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⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101289 sq ft

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
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Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationBig Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park17 min walk
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDestin Harbor Boardwalk5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarborWalk Village5 min drive

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8/10 Good

We wanted a quick getaway. We had hoped to be closer to the beach than we were. When we originally booked, the listing s...
Tyler T.
Aug 15, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Town Home:

* Free Beach Service

* Gorgeous Modern Décor

*Approximately 800 feet from the beach access

* 300 feet of Private Beach

* Two Pools, Two Kiddy Pools, Beachside Volleyball, and Tennis Court 

* 5-Acre Fishable Private Lake

 * Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

Escape to SouthBay by the Gulf #27 in the heart of Destin. This gorgeously appointed, modern, coastal chic 2 story townhouse features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This vacation haven is equipped with a king in the master, a full in the first guest room, a twin over full bunk bed with a pullout twin trundle in the additional guest room, and a sleeper sofa in the living room to comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. With 1 designated parking spot just steps away from your door, a washer/dryer, new 55" smart TV, and a cozy patio, you won't lack for anything to make your vacation relaxing and memorable at SouthBay by the Gulf #27.

 *This property is not available to adults under age 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

SouthBay by the Gulf is a gated, low-density townhome community located on the beautiful emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This complex is beach front and steps to two full sized pools with kiddie pools, shuffleboard courts, lighted tennis courts, beachside volleyball courts and the 5 acre fresh water lake. Every townhome features a designated parking spot right in front of your door making it easy to transfer your things in-no long walks through huge parking lots searching for your car. Come experience why guests return to Southbay by the Gulf year after year!

The Bed Setup:

2nd Floor:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom: Twin over Full Bunkbed with Twin Trundle

1st Floor:

Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions:

This great complex is just under 2.5 miles away from Harbor Walk Village. Here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville and Harry T’s, to satisfy all tastes. You will be sure to find something for the whole family to enjoy.

Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest!  Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.

This is across the street from Big Kahuna's Waterpark, full of great splashing fun for the kids. And it is walking distance to Mellow Mushroom and the Pancakery!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,289 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

4102

About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Destin, this vacation home is near 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 Fort Walton Beaches. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 2 min walk
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 17 min walk
  • Morgan Sports Center - 4 min drive
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive
  • HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beach Camp Brewpub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does ⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is ⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⛱️FREE Beach Service~800ft 2 Private Beach~2 Pools~3BR SouthBay by the Gulf #27 located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Choctawhatchee Bay, Destin Beaches, and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sindhu J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Everything was awesome. Only 2 feedback - The house was clean except for the floor that would make your foot Go dirty but we used the flip flops. And the bunkbed was quite noisy to sleep on. Kitchen and Bath was well equipped. it is a beautifully decorated house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
I would give a complete 5 instead of 4 for overall, but I had to reclean the master bathroom on arrival. Overall, it was a great stay, and I would definitely do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

S Ashley O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall really great
Upon arrival, some hair in the bathtub and something bloody looking in the corner of the master bath by the toilet was there. There were plenty of bath towels available and everything we needed to make and eat meals there. (7 of us) It was smaller than expected for 7 people (44, 35, 17, 12, 11, 11, and 9yo) The location was great! Close to one cold pool, and one warmer pool, and a short walk to the beach. Beautiful area on a lake, so our children also went fishing at the lake. Short walk to a candy shop, ice cream shop, and beach store! Property manager answered all questions very promptly
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Getaway
We wanted a quick getaway. We had hoped to be closer to the beach than we were. When we originally booked, the listing showed us right on the beach which is what made us book. We made the best of it and enjoyed our time. The unit was the perfect size for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Misleading Title/Description
over a 1/4 mile to the beach! actual distance from front door to last step of the board walk: 1,435' distance from front door to the beach (if flying with Pixie Dust): 1,266' . . . and no views
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
My family and I greatly enjoyed our stay at SouthBay #27. It was well-equipped with all of our needs, including lots of beach accessories (chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, floats) in the the outdoor storage room. The free beach service (2 chairs and one umbrella) was also very nice! We would definitely want to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
I wish I could stay another week.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family
Muy bien
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan juan jose a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exelent for vacacions
Perfect for next time thanks for every thing .everybody enjoy....
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must book!
We loved this property so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Blanca M.

Walk to the Beach
Overall it was wonderful. Would also recommend this property.. A little down side was walk to the Beach. It was longer than we all thought. But the good thing we didn’t have to cross any roads to get to the beach! It wasn’t no 15 minutes though.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
It was smaller than I thought from the pictures but overall great property! It was close to everything and clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
Great location. Super clean and a lot of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tashia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation Rental. Clean and nicely decorated.
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The house is absolutely gorgeous! There are so many amenities above & beyond expectations! The only complaint we had was the walk to the beach. However, the pros far outweigh the cons!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Merle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for your money.
5 minute walk to beach not 300 ft like the posting said. Nice place and good neighborhood. The master bed is horrible really needs a new one but other than that it was good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall enjoyable but…
We definitely enjoyed our trip and the unit was nice. The downstairs and master are roomy, while the two other bedrooms are very tight. We definitely overpaid for what it is. Access to the beach can be confusing and the gate code doesn’t always want to work the first time. There was nothing in our booking info about beach service and the private beach is taken over by rental chairs most of the day. We did not know anything about this beach service and we’re quite shocked when we began to be harassed by a stranger wanting to know where we were staying every time we stepped on the beach. He was most unfriendly & unhelpful but after some phone calls and speaking with a different beach employee we were finally comfortable going down to the beach on day 3. So there were some aspects of the stay that were very stressful. We woke up the first morning to ants all over the kitchen. The high chair still had food in it. An entire fake fingernail was found in the pull out couch and that bed was so terrible no one could sleep on it. A pair of thong underwear were also left in the dresser. Not the standard of cleanliness we had expected. The pool and lake were nice and the overall location was convenient although extremely busy location. The unit felt very safe with the front door having a code entry and the sliding door locking and having a board to place down at night to prevent it opening. There was a play pen and canopy tent and tons of beach toys to use in the storage closets. Despite the busy season, it was generally quiet and neighbors were respectful. Overall we enjoyed our time together and the unit and property was okay but we’ll choose somewhere different in future, especially for the money we were charged.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall good.
Seemed a little pricey but its understandable we the current events in the past year. Only complaint is one mattress had a lot of dirt and sand.

2/10 Terrible

Edin K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our Vacation Stay
The house was not clean at all when we first walked in. The bunk bed seems dangerous to sleep in. The back door doesn't have a lock. Not enough sheets. Floors extremely dirty and dusty. House was not vacuumed fully. The deep clean was not accurate at all. The kitchen smelled of nasty chemicals and has a bug infestation. The washer and dryer do not work well. For the price the rental should of been better.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, spacious townhouse within walking distance to beach
The townhouse was beautiful and exactly what we needed for our family vacation. It was extremely clean, the kitchen was well stocked, and there was a tv in the living room as well as in each bedroom. It was walking distance to the beach, although if you have a child under 3 years old, you may consider bringing a stroller for the walk, as it may be a bit too far for them. My 5 year old handled our daily walk to the beach just fine. My one complaint is that the email communication from the host is not legible. They use a bright blue background with light gray font, and I (at 33 years old) couldn’t read any of the emails. I suggest choosing different colors so your guests can read your correspondence. I highly recommend this property. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
An awesome place that my friends and I stayed at! We really enjoyed it(:

8/10 Good

Manas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Property
Overall nice experience !!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
It was a great place to stay and very close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Doug J., Neoga

Very nicely updated unit
Unit was very well updated. Floors seemed very dusty upon our arrival and every TV was blaring when we arrived. A little walk to the beach, but no terrible. Unit included a beach umbrella and chairs every day, but this was not communicated very well, so we didn't get to use this the first day. Stay was overall good.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication needs improvement
There were several issues. First, we rented this unit based the bed layout in each room. We expected one room with two twin beds, instead it was a bunk bed. This room was for myself (50+) and my sister (60+). Not ideal for two grown ups. There was a pullout couch downstairs, which was the solution by Newman Dailey(ND). However there was a hallway light with no switch to turn it off. When a maintenance man came to look at it and provide lightbulbs for various lamps, his solution was to use the breaker box which also turns off the light to the bathroom....not ideal. Leading up to the vacation, I had to ask several questions because the emails from ND were not clear. I did however get a quick response. They have an app they advertise but it isn't easy to find and didn't prove useful. Once arrived, we did not find the wifi code, pool or gate codes for the property and were unaware the unit provided beach chair service. After call with ND, were told it was in welcome kit. We finally found the wifi and beach chair service amoung all of the promotional material. This should have been easy to find, stapled on the bag. The beach chair service should have been made known in advance. We were not given the gate and pool codes in welcome kit. In fact when we called to ask about them, we were told the codes we asked for were not part of the property, even though they were ( we stayed at this property in the past). It took Another call to get the codes. The property has been renovated since we booked property in February. The property is very nice. However, it is clear no one has inspected the property as if they are going to be staying there. I provided a list of items to ND. ND was responsive to my calls and questions, however, they had a lot of excuses for everything I called and complained about. When they denied the poor communication and treated me as if I was unfamiliar with how booking and communication works I was insulted. I travel globally for business and have booked vacation rentals from VRBO for 25 years. This unit included a lot of hidden fees. I will not use ND again. If I choose a rental in the future managed by then I will cancel my booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020