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Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool

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Large Covered Lanai w/Private Heated* Pool
Your Own Private Oasis
Dining and Entertaining Inside and Out Is a Breeze
Brand NEW Living Rm Sofa(Dec 2023)
The beautifully appointed bunk room features a Full over QUEEN Bed & a Work Station

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    10 min walk
  • James Lee Park
    13 min walk
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club
    4 min drive
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    9 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

King Guest Room

1 Crib and 1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Crib and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet

Outdoor Shower by Pool

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool

Welcome to Papaya Paradise hosted by GSM Family Vacations
Covered Private Heated Pool (Heat can be added for additional $75/night. Must Purchase for entire stay)
- 3 en-suites • 3.5 bath
-2 Community Pools • Hot Tub
- Walk to beach • Walk to restaurants
- Destiny East Gated Community
-Tennis courts • Basketball • Playground
-Wall to wall sliding glass doors

Welcome to Papaya Paradise, a luxury property presented by GSM Family Vacations.

This exclusive vacation home is situated in the highly sought-after gated community of Destiny East, offering the ultimate in privacy and sophistication. You won't find a more perfect location in Destin, with a pristine beach just a quick 10-minute walk away and a variety of exquisite restaurants just a short stroll from your doorstep.

Enjoy the convenience of the nearby Crab Trap beach access, just a 2-minute drive away, providing exclusive access to changing rooms, bathrooms, and a covered picnic area. This is the perfect place to spend an entire day enjoying the Florida sun.

Inside this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, you'll find luxurious amenities, including a private pool and covered lanai, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. The open-concept floor plan seamlessly connects the living area to the pool, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living space.

Experience the best of both worlds with access to the sought-after amenities of the Destiny East community, including a large pool, tennis courts, playground, theater, and gym, along with close beach access. This home is equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and a full-size washer and dryer for your convenience.

Each of the 3 en-suite bedrooms offers the utmost in comfort and privacy, including a bunk room perfect for kids and a large master king suite with sliding door access to the pool and lanai. The master suite also features an expansive closet, a large jetted garden tub, a separate shower, and double vanities.

Don't wait to book your stay in this amazing home with beautifully landscaped surroundings that offer privacy on the patio. Please note that this property requires guests to be at least 25 years of age, and all guests must be named, with their ages provided at booking. Experience the ultimate in luxury and book your stay at Papaya Paradise today!

**SNOW BIRDS WELCOME IN JANUARY AND FEBRUARY!** Inquire about longer bookings.

What our Guests say:
"Fantastic stay! Hosts were quick to respond to any questions or concerns."
"Our family really enjoyed our stay! The house is very clean, and the kitchen is stocked with essentials for everyday use."
"The kitchen/family room opens to the screened-in patio and pool area—our favorite feature! We enjoyed the heated pool every day!"
"Highly recommend this gorgeous home. The backyard is a private piece of heaven. Everything exceeded our expectations."
"Bigger than the photos looked. Having beach chairs and floats was a bonus. Super comfy beds and sofa. 100% recommend."
"Great house and location close to everything—grocery, restaurants, and beach. The patio is much larger than the listing pictures!"
"Amanda was awesome! She went above and beyond with any questions we had. The house has beach chairs, sand toys, an umbrella, and a cooler for guests to use."
"The home was inviting and comfortable. It’s in a gated community within walking distance to the beach. Each room had its own bathroom and shower."
"Everything was wonderful in this beautiful house. The children loved the pool. The host was very responsive and helpful."
"Incredible home with an amazing layout. The pool area is perfect, and the kitchen is fully equipped. We will definitely stay again."
"A beautiful home, super clean. The hosts were very nice and easy to communicate with. We had a great time and recommend this home 100%."

Indulge in the vacation of a lifetime at Papaya Paradise! Book now and experience the magic firsthand. Your slice of paradise awaits!

**Renter Agreement and Security Deposit Required**
-A renter agreement and link to provide credit card for security deposit will be required AFTER you book on VRBO
-Failure to comply with this requirement within 2 hours of VRBO booking will result in cancellation and a fee of 3% to recoup our cost of accepting the VRBO booking


**Regarding Pool Heating**
- The pool can be heated to 87 degrees for an additional fee.
- Pool heat must be purchased 48 hours before arrival.
- Pool Heat must be purchased for the entire length of your stay. You can NOT purchase partial days or weeks.
- Pool heat can not be added after check-in.
- Pool heat will run from 7am-10pm.
- Pool heat will not be provided overnight.
- If air temperatures are below 50 degrees, it may take up to 24 hours before the pool reaches temperature.
- In the event of unseasonably cold weather and the pool heater's inability to bring the water temperature to 87 degrees, no refunds will be given.
- We do not offer pool heat if the air temperatures are predicted to be below 45 degrees for more than 2 days during your stay.


**Regarding Outdoor Life & Pests**
We want you to have an amazing vacation, so we do everything possible to keep the house free from unwanted outside visitors such as beetles, ants, palmetto bugs (aka roaches), etc.
Our home is regularly treated for pest control and cleaned to ensure pesky creatures stay out. However, because our home has great outdoor spaces that lead into the indoor spaces, you may see the occasional pest inside the home from time to time. This is to be expected when living out of doors and in tropical areas.

**Cameras/Noise Monitors**
We have security cameras that record video and audio located on the exterior of the property at the front door entrance and pointing away from the house toward the driveway. Tampering with cameras will result in cancellation without refund.
This is for your safety as well as the safety and security of our property.
We have a noise monitor in the pool area to help comply with local and HOA noise ordinances. It does not record voices, only decibel levels. You will receive a text if you exceed the recommended noise level during quiet hours notifying you of the need to lower the noise.

Property manager

Amanda
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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

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 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 a lake. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. 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 - 10 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 13 min walk
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool have a pool?

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

Is Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jan & Feb $175/nt For Monthly Stays • Walk 2 Beach • Covered Patio • Pvt Pool located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Destin Commons 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

thomas v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream place
This place was a dream. It was more wonderful than expected. The pictures don't do it justice. The owners were great to work with and quick to respond. Loved the community it was located in. Will definitely do this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, Great location
The property was spacious, clean, comfortable and located in a great area. Short walk to the beach. Clear instructions and excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer ‘24 vacation
This was an awesome location and the owners seriously thought of everything! The house was super clean and our family loved the pool and patio area!! We would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
The property was amazing. The pool worked out perfectly with the little guys. Beach was close enough, but we rented a golf cart to make the trip a little easier. Dishwasher was said to have been faulty upon our arrival, maintenance was scheduled right away and a simple reset was all that was needed in the end, but the communication with the owner was on point. They delivered paper plates and plasticware before within a couple hours and even added a couple boxes of cookies for the inconvenience. Much appreciated!! Thank you and we’ll definitely be headed back
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic House
My wife, kids, and I stayed with our friends at this house in April and everything about it was great.... The house had a great layout with plenty of room for all 8 of us... The back patio/pool area was awesome and perfect for hanging out while the kids swam... Would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend it
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect
I can't say enough good things about the hosts, their communication, the home, the patio, the pool and the area. I have rented many places and this was far and away the best of everything. We are already planning our return trip next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape from the Missouri winter!
This is a beautiful home in an excellent location. It has been recently updated and is tastefully decorated. The hosts have thought of everything. It was immaculate at check-in. The hosts left us a thorough manual of local amenties and restaurants. We did our best to see it all! Some of the highlights- we had access to the garage which came in handy for golf clubs and coolers. (So nice not to be tripping over that stuff.) The pantry area was huge so we could keep our supplies close and easily available. Each bedroom had a large TV. Internet access was free and easy to connect. This is a gated community so very safe with minimal traffic. We did not use the pool and lanai due to the time of year, but it would have been a great entertaining space. Lovely property!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house!
Our family really enjoyed our stay here! The house is very clean and the kitchen is stocked with the essentials needed for everyday use. The hosts take great care of this home and it shows. They were very responsive and helpful with any inquiries we had. Our favorite part? How the kitchen/family room open up to the screened in patio/pool area so we can enjoy the heated pool everyday! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vacation
Amanda was awesome! We really enjoyed our stay! The home was exactly what we wanted and more! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
Amanda, was always quick to answer any questions I had to ensure my stay was pleasing. We will be back to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel G., Uvalde

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home
The home was inviting and very comfortble. It's in a great location, gated community. We loved that it was within walking distance to the beach. It had everything you need to enjoy the pool and the beach. There is no need to buy or pack a ton of stuff because the house has beach chairs, sand toys, umbrella and cooler for guests to use. We loved that each room had its own bathroom and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Our stay at this property was everything we wanted. Very clean and tidy and ready for my family to enjoy! The location was perfect. The only thing I would recommend at the house is a pool heater as the pool was too chilly for the kids to go in and enjoy. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Amanda

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Looking for the perfect vacation spot for your multigenerational family? Look no further than GSM Family Vacations! As Tennessee natives, Mark and Amanda have a deep love for the beautiful Smokies as well as the gorgeous white sand beaches of Destin. We have carefully chosen vacation homes that are perfect for families to gather, spread out, and make lasting memories.

Our 5 bedroom cabin in Gatlinburg offers plenty of room for everyone, while our new beach house in Destin provides a seaside oasis for memories by the sea.

At GSM Family Vacations, we prioritize creating unforgettable memories on vacation. We specialize in handpicking vacation homes that cater to multigenerational families. Our team, headed by Amanda, a travel writer at VeraVise Outdoor Living, goes the extra mile to ensure your family has a memorable vacation by providing excellent outdoor adventure suggestions and comfortable and beautiful spaces for family bonding.
Book your stay with GSM Family Vacations for a vacation that is more than just a place to stay, it's a place to Gather!

Why they chose this property

Welcome to Papaya Paradise

- Exceptional Host Responsiveness: Praised for swift and helpful communication, ensuring all your needs are promptly addressed.
- Pristine Cleanliness: Guests consistently commend the spotless condition of the home, reflecting meticulous maintenance and care.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stocked with essentials, it opens to a family-friendly living area, making it perfect for cooking and socializing.
- Heated Pool and Screened Patio: Our pool area, a highlight for many guests, offers daily enjoyment in a private, screened setting.
- Comfort-Focused Amenities: From super comfy beds and sofas to beach chairs, floats, and sand toys, every detail is tailored for your comfort.
- Ideal Location: Nestled in a quiet, gated community, the property is within walking distance to beaches, grocery stores, and restaurants.
- Spacious and Inviting: The house is larger than it appears in photos, offering ample space for families and groups.
- Outdoor Entertainment: A new grill and a large patio area provide the perfect setting for barbecues and gatherings.
- Beach Proximity: A short walk or a quick drive brings you to the beautiful public beaches and the famous Crab Trap area.
- Family-Friendly Features: Each room boasts its own bathroom, and the house includes amenities for children, ensuring a family-friendly environment.
- Thoughtful Extras: Guests appreciate the availability of a cooler, umbrella, and other beach essentials, reducing the need to bring or buy extra items.
- Memorable Stay Guaranteed: We aim to offer not just a place to stay but a delightful and memorable vacation experience.
- Book Now for Luxury and Comfort: Join the ranks of satisfied guests and experience the perfect blend of luxury and homely comfort at Papaya Paradise!

Experience the joy and convenience of a well-cared-for home in a prime location, perfect for families and groups seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure. 🌴🏖️

What makes this property unique

• Luxurious 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath vacation home in exclusive gated community of Destiny East
• Private heated* pool and covered lanai for year-round enjoyment (inquire about heating pool for additional fee)
• Open floor plan seamlessly flowing from living area to pool
• Amenities such as large community pool, tennis courts, playground, theater, and gym within the community
• 10-minute walk to the beach and 2-minute drive to beach access with golf cart parking
• Stainless steel appliances and full-size washer and dryer for guests' convenience
• Bunk room for children
• Master king suite with access to the private pool and lanai
• 3 en-suite bedrooms for privacy and comfort
• Additional 1/2 bath for guest use
• Beautiful landscaping provides privacy in the backyard
• Master suite with sliding door access to the lanai, expansive closet, large jetted garden tub, separate shower, and double vanities.

RE: Unwanted Outside Pests
We want you to have an amazing vacation, so we do everything possible to keep the house free from unwanted outside visitors such as beetles, ants, palmetto bugs (aka roaches), etc.
Our home is regularly treated for pest control and cleaned to ensure pesky creatures stay out. However, because our home has great outdoor spaces that lead into the indoor spaces, you may see the occasional pest inside the home from time to time.

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