Destin Home Away From Home

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6174 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Gym

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

9:30 AM

Explore the area

Destin, FL

Silver Sands Premium Outlets10 min walk
Sirens at the Beach2 min drive
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links3 min drive
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)15 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our two-story home is located in the family-oriented Mainsail Beach Resort complex.

We are just yards from the beach without the normal hassles of high rise elevators, but with all the amenities of a complex (tennis courts, two full-size pools (one heated), two kiddie pools, hot tub, video game room, exercise room, shuffleboard and basketball court, as well as seasonal beach service. You drive your car right up to the front door under cover of a carport. Your children can play in the yard or swim in the heated pool just outside our back patio door.

Mainsail is a 15-acre Gulfside family resort located across the street from the Silver Sands Outlet Mall. The resort is a gated community with 24 hour courtesy patrol. Our cottage is convenient to great golf courses, deep sea fishing, biking, shopping, great food, and all kinds of water activities.

The First Floor:
* Living room with high definition flat screen TV and DVD.
* Dining room seats six with additional seating for three at the kitchen bar.
* Kitchen is fully-equipped with electric stove, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, blender, crock pot, waffle maker, toaster, Keurig and coffeemaker.
* Laundry room - washer and dryer in unit.
* Half bath.
* Master bedroom suite with king-size bed, TV, and full bath with double sinks and large walk in shower.
* Patio with table and six chairs opening to back yard and pool area.

Second Floor:
* Bedroom with two twin beds and TV.
* Bedroom with queen-size bed and TV.
* Balcony overlooking back yard and heated pool.
* Full bath.

Enjoy cooking in our fully-equipped kitchen or grill out using the gas grills provided in the pool area. Our beautifully decorated home is our 'home away from home.' For those times we can't be there, we enjoy renting it to families who agree to treat it as they would their own home.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:
* This is a Non-Smoking unit.
* Mainsail does NOT allow pets and requires at least one person in your party to be 25 years old.

Keywords: House, Cottage

Property manager

Patricia Arauz

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:30 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

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Topsail Hill Preserve State Park and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Sirens at the Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

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Destin, FL

What's nearby

Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 10 min walk
Sirens at the Beach - 2 min drive
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 3 min drive
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 4 min drive
Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 5 min drive

Getting around

Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬11 min walk
‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
‪The Surf Hut - ‬18 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
‪Buffalo Jack's Legendary Wings - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Destin Home Away From Home have a pool?

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

Is Destin Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Destin Home Away From Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destin Home Away From Home?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Destin Home Away From Home located?

This family-friendly Miramar Beach holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Miramar Beach and The Emerald Sanctuary. Sirens at the Beach and Destin Yarn Shop are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

4 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home-away-from-home at the beach

This was our second stay at this property, with our kids, aged 5 and 9. We really enjoy this cottage, as it provides us with the privacy of a house while we still have access to the pool amenities of a bigger condo complex. The house is a great layout for a family. Downstairs is the master bedroom with a comfy king-size bed, upstairs is a bedroom with two twin beds (perfect for the kids) and a bedroom with a Queen bed (perfect for grandma). They also have their bathroom upstairs. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the washer and dryer worked great. The dining room table seats six people, and the two sofas allow everyone to launch. There is also a patio table and enough chairs. The smaller, heated, and deeper pool is right outside the door. There are also grills that everyone can use. The bigger pool, hot tub, and baby pool are on the way to the beach and offer a shadier place in the later afternoon (when one recovers from sunburns). The walk to the beach is over a boardwalk and probably took 5-10 minutes. An umbrella and two chairs are already prepaid for. We enjoy this place and how close it is to everything! We plan to be back! :-)

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Atmosphere

The property was great and served all my family's needs. Distance to the beach was wonderful and the surrounding amenities were a hit with the kids, especially the green space.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

16 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great time staying here for our vacation and would love to stay here again in the future. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgane H.

23 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

Best place to stay! The location is perfect and the owner is very sweet and easy to get in touch with. She is very thorough with directions and is helpful with anything you might need! You can’t go wrong with this place! :)

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will W.

12 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and hospitality

We had a fantastic stay at Pat’s house and would stay there again in a heartbeat. We had more than enough space for our family of 4 and were happy to be right next to a nice pool and steps away from the beach. House was very clean and well appointed, and host was very helpful and responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

22 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Aside from our travel problems once we arrived it was a wonderful time for everyone. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

14 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin Florida vacation at Mainsail Property

This home was amazing. Very clean, fully equipped, comfortable. Will be staying again ! Owner was in contact during our trip. Response was very quick. Couldn't ask for anything more. Family was very impressed with the home. Thank you so much for everything. B. Callaham Greenville SC

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

28 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice! Pool right outside, grills close too!

All the amenities were great and right outside the door!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

28 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Visit for Thanksgiving

We had a great visit to Miramar Beach for Thanksgiving. The cottage was perfect for our family and the host was very friendly and quick to respond. We hope to visit again in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

27 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The property was just as described. Fantastic location right by the pool with a short walk to the beach. The place has everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila W., austin, USA

15 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and everything we needed

The place is exactly as described; very large rooms with all the basics supplied. Great AC with ceiling fans in all the rooms. Kitchen had ample equipment and dishes to serve multiple people. Very convenient location to grocery stores and of course, the beach. Community pool close but often too full of people to feel "safe" during covid precautions.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Huizinga F.

5 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

House is a great size. Nice location to the beach and pool. Had trouble with a couple things that owner helped with. Upstairs bathroom door we could never get locked. Master bathroom had a nice update, but rest of house could use a refresh-more updated look. Would book again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary l.

27 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleased

Renting this property was very easy. Communication with property owner was most pleasant. Thank you for sharing your home with us.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi E.

25 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

We had a fantastic vacation at Miramar Beach! Cottage 23 was the perfect location. It was close to everything yet away from the hustle and bustle. The heated pool right outside the back door was fabulous and the short walk to the beach was very convenient. Pat was great to deal with and very prompt in answering any questions that I had, even giving me advice on activities and restaurants. We had such a great experience that we intend on renting this cottage again!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

20 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage close to beach

This cottage was exactly as depicted. Kitchen was stocked well and ready for us to make quick meals “at home”. Short walk to the beach is the best (you don’t have to cross any streets). Owner is great to work with. I highly recommend this cottage for a beach retreat.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla A.

29 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT PROPERTY ON THE BEACH

GREAT COTTAGE TO STAY AT MIRAMAR BEACH, WE LOVE IT CLOSE TO THE POOL AND BEACH, CLEAN AND FULL STOCK WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A GREAT STAY. WE ARE PLANNING OUR NEXT STAY SOON.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

James E.

7 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review of Cottage 23 at Mainsail

* HIGHLY recommend Cottage 23 at Mainsail * Great amenities for groups of 6 or fewer * Very convenient to beach and pools * Master Bath is very spacious and up-to-date; recommend replacing existing commode with a larger (elongated) bowl * A/C downstairs is super cold; recommend an additional small unit to properly cool upstairs-NOT a show-stopper

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

James P., Elizabethtown, KY

15 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing stay in Destin!! Tons of space! Beautiful Property!

We've been to Mainsail a bunch of times, but we have always stayed in a condo unit in the towers. With our children being older now, we were looking for something with a bit more space that would allow for more privacy, but we still wanted to stay on the Mainsail property. When we found out we could rent this cottage it was a win win! Tons of space, SUPER close to the pool and grills (Just walk out the door and you're there!) Reserved chairs and umbrellas at the beach, tons of boogie boards and floats to use. This property is absolutely beautiful and it really felt like a home away from home. One of the best Destin vacations we've had. I highly recommend this property and the owners were a delight to work with! We'll be staying here again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

17 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2019 Vacation

Just as advertised. We had a wonderful time with our kids that are almost grown. Beach service was excellent, tennis courts had new lighting and store and shops located nearby. I really enjoyed not having to bother with elevators, Just pull under porch and your home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

19 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family OR Friends Getaway

Mainsail #23 was a home away from home. Comfortable, yet clean. Well-stocked with kitchen utensils, appliances, towels etc. Across from convenient smaller pool and grills yet short walk to larger pool, whirlpool, kiddie pool and more grills AND white sand beach. Bonus umbrella and two canvas chairs set up daily on the beach. Walk to Starbucks OR outlet mall. Quiet and not in the downtown Destin congestion. Miramar Beach fun and relaxation for all ages!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

E S.,

5 Mar 2019

Very comfortable

Very clean and comfortable cottage. Master bathroom and shower is wonderful. Kitchen well stocked. Felt very much at home. Nice resort, warm heated pool. Owners very easy to work with. Renting again next year.

10/10 Excellent

4 Nov 2018

Great Fall Break

This is the third time our family has stayed at the Arauz home and we absolutely loved it. We love the convenience of being right on the beach, the pool, the perfect distance away from great restaurants. We occasionally consider trying a new beach in Florida or the Bama coast line, but we always decide to come back to this option because it feels like a perfect home away from home. As always we appreciate the Arauz family’s attention to dates, being flexible, asking how our experience was, etc

10/10 Excellent

cherry c., Montgomery

17 Oct 2018

The house was fantastic! So nice, updated!

The house was fantastic! It was so nice, spacious and beautifully decorated. All amenities were provided. So comfortable. I am so very sorry that the storm cut our stay short, but hope to take advantage of it again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

19 Sept 2018

Very nice and convenient

This cottage was great, we really enjoyed it. It had everything we needed. It is the best place we have rented in all the years we have visited Destin. We would definitely rent again in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Meagan K.

14 Aug 2018

Perfection

We did a short girls trip 8/9/18-8/12/18 and the house was perfect. The pool is right behind the house and the beach is just a short 1-2 min walk from the back door. The house was clean and cozy. We will definitely be back.

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Arauz

The Arauz Family:
Parents- Rafael & Pat
Children: Tony & Tricia

Family picture taken at Tony's wedding in October, 2006

Why they chose this property

Tony started going to Destin with friends every Spring Break in 1989. We started going a couple years later when Tricia was ready for a Spring Break in Destin. We loved Destin so much, we went back for vacation every summer. We stayed at Beach House, SeaScape, Surfside, and Edgewater, before staying in a Mainsail townhouse. Mainsail was by far our favorite resort community. Everyone was so friendly and the resort is very family oriented. One of the Mainsail cottages was for sale and we went to see it. We decided since we loved Destin so much we might as well buy a place and rent it out until we are ready to retire. It was a great decision! We love our home and we have been lucky enough to find wonderful families to rent our home and take great care of it for us.

What makes this property unique

What we love most about our Mainsail cottage is we have a home to ourselves with a carport and yard. We don't have to find a cart and wait for an elevator to carry in our luggage or groceries. With a home, we have enough room for everyone to enjoy themselves without feeling crowded. I love the large kitchen. Most condos have such small kitchens I hate to cook in them.