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Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪16 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 6)

Bunk Room

2 Single Beds

Guest Room

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach

NEW to the Salt Water Vacations family of Vacation Homes!
Right on the beach in Destin. Free Seasonal Beach Service Included! Enjoy a beautiful view of the Gulf right from the living room or master bedroom balcony. This 2nd-floor 1400 sq. ft. condo is conveniently located on the east side of Destin.

This is a non-smoking property.

Crystal Dunes 204 is your direct ticket to a full view of the emerald-green waters. This 2nd-floor beachfront condo is conveniently located in the Crystal Beach area of Destin.  Due to the low-rise building, you will enjoy the private beach and avoid the crowds. Enjoy the privacy of this gated property close to all restaurants, shopping, golf, and activities for the kids for a vacation you will never forget! This spacious three-bedroom beachfront condo is precisely what you expect for a break at the beach. The view doesn't get any better than this! This Crystal Dunes 204 beachfront condo features brand-new living room furniture. Flat Screen Tv''s in each bedroom. The master bedroom provides direct views of the beautiful beach.  The master has a king bed and private bathroom. The bathroom features a soaking tub for pure relaxation.  The guest bedroom also features a king-size bed.  The third bedroom is fantastic for the kids. It has a twin with a trundle and a TV. 
Enjoying the beach during those winter months is no problem with the pool heated seasonally, or hop right into the hot tub and relax!
Daily Activities Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Destin has to offer! You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in fun activities:
     - Big Kahuna's Water Park
     - Multiple Golf Courses (Bluewater Bay, Emerald Bay, Regatta Bay, Golf Garden)
     - Parasailing with Gilligan's Watersports
     - Dolphin Cruise on the Sea Blaster
     - Indoor Family Fun at Urban Air Adventure Park
 Click Here to see the fun Salt Water Vacations has in store for you!

Destin, Florida
The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Destin, Florida, area for over 100 years. Situated between Panama City Beach and Pensacola on the Florida Panhandle, Destin has much to offer visitors from all over the world. Each day in Destin is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sand beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping, amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida!
Salt Water Vacay Values
For more than 30 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations.
Over the years, we have learned much about providing our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play.  We have serviced Florida’s Emerald Coast with various vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre Beach, and South Walton, Florida. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year!

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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

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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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 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 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach have a pool?

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

Is Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Front Coastal Condo in Crystal Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Justin R.

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

Nice Unit / Bad Building

The actual unit is very nice and the team that runs the beach service was great, which was included with the unit. The dishwasher was broken but the property manager sent someone over to fix it. Our main issue was with the building overall. The fire alarm went off several times early morning when there was no fire. The elevator was broken 2 of the 5 days we were there, the pool was always locked when it shouldn’t have been ( which didn’t actually matter because the pool heater wasn’t on in early April and the hot tub heater was broken the entire time we were there). Also the power/internet (which is controlled by the building, not in the unit) went out several times. The property manager said this was storm related, but we didn’t experience anything outside a light drizzle. There was no property manager on site and everyone was just instructed to file complaints with their respective rental companies. Without an on site property manager, I would expect these problems to continue.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

Love this place

I absolutely love this place. Everything about it is perfect. The views are unmatched and the small condo makes for way less foot traffic. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Lori E.

June 2023 Stay

We enjoyed our stay. However, there was no fire tv remote for the master bedroom bedroom, and the dish remote would only control the volume. Had to change channels manually when you finally got the dish to work. There was also issues with the tv in the small, twin bedroom. But overall we were very pleased with the room and our stay.

2/10 Terrible

Ashley T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Misleading photos

Overall disappointed. As a collective group, we’ve been staying in this area for 30+ years and this was the worst condo experience we’ve had. We checked in to find no wifi, microwave handle broken off , no smoke detector batteries, mildewed patio furniture that was also broken and stained indoor furniture. The master bath also had a wall that was unfinished. Floors left my babies legs black from crawling. We checked in on Saturday and couldn’t get management to do anything until Wednesday and Thursday. The in unit condo guide said we were supposed to have a router for Wifi and we didn’t. We went without service from Saturday until Wednesday when management finally gave us the buildings guest info. Don’t waste your money on this particular condo or management group. We played phone tag for days and still felt like we weren’t taken seriously. Thankfully, we did get a small refund but this place wasn’t worth the money they charged. You can find the images on google reviews of Crystal Dunes as well as Destin Getaways.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Great view and location

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: Very happy with our stay at Crystal Dunes.Property and Beach very well maintained. Furniture in the unit we stayed in could use a cleaning/update and balcony furniture didn't seem very sturdy..we used our Beach chairs on the balcony. We weren't given any washcloths so I bought some cheap ones at Walmart.All in all a nice place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loren D.

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

Great location

The kids and I had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Kelly P., Green Bay, Wisconsin

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: We stayed in this condo for two weeks. Overall I was very happy with it. It was very spacious and pretty much as described. Kitchen was very well stocked with what we needed. There were a few minor issues but they quickly addressed in a timely manner. We would stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

Crystal Dunes Febrary 2023

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 weather, nice unit , close to the water. Wonderful sunsets and very helpful staff.

8/10 Good

dan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

CD 204

Everything was great. Just had trouble reaching property manager to discuss issue with clothes dryer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

A guest from N/A, CO

Beach 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The unit is in one of the best locations on the beach, but it is not maintained. Upon arrival floors, filthy, odor in the apartment, trash on the bathroom floor, furniture filthy, balcony furniture filthy, stained, trash on the balcony. Housekeeping notified but they never made a visit to address the problems with filth. I started cleaning the smell went away. The washer, dryer and vacuum cleaner did not work. Maintenance made a visit to repair washer and dryer, which worked for two days. In addition to dealing with the filthy environment, smell, appliances that did not work, limited linens this unit does not include beach service.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen T.

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

Perfect

Have zero bad things to say about this place. Planning to stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Great location, beautiful condo

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 enjoyed our stay here! The private beach was great, not too crowded. The condo was clean and stocked with all the necessities. My only complaint is that the dryer didn’t work and they didn’t respond to the message about it . With 3 kiddos at the beach for a week it was inconvenient and frustrating not to have a dryer.

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Great spot!

We love this area of crystal beach, it’s a great location and beach. The condo was perfect for our family of 4, though the front room that shows a set of bunk beds is now a twin trundle and didn’t fit anyone close to 6 feet or over. We ended up using that room as beach storage, lucky for us we didn’t need it. Otherwise the condo was great - there are stains on the couch but that happens. It was very quiet and all the rooms had black out curtains- helpful if you have young kids. This unit is across from the elevator but we never heard any noise. I’ll also note that there was always plenty of hot water and the air conditioning worked very well - we were very comfortable! Bring your own games/entertainment- there is a tv but otherwise the unit is very bare bones, seems to be a full time rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Zack J.

August 2020 Stay

Great experience! Very clean and accommodating! Loved the updates!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay!

The description of this place is spot on. Located is right on the beach so no need to haul all your things to the beach. The view from the balcony is amazing during sunrise and sunsets! I will be bringing my family back to this location and condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

August 2020 Stay

Beautiful views! Bathroom updates are awesome. Family had a great time and enjoyed the beach and pool everyday. The unit was clean and had everything we needed. The balcony door was a little hard to open if someone closed it too tightly, but nothing we couldn't handle. Would definitely recommend this unit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Kevin N.

Good location and very clean

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed for a week. The condo was clean and it was in good location. Kitchen had everything that a family would need for a week long stay. Bathrooms were clean and spacious.This unit was on second floor right a cross from the elevators. Not many guests used the elevator on second floor anyway so the noise wasn’t too bad.Great view from the balcony looking down to the beach. Parking lot was clean and not too crowded.The pool was also clean. The kids went to the pool a couple times and guests were keeping social distancing which was nice.The sofa bed badly needed a new mattress. This unit was recently repaired so we ran into a few issues while staying there. First day, both vents in both bathrooms weren’t working. Hair dryer was also broken. Third day, the top panel on the front door frame came off as we opened the door. Management responded promptly when we called / emailed. All issues were fixed. In master bedroom, we could hear creaking sound from the unit above us as other guests walking around.Overall I gave this experience a 4 stars. We had stayed in a better condo last time and it was at a lower rates than this one.
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8/10 Good

Nena M.

Destin Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: Overall we like the place, view was great however there are some areas they could work on which includes proper linens and pillows, ones we had were flat as a pancake so I went out and bought some worthy of being called a pillow (and proper sheets). Anything we used for cooking or to eat on/with needed to be properly washed as the items were dirty (left on food, grease from previous meal prep). Couch was not comfortable to sit on, well worn. Property management wasn't visible much which could have helped to contain people throwing food off the balconies which created seagull frenzy. We loved the location but for the weekly rate do prefer things to be in better condition.

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Perfect. Absolutely perfect.

This condo was amazing. Beautiful, great location, easy access to the beach. Dining is close and it’s a very safe neighborhood. I will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Perfect Location

This was the perfect spot for our vacation. Right on the beach but still close to everything in town. Only complaint would be that the washing machine didn’t work well and we did see a couple roaches. An exterminator needs to be called. We would stay there again tho
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Vacation

Really liked the property, great location, really no complaints!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Katir J.

Beautiful condo, amazing views!

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately 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: This condo was beautiful, very spacious, and clean. It had an amazing view of the ocean and very short walk to the beach. We came with a group of ladies from different states, parking was an issue as there are only two spots per unit and the staff did not have any suggestions of where to leave any other cars. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend this unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, could’ve been cleaner

The location and beach access were amazing. I loved having beach chairs and umbrellas set up (for a fee) instead of having to bring them ourselves. The inside could’ve been cleaner. Concerned that the bedding (not sheets, but the comforters) hadn't been washed and the shower curtain desperately needs to be thrown away. The kitchen drawers also need to be cleaned and the two pans I picked up to use were both dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

Amy A.

Beach condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pros: The condo has a beautiful view of the ocean and is in a great location. Beach access was only a few steps away, which was wonderful. It was clean, spacious, and the kitchen was fully equipped for all our cooking needs.Cons: From the inside the front door has no locks. There was nothing to stop my toddler from opening the door and heading out on his own! We were constantly having to keep an eye on the door area to make sure he didn’t go out alone. The sliding door to the balcony was extremely difficult to open. You had to put a lot of muscle in to open it!Overall, we enjoyed our stay in this condo.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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8/10 Good

DULANDRA O.

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

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: EVERYTHING WAS GREAT. WE LOVED TO THE LOCATION. THE CONDO WAS CLEAN. THERE WAS VERY FEW FACE TOWELS BUT PLENTY OF LARGE TOWELS SO BRING EXTRA TOWELS. WE HAD 8 IN OUR CONDO AND ONLY 4 FACE TOWELS AVAILABLE.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

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