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SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill

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404 Emerald Dunes
404 Emerald Dunes
Living Area
Living Area
Dining seating

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8119.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill

Emerald Dunes #404 in Destin brought to you by Beach Blue Properties.
Beach Service available for rent seasonally (March - October)

Exclusively located through a private gated entry in the Crystal Beach area of Destin, Emerald Dunes is a premier destination for vacationers seeking a relaxing, uncrowded beach experience. With only 6 stories and 27 units, Emerald Dunes is known for its unsurpassed beach location, sparkling blue swimming pool (seasonally heated), bubbling hot tub, and outdoor gas grilling facilities.

Emerald Dunes 404 is centrally located right in the heart of this exclusive beachfront destination. This three bedroom residence has been professionally remodeled and offers dazzling views of the glistening gulf waters that extend as far as one can see. The furnishings are both elegant and stylish, which provides a decidedly upscale ambiance. The main living area has plenty of cushy seating for everyone, a flat panel HDTV, and sliding glass doors that graciously lead out onto the breezy beachfront balcony. The dining area offers a generously sized wood dining table, six chairs and additional bar seating. The open kitchen is designed with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and is fully equipped with everything needed to whip up a delicious meal.

Our master bedroom features a comfortable king sized bed sitting adjacent to a picture window which offers a seriously impressive view of the emerald waters of the Gulf. The en suite master bathroom has a dressing vanity area, an additional vanity, an oversized shower with custom tile work, and a whirlpool bathtub. There is a beautifully decorated guest bedroom with a king bed, brand new mattress (Fall 2024), a flat panel HDTV, and comfortable seating. The bunk room offers a twin bed, a full bed, a trundle twin bed, and a flat panel HDTV. Both guest bedrooms share a full hallway bathroom. For your convenience, there is a stackable front load washer and dryer located in the unit.

Crystal Beach in Destin is named for the unique composition of pure shimmering quartz crystal sands that makes The Emerald Coast world renowned. The sparkling sugar white sandy shore borders the ever changing translucent, emerald toned waters of the Gulf. Crystal Beach is on Scenic Gulf Drive and borders the Destiny community towards the East and the expansive Henderson Beach State Park towards the West. This convenient Crystal Beach location is just blocks away from the upscale shopping village of Destin Commons complete with a myriad of designer clothing shops, specialty boutiques, restaurants and a state of the art Multiplex Theater. A Publix Grocery Store and other shops and restaurants are also close by. Within short driving distance are the shops and restaurants at Harborwalk Village and the Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin® Resort. Beach service available for $45 / day with Barefoot Beach Service./

For a truly memorable and relaxing beach vacation, spend some time at 404 Emerald Dunes! The white sand, sun and waves are waiting! *Please note that Emerald Dunes is a non-smoking property.

CANCELLATION: Reservations that are cancelled more than 30 days prior to the arrival date receive a full refund. Reservations cancelled 14-29 days prior to arrival receive a refund of 50% of the amount paid. Reservations cancelled within 14 days of arrival receive no refund unless the guest purchased travel insurance. Guests are required to complete a rental agreement by electronic signature within 3 days of booking.

NOTE: The total reservation cost includes the nightly rate, clean fee, damage waiver, transportation fee (for select properties), processing fee and tax. By requesting a quote for this property, you agree to be added to our email subscription list.

Property manager

Elise Watson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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
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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 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 deadlock

About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this condo is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets 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 Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SPRING BREAK Rate Reduced! 3BR Dazzling Gulf View! Beach, Pool-Hot Tub, Grill located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach condo building is just steps away from Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Commons are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
We are a family of 6 and it was the perfect size and location for us all to enjoy! We will defiantly stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
The view was amazing! Loved being close to the beach. Grandkids loved the pool and hot tub. Had to buy dishwasher soap, garbage bags and toilet paper, not an issue just would have been nice to know for our Walmart order.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

4th Year and Still Loving It
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this place, it has everything we need, a gorgeous view and the perfect location. We’ve stayed in this unit 4 years in a row and can’t imagine staying anywhere else!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Great location!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay! The condo was very clean! We loved that the beach wasn’t crowded at this location, with only 27 units in this condo the beach was very peaceful and not overly full! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location!
This property was perfectly located in Destin. Very close to shops and activities. The beachfront property had a stunning view of the Gulf with pristine white beaches and its own private beach. The condo itself was beautifully decorated and clean. The only down fall was the lack of supplies. For the amount of money that this condo cost I felt the supplies should have been provided. There were only 8 towels for 5 adult people (3 of them woman) and no normal household supplies to get through the stay. If you are driving to this location it might not be such a big deal (you can bring extra from your home). But when you fly to Destin, you will have to spend quite a bit of extra money for things like trash bags, dish and hand soap, dishwasher detergent, etc... (for only a 7 day stay). Luckily, Publix and Wal-Mart are close by. Overall, I would recommend this property for a great Destin experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brandi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
My husband and I stayed here with another couple and really loved the location! Having access to a private beach for our condo was a game changer…we could see that the nearby public beaches were very crowded in comparison. The beach was very clean and the view of the ocean was beautiful from our balcony. There was a closet full of beach accessories that were nice to have (sand castle supplies, shovels, beach chairs, floats, boogie boards). The condo was located in a convenient location and in close proximity to several restaurants, Publix, Fresh Market, and local seafood shops. There were a couple of cute local coffee & pastry shops within walking distance to the condo. Our only complaints were that the front bedroom mattress was very uncomfortable and needs to be replaced, there were several dirty dishes in the cabinets & drawers, and the sliding glass door was very difficult to open. Lastly, there were very few supplies included (paper towels, toilet paper, dishwashing pods, etc.), but that is mentioned in the fine print in documents shared through the VRBO app, and it was easy to purchase more with Publix being so close by. Other than that, we loved our time spent at this location and would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

Great Beachfront Condo
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was exactly as described. Perfect for those traveling with little ones. They even had a closet that had all the beach necessities a little would need (buckets, shovels, floats, etc.). Great location and close to all the action! The front bedroom could use a new mattress (bad) but we only stayed a week so it was overall great! Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jade D.

Great Stay in Destin
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 404 Emerald Dunes was a great, relaxing stay for our family. The property was clean and fit our needs well as it was close to the beach and also had a great view of the beach. Yes, each restroom only comes with one role of toilet paper, but there is plenty of warning to bring your own supplies. The unit was very clean and also included plenty of space. My 20 year old and 17 year old thought the small bedroom with a bunk bed worked great. The dining room table also provided enough space for our family. Overall, everyone voted it was a great vacation and we would rent the space again. We did use Barefoot Beach Service for the beach chairs and umbrellas and would recommend them as well if you truly want a relaxing vacation and not have to haul everything down to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we wanted
The condo was clean and the furnishings were comfortable - beds and chairs were above average in our experience. Furnished appliances in good working order. We dis not use beach equipment but there was a large quantity available. The property had more security than most and that was easy to use. My wife thought that the entry door latch could have been more substantial, but it was fine. I routinely Brian’s additional door security so no worries. Other occupants -some like us, some residents, were cordial when we encountered them.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Gina J.

Great location
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location was great- saw sunrise & sunset from room, quick access to grocery and restaurants. But there were several dishes that were very dirty in cabinets/drawers, a tv remote didn't work (we tried fresh batteries). Felt sparse with things like extra blankets, pillows, and definitely skimpy with just 2 rolls of cheap toilet paper, 2 garbage bags, & 2 little bars of soap- not the extra touch of hospitality most VRBO's provide these days (we understand it's a mgt company). Very noisy people on the floor above- but no one to blame except them. Overall we enjoyed, but not necessarily planning a return to this particular unit at this price.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Kristi B.

Emerald Dunes 404
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Have stayed in nicer condos. The pics show the bunk room, but not the whole “room”, which is a glorified closet. Very disappointed. TV on a wall but no place to sit and watch? Maybe in the Hall? Also, this property was NOT well stocked. No cutting board? ONE Kitchen towel and ONE cloth? Bathroom towels were the least I have even seen? Master was great , and we had a lovely vacation. But please re-stock this unit! Spent way too much money to have to wash a kitchen towel daily!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Beach 2023
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great! Have been there many times before.

8/10 Good

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suggestions
Loved the condo, but few suggestions. Need thicker fluffier pillows on beds. Fridge water dispenser didn’t work. Need small table on patio. There were small ants in the master bedroom. Oven needs cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer trip
Great experience, include chairs and umbrella
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Nicely decorated condo. Had everything we needed & plenty space for the 7 of us. Enjoyed the balcony in the early mornings watching the dolphins. The ocean was like crystal clear pool water the week we were there, The beach was fabulous & clean. Definitely rent the umbrella/chairs for the week, so relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Daniella C.

Great location
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pros: The condo was in a great location. The master, guest (Q) and living room areas were very spacious. The view from the balcony was stunning. The proximity to the beach was perfect. There is a closet with beach toys, cooler etc. The unit was walkable to Publix, restaurants & souvenir shops. It was nicely decorated and bright. Cons: The unit could use a good deep clean. There were cookies under the couch from a previous renter, the carpet in the living room has a smell that transfers to your clothes while laying on it, the refrigerator had a very strong fishy smell. The listing clearly states a starter supply of toilet paper, trash bags, etc but be prepared that “starter supply” means 1 of everything. Bring toilet paper and garbage bags or you will run out quickly. The bunk bed room is tiny and has no closet. Would be suitable for young children, definitely not teens or adults. The pool was small but sufficient. There was never really anyone there but if more than 3 or 4 families were in at a time it would be uncomfortably crowded. The beach has a chair company that rents chairs. They set up a wall of chairs and umbrellas early in the morning and rent them for $45/day (more than the $30 in the listing). We chose to buy chairs at a local store instead but quickly found that meant we were stuck behind the rental chairs with no view or easy access to the water. They make you move if you try to sit in front of their chairs (even if they aren’t being used/rented!) so if you like to be near the water’s edge or have kids you want to watch from your seat that is impossible. You sit in the hot sand and have to peek at the water through a wall of green chairs and umbrellas. It was very frustrating especially when you are paying for access to the private beach in your rental fee. Finally, as we were packing to leave, we found a giant cockroach in the master bathroom. Had we seen it earlier, I wouldn’t have been able to
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Private Beach was a game changer for the 4th!
Really great location! Private beach was a game changer. Room was very clean. Overall really had a great time. Only a few issues. Our check in was delayed 45 minutes due to the cleaning crew not being on time. Remotes were not matched to the TV’s so we had to work through the process of setting them all up. Only some were labeled. Also, only had one roll of toilet paper per bathroom. Just not enough for a 4 day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3rd Year, still love it!
We have stayed in this unit the last 3 years. The location is perfect, the unit has everything we need and the beach is awesome. We will probably be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice unit in great location!
This unit is nicely decorated and well cared for! Everything worked as it should and was very clean! Plenty of seating for watching TV and eating! Super convenient beach access! Closet full of beach toys and umbrella (no beach chairs). Chair/umbrella rental during our time frame at end of May was $45 per day! Emerald Dunes is in a great location! Centrally located in Destin with easy access to everything! Beds were comfortable - soft, but not too soft. 2 box fans in the guest closet provide some white noise to drown out potential noise from floor above (sometimes noticeable in multi-floor buildings) or extra breeze while you sleep. Overall great stay and very pleased with ease of check-in/check-out experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jorge S., Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sun and relaxation
We’ve been to Destin in the past and found this location—nice place, clean, good location and nice views. We had a couple questions during our stay and management was quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

brittany b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Loved the space. Perfect size for my family! Easy access to the beach.
Loved it! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Property was clean and beds were comfy. They had fans for sleeping which was nice. There was plenty of space for our family of 7. Perfect view of the beach. Watched the sunrise and set daily from our balcony. Location was great. I cooked everyday in the kitchen and had everything I needed. Even a crockpot and tupperware for leftovers! I would suggest bringing an extra roll of paper towels, a couple rolls of toilet paper and a couple of cascade dishwasher pods if you’re staying longer than a few days. Bring your beach towels and beach chairs but they have a closet with sand toys and boogie boards. They also have a board game cabinet which was nice for the evenings! Thank you for having us! We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merideth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Condo was clean and well maintained. Easy access. Very nice and loved the location. Eat at Camille’s! Loved that we could walk over to grab lunch or whatever.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving 2022
This is a very nice condo in a great location!! Brand new couch and comfy beds. Loved sitting on the deck and just listening to the ocean. Had an issue on check in but property manager was very responsive to resolve. Note this unit has a king and a queen bedroom (plus the bunk room) - not 2 kings as the listing indicated when we booked. I think the listing has been corrected
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patty C.

Destin 2022
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great!

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