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Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool.

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On the beach, sun-loungers
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Marina
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
In the heart of Destin, SOUTHBAY #79 offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy the 300 ft private white sand beach just a short walk away, or unwind by the heated pool. This townhome condo features high-speed WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and cookware for gourmet meals.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool.

Townhome condo In heart of Destin
-SOUTHBAY #79. Gulf side of lake. -Short 3 minute (200 yard) walk to private beach. 1 minute walk to pool. -Gated complex.
-300 ft private, pristine white sand beach
-Umbrella/2-chair set-up on beach included (March 1-Oct 31 weather permitting).
-Individually owned/managed- deal with the owner, Patrick McCaghren, avoiding management company fees.
-Pool heated February 1 thru spring break (mid-April)
-14 acre private family oriented resort, Southbay by the Gulf
-Located in gated, beach-side section of resort, south of private lake
-Close to restaurants, supermarkets, shopping, fishing out of Destin Harbor, numerous golf courses
-Condo (#79) is a short 3 min, 200 yard walk to the beach. (There is not a beach view.)
-3 minute walk to our private beach thru the property ... no crossing of streets to get there
Very peaceful and quiet - no Hwy 98 road noise
-Hi speed WIFI
-Two story townhome - drive up to front door - no high-rise elevator hassle!
-Living/dining/kitchen/half bath/laundry/patio on main level
-Large brick patio with charcoal grill and private back view
-Front and rear hoses for sand rinsing
-Living room with 57" ROKU streaming TV with soundbar
-Queen-size sleeper sofa
-Fully equipped Kitchen with refrigerator/icemaker.
Electric smooth-top range, Bosch dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, blender, standard drip coffee maker, Keurig coffee maker, French press, coffee grinder, "Whirley Top" popcorn maker, griddle
-Master bedroom (queen size bed - with private bath on upper level
-2nd bedroom (queen size bed - with shared bath on upper level
-3rd bedroom (twin beds - with shared bath on upper level)
-ROKU streaming TVs in all bedrooms
-Owner's personal vacation home
-1,289 sf
-Five acre fresh-water lake on property (Stocked with bass and brim - catch and release fishing)
-Condo (#79) located between lake and beach
-Short walk to the private beach, pool and tennis courts
-Setup of one umbrella and two chairs included. (Additional beach chairs/umbrellas available for rent.)
-Pool is typically heated the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas. Also heated from February 1 thru Spring Break, around Mid-April.

HOUSE RULES
Everyone in your party should be over 25 or be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 25. This is a family oriented resort not appropriate for spring breakers.
-No pets, no smoking. Pet and smoke free.
-Check-in after 4 PM. Check-out before 10 AM.
NO TENTS ALLOWED ON THE BEACH AT SOUTHBAY

Keywords: condo, townhome, townhouse, beach, pool pool

Property manager

Patrick McCaghren

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pickleball courts
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Rate quoted is for six guests. 7th and 8th guests are $10/night additional each.
Two parking spaces in front of condo. No trailers/boats on property - short term rental spaces available nearby

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Townhouse Condo Heart Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Heart Destin. Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Heart Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Condo Heart Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Heart Destin. Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Condo Heart Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Heart Destin. Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
Townhouse Heart Private Beach. Umbrella/chair Setup
3 Min Walk To Private Destin
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Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach.
Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. Destin

About the area

Located in Destin, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pancakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. have a pool?

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

Is Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. located?

Located in Destin, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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Townhouse condo. 3 min walk to private beach. 1 min walk to pool. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 322 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Destin

Nice relaxing vacation
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Overall clean and organized property. Very conveniently located by pool and beach access. Owner was extremely communicative and easy to reach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spacious rooms and bathrooms

Comfortable and great beds. Plenty of items in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jana c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location, and comfortable beds!

We enjoyed our get away so much, the kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals. The beds were phenomenal, all 5 of us noticed how great the beds were!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked well
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

beth c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin

Property was very clean. Patrick the owner was easy to communicate with. I appreciated that he engaged directly with me about codes, checking in and out. It was also accurate that the condo was a three minute walk to the beach with access to beach chairs and an umbrella.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Great Condo, exactly as stated
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pleasant getaway

Cozy property for a family of 4 to get away & enjoy the beach with just a short walking distance -- beautiful ocean sights & sounds. The sunsets are amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

Excellent time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House and Location!

We had 8 of us visit for the New Year and loved our stay! It was so close to the private beach. Super short, easy walk to get there. We also loved having access to a pickle ball court. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaetina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

it was a nice place. Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We had an amazing time in Florida. The condo was perfect. Close to the beach and pool. It was very nice and clean. I would definitely rent this condo again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This was the perfect place. It was close to everything, pool, beach, attractions, etc. The private beach with the beach chair and umbrella was a major plus. Nice quiet gated neighborhood. We would definitely stat here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daiana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place

Great experience, everything was really clean...Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend's trip away

Patrick was prompt and courteous to reply. We would stay there again. The condo was clean and past renters left supplies, such as spices, etc
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay in Destin

Nice townhouse to stay in that is close to everything Destin has to offer. For a place that is rented weekly by different families, it was clean. It could use a few more cooking skillets and wash rags. It was a little dated on the inside, but still nice enough for a great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach.

Very homey apartment with all the amenities for a fun vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time visiting

Great first stay on Destin. Close to beach and property manager was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

The condo had everything we needed. The location was amazing. The chairs and umbrella included was a big bonus. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luther O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piece of Paradise

Restful quite and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This was a great property.Had a wonderful time and host was in constant contact. We had everything we needed to start our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Overall enjoyed our weekend stay. Patrick was very responsive to all accommodations needed on our stay. Beach Access within walking distance as well as the pool. Awesome condo to book for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The Condominium was clean. We really enjoyed how close we were to the Beach. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, condo had everything we needed need

We had an enjoyable stay, condo looks exactly as picured. Short walk to beach and close to pool. Great location close to everything! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Great place. Very clean. Perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023