Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!
House in Destin, FL
22 guests · 8 bedrooms · 7 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Unobstructed, permanent gulf views don't get any better than this... 180 degrees of snow white beaches and emerald green waters from every vantage point. Custom Coastal inspired retreat with a private, heated pool in exclusive gated Destiny West subdivision with community center, tennis, picket ball, basketball and pool. Walk less than 50 steps just across the street to one of our coast's widest stretch of public beaches.
Beach house has private pool, 8 bedrooms & 6.5 bathrooms. Sleeps 22!
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!
LESS THAN 50 STEPS TO THE SAND
PRIVATE POOL & HOT TUB
NEW 2021 OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH GAS GRILL, ICE MAKER, REFRIGERATOR
UNOBSTRUCTED GULF VIEW FROM ALL 3 LEVELS
COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST
NEWLY RENOVATED JANUARY 2021 PAINTED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR FURNITURE
WATCH THE DOLPHINS SWIM BY
UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE GULF AND BEACH
NEW COASTAL DECOR AND FURNITURE
AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM ON EACH LEVEL
HIGH SPEED WIFI ON EACH LEVEL
ELEVATOR, HEATED POOL, HOT TUB AND BEACH CHAIRS (AMENITY FEE)
VIEW SERENE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS FROM PRIVATE DECKS
Private Gated subdivision with access code given at checkin
Front door has access code to be used by all guests
Back gate behind house gives full access to the beach!
Private gated subdivision with area community pool, tennis, pickle ball and basketball. Fitness center access with key given to our guests with no extra charge!
Check in is 4:00 PM... Early check in when available for $295 fee! Head to the beach or pool!
Checkout is 9:00 AM...Late checkout to 11:00 AM when available $295 fee!
Pool and hot tub heat is $150/day or $895/wk
Pool is heated to 85 degrees & Hot tub to 100 degrees*
*The valves turn from the pool and heat the hot tub 4 PM to 10 PM
Elevator usage fee of $395/stay! Highly recommended for senior guests, quickly get groceries and drinks to kitchen on level 2, or to transport luggage to the third level!
Beach chair Rentals....$10/day/chair or $50/week/chair. Tommy Bahama light weight chairs with drink holders and small lined cooling area for ice! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR STAY. NO NEED TO BRING BEACH CHAIRS FROM HOME OR PURCHASE!
Pet friendly $500/pet... house trained small dogs
Beach house has private pool, 8 bedrooms & 6.5 bathrooms. Sleeps 22!
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!
LESS THAN 50 STEPS TO THE SAND
PRIVATE POOL & HOT TUB
NEW 2021 OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH GAS GRILL, ICE MAKER, REFRIGERATOR
UNOBSTRUCTED GULF VIEW FROM ALL 3 LEVELS
COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST
NEWLY RENOVATED JANUARY 2021 PAINTED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR FURNITURE
WATCH THE DOLPHINS SWIM BY
UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE GULF AND BEACH
NEW COASTAL DECOR AND FURNITURE
AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM ON EACH LEVEL
HIGH SPEED WIFI ON EACH LEVEL
ELEVATOR, HEATED POOL, HOT TUB AND BEACH CHAIRS (AMENITY FEE)
VIEW SERENE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS FROM PRIVATE DECKS
Private Gated subdivision with access code given at checkin
Front door has access code to be used by all guests
Back gate behind house gives full access to the beach!
Private gated subdivision with area community pool, tennis, pickle ball and basketball. Fitness center access with key given to our guests with no extra charge!
Check in is 4:00 PM... Early check in when available for $295 fee! Head to the beach or pool!
Checkout is 9:00 AM...Late checkout to 11:00 AM when available $295 fee!
Pool and hot tub heat is $150/day or $895/wk
Pool is heated to 85 degrees & Hot tub to 100 degrees*
*The valves turn from the pool and heat the hot tub 4 PM to 10 PM
Elevator usage fee of $395/stay! Highly recommended for senior guests, quickly get groceries and drinks to kitchen on level 2, or to transport luggage to the third level!
Beach chair Rentals....$10/day/chair or $50/week/chair. Tommy Bahama light weight chairs with drink holders and small lined cooling area for ice! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR STAY. NO NEED TO BRING BEACH CHAIRS FROM HOME OR PURCHASE!
Pet friendly $500/pet... house trained small dogs
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Destin, FL
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Reviews
10.0
My husband and I gathered our close friends and their children for our first non multi-unit condo Destin vacation, and we are never looking back! The peacefulness of having a place (particularly a pool!!!) all to yourself makes this property beyond worth it. The location can’t be beat - steps from the beach and The Crab Trap, plus just a short drive back west to the harbor or east to Baytowne Wharf. David was so easy to work with whenever we had questions or concerns. Don’t wait to book!!!
10.0
What an amazing week at a phenomenal house. Our family of 18 included 6 kids ages 5 and under. In spite of this there was space for everyone and we never felt crowded.
Everything in the house is high quality and the beds are so comfortable. This was by far the nicest house I’ve ever had the pleasure of renting and we’ve been making annual beach trips for over 20 years.
David was an amazing host and spent over an hour with us the day we arrived to ensure we understood how everything worked. The house is much smarter than I am so this time with David was invaluable.
There were no surprises as everything is as described. As a result, we’ll definitely rent this house again.
10.0
My family of 18 had a wonderful vacation while staying in "watch the dolphins swim by" house. It was just as described. The beds were comfortable and the house was very clean. I loved all the art work and decorating touches to make the house feel beachy, if that is a word. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, silverware and cooking pots. There was plenty of room for food we bought. It was nice having a washer and dryer on the first and third floors. We paid for the elevator which came in handy when we first arrived and when we left. We really did not need it during the week. The pool was cleaned three times while we were there. That was very nice. The pool was a bit smaller than expected but room enough for 7 children to have fun. The shower/hose was nice to rinse off after coming in from the beach. There are a ton of beach chairs, boogie boards and children's beach toys in the garage. There were also two wagons to haul things to the beach. My favorite part was the covered deck/patio from the 2nd level. It had plenty of chairs to sit, people watch and enjoy the ocean. The moon over the water was beautiful. It was nice being so close to the beach. Put up your tent/chairs early since the front row gets filled quickly. It was convenient to be able to walk to the restaurant across the street. It had great food too.
I had suggested to the owner that they might add some cushions to the pool chaise lounges. I would stay at this rental again! The owners were very nice.
10.0
I cannot say enough about this house and the hosts! The house is incredible and easily accommodated our crew of 16. This was our 1st trip with 2 families and we cannot wait to do it again! The hosts were lovely and so helpful with anything we needed. Do not look at any other houses, this house is perfect in every way. The location could not be any better, the house made us feel like celebrities. The space allowed for everyone to come together, but also had a places to go if they needed alone time. We will be back!!
10.0
David and his wife were exceptional hosts. David met us at the house to welcome us and gave us excellent information about the house. Any issues or questions we had, were addressed promptly. The home had many amenities (everything we needed and then some). Decor was beautiful, beds comfortable, and location was perfect. Our family was there for a group vacation. Nineteen of us stayed and we never felt crowded. We recommend this property for large families. Thank you David for sharing your beautiful vacation property with us!!!
10.0
As a family we have been doing beach vacations for many years. We have always done condos. This was our first time renting a beach house. We couldn’t have picked a better home. The house itself had every amenity we could hope for plus the location (and ocean views) were perfect. David is an excellent host. He met us our first day and gave a walk through which was very helpful. We had a great week and we’re already planning our next trip.
10.0
Me and my family stayed 6 nights at the fleur-de-lis and it was everything described and so much more! Its an awesome place from location to the pool and all the amenities. David the owner is very responsive to any and all questions. He went above and beyond! If you are on the fence about booking this property don’t hesitate, book it.
10.0
This villa is absolutely the best VRBO property I have ever stayed in!!! David was so helpful at check-in and even came personally to check our TV. You won't be sorry if you rent this villa. Everything we needed was there! Our blended family of 10 spread out in the home and had plenty of room for private quiet time but had 2nd floor for gathering together to watch tv, play games, & eat together. Loved this place and the care David and his wife have given to making this a memorable vacation destination!!! Thanks for the memories.
10.0
We stayed at this home May 11-18th with 14 family members. Our first impression was that this home is magnificent! The views are breath taking from every level. The beach is directly across from the house, only steps away. We found it to be very well equipped in the kitchen with the exception of stemmed wine glasses. Plastic wine glasses were available in abundance. The sound system in the house was awesome with every room having its own volume control. Bath towels were abundant. All beach necessities are available in the garage; beach chairs, noodles, canopy, floating devices, etc. which we found to be a great perk! All in all, the group as a whole had zero complaints. The owner was very communicative when we had questions. My only recommendation would be that a book with all important information about the home would be helpful for renters and also reduce phone calls and texts with questions. We would love to visit again and highly recommend this home for your large group. It was an amazing trip!
10.0
Everything was fantastic! Cannot say 1 negative thing. This was our groups 3rd trip together and everyone agreed that we will be back here. David , the owner, answered every question we had so quickly and accommodated us greatly. House is beautiful. We will be back in April 2025.
10.0
Our stay in Destin was amazing. We have visited many locations and stayed in many rentals and Fleur De Lis was the the best! Check in process was seamless. David is a very attentive owner and will make sure your stay is amazing. The location of the home is perfection. Our days consisted of travelling from the pool to the beach. Tough life. Temperature controls on each level are an added amenity. Speakers on each level were great too. Beds are extremely comfortable. I would highly recommend staying at this gorgeous home. Bring you binoculars to watch the dolphins swim by every morning.
10.0
This was an amazing house near the beach. Clean and amazing floor plan with lots of rooms. David and his wife are amazing hosts. Hot tub and pool are great as well.
10.0
Our vacation had a purpose of starting the grief healing process. After losing our father in death we decided as a family to meet in Destin to just be together and process our loss. This house was perfect for that. All the space we needed for all age groups. We didn't do much outside exploring of the area but the house, pool, beach and awesome walking path gave us all we needed.
David met us at the house upon arrival to explain a few of the homes functions- very glad he did, the house is a solid home with lots of extras that add to the enjoyment. The homes speaker system was fantastic allowing us to enjoy music throughout and those who wanted it a little more quiet had their own room controls. Our kids felt very spoiled with all the room and TV's. The endless supply of ice was the icing on the cake. Thank you David for making our stay 'just what we needed'.
10.0
Very clean and spacious house.
David was a great host and help accommodate all our needs.
We'll definitely come back to this luxurious property!
10.0
Very nice. Perfect size for our group.
10.0
Spectacular views! EASY quick beach access!! Excellent comfortable accommodations. Direct access to the owners and immediate response to our questions. You get what u pay for and this was our very best accommodations ever while vacationing in Destin FL. Would never hesitate to vacation at this location!!! It created wonderful memories for our summer beach trip! Thanks!!
10.0
Beautiful home, perfect location, plenty of rooms for everyone. Owner is super nice. In all the homes I have stayed, I have never had the owner, visit with us like David did. Just made us even feel more comfortable staying there.
8.0
property was very good however owner charged excessive amount for pool heat at 150 per day and 395 to use elevator. charging those items at those prices put a damper on whole experience.
8.0
The home was absolutely beautiful! We had 14 total adults staying the week and we were all perfectly accommodated. The home is well stocked with cooking utensils if you decide to cook in. The location is perfect, just a short walk across the street to the beach. The owner, David, was very responsive to any of our questions or needs. Will definitely stay again!
10.0
Absolutely our best stay yet! The home is spectacular the beach was breathtaking. Our family goes to Destin every summer we enjoy it so much. Thank you David for making sure our stay was comfortable.
10.0
David and his wife were great hosts. Their home was all we had hoped. Plenty of space, clean and comfortable. The location was perfect and the views amazing. Can’t wait to get back one day.
10.0
The Fleur de lis house was amazing! We had 5 families & the split floor plans on multiple levels gave everyone privacy with the main living area being spacious enough for all of us! Everyone wants to return next year. Thank you for the tour, David! We appreciate you going above and beyond to make us comfortable.
10.0
We had a wonderful time at Fleur-de-lis!! It’s well appointed and the view is gorgeous! Highly recommend this spot! We will be back!!
10.0
It was beautiful home
10.0
This is a great place for family time.
We made so many wonderful memories.
The house was perfect for our family of 15.
The view of the gulf is amazing.
10.0
The house was exactly as you see! Wonderful and spacious with wonderful views! David (house owner) was very communicative and responsive! Such a delight to rent from him! I will be back!
8.0
We had a great stay at this property. The location and view from patio was perfect. Very comfortable and lots of space for everyone. We can’t wait to return to Destin!
10.0
The host was responsive and very friendly. When we arrived, he gave us a tour and the ins and out of the property. The location could not have been any better right in front of the beach and walking distance to a cool lunch place w an outdoor bar! The house was gorgeous w ample space for all 20 of us. The pool was perfect. Highly recommend!
10.0
Great location and very spacious!
10.0
Beach Front Beauty
Fabulous house. Across the street from the beach with unobstructed view of the ocean. Sat out on the second floor porch most evenings. Always a breeze. Even in June it was pleasant. This house is huge. Our three generation family found the right combo of rooms and bathrooms. The owner always answered my e-mails and texts within 30 minutes. He came over the first day to show us around. Stand alone ice makers in kitchen and by pool was a plus. Gated community with pool and tennis court marked for pickle ball . Too many things to list. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We were ages 7 to 80.
10.0
Fabulous and Exceptional!!!
Everything about our stay was perfect. This was a family vacation with 10 adults and three children. We loved the view of the ocean from all the balconies. We spent a lot of time on the balconies. Plenty of room for all of us. Beautifully decorated, and well stocked with all we would ever need. We highly recommend this property!
10.0
THE MOST EPIC PROPERTY EVER!!!!
From the moment you pull up to this gated community; YOU ARE IN FOR "SHEER OPULENCE"!!! The grounds are so well manicure!!! THE HOME - OMGAAAAWWWWDDD!!!! THIS LOCATION IS EVERYTHING!! The owner, David was there at your evey whim and so attentive; yest very responsive!! Thank you, David for extending your beautiful home to US!!! I WILL BE BACK!!! SAME TIME NEXT YEAR!!!
10.0
Absolutely gorgeous!
One of the most beautiful VRBO homes we’ve ever rented. The owner was super helpful and very accommodating. The rooms, the pool, the amazing views were fascinating. Highly, highly recommend!
10.0
Amazing property in a beautiful location.
The property was very well maintained, located in a prime location with beautiful views.
10.0
Great Location and view of the beach
Family of 14 enjoyed the house, It featured a great layout, pool, and right across the street from the beach!
10.0
Beautiful place
This was an amazing week!! David the owner was awesome to work with he made sure everything was perfect for us.
10.0
FleurdeLis
Fabulous! There were a few small issues as can be expected from a property this size but David was incredibly responsive and most gracious. The views are phenomenal, steps to the beach and incredible common and private areas. Loved our stay and have already recommended to friends
10.0
Amazing Beach Vacation
The property was everything we hoped for. The house is beautiful and luxurious. The attention to detail is evident. David was attentive to all our needs with being overbearing. We would definitely stay again!!!
10.0
beautiful and clean house.
easy access to beach, all bathrooms water pressure is strong, bedrooms clean and beautiful beach view, no problem with air conditioner. ** if you use a lot paper towels and toilet papers, please bring extra.*** overall the house is excellent, will come back, David is good host. thanks
10.0
Right across from the beach
Beautiful home with an unbeatable location! Owner was quick to respond to a few minor issues. We loved our stay here!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Destin?
The average price for a rental in Destin is $498 per night. This rental is $1,483 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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