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Hakuna Matata - Luxury Beach Front Vacation House with Private Pool on 30A - Five Star Properties Destin/30A
Hakuna Matata - Luxury Beach Front Vacation House with Private Pool on 30A - Five Star Properties Destin/30A
Hakuna Matata - Luxury Beach Front Vacation House with Private Pool on 30A - Five Star Properties Destin/30A
Hakuna Matata - Luxury Beach Front Vacation House with Private Pool on 30A - Five Star Properties Destin/30A
Hakuna Matata - Luxury Beach Front Vacation House with Private Pool on 30A - Five Star Properties Destin/30A

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 18408.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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Panama City Beach, FL
  • Seacrest Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Alys Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rosemary Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

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Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool!

Hakuna Matata - Beach Front Vacation Rental with Private Pool in Seacrest Beach
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Favorite Features:
- Gulf Front
- Private Saltwater Pool
- Private Beach Access
- Grill on Property
- 4 Included Bikes
- 2 Sets of Beach Backpack Chairs Included

More about Hakuna Matata:
Hakuna Matata is an eight bedroom, private gulf front Destin vacation rental in Seacrest, along the beautiful stretch of 30A. Boasting a custom in-ground saltwater pool, gulf views, private beach access, and a carriage house, this house epitomizes the relaxed, problem-free philosophy after which it is named.

Guests will be greeted to the second floor of the Main House to an open living area with gulf views. The living room has seating for six, and a large flat screen TV. There is also a sunroom that overlooks the Gulf located just off the living area. The sunroom has seating for five and serves as the entrance way to a private balcony through one door, or to the private beach access through another. The kitchen has all stainless steel appliances, including a wine cooler and an icemaker. The formal dining area has seating for eight and additional seating for four is available on bar stools. The Master Suite on the second floor of the Main House boasts stellar Gulf views, a King bed, a flat-screen TV, a walk-in closet, and French doors leading to a private porch with Gulf views. Also located on the second floor of the Main House is a ½ bath and a laundry room with GE appliances.

The first floor of the Main House hosts three King Suites and the outdoor oasis. The outdoor space includes a private in-ground saltwater pool*, seating for 14, two outdoor showers, a private beach access walkway, and a grill. The pool area is surrounded by greenery that creates a feeling of privacy, even though the beach is only steps away! *Please note that the fire pit depicted in photos by the pool is not available for guest use.* The first King suite on the first floor has a King bed, a flat-screen TV, a walk-in closet, private pool patio access, and a large full bath with a walk-in shower. The second King Suite has a King bed, a flat-screen TV, private pool patio access, and a full bath with a shower/tub combo. The final King Suite on the first floor of the Main House is complete with a flat-screen TV.

The carriage house of “Hakuna Matata” hosts an additional full kitchen, four more Suites, 3.5 baths, and a wet bar. The first floor of the carriage house has two King Suites, a Bunk Room, a laundry room, and two full baths. The Bunk Room sleeps four on four twin beds and also has a flat-screen TV. The second floor of the carriage has a large outdoor balcony offering Gulf views, a full kitchen, a living room, a formal dining area, a King Suite, and a full bath. The open living area has seating for five, a flat-screen TV, and a BluRay player. The full kitchen is complete with Kenmore appliances and the formal dining area has seating for eight, while additional seating for two is available on barstools. The King Suite is complete with a flat-screen TV and a full bath. Also located on the second floor of the carriage house is a half bath and a wet bar with an icemaker.

Hakuna Matata is a property dedicated to this relaxed, problem-free philosophy. When you are a guest at this home, it is not just a philosophy; it is a way of life. This 8BD/6.5BA home boasts a carriage house, a private saltwater pool, a bar area, and gulf views. This property is perfect for large parties or multi-family vacations!

Outside Area and Pool
-Private in-ground pool, outdoor seating for 14, two outdoor showers, porch swing, grill
-Please note that the fire pit depicted in photos is not available for guest use
-Private beach access
*Pool heat is available for an additional charge.

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Property manager

Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals
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Languages

English

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets Allowed with $175 fee. Limit 2 dogs. Maximum weight: 30 lbs. each.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Panama City Beach

Located in Panama City Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Pier Park, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach. Frank Brown Park and Sundog Books are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Panama City Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Seacrest Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alys Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rosemary Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • South Walton Beaches - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Carillon Beach - 9 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Panama City, FL (ECP-Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Big Chill 30A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shades - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪George's at Alys Beach - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Big Bad Breakfast Inlet Beach - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool! have a pool?

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

Is Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxe Vacation Gulf-Front 30A Vacation Home w/ Guest House & Pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Panama City Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Seacrest Beach and Alys Beach. Rosemary Beach and Camp Creek Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Treacherous

This property checks a lot of boxes. Great set up. Great location. Nice pool. Gulf front. But… this property is in desperate need of some attention. Within an hour of arrival , the bunk latter rung broke in half with my 4 year old grandson. The next day, a step down to the beach was so rotten that it broke in half with my daughter. The railing on the upstairs balcony was cracked in half and held together with strapping. The internet was very antiquated and unreliable. The property manager was attentive and had it patched quickly. There were other issues such as a broken dryer, and a malfunctioning shower head. We have paid the same price point for a much nicer property in the same area. I would choose another property next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect location!! House has a lot of issues!! Outdoor furniture is in terrible shape!! Lots of bugs

The house has a lot of bugs In downstairs bedrooms and a lot of mold around windows and doors! The pool was great but the pavers around the pool cut up everybody’s feet and toes! They are uneven and need to be fixed! The furniture outside was in terrible shape and in the pics we saw when we rented the property it looked nice with several umbrellas outside but only one Umbrella was present by the pool and one on the upper deck that was broken into and the maintenance guy said someone had broken it and it had not been replaced! If you happen to look under any furniture it was disgusting with Dust, trash and even a dirty qtip was coated with layers of dust. We had a leaking faucet in the kitchen and a dishwasher that did not clean very well and the oven racks did not fit and kept falling when we put food to cook on them! A board going up the stairs when we got there was very loose so the maintenance guy fixed it along with a sink that was stopped up and a shower that held water! Other than that we absolutely had the best time and did not want to complain because the view and ocean and pool were so amazing!! For the amount you’re charging to have this place clean it was extremely disappointing! I even asked the cleaning lady as we were leaving today why they did such a bad job cleaning and she said they only get paid to do deep cleaning twice a year and only do surface quick cleanings!! All of these things I think you need to know so that you can correct it for the next person that stays there because someone will not be as nice as we are about the situation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Don't Worry Be Happy

Our stay @ Hakuna Matata (06/17-24/2017) has been wonderful, in spite of TS Cindy who tried to spoil our vacay. This beautiful home away from home has totally won us over. The comfortable carriage house and fabulous main house is perfect for my group of 18 "mostly" adults! I spent mornings in the sunroom with other early risers enjoying the stunning view of the gulf and a good cup of coffee. Hakuna Matata comes equipped with everything from beach toys to Keurig Coffee Makers, ice machines, wifi and much more. We are a family who loves to cook so the grills outside and TWO great kitchens fit us perfectly. The beach view is great and we spent plenty of time on our "private beach" when TS Cindy took a breather! The pool and two raised decks, wonderful shaded area around the pool offered great places for us to gather, relax, cool down and picnic. All in all the house is perfect. I do have to mention the stairs up from ground level and then out to the beach might be a bit much for elders or peeps who need assistance. Plenty of parking, great garage and courtyard between main and carriage house are extras we appreciated. Our management company was the best to work with from reservation, maintenance and concierge. Thank you for a great vacation. We will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis V.

Wonderful, private location!

This home is located on the beach next to a private green space and a well landscape area on the other side, very private in the mist of a busy area, we live in a rural area and this was perfect. It was a very short safe bike ride to downtown for the teens, seems to be where the kids hang out a few hours a day. This home accommodates large groups, with two homes, each with 4 bed rooms, 4 king in main home with 2 master suites, and a shared bath between the other kings. Kitchen is well equipped but bring sharp knives if you plan on making meals. The second home has a small view of ocean, because it sits behind the main house but has two king master suites and a two bed bunk room for kids , our kids loved it. The king and bunk share a bath. There is a laundry in each home. Never used this homes kitchen, was small, but looked adequate for preparing breakfast and lunch. We have rented several homes for vacation, my only disappointment was there were no coffee filters, I know it's a small thing but your first morning and no coffee, you have to go out and buy them instead of enjoying your view, for a few pennies they could supply coffee pot filters. In all the homes I've rented there were always filters and grounds for the first pot of coffee. We rented a cabana and chairs, they set up daily on beach for us, it's about 75 stairs to beach, and I don't think the home had beach chairs. Long haul for adults. The home has a private pool, looks small but is adequate and nice pool lounge chairs, and is sheltered from the wind. Five Star is first class, we had a non working hand mixer sent an email and was replaced in hours on a Sunday, also had a TV that did not work after a big storm and they replaced it the same day with a new one, that's service. We would rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Al

Great location for large family gatherings. Beautiful view and many amenities. Kitchen is made for entertaining. Perfect choice.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

Perfect beach vacation spot

We had a family reunion at this property in May and it was the perfect spot. There were lots of gathering places and also places to get away from it all. The kitchen is very well equiped and there was room for people to cook together which was fun. The private beach was beautiful and gently sloping with clear blue water and soft white sand. There are also lots of shops and restaurants nearby. I would definitely recommend this house for a group to rent for a fabulous vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

charlie s.

Great Family Home

5 Star Beach vacations is an excellent rental and management company. Superb communication and responsiveness. This home worked great for our large family gathering and the location was perfect.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Home for Entertaining!

Hakuna Matata- This house was the reason for our unbelievable vacation and memories! Our whole party of 16 loved every second of our stay here. The Gulf views from the sunroom windows were absolutely breathtaking and the extremely secluded private backyard was PERFECT for entertaining! From the private beach access to the saltwater pool this was an outstanding vacation that had a little bit for everyone. It offered many exciting amenities, as well as, an extremely relaxed feel that you just can’t get anywhere else.

About the host

Hosted by Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

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Five Star Properties is more than just a name. We are a provider of premier luxury Destin and 30A Vacation Rentals and first-class service to our guests. Our inventory includes the finest beachfront houses, ocean view houses with a private pool, and oceanfront condos along the Emerald Coast. Our beach houses and condos can be found in the most desired beachside communities such as Holiday Isle, Crystal Beach, Dunes of Destin, 1900 98, Destiny by the Sea, Silver Shells Resort, Gulf Pines, Frangista Beach, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Dune Allen Beach, Grayton Beach, Seagrove Beach, and WaterColor, FL.
Additionally, we offer a selection of smaller, budget-friendly beach houses and condos in our Bliss Beach Rentals inventory. With Bliss, our focus is providing the same luxury vacation experience and level of service on a smaller scale. With Five Star and Bliss you can find event-friendly, wedding-friendly, and even pet-friendly homes to match any size beach vacation!

As a Vrbo Premier Host, we strive to provide an unmatched level of guest service. Whether you book a 9-bedroom house from Five Star or a 2-bedroom beach condo from Bliss, we guarantee our guests the same luxury vacation experience and hands-on customer service.
Each guest is provided with a welcome gift, and access to exceptional amenities which are unique to each property. Plus,
our Guest Services team is local (located in Miramar Beach, Florida), and can provide a quick response to any question or issue that may arise, any time of day. In addition, we have an in-house maintenance team and cleaning crews who can quickly address any guest emergencies. Our exclusive Guest Portal gives each guest access to all means of communication with our team, as well as an area guide to nearby dining, shopping, services, and attractions. It's no wonder Five Star has been voted Best in Destin two years in a row!

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English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests