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Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit

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Just a quick walk across the bridge and you’re steps away from our private beach
Beautiful views and cooling breezes poolside
Take a dip in the swimming pool - heated or cool and refreshing, your choice!
Plenty of poolside seating to relax and soak up the sun!
Spectacular views and so much to do!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12232.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Beaches
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #2 - Bunk and Queen

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom #3 - Bunk

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

1st Floor Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit

Welcome to Sandy Bottoms!

Our lakefront beach house is perfectly located near the heart of Destin in a small, gated subdivision with a PRIVATE BEACH that allows you to enjoy the crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches without all the typical Destin crowds! Our redesigned backyard is perfect for enjoying the PRIVATE POOL, firing up the grill, fishing from the dock, tanning on the deck, enjoying a meal or watching the sunset around a firepit.

🏖️ Private outdoor SWIMMING POOL…NOT shared
🏖️ Private Beach Access only a 5 minute walk away!
🏖️ Outdoor OASIS w/wood fire pit (See Pics!)
🏖️ 1x Umbrella & 2x Chairs set-up provided for FREE at the beach
🏖️ Fish in the stocked pond right from the backyard deck!
🏖️ Paddleboard or kayak on the lake
🏖️ 2x Master Suites w/INCREDIBLE VIEWS from the second floor deck
🏖️ Fully Stocked Kitchen with everything you will need
🏖️ SMART TVs in every bedroom and Living Room
🏖️ High Speed Wifi (450+ MBPS)
🏖️ 2 King Beds, 2 Twin-Over-Full Bunks, 1 Queen Bed
🏖️ Bright, open floor plan with PLENTY OF SUNSHINE
🏖️ Free Washer and Dryer use
🏖️ 2500 sq ft
🏖️ PERFECT LOCATION (Right across from Big Kahunas Water Park, walking distance to restaurants, close to Destin but tucked away from the crowds!)
🏖️ Large Community Pool
🏖️ 1x dog allowed per stay for $75/night
🏖️ The pool can be heated to 83-85 degrees for an additional $65/night

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Let the kids enjoy the PRIVATE POOL while the adults sit outside in the shady alcove or tan out on the deck. The outdoor area of Sandy Bottoms is truly a magical place to spend your beach vacation!

The PRIVATE BEACH is only a 4 minute walk with NO busy streets to cross. The beach is ONLY FOR GUESTS/RESIDENTS of the neighborhood so you can avoid the huge Destin crowds! The neighborhood is protected with gated entranceways and local security to ensure everyone stays safe while on vacation.

All of our Bedrooms have BRAND NEW MEMORY FOAM MATTRESSES, new pillows, luxurious sheets and SMART TVs so that everyone can find their personal place of escape!

Our kitchen is FULLY STOCKED with everything from wine glasses to waffle makers and everything in between! We love preparing food in our family and wanted to ensure our guests had every available opportunity to make world class meals in our kitchen!

Sandy Bottoms sits just west of the heart of Destin across from the Big Kahunas Water Park. There is a pizza restaurant and breakfast place within walking distance if you didn't feel like driving. All of the world class restaurants of Destin are only a 5-10 minute drive away! The neighborhood offers complete privacy and is a mix of vacation homes and full-time residents.

What makes staying with us different? You will be interacting DIRECTLY WITH US during your entire stay. We are not a large property management company. We are a family dedicated to providing you with unmatched customer service! Any and all questions or issues that arrive, we will PERSONALLY HANDLE for you.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (All bedrooms are on the 2nd floor)
Master Bedroom #1 - King Bed
Master Bedroom #2 - King Bed
Bedroom #3 - 1x Twin-Over-Full Bunk, 1x Queen Bed
Bedroom #4 - 1x Twin-Over-Full Bunk

1x dog allowed per stay for $75/night. You MUST select pets as part of your guests for the pet fee to appear.)
NO SMOKING.

EXTRA ITEMS:
High Chair, Pack-N-Play, and kids’ place settings provided

ENTRY:
No HASSLE CHECK-IN** Go straight from your home to the cottage!
Check in: 4 PM
Check out: 10 AM
Unfortunately, no late check-out or early check-in to allow enough time to clean.

THE RED TAPE:
Quiet Hours are 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM and strictly enforced by local law enforcement.

We do not send maintenance to the property during your stay…only after you depart.

Maximum Permitted Occupancy is 12. Exceeding this will result in a fine by local authorities and immediate eviction.

There is NO STREET PARKING allowed.

The pool is USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. We are NOT responsible for any injuries that result from the use of the swimming pool.

We cannot provide refunds for weather.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. What Linens are included? – We provide linens for beds, bath towels, hand towels, makeup towels, and wash cloths.

2. What household supplies are provided? – We provide you with one set of travel size shampoo/conditioner and body wash per full bathroom. Toilet paper and hand soap are also provided. Additionally, we’ll also provide you with paper towels, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, trash bags, and laundry pods. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase additional items when the initial supply runs out.

3. What does the kitchen include? –The kitchen is stocked with everything you would expect in a normal kitchen plus a toaster, waffle maker, crock-pot, blender, various size pots & pans, a teapot, a regular coffee pot and a Keurig Machine. BRING YOUR OWN COFFEE!

4. Do you provide any baby items? –We provide a high chair, Pack-N-Play, and kids place settings.

5. Do you provide a grill? – Yes. There is a gas grill outside.

6. Do you provide fire wood? – No. You will need to bring/buy fire wood for the outside fire pit.

7. Do you allow pets? – Yes! We allow 1 dog per stay for $75/night.

8. What time is check-in and check-out? – You may check in any time after 4:00 PM and you must checkout prior to 10:00 AM on the day of your departure.

9. What TV package / channels do you provide? – We provide all Smart TVs with streaming services. We do not provide cable.

10. What type of internet to you provide? – We provide unlimited high speed internet with Wi-Fi.

11. How many parking spaces are there? - You are allowed 3 vehicles in the driveway and 1 vehicle in the garage. NO STREET PARKING IS ALLOWED.

12. How deep is the pool and is it heated? - The pool is right around 5’ deep in the deepest corner and can be heated for an additional $65/day.

Property manager

Johnny and Ashley
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1x Dog allowed per stay for an additional pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
One dog allowed per stay. All pets must remain off the furniture, be house trained, have their poop picked up, and be caged if left alone.
No Smoking or Vaping in or around the property. Any cigarette odor or butts found around the property will incur an additional $500 cleaning fee.
All guests are required to sign the online rental agreement within 48 hours of booking.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is on the waterfront. HarborWalk Village 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 Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center. 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

  • Destin Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit have a pool?

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

Is Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk 4 min to PRIVATE BEACH in Destin! Backyard Pool🏖️ On The Lake🏖️ Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jason c.

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

Family break

Great place, great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

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

A Great Location!!!

We enjoyed the great views of the lake and the easy walk to the beach. We took 2 mile walks each morning; then spent a couple of hours at beach each day. The home was comfortable, spacious and nicely laid out.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Great Family Place

This was a great property for our family. The walk to the beach was short and easy. Having the pool for the kids was priceless
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben I.

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

Nice!

Great house and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Beach Getaway!

This property was perfect for our family vacation to Destin! Large enough for our family to all have their own space, very well appointed with everything we needed, best of all the outdoor space included a private pool, fire pit, bbq and access to the fishing pond.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth B.

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

Lakeside Cottage Fun

House is comfortable and conveniently located to beach and restaurants. Easy to entertain with well-stocked kitchen and serving window to pool area. Host was quick to respond to our family’s needs. Will book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M., Nashville

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

Amazing property

We went for spring break and this house is absolutely amazing! Very clean, lots of beach extras, great communication with the property manager, and the community is wonderful. We will stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Trach V.

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

Good visit and stay in Destin

It was great to spend time on this property in Destin. The property was clean and convenient to local stores. We had a great time with family and friends during our stay. I hope to be back sometime soon. Thank you, Johny, for your quick response to our needs. One minor thing - an extra roll of toilet paper for each bathroom would be helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin R.

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

Great

It was really greatcould hang out on the back deck and pool area and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful rental, especially if you have children.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Biloxi, Mississippi

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

Ideal for large group!

Loved the outdoor spaces!!! Clean quiet and secure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taneil

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

Great family vacation ❤️

This property is amazing. It's well stocked with everything you need. For sure a 5 star experience!! We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Ben B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Destin trip

The house was dirty along with the outside furniture and the dishes. Several light switches didn’t work as well. The pool was nice and the distance to the beach was nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill A.

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

Recap

One of our best stays ever. The owners were superb with follow up and went the extra mile to take care of us. I would Highly recommend John!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen S.

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

great accomodation!

Except for a few minor snags (which were handled quickly via email from the owner) we had a wonderful stay! Super impressed with all the kitchen supplies that made cooking fun! Beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms! Also the beach toys and wagon/chairs, etc!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette W.

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

Fun for everyone!

This house has everything you could want for a fun family vacation. Our two families, kids from 10-18 fit very comfortably and the property had something for everyone. So easy to walk to and from the private beach with use of the beach wagon, extra chairs, boogie boards and sand toys. The outdoor space is perfect for playing in the pool or relaxing, plenty of outdoor furniture options in the sun or shade. Fishing off the deck and ping pong kept kids entertained for hours. Gas grill and fire pit were a plus as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Great Location

We traveled w 10 of us and completely enjoyed our stay. The owners are very responsive. Unfortunately the grill propane was empty when we arrived, but the owners fixed it within an hour and it did not impact our plans. Well done! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Issues

I have communicated with Johnny and was very disappointed in his comments. The deck in the picture looks nothing like it was. It needed a lot of repairs, boards and nails were sticking up. the fence that was attached to the wall was pulling away and seemed dangerous. The patio door off the pool into the kitchen area we could never get it to lock. We used a broom to keep us safe. The track on the patio door look like it had never been cleaned and was very difficult to open and close. The drapes in the dining room were very old and had holes in the sheers. There were a swarm of sand flees in the corner by the drapes in the dining room. The bathrooms had running toilets. No kleenex and only one roll of paper towels for an entire week. The picture on line showed bicycles in the garage, there were none just a ping pong table. The access to the beach was nice and we used that everyday. I felt for a 5 star VRBO it need a lot of work. Not a place I would stay again for the money. Over rated for the price and not even in season yet.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

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

Beautiful home!

We came for a girls trip and had the best time! Their home was just as pictured and described with lots of sleeping and living space! The backyard was awesome and we loved have private beach access just a couple minutes away! Highly recommend and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Gorgeous Waterfront

Gorgeous waterfront property with a great pool to cool off in after a long day at the beach. Private beach access with pre-setup umbrella(s) & chairs is so convenient. Location is awesome and the hosts are incredibly responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Perfect getaway

Absolutely love the property. Everything was clean and tidy. Property had essentials such as kitchen items and even beach item plus a wagon to haul everything in. Just bring your own spices and oil to cook. I cant wait to come back. The area was lovely and the kids walked everyday to the ice cream place around the corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Johnny and Ashley

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My name is Johnny. I have a FANTASTIC assistant named Jessie who is the most responsive and customer oriented servants I have ever met. When you stay at one of our properties (we only have 4!) you get first-class customer service throughout your stay! We are not some large property management property. We LOVE our guests and want them to make lifelong memories every single stay. We also want our properties to get better EVERY SINGLE MONTH...which is why we are constantly adding new features, swapping out new appliances, etc. Our focus is not to nickle and dime our guests, but to provide them with an experience that is second to none when they stay with us!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location...and an amazing outdoor area!

What makes this property unique

On a gorgeous lake with ridiculous sunset views out to the beach. Your own private pool AND private beach (only guests of the neighborhood are allowed) that is only a 4 minute easy walk away!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests