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Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA.

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Outdoor dining
Interior
West end unit has 3 side windows looking down the beach plus the 14' Gulf facing
View of beach to the east from 30' Balcony
LOW DENSITY BEACH SERVICE

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8132.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Henderson Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA.


If you are coming to the beach, stay ON THE BEACH and it doesn’t get any better than Destin Gulfgate #401.

Located on the EAST end of the 5th floor, DG 401 has side windows in the kitchen, dining room and living room for AWESOME VIEWS DOWN THE BEACH, day and night, along with 14’ WALLS OF GLASS in both the living room and in the master bedroom--FACING THE BEACH AND THE BEAUTIFUL BEACH WATERS AND WHITE SAND. There is nothing between the 30’ x 8’ balcony railing and the Gulf of America but sand, sea oats and footprints in the sand. FREE BEACH CHAIR SETUP includes two chairs and an umbrella from March through Thanksgiving.

Destin Gulfgate is a 66 unit family oriented gated condominium located in the middle of Destin, of Hwy 98, on 465’ OF PRIVATE BEACH. Come see for yourself why this family-friendly, gated condominium is a repeat favorite year after year! When you tire of the beach, there is a gulf side pool and fitness center,

Being on the east end, away from the elevators, means more privacy and quiet time. Located on the 5th floor, this unit has the advantage of being able to see the beach even when you are sitting in the living room. The unit is decorated in relaxing blue beach colors and décor to give a real Florida cottage feel…this is the beach after all! This custom floorplan is one of the largest 2 bed room floorplans in Destin with 1430 Sq Ft heated and cooled, in addition to the 30’ PRIVATE BALCONY where you can enjoy the beach and watch the fun even if you don’t want to be in the sand. The balcony has plenty of seating, including a dining table, bar top table to watch the dolphins and two loungers to catch morning or afternoon sun.

A large fully stocked kitchen with granite countertops makes it easy to dine in the condo rather than eating out all the time. Other amenities include Keurig, air fryer, TV, Kitchen bar, cell phone charging station. You will also enjoy having a full size ice machine in the wet bar with plenty of ice for sipping those cold drinks. There is seating at the kitchen bar in addition to seating at the dining room table. Adjoining the kitchen is a laundry room with full size washer and dryer.

The Master Bedroom opens to the balcony with its own 14’ wall of floor-to- ceiling glass. It has a KING bed with pillowtop mattress and a huge mirrored closet. , Adjoining the MBR is a private bathroom with double sink, granite topped vanity and a beautiful 6’ walk in shower. The second bedroom suite hosts
2 QUEEN BEDS and can have a private entrance to the second bath with a tub/shower. Both bedrooms have SMART FLAT SCREEN TV’S and BLUERAY PLAYERS.
The Living/Dining area is 15’ x 29.’ The sofa is a Queen Sleeper Sofa for additional sleeping accommodations. There is a 65” SMART SCREEN TV plus Blu Ray player. The owners provide Netflix and Amazon Prime movies. There is also a music player with which to plays your own music. You can pair your cell phone music app to the entertainment system to provide music through the speakers instead of your tiny cell phone speaker. The unit 401 is TILED THROUGHOUT with 16’ diagonal tiles.

Destin Gulfgate is centrally located, just two miles from Florida’s largest charter boat fishing fleet and Harborwalk Village and seven miles from Silver Sands Designer Factory Stores, one of the Southeast’s largest designer outlets malls. And if you can’t find it there, the Destin Commons and Grand Boulevard will have it. Shopping is certified vacation activity here! The condo is within walking distance to THE TRACK AMUSEMENT PARK AND MINI-GOLF and a half a mile from Big Kahuna Water Slide Amusement Park. Also within 100 yards of the condo down the sidewalk is the BACK PORCH restaurant, the Candy Shop and Ruth Chris Steak House or Merlin’s Pizza. Grocery stores are just a short drive away- Winn Dixie, Target, WalMart, and the new and beautiful Publix. And if golf is your thing, there are 15 golf courses in the area to drive to. So you see, Destin Gulfgate is centrally located so you don’t have to be stuck in the traffic.

Condo rules—No pets; No smoking; Parent is required to be an occupant if the party includes singles under age of 25.

This vacation unit is normally available for rent to non-smoking families (no unaccompanied singles under 25) for WEEKLY rentals during prime season. Occasional stays less than a week are available in the off season or last minute-check with us to be sure our housekeeper (who is VERY good) can accommodate.
Check in time is around 2 and check out time is 10 AM.

Property manager

Roland and Pat Guidry
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 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
A parent must be one of the occupants if the party includes singles under age 25

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Morgan Sports Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Henderson Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA.?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Destin Gulfgate 401 XLG Beach Front 2BR 2BA. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within a 10-minute walk of The Track Family Recreation Center and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Henderson Beach State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Fall Break Getaway

Upon arrival we found the unit to be clean, spacious, and very comfortable. It is in a great location to local restaurants and entertainment. The host was very welcoming in giving personal recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and housing

We loved this property and plan to book with them again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo!

We had a wonderful stay. The owner Roland was very welcoming & helpful. The condo is fantastic, clean, kitchen has everything that you may need, great washer & dryer. Beautiful balcony. Close to restaurants. And the beach is lovely. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic ocean views and beautiful beach

Centrally located property with fantastic ocean views and a beautiful private beach. Owners made the whole process, from booking to our stay, easy with lots of communication. Our family had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view!

We loved our 4 night vacation here. The owner was super accommodating and exceptional with communication and tips for our trip! We loved the place and loved the views. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Views!

This condo had amazing views and great location! It was comfortable and just what we were looking for for our girls trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin Gulf Gate 2023 Family Vacation

Property was very clean, the beach and ocean was awesome. Beach chairs were at the same spot everyday. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Velma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Location could not have been better. Extra large balcony is amazing and loved the smaller crowds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We appreciated Roland's communication. The place was very clean and had everything we needed for a great family vacation! Thank you Roland and Pat!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Roland went above and beyond to make sure we had a great trip - making recommendations and checking in. We look forward to staying here again. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Destin location!

Very clean, beautiful furnishings, large balcony deck spanning the living area and MBR overlooking the gulf. Gorgeous views of sunrises and sunsets from the balcony. Friendly, easy checkin. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

I can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay was! Mr. Guidry, gave us some great places to eat. Our Condo, was clean and had everything we needed. We loved that the beach wasn’t crowded. Thanks again for the relaxing trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DG 401

Condo was great. Owners were great as well. Arrival was easy, & even got to check-in earlier than expected. Area is perfect, & had perfect weather to go along with everything. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

DG 401

This has been the best experience I have ever had with owners of a property. Roland and Pat were very involved from the moment I made the reservations. The condo was very nice. Roland left very user friendly instructions on all electronics. I would definitely stay with them again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Perfect location, as described

The owner, Roland, really went above and beyond to ensure our stay was enjoyable. Everything was as described and we had everything we needed for our family of 7 to enjoy the beach during Springbreak. We will definitely return to Gulfgate 401!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property!

Destin Gulfgate 401 is an excellent property. The building is beautiful. It has a large private beach. Everything about the place was amazing from easy parking, fast elevators that were never crowded or busy, along with easy access to the beach (the owner provides umbrella and chair service) and pool area. Mr. Roland Guidry, the owner is wonderful. He communicated and made the whole process super easy! Unit 401 was perfect in ever way. The unit is very spacious and was immaculately clean. The kitchen was well equipped and the ice maker was an added bonus. The beds were very comfortable. Televisions were large and the owner even provided his Netflix account for use. I can’t recommend this unit enough! We will definitely be returning to this unit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations

We really enjoyed our stay. The owner went above and beyond to answer all our questions and concerns, and even accommodated our travel plan changes. The unit has amazing views of the ocean. Private beach made it easy to always have a comfortable spot for our family, and it’s location for as close to all our Destin favorites like the boardwalk, Back Porch and Commons Area. The unit came fully equipped with everything we needed and then some. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family week in Destin

We had a great stay! Loved being right on the beach. Loved that there were liquid soaps at every sink instead of bar soap. They included 1 roll of paper towels for the kitchen and 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom which we ran out of, but Walmart and Target were close enough to grab more. They included a dishwasher tablet for each night, but we ran out of plates and forks several time so we bought some paper plates. The condo also came with some assorted spices and seasonings which saved us from buying those. All in all a great week, but we did have 7 people so expected having to purchase extra paper goods. Also never had any issues running out of hot water with all the showers, dishes, and laundry. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulfgate

We had an awesome week at Gulfgate in Destin. The unit had a balcony and great view of the beach and ocean. Beach service for 2 was included in our stay, so we didn't have to lug chairs across the beach each day. The kids enjoyed the heated pool each afternoon. The unit was clean and spacious with a small kitchen area that we utilized daily. Bonuses that were much appreciated: washer and dryer in the unit, icemaker, and (seems like a minor detail, but it was much appreciated) handsoap at kitchen and bathroom faucets. We would definitely stay here again should the opportunity arise.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S., HUNTSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent November getaway

My mom and I had a wonderful and relaxing time staying in this condo. It was easy to find with Roland’s detailed directions and the check in was a breeze as well. The building the condo is in itself is very well kept, quiet, and secure, and while the condo isn’t the newest on the block, it is carefully maintained, clean, and comfortable to stay in. You really can’t beat the view or the corner unit!! We also enjoyed the outdoor seating area, pool, and short walk to the beach. The location was perfect for our needs, nestled perfectly between all our favorite restaurants and only a short drive to other Destin activities like the outlets, Baytown Wharf, and the harbor (it’s also very close to kids activities like water parks). We will absolutely be repeat customers and can’t wait for our next trip to beautiful destin.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hollie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation!

This condo was perfect for our family of 4! There was plenty of space for everyone, including the separate suites. We felt the condo included lots of little extras that just made life easier, such as a fully stocked kitchen, the sharing closet, coolers, and the ice maker was definitely an added bonus. Roland was on point with his communication. He came to meet us, gave us a quick tour of the place and showed us how everything worked. We loved his suggestion list and tried several, which ended up being our favorites. He even texted to be on the lookout for a nearby manatee, which we saw and was the highlight of our trip! The place was clean and the private beach was awesome for a less crowded experience. We would definitely recommend and will definitely book again the next time we visit Destin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip K., Belton, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great as always

Our family has been staying at Destin Gulfgate every year for over 10 years. This was our first stay with Colonel Guidry. Very nice and well equipped with everything you need and very spacious. We really liked the layout as each bedroom was it's own suite and you did not have to walk out into the living area to go into the bathroom from the bedrooms or there was not a door leading into the living room from the bathroom, which makes it private, while at the same time being able to shut the bedroom doors still allowing access to the bathrooms. This is an end unit which we like and the access to the exit stairs was great instead of using the elevator. Colonel Guidry was great to deal with and very responsive to our questions. It was actually our pleasure to meet him, looking forward for our return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location. Beach being private to condo owners and guest made it awesome and not crowed.

Great experience overall. Loved the location and the owner was very nice. I think I could have skipped the tour of the condo and how things work but it did provide for some information on local events and ideas for places to visit. Also loved that they provided beach service as well. I would recommend that the clean staff do a little better job. Some out of eye sight places needs cleaned and dusted. Also a bathing suit was left hanging on the back of our bathroom door. Nothing to complain about in my opinion. Everything in condo worked but we hardly used anything other then the TV in the living room and laundry machines. I would stay here again and recommend to anyone wanting to visit Destin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect for quick getaway

Owner was very responsive and easy to work with, genuinely concerned that everything was perfect, and it was! Well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels, pillows, cd's and dvd's, even a few games. Owner prepaid for beach service during our stay, and left his netflix account logged in. Staff at the condo were friendly and helpful, elevators quick, and overall facility well-kept. Walking distance to mini-golf, souvenir store, the back porch restaurant, and henderson beach. Private beach area was much less crowded than condos either direction. Easy drive to the commons in one direction, and the harbor area in the other direction. No place is perfect, and so in the spirit of leaving an honest review, I'll only mention that the toilet paper dispensers in the restrooms were only about 12 inches off the floor and hard to reach. Kind of odd, but other than that, no issues whatsoever. We would definitely stay in this unit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding Condo on the Gulf!

My wife, son and I stayed in this unit for seven nights and it was great! The unit has a fantastic view overlooking the ocean and exceeded our expectations that were already pretty high. The condo is spacious with plenty of room for a large family or multiple couples and is well equipped with everything that we needed from linens to kitchen supplies. The patio is roomy and large enough to relax on at night with family and eat breakfast on the patio table. Overlooking the ocean, this was a top feature after we got in each night. Wireless connectivity was reliable and included in the rental as were beach chairs for two along with an umbrella that the staff set up each morning. The owner supplied extra beach chairs in his storage area if needed. Perhaps to most of us renting such properties, the condo is very clean with nice furnishings. We didn't watch a lot of television but there are three flat screen televisions in the condo. The owner called to make sure that everything was in working order and he made coordination of arrival and departure extremely easy.

About the host

Hosted by Roland and Pat Guidry

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I was the one who initiated, named, planned, designed, marketed, and initially managed Destin Gulfgate condo, as well as being one of the developers. And as one of the developers and the designer, I made unit 401 unique. It is designed as two separate private suites and is one of a handful on units with both a 6' jacuzzi tub in one bath and a 6' walkin shower in the other. 401 is also a corner unit with more privacy and side windows.

Why they chose this property

Destin, Florida has the most beautiful beaches in the world. Also, every unit directly faces the beach and the building is closer to the water than any other condo other than those built 35 years ago when building could be placed closer.

What makes this property unique

460 feet of beach for only 65 units of which a little over half are vacation rental units. Close to everything, including walking distance to the Back Porch and a breakfast restaurant.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests