is VERY SMALL and hard to hold luggage so be aware of that (we kept in our spacey closets). Honestly it’s a great place so if you’re on the fence, book it-you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian V., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, easy stay!
Perfect property for a leisurely stay with family. The views were incredible and the condo was very spacious. Centrally located to bars, shopping, restaurants, beach. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Ocean Views
Wonderful stay at this well appointed, clean and spacious condo. Amazing ocean view from the over sized balcony. The master bedroom with ensuite is large and luxurious. The beds in both bedrooms are comfy. Plus there is a bunk bed room which doubles as a games room complete with X-box. The kitchen is well stocked with premium quality pots and pans. The Cabana Cafe down in the lobby offers excellent food and entertainment. We loved their pizza’s. Real Joy Property Management were very prompt and attentive. The golf course on the property is very affordable. Overall, we loved our stay and would highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 91 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miramar Beach Condo
Very Clean, cute decor, nice balcony furniture and well cared for. The only issue, this is not a three bedroom*. Great master bed/bath. 2nd bedroom with standard bed, 1/2 closet and dresser, attached bath. *There is a very small side room by front door with the bunks. There is no room for luggage/clothes, dressing or grooming. The two kids’ belongings had to be kept in others’ rooms. We were under the impression there was another bedroom and bunks were “extra” sleeping.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

jessica s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach vacation
We loved everything about this place. We were walking distance from the beach. The kids loved the pool. Groceries were delivered right to us which was fantastic so we could cook right there. Places to eat are within walking distance. When we had questions they were answered quickly. We would have stayed here another two weeks if we could! Beautiful view of the water. I’d highly recommend buying or bringing your own beach tent to set up for the day with a wagon to haul your equipment. You can’t go wrong staying here.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay!
Everything was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2022
This is our second time staying at this property. We love the location and views from our place. Very clean inside and out. Fully equipped kitchen. The only thing missing was a dishcloth to do dishes and another kitchen hand towel would’ve been great. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feedback
Everything was excellent, we will definitely be back and enjoyed the view! Only feedback is there aren't enough forks .. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amazing views
Great location and amazing balcony views from master and living room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

cecilia g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place loved the beautiful view !
we all loved this place no complains

8/10 Good

Ron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
July 2021
Very much enjoyed our stay, kids said bed was hard but they survived
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
It was very clean and great location within walking distance to the beach. The view from the balcony was great. We were able to watching dolphins swim by. Can’t wait for our return to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach vacay
We loved it ! Great view ! Loved the way the room was decorated . Beach was a little crowded , but we had a great time 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Ansley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Overall **Good* Experience
I have stayed at a lot of condos over the years and I have left this particular rental with an overall * good* experience although I feel it needs a lot of work in order to comfortably accommodate the eight person maximum. My family stayed for 7 days. Our youngest occupant is one, then a range from 6-35 years old. I was frustrated when we first arrived because I set my crawling one year old down to bring our luggage in—- he was the first on the floor. No luggage or shoes had entered the condo and he was covered , hands, knees and legs, in black dirt. I had to sweep and mop on my first hour of vacation. I messaged through the portal and sent pictures. I accidentally exited the site and could never recover my messages. Honestly, I waited to see if anyone from RealJoy would call me or start a new IM about it, but they never did. At that point, I was over it and wanted to just enjoy my vacation. There was no Xbox. The bedroom with the queen bed needs a new mattress PRONTO. When you lay down, you roll into the center. There is a huge dip in the center of the mattress. It is just simply unpleasant. I would have also liked to see a plethora of towels and wash cloths supplied considering there are 8 people needing baths daily. We had to wash and fold towels daily. The stove needs to be replaced or a maintenance check. It honestly took 20 minutes to preheat the oven to 400 degrees and 40 minutes to boil and cook some pasta noodles. We ended up using the small room with the bunk beds as a closet for our shoes. Our kids ended up using the pull out couch instead of the bunk beds because no one wanted the sleep on the top bunk. They were scared of rolling off because there is no protective railing. I didn’t blame them for that. The pull out bed was nice and seemed comfortable. The master bedroom was great. The bed was very comfortable and the view was beautiful! The bathrooms were pleasant. The showers and tubs were clean. The location of the condo was nice and I loved the spacious balcony. The patio furniture is nice and accommodating. I read a lot of signs stating “ this is someone’s home” and to treat it respect. We did. But at the same time, we rented a *home* and I feel as though a few rolls of toilet paper and paper towels isn’t too much to provide. We had to buy entire kitchen essentials. There was one dish rag... and not enough silverware by any means. We loved the pool and the walk to the beach was easy. We had a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View!
We had an amazing stay! The view is absolutely beautiful. The balcony is huge. The condo was extremely clean. We would definitely stay here again. The Cabana Cafe is the restaurant at the bottom of the condo area and it is very good and reasonably priced. If you get to the condo early there is no where to leave your luggage.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
We absolutely felt like home in 1609! The view was amazing! We are already planning on booking this same condo for our vacation next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This was our first time here, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The place was clean and had everything we needed. We would enjoy coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful resort
This was the perfect resort for our family , plenty of room and huge pools! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
We were able to watch dolphins everyday from the lanai. We were a bit further from grocery, etc than we had arranged for but if you have a car or other transportation, no biggie!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rexi D., Dana, In

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only disappointment 🥺
Everything was great except for the over one hour that we were locked out of the unit, because the passcode had expired in the middle of our stay. We couldn’t have been happier, with everything else.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Noel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleasantly surprised by this property!
The property was very clean, well decorated and stocked with all the basics. We enjoyed the 16th floor views. Everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by RealJoy Vacations

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Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your Swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!

Why they chose this property

The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!

What makes this property unique

Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Most of our properties come with the Real Joy Fun Pass, which gives you one or two free tickets to daily attractions each night of your stay along with unlimited DVD rentals. Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.

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