Book 6\/1, close to beach, gated w theater, gym, tennis, pickleball, & playground
About this house rental
Ocean Retreat Villa... Welcome to your serene escape in the prestigious gated community of Destiny East, where this exquisite 5-bedroom, single-story house awaits to be your next vacation haven. This luxurious abode is the epitome of coastal living, offering a private heated saltwater pool and spa, ensuring your stay is as relaxing as it is memorable. As you step through the doors, you’re greeted by an elegantly designed interior that exudes comfort and style. The open-plan living area is perfect for gathering with loved ones, while the state-of-the-art kitchen is ready for you to whip up gourmet meals or quick beach snacks. Each of the five bedrooms is a retreat in itself, featuring plush bedding and serene decor that invites restful slumber after a day of sun and fun. Outside, your private oasis beckons. The large heated saltwater pool is accompanied by a soothing spa, offering a tranquil spot for unwinding under the Florida sun. The pool area is surrounded by lush landscaping, creating a secluded atmosphere where you can lounge, swim, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Destiny East’s community amenities are second to none. The clubhouse is a hub of activity, housing a fully-equipped gym for those who like to stay active. The additional pool and spa provide even more space for relaxation and recreation. Sports enthusiasts will delight in the basketball, pickleball, and tennis courts, offering endless hours of friendly competition. For the little ones, a children’s playground is a safe and fun place to play and make new friends. Located just moments from the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of Destin’s renowned beaches, this property offers easy access to the best the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking to soak up the sun, explore local attractions, or indulge in fine dining and shopping, everything is within reach. This property is not just a rental; it’s a destination. A place where memories are made, laughter echoes, and relaxation is a way of life. Book your stay and experience the magic of Destin, Florida, in a home that’s as extraordinary as your vacation should be. 🌴🏡 Key Features: • 5-Bedroom Single-Story House • Private Heated Saltwater Pool & Spa • Exclusive Gated Community - Destiny East • Clubhouse with Gym, Additional Pool & Spa • Sports Courts & Children’s Playground • Close Proximity to Destin’s Beaches Your perfect getaway is waiting. Embrace the luxury, the comfort, and the joy of coastal living. Welcome to Destiny East. HOME AMENITIES: • Screened-n lanai views the salt-water pool and spa, with multi-colored lights, sun shelf, fountains, waterfalls, deck jets and bubbliers (Oct-May- Ask for quote for heating) • Lounge chairs for sunbathing by the pool • Spacious screened-in lanai with comfortable seating, and outdoor dining, plus LED lighting • Outdoor gas grill • One level of open concept, easy living & high ceilings two entertainment areas: one for adults, and one for kids with foosball, pool & hockey combo • Large dining room • Open concept, eat-in kitchen with table and breakfast bar. Al the needed pots and pans to cook a gourmet meal • Washer and dryer • 5 bedrooms – Sleeps 14: 3 kings, queen, 4 singles, queen & twin sleeper sofas • Large private master bedroom with adjustable bed, adjoining bathroom suite: dual sinks, soaking tub, tile shower and walk-in closet. • 2-Car Garage • Paved brick driveway for parking • Walking distance to the community pool and Club Destiny amenities (block away) • Close to the beach (2 min golf cart ride) • Beach and pool gear for you to use during your stay such as: chairs, mats, carts, floats and etc. • Sidewalks for walking, biking and jogging to beach with tunnel under the road • 6-Seater golf cart discounted rental • 4 bikes Ocean Retreat Villa is steps to Club Destiny, the community pool & public beach. Walk to the clubhouse with extra amenities. COMMUNITY AMENITIES: • Two community pools • Hot tub with jets • Fitness center/gym • Clubhouse • Movie theater • Tennis courts • Basketball & pickle ball courts • BBQ area with outdoor kitchen & tables • North & South gates entries/exits into the community • Walking, running and biking trails • Shaded playground for the kids BEDROOMS: (one level) BR 1: King & twin sofa bed, 1st floor master suite with full bath, sleeps 3 BR 2: King, sleeps 2 BR 3: Queen, sleeps 2 BR 4: King, sleeps 2 BR 5: 4 twins, sleeps 4 Main: Queen sofa bed for 2 THE AREA: The neighborhood is the ideal location for walking, biking, or jogging on the paved path along the Scenic 98. Destin is known for some of the best fishing, dining and golfing, in fact, it is called the "World's luckiest Fishing Village". There are many activities within minutes of this beach house. When you arrive, you will find the "House Book" - that is filled with details about shopping, fishing, local activities, dining and much more. It is convenient to many popular restaurants, shops & activities - an ideal base to explore Destin. Visit Crab Island, Destin Commons, Harbor Walk, Okaloosa Pier, Gulfarium, Baytowne Wharf, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Big Kahuna Water Park, dining, shopping, boating, biking, golfing and more - or just relax at the private pool, beach and community amenities. Reserve your vacation TODAY before your dates are taken. Check out 5B beach houses that are less than a mile away....... SouthernSandsDestin #1611020, 5b in Crystal Beach within walking distance to the beach. BeachWalkRetreat #2308626, completely renovated 5b in Crystal beach, with pool and hot tub. It is a few houses close to the beach access.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
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Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(38 Reviews)
5.0
We had a great experience, me and the family had no complaints, we received excellent communication from the Property manager and had a great stay/trip overall.
The location of the property is great, you’re pretty much centered in Destin and have easy access to anywhere you need to go. The house is very large, plenty of space for the whole family.
4.0
6 adults, 4 children, all family. House functioned very well for all of us. Great location, beautiful pool area!
5.0
Loved our stay. No issues with the home as the listing and photos are accurate. Quiet gated neighborhood. The pool was great for young kids and adult alikes. Plenty of pool floats, toys, towels available for use at the house (huge perk).
5.0
The saltwater pool did not disappoint! We all loved hanging out there. We opted to heat it for an additional cost (May visit). The hot tub was hot too. It was so nice to have our privacy. The clubhouse is close, but we preferred the private pool.
I was glad to have a big basket of beach towels for our family of 7. We went to Crab Island for an excursion and needed them.
The master suite is very nice. The rest of the house provided plenty of space for us.
We rented the use of the golf cart. We used it for a few beach runs and dinner at Pompano Joe’s. We rented the bikes. Those were pricey compared to the golf cart. We used them a few times and it was a nice way to get exercise.
Jan was communicative and helpful when needed, and prior to our trip she called to give us helpful tips and answer any questions. The Destiny East is a very nice area, safe & quiet.
Tips to future guests: bring garbage bags, toilet paper, paper towels, detergent, and maybe cooking spray if you intend to use skillet. We drove and brought a couple of pillows which we were glad to have.
5.0
This house was perfect for my family. We loved the gated community, kids enjoyed the pool. The homeowner kept in touch and responded right away when I had questions. I've been coming to Destin for over 10 years and this house is my favorite!
5.0
We had a great time staying at the property. The additional community amenities were great. Good access to the beach too.
5.0
We had a great time staying at the property. The additional community amenities were great. Good access to the beach too.
5.0
Loved Destin and loved the house. Very cozy and the pool, hot tub and beds etc. were all great. Thank you Jan!
5.0
Jan was wonderful to work with. Had a conversation with her prior to the trip and she answered questions and gave ideas for our group. Property was as described and wonderful. The spa was a treat! Golf cart rental made trips to the beach and grabbing breakfast super convenient. Definitely recommend!
5.0
Super easy to ask questions and get timely responses! Property as described! We paid extra for the golf cart, which was super fun to take to the beach. We also paid extra for the pool and spa to be heated and that was a massive plus! The pool was perfectly warm that we could all swim comfortably in late December, and the spa was excellent!
5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Destin! This home was lovely and in a beautiful neighborhood. The heated pool and hot tub were the highlights! The golf cart was perfect for the short trip to the beautiful white-sand beach! Jan was easily accessible and quite helpful! We would definitely recommend!
5.0
wonderful home in wonderful location! Whole family enjoyed stay! Jan was wonderful host who communicated very quickly with any questions we had! would highly recommend booking this house for your family
5.0
Excellent property in the middle of Destin with golf cart for the beach travel and a magnificent homeowner that was very thorough and helpful.
5.0
Ocean Retreat Villa was the perfect location for our family’s beach vacation. The lovely home provided space and a relaxation vibe for our days in Destin.
There was plenty of space for our group of 7 grandchildren and 3 adult couples: 2 comfortable living areas, 4 well-appointed bedrooms and great seating options for meals.
The kitchen was well-stocked with utensils, cooking pans, and place settings for meals. There is mealtime seating in the dining room, at a high-top table and a large eat-at island in the kitchen.
The screened in lanai is oversized and furnished with comfortable options for the group members to gather. The pool and hot tub area was a daytime and evening delight for all!
Club Destiny’s pool and gym were also enjoyed.
Our host, Jan T., provided great communication throughout the VRBO renting experience making for an awesome time.
5.0
Had a great time!
Property was clean and exactly as pictured in listing. We had a great weeklong June 2022 stay. Having the backyard pool was PERFECT for a hot week and not having to go to the beach non stop to cool off! Rent the golf cart as it makes it so so easy & fun to get to the beach in minutes, tour around the area and run to the store & ice cream shops. Many places nearby the house and pretty easy to get to - travel nearby early if you are in a rush as traffic is very very busy in late morning and afternoons. We had 9 adults and one 1 year old in our party and the house for perfect for us. We could swim and relax while the 1 year old napped. Only suggestion I would have is to supply more dishwasher tabs and garbage bags in the house. We had an amazing week!
4.0
Beach Getaway
Spa and pool enjoyable
5.0
Great stay
Excellent communication. Very nice property close to the beach.
5.0
Family Christmas 2022' Florida
Great memories!
5.0
Nice neighborhood and
Our time at this luxury home with restful and fun. Impressed by the super clean space! Pool and hot tub in the backyard were awesome. Lovely screened porch area to hangout. We were glad we heated the pool for our weekend at end of March! Had to pay extra for that and golf cart usage. Master bedroom is great and massive. We had to draw straws to see who would get it. Would be nice if all rooms had TV in case other adults want tv in rooms. Bathrooms that go with other bedrooms were kinda small for our group too. (Not much storage space for shared baths.)
Dryer had trouble drying but I believe that’s getting fixed.
Kitchen was fine for plates/silverware/bowls/cups but if you do much group cooking you may have trouble with pots/pans and food storage. We cook a lot so we’re used to stocked kitchens at home. I should stop expecting rental homes to have a stocked kitchen for the kind of cooking we do.
May want to pack your own storage containers and a big pot for crowds.
It was great to have our bikes for the neighborhood. We felt safe in the area. Easy ride to beach. Quick ride to community area but only 8 wrist bands for community area -you’ll have to buy more if you want your group to be able to enter community area together. We enjoyed pickle-ball at the community courts. Well-maintained home and community center. Easy/direct communication with home owner. Provided us with good info about the area and what to expect. Close to anything you’d need, including awesome sunsets/sunrises.
5.0
The house is beautiful but it is the salt water pool that makes the stay amazing. Not being directly on the beach was not a problem because it is an easy golf cart ride and actually made for a more private experience. Can’t wait to come back.
5.0
Super Relaxing - Amazing Pool
The house is beautiful but it is the salt water pool that makes the stay amazing. Not being directly on the beach was not a problem because it is an easy golf cart ride and actually made for a more private experience. Can’t wait to come back.
5.0
The house and private pool were exactly what we were seeking for a short New Year’s Eve stay. Jan was in contact with us from start to finish and was very polite and accommodating. The house and neighborhood was just as described- perfection. I have no complaints or negative comments. It was sincerely one of the most carefree get-always we’ve had. We hope to visit again soon. Thank you, Jan, for sharing your home with us. It was magical. Keith & Becky
5.0
Beautiful Home-Just as advertised
The house and private pool were exactly what we were seeking for a short New Year’s Eve stay. Jan was in contact with us from start to finish and was very polite and accommodating. The house and neighborhood was just as described- perfection. I have no complaints or negative comments. It was sincerely one of the most carefree get-always we’ve had. We hope to visit again soon. Thank you, Jan, for sharing your home with us. It was magical. Keith & Becky
5.0
Really enjoyed the beautiful home, owner was very helpful
5.0
Destin home
Really enjoyed the beautiful home, owner was very helpful
5.0
Great Neighborhood
Had a slight problem with the pool adjustments that cost us a few non heated pool days but we got it fixed day 3. It's a little further to the beach then I imagined. Would be a huge workout carrying coolers and chairs walking to the beach. So the golf cart is a MUST. FUN TRIP [
5.0
This is a great house for multiple families! Great layout. We loved the screened in porch and pool/hot tub.
The golf cart was a plus! Super convenient going to and from the beach and even in the neighborhood! The kids loved it! The neighborhood pool, playground, and gym are all within walking distance too.
The beach/pool accessories at the house were nice to have! Jan was easy to communicate with. I’d highly recommend this home and neighborhood!
5.0
Excellent Vacation
This is a great house for multiple families! Great layout. We loved the screened in porch and pool/hot tub.
The golf cart was a plus! Super convenient going to and from the beach and even in the neighborhood! The kids loved it! The neighborhood pool, playground, and gym are all within walking distance too.
The beach/pool accessories at the house were nice to have! Jan was easy to communicate with. I’d highly recommend this home and neighborhood!
5.0
Great place to stay and we all had a wonderful time! The salt water pool and hot tub were amazing.... loved the non chlorine option. The house was spacious and comfortable. Quick golf cart ride to the beach . If you love
a long walk it would be a lovely walk to the beach as well. We booked a Lyft to and from the VPS airport... about a 40 minute drive. Beautiful neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again. Pretty much everything we needed was provided. Don’t miss out on renting the golf cart! The owner was always just a text away to answer any questions.
5.0
Beach Paradise
Great place to stay and we all had a wonderful time! The salt water pool and hot tub were amazing.... loved the non chlorine option. The house was spacious and comfortable. Quick golf cart ride to the beach . If you love
a long walk it would be a lovely walk to the beach as well. We booked a Lyft to and from the VPS airport... about a 40 minute drive. Beautiful neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again. Pretty much everything we needed was provided. Don’t miss out on renting the golf cart! The owner was always just a text away to answer any questions.
5.0
Nice home with space for families to spread out. The golf cart was a plus to have.
5.0
Multi Family Vacation
Nice home with space for families to spread out. The golf cart was a plus to have.
5.0
Great vacation week
We had a great week at this vacation rental. Jan was very accommodating and stayed in communication with us. House is great location, not far from the beach.
5.0
This house was perfect for our recent trip to Destin. We were there from June 26 - July 3, 2021. Jan was a wonderful hostess and kept us informed about everything we needed to know leading up to the vacation stay. A few days before check-in, she even scheduled a call with me to review the details so everything went smoothly. Our family had 6 adults and 2 children (ages 2 & 4) staying in the house. There was so much room! The home is all one level, which was great with kids. It has a HUGE kitchen island that we congregated at often. It has all of the dishes, utensils, cups, glasses, bowls, etc. that you need to cook full meals. We used the plastic ones for most meals. We cooked breakfast at the house every day so we didn't have to rush out to a restaurant. We also cooked some lunches and dinners there to avoid the restaurant crowds. If you are going to eat out, I would recommend going early to mid afternoon. The waits are much less during that time. If you go out at dinner time, expect the wait to be several hours at the good restaurants. The house had a laundry room with a full size washer and dryer. It worked perfectly for the laundry we washed during the week.
Now....THE POOL....this was the best part of our whole stay. This pool is private, clean, great for little ones and adults. It has an adjoining hot tub. One thing we really liked was that the door handles on the screened doors to the pool were installed higher on the door, so the kids couldn't get out to the pool by themselves. We made great memories with the grandkids playing in the pool for hours. We rented the golf cart from Jan for the week. It was fun to ride around at night when it cooled off some. I would definitely recommend adding this to the rental. It is a brand new, 6 seater and drives great. Super convenient. Parking: We traveled from Tennessee and had 3 vehicles with us. We parked one in the garage (next to the golf cart), then a full size, crew cab pickup truck in the driveway next to a full size mini van. They fit fine in the driveway side by side, so parking isn't an issue. This house was amazing which allowed us to have a fantastic vacation! Thank you Jan for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
5.0
Best Vacation Home!
This house was perfect for our recent trip to Destin. We were there from June 26 - July 3, 2021. Jan was a wonderful hostess and kept us informed about everything we needed to know leading up to the vacation stay. A few days before check-in, she even scheduled a call with me to review the details so everything went smoothly. Our family had 6 adults and 2 children (ages 2 & 4) staying in the house. There was so much room! The home is all one level, which was great with kids. It has a HUGE kitchen island that we congregated at often. It has all of the dishes, utensils, cups, glasses, bowls, etc. that you need to cook full meals. We used the plastic ones for most meals. We cooked breakfast at the house every day so we didn't have to rush out to a restaurant. We also cooked some lunches and dinners there to avoid the restaurant crowds. If you are going to eat out, I would recommend going early to mid afternoon. The waits are much less during that time. If you go out at dinner time, expect the wait to be several hours at the good restaurants. The house had a laundry room with a full size washer and dryer. It worked perfectly for the laundry we washed during the week.
Now....THE POOL....this was the best part of our whole stay. This pool is private, clean, great for little ones and adults. It has an adjoining hot tub. One thing we really liked was that the door handles on the screened doors to the pool were installed higher on the door, so the kids couldn't get out to the pool by themselves. We made great memories with the grandkids playing in the pool for hours. We rented the golf cart from Jan for the week. It was fun to ride around at night when it cooled off some. I would definitely recommend adding this to the rental. It is a brand new, 6 seater and drives great. Super convenient. Parking: We traveled from Tennessee and had 3 vehicles with us. We parked one in the garage (next to the golf cart), then a full size, crew cab pickup truck in the driveway next to a full size mini van. They fit fine in the driveway side by side, so parking isn't an issue. This house was amazing which allowed us to have a fantastic vacation! Thank you Jan for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
5.0
We had 3 families with a total of 11 people and this was the perfect house for us! The house was gorgeous and the pool made it even better! The golf cart is a must and helped so much with getting to the beach and finding parking at the beach.
5.0
Perfect house for our needs
We had 3 families with a total of 11 people and this was the perfect house for us! The house was gorgeous and the pool made it even better! The golf cart is a must and helped so much with getting to the beach and finding parking at the beach.
5.0
Highly Recommend
Amazing house, perfect for a family vacation! Location is close to the beach & the pool is perfect!
5.0
Beautiful house
We loved this house! There are 5 bedrooms so we had plenty of room for our family. The pool is amazing & the property is close to the beach & restaurants. So many things were supplied with the house & communication was great! We hope to come back soon!
4.0
Great Vacation
Great vacation, great pool and hot tub and house. Great location and neighborhood.
Just know that even though the house says sleeps 12, you'll have to pay $$ for cleaning due to being over 10 people. While I have stayed at many rental homes and to request to strip the beds is normal. What's not normal is requesting the guest to start the bath towels laundry. Also, if you don't wash the pool towels prior to leaving you'll have another fee.
Overall I give this house 4 out 5 due to the extra $$ for cleaning and doing laundry for the cleaning company.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Destin?
The average price for a rental in Destin is $473 per night. This rental is $512 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Book 6\/1, close to beach, gated w theater, gym, tennis, pickleball, & playground. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Book 6\/1, close to beach, gated w theater, gym, tennis, pickleball, & playground. Enjoy the water!
Is Book 6\/1, close to beach, gated w theater, gym, tennis, pickleball, & playground pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Book 6\/1, close to beach, gated w theater, gym, tennis, pickleball, & playground?
We found 16 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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