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The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

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This Cottage is the second to the back on the right side of the community
Living room
Living area
Open floor plan is great for Family gatherings
Living area

Overview of The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Miramar Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationMiramar Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationJames Lee Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDestin Commons6 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)10 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

+1

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

Flip Flop Inn is a new home in popular and beautiful Beach Retreat. Two-story, three bedroom/three bath beach cottage with oversize wraparound balconies sleeps 12 people. Located in a gated community with pool, hot tub and gym, just 200 yards from private beach access to the sugar white sands and emerald Gulf waters. Community pool is heated during Thanksgiving week, Christmas week and for Spring Break!
We also provide Beach Set up Service in Season, Mar - Oct.

Located along one of the most desirable beaches in the nation, Beach Retreat is a family-oriented beach community located on Scenic Gulf Highway and in the heart of beautiful Destin, where the sand is like sugar and Gulf waters are clear and emerald green. Beach Retreat is centrally located to all of Destin's wonderful restaurants, water sports and activities, including Silver Sands outlet mall, Sandestin and Baytowne Wharf, Destin Commons, Big Kahuna's Waterpark, The Track, upscale shopping, casual and fine dining, movie theaters and beautiful golf courses.


Further details for this vacation house rental in Miramar Beach, Florida
First Floor: On the first floor of the home is a beautifully furnished living room and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. The kitchen is fully equipped so you can cook as if you were at home, and the large dining table provides plenty of room to serve a big meal. Additional seating is available at the eat-in bar. One of the two sofas is a queen sleeper! Also on the first floor is the first of two master bedrooms with a King-sized bed and flat-screen TV with DVD, attached to a full bath with double vanities. A full-size washer and dryer are located downstairs.

Second Floor: On the second floor is a second master bedroom with a King-sized bed and flat-screen TV with DVD, plus an adjoining bath with a whirlpool tub and separate shower. The second-floor master also offers access to the wraparound balcony so you can enjoy a nightcap on the balcony before you slip between the sheets. The third bedroom is also on the second floor and it has two sets of bunkbeds, each one is twin-over-full. This room sleeps a total of six people and is attached to its own full bathroom. It also has a TV and DVD player, and opens to the backside of the wraparound balcony.

Beach Retreat: Located along one of the most desirable beaches in the nation, Beach Retreat is a family-oriented beach community located on Scenic Gulf Highway and in the heart of beautiful Destin. We offer our guests 300 feet of private beach for Beach Retreat owners and their rental guests only, with umbrella and chair rentals available. Facilities for showering off the sand when returning from the beach are conveniently located at the entrances to the community and the swimming pool. Guests will also enjoy the large swimming pool which includes a hot tub, fountains and lush landscaping. Chaise lounges, tables and chairs are provided for your comfort, and restrooms are located at the pool for use by vacationers and their guests. is located near the pool (with a separate enclosure for the safety of small children) so you have the option to grill your own meals. Our house is only 100 yards from the pool so you can easily carry your food and supplies to and from the pool.

Property manager

Kathy Shampine - Kastlekeepers, LLC
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet fee is $150

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Full week, Sat to Sat reservations required during Spring Break and Summer season

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 4 min walk
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 4 min drive
  • James Lee Park - 4 min drive
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 5 min drive
  • Destin Commons - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pompano Joe's - 11 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Whale's Tail At Seascape - 3 min drive
  • Crab Trap Destin - 3 min drive
  • Kenny D's New Orleans Cuisine - 9 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Great spot and perfect location
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property with Great Property Manager
House was beautiful and in a great location with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
House was perfect for my family! Very clean and maintained. Close to places to eat and could walk many places.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Great location with easy access to the beach, pool, and local shopping. The cottage was very spacious, had good storage, and accommodated our family well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Love staying in these houses! Always super nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Shampine - Kastlekeepers, LLC

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This property is managed by: JSRE/Kastlekeepers LLC

Why they chose this property

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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