Description

This stately four-bedroom vacation home provides privileged residency for twelve fortunate beach-going guests. It is located in the exclusively gated Destiny by the Sea neighborhood, one of Destin's most prestigious beachfront communities. You have probably noticed this neighborhood at the only curve along Scenic Gulf Drive between Destin and Miramar Beach. The lush palm-lined bend in the road created this walled-in enclave which accommodates residents and their guests in a wonderful gated world beside a beautiful beach.

Destiny's Best Kept Secret is a classically styled three-story villa perfect for beach reunions among family and friends with individual guest quarters on each level. The coastal interiors of this home are adorned with beautiful decorative art throughout and comfortable creamy white cottage-style furnishings. Two guest quarters with luxury ensuite baths are on the first floor, with a king-sized bed in one bedroom and a queen in the other.

The spacious open living area is on the second floor with direct access to a furnished breezy balcony. High ceilings, beach-washed hardwood tiled flooring, and multiple windows provide a bright, welcoming look. A white wraparound couch with two matching armchairs ensemble around a tropically woven round cocktail table facing a large flatscreen TV for entertainment. Eight chic white framed decorative chairs with colonial straw woven seats offer charmed dining around a rectangular country-style table. Four tropically-inspired raised woven chairs sit near the bright regally appointed columned bar with a white marble top for entertaining. The state-of-the-art kitchen has cream-colored custom cabinetry and brushed stainless steel appliances available to create fun family feasts. A bunk room with double full and twin beds has access to a balcony and use of a full hall bath.

The spacious master bedroom encompasses the entire top floor, including a king-sized bed, a private romantic balcony, an ensuite bath with a marble-tiled tub, and a glass-walled walk-in shower.

Destiny by the Sea includes private beach access and a gorgeous neighborhood clubhouse featuring restroom facilities, showers, and dressing rooms in a very lushly landscaped oasis. This marvelous tropical setting includes a large lagoon-shaped swimming pool that is magically lit at night and seasonally heated. The pool patio is adorned with royal palm trees and includes a bubbling hot tub for soothing relaxation. An outdoor lounge sits beneath an open tower with a two-story-tall cathedral ceiling.

This sumptuous world in Destin is surprisingly close to restaurants, beach bars, and shopping adventures. Popular gulf front restaurants are very close by, including the Crab Trap, just a short beach stroll away. It resembles a charming seaside pavilion from the early 1900s and serves delicious seafood along with craft cocktails. Grocery stores and the idyllic shopping destination of Destin Commons are also minutes away. Destin Commons has an alluring ambiance with turret towers, an old-fashioned clock tower, pedestrian-friendly avenues lined with towering palms, a classic fountain, and a kid's water geyser play area. A Belk's Department Store, Bass Pro Shops, and Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl and Grill connect to avenues of fine clothiers, fashion boutiques, specialty stores, shoe shops, jewelers, restaurants with friendly bars along with an AMC multiplex movie theater. This locale is equidistant to HarborWalk Village on Destin's happening marina and the enchanting Village of Baytowne Wharf and Grand Boulevard in Sandestin. They all feature a wide array of wonderful restaurants, lively bars, specialty shops, fun family amusements, outdoor concerts, fabulous festivals, and exciting holiday firework celebrations.

First Floor: King Bedroom with Walk-In Shower and Patio Access, Queen Bedroom with Tub/Shower Combo and Patio Access, Laundry.

Second Floor: Living Room with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Balcony Access, Kitchen, Dining, Bunk Room with Two Full/Twin Bunks and Balcony Access, Hall Bath with Tub/Shower Combo.

Third Floor: King Master Bedroom with Queen Sleeper Sofa and Walk-In Shower + Soaking Tub and Balcony Access.

Personal umbrellas, tents, and canopies are not allowed on the beach. Umbrellas must be rented through the onsite beach service.

Based on the daily temperature and at the HOA's discretion, the community pool is typically heated during Spring Break.

Amenities
  • Amenity Icon Community Hot Tub
  • Amenity Icon Community Pool
  • Amenity Icon Complimentary Bikes
  • Amenity Icon Grill/BBQ
  • Amenity Icon Heated Community Pool
  • Amenity Icon Internet
  • Amenity Icon Laundry
  • Amenity Icon No Pets Allowed
  • Amenity Icon Parking Spaces: 2
  • Amenity Icon Walk to Beach: 2-3 Minutes
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Bedding
First Floor:
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King
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Queen
Second Floor:
Full/Twin Bunk
Full/Twin Bunk
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Queen Sleeper Sofa
Queen Sleeper Sofa
Third Floor:
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King
Queen Sleeper Sofa
Queen Sleeper Sofa
Total: Queen, 2 King, 2 Full/Twin Bunk, 2 Queen Sleeper Sofa
Reviews
Rating 5
Fantastic Location & Awesome Home!
One of the best vacations ever! Looking forward to the next one. This was our first trip to Destin, definitely coming back and hope to stay here.
Michelle A from Norman OK - Stayed October 2022
Rating 5
Loved The Home.
We had a 10 day stay, it was an incredible trip! The weather was absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to come back!
Spasha T from Austin TX - Stayed September 2022
Rating 5
Best Beach Weather Ever!
Thank you so much for the beautiful home.
Nicole H from East Prairie MO - Stayed September 2022
Rating 5
Destiny By The Sea
This house checks all the boxes! Definitely would stay here again!
Dana B from Shelbyville TN - Stayed May 2022
Rating 5
The Ultimate Experience
We were amazed from the moment we pulled up to the security gate to the community. We then were more amazed the moment we unlocked the front door. The comfort of this home and the proximity to the beach (one city block) were just what we needed. We will be back !!!!!
Reginald J from Chattanooga, TN - Stayed April 2022
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FAQs

We welcome all of your questions! Most property-specific details can be answered in the AMENITIES tab, for example, "Is beach service included?", "Is there a community pool?" and "How far is the beach?". Additional answers may be found in our Rental Policies.

Still have unanswered questions? We invite you to ask below. Our vacation specialists look forward to providing you with a detailed response to help you find the best place by the beach!

Is beach chair service with an umbrella included?
Lori G - Posted: 03/21/2022

Answer:

Beach chairs and umbrellas are not provided complimentary, but are most certainly available. Once you have secured your reservation, we will provide you with the beach services contact information. You can reserve chairs and umbrellas over the phone, or directly on the sand. See you soon!

Do you have to cross a main road for beach access?
Carol P - Posted: 07/06/2022

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Destiny's Best Kept Secret is located in the private beachfront neighborhood of Destiny by the Sea. There are no main roads to cross when accessing the beach, only pedestrian-friendly neighborhood streets.

How far of a walk is it to the beach?
Ron S - Posted: 01/04/2023

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The private neighborhood beach access is a short 2-3 minute walk from the home with no major roads to cross. Don't forget the sunscreen!

Pet friendly?
Dan S - Posted: 02/01/2023

Answer:

We love our dogs here at Ocean Reef, however - Destiny's Best Kept Secret is a non-pet-friendly home.  If you are unable to board your pup, you may want to consider one of these Pet Friendly Rentals.

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