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Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service!

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Balcony overlooking our private beach
2 car garage and circle drive with a long driveway.
Main living area and primary bedroom on left
View from main level living area
2nd floor main living room and balcony view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • James Lee Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Beach Level Suite

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Living area/bunk room on middle level

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2 Single Bunk Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 on top floor

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

Bathroom 3 on middle floor

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

Bathroom 4 on middle level

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

Bathroom 5 on beach level

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

Primary bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service!

“Seahorse by the Sea” is a beautiful, beachfront home that is perfect for large families and/or friends. It has three living areas, three kitchens, a private boardwalk to its own private beach behind the house (VERY rare in Destin to not share the beach with neighbors), and every bedroom has a view of the water. Amenities include a ten-person spa, free beach service, kayak, bikes, beach toys, computer, karaoke machine, and parking for five vehicles. Walk or ride bikes to several nearby restaurants, ice cream store or a winery!

Check out our:

WEBSITE: seahorsebythesea.com

Instagram page: @beachrentaldestin

Facebook: Seahorse by the Sea (@beachrentaldestin)

TikTok: @seahorse_by_the_sea

New for 2024! A 6-burner gas range with two electric ovens on the main floor, new microwave on the main floor, new dishwasher on the main floor, and new extra-large dryer on the main floor. We put the electric cooktop and built-in oven in the beach level suite, added a new full-size refrigerator to the beach level, and two new Beautyrest queen size mattresses on the beach level.

New for 2023! Two new air conditioning units, a 10-person spa on the beachfront deck, we converted the jack/jill bathroom on middle level to two separate bathrooms with walk-in showers. New vinyl floors in the bedrooms. We also added a computer and a karaoke machine for our guests to use.

Sleeping Arrangements:

Three-Floor Home

Beach Level (basement) | 2 queen beds and one twin daybed with a twin trundle.

1st Floor | Two bedrooms each with a king bed, living area/bunkbed room with two full size bunk beds with twin trundles, and a fold-out sofa.

2nd Floor | Primary bedroom with king bed, and a guest bedroom with two queen beds.

The top floor is the main floor. It features 10ft ceilings and travertine floors, a kitchen with granite counters, a living area with leather sofas and wet bar, a dining area which seats 10, the primary bedroom with a king bed and full bath, a guest bedroom with 2 queen beds and a full bath, and a laundry room. The primary bedroom and living area share a large balcony with stunning views. The guest bedroom has a view of the ocean from a side window.

The middle level has a living area with picturesque views of the ocean, a fold out sofa, two full size bunk beds with twin trundles, and a convenient kitchenette which is perfect for coffee, snacks, and drinks without having to go upstairs. One bedroom overlooks the ocean, has a king size bed, and sliding doors to the balcony and an adjoining full bathroom with a walk-in shower. The secondary bedroom also has a king bed with a view of the ocean from a side window. This bedroom also has an adjoining bathroom with a walk-in shower that opens up to the living area as well.

The beach level is separate from the rest of the home and has amazing views throughout. It has a large kitchen, living area, two queen murphy beds, and a twin daybed with a twin trundle. The bathroom has double sinks and a walk-in shower.

The beach level deck is very large and has a beach walkover for easy access to the ocean. The home sits closer to the water than the homes around it making it perfect for watching breathtaking sunsets.

A 10-person spa, propane grill, and a deck box filled with sand toys are located on the beachfront deck.

The bottom level has a walk-in closet with a beach cart, beach umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels, boogie boards, floats, life jackets, and paddles for the kayak.

We offer free beach service from March-October. Four chairs and two umbrellas will be set up Sun-Friday from before 9am-5pm.

A two person kayak is located under the boardwalk.

There is a large circle drive and two-car garage for lots of parking.

No hoa so feel free to rent a golf cart or put up a sun shade. No sharing our beach with a neighborhood or anyone else!

The address is 3640 Scenic Hwy 98 Destin, Fl 32541.

Wonderful walking and bike trails go both directions from the house. We have four new adult bikes for our guests to use.

Five restaurants located nearby:
1. Capt'n Daves Seafood within 4 min walk (on beach)
2. Kenny D's Cajun Bar & Grill within 5 min walk
3. The Crab Trap within a 10 min walk (on beach)
4. Pompano Joe's Seafood .9 miles away. (on beach)
5. Camille's at Crystal Beach Cafe, Seafood Restaurant, and Sushi 1.6 miles away

Publix Super Market located 2.3 miles away. Groceries can be delivered through instacart.

Silver Sands Premium Outlet Mall located 3.2 miles away.

Parasailing, sailing, and banana boat located a mile away. captainjambos.com

Timberview Helicopter Tours located 2.4 miles away.

Emerald Coast Wine Cellars is located 1.5 miles away

Property manager

Rebekah Loos
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop 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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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Destin Commons - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront/Beachfront w/ hot tub, your Own Private Beach, & free beach service! located?

Located in Destin, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course and 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

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

Great for families!

Location is superb and everything that one will need to enjoy a fun filled vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilles P.

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

Outstanding

Last vacation with our son and his friends from medical school... Very quiet setting, great beach, immaculate property and plenty room for everyone. Host was also exceptionally available to answer any queries we may have had. Truly, a gem and glad to have discovered and enjoyed it this summer. Thanks, Rebekah and Jason. Till next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wonderful family spot

Great place for family fun and plenty of space. The kids loved the hot tub in the evenings during sunset. The location is great for private beach access & easy walks to get food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

PERFECT location RIGHT on the beach!

Four families of 3 stayed here with plenty of room. The teens LOVED their separate space away from the adults, while we all enjoyed the private beach right in front of the home. There was plenty of space to have privacy for each family while more than enough room for gathering as one to play games and talk. We felt bad for the people who stayed further back and had to walk with cartloads to get to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

Yearly family vacation

Seahorse was a beautiful home in a great location! There was nothing more we could have wanted or needed during our stay. Definitely saved on extra packing or buying of beach towels and accessories. The owner was very attentive to any needs we had. I would definitely book our next year’s trip here again if it’s available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

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

Great location!

We had such a wonderful time on our family vacation. There were 3 families plus my mother n law , and we could all gather together in the family room, on the beach or on one of the spacious balconies… and when we wanted our space and our alone time, we had room for that also. Rebekah was awesome communicating and the check in was super easy. We definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari P., Atlanta, GA

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

This is a fantastic property!

The accommodations, the location, the owner, all make this property a fantastic choice. I have stayed at many rental houses in this area, and this was one of the most exceptional experiences yet. It is an extremely spacious house with lots of beds and areas to enjoy. The owner is focused on their guests having a good time, as evidenced by the amenities. A couple of our favorites were the beach side Jacuzzi and the karaoke machine! The house is situated such that every where we wanted to go was just a short drive away, or a short walk away. This is a memory making property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda U.

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

Excellent experience

This house has so much to offer! Two full fridges, two mini fridges which was huge for our large family. Plenty of beds (all very comfortable.) very kid friendly. We have already booked for next year! Thank you for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzette Y., Jefferson Texas

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

Family beach vacation

We had an amazing time and loved the private beach with beachside set up every morning for our family. The home was beautiful and the perfect setup for our two separate families with complete living space downstairs and lots of room on the two upper floors. The house came complete with bikes that we used every day as well. We are all ready looking for dates to come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Family Beach Trip

We took a leap of faith and booked this property when it first got listed. There had been no reviews so I was a bit nervous. Rebekah was great to work with. Answered our questions and was very accommodating. My wife and I were joined by our 3 sons and their families. 8 adults and 13 grandkids (ages 2-12). House was perfect. Bunk Bed room had trundles and a pull out couch. Lots of space and room to enjoy each other. We loved sitting on the decks in the evenings watching the kids play games and crabbing with their flashlights. Lots of beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards and beach toys. Our week ended too quickly. Precious memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Great vacation house

House was great for our family of 15. Lots of room for everyone to have their own space and then room for everyone to gather round the large table. The beach was wonderful. A great location. Loved having bikes for a coffee run. Rebekah was a great hostess. Answering questions quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don Z.

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

Great Family Home

Beautiful home with all the extras. Easy check in process and great for large family or multiple family group. Lots of freezer and refrigerator space and two ice makers. Great private beach and deck made it very enjoyable.. Rebekkah was very friendly and responsive with answering questions via text. Our large family of 11 had a great time and we would highly recommend this house! .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonna M.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Best rental house I've stayed in! The owners were so very welcoming, helpful and accommodating! The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. There is ample chairs and umbrellas for the beach, and plenty of things for the kids to play on in the ocean. My kids enjoyed taking bike rides in the evening and watching the dolphins swim by from the deck. 14 of us slept comfortably in this luxurious home. I can't say enough great things about our experience staying here, the home is absolutely beautiful, location perfect and view was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

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

Exactly the family getaway we needed.

Plan was find a beach house to get warm after an isolated winter up north. College-aged kids spread out and enjoyed the ample space. House was equipped with everything we needed. Couldn’t ask for a more perfect location! We hope to return often.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kela N.

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

Fantastic!!!

We enjoyed every moment of our stay, the house was fabulous and had everything that we needed for a great vacation!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rebekah Loos

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My husband and I have 3 boys and live in TX. We love visiting Destin's soft white sandy beaches and clear water, boating, jet skiing, and exploring the state parks.

Why they chose this property

The water and beach is the most beautiful in the US and even better than some Caribbean destinations. No water shoes required, safe environment, short flights, and access to healthcare if needed are just a few of the reasons we chose Destin. The house is clean, updated, and has amazing views. The location is perfect! There is a guarded community on one side and an empty lot on the other so not a lot of crowds. We are not in a HOA or neighborhood and we own the beach all the way to the wet sand so our beach is private and only our guests are allowed on it. Several restaurants within walking distance, and premium outlet mall is a few miles away.

What makes this property unique

A private beach
Bikes
10-person spa
Kayak
Body and Skim boards
Beach Service
Master, second bedroom, main living areas, and laundry room are all on one floor.
Home sits closer to water and has unobstructed views.
Not in an hoa so you can use a sunshade or set up a volleyball net.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests