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Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool

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Great Area for the Whole Family to Enjoy
Open Floor Plan
Breakfast Bar Seating
Lovely Dining with Views
Smart TVs in Every Room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9207.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • 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
  • James Lee Beach
    20 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    11 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool

Welcome to Family Matters!

"Where memories made together last forever"

**Discounts all of October '24**
Contact Us Directly for Off Season Discounts
850-714-1869

Highlights

The perfect luxury getaway for family and friends that sleeps 9 guests and is DOG FRIENDLY.

This property is pet friendly with an additional fee. 2 Dog limit
*Optional Pool Heat*
*Optional Golf Cart Rental

Details

Whether you're looking to relax by the private pool, explore the gated community’s impressive clubhouse, or take advantage of the amenities, this beach house in Destiny East, Destin, FL offers a fantastic vacation experience. With a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and an open floor plan, this beach house provides ample space and comfort for everyone. The inviting arched gated entryway and private courtyard provide a welcoming entrance to the property perfect for cozy sitting and conversations. Plus, with pets welcome, you can bring your furry friends along for the trip.

The open floor plan allows for a great view of the living area's flat-screen TV along with the fully equipped gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, beautiful cabinetry, and lovely waterfall countertops. Family Matters has 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms & 2 half bathrooms.

Max occupancy is 9 total guests, including infants. Student groups under the age of 25 and chaperoned groups are not allowed.

Floorplan

The sleeping arrangements ensure privacy for each guest. Every bedroom has its own attached bathroom.
Primary bedroom: includes a king bed, a futon, and a walk-in closet with a crib for guests traveling with little ones. The master bedroom also has a private ensuite full bathroom.
Second bedroom: has a king bed and an attached private full bathroom.
Third bedroom: includes 2 twin bunk beds and a queen bed. This bedroom also has an attached private bathroom for great convenience and privacy.

Outside: Stepping through the sliding glass doors leads you to an outdoor oasis, where the private pool is a standout feature of this beach house, offering a secluded space for guests to cool off and unwind. The upscale gated community provides a secure and peaceful environment for guests to enjoy their vacation.
The outdoor area includes a poolside half bathroom, 2 outdoor showers, a generously sized gas grill cooking area, dining seating, lounge seating & a spacious patio with plenty of room to entertain and enjoy all day long.

Parking for 4 max - Golf cart counts as a vehicle parking spot (No parking on grass at any time)

Amenities

*Destiny East Clubhouse
Home Amenities:
6 Seater golf cart (Optional)
4 Adult bicycles
2 Community Pools
3 Bedrooms
3 Full bathrooms and 2 Half Baths
*Private pool. Additional heat fee of $65/night to heat Pool.
Outdoor half bathroom & outdoor showers
Hair Dryers
Washer & Dryer
Big Screen Smart TVs
Wi-Fi
Board Games
Covered porches
Private Gas Grill
Patio Furniture
Linens provided
Fully updated gourmet kitchen with fully equipped appliances
Iron and ironing board
Coffee maker Keurig and Drip
Toaster
Crib
Highchair
Beach Chairs and Umbrella
Beach Equipment Wagon

Local Community

Destiny East is a gated beachside community with plush tropical landscaping
featuring impeccable amenities for your pleasure. It presents an impressive
CLUBHOUSE featuring a spacious community pool, Jacuzzi, Cabana area
equipped with gas grills, illuminated tennis courts, basketball court, a 25-seat
movie theater, a fitness center, paved walking paths, and a state-of-the-art
playground. The main pool is heated on some given Holidays and you can also
enjoy the secondary Pool lakeside.

Convenience is key, with a 2-car garage and additional parking in the driveway for guests with multiple vehicles. You will love the use of 4 adult bicycles and an optional 6-seater golf cart. Nearby public beach access at The CrabTrap provides dedicated golf cart parking or walk through the easy access walking tunnel under Scenic 98 straight to the beautiful sandy white beach.
Indulge in the finest amenities as you explore the pristine beaches, upscale
shopping, and gourmet dining that Destin has to offer. Your dream vacation
starts here, where every detail is designed for your utmost enjoyment.

Property manager

Mary Baudoin
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
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
$150 Per pet - dogs only - 2 max

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Map
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 - 7 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 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool have a pool?

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

Is Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Matters - Dog Friendly, Golf Cart Optional, Destiny East, Upscale Amenities, Private Pool located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located near the beach, 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

Ally W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect family beach house
We loved every minute of our stay at family matters beach house. The house was very well kept, up to date and very spacious. We had 2 small children with us during our stay and there was plenty of room for them to play and have fun. We were all very impressed with this house, the kitchen, master bath and pool were all show stoppers. Mary was a great host always willing to help and great at ensuring we had a great vacation. We will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home Away From Home!
Our family enjoyed this space, the location, and all the amenities. The fully stocked kitchen was excellent, and we had a blast in the pool! Mary was so accommodating and was very responsive! 11/10 will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Really Matter
The property was amazing, clean, beautiful, and had any and everything that we needed for an enjoyable family vacation. Our family loved everything about this house we will definitely stay there again. Mary and her husband went over and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful stay at Family Matters and if we didn't have it they provided it immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dixie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home it was well equipped with anything you need.”
I enjoy each day we stayed with easy access to everything,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cherie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place !
The home was beautiful! The location was perfect. The property management was the best ! Clean & check in was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home
This home was perfect for our family vacation! We had three families and each had their own bedroom and bathroom along with bunk bed and crib which came in handy for the kids. The kitchen was beautiful and had everything we needed. Even though the community pool was wonderful, it was so nice to have a pool at our home. It was enjoyed by the kids and adults alike and it was very clean! We also used the outdoor grill which was nice for quick lunches. The golf cart was a must for a small rental fee and was used on a regular basis to enjoy trips to the beach, nearby restaurants , shops and of course trips to get ice cream! Mary from Destin Beach VIP was outstanding to work with and was just a text message away if we needed anything or had any questions! We would highly recommend this safe and gated community home for a Destin Beach vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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