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Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access

Waterfront vacation home with private pool and kitchen

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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At Captain Jax in Destin, Florida, experience the ultimate beach getaway with mesmerizing views of the canal from your wrap-around deck. Relax in your private pool or unwind on one of the many outdoor spaces including a waterfront deck and charcoal grill.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123175 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access

Captain Jax | Holiday Isle, Destin FL
5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Private Pool | Canal Views | Walk to Private Beach

Welcome to Captain Jax, your ultimate vacation retreat in the heart of Destin's Holiday Isle! This stunning 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom private home offers over 3,100 square feet of indoor space, a private pool, and incredible canal and coastal views—all just a .3-mile walk to your private beach access.

Whether you're planning a family getaway or traveling with friends, Captain Jax has everything you need for an unforgettable Emerald Coast escape.

Highlights You'll Love
🏖 Easy .3-mile walk to private beach access – 4 beach chairs + 2 umbrellas provided
🏊 Private pool (heated seasonally for a fee) with sun deck + lounge space
🚲 4 bicycles included – explore Holiday Isle like a local
🌅 Expansive canal views from wrap-around deck + private balconies
🍹 Multiple outdoor living spaces with seating + charcoal grill
🏠 3-story home with open floor plan + 3,175 sq. ft. of comfort

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master Suite (3rd floor): King bed, private balcony, ensuite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and vanity
Guest Room 1 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 2 (2nd floor): Queen bed, Jack-and-Jill bath access
Guest Room 3 (Ground floor): Queen bed, shared bath
Guest Room 4 (Ground floor): Twin-over-Full bunk bed, shared bath

Bathrooms:
Master: Walk-in shower, soaking tub, vanity (3rd floor)
Jack-and-Jill: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (2nd floor)
Guest Bath: Shower/tub combo, double vanity (ground floor)
Half Bath: (2nd floor)

Living Spaces
2nd Floor: Fully stocked kitchen, large dining table, open living area with Smart TV, canal views, and wrap-around deck
3rd Floor: Private master suite with sweeping views and balcony
Ground Floor: Pool deck, chill space with fridge, sink, laundry, and walkout access to canal

Pool Details
Private pool: 27 ft. L x 9 ft. W
Depth: 7 in. shallow shelf to 4 ft. max depth
Pool heating available for an additional fee (winter months)

Amenities
✨ Free WiFi
✨ Full kitchen + 2nd fridge downstairs
✨ Washer & dryer in home
✨ 4 bicycles included
✨ Beach gear provided (4 chairs, 2 umbrellas)
✨ Starter kit with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, trash bags, laundry soap, dish soap, Dawn, and coffee (2–3 cups)

Important Notes
Must be 25+ years old to rent (no exceptions)
Max occupancy: 12 | Max parking: 4 vehicles
No pets, no events, no boats, no trailers, no RVs
This property is not handicap accessible (no elevator)
Noise monitoring devices installed indoors (no recording, decibel-only)

Exclusive free perks with every reservation: 1 round of golf, dolphin cruise, trampoline park pass, and waterpark ticket (not available for stays over 27 nights)

Guest Verification & Agreement
For security and compliance, guests will be asked to:
Provide valid government-issued photo ID + matching credit card
Complete our secure verification portal
Sign a rental usage agreement
Check-in instructions may be withheld until verification is complete.

Captain Jax offers the best of Destin—canal views, private pool, bikes, and easy access to white-sand beaches. Pack your flip flops, grab your beach gear, and get ready for the coastal vacation you've been dreaming of!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,175 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

925246
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • HarborWalk Village - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Family Getaway: Private Pool, Canal Views, and Beach Access located?

Located in Holiday Isle, this vacation home is steps from Choctawhatchee Bay, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Destin Harbor and The Shores Shopping Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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