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Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin

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Beach
Beach
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 681.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Destin Beaches
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin

Remodeled October 2018:
*New porcelain tile throughout unit, new kitchen countertops & backsplash, new bathroom vanities
*New living room sofa & chair, dining table & chairs and bar stools (August 2018)
*Unit painted (May 2017)
*New Simmons Beauty Rest Pillow top Mattress in Master, new blackout drapes in master, some new knick knacks and wall hangings (Sept. 2016)
*New Bedroom Group, 50" Flat Screen-Smart TV, Wifi, New Art Work and Appliances (2014)
Pelican Beach Resort has more amenities than any other facility on the Emerald Coast - Gulf Front Tiki Bar - Indoor Heated Pool & 2 Outdoor Pools & 2 Hot Tubs - BBQ Area - Exercise Room - On-Site Store & Deli - This is a Beach front unit - directly on the gulf
Pelican Beach Resort has become one of the most sought-after vacation resorts on the Emerald Coast!
The view from the balcony is absolutely incredible!!!
Sit in your living room and look out at the crystal clear waters and sugar white sand that has been voted "Best in the Country" by Southern Living Magazine. The beachside hot tub is also a great place to relax as you enjoy the sunset and the Gulf of Mexico. Let the kids enjoy pizza and have fun in the arcade. Truly a place to return year after year!

*BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR PELICAN BEACH 2 BEDROOM UNIT ON THE 7TH FLOOR - VRBO#2178362! THIS WILL BE COMPLETELY REMODELED AND UPDATED MARCH 2021!*

Beach Policies:
*NOTE - CALL AHEAD TO RESERVE! THE SOONER YOU RESERVE THE MORE LIKELY YOU WILL GET FRONT ROW*

• All beach services are managed by La Dolce Vita under agreement with the Pelican Beach Resort Owners' Association. Policies are applicable to all guests and owners of the resort. Beach set-ups may be rented directly on the beach the day of, based on availability. To reserve a beach setup in advance or for more information, please call or reserve.

• Due to changing tides and weather conditions, beach setup placement may vary without notice.

• The use of personal beach equipment (including chairs, umbrellas, etc.) is allowed, but they cannot be placed in front of beach service setups. Personal beach equipment may be placed in back of setups and may not be left overnight.

• There is a 20' public access easement from the high water line along the entire coastline to allow visitors to walk freely and enjoy the Destin shoreline. We refrain from any chair setups in this area to allow all of our guests plenty of unobstructed access to the water.

Property manager

Shelley Kwiatkowski
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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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

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

About the area

Destin

Located in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin have a pool?

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

Is Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front Beautiful - Pelican Beach 803 - Best Views In Destin located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 87 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

katja k.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nikki M.

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

Great place

Booking was easy! Property has beautiful view and wonderful location. Our only complaint was the electrical outlets, they were loose in wall or didnt work in the living area. Other than that we had a wonderful experience. The cafe on property was exceptional. Wait times for elevator was very short if any. We will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Review

Just like the pictures, owner of the property was very nice and responded to questions right away. Great location, beautiful views, great accommodation- wonderful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Anniversary stay

It was good. Some of the other people staying didn’t follow the rules and the corridor on the floor we stayed in was quite noisy with people and individuals drinking but the room was cozy, and we enjoyed it for the most part.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie D.

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

Perfect!

This location is absolutely perfect! The unit was great and had most of what we needed! We will definitely be back, again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Vacation

On entering the condo there was a strong musty smell. Even on opening doors it did not improve! In the evening at shower time we noticed the drain in the bath was not draining. Once we contacted the owner it was sorted out the following day and all was good after that. We had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Girl trip

We stayed at Pelican Beach a few times . We feel safe there. The staff and security are always pleasant and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

Clean getaway

The property and ground well wll kept and maintained by staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAN L.

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

First time in Destin

We were pleased with how well the property was maintained. All of the pool areas were cleaned thoroughly each morning. The beach area was well taken care of also. When we go back we’ll try to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home! The description of the listing is accurate. Beautiful ocean front view and the room was clean :) Our only issue during the stay, was the resort pools were closed early on our last night because of a rowdy group of kids. Looking back, I wish the security gaurd would've handled the rowdy group (kicking them out) prior to calling the police and closing the resort for ALL PELICAN GUESTS. Tho, this isn't because of the property owner, I did have to reach out to ask for an explanation of the situation since no one would talk to us because we "rented 3rd party and not directly with the Pelican resort." She was very responsive. I would definitely stay again at this property in the future if we go to the Pelican resort again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer W., Gardendale

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

Great location and condo

We had a really nice vacation. The pools and beach were perfection! The condo was nice and very clean when we got there and the main bedroom was comfortable. Only 2 things could have improved our stay. The first was that we arrived 15 minutes early but had to wait with all of our luggage and a 6 year old until the door code worked at 4. Some others may arrive a few minutes early not knowing they will have to wait until exactly 4 pm so having that statement in bold, stern writing in the contract would help. The other thing is that we were only provided 6 towels for a 6 day stay and because there is a private owner, we could not get more towels from the front desk. We had to wash towels in the public laundry 3 times during our stay, just so we could shower. The laundry is very close, but again having that communicated ahead of time would have been helpful. We understood we would have to wash our own clothes, but not the towels that came with the condo. Other than those 2 things, our stay was perfect. The view is lovely and we only had to leave the resort to go eat. Thank you to the owners for having such a clean, cute condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lana M.

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

Girls trip

Very nice place. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chloie W.

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

Great condo with a great view

Comfortable condo with a great view! During our week stay in the mornings and evenings from the balcony we saw dolphins, stingrays, sea turtles and a manatee! Plenty of pools on the property to entertain the kids in the evening and we caught lots of ghost crabs on the beach at night!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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

Clean and convenient.

Our stay here was perfect. The unit itself is clean and updated and right on top of the beach. The café on site and the tiki bar by the pools were super convenient as well, and the food and drinks were very good. The home is also very conveniently located near restaurants, grocery stores, entertainment, and everything else in Destin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robin M.

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

Love staying there

This is our second year staying at Pelican Beach Resort. We love it. GREAT MEMORIES have been made here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

good time

we enjoyed our second stay at Pelican Beach
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Wonderful stay

Very impressed with our stay! Condo very clean, bed was comfortable, not sure I have any negative comments during our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony M., Arcanum

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

Beautiful views/clean cond

Beautiful condo and property, very clean condo and grounds . Great location convenient to most things of interest, only suggestion would be an up dated coffee pot as it did not keep coffe hot , petty I know but important to us .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Hollie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Ocean fun

The check in female staff is rude and not helpful, the young mam was super nice and helpful! The main pool and hot tub have inviting night lights but they find great joy in kicking you out at 7:00. Unit is pretty with great views. However bedding was dirty. Found a contact lense in bed ans fresh stains. Remote nor Tv in master room works correctly. Master bed is super lumpy and majorily dips. Bunk beds smell like urin. Has the potential to be amazing and wouldn't say overall dirty but the bedding was definitely dirty. Alot of rules with the AC also. We are from Ohio, we like it cool inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Amy M.

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

Amazing

The condo was clean and decorated so cute! It my family and I had an amazing time. We would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

berat s.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

smells like mold

we got there and the bathroom had a terrible smell the unit was nasty and smelled like mold when
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erinn M.

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

Great Stay

My only negative was there are too Many chairs and umbrellas at this resort to make it enjoyable to relax and see the ocean
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Best location!

So convenient to all the best restaurants in the area. Our kids love it here at the Pelican. We will define back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Shelley Kwiatkowski

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Johnny and wife, Beth, have both been retired for 3 years now. Our retirement is partially funded with our rental properties. Johnny was raised in Dallas, Texas , and Beth in Austin, Texas. Johnny retired after 35 years with Texas Instruments/Raytheon. Beth retired after 25 years of managing her own mortgage company. You likely will be talking to Beth when you call in for reservations. Our co-owners, Jon and Shelley, daughter and son-in-law, will be available for questions when Beth and Johnny are on vacation. We all love the beach and saw Destin for the first time this August, and fell in love with the property , the beach, and the great southern flavor of the residents and cuisine.
Our time is split between managing the rentals and attending all our grandchildren's Volleyball, Football, Baseball and Basketball.

Why they chose this property

We picked this property because it is steps from the sugar white sand beach, the two pools & hot tub, BBQ areas, the beach bar and lastly the deli and sandwich shop. In addition, the property is centrally located to shops, restaurants, pier, Big Kahuna water park and mini golf with other rides . The grocery store is less than 1 mile down the road . There are also various food items and miscellaneous items in the deli shop. Additionally, there is a chair and umbrella service right outside the roped off private beach. Pelican Resort has more amenities than any other resort on the beach.

What makes this property unique

We instantly fell in love with this property when we walked onto the oversized balcony and viewed the beach and ocean. The view took our breath away. We have traveled all over the world and have seen many beaches, and we believe that this view is at the top of our list. Swimming in the ocean is quite pleasant, as the waves and undertow are minimal.

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English

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