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Smart TV, DVD player
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly

We offer a beautiful 3-bedroom vacation rental home in Paradise Retreat, backyard Oasis with the largest salt-water swimming pool with heat during cold weather as on option ($350.00 Plus Tax) equipped with built in tanning ledge in the neighborhood, perfect for families and groups ready to enjoy the sun and sand of Florida beaches. Our beach house rental is available for weekly and short-term rentals, and we offer affordable rates year-round.

****NEW ADDITION: We have added a new option for you to rent a luxury GOLF CART to make your stay here at the Sandcastle more convenient and to provide a fun way to travel, to and from the beach! Mention in your booking whether or not you would be interested in renting a cart, and for an additional fee of ($450.00 Plus Tax) we'll have the cart at the house ready-to-go! So email us today and be sure to inquire about one of the best ways to go to the beach in our luxury golf cart!!!****

The master bedroom is private and features its own large bath, a walk-in closet, beautifully furnished, New King-size Mattress and bedding, flat screen TV.

Our beach house rental is located in sunny Miramar Beach, within minutes from Destin, Florida. It is perfect for couples, families, and/or friends ready to enjoy a fun and relaxing summer vacation!! It's only a short stroll from our property to enjoy the emerald waters and sugar-sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. For your convenience, The Sand Castle has beach chairs, beach umbrellas, and beach toys.

WE KNOW YOUR PET IS A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY JUST LIKE OUR PETS ARE, SO The Sandcastle Cottage is 'PET FRIENDLY' ! Bring your pet with you so that he/she too can have a wonderful vacation with his family for well behaved pets. Must be on leash when out side of home. Guest to pick up litter w/furnished litter scoop. 2 pets max 25 LB MAX.

After a fun-filled day at the beach, you may want to grab a bite to eat at a seafood restaurant right on the gulf. Captain Dave's offers great seafood, with a dining room overlooking the ocean. For a cajun twist to your meal, Kenny D's, right across the street from Captain Dave's, has a lovely array of Louisiana seafood to choose from. Two other wonderful oceanfront seafood restaurants, The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe's, are only a short drive down the beach to the west and east.

Our vacation rental is conveniently located within minutes of the numerous amenities that Destin has to offer—shopping at the largest designer outlet mall in the USA, world famous deep-sea fishing, dolphin watching cruises, and romantic evening ocean cruises. Destin also offers entertainment and amusements for the whole family, such as water parks, parasailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and much more! In addition, the Destin area is home to a dozen fine golf courses, a zoo, museums, and several state parks with walking courses and biking trails. So come kick off your shoes, soak up some sun (or relax in the shade), splash in the Gulf, and enjoy life.

If you need to connect with the outside world, we offer free high-speed wireless Internet. In addition, our team are always available by phone to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call today for further information regarding our rental home or to plan your upcoming Florida vacation!

*Damage deposit insurance of $59.00 (Non Refundable).
*Pool Heat Fee - $350.00 Plus tax
*Golf Cart Fee - $450.00 Plus Tax
*Pet Fee per pet-$175.00 Plus Tax


**Minimum Age Limit for Renters*****

**Renters must be 25 years of age to lease home, with prepaid damage deposit. We prefer families and so do our neighbors... :)

***CANCELLATION POLICY:
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner/VRBO directly to request cancellation.

***IF THE DATES YOU REQUESTED ARE NOT AVAILABLE***
WE ALSO HAVE ANOTHER PROPERTY 'THE MERMAID HOUSE' VRBO#48961-'THE STARFISH COTTAGE' VRBO# 446001

Keywords: VRBO Vacation Home Immaculate spacious 3 bedrooms 2 bath Beach house sleeps 8, Great for multiple families with Largest Private Saltwater Heated Pool, backyard Oasis walk to the Sugar Sand Beach, PrivateAdult bikes, Golf Cart, Kids Beach and Pool toys, Family and Pet Friendly, Fun activities, shopping, dinning and Golf Courses nearby.

Property manager

Rosemary

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

Property is also known as

Largest Private Pool/golf Cart/private Beach Access
***Largest Private Pool/Golf Cart/Private Beach Access***
***Largest HEATED Private Pool/Golf Cart/Private Beach Access***

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Miramar Beach

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tail At Seascape - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cabana Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly located?

This family-friendly Miramar Beach vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of The Golf Garden of Destin and Miramar Beach. Emerald Bay Golf Club and Kitchenique are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sandcastle - Largest Private Pool & Walk to Beach Access,Golf Cart, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 107 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Relaxing Vacation

House in a great location for the beach, restaurant's and shopping,plus added bonus of the large private pool. Also we used the golf cart for traveling to the beach,restaurants and the stores that is only a couple of minutes from the property. This location comes highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

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

Our trip

The property,location and value were all excellent. FOR $2,000 PLUS DOLLARS FOR A STAY YOU CAN AFFORD TO PUT A DECENT MATTRESS IN THE MASTER BEDROOM. IT WAS LIKE SLEEPING ON CONCRETE.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great place to stay!

This is our second year staying here. The house was even cleaner than our last stay. Pool is a great size and the residence is a convenient location to the beach and surrounding activities/restaurants. Golf cart is great and highly recommended for trips to beach, etc. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Beautiful

Nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan S.

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

A great place to stay by the beach.

Everything was great. The house was real nice and only a few blocks from the beach. The complimentary beach chairs and umbrella was great. The pool in the back yard was very nice. I recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Rocky Face

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

Great place for a larger family!

Great place for a larger group! Private pool and we rented the golf cart....a definite must! Loved the house and the beach! Both were beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

john w.

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

First time to Destin area

Comfortable house with great location to everything. Nice pool. Rosemary was a good host.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Private pool

We loved walking out the back door to get in your own private pool every day. It was close to the beach. The neighborhood is very nice and clean. This place we stayed at is nice. I think it needs some upgrades. It is pet friendly. Rosemary the host was wonderful. Every time I contacted her she would respond. Thank you we had a wonderful time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Having fun

Everything was good would definitely do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

190 Sandy Cay

All in all nice place in a nice neighborhood… had issues with the pool heater but everything else was fine …
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Stay at Sandcastle

This was my first time using VRBO and first time renting a house instead of a condo. I had a good experience with both and the process was easy. Rosemary was great staying in communication with me and quick to respond to questions and needs. We had a great stay, felt at home. When we couldn’t go to the beach we enjoyed swimming in the private pool. We were close to the beach and having the privacy and complimentary umbrella and chairs was so nice to just sit back and relax. We will definitely do it again and recommend to anyone looking for a vacation home rental.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dorilin M.

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

Great location and Per Friendly

We'd give this place an 4.5 as a whole. Our stay was great. We needed a place near the beach that would allow our 50 pound doodle stay with us. Only suggestions we have are some of the little things, knives and scissors were dull and difficult to use. Also, the grill might need an upgrade. The front burners flew flames which made for an interesting moment. Overall, we would definitely recommend it to a person with a fur friend .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra D.

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

Ok

Ok
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie G., Marietta

Great house, pool & location

The property was clean & well maintained. The mattress in the master bedroom was too soft. It felt like sleeping on a marshmallow. The umbrella on the patio was broken. The front entrance light was burnt out and so were several light bulbs inside the house. The dryer needs servicing since it took several cycles to dry our clothes. One of the sinks in master bathroom did not drain well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

Our Destin Getaway

I will start by saying Rosemary was an absolute pleasure to work with. She answered any and every question I had very quickly. The house was exactly as described and was very clean! The pool...WOW!! It was absolutely perfect! It did get a little warm but it was to be expected with the heat of the week we were there and I made sure to let Rosemary know for the next guests if it could be adjusted. We did rent the golf cart but only used it to go to the beach. There is not anything nearby like souvenir shops, or gas stations, so I don't know if it was really worth it, but it did make the ride to the beach easier, though you still had to park it across the street, and then enter the beach access that way. We struggled with the codes for the beach access and the gate to enter the neighborhood, but again, Rosemary resolved that very quickly. I have stayed in numerous houses in Destin and I have never had one give you such a wonderful startup supply as she did. The master bed was so comfortable and all the linens you would ever need were provided. Do not let other reviews discourage you from renting this home. It was truly wonderful! There are lots of reminder notes everywhere but if you take care of the property, that shouldn't bother you. The price was great and it accomodated our family well. Thank you, Rosemary, for opening your home to us! Tara
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Beautiful Pool Oasis

This property was perfect for my family of 7 with our 2 fur babies! The beach is a stroll or golf cart ride away but the private pool and patio was our own private oasis! We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yan L.

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

Greatest beach vacation

We had a blast at this beach house. The location was perfect! You can walk to the beach, which is beautiful! Host was very kind and helpful. She was very understanding and was willing to move our staying to the later dates due to our own personal reasons. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Alicia M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our stay

This booking for us was last minute. We were very excited to find something this close to the beach which was great. Location is great and the neighborhood was safe. The description of the property was pretty good. The kitchen is poorly stocked. The rules that hung all Over the house left us feeling very uncomfortable in the space. There are fines for everything if you damage anything etc. this is understandable however, patio furniture is on its last leg so we totally felt like it could have broken at any time. The couches are is poor shape also. Almost like you couldn’t touch anything. The house was not very clean at all. The dishes were put away dirty. We re washed all the dishes we used. I didn’t realized how dirty the floors were until I wiped up water in the bathroom and kitchen area. Definitely disgusting. The pool area had popcorn kernels all over, gum and random kid toys. The contact with the Rosemary was fine - I felt we were being watched. The trash needs to be taken out on Thursday which we set it out Wednesday night for Thursday pick up and brought can back up to house. We were contacted by Rosemary the she got a violation notice about the trash. Just over all weird. It seemed that the next door neighbors experienced the same thing they had cameras covered up with rags. Won’t go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ina L.

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

Great place

Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Wonderful Property Steps From The Beach

Sandcastle is a gorgeous property with all of the comforts of home! The home is in a safe, quiet, gated community just across the city line from Destin. It is in an excellent location due to its peaceful nature, but close proximity to shops, restaurants, and the gulf front. The private beach access (a short walk away) with the complementary umbrella and 2 chairs was awesome! The beach attendant was very helpful and attentive to guests on the beach. The house itself is perfect for relaxation and enjoyment. It is much larger in person than it appears in the listing. All of the furniture was in good repair and comfortable. The kitchen included a lot of nice amenities for cooking, and the garage had an awesome spare fridge for the adults to utilize. Other perks included a roll away bed, fold out sofa, and plenty of room for guests in the 3 bedrooms shown in the listing. The real star of the show at Sandcastle is the pool. It is a very well maintained salt water pool, surrounded by gorgeous landscaping that really puts off the Florida vibes. It was easy to kick back and enjoy the evenings grilling and swimming. Many pool toys and floats were available in the garage. We also traveled with dogs and found the home to be very pet friendly and welcoming! I am so glad my family and pups were able to spend our first vacation to Miramar at this property, and look forward to more in the future! The owner is extremely responsive and helpful if you should have any questions or concerns. I highly recommend this property for families and pet owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey S.

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

Best place we have ever stayed!!

My family go to Destin/Ft. Walton area every year. This year we strayed in Miramar Beach and absolutely loved it! The house we stayed in couldn’t have been more perfect for our family! Rosemary was always very prompt and helpful with anything we needed. I highly recommend staying here! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

denira w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Avoid this property manager

Let me start by saying the house is nice and the pool is amazing. Largest one we have rented in that neighborhood. However, none of that is worth dealing with this property manager. This is the 2nd time I have rented from her. I would not have done it this time but did not find out it was her until the week of our trip as I had been speaking with someone else. Do not rent the golf cart. It kept dieing on us all week. They sent someone out to look at it and he told us it was not safe to ride it on the road. Please tell me why we would rent it to not drive it in the road?!?!? I texted Angela to tell her it still was not working. She never responded to me. Then I was told by Rosemary someone would be out the next day to look at it. We spent the whole day out and came home around 3:30 and it started so we drove it down to the beach assuming it had been fixed. I then receive an email from Rosemary informing us that the tech came by at 4:15 and the golf cart was not there so they would be charging for the visit. Literally no communication from them at all prior to this as to what time they were coming. How were we to know he had not been there? The golf cart continued to die the rest of the week and was unsafe on the road. It also made the entire house smell like sulfur. Do not waste your money on the cart. And be careful dealing with Angela the property manager. I still have not heard back from her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M., Iowa

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

Great stay, very clean, no bugs, great home and pool

We just had a fabulous week at Sandcastle. We found the house to be very clean. In fact, we have probably rented 10 vacation homes in Florida, and bugs are so common in Florida. I don’t think we have ever gone a week without seeing a single bug, but we did at Sandcastle. Not even a spider. We loved the home’s layout. Our twin girls each had their own room and a bathroom down one short hall. This worked out so well to have their own space. The laundry off the kitchen by the garage door kept all laundry noise away from them and my husband and I. The open floor plan I. The main living space was perfect. And we found the kitchen well-equipped with all we needed for meals. I loved the large pantry and the extra refrigerator in the garage. We appreciated the close location to the beach and the pool and beach supplies provided. The very large saltwater pool was fabulous, and we paid for heat, and it was well-heated which made it so enjoyable. The back patio is large and beautifully appointed with mature landscaping. It is really a private oasis. The new master bed was perfect, not too hard and not to soft. The master suite bathroom and closet were also very nice. I appreciated the beautiful mature neighborhood which was perfect for our twins and for walking our little dog we brought along. With older homes can come some older features, but we found this home to be well-decorated and we actually loved the comfort of the leather couches. It has so much character we enjoyed. Both Rosemary and Angela were wonderful to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra W., GREENWOOD

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

Great Location

We had a great vacation! We enjoyed our stay in the house, it had very everything that we needed, and Rosemary was very easy to work with. Only down fall was we didn't get to use the pool cause the water was too cold, we didn't want to pay the extra to heat it. The location of the house was close to everything. We will return!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022