Destin & 30A Gulf View Vacation Rentals

Our guests at Ocean Reef Resorts come from all over the world to experience the uniquely beautiful beaches here in Destin and along South Walton's 30A. Our vacation rentals come in all shapes and styles. The one thing that defines every beach property is its proximity to the beach. The most expensive are beachfront and lookout directly to the jewel-toned waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The least costly rentals are just a short stroll to the shore. Right in the middle, you'll find Gulf View accommodations!

Sort of like Goldie-Locks and the three bears. Our Gulf View properties are just right. Just the right distance off the beach so you can still see the water. Just close enough so you can even hear the waves in some places. From your rooftop balcony, you'll see and hear all the sights and sounds coming off of the beach, and it's all just steps away.

Gulf View accommodations are, in most cases, very close to the beach, just a few steps away, down a sandy path to the shore. They say the destination is the journey, and there are few walks more pleasant than the one you take down to the beach. When you stay in a Gulf View rental, things are just a little easier. If you forget a cold beverage or need a beach chair, you can simply stroll back and get it, no need to jump in the car or the golf cart.

So when you are ready to choose your next Destin or 30A vacation rental, go ahead and select Gulf View; you'll be glad you did. You can walk to the beach, or you can just sit on your porch and enjoy all the splendor the Gulf has to offer. Ocean Reef offers a vacation rental for everyone. Pick one of these and enjoy the view.

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Majestic Sun Condo Rentals in Destin, Florida, combine spectacular Gulf views, direct beach access, and exclusive resort amenities for an unforgettable vacation. Located within the prestigious Seascape Resort in Miramar Beach, Majestic Sun is one of the area’s most recognizable beachfront towers. Built in 2001, this landmark features two twel
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1 - 5 BR
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Among the tallest condo buildings in Miramar Beach, Ariel Dunes I and Ariel Dunes II feature truly breathtaking vistas.   Located a short stroll directly south of Ariel Dunes I is the stunning white sand beaches of Northwest Florida's Gulf of Mexico.  To the north, the expansive golf course at Seascape and glimpses of the C
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1 - 4 BR
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Enjoy your next beach vacation at Destin Pointe in this fabulous vacation home that includes five bedrooms and accommodates up to 12 fortunate guests. Set within one of Destin's most exclusive gated communities, LoneStar Sandcastle offers an elevated experience with modern coastal design, luxury amenities, and the kind of natural beauty that makes
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This unique Destin vacation home is aptly named since it houses a refreshing indoor swimming pool. It is also very close to the sugary shores of Miramar Beach. It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the ability to sleep up to seventeen fortunate guests. The rental is comfortably furnished and loaded with wonderful creature comforts. The Pool Hou
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This magnificent vacation residence in fashionable Crystal Shores of Destin received a dazzling and massive remodel in 2023 making the home more updated and welcome. All six bedrooms have been updated, all bathrooms remodeled, and a new open concept state of the art kitchen now faces the family area. This vacation home offers all new Samsung S
Blue Water Escape
6 BR
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Someone left a tackle box on a snowdrift in Miramar Beach? Well, not exactly. In this case, Tackle Box is the name of a fresh nine-bedroom beach-view vacation home on Snowdrift Road in Destin's Miramar Beach. We rarely ever get snow down here along the Emerald Coast, but the address here is aptly named since the dunes and beach beyond do indeed res
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9 BR
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Emerald Waters offers family-friendly accommodations that are optimally located in Destin's Miramar Beach. Only steps from the sugar white sand, this low-rise modern condo complex features a handful of two bedroom vacation rentals. Each unit is professionally decorated, hosts contemporary appointments, and offers either a private patio or a ba
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These newly completed Santa Rosa Beach vacation rental properties provide a privileged low-density setting with only 44 total residences in a four-story tall complex. Two-bedroom condos encompass an average of 1,045 square feet, while the three-bedroom units average between 1,600 and 1,812 square feet. These vacation rental properties can accommoda
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This upscale four-bedroom vacation home in Dune Allen Beach can comfortably sleep up to 15 fortunate beach-going guests with multiple beds. Its outstanding location is close to Stallworth Lake and the shimmering shoreline. This coastal dune lake is a natural treasure, the likes of which are found hardly anywhere else on the planet. A creek-like tri
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Seven Palms
4 BR
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Welcome to Just Shellin’—formerly known as Palm Breezes—a coastal retreat where comfort meets sophistication and every detail is designed for connection, relaxation, and the joy of seaside living. This gracious 30A vacation home enjoys the best of both worlds: just moments from a large public beach access used exclusively by resid
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Destiny Beach Villas 2B is a one-bedroom ground-floor vacation rental that can sleep up to four happy beach-going guests. It features a king-sized bed in the Primary Bedroom and a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the bright, open living room. For those traveling with friends or extended family, the property directly above (Destiny Beach Villas 2A) is al
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Located on the east end of Scenic Gulf Drive, formerly Old Highway 98, is the gorgeous Amalfi Coast of Florida, a family friendly low-rise gulf view condominium. This gated vacation rental retreat is well-positioned directly across the road from the glistening waters and the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Condos at Amalfi Coast boasts pa
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1 - 3 BR
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