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Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood

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9.2

Wonderful

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83260 sq ft

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Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationDestin Commons15 min walk
  • Popular LocationEmerald Coast Centre16 min walk
  • Popular LocationJames Lee Park4 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)7 min drive

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

Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood

Welcome to 'La Dolce Vita...' 'The Sweet Life!' Just one block to our gorgeous white sand beaches! This beautiful beach home with community pool is nestled in the popular Crystal Beach Community of Destin, Florida. The perfect place for a fun filled beach vacation with family and friends. Community allows 2 cars per unit.

Cool off in the community pool or stroll down to the beach and take a dip in the world famous emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy walking, jogging, skating and bicycling throughout the neighborhood with charming white picket fences and pastel cottage homes or on the bike and running path that runs parallel to the beach just outside your door.

Come home and relax on the oversized covered porches with fans that surround the house and enjoy the beach breezes. Believe it or not... in the Summer, you can listen for the music of the ice cream truck! Just a three minute walk to rent bikes for the family, get a cup of fresh coffee across the street, go shopping, or eat a delicious meal at Camille's or any of the fantastic restaurants in the neighborhood.

'La Dolce Vita' is a 2000 square foot home with three bedrooms and three baths. All bedrooms have French doors that open to the upstairs porch with comfortable outdoor seating. There is a queen sleeper sofa in the living room.

The master bedroom on the second floor has a king bed and master bath with a jacuzzi tub and oversized shower.

The second bedroom located on the second floor has a queen bed.

The third bedroom has two twin beds.

There are also built in bookcases on the first and second floor with a great selection of books to enjoy.

On the first floor, you will find a fully equipped gourmet kitchen and dining area with granite counter tops and top of the line stainless steel appliances... a large living area and French doors that open to the porches, a full bathroom and laundry room with your own washer and dryer.

After a relaxing day at the beach, you can wash off at the outdoor shower. 'La Dolce Vita' has it all!

This home includes a credit based on the duration of your stay for additional amenities offered by VayKGear such as bikes, paddleboards, games and chairs. You will receive a notification after you confirm your reservation with additional details.

One Small, house trained, non shedding dog is ok with management approval and $150 non-refundable pet fee.

Destin Elite Carts (additional purchase)

As a perk of being a Best Beach Getaways customer, we have partnered with Destin Elite Carts to provide our Vacation Rentals with the Ability to Rent Brand New 2021 EZ-GO 6 Passenger Gas Carts! Guests will need to contact www.destinelitecarts.com and pick their desired cart and dates. The carts will be delivered to your rental the day you arrive and picked up upon your departure. As an added benefit, any 6 night or above rental will be provided with Discounts and Incentives to some local Businesses and Restaurants! No Hassle and FREE DELIVERY! Book today!

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Best Beach Getaways

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal 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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 3,260 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Vrbo Property
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About the neighborhood

Destin

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood 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 Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, snorkeling and sailing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Destin Commons - 15 min walk
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 15 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 4 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Longhorn Steakhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach & Community Pool! Huge Wraparound Porches in Family Neighborhood located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park, Miramar Beach, and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Drew N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice stay, needs a deep clean though!
I’m going to give the bad first but please hang in there for the good because the bad can be fixed! I hesitate to rate the cleanliness “low” as I honestly need to, but I figured if I didn’t, then the owners couldn’t address the problem. We owned a condo in Destin for 7 years & I would want to be informed. I understand there is a rental agency (we rented ours directly & had personal contact with the renters), so I am not sure I can get a message directly to the owners. That’s the only reason why I’m putting this out there in this review…it’s not fair to future renters to pay the rental fees plus all of the add on fees and walk into a home that desperately needs a good deep clean. There was a musky old smell as soon as we walked in. We ended up buying Febreeze fabric spray and air freshener. The couches had lots of stains on them and smelled. The carpets upstairs had different colored stains, the window seat in one bedroom had stains & we opened a drawer in the queen room to discover someone placed gum underneath the drawer handle. It truly needs a good deep cleaning. All this negative though can easily be remedied! Surface cleaning was great. It was a clean home, meaning clean floors/showers/countertops/linens. Now on to the positives - great location & roomy! We were 2 blocks from the beach/Camille’s beachside restaurant. It was very easy access. They had coffee & well stocked supplies. WE LOVED MORNINGS ON THE BACK PORCH, SO LOVELY!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Florida beach house with wrap around porch!
House as described and 2 minute walk to beach. Kudos to cleaning crew as it was clean upon arrival. Only a few concerns was coffee pot didn’t work. I’m very familiar with type of pot and it overflowed so I think it may have been clogged by previous guests. Also, no comforter or blankets for queen and king size beds. It was cool at night and we had to purchase. Previous renters did not take out garbage. All were reported to property manager. Directions for streaming TV in king room and access for Fire stick would’ve been helpful. Great location for walking, golf cart, beach, and food. Would recommend for party of 6.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Darla M.

Home Maintenance Issues
Overall thing were good, the home just needed some updates and repairs. We have a list of those repairs and upkeep. I'm going to email the list to the property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow, great accommodations, great locations!!
Classic Key West feel at this house and neighborhood. Fantastic kitchen and the house has tons of space for privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!!
Very nice house! Enjoyed it immensely. Couldn’t have had a better spot! House was clean and big! Beds were comfy and we all slept well! Porches were great for reading. And just chilling!!!! Will surely be back! Great vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
Loved the house and had a great time. Amazing location to everything even if you want to walk.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Stayed for a wedding. Great time great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lady A J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We thought there was a bedroom on the main level. It was a pull out sofa. Otherwise very clean and l
Very easy, no problems
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Marjo G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
The property was just as advertised. The decor was charming. Love the pouches on both levels. I do wish it had been more clearly explained as to which beach the property had access. I had some trouble with rental and set up of chairs and umbrellas. Ended up using Crystal Harbor which was closer than any other. Bedding was vomfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters retreat
The house was beautiful, as was the neighborhood, close to the beach. Could have had some beach chairs, umbrella, beach wagon to use during our stay. Extra blankets and pillows would have been nice. Some of the outdoor lights were not working. Overall, I would stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vaca
Enjoyed being so close to a LOT of places where we could walk, bike, or scooter! Being so close to the beach was a BIG plus! Only thing that was a bit disappointing to me was that there was no extra toilet paper, paper towels, or trash bags for as much as we paid to stay. Otherwise we had a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

NiCole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Awesome!!
The pictures do not do this place justice. It's better! It feels so comfortable, close to everything you need, especially the beach. This place is 5 stars all the way including the landscaping. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl’s weekend
Perfect house and location for a girl’s weekend! Loved the outdoor space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Selena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Great house, very homey and relaxing atmosphere! Porches and yard were my favorite spots to sit and read! Beach was a very short distance away!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was amazing. Absolutely loved it.
The only complaint is the house was full of bugs (fruit flies etc) when we checked In. We couldn’t sit outside and had to cover drinks because of all the bugs (upstairs and downstairs) because of the garbage from the previous renters. We realized the previous renters must have cleaned fish in the backyard and not picked it up because we saw lots of fish scales etc. It got much better once it rained and once the garbage was picked up. It was unbearable when we got there and I can assure you we left the house way cleaner (no bugs) then when we got there, so after 2 days the house was absolutely amazing. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We had a great experience at this location and would highly recommend it. The only complaint I have is the pool code that we were given in April in an email for our vacation in May did not work and we were not able to get a hold of anyone to get a new code to use the pool and then on this website it said check-in was at 3pm and check out was at 11am but when we got there it was check in at 4 PM and check out at 10 AM but that is not a big deal we still enjoyed this location in an area of Florida. The backyard was great for have outside dinners.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Travis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tv in living room went out first day , took for ever to answer the numbers I was given for propertyG
Property wonderful Best Beach Getaways Management HORRIBLE will never get any of our business again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would Stay Again!
The house was beautiful and close to the beach. Great neighborhood and close to everything. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and community
I’ll start with the positive. Nice little community. Everyone was friendly. Great location about a block from the beach. House was a good temperature, lots of towels for showering, two beach chairs, beach toys, and a few boogie boards. The showers were nice. The community pool was heated and warm but someone said that stops May 1st. Kitchen had ample cooking equipment and utensils. Not really cons but things to be aware of. There were no: -beach towels -wagon or cart to pull beach stuff -blow dryer -hangers in the closet -Kleenex -Additional garbage bags besides the ones in the garbage cans -laundry detergent -garage access -hot tub They give you a few dishwashing detergents. You only get the toilet paper that is on the roll in the bathrooms. There were no extras and same goes for paper towels. All in all, we had a nice stay and I’d recommend the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sasiphan

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great location, Wi-Fi strong for remote work, and pet friendly! No complaints at all! My family and I loved La Dulce Vita!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Sheila

Traveled with family
Two week before our trip the property was pulled and we had another property. I can’t give an opinion on this property. From everything I saw, I was very excited to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Saundra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Gorgeous property and location
This home was wonderful. We absolutely loved our stay in this absolutely breathtaking property. The double wrap around porches are such an excellent feature. My family and I made so many special memories here and we highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Glenn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house - maintenance issues
This is a very well done home, nicely decorated, comfy beds. The only issues we had wer no hot water on arrival until 3rd day and inoperable TV, same story. Disappointed in the lack of urgency but again, an otherwise lovely home, greatly situated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home.
Very pleased. Plan on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Uranas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach-House Ready!
Had EVERYTHING we needed in a house… beach a minute and a half away!!♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021