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🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Located in Destin, The Life Aquatic offers a luxurious vacation experience with a private heated pool and hot tub. Enjoy the outdoor paradise featuring a swim-up bar, tiki kitchen, and various dining spaces or relax on the rooftop patio overlooking the Gulf. This exceptional beach home provides an elevator, gourmet kitchen, game room for endless entertainment.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 205905 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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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.

🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions

Luxury Destin Beach Home • Heated Pool • Hot Tub • Gulf Views • Golf Cart Included

Welcome to The Life Aquatic, a luxury getaway curated by Destin Dreamers designed for families and groups seeking a high-end beach experience. Just half a block from the ocean, this premium home features a private heated pool, swim-up bar, hot tub, tiki kitchen, and expansive outdoor lounges—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying meals under the Florida sunshine.

⭐ Elite VIP Experience – FREE Activities Every Day™
Your stay includes our More Than a Stay™ VIP Package with daily free Golf, Parasailing, Crab Island Excursion, Dolphin Cruise, Water Park passes, Bikes, and more (up to $1,150/day value). It's one of Destin's best activity packages and exclusive to this home. Read more about it below!

🌊 Resort-Style Outdoor Oasis

✔️Private heated pool with swim-up bar and dual outdoor TVs
✔️Hot tub, sun loungers, and multiple shaded seating areas
✔️Full tiki kitchen for grilling & outdoor dining
✔️Designed for unforgettable pool days and evening gatherings

🏡 Spacious + Entertainment-Ready Interior

Step inside to a home built for comfort and fun:
✔️Indoor bar + game room with Foosball and pool table
✔️Large chef's kitchen with high-end appliances
✔️Open-concept living area perfect for group meals and celebrations
✔️Six king bedrooms for premium comfort
✔️Two bunk rooms ideal for kids & teens
✔️Elevator access to every floor
✔️Rooftop deck with stunning Gulf of Mexico views

🚶‍♂️ Prime Location Near Destin's Best Beaches

✔️Half a block to Destin's famous sugar-white sand beaches
✔️Includes a street-legal 6-passenger golf cart
✔️Close to top restaurants, shopping, and family attractions
✔️Ideal for large families, multi-family trips, weddings, and corporate retreats

⭐ Why Guests Love “The Life Aquatic”

✔️ Private Heated Pool + Hot Tub + Swim-Up Bar
✔️Golf Cart Included
✔️ Half Block from the Beach
✔️ Dog Friendly*
✔️Game Room with Pool Table & Foosball
✔️ Rooftop Gulf Views
✔️ Daily Free VIP Activities (Golf, Parasailing, Cruises, Water Park & More)

THE LIVING EXPERIENCE:

🏡 FIRST FLOOR (Sleeps 14)

• Game & Bar Room with pool table + Foosball
• Direct patio access
• Heated pool with sunken swim-up bar, bar stools, in-pool dining table
• Tiki outdoor kitchen
• Lounge seating throughout outdoor area
• Bunk room: 4 Queen beds + 2 Twin beds (en-suite bathroom)
• King bedroom with private en-suite
• Additional shared full bathroom
• Large laundry room with double fridge/freezer + double washer/dryer
• Garage
• Elevator access to all floors

🍽️ SECOND FLOOR (Sleeps 4)

• Gourmet Kitchen + Grand Living Spaces
• Grand living room with sliders to balcony
• Balcony dining for 6 overlooking the pool
• Luxury gourmet kitchen with oversized island
• Dining table with seating for 16
• Breakfast nook with seating for 6
• King bedroom with en-suite
• King bedroom with private balcony + en-suite
• Half bathroom

🌅 THIRD FLOOR (Sleeps 16)

• King Suites, Bunk Rooms & Rooftop Gulf Views
• Balcony with outdoor seating overlooking the pool
• Staircase to rooftop patio with Gulf views
• King bedroom with en-suite
• King bedroom with balcony + en-suite
• Large bunk room: 2 Queen beds + 2 Twin beds (shared bathroom)
• Private king suite with walk-in closet, balcony & attached bunk room (2 Twin beds) + en-suite
• Additional king suite with walk-in closet, balcony & en-suite

PARKING: This driveway can accommodate up to 6 vehicles. Please note that street parking is not permitted.

🏖️ THE BEACH EXPERIENCE

• 1 block to Tarpon Street Beach Access — quick golf cart ride
• Easy access to Scenic Gulf Hwy
• Option to visit the larger public beach near The Crab Trap restaurant
• Amenities include: covered pavilions, outdoor showers, and clean restrooms
• Perfect for families, beach days, and Gulf-front dining

THE VIP EXPERIENCE:

✨ Two Tickets Per Day For:
✔️ Big Kahuna's Water Park – Splash into fun with slides, wave pools & lazy rivers
✔️ Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf – A unique indoor putting adventure
✔️ Dolphin Cruise, Sunset Cruise & Snorkeling – Choose your perfect ocean excursion
✔️ Indoor Air Adventure Park – Platinum access to trampolines, climbing walls & more
✔️ Two Complimentary Bikes (Starting March 1st) – Explore the area at your own pace

✨ One Ticket Per Day For:
✔️ Crab Island Tiki Boat Cruise – Cruise to the famous sandbar on a floating tiki bar
✔️ Championship Golf Rounds – Tee off at Emerald Bay, Regatta Bay, Shalimar Pointe, or Windswept Dunes
✔️ Parasailing – Soar high above the Gulf for breathtaking views
✔️ Fishing Excursion – Reel in Snapper, Grouper & more

Please note, some activities may be seasonal.

WANT MORE FROM YOUR DREAM VACATION?

✔️ *Pool & Spa heating is available for $100 per day (payment required for the duration of your stay and must be heated together).
✔️ Dogs are welcome with a $200 non-refundable pet fee per dog.
✔️ High-speed, reliable internet to ensure you stay connected for work or streaming.
✔️ Access to live TV on every TV, featuring a wide selection of movies, shows, sports, and news for endless entertainment.
✔️ A personalized welcome and/or thoughtful gift provided during your stay.
✔️ Convenient starter packs provided with essentials such as toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, shampoos, and laundry detergent. (Additional items may need to be purchased)
✔️ Fresh, clean, and soft linens are provided for every stay, laundered in our in-house facility after each check-out.
✔️ Peace of mind with a $3,000 accidental damage waiver (with a $100 deductible). Some exclusions apply.
✔️ VIP services available for an added touch of convenience, including babysitting, grocery delivery, entertainment options, and more.

MEET YOUR HOST:

Destin Dreamers is your go-to choice for luxury vacation rentals in Destin, Miramar Beach, and 30A. Our motto, “Celebrating life, dreaming fully awake,” reflects our true way of life. For us, every day is a gift from God, and we cherish the time spent with friends and family. While it may seem simple, living fully awake and embracing each moment is something we consciously strive for. After thriving as a custom home builder in Colorado for 15 years, Chris Harper and his family moved to the stunning Emerald Coast. It was here that Destin Dreamers was born. Our vision is clear: to offer guests the chance to celebrate life, dreaming fully awake.

Our dedicated team is available on-site daily or reachable via call or text from 8 AM to 5 PM, six days a week, with support for emergencies on Sundays and after hours.

*Please be aware that some furniture may have been updated since the last photos were taken.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 5,905 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

486450

About the neighborhood

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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • James Lee Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Destin Commons - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions have a pool?

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

Is 🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🐬🐟 The Life Aquatic | Pool | Golf Cart | Rooftop Gulf Views | Free Excursions located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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