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Three-stories w/private pool, hot tub, game room, & more!

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A heated pool
Property grounds
Beach
A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Destin, FL
  • Destin Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Three-stories w/private pool, hot tub, game room, & more!

This home stands out by offering a game room and an elevator.

Come stay steps away from the beach at Castle by the Sea. This stunning six-bedroom, five-bathroom home sleeps up to 20 guests, has 4,400 square feet of living space, a private elevator, and offers partial gulf views. Relax and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather in the private backyard, where the BBQ master can prepare a delicious meal in the outdoor kitchen while the family swims in the private pool with jets on the tanning ledge and LED lights to illuminate a nighttime swim, or unwinds in the spillover spa that is perfectly situated to enjoy the outdoor television.

A grand foyer welcomes you as you enter the nautical inspired first floor. A game room with an air hockey table and plenty of comfortable furniture around a large flat-screen TV can be found in the living area. The guest bedroom on this floor features a queen bed, flat-screen TV, and connecting bathroom with a walk-in shower that is wheelchair accessible. The bunk room includes a twin over twin bunk bed and a full over full bunk bed plus another flat screen TV. For additional sleeping options on this floor there is a sleeper sofa in the living room.

The second floor is decorated in soft blue and green coastal hues while natural light floods the open floor plan. The large fully equipped kitchen offers granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, allowing multiple chefs the ability to work together in this space. Gather around the beautiful dining table, breakfast table, or kitchen island which plays host to five unique alligator stools to accommodate everyone for a wonderful meal. Off the living area is a covered balcony with additional outdoor seating. The first master bedroom is found off the dining room and features a king bed, flat screen TV, access to the balcony, plus an attached bathroom with double vanity, walk-in shower and soaking tub.

The remaining three bedrooms can be found on the third floor. There is a king bedroom and queen bedroom which both have flat screen TVs and their own private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The main master bedroom features a king bed, flat screen TV, and balcony access. The gorgeous master bathroom features custom seahorse vanities, a large walk-in shower, and soaker tub. Completing this floor is a spacious balcony with a wet bar and rooftop terrace access.

For added convenience, this home includes a washer and dryer, four beach chairs and wagon, and complimentary beach service in season. Come make unforgettable memories at Castle by the Sea.

BEDDING SUMMARY:

First Floor Bunk Room: Full over Full Bunk Bed and Twin over Twin Bunk Bed

First Floor Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

First Floor Living Area: Sleeper Sofa

Second Floor Master Bedroom: King Bed

Third Floor Master Bedroom: King Bed

Third Floor Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Third Floor Guest Bedroom: King Bed

Complimentary Beach Service Included: March 1 to October 31

For the pool to be heated during your stay, we require at least 48-hour notice before your arrival to ensure the pool has time to reach the proper temperature of 88 degrees Fahrenheit. The pool heat charge is $50 per day of your reservation. This home is equipped with a gas-based pool heater, which can operate as intended regardless of outdoor temperature.

Need more space without more stress? Sun N' Sea Sanctuary and Casa Di Amore are located nearby and perfect for groups who want to stay close together!

Dunes of Destin is a beachfront neighborhood in the heart of Destin. Featuring a private beach access, this location is truly a hidden gem without the crowds. The main focal point in the neighborhood is the beautiful lake that features fountains that are lit at night. Guests have access to the boardwalk for a leisurely stroll across the lake, gazebo, and a community pool. Come see why Dunes of Destin is perfect for your next beach vacation.

This professionally managed Destin vacation rental is brought to you by Compass Resorts, a locally owned and operated company dedicated to delivering consistent, exceptional quality. Your vacation is our priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations every step of the way. To ensure convenience and comfort, we provide a welcome kit of essential amenities such as trash can liners, small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, dish sponge, a roll of paper towels, laundry detergent, bathroom paper, and facial soap for our guests. Guests will also receive a complementary Sojo amenity kit with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in Compass’s own signature scent. For longer stays, we recommend purchasing additional supplies to meet your specific needs.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Destin Beaches. You'll find features like an arcade/game room. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Steps from Destin Beaches and 11 minutes by foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Compass Resorts

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool

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

  • Unit size: 4,400 square feet

Policies

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Three-stories w/private pool, hot tub, game room, & more! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Florida!
My family and I had an amazing stay at this property! The location was AMAZING!! Close to everything and literally across from the beach. It would have been even better if the weather had been sunny! But we made the best of it. I think there was a little confusion on the sleeper sofas as we didn’t find one of them in the home however there were still plenty of beds for everyone to sleep comfortably! Communication with the host was top tier! I’d certainly stay here again and recommend it to others staying in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, real close to beach.
This was a great house to stay at and was very close to the beach. The communication with Compass resorts was amazing. They were quick to jump on any issues, or answer any questions we had. They took care of any of the headaches on a vacation. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
New appliances , great beach access , kids loved the pool and community pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanne w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dunes of Destin
We have been coming to this subdivision for many years. We love the location & private beach! The house is large enough to accommodate our family with a private restroom for each. With plenty of family area to sit & catch up. The group wants to return next year for the same week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

michael c., Snellville Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Higher expectations
The house was nice. I think when you list that you have a hot tub you should really emphasize that you must pay separately to have it heated. Not in some fine print. The swimming pool was littered with flowers from a tree the first day and was cleaned out after the second day Other than the small snake found on the first floor .. it was a good stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ash R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2024
This beach house was beautiful, exactly as listed! The location was perfect, we never drove more than 10 minutes to get anywhere and the beach was literally a few steps away! There was 10 of us and we all slept comfortably, each couple having a room to themselves! The only con was the Wi-Fi, my daughter didn’t get to watch her favorite YouTube channel each morning. Other than that, this house was perfection!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor M., Robins Air Force Base Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property for our type of Stay
Everyone couple had their own room and bathroom. If you get the pool heated, make sure they turn the heat on 2 days prior to your arrival. Excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal multi-family location
We had 3 families- 3 couples and 7 kids. There was ample room for everyone. The beach was a very short walk across the private community street. When the kids were tired of the beach, they swam at the pool and played tons of air hockey at the house. We went to the nearby water park one day. There were numerous other nearby attractions that we considered visiting but everyone had so much fun at the house, we spent most of the time there. Property management promptly sent assistance when we had a little trouble figuring out the elevator (it came in handy for luggage and groceries) and were quick to handle a wasp nest on the balcony. Overall, it was a really great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2023
Great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacay Home!
Great location - Great Views - Very spacious and luxurious feel - Will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joe A.

Great Time
Awesome area and property in good condition. Real close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wende C., Williamstown,Ma.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
The house was great. The location was perfect. The beach was amazing and just a few steps away. We had 6 adults and 7 children ages 6 to 14. There was plenty of room. The few notes. The area with the bunkbeds is actually in a small area immediately off the garage. No big deal but not a room so be aware. There are no beach towels so we had to buy some and leave them there. Minor things that didnt impact our time but just FYI. The management was responsive to any calls we made . Lots of activities and restaurants close by. I would absolutely come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed
This house was a huge disappointment due to misrepresentation and poor maintenance. It should be taken out of service for major renovation as eight other houses now have underway on this block. This is a five bedroom house not a six. The bunk beds are in an alcove with the garage door opening into the space. No clothes storage, no privacy and no one in our group would use the top bunks because they were so close to the ceiling. The bathroom door on the first floor, the busiest floor in the house, would not close making it unusable for the entire week. Three different repair men attempted to fix it unsuccessfully. Also, one light will not turn off. The spa and pool heaters didn’t work for three days before repair, so it could not be used. The pool tv needed replacement which was done the third day. The ice maker had mold and coffee maker did not work. This was corrected the second day. Many exterior lights needed new bulbs which were replaced the second day after we identified. The grille burners are rusted out making it unusable. Many other similar issues indicate the owner’s disinterest in reinvestment. The management company was responsive and staff friendly but for the very high price paid for this house, it should not be up to the guests to identify problems vs. proactive maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Solid house
House was good, came for a bachelor party. Hot tub doesn’t get very hot and the internet didn’t work, but other than that no real issues. Location was great and beach was beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

alejandro s.

Pretty good
Was a good place pool could of been better and the tvs also
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., Eagle River, AK, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time in Florida
We really enjoyed our time together! The house is beautiful and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Danette S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible from day 1
Day 1-No hot water in guest bath 3rd floor, bed broke in guest bedroom 3rd floor. Pool not heating. Day 2-Still no hot water, pool not heating, Water leaking from ceiling in 2nd floor master. Only thing done was water mopped up and bucket placed under leak. Could not sleep in that room the remainder of the trip. Day 3-Water still leaking from ceiling...they brought a bigger bucket. Pool still not heating!!! Still no hot water in 3rd floor guest bath. Day 4-Water still leaking from ceiling and now from window. Water all over floor so they brought a tote to catch the water. Pool barely warm enough for kids to get in. Day 5-Water still leaking from ceiling. They said it was the hot water heater from upstairs but plumber couldn't get replaced just yet. POOL COLD AGAIN TODAY!!!! Day 6-Could not wait to check out of this place! The furniture in this house is so broken down that we had to put pillows on them to keep from sinking down! This house was nothing that was advertised. We had 5 different repair people in during the week with nothing resolved! After numerous complaints, they are supposed to be refunding a portion of our money! My kids saved up all year to go on this trip and it was the worst vacation we have ever taken! We will not be returning!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Becca D.

Great
Our stay was great although there were a couple things that needed to be fixed, such as one of the bedrooms did not have heat. And 2 of the bathrooms did not have hot water.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Wonderful location and property. My only complaint would be that the hot tub is actually a “spillover spa.” So it didn’t get hot, only warm. Management was quick to respond to us regarding this matter though. Overall, it was a pleasant stay for a large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Destin Location
Easy 300 feet walk to beach with sweet house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Benjamin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was great
Need better communication
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This was a great set up, close to beach and town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the location, house was great.
We had a great time. The location was everything, easy access to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022