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Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12181.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Destin, Florida
  • Destin Commons
    7 min walk
  • Miramar Beach
    10 min walk
  • James Lee Beach
    15 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    10 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach

Sleeping Arrangements
Two Story House |
1st floor – Master, king bed
2nd floor – Master 2, king bed; Guest 3, queen bed; Guest 4, twin-over-twin bunk, full-over-full bunk, baby bed; Living space, futon sleeper

Experience Your Vacation Haven

Located a mere 2.5 blocks from the Emerald Coast, Big Tuna is a charming corner beach house that is full of stylish accents and luxurious finishing touches! It’s a perfect Destin beach cottage rental for families or mature friend groups. The home, which has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms sleeps 12.

Natural, coastal themes abound in this beautiful vacation rental cottage. A wood paneled accent wall in the living room sets of the space and makes for a great conversation piece. Wood accents are carried throughout the home along with soft blues and other soothing coastal hues. The full kitchen has everything you need for entertaining. There’s a dining space with an 8-seater table and there are 6 stools at the corner breakfast bar. Plenty of room for everyone and perfect for entertaining!

The first floor also has an oversized master bedroom with king bed and a luxurious en suite with a shower, garden tub, double vanity, and walk-in closet. An additional powder room is located on the first floor for everyone’s convenience.

The second floor has an additional living space with a futon that pulls into a sleeper bed. You can easily walk out of the covered balcony and enjoy the ample seating from this additional living area. The other three bedrooms afford luxury and privacy. The second master has a king bed and a full bath. The third guest room has a queen bed and porch access. The fourth bedroom is ideal for children with a full-over-full bunk and a twin-over-twin bunk and a baby bed.

You’ll love staying in this blissful “catch” of a beach house. Equally enjoyable is the Crystal Beach community pool, a stunning lagoon-style pool complete with hot tub, waterfall, and tiki lounge area.

Guest Walk-Through
Two Story House –
1st floor – 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, porch
2nd floor – 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bonus living space, porch access, laundry room

Unit Amenities – private gas grill, outdoor shower, covered porch, balcony, laundry room, baby gates, baby bed, dog-friendly
Community Amenities- Community pool, sand volleyball court, grilling area, tiki lounge area, seasonal trolley

About the Community of the Villages at Crystal Beach
The Villages of Crystal Beach is one of Destin’s premier gated vacation communities! This luxurious community has a free trolley service during peak tourism season, taking you straight to your Emerald Coast beachfront access! The community has one of the nicest private pools in Destin as well. There’s also a grilling area, and a lounge area for guests.

NO GOLF CART RENTALS ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY

You’re within walking distance to everything the Emerald Coast Parkway has to offer, just across from the posh Destin Commons, which has 75 shops, restaurants, and so much more! Entertainment and opportunities for fun abound. For an additional cost, you can experience all of Destin’s best amenities including world-class golf, boating, fishing, and so much more!

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 and an umbrella 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.

Pet Friendly Unit
Pets are welcome here, but please note that there is an additional $250 fee for one pet and a $350 fee for two pets.

Property manager

My Vacation Haven
Premier Host

Languages

English, Swedish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade 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 ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Destin, Florida

What's nearby

  • Destin Commons - 7 min walk
  • Miramar Beach - 10 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 18 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 19 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Destin - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Commons and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

susan t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the big tuna
We loved the place. Just wish there would have been a few more supplies such as dishwasher and washing machine detergent. Also garbage bags. The one in the kitchen was not enough. Perhaps also another light in the living room area. One of the beach umbrellas was broken. However we did love the location and the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Big Tuna
Very nice house in good repair. Access was easy and the neighborhood was well kept. All the amenities were as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AManda L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations in a great location
Our family of 5 really enjoyed our Big Tuna stay. The house is in good shape with no major wear and tear issues and plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen has plenty of pots, pans, bowls, utensils for all of your cooking needs. You will need to make sure to bring a beach bag and towels but there is a beach cart with plenty of beach toys and 3 chairs to use as well. The pool is really fantastic and we often split our time between the pool and beach. The location was great, close to restaurants, the beach, and attractions. We will definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tara a.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home!
We had a great time & enjoyed our stay in this home, there were 12 of us & I was worried about enough room for us all & it did not disappoint! One of best vacations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good experience
Nice property, very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Lance M., Wylie, usa

Great House
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place to stay was great. But the neighborhood wad full or spring breakers who didn't really have respect for anyone outside of their group.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shetina R.

Big Tuna
Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Our stay at Big Tuna was great! The house was very clean, the location was perfect, and the space worked well for our family of 12.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Celia R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Big Tuna
While we enjoyed our stay, the house does need some special cleaning. We found stains on the futon and throw pillows. We also found dirty dishes (probably from the renter before) and ended up having to prewash all dishes or cups before using them. A plus was the very short walk to the pool which the kids really enjoyed. Would recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

NORA C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute decorations
Overall it was a great stay! Love the neighborhood and super close to the pool (which is the main reason we stay at Villages of Crystal Beach). The beach is walking distance and many entrances to the beach nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house and great location near the pool
It was very clean and ready for a great week of relaxing and beaching with family and friends! This house accommodated everything we needed! Definitely will stay in the villages of Crystal Beach again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

gina f., Peachtree City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
Overall a comfortable stay! Maintenance issues handled quickly. Great location for our needs. We’d stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Julie S.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
No Hot Water! Big Tuna
We were without hot water for more than 48 hours. We were told to carry on with our day. It is very hard to carry on with our day when we couldn't shower. I'm still waiting for the Property Manager to call me back. I have left several messages.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kayla N., Anderson, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Week!
We had a great stay at the Big Tuna. The pool is just steps away. We were bummed that the ocean seemed so far away - about a 1/2 mile walk but the shuttle was nice to have. The house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

Great Month at Big Tuna in Destin!
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: The house was perfect location. Walking distance to the pool and about .5 mile walk to the beach. There a plenty of shops and places to eat in the area within walking distance as well.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent birthday getaway
This house is amazing! It was a birthday trip and fit our group perfectly. Plenty of room and excellent communication with the owners! 5 starts!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Sarah B.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
THANKSGIVING STAY
As the location was a good spot, the house itself was not what I expected. I had crawling babies and within 20 minutes they were covered in black from the floors. The kitchen only had ONE kitchen mitt & that had a huge hole in it so of course while cooking, we burned our hand pretty bad. The AC didn’t work the whole time so the house was up to 79 degrees which isn’t idea either with kids and my parents. The management team responded quick but no resolution. I complained and asked for some type of refund and no response. We also were told check in couldn’t happen until 4 however, with kids we got their early and no one was at the property from 1-4? For paying such high dollar, we should of had a better experience. Very disappointment & will not be recommending for future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bailey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean property
My firm held an off-site for our five attorneys here. We wanted a place to do some team-building and also enjoy the beach. There was lots of room to accommodate us all. The house was very clean and in a great location with regard to proximity to the pool/hot tub and walking to the beach. We were even able to use the primary television as a monitor to do some training together.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Destin 2022
Weather was AMAZING We had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
We had a great stay at Big Tuna and would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the Destin area. Clean, spacious house, not too far from the beach (the free trolley is a huge bonus!), nice pool. The only thing we wish had been clearer in the listing is the limited parking, but given the off season we were able to park our extra vehicle by the pool without issue. Will definitely consider this house for future trips to Destin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mattison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
My family and I had a great experience! Such a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time at Big Tuna
Great house for a group of girlfriends (in our case) and for large families too. We really enjoyed our stay. Great communication with the property managers! Hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection!
This house is gorgeous, wonderfully furnished, has a great layout, and in a fantastic location. The proximity to the pool is great and having a shuttle to the beach was amazing!! Lots of restaurants and shops nearby too! Great find!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for an extended family getaway
We spent 6 days here and would definitely return. The property management company was easy to work with when things were off and responded quickly. The shuttle service was an outside company and they did not return our call. But the house itself and the management company was exactly what we were looking for. We had a relaxing time together making family memories. Some board games could help for rainy days but we only had one of those.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good experience
Our condo was double-booked and occupied by another family when we arrived, but they eventually found another condo for us thank goodness. Condo was lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

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