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We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels

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Dining to living room
Sandy Heels - on the corner-steps to the beach access
Sandy Heels private pool
Beach Access is steps away
Pool with its lights on

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Destin, FL
  • James Lee Beach
    2 min walk
  • Miramar Beach
    6 min walk
  • James Lee Park
    8 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    11 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Carriage House Bedroom

1 King Bed

Carriage House Living Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom 1-1st Floor

2 Queen Beds

Guest Bedroom 2-1st Floor

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 3-1st Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom 1-2nd Floor

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2-2nd Floor

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

7 bathrooms

Carriage House Bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1-1st Floor

Guest Bathroom 2-1st Floor

Guest Bathroom 3-1st Floor

Guest Bathroom 4-3rd Floor

Master Bathroom 1-2nd Floor

Master Bathroom 2-2nd Floor

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels

Top Reasons to Book this Incredible Home:

* Private Beach Access Directly Across the Street🏖️
* Private Pool (heated for add'l fee)
* Pet-Friendly Property 🐾 (Add'l $250 fee for 1st pet; extra $100 for 2nd pet)
* 6 Bikes 🚲Included
* Carriage House has Kitchen
* 2 Masters with Jetted Tubs
* 4 King Bedrooms
* Each bedroom has an ensuite bath!
* Partial Gulf Views from the Balconies
* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below
* Just 1.7 miles from Destin Commons
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

**This property does not allow parties of adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. **

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs from November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

Sandy Heels is a lovely 6 bedroom, 7 bath home with a private pool and right across the street from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico in the exclusive Crystal Beach neighborhood of Destin. Enjoy the spacious wrap-around balconies for lounging around and taking in the views. On the first floor, you will find 3 bedrooms, one with 2 queens and 2 twin mattresses, 1 with a king bed, and another bedroom with a double/single daybed. On the 2nd floor, you will find a king master bedroom and another king with sleeper sofa master bedroom. On the third floor, you will find your kitchen, dining area, and living room. Plenty of space to entrain your family and friends. The carriage house has one bedroom and a full bath with a fully equipped kitchenette. Sandy Heels is the perfect spacious home to gather your family and friends together and make lasting memories.

* MAX 2 Pets allowed - Must be 30lbs or less.

Bed Set Up:

1st Floor:
Guest Bedroom 1: 2 Queen Beds

Guest Bedroom 2: King Bed

Guest Bedroom 3: Double/Single Daybed

2nd Floor:
Master Bedroom 1: King Bed

Master Bedroom 2: King Bed + Queen Sleeper Sofa

Carriage House:
Bedroom: King Bed

Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

*Although there are sleeping accommodations for 20 guests, the maximum occupancy of this home is 16 guests.*

Area Attractions: 

Whether you spend your day at the nearby Big Kahuna's Water Park, on the golf course, deep sea fishing, parasailing, or shopping at the terrific Destin Outlet Malls, there’s also a robust nightlife with nearby clubs, including Sundestin’s onsite bar and restaurant with great home-made food.

Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest!  Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

If you are near Miramar Beach, the snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Dolphin Reef, deployed in 2017.  Located just 685 feet straight out from the Miramar Regional Public Beach Access (by Pompano Joe's), it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Dolphin Reef is at a depth of 12-20 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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

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

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. While the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 8 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 3 min drive
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - Destin - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels have a pool?

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

Is We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is We❤️Snowbirds-Private Pool-Bikes-Steps to Beach-Pet Friendly🐾6BR Sandy Heels located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. James Lee Park and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Loukisha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
It was a very nice home in a great location right across from the beach. Our family and friends enjoyed their stay as well. I would recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious Home with private beach access
This place is literally across the street from the beach with private beach access. Chair rentals are available on the private beach. Private beach access was worth it! Public access down the road was very crowded unlike the private beach. The home is better in person than the photos. Each room has its own bathroom and shower. Beds were comfortable and the house was clean. Kitchen was equipped for cooking. We cooked every night and had plenty of room for our crew of 9 adults. If you’re on the fence about this place, BOOK IT! You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property in Great Location
If you are looking for a larger home in a great location, this property is an excellent choice. Had an opportunity to meet the cleaning crew (we arrived a little early) and could tell them took their jobs very seriously. House was extremely clean despite the short turnaround on a VERY LARGE house. Location to dining and shopping is perfect. While we didn't use the beach access across the street, The Crab Trap and Public Beach access is a short drive away. We decided to go there as we love the convenience of being able to eat and have drinks nearby. Thanks for a great vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne N., Colleyville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
Directly across the street from the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend getaway!
We had the best time with our friends enjoying the beach and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan B.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
High price. Low delivery
No problems in renting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nagarajan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious place right across from beach.
Had a great time renting this property Large kitchen , dinning with spacious living space on 3rd floor with view to beach. Easy access to the beach right across the street. The property manager was very responsive to any of our questions and made our stay comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip!!!
This is my first time ever renting a house through VRBO, and it was a great experience! Ashley was always very quick to respond. The house was clean and the beach access was right across from the house. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Overall the place was great. We enjoyed the house, the pool and being across the street from the beach. The view and the breeze from the top balcony was amazing. We had a large group and this was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Letha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house
I wish i had a few more days just to enjoy the house. All the beds were super comfortable! Very spacious! The pictures are great but the house looks 100x better in person. The house is literally right on the beach.. you can view the ocean from the kitchen balcony. Loved it ! We really enjoyed ourselves! This is definitely a go to home in Destin !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
The home was beautiful and had everything in it that we needed. The beach was right across the street and surrounded by everything didn't have to drive that far to any place. I love this home and the host Ashley was the best the whole time stayed checking on us and made sure we were good!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

aparna k., INDIANA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect getaway
This house is large enough to accommodate our big group of 24!. Plenty of personal space is there. Also there are open areas as well to hang out with friends. Location is just perfect, will visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

JILL Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home for groups.
I just finished my trip to this house with a large group of friends. The house is beautiful, spacious, in an amazing location, and exactly what we were looking for. I have absolutely no negatives to say about this home, and I highly recommend renting this home for your next large-group trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by RealJoy Vacations

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Real Joy Vacations is a professional property management company located in Destin, Florida. We provide Vacation Rentals in Destin, Okaloosa Island, SanDestin, 30A, and Panama City Beach! Something for everyone! We have Affordable family rentals as well as Beachfront Condos and Luxury Homes with Pools! Grab your swimsuit and enjoy the spectacular emerald green water and sugar white sands of Northwest Florida! By utilizing the latest technology to provide our guests with timely property updates and having maintenance available 24/7 at the tap of a button, we help to provide you with a stress-free stay. The cleanliness of our properties is a high priority. Providing keyless entries so you don’t have to fumble with keys is for your ultimate security. We price competitively, and above all, want you to enjoy your experience. Let us put the Real Joy into your vacation!

Why they chose this property

The Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida is an amazing destination for your beach vacation! Sugar white sands and emerald green waters await. Whether your idea of relaxation is people watching on a beachfront balcony or being right in the middle of the action, we can help you find the vacation property that’s right for you. Our maintenance team, on call 24/7, and our friendly staff will help you to have a wonderful trip!

What makes this property unique

Real Joy Vacations manages properties to fit all budgets! Whether you are looking for a beachfront location, a luxury home with a private pool, or would like a budget-friendly, walk to the beach option, we have properties in all shapes and sizes! Our offerings are fantastic for families because they give you room to spread out. With substantially more space than the average hotel room, most of our properties offer separate living areas, full kitchens, and washer/dryers. Our guests can cook their own meals if they wish and launder their things if needed. You can count on the Real Joy team’s extensive property management experience. From our excellent customer service reps to our cleaning crew, we want you to have a wonderful stay.

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