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Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views

Family-friendly vacation home in Destin with a water park

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Outdoor banquet area
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in the heart of Crystal Beach, Crystal Playa offers a tropical retreat with water views from all three levels. Discover a blend of classic Spanish influences, vintage coastal touches and modern comforts that will energize and inspire you during your stay. With five bedrooms featuring king beds, grand balconies and beach views from all levels, unwind by the 20x10 pool or take advantage of nearby golf courses at this expansive home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 18316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

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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.

Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views

Welcome to Crystal Playa!

A tropical retreat with water views from all three levels, Crystal Playa celebrates the daring spirit of the original Destin explorers, architects, and sporting enthusiasts Throughout this large home discover a blend of classic Spanish influences, vintage coastal touches and modern comforts —so you can feel energized and inspired during your stay.

The Crystal Playa is prominently featured in the community of Crystal Beach and is directly across the street from the Shirah Beach Entrance. Crystal Playa proudly features five bedrooms with king beds, a carriage house with additional bedrooms and kitchen, beach views from all three levels, and grand balconies. The home is within walking distance of the Destin Commons mall, award winning dining, golf, Whole Foods, entertainment and much more.

Our Destin properties have exceptional cleaning standards. All linens are cleaned and changed out after every guest!

Home Layout: Sleeps 18

Main Home
First Floor: King Bedroom with beach view (sleeps 2), Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, a 20x10 pool.
Second Floor: King Master Suite with bathroom, tub, balcony and beach view (sleeps 2), Bunk Room with 2 Queen Beds (sleeps 4), Shared Bathroom | King Room (sleeps 2).
Third Floor: Loft With King Bed. bathroom with tub and balcony with beach view.
Carriage House
First Floor: Kitchen, living area, and half bath.
Second Floor: Bunk room with 3 Queen beds (sleeps 6), King Bedroom (sleeps 2), Shared bathroom.

Parking - a maximum of 4 vehicles may park at the home. No campers, oversized vehicles, buses or trailers are permitted. No street parking. No vehicles can block the sidewalk or the city will ticket or tow the vehicle.

4 beach chairs are provided at the home for you to take to the beach.

*Check In - 4PM
*Check Out – 10AM (Central)

AGE REQUIREMENT – Spring Break college groups are not allowed. No reservations will be made to students or singles under the age of twenty-five (25). One (1) guardian of twenty-five years or older is required for every four (4) singles under the age of twenty-five. Guardians must accompany anyone under the age of twenty-five (25) at all times and be present during check-in. Underage drinking and/or partying are not allowed in any of the rental units. Non-compliance with these rules and regulations will result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made.

Check-In and Check-Out times are strictly enforced since our maintenance crew and cleaners will occupy the parking spots from 10 AM - 4 PM. There is a minimum fee of $200 for a late checkout because this prohibits the staff from completing the job and will interrupt the next guest’s vacation. Thank you for understanding!

Pet Policy: This property is dog-friendly for 1 to 2 dogs.$300 flat pet fee to be collected post-booking. Dogs must be well trained and less than 50 lbs. Dog owners accept full responsibility for dog(s). Please note without prior knowledge to LoveRentals, there will be an additional non-refundable charge, so be sure to advise us BEFORE you travel.

**Pool can be heated from October 1 - May 30 for an additional daily fee. Pool heat must be requested 3 days before arrival**

This property is a smoke-free facility. No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property including balconies and common areas. Violations will result in forfeiture of your stay.

We provide a complimentary starter set of paper products, toiletries and linens. Additional items will be the guest’s responsibility to purchase.

Weddings or Events are an additional $500, must be selected at time of booking, and require a permit that we obtain.

Instead of security deposits and booking fees, each LoveRentals booking includes LoveRentals Protect, a limited property protection plan, to provide peace of mind to both our guests and homeowners.  The fee for LoveRentals Protect is applied to each booking and covers up to $10,000 in contents damage protection and up to $1,000,000 in real property protection.  Exceptions include but are not limited to cancellations, intentional acts, negligent conduct, and pet damage. Inquire for more information.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

365668

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Destin

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Reviews

Crystal Playa with Private Pool and Beach Views Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

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

Great location

Great location to the beach! Lots of space and room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caulden G.

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

Destin 2025

Very clean and well cared for property. It was the perfect setup for our group. We had an incredible time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy I.

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

Great place to stay!

Everything was super easy, close to the beach, cleaned and well stocked. No issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

great place!

We love this place. It's perfect for our family. It was much more expensive this year so not sure we'll be back which is unfortunate. And, fortunately we were there later than usual for us because I could not pay an extra 784 to heat the pool. It is a wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Schut Hut Team

Great time with family! The house was convenient with easy access to the beach and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Family Vaca

The property met or exceeded our expectations.There was enough room for our adult children and grandchildren to have time together and alone. The pool between the house and bunk house was a hit. The properties location so close to the beach made many trips back and forth with children easy to navigate. I did expect there to be more games, pool toys, and such for a place advertised as family friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kari T.

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

Great location!

As a whole, we had a great experience! Everything matched the pictures and the communication was great. There were some issues initially with the pool heater working. However, the property manager had someone out the next day to get it working again. Overall I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Great location!!

It was such a beautiful home with a great location. We loved that there was a guest house too.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francena L.

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

Perfectly location near beach

The stay was great. We look forward to another stay at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ezequiel D.

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

A nice place to stay and very beautiful

Great everyone enjoyed it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Outstanding!!

This place is beautiful and in the perfect location! My family and I had a tremendous time here!! We wish we would have booked it for longer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha N.

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

beach vacay

everything was a pictured.. the home was beautiful and such easy access to the beach .. perfect for our large family .. would definitely recommend 5 stars
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Great Vacation House!

Great vacation house! We had 12 Adults and an infant and there was plenty of space! House was very clean ..Absolutely perfect location.. small public beach was gorgeous and plenty of space for large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki R

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything about the property! The location is fantastic. My only complaint would be the bathroom on the 3rd floor has no counter space, which made getting ready a bit challenging. Other than that, and that was minor, it was a wonderful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Highly recommend!!

We were in Destin for my daughter’s wedding on the beach! Everything was beautiful and we would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana W.

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

Great house

Location was perfect for us. Wonderful pool and just across the street from the beach. The property was very clean and we had absolutely no issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Super stay

Our family of 5 adult children, their significant others and a grand baby stayed at this location. It was exactly what we expected and needed. This property was perfect for party time for some and quiet time for others. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Great stay

10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

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

Heavenly

This was an outstanding property, excellent location, and presented in Perfect condition. All family members enjoyed their stay and we all discussed a return visit. Beach was beautiful as usual and the restaurant one block away was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Family Vacation In Destin

Loved the house, dog friendly and kids loved the pool. Across the street from the beach was awesome! My daughter and family used the carriage house which was nice from size standpoint, but they were separated from the rest of the family who was in the main house. Sitting on the front porch was very nice people watching. Love Destin, we had fun.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran G.

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

Beautiful House

This is a great house for a large family or group. You have a good view of the ocean with just a short walk across the street by a cross walk just in front of the house. The porches and outside seating is fantastic with great outdoor furniture. The kitchen is well equipped with anything needed for large family meals. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Phil M.

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

By the Beach

Right across the street from the beach- great pool. Great communication with support. Nice open space to gather as a group. (there were just a few small little details that seemed a little out of place for such a nice property - like poor towels and no ability to dry beach towels in a dryer - ice maker broken) But the place is super nice and the pool layout and set up was a huge hit! And the location was terrific! The place came with 6 beach chairs and a wagon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

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Enjoyed our stay but beach area was too small.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Great week

We had a wonderful week. The only comment I would have is the cost associated with heating the pool which is a bit of an overcharge from my perspective. I would add that by accident we packed one of the dish towels which we can return if necessary.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamie K.

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

Great vacation house.

We had our 2 married children and 10 grandchildren with us. Just a great home right across from the beach that all had fun in. The rooms were bigger and nicer than even your photos captured. And just walking right across the street to the beach was perfect. Thank you to the managers that helped with a couple small issues. Will hopefully return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023