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'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

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Pool
Pool
Your own private pool!
Exterior
Exterior

Overview of 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8135 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Popular LocationEmerald Coast Centre9 min walk
  • Popular LocationDestin Commons11 min walk
  • Popular LocationJames Lee Park3 min drive
  • AirportDestin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)6 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

+2

Master Bedroom

Second Master

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Second Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

Newly renovated! Our charming Destin Florida Vacation Home is a three-bedroom cottage located in Destin's Crystal Beach community. We just installed brand new Luxury vinyl planks throughout our home and updated our kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances.

Conveniently located just one and one-half blocks from the pristine Emerald Coast beach. It is an easy walk and there are no busy streets to cross. With 20-foot high vaulted ceilings and a retractable wall of glass overlooking our private pool, our home allows the outside to become part of your everyday living environment. Every room contains a ceiling fan and a 6-foot privacy fence surrounds the pool. Children and families are welcome. You have this darling home, private pool and grassy play area all to yourself. Named “The Great Escape”, you will find this vacation home to be a wonderful retreat for families and/or couples.

The contemporary decor and open floor plan allow you to relax in the comfort of our vacation home. The location is convenient to Destin Commons, the Fort Walton Airport, Big Kahuna Water Theme Park, and numerous restaurants and cafes within walking distance - including our favorite ice cream place- The Marble Slab.. This absolutely perfect vacation home comes with a king bed in the primary suite, a king size bed in the second bedroom and 2 sets of twin bunk beds in the third bedroom, which is perfectly suited for children! You will find the kitchen is equipped with everything you need and all the comforts of home. The floor plan is open and airy, with a spacious feeling. Don’t forget about your private pool and patio area complete with gas grill and patio table and chairs and lounge chairs. It's a wonderful escape from the beach. But, the Destin Florida beaches are the BEST!!! Your wonderful vacation can start with a day with shopping or golf, hit the beach or sit by the pool, you can complete your day with a fabulous meal. Whether you are in the mood to dress up and go out, or grill out by the pool, it is your choice. Our home is centrally located to a wide-range of activities for all ages. We are confident you will enjoy your 'Great Escape' Destin vacation as much as we do!


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Property manager

Nancy Phinney
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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 less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cleaning fee is $200
Pool heat is $150 per week (upon request)
Pet fee is $100 per pet/per week

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 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 and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Destin

This vacation home is located in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin, and 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 Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 6 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk
  • Destin Commons - 11 min walk
  • James Lee Park - 3 min drive
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday celebration
Our 4th trip to the Great Escape. Our go to for a relaxing retreat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2024
Great Location, very comfortable home for Spring Break Enjoyed our stay Children had a great time Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
The property was a perfect size for our family with elder adults.. also being able to allow our 2 dogs was amazing. The pool and yard was perfect size. Neighborhood was quite and not busy which made it fanatic. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Destin vacation
The house is very well kept and has nearly anything you will need. We enjoyed the pool tremendously
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Relaxation
We enjoyed our stay here. The location is great for being close to stores, the mall, and the beach. Quiet neighborhood. We came here a long time ago and enjoyed returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Phinney

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Welcome to The Great Escape! This is our home away from home. We built this house in 1998 when we were living in Boston, MA and needed a place to 'escape' to. We found Destin. Most of our family and friends had not heard of Destin and thought we crazy to be building a vacation home so far away. They also thought it would be impossible to rent and manage from so far away. Well, 17 successful years later we're still at it and loving it. We get down to Destin a few times every year; although it is never enough and the visits are too short! Destin is like an addiction! We just want to go back for more. And, the more we talk to people, we learn we're not the only ones who feel this way. People have been going to Destin year after year - for 15-20 years or more! We love Destin, the people, the incredible beaches and the wonderful memories we build with each trip. We've had over 100 families stay at the Great Escape and many return each year. As a mother of 13 year old twins and a nine year old, our lives are extremely busy and I look forward to our weekly vacation each year. We strive to make The Great Escape a wonderful, relaxing experience for all of our guests and are sure you will enjoy it, and Destin, as much as we do. We look forward to having you visit!

Why they chose this property

The Great Escape is a retreat from your everyday life. It is equipped with everything you need - you just have to show up and relax! We are within walking distance to shopping, restaurants and of course the beach! The private back yard allows you to entertain friends or enjoy the peace. You choose! Coffee in your jammies by your own private pool or cocktails at night - the choice is yours!

What makes this property unique

Our home is just that - a home. We have decorated as a home and it comes equipped with everything you will need to enjoy your vacation. We provide all linens, inlcuding beach towels! We also have pool toys and beach toys for you to use. If you're traveling with small kids, leave the pack 'n play and booster seat at home - we've got both at our place for you to use!

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