Miramar Beach Condos

The Very Best of East Destin

Posted on 8/12/2011

Ocean Reef Resorts offers our guests an amazing variety of private condominium vacation rentals in Miramar Beach along the jewel toned waters of The Emerald Coast. Are you interested in staying at a place that looks like a giant sandcastle, a luxury cruise ship, a high-rise Vegas styled tower, an old Florida styled "cabin" or one resort that sits on a Tropical lagoon?

The Majestic Sun would be your choice if you like sandcastles! This towering Miramar Beach luxury tower faces the sun directly above the broad, sugar white beach and the shimmering gulf waters which extend all the way to the southern horizon. The Majestic Sun's awesome architecture includes a spectacular arch which rises up in the middle of the tower and is open to both sides creating the sandcastle look. Underneath the arch is a heated indoor swimming pool with a three story, covered cathedral ceiling and a wall of glass that provides dramatic views of the gulf. You may swim out of this space to the outdoors where it rises several feet above the connecting outdoor pool which has a nice open sundeck and a pair of hot tubs. Directly across the street is the gulf with a long palm strewn promenade providing easy access to the beach below. Behind the Majestic Sun is the lagoon dotted Seascape Golf Course and eight professional tennis courts where Ocean Reef guests are provided with complimentary discounts. There is also a Fitness Center with a wide assortment of aerobic and weight machines. We have seventeen private one, two and three bedroom vacation rental condos to choose from here. They are all decorated in various styles from chic contemporary to traditional Florida beach motifs. Each one has a private southern facing balcony so you may enjoy the ocean breezes and the sound of the surf when the waves are big. Full open kitchens with breakfast bars look out into the open dining and living room with gulf views. With sleeper sofas included, these units can sleep anywhere from six to twelve guests since some also have bunk beds.

If a high-rise Vegas styled Miramar Beach condo is more your speed, then you will want to check out the towers of Ariel Dunes I and Ariel Dunes II which are nearby. Each unlighted building is capped by multiple columned porticoes on the top which resemble classical styled Roman temples. Ariel Dunes sits back about 200 yards from the 2,000 linear feet of the sparkling white sand beach it shares with the Majestic Sun. There are four gargantuan sized swimming pools throughout the complex (2 for each building) with over 23,000 square feet of watery refreshment. Two of them extend around the base of Ariel Dunes I giving the illusion that the building is almost floating above the water from a distance. This pool has a "zero entry" at the shallow end which is great for kids since it also has a mushroom shaped waterfall that splashes down into the pool below. Ariel Dunes II also features 2 pools of its own. Casual poolside drinks and dining are available at the Cabana Cafe in case you are in the mood for a frozen Margarita with your fresh seafood entree' or burger. Grills are also available near the pools which are perfect for creating your own surf n turf feast. There is a totally remodeled, state of the arts Fitness Center on site at Ariel Dunes II and Ariel Dunes I has access to an off-site facility. Here too, the golf course and tennis courts are within easy walking distance with Ocean Reef guest discounts at Seascape. We have six two bedroom, two bath properties as well as two one bedroom, one bath units. Each condo has nine foot ceilings with an eight foot tall sliding glass door in the living area that offers sweeping views of the southern facing balconies. Units are upscale with granite counter tops and open kitchens with breakfast bars to accommodate extra guests. The dining and living areas are combined. Most have views of the palmed, gated entry with the gulf extending beyond that between other luxury towers. This gives this setting a chic, urbane Miami Beach look but with pure white Miramar Beach sand instead of the Atlantic version which is beige.

Perhaps you desire a two story Florida styled version of a cabin. If so then the Sea Cabins may be the place for you in Miramar Beach.  These are also located in the same area as the luxury towers on Scenic Gulf Drive but are a little more laid back and feature nostalgic styling and decor. The light green and white trimmed exteriors blend in well with the landscaped grounds which include multiple tables scattered around for family picnics. There is also a seasonally heated community pool in the center as well as a gulf side pavilion that looks down on a small private beach with gated entry. These properties all have one bedroom and one or two baths but can accommodate up to six guests with the use of sleeper sofas and/or bunk beds. The living and dining areas as well as the open kitchen are all downstairs with an adjacent patio outside. Some have a cozy separate bunk nook for the kids, some of which can sleep up to four with twin bunk beds. The main Master Suite and private bath (in select condos) are all upstairs. All are comfortably furnished with varying types of flooring which includes tile, carpeting or hardwoods. Rates here are a great value with rentals starting at $775 per week during the Summer high season which runs from late May thru late July. In the off season, which runs from late October thru early March , they are available for as little as $349 per week.

Perhaps the most elegant condo available here is Sea Cabins 6A. This Miramar Beach condo has honey colored hardwood flooring and is very tastefully decorated with a large caramel colored couch that doubles as a queen sized sleeper. A round, wrought iron glass topped dining table seats four. The updated kitchen has sleek, black counter tops with parchment colored cabinets and a two toned tiled floor which gives this area a fashionable bistro look. The Master Suite has a queen sized, decorative metal framed bed adjoining a private bath with a granite topped vanity. There is also a nook downstairs with a twin bed that has a trundle pullout underneath. Like almost all of the condos at Sea Cabins, it is just a short stroll to the pool and beach.

Looking to spend time on a landlubber's version of a luxury cruise ship in Miramar Beach? If so then the iconic Edgewater Resort is where you and your family should stay. This building is a Southern Riviera duplicate of the original which is located on the French Riviera! The curved exterior of this architectural masterpiece looks like the sides of a sleek ocean liner with stepped down open terraces that point out towards the gulf.  The gulf side crescent curves graciously around a lush tropically landscaped setting which looks like a private paradise by the sea. The open walkway balconies on this side have vine plantings which cascade down the side giving it a kind of Hanging Gardens of Babylon look. The grounds rise up slightly above the beach below giving guests a panoramic view of the gulf across the expansive green lawns which have island like clusters of palm trees accentuating the landscape. The reflection pool has huge colorful Koi fish swimming happily around and is a delight to all. The two swimming pools have a waterfall nearby along with an over-sized bubbling hot tub. Edgewater has over 420 linear feet of sparkling white, quartz crystal beach with a the Tiki Bar & Grill flanking the gulf and twin pools. This is the perfect place to relax, sip on an icy cold beverage, enjoy a munch and watch all the beach and poolside action. Edgewater also has a Fitness Center, a kid's playground, basketball court, shuffleboard and even a miniature golf course.

Here Edgewater 205 is a one bedroom, one bath unit that is at ground level with a patio that has gorgeous views across the landscaped green lawns. This condo is beautifully furnished with pleasing light pastel colors in creams and rose. Triple paneled sliding glass doors take advantage of the southerly gulf views. A white European styled dining table seats four and sits under a hip looking domed chandelier. Two decorative bar seats face an open kitchen. The Master Suite has a king sized bed and more sweeping views of the gulf. A sleeper sofa allows for up to four guests.

Condos 711 and 1002 are both two bedroom, two bath condos which sleep up to six. Edgewater 711 is bright with pleasing blue and white nautical colors for the living area decor. A wall of mirrors provides additional views reflecting the sunny gulf waters. The Master Suite has private balcony access and of course a private bath. Edgewater 1002 has salmon colored living area furnishings accented by gleaming bluish slate like flooring. This unit has great pool and gulf views with more mirrored walls that create a spacious look and reflect the beauty from outside. These two Miramar Beach condos can sleep up to six guests each.

Edgewater 1207 is a three bedroom, three bath deluxe unit on the twelfth floor with its own large, very impressive terrace for sunning and panoramic views since it juts out facing the gulf. Light parchment colored, travertine marble floors give the whole place a rich upscale look. A big L shaped beige couch accommodates a sleeper and is adjacent to a striped lounging chair complete with an ottoman. The sophisticated looking kitchen has angled walls, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a built in bar with decorative diamond shaped inlays of three different kinds of marble. The elegant Master Suite has a king sized bed with access to the gulf front open garden terrace. One of the guest rooms is so large it actually has two queen sized beds. A nice second guest suite has a comfortable queen sized bed with a luxurious looking, cream satin bedspread. This deluxe property sleeps up to eight fortunate guests.

Want to stay in a place that arks around a tropical lagoon on one of the highest elevations on The Emerald Coast? If so, then you have got to try the Amalfi Coast or at least our Florida version of the Italian original. This popular spot sits on eight and one half acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on Scenic Gulf Drive near our other condos. The elevation here was created by an old dune which used to be used by mariners to mark this part of the beach apart from the adjacent flats. The gated beach access across the street from the Amalfi Coast takes full advantage of this height with an old fashioned Observation Gazebo which sits above the long staircase that leads down to the beach. The condo complex wraps around twin swimming pools which are elevated above a natural lagoon with a festive fountain. A graceful, arching pedestrian bridge from the pool area crosses over the lagoon and past the palm trees to take you to the beach. All eighteen of our Ocean Reef Resort vacation rentals here face this lush tropical oasis. The simultaneous views of the twin pools, lush landscaping, lagoon and grassy lawns with the gulf in the distance are quite stunning. Your variety of choices here include: Two units with one bedroom, one bath; Fourteen with two bedrooms, two baths; One three bedroom with two baths and One three bedroom, three bath unit. All have fully equipped kitchens, nine foot ceilings, open dining and living areas, a hallway cove that includes bunk beds (in select condos), full sized washers and dryers as well as the covered balconies. Even the one bedroom units can sleep up to six guests since you have the hallway bunk beds and sleeper sofas. The two bedroom units generally sleep eight and the three bedroom units have room for up to ten guests.

Even though these featured condominiums all have their own unique architectural styles and settings, they do all share one thing in common which is a fantastic location in Miramar Beach. Located half way between Destin and Scenic 30A in South Walton you have the best of both worlds so to speak, due to its conveniently centralized location. Scenic Gulf Drive has beachfront dining just minutes away at The Whale's Tail, Pompano Joe's, Captain Dave's and The Crab Trap. The largest Designer Outlet in the nation, Silver Sands, is also located in Miramar Beach.  A multitude of restaurants, shops, galleries and live entertainment abound nearby at Sandestin, Baytowne Wharf and on Grand Boulevard.

So which one of these condominiums is most interesting to you, the "sandcastle", "Vegas tower", "cabin", "ship" or "tropical lagoon"? Enjoy taking a tour of our pictorials and choose the Miramar Beach condo that suits you and your family best. It is our great pleasure here at Ocean Reef to provide guests and families with a wide assortment of fine, private vacation rental properties to choose from. Welcome to your new and unique abode away from home here in fabulous Miramar Beach!

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