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Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool

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Empress 601 - Living Room with Gulf Views
Empress 601 - Front Balcony with Gulf Views
Empress 601 - Front Balcony with Gulf Views
Empress 601 - Private Gulf View Balcony
Empress 601 - Front Balcony with Gulf Views

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10248.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, Florida
  • Miramar Beach
    1 min walk
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    14 min walk
  • The Emerald Sanctuary
    19 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool

The Empress Unit 601 embodies all that it implies: luxurious furnishings, spectacular accessories, balconies with sweeping Gulf and lake views. Empress amenities include a pool and hot tub overlooking the lake and two grilling stations. This vacation rental condo is 2600 sq ft of breathtaking elegance. This unit is truly one of the largest, most beautiful condos in Destin. This amazing three bedroom, three bathroom, 6th floor unit with a spacious floor plan offers unparalleled views of the Gulf of Mexico, lake, and golf course. The private balcony with full Gulf views is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or experience a romantic sunset.


This open floor plan condo is tiled with luxurious travertine throughout the foyer, living room, bathrooms and kitchen. There is a full wet bar in the living room, complete with beautiful wine, martini, beer and margarita glasses for your enjoyment. There is a sound system throughout the unit, including speakers on the balcony! The high-end dining table seats 8-10 comfortably. The kitchen and bathrooms have just been renovated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, including a double oven and french door refrigerator, vessel sinks, heated Jacuzzi, and rainfall shower-head!


This beautiful vacation rental condo offers two gorgeous master bedrooms with king beds - each with its own private spa bath and balcony overlooking the Gulf. A third bedroom has two double beds and a huge window with a stunning view of the lake. An additional sleeper sofa is located in the living room. Large tiled balconies facing both the front and rear with ample comfortable seating provide a place for sunbathing, reading, dining or just enjoying the view.


In the living room, you will find a TV with an HD converter, iPod docking cables, movies, and board games. This condo is perfect for a family vacation and provides all the comforts of home right on the Gulf of Mexico.


Bed Sizes:
Master - King
Master 2 - King
Third - 2 Doubles
Living Room - Sofa Sleeper


*Please Note: HOA Only Allows Two Parking Passes/Spots Per Reservation. Additional Vehicles Will Need To Park In Public Parking, Outside the Empress Property. No golf carts allowed.


***Minimum 25+ Age Requirement. No Pets Allowed.***
*Please note the HOA requires 7 night increment stays year round and peak seasons may require Saturday to Saturday stays.

*We also offer monthly rates for stays during our winter season. Please inquire if interested.

Property manager

Glass Casa Vacation Rentals
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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

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 condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Miramar Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 14 min walk
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 3 min drive
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 8 min drive
  • Grand Boulevard at Sandestin - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf View Condo-Short Walk 2 Beach-Lakefront Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Miramar Beach condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Golf Course At Seascape Resort. The Emerald Sanctuary and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ashli M.

Stunning!
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: We absolutely loved our stay! The pictures do not deceive you. Clean and spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marcus S.

Amazing!
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: Fantastic!
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10/10 Excellent

Patsy N.

Have stayed here 3 times, love it.
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: Beautiful place, very roomy and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Erie, PA

601 Empress
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very positive

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M., Homer, LA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo!
Easily accessible…great location overlooking the beach…spacious and comfortable. We stay generally 2 times a year in the same unit!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E., Paducah, KY

Excellent location, Great Condo
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Excellent location just across the street from the beach...great views from the balcony. Condo was clean, spacious, and the beds were comfy. Would definitely rent with Glass Casa again!
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Excellent except Fridge
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great and the property owners were excellent with responding in a timely manner. The only problem was the fridge. The doors don't close good and the ice machine or water dispenser did not work. Seems like a minor issue but even hotels give you free ice. So if I paid that much I would expect everything to be working - especially a fridge in that kind of heat. A solution might be to have a community ice machine or something. We needed ice for coolers, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vaca 2023
Great condo. Just as listed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn W., White Pine

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Condo, Great Location
Pros: My family couldn’t say enough good about this space. Finding space for nine is no easy task, but this spacious condo was perfect. The views from both balconies are beautiful. The kitchen is stocked with nearly everything you could need to cook meals for your family. The building itself is clean, modern, and convenient to access the beach and local businesses. Cons: We arrived at the complex 30 minutes prior to the 4:00 check in time. When we pulled in, we found it to be a gated complex that requires a code. I called the rental company to get the code so we could wait in the parking lot for our check in time & they lady refused to give it to us & said we’d get the info we needed when it was the 4:00 check in time. Fortunately, someone at the complex gave us a code to get into the parking lot so we had somewhere to wait. (The complex manager, Al, was FANTASTIC.) After a short time in the condo, we found a coffee maker with no pot & the floors were very dirty. I messaged Glass Casa and someone was in our condo very quickly with a brand new coffee pot & someone to mop the kitchen floor. Despite the cleaning of the kitchen, the carpet & other flooring in the condo is dirty/soiled below the surface & our feet were visibly dirty & black from walking around the condo. The flooring needs a good, deep cleaning, both carpet and tile. All things aside, this is an incredible space & we will absolutely book it again when we come back with the whole family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Derek V., Saint Marys

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Location vrs Aesthetics
The view, location and beach access are 5 Stars! The wear and tear abuse of the unit is obvious upon entry and annoying by the time you leave. The baseboards and leading edges are dingy in color, marked and chipped paint throughout with some trim loose and falling apart. Door handles are all loose and falling off. Some blinds and blind cords don’t work or function correctly. Window tint is winkled and bubbly. Whirlpool faucet and handles loose and wobbly. The TVs are older than the first edition Keurig coffee machine. AC works great in every room except the master bedroom, it doesn’t work at all. All agreed the mattresses could be updated. Balcony patio furniture has seen its days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

rodney m.

empress 601
Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: overall, good. The ac did not work good for the bedrooms. the common areas were very clean
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Paradise
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: We were blessed to be able to stay about 6 weeks in this condo. The view was amazing, sitting in the living area it looked like outside your balcony was the ocean. Absolutely beautiful decor, everything we needed for our stay. Glass Casa was wonderful, we look forward to booking again.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Beautiful!
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: This location is outstanding!! Goregous!
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10/10 Excellent

Patsy N.

beautiful Condo
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Absolutely love this condo. 2nd year in a row to stay min it, will probably stay again next year.

8/10 Good

Apphia W., Atlanta, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Condo
The pictures online didn't do any justice. The view was amazing. It was peaceful and central to where we needed to go. There were some snags, but they did fix them, which is what mattered. I would overall recommend the condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Camille A.

Our Stay at Empress
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: Great condo! Large enough for everyone to have their space. We enjoyed a great week in a great location.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Erie, PA

WS
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great
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8/10 Good

Caroline L.

Miramar Beach Condo
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Overall, we were happy with our stay at this condo. We have stayed at this property before and the location is excellent. We were happy with the condo. The only complaint is the bedroom right off of the kitchen does not get cool at night. Other than that, we enjoyed the condo.

10/10 Excellent

mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise Stay
The property was absolutely beautiful. It fulfilled all our needs and necessities. We will definitely stay at this property again if we return to Destin. Thank you for making it an incredible stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

jason k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week of home
We was located in a great geographic location. Ocean is absolutely gorgeous. The two balconies one facing the lake and other facing the Gulf was a great feature that is usually hard to come by. Can't wait till next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We went with another family so in total there were 10 of us (6 kids). This place was perfect. Each set of adults were able to have their own master suite and it seemed like when the kids were in their room we couldn’t even hear them arguing haha. Sitting on the balcony was our favorite thing to do. Being right on the beach was definitely a plus but we also took advantage of the pool which was nice when the waves were too large for the little ones but we still wanted to swim. The A/C wasn’t working in one of the rooms but when I brought it up the maintenance man set up a temporary A/C within just a few hours. Even though it didn’t look very pretty, it did the job and the room stayed cool the rest of the week. We were hoping to be able to do an early check in. By the time we got the approval to check in it was 3:30 so we didn’t get to actually check in until 4, our original check in time. My only suggestions for the property management would be to check consistency between the app I was told to download and the papers in the condo. There were a few things different. We had a great stay and would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Patsy N.

Wonderful Condo
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: It was amazing, The only thing to complain about are no cooking pans, skillets, This place is absoulutly gorgeous and very well maintained. will be staying there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Empress
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 place was beautiful and had the best view. It was perfect for our family of 8. We will definitely being staying here again when we return to Destin.
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8/10 Good

S T.

Beautiful home
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The decor was beautiful. The home was very clean. Beautiful views. The shower was clogged up and I called over 10 times all calls were ignored. We had to shower with dirty water up to our ankles.
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10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Love this Condo
Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: We loved the location. We normally stay at the near by place, however, this year we needed more space. We will stay here next year. The only issue we had was that one of the master room's a/c wasn't cooling. I called maintenance the day we arrived and the next day he brought over a portable a/ c unit for us to us. Hopefully, they fix the a/c problem before next year.

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