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Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart

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Beach nearby
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Dining
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A heated pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142976 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

When you stay at this vacation home in Destin, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. .This vacation home is 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Destin Beaches and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • James Lee Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Destin Beaches - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart

Top Reasons to Book Casa Esmeralda:

* Lakefront Home With Private Dock
* Public Beach Access Approx. 0.3 Miles Away
* Private Pool/Spa With Heating Options (Fee Applies)
* Gated Community – Lagoon Pool, Fitness Center, Tennis + Basketball
* Golf Cart (6-Seater LSV) Included At The Home
* Dog Friendly Home (Fees and Restrictions Apply)
* Natural Gas Grill
* Professionally Managed

Casa Esmeralda is a serene 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom lakefront escape located in the gated Destiny West community, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests. This 2-story retreat pairs peaceful water views with a relaxed coastal feel, creating an inviting setting from the moment you arrive. With calm surroundings and beautifully designed interiors, the home offers a restful setting to enjoy time along the Emerald Coast.

Inside, a graceful winding staircase welcomes you into the home, opening to a bright living area that frames views of the lake. The well-equipped kitchen and adjacent dining room make entertaining simple, while 4 thoughtfully arranged bedrooms provide a calming space for guests to settle in throughout their stay. Whether enjoying unhurried mornings by the water or unwinding after a day at the beach, the home’s warm coastal style supports an easy, relaxing experience.

Outdoors, the private pool and spa overlook the lake, with comfortable loungers and a firepit set across the back patio for both daytime relaxation and evening gatherings. A staircase leads down to a peaceful dock that creates a quiet spot to enjoy the water and take in the scenery. Guests also enjoy access to Destiny West’s community amenities, including a lagoon-style pool, hot tub, fitness center, tennis court, and half-court basketball. Public beach access at The Crab Trap is just a short walk away, about 6 minutes on foot or a 5-minute ride using the complimentary 6-passenger golf cart (LSV). Casa Esmeralda is also close to local favorites such as The Whale’s Tail and Pompano Joe’s, as well as the shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets, offering a stay that reflects the ease and charm of Destin.

*For safety and insurance reasons, the indoor living room fireplace is not operational.

Home Layout and Bedroom Details:

1st Floor:

Kitchen: This kitchen maximizes functionality with a kitchen island and bar seating for 4. Included are stainless steel Samsung appliances and a 5-burner gas range, double toaster, Keurig, coffeepot, crockpot, griddle, and blender, as well as all the normal utensils and cookware. It is fully stocked and ready to cook for large families.

Dining Room: A formal dining room table is adjacent to the kitchen and can seat up to 8 guests. Not only can you see the TV from this space, but it also has a front-row view of the backyard and pool.

Living Room: This cozy living room is right next to the dining room and has a full-sized sofa, a loveseat, and 2 accent chairs. Watch your favorite shows on the large 55-inch, 4K flat-screen TV.

Bedroom + Bathroom #1: It has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, and a flat-screen TV. It also has its own private bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Bathroom #2: This is an easily accessible bathroom adjacent to the laundry room, including a walk-in shower.

Laundry Room: Located downstairs is a washer and a dryer. You will find all of the towels stored here.

Backyard: Your own lakefront oasis awaits you. Enjoy the saltwater pool and spa or take advantage of the home’s beautiful dock over the lake.

2nd Floor:

Bedroom #2: This room is a bunk room that includes a full/full bunk, dresser, and flat-screen TV. This bedroom shares Bathroom #2 with Bedroom #3, accessible from the hallway.

Bedroom + Bathroom #3: This bedroom has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2-night stands, and a flat-screen TV. This attached bathroom can also be accessed from the hallway.

Bedroom + Bathroom #4: This master bedroom has a king-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, accent chairs, and a flat-screen TV. It has a spacious, private bathroom with a walk-in shower and freestanding tub. It is complete with a private balcony that boasts a lake view.

House Rules:
-Guests must be at least 25 years old to book this property.
-This is a NON-smoking property.

Student Booking Policies:
-College student groups must all inquire and get approval before booking. Rates for student groups are subject to change; the price will be determined upon inquiry.
-If a college student group is accepted, they will be subject to a $100.00 fully refundable damage deposit per person.
-Golf carts are not included for groups under the age of 25 or college student groups.

Pets:
-This home is pet-friendly, up to 30lb in size, but all pets must be approved and are subject to a pet fee upon approval. Please request approval before booking.

Parking:
-All cars must be in the driveway. 4 cars maximum. No Trailers, RVs, Scooters, Boats, or Motorcycles are permitted per HOA rules.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a hot tub and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,976 square feet

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
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
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

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Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, was just as described. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and in an excellent location. We really enjoyed siting on the dock on the evening!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. A short trip by LSV to the beach. They allowed us to have our small dog and company. Worked with Travel Life Vacations and they were helpful and easy to work with. The home was very clean and had everything you would need in a kitchen. Full laundry available. Highly recommended.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great. Very nice gated community. Loved cruising on the golf cart. House was very clean. Communication was excellent with owners. Pool and hot tub very nice and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mirela K.

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

Great Vacation

We had great time staying in this house. Location was great and we really enjoyed pool and spa. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebekah B.

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

Florida vacay

Overall enjoyed our stay. Golf cart was a terrific addition! Location to beach was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

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

Beautiful House in a Gorgeous Neighborhood

The house was beautiful and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook. Pool area was stunning. Bedrooms were comfortable and clean. Loved our stay, will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great house and great locations!

This house was great for our family and the grand parents! The owners were super nice and easy to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah W.

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

Great Property! Amazing Location!

We had a great time and the host is so nice! We love the subdivision and short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra t.

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

Beautiful home

Property was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blair T.

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

Minimoon trip

We came down for our mini-moon and had a wonderful. We really enioyed the house and how convenient it was to the beach!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara D.

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

Fall Break

Management was quick to respond to a minor issue we had. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great Trip and Host

We were very pleased with the home and the amenities provided. Great location to the beach and various restaurants. The host was super responsive to calls, texts and e-mails. Would highly recommend this property for your stay in Destin, Fl. Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura o.

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

Thank you!

We had a great family vacation. Loved the neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Wonderful

The space was perfect, the kitchen had everything we needed, the bedrooms and bathrooms were as nice as pictured. We all really enjoyed the outdoor spaces and the view was amazing. Overall this vacation was perfect!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noelle S.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Beautiful property with even better owners! I would rent this place again without thinking twice about it! Great communication with owners & perfect location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

annette p.

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

Amazing experience

House and pool were great, and those frogs at night are hilarious! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

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

Family Time

Loved the location of the property. Close to everything our family needed which gave us more time to spend together. House was beautiful. Owners were easy to communicate with and were very accommodating! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail K.

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

Mrs

The house was amazing… we all slept comfortably and had plenty of space to spread out… will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house in a great location. Potential guests make sure you read the full description regarding an extra cost to heat the hot tub / pool. Seems like we paid enough to at least have the hot tub heated without an added cost! Also wish check in time was earlier and I don’t agree with the checkout procedures (having to empty the dishwasher and to have all towels washed, dried and put up). What does the cleaning crew do? Lol Also, no instructions on how to light the fire pit. Other than these issues, we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

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

Casa Esmeralda

This house is very spacious so you aren’t on top of each other. There were 9 of us, 3 were kids. The pool is a good size for beach properties and the view of the lake is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Family Trip 2023

This was our first time to Destin, 1st VRBO and 1st family vacation with our grandsons. The home and location was perfect for 7 adults and 2 little boys. Sara and Carlos were very accommodating and always responded to us immediately. We loved the lake view, quiet area and short walk to the beach. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful home and great location. We enjoyed having the pool right there and being close to the beach as well. We were happy with all the amenities provided. Kitchen was stocked well for making meals and beds were quite comfortable. Host communicated well and was very responsive. I would highly recommend. This was our first visit to Destin and we hope to return and stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location/Pool/Golf Cart

Perfect location, golf cart, pool, and beautiful views! House had several issues. Host did their best to address most urgent bathroom issues and response was quick-but we mostly dealt with the rest rather than complaining/taking valuable beach time. The two steps down to living room, curved staircase (varying width of steps), and decor (small rocks on the floor) are not kid friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay and Amber J.

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

Perfect Location

If you’re looking to rest and relax, this is the perfect spot. Whether it’s by the pool, relaxing at the dock staring at the lake, or a 5 minute walk to the beach - this location has it all. Sara was so friendly and welcoming & always quick to respond to questions. We rented a golf cart, but it definitely wasn’t necessary as the Crab Trap is right across from the neighborhood entrance. Definitely want to return back to Destin and can’t think of a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023