Escape to Pelican Beach 717 'Chasing Sunshine', a Gulf Front Vacation Retreat that embodies the essence of beach living. Unwind on your supersized balcony with stunning views, or enjoy seasonal food and beverages at the Tiki Bar. This condo offers ample space for up to 6 guests, featuring two bedroom suites and an updated kitchen with quality appliances.
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 689 sq m
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Parking available
Gym
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Dryer
Pool
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717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar!
Gulf Front Vacation Condo Retreat | Pelican Beach 717 "Chasing Sunshine" THIS is the place - best amenities in Destin!
**Tiki Bar with seasonal food/beverage service right to your beach chair!
This property is presented by Beach Stays Vacations – we are thrilled to host your beach vacation! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
**The Pelican Beach HOA is undergoing an elevator modernization project. They are installing brand new elevators, so there may be periods of delays in using the working elevators. We appreciate your patience while they are making these improvements! **
**The Pelican Beach HOA is replacing the coat/seal on the upper floor and ramp of the parking garage, as well as both tennis courts. This project is expected to begin in December and last 3 months. During this time the upper parking garage, tennis / pickleball courts, and EV chargers will not be accessible. The covered parking garage will be closed in sections while they work overhead. We appreciate your patience while they are making these improvements! **
Beach – 0.0 miles Big Kahunas Waterpark – located across the street Boshamps – 1.7 miles Pancakery – .3 miles Donut Hole – 1.2 miles Louisiana Lagniappe – 1 mile Destin Commons Outdoor Mall – 3.7 miles Habor (fishing pier, shops, restaurants, sand volleyball, fireworks, etc) - .9 miles Publix Grocery Store – .9 miles Destin Harbor - Pontoon Rentals, Jet Skis, Fishing Charters, Boat Tours, etc - .2.4 miles The Gulfarium and Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone – 7.5 miles
Create Lasting Memories at the BEACH at “Chasing Sunshine”
★ Property Highlights ★ • Sleeps up to 6 guests in comfort and style • Enjoy spectacular Gulf and resort views from your large balcony • Living room has 2 super comfy leather reclining chairs • Fully stocked kitchen for meals at home • Dining table + barstools at the breakfast bar • Free high speed WiFi • Free onsite parking for up to 2 cars • Washer and dryer inside condo
★ PELICAN BEACH RESORT AMENITIES ★ • 3 swimming pools (one indoor/outdoor swim through), kiddie pool, tennis / pickleball court, fitness center with steam and sauna, seasonal tiki bar with food and beverage service, seasonal onsite café, and private beach access point. • Our guests are welcome to use amenities at our sister property – Terrace at Pelican Beach: swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center • Gas grills • Beach service available from March 1 – October 31 from LaDolceVita for a separate fee. If you bring your own chairs you will need to set up behind the beach service vendor chairs.
★ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ★
• Gulf Front King Suite - king-sized bed with ensuite featuring a shower/tub combo • Queen Bedroom – adjoining bathroom • Guest bathroom with walk-in shower • Living room sleeper sofa
✔ Clean linens ✔ We provide starter toiletries and fluffy white towels + black makeup cloths ✔ Hair dryer ✔ Iron + ironing board
★KITCHEN & DINING ★ The spacious kitchen has everything you’ll need to make meals at home. You’ll enjoy meals at the dining table, breakfast bar, or alfresco on the balcony!
✔ Full size fridge and freezer ✔ Stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave ✔ Coffee maker, blender, toaster
Hear from our happy guests! ⭐️ Where do I begin? First off, the condo was absolutely stunning. The location was the best, as everything was within walking distance. The actual unit was immaculate. It was very clean, spacious, and full of amenities. The check-in process was seamless, as well as the check out process. Being able to literally walk outside to the beach was my favorite part aside from the beautiful views from the balcony.⭐️ ⭐️Great location, beach, and amenities. Condo was clean and comfortable-looked just like the pictures. Tiki bar and cafe were great, and staff were friendly and helpful. Nicely kept grounds and pools. We had an amazing trip! ⭐️ ⭐️ The location was unbeatable—just a short walk to the beach, making it easy to enjoy the white sand and clear water every day. The host was friendly and responsive, ensuring we had a smooth check-in and a great experience overall. Whether you’re looking to relax or explore, this is the perfect spot. PS the tiki bar drinks were some of the best I’ve ever had!⭐️
Chasing Sunshine is located smack dab in the heart of Destin offering easy access to all of the best dining, shopping, and entertainment the Emerald Coast is known for! There are so many activities to enjoy, including: ✔ Pelican Beach: A pristine stretch of white sand and emerald green water! ✔ Central Destin location with many shops and restaurants and seasonal fireworks shows! ✔ Fun times with easy access to Big Kahunas Waterpark, The Track, Uncle Bucks Bowling, and more! ★ We are pleased to host several condos in the Pelican and Terrace buildings – please reach out if you would like more options or have other friends or family who would like to travel with you and stay in a great Beach Stays Vacations accommodation!
★ YOUR HOSTING TEAM ★ • The Beach Stays Vacation team is a boutique hosting team - we are passionate about delivering a great guest experience alongside a sparkling clean and well-maintained property, and to help our guests have the dream vacation they have worked and saved for! • Our team is excited to welcome you to the beach! We are here for you to answer any questions or to help you choose the perfect property, just ask. As owners and hosts, we have a small collection of beautiful properties to choose from. Our team looks forward to helping you have a fun and stress-free vacation...we know the world is full of choices, thank you for choosing us!
SPECIAL MONTHLY RENTAL RATE FOR WINTER 2025/2026 - $2,400.00/month plus taxes, damage waiver & cleaning. For bookings longer than 1 month, monthly cleaning will be required which will also include a linen swap (to be paid by the guest). We will also provide mid-stay cleans and linen swaps for an additional fee.
SPECIAL WEEKLY RATE FOR WINTER - $800.00, plus taxes, damage waiver & cleaning (except for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Martin Luther King and President's Day holidays).
THE FINE PRINT
•Minimum Age: We require a minimum of one adult over the age of 25 to stay at the property throughout the rental term. When you arrive on property all guests will need to be present to receive wristbands and up to 2 parking passes. The primary guest will need to show ID and must be at least 25 years old to check in per HOA rules. • Pet Free Property - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in immediate eviction, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals. • All reservations include a mandatory rental agreement to finalize your reservation that must be signed within 48 hours. All your arrival information will be included in this information for an easy and organized vacation experience! • CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 PM and CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 AM. You will be notified automatically on arrival day if the property is available for early arrival – fees may apply. • Easy self-check-in is available via the keypad on the front door - a personalized code will be in your arrival instructions at check in time. • Every reservation includes an accidental damage waiver for separate purchase or a security deposit hold – should any accidental damage occur during your stay, simply notify us as soon as you can and provide a photo. We will file the damage waiver and replace/repair before the next rental guests arrive! • We offer optional post booking travel insurance to protect your vacation investment – this will include trip cancellations and delays, medical conditions, hurricanes, and much more. • No smoking/vaping/drugs/firearms allowed in our condo or on the balcony • Max number of guests includes guests of all ages including infants/children to comply with our vacation rental permit, HOA laws, and local fire code laws. Exceeding the guest count is grounds for immediate eviction with no refund. • All guests booking through the Airbnb booking platform will be required to upload a valid ID for check-in purposes. • Photos include staging before professional photography. • Beach service is provided by LaDolceVita for a separate fee. If you want to bring your own chairs, you will need to set up behind the vendor chairs.
*Departure instructions – We do not have long chore lists for our guests – you are here to relax! All we ask is that our guests remove all trash and food and start the dishwasher. This small list allows our professional housekeeping team to clean and sanitize the condo during our short rental turn in time for our next guests. We appreciate you!
We look forward to hosting you on your upcoming beach vacation – if you have any questions or would like information on any of our amazing beach getaways, please just send a message!
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Indoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: No smoking anywhere (including balcony).
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 955 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
A completed and signed rental agreement must be completed by guest.
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released 7 days after checkout, provided there are no deductions.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere (including balcony).
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
orp5b65651x
About the neighborhood
FL, Destin
What's nearby
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 10 min walk
Subway - 16 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does 717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is 717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 717 | Best View in Destin! Pools + Hot Tubs + Tiki Bar! located?
Situated in Destin, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.
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