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5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • 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.

5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings

*Summer 24 is set for 7 night stays Friday to Friday…beat the crowds and traffic on Saturdays!!
Walk into the private gates of our beautifully landscaped house and you will feel as if you are staying in your own compound. This is no doubt the most unique set up in all of Crystal Beach. The 75ft x 150ft oversized lot allows plenty of parking. The courtyard/pool area is totally enclosed creating a sense of privacy while actually being in the center of everything.

This property was purchased by new owners (Nov 2020) and has had plenty of upgrades and refinements since purchased! From technology to new luxury furniture and decor, you will not be disappointed. Our guests are in awe the second they walk into the homes featuring 11 different cheerful room colors.

POOL:The pool is 5 ½ ft deep (3ft at shallow end) and has been converted to a salt water. Not to confuse this with water in the gulf. It simply takes salt and converts it to chlorine making it feel silky and smooth. Approx. size is 12’x20’

Enjoy the gulf breeze in a 6 seater Street Legal Golf Cart. No hassle with going to pick it up. It’ll be here waiting on you when you arrive. Included complementary with your stay. Min 3-night rental off season and 7-night minimum June/July.

More info at www.magnoliatides.com or text 850-359-8288
MAIN HOUSE The main house is a 1527 sq ft open floor plan with 2 bedrooms/2 baths. It is a one story home which features a 23’ x 21’ great room having an 18ft cathedral ceiling and is the ultimate spot for entertaining with a long unique dining table and new entertainment equipment (70” OLED smart TV, Sonos surround sound system, highest speed Internet). Windows surround this home allowing a view into the courtyard area from the Living, Dining, Kitchen and Master Bedroom. The Master Bath features a garden tub and a full size glass enclosed stand up shower. The second bedroom has a Queen Bed. The kitchen comes fully equipped and features all stainless steel appliances including a side-by-side refrigerator, dishwasher, and smooth-top range. The kitchen also has an insta-pot/air fryer and Margaritaville ice shaver/blender for your enjoyment. This house sleeps 4 in beds. There is a queen air mattress in the guest closet to sleep 2 more.

GUEST HOUSE
The guest house is a 2 story 1000 sq ft home with 2 bedrooms/1.5 bath. It also has an 18ft cathedral ceiling giving the home a larger feel. The living room has a TV with cable, AppleTV, & DVD player. The downstairs bedroom features a king bed and upstairs bedroom has a Queen bed. This unique property having a Guest House verses Guest Quarters, has a fully equipped kitchen making it a perfect choice for 2 families. This house sleeps 6 in beds (including the queen sleeper sofa in living room).

LOFT
The loft above the garage is a haven for the kids to hang out in. It has a ½ bath and a TV/DVD player. There is a Queen sleeper sofa along with a twin daybed with trundle to comfortably sleep 4 total.

Every bedroom/sleeping space has either a smartTV or TV with cable box.

Walk 1 long block south and enjoy our world-class beach. Destin Commons Mall is just to the north 1/4 mile and boasts something for everyone from shopping, movie theaters, and restaurants. All accessible by our golf cart!

We are a family rental and do not rent to vacationing students. The minimum age requirement is 25.

Dogs allowed with fee of $175 for one dog and $50 for each additional dog. An additional $50 cleaning fee also applies. (There are weight LIMITS and restrictions so please inquire in advance of booking)

Pool can be heated at $50/night and $250/week. Please inquire about this before making your reservation so that we can send a complete quote.
CHECK IN IS AT 4PM. Checkout is at 10AM. Due to usually having a check in on the same days as checkout, requests for early check in or late checkout are rarely approved. You can inquire the week of your arrival as there may be a gap in rental stays. Additionally, our property is large and requires the full vacancy time for our cleaning crew to properly prepare the property for our guests.

Property manager

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Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

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
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs max 35lb (please inquire for larger), No Cats

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High Chair and Portable Crib on site

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

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About the area

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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings have a pool?

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

Is 5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park, Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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5⭐️ Destin Retreat 2 Houses + Loft Heated Pool🌞Bikes🌞Golf Cart 🏝️Beachside🏝️2 Kings Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

Room for everyone, Clean, close to Beach
Great place for families, well stocked, close to beach and all amenities. Heated pool was perfect for adults and children. Beds were comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Excellent
I hesitate to say how good our stay was, because I want it to be available to me the next time I visit ... but I have to be honest. The host was VERY responsive and accommodating. A 5 minute walk to beach / golf cart parking access - perfect. The homes were both great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

Great stay for bachelor party
We stayed here as a group of 8 for a bachelor party. Communication was great and they were always quick to respond. Very cozy house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Family vacation
Had a wonderful time with the family. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisa T.

Mom
Beautiful place, close to the beach and plenty of room for our family if 10!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Destin-ation Wedding
We rented GiGi’s for our daughter’s beach wedding. The layout was perfect, as it offered privacy for the newlyweds but with family on site. A short walk, and we were on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy w.

Family/friends beach trip 2024
The property wax perfect for 2 families. Location is perfect to everything including beach. Car the host was wonderful to work with. The house was stocked with more than we could imagine. Neighborhood is so nice and peaceful. We will definitely be returning to gigi"s sunshine.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

A dream spot for families
This property surpassed every hope we had for this experience. Perfect for families and friends traveling together! We will absolutely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Great place
Really an amazing stay at a great location. Had all the amenities you could ask for and made the trip easy for us. Had zero issues! 5 min walk to the beach and lots of places near by
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

donnie R.

Beach Vacation
I cannot say enough about our stay at Gigi’s paradise. The golf card provided kept us less than one minute from the beach. The property was very beautiful and comfortable and decorated as the perfect beach home. The owner returned an answer to a question for me within 30 minutes. I would highly recommend this little piece of paradise! Very clean, very comfortable and very convenient. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna C.

Fun and Family Friendly
This was the first 'family' vacation for myself, my brothers, parents and our extended families having taken together. This property suited us well as it gave everyone enough space to both be together and alone at the same time depending on the day/time, etc. With 5 grown (15-20) aged children there was something everyone could enjoy and the proximity to the beach, shopping, restaurants, etc. was ideal!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond V.

Family Vacation
Property was well maintained and the pool was great. Golf cart was a big plus!! The set up of the property was perfect for kids and parents alike. Many extras provided like beach chairs and pool toys made the stay even better!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kristen S.

Great property in a great location!
This was a great place for our two families to stay on our first trip to Destin. The kids loved the pool when we didn’t go to the beach. We had everything we needed to cook several meals and make the most of the beautiful weather. The golf cart was icing of the cake!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

Family Vacation!
WE all enjoyed Destin and staying at Gigis!!! The house was a perfect fit for us and very close to the beach. It was nice having the golf cart so we could head to the beach with ease and there was golf cart parking at the beach. We utilized the pool daily on the property as well. Close to shopping, restaurants, and excursions!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARCIE K.

Loved it
Would stay here again. It is close to everything. The bunk house was perfect for our teenage girls. A++
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Perfect accommodation and location
This was the perfect stay for our four families. With main house, guest house and loft there was plenty of space to hang together and also additional privacy for each family. Location was perfect as it was just a short walk to beach or restaurants and stores and if you didn’t want to walk, the golf cart was available for use. Owner was very responsive and open to questions and requests. This is a must stay place if you plan to visit Destin and want the ability to lay by the pool, hang at beach and visit all the area has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F., Indianapolis

Beautiful week
House was comfortable and fun for our group of 12. Beach and shopping are extremely close and easy to reach using the golf cart. The was wonderful and an absolute necessity.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marquissa B.

Wonderful Beach Vacation
Would like to say it was our first time at gigis sunshine and it did not disappoint. Super convenient w/ great amenities. We are a family of 6 and so much room. House has everything you need from golf cart, short drive to beach, beach necessities to include beach chairs, towels. You have everything you need staying here. Great location close to other stores and great restaurants. Will for sure book again as we enjoyed our trip so much! Also, most important very clean and organized!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles o.

Excellent property!!
Everything was perfect!! The main house and guest house are beautiful and they have thought of everything and then some!! Golf cart to the was great. The pool was wonderful!! We most definitely stay here again!! Car was wonderful to work with and very accommodating!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Excellent Stay
This property is unique in that there are two entirely different houses. This worked out well for us. The property is very private, very clean and VERY stocked with about anything you could ever need. Will likely book this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dianne G.

Fantastic Family Vacation Home!!
GiGi Sunshine was a fantastic vacation home for our family vacation. The 2 houses and loft were the perfect amount of space for all of us! Having the pool on the property was great for my grand-kids and my elderly parents and the golf cart made it so easy to go to the beach-especially since my mom has such a hard time walking. The pool temp was perfect and the accommodations were very comfortable and clean. The property manager, Car was very easy to work with and found it very easy to communicate with. We will definitely be staying at GiGi's again!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Simply Stunning and Perfect in Every Way
I cannot praise this property / owner enough. Our vacation was perfect. Nestled in a beachy subdivision this place was amazing. We had privacy, a quiet neighborhood, close to the beach with a golf cart and bikes. Bright Cheerful Large Rooms, lovely pool, close to everything with all the amenities you could possibly need. We found more when we were packing up to leave that we never noticed. We are already planning our next vacation and unanimously we will be booking this property. Char was amazing and very responsive. I cannot give this experience enough praise
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica V., Louisville

Wonderful beach vacation property!
This property is a wonderful choice for my family. Great for kids and adults (well-maintained pool and plenty of space in the houses)! Great for pets (fence, green space, nice sidewalks to take walks). All the conveniences of home (Wi-Fi, laundry, close to lots of grocery stores, cable TV, etc), Amazing golf cart, Great beach access (Just a block or two away). Weather was perfect our entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Fantastic Stay
We had 8 adults/adult children for a week’s stay at GiGi’s Paradise. It was exactly as described. The house is very well equipped from the kitchen to the wifi, pool toys, new grill, ping pong, bikes, golf cart etc. It was very clean and big enough to comfortably take more than our 8 (plus small dog). The golf cart is incredibly convenient as the beach, groceries, restaurants etc are very nearby. Last, Car, the property owner/manager was extremely communicative and responsive to questions. We even chose to stay an additional night. We have stayed at many VRBOs and highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil B., Lees Summit

Family Vacation
We had an absolutely amazing time. Could not have asked for a better stay. Everything was as advertised. The kids loved the heated pool. The golf cart to shuttle people to the beach was perfect. We were celebrating 35, 10, and 5 year anniversaries. Memories that will last a lifetime. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022