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Modern Beach Retreat • Hot Tub • Private Beach Access • Sleeps 10

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Beach nearby
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Place, Kitchenique
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Golf Course At Seascape Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Miramar Beach

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Miramar Beach, a 2-minute drive from Miramar Beach and 14 minutes from Destin Beaches. .This vacation home is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Henderson Beach State Park.

What's nearby

  • Kitchenique - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Golf Garden of Destin - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Destin Yarn Shop - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Whales Tail - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬3 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.

Modern Beach Retreat • Hot Tub • Private Beach Access • Sleeps 10

WELCOME TO 266 N. ST. FRANCIS
Tucked inside the quiet, gated community of Emerald Waters Village, 266 N. St. Francis is a modern coastal retreat designed for effortless beach living. Ideal for families and groups, this single-level home offers private neighborhood beach access just minutes away, two community pools, and a fully fenced backyard with a brand-new hot tub. Inside, you’ll enjoy an updated coastal aesthetic, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtfully curated amenities that make it easy to settle in and relax from day one.

HIGHLIGHTS YOU’LL LOVE
• Single-level home with open, light-filled living spaces
• Approx. 7-minute walk to private Emerald Waters Village beach access
• Brand-new 4-person hot tub in a fully fenced backyard
• Two community pools, including one directly across the street
• One pool heated seasonally (typically Feb–Apr)
• Sleeps 10 comfortably across multiple sleeping options
• King suite with private ensuite bathroom and workspace
• Two additional queen bedrooms plus twin bunk beds
• Queen sleeper sofa for flexible sleeping
• Screened-in patio for shaded lounging and outdoor dining
• Dining table with seating for up to 10
• Fully stocked kitchen with extensive cookware and storage options
• Gas fireplace for cozy evenings
• Smart TVs in every room
• 4 beach cruiser bikes with helmets included
• Beach gear provided for easy days on the sand
• Quiet, gated neighborhood close to dining, shopping, and attractions

INSIDE THE HOME
Main Living Area
The open-concept living area is designed for comfort and connection, featuring plush seating, a large Smart TV, a gas fireplace, and a spacious dining area with seating for up to 10 guests. Sliding doors lead directly to the screened-in patio, creating an easy indoor/outdoor flow perfect for relaxing after beach days.

Fully Equipped Kitchen
The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked and designed for real vacation living, featuring stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a generous selection of cookware, bakeware, utensils, and serving pieces. A dedicated coffee and tea setup, along with helpful storage items like Tupperware, foil, and Ziplocs, makes meal prep and snacks simple and stress-free.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS (Sleeps 10)
Single Level (Sleeps 10)
• Primary King Suite (Sleeps 2): King bed, workspace, private ensuite bathroom
• Queen Bedroom 1 (Sleeps 2): Queen bed
• Queen + Bunk Bedroom (Sleeps 4): Queen bed and twin bunk beds
• Additional Sleeping (Sleeps 2): Queen sleeper sofa in the living area

Bathrooms are conveniently located and stocked with thoughtful essentials for all guests.

OUTDOOR SPACES
Enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard ideal for relaxing and spending time together. Unwind in the brand-new 4-person hot tub, enjoy meals on the screened-in patio, or fire up the grill for casual dinners at home. The quiet cul-de-sac-style setting offers a peaceful atmosphere for both kids and adults.

BEACH ACCESS
Private Emerald Waters Village beach access is an easy 7–10 minute walk through the neighborhood. This private access point offers a calmer, less crowded beach experience—perfect for families seeking space, clean sand, and relaxed Gulf days.

COMMUNITY POOL ACCESS
Guests have access to two community pools within Emerald Waters Village. One pool is located directly across the street, while the second is elsewhere in the neighborhood. One pool is heated seasonally (typically Feb–Apr). Community pools close at dusk year-round.

PRIME LOCATION
Emerald Waters Village is one of Miramar Beach’s most desirable gated communities, known for its quiet streets, private beach access, and convenient location. From here, you’re just minutes from beachfront restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and popular shopping destinations like Silver Sands Premium Outlets, with Destin-area attractions a short drive away.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
Starter supplies typically include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, soap, dish sponge, dishwasher tablets, dish soap, trash bags, laundry detergent, and basic kitchen essentials such as coffee, filters, and select spices. Guests may need to replenish consumables depending on the length of stay and group size.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• No smoking
• No parties or loud noise; quiet hours strictly enforced
• Primary renter must be 25+ and present for the entire stay
• Community pools close at dusk year-round
• Liability waiver required for hot tub and bikes
• HOA does not permit RVs, trailers, or camper parking
• Standard cancellation policy applies

YOUR HOST
I’m a dad of two, a longtime family-trip enthusiast, and a dedicated vacation rental host. As a traveler myself, I expect a vacation home to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, well maintained, generously stocked, stylish, and supported by a host who is available and happy to help. Those expectations shaped the way I host.
As your host, you can count on clear communication, prompt responses, thoughtful amenities, and a more personal, attentive approach to your stay. I take pride in creating the kind of hassle-free, memorable vacation experience I want for my own family.
According to my guest reviews, your vacation is in good hands!

BOOK YOUR STAY AT 266 N. ST. FRANCIS TODAY
Modern comfort, private beach access, and a relaxing hot tub retreat await-your Emerald Coast getaway starts here.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace 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 keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 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

Guest is Required to Sign Rental Agreement - sorry for this extra step in the process!
Minimum Age of Primary Renter is 25 years of age, and Primary Renter must be present for duration of stay. NO SMOKING, NO PARTIES, NO LOUD MUSIC

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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Reviews

Modern Beach Retreat • Hot Tub • Private Beach Access • Sleeps 10 Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cheryl p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home was well furnished. Had all the extras. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place To Stay

Property was wonderful, I have never felt more “home” away from home. Clean and a nice nautical feel. Great location to beach and to some stores and restaurants. Located in nice gated community. Stan was very friendly and if there is any questions or issues support is friendly and quick. Can’t wait to stay with Stan here again or at his other properties. Highly recommend! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S., Arnoldsville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home for Family Getting Together at Destin Beach Area

The house was wonderful for our family with plenty of room for 5 adults. Newly updated with stylish furnishings and easily accessible gated community. Only down side was busy adjacent street, which one may expect in such a popular area. We had great communication with the host.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

More than 5 Stars

This by far has been the best house rental I’ve been too. Very well stocked, clean, close to food and shopping, the beach and the owner showed outstanding hospitality. We would definitely recommend to others and will be back ourselves!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

I loved the location and neighborhood. The house was very beautiful and comfortable.

My experience for renting this property was easy. I didn't have any problems. I will book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022