Summary:
Salty Skipper | Beach Views | Heated Pool | Tiki Bar | 2 Kitchen & Living Areas -- Home updated/upgraded in 2024!
Salty Skipper, Home Features:
• 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath - Available for up to 16 Guests!
• 2 Kitchens, Oyster Bar, and Tiki Bar with Grill
• Private Heated Pool and Tiki Bar
• Upgraded In-Home Game Room
• Free WiFi, Smart TVs Throughout
*Winter "Snowbird" rates available. Message for priority pricing.
*Available for events, fee applies.
*Pool Heated by request, fee applies.
*Pet Friendly, fee applies per pet.
Please SEE: Other Things to Note
For Area Details, Please SEE: Where You'll Be (Located under the map!)
The Space:
Welcome to The Salty Skipper Beach Home!
This brand newly remodeled modern coastal luxury home is conveniently located right next to the beach!
****2024 Updates coming are a 6br\5ba completely redone in a coastal Spanish style. Upgraded game room, brand new kitchen and bathrooms throughout. An oyster bar, outside Tiki themed bar with game room, new floors, expanded driveway and interior staircase to access both levels!****
This spacious two story home features 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, a spacious balcony overlooking the beach and gulf of mexico with an assortment of adirondack chairs. It also features a huge swimming pool where you can sit and feel the warm gulf breezes! This is just 1 home directly back from the beach so getting there couldn't be easier or safer for the family and beach access is directly off your street.
***We do have snowbird rates for the winter so please send a message for priority pricing***
Home layout: Sleeps 16
First floor: Sleeps 12
King master suite 1 with private bathroom (sleeps 2)
King master suite 2 with private bathroom (sleeps 2)
Bunk room with 2 sets of queen over queen bunks (sleeps 8)
Large deck with seating
Huge private swimming pool
1st living room with deep sitting sectional sofa, 70" Flatscreen Smart TV.
Fully stocked Kitchen
Second Floor: Sleeps 4
King master suite 3 with bathroom (sleeps 2)
King master suite 4 with bathroom (sleeps 2)
Spacious private balcony with adirondacks overlooking the gulf of mexico
2nd living room with deep sitting sectional sofa, 70" Flatscreen Smart TV.
Fully stocked Kitchen
Dining room with large table and chairs.
Laundry Room
Guests are in short walking distance to nearly everything!
From big kahuna water park to the newly expanded Destin Commons mall and popular family attractions. It is a brief walk to several restaurants.
It is a 1 mile drive from Destin Commons and just 5 miles from the premier golf courses of Sandestin and a variety of world renowned courses in the area. 5 miles from Destin's Harborwalk Village, the home of the largest charter fishing fleet in Florida and a hub for a variety of water sports and fishing activities. There's bowling, movie theaters, shopping, water parks, putt putt, arcades and more all within a 5 mile radius!
Guest Access:
We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. 850 Vacations by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.
• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.
Rent in combination with Captains Quarters, Castaway Castle, Navigators Nest or Sun Kissed for larger families!
Available for Events (See Other Things to Note for fees/terms.)
- Weddings
- Reunions
- Corporate Functions
- Multiple Family Gatherings
The Neighborhood:
Known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk, Destin is located in northwest Florida, or the Panhandle. Destin is known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village." From fishing, beaches and water sports to golf, theme parks and aquariums. There's something for everyone to have an amazing vacation experience!
Things to See:
• Local Experiences: Destin History & Fishing Museum, Gator Beach - The World's Greatest Alligator Park, IntraCoastal Experience, Mobile Sports Banana Boat Rides
• Local Restaurants & Shopping
- Restaurants: Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House, Boathouse Oyster Bar, The Harbor Tavern, The Back Porch, Bric à Brac
- Shops: Destin Commons, Shoreline Village Mall, Shoppes at Paradise Isle, Crystal Beach Plaza & more!
Annual Festivals & Events:
• Destin Fishing Rodeo
• Destin Seafood Festival
• Baytowne Beer Festival (Known as the "Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast")
• Harbor Destin Boat Parade
• 30A Songwriters Festival
• Sandestin Gumbo Festival
• Mardi Gras Dog Parade
• Fat Tuesday Baytowne Bash Parade
• Sandestin Triathlon
• Baytowne Wharf Art Walk
• Bloody Mary Festival at The Market Shops at Sandestin
We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!
Okaloosa County (Destin, FL) Short-Term Rental Registration No. #STR-018569-2024
Getting Around:
You'll find that Downtown Destin is easily walkable with access to dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment. Guests have access to 13 beaches in the region! Bikes/Cycling or taking public transportation are alternate options. While you may be traveling by your/rental vehicle, if you need additional transportation or nearest airport information, we have you covered!
Traveling to/around Destin, Florida:
• Fort Walton Beach Greyhound Station (8 miles west of Destin)
• Emerald Coast Rider (EC Rider)
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Destin Sunrise Taxi, City Cab Destin, 654Taxi]
• Uber, Lyft
• Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Coastal Cruisers, Fun Pug Bike Rentals, Rent Gear Here, Sweet Escape Rentals, Telluride Sports]
Airports:
• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) [8 miles north-northwest of downtown Destin]
• Pensacola International Airport (PNS) [60 miles west of Destin]
• Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) [50 miles east of Destin]
Popular Landmarks:
• Destin Harbor Boardwalk
• Indian Temple Mound Museum
• The Wesley House at Eden Gardens State Park
• Civil War Exhibits
Interaction with Guests:
Our goal is that your vacation exceed your expectations. 850 Vacations by Portoro communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 14 days (or less) prior to arrival date. We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check in. We do typically check in with guests by text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions. We are available to guests 24/7 for any inquiries.