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Destin Dolphin | Pet-Friendly Crystal Beach Home with Private Pool & Short Walk to Beach

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of palm trees and a building in the background.
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A modern living room with white furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.
A modern living room with wicker chairs, a grey sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a central island with bar stools.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms2569 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Located in Destin (Crystal Beach), this vacation home is steps from Miramar Beach and a 4-minute drive from Henderson Beach State Park. .This vacation home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Destin Beaches and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • James Lee Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • James Lee Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Another Broken Egg Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Destin Dolphin | Pet-Friendly Crystal Beach Home with Private Pool & Short Walk to Beach

**Bring the family, bring the pups and spend fall break one beach block from the Gulf—with a private pool and backyard made for unforgettable evenings.**

Welcome to Destin Dolphin, a renovated five-bedroom, four-bathroom Crystal Beach retreat accommodating up to 12 guests. With two living areas, two kitchens and flexible spaces across two connected floors, this pet-friendly Destin vacation rental is ideal for families and multi-generational groups.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE DESTIN DOLPHIN

* Quick walk to James Lee Beach
* Private, fully fenced backyard pool
* Pet-friendly with an additional fee
* Outdoor kitchen and two grills
* Two living rooms and two kitchens
* Upstairs balcony with a Gulf view
* Dolphin jet water feature
* Parking for up to five vehicles
* Beach chairs and toys available

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

First Floor:

* Bedroom 1: King bed with private ensuite bathroom
* Bedroom 2: King bed and twin-over-twin bunk with private ensuite bathroom
* Bedroom 3: Twin-over-queen bunk
* Bedroom 4: Queen bed
* Full shared bathroom with bathtub

Second Floor:

* Primary bedroom: King bed with private ensuite bathroom
* Hallway sleeping area: Twin-over-twin bunk
* Second living room, kitchen and half bathroom

Although the home offers flexible sleeping arrangements, the maximum permitted occupancy is 12 guests in accordance with local regulations.

SPACE FOR EVERYONE

The first floor offers an open-concept living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen, plus direct access to the backyard. Upstairs, guests can enjoy a second living room, additional kitchen and Gulf-view balcony.

The floors have separate entrances and connect from inside, giving families the flexibility to spend time together while still enjoying privacy.

YOUR PRIVATE BACKYARD OASIS

Swim beneath the palms, relax beside the dolphin water feature or prepare dinner in the outdoor kitchen. Artificial turf, two grills and a convenient poolside half bathroom make outdoor living easy.

Pool heating is available for an additional fee during eligible months but is not offered April through October.

FALL BREAK IN CRYSTAL BEACH

Start your morning with a quick walk to Destin's sugar-white sand, return for a private pool afternoon and end the evening around the outdoor kitchen. You'll also be close to restaurants, shopping, fishing excursions, state parks and family-friendly Destin attractions.

GOOD TO KNOW

Pet approval and an additional pet fee apply. Howard Vacations provides an initial supply of essential bathroom and kitchen amenities. We recommend bringing or purchasing additional toiletries, paper products, trash bags, laundry supplies and kitchen necessities. Beach chairs and toys are provided, although guests may prefer to bring their own.

LOCALLY HOSTED WITH CARE

Destin Dolphin is professionally hosted by Howard Vacations, a boutique, locally based, veteran-owned and family-operated vacation rental company serving Florida's Emerald Coast. Expect a thoughtfully prepared home, responsive local support and personal hospitality.

**Book Destin Dolphin and give your family—and four-legged companions—a fall beach vacation worth remembering.**
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Heated pool

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2,569 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

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

Rules

HOWARD VACATION House Rules & Guest Guidelines

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 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 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

Property is also known as

1001445

Destin Dolphin | Pet-Friendly Crystal Beach Home with Private Pool & Short Walk to Beach Reviews

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to the beach and Shopping. Nice big backyard and pool. House decorated very nice. Perfect for large families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described. The owner has excellent communication in the beach is less than a two minute walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026