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Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area

Beachfront vacation home near Destin Beaches

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TV, DVD player
A spacious living room with a gray sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. A sliding glass door leads to a balcony with a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach.
A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a sandy shore, and a rocky breakwater in the background.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a large window offering a view.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jetty East Condominiums
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

On the beach.With a stay at this Holiday Isle vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Destin Beaches and 3 miles (5 km) of Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Destin Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cj’s Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪TAILFINS Ale House & Oyster Bar - ‬7 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.

Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area

Dolphin Cove - Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental on Holiday Isle with Beachviews

Favorite Features:
- Gulf Front (Must use O'Steen Public Beach Access)
- Pets Allowed
- Beachviews

More about Dolphin Cove:
Dolphin Cove is a beautiful townhouse located in the well-sought neighborhood of Holiday Isle. Located directly on the beach, guests have amazing unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico in a quiet and serene community you'll be eager to call 'home' during your trip. If you haven't been to Holiday Isle, you are in for a treat. A peninsula surrounded by The Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor, it is a serene, little oasis within the heart of Destin with two and a half miles of paved trails for walking and biking. This ideal location is just minutes away from restaurants, shopping, boat docks, fishing, golf, and amusements.

Dolphin Cove greets guests with coastal comfort. Three floors of this townhouse allow for plenty of space for you and your guests. Sleeping 10, this home has three bedrooms and three baths. The first floor welcomes you with a king suite. Complete with private patio access and views of the Gulf, an ensuite bathroom, and a large flatscreen TV. This suite is perfect for those who prefer to not use stairs and seek access right onto the sugar sands of the Emerald Coast.

Guests can seek dining and entertainment on the second floor. Entering the second floor you are comforted by the traditional coastal appeal. A comfortable living room with a large flat-screen TV, sleeper sofa, and a balcony that overlooks the Gulf welcome you. This townhouse is complete with a fully equipped kitchen and stainless steel appliances. In addition, this space is furnished with a dining table that seats six and allows for plenty of dining space.

The other two bedrooms are located on the third floor. The master bedroom has private balcony access and unparalleled views of the gulf. Also, an ensuite bathroom with a spa-style tub, dual glass sinks, and a walk-in closet are found in this suite. The final bedroom is furnished with a set of twin bunks, a twin/twin trundle daybed, and a private bathroom.

Dolphin Cove is the perfect home to make family memories. An easy walk along the beach will take you to the jetties, where the Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor meet. This spot is well-known for great snorkeling and fishing. In addition, Dolphin Cove is nearby plenty of shopping and dining. This townhome has everything you need for your next vacation; Gulf-front, near restaurants and entertainment, and coastal ambiance.

Sleeping Arrangements:
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King Bed with Patio Access & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo

THIRD FLOOR
Bedroom 2: King Bed with Patio Access & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo
Bedroom 3: Twin over Twin Bunk, Twin Daybed with Trundle & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

467960

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.5 mi (31-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Destin.

Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming with plenty of supplies left which we were not expecting but appreciated. Great communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin Dolphin Cove

Great location, close to everything and the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach

The place was beautiful. The sand was gorgeous. Walking to the beach was easy and the water was amazing. My friends enjoyed that they had a private bathroom in all the rooms. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so awesome! Very very clean ! Beds and pillows were A-1.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice property

Townhouse was good. Only thing is beach access. But all in all, our experience was pretty good. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon

It was just as described and more! I hope to stay again very soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Cove

Amazing property! Up to date everything, super clean and amazing views! Easily the best place we’ve stayed yet! We will definitely be back and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin August 2024

Very convenient to the beach and grocery
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good getaway

Fairly close to water, you will get your daily steps in for sure. Beautiful location. Very tight in the back due to a fence a couple feet from property, can't get a beach buggy out. Overall we still give it a 5 star. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vernedia D B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice townhouse with a beautiful view of the beach

This townhouse was very nice with a beautiful view of the beach. I would make a return visit if the opportunity present itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a blast!!!

Everything was amazing. The only "problem" we had was with the Emerald Grand people and their claiming the beach, but it worked out because there is a nicer area away from those folks and their blue chairs a little farther down the beach. Will totally stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Beautiful spacious property that came with everything we need to enjoy our stay. Property is three levels...king room on 1st level, main area on the 2nd level and 2 king rooms on the 3rd level. Beautiful views of the beach from the main level and the 3rd level. Location is ideal for resturants and attractions...short drive to the outlets. Family friendly location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
This property is nothing like the pictures make it out to be people walking through our patio to get to the beach all hours of the day and night not very satisfied
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional!

The unit was spacious and clean. It was a short path walk through the dunes to a beautiful private beach. We had beach chairs and an umbrella proceeded. It was a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Dolphin Cove

The inside of the property was great but the surroundings were not. The outside beachfront was not taken care of and there was a chain link fence that was not shown in the pictures. Lots of trash and weeds. The view was great and all in all we had a wonderful month.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week!

It’s always a worry that “pet friendly” will smell bad and this rental did not smell bad. They also provided 3 beach chairs and umbrellas for our use. 5 min walk to the beach. The beach area was awesome with low waves so it was great for floating. Had everything we needed in the kitchen. Drip coffee pot but no Keurig which was fine for us. Beds were super comfortable!! Showers had great water pressure! We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

Our stay at Dolphin Cave was an excellent break from the pandemic. We (a family of four) enjoyed our stay at a beautiful townhouse with the beach as our back yard and an amazing unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. The townhouse was in a quiet and serene community. Bedrooms were large and comfortable; all with private bathrooms and large TV’s. The three-story townhouse was equipped with everything that you could imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

Awesome house, plenty of room, everything you would need. not much parking area. There is a garage but if you have two full size trucks parking one in the garage is out of the question.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Overall, the house is nice and clean. However, while we were expecting a little bit of a walk down the path to the beach, it wasn’t mentioned that you have to walk even further down the beach to get a spot. The spot at the end of the path is private and we were asked to move on down the beach after getting all set up. We texted the property contact and they said this was “odd” to be asked to move. So I’m not sure where the miscommunication lies. This long walk to the “public access” beach made it almost unbearable for my mother in law and two toddlers. Not to mention, a pontoon brings loads of people back and forth to this “private” beach area - it was quite crowded. With that said, the house is good, but we wouldn’t stay again due to the beach inconveniences.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Would recommend putting some type of visual warning for the step on the top balcony. It’s painted to where it blends in and one of my kids and myself both fell down it, missing the step because we didn’t see it. Wonderfully updated. Fully stocked with appliances and accessories. I loved the amount of towels and extra sheets provided and they were wrapped to keep them clean. Lots of space for larger family. The umbrella set up in front of the house are not available to rent (hotel only) so you have to walk farther down to the left to get a beach spot. If you don’t mind a small work out, it’s a quieter location. Lots of boat drop off/pick up throughout the day, but relatively quiet. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

A rough walk to Walmart cove.

The property was as described, clean, well stocked. Extremely friendly property management company, probably the best I’ve ever booked with really. The property location, is not ideal. The cove is a hike to get to, and the reward for your arrival is not there. I named it Walmart cove for a reason. There’s a constant flow of boats from Emerald Isle dropping off guests, as well as multiple commercial snorkel boats. The only waves you get here come from passing boats. The sand feels weird, you don’t get much of a breeze. Our group decided we needed the actual ocean, so made the 1/4 mile trek to see the real waves instead. It’s not a bad place, but we won’t be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break with younger children.

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful townhouse! Great location! Great view! Great access to the beach! Roomie space enough for six spread up. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. There are beach, chairs and umbrellas for visitors. Beautiful sunsets. And a new park being built at the end of the road.A few things to mention, that was not in the description of property,, quite a bit of hike to the beach. Beach in front of house is. Privately own and not. Usable for guest of this property. Thus, making it even longer hike for small children. Lots of boat activity in the cove by the jetties. Plus there’s a fence directly behind the property leading a foot path approximately 2 foot wide that is accessed by many of the neighbors. No true privacy for the bedroom downstairs.. this area is very prickly with overgrown plants. I would ask the property managers to perhaps put some pavers along the path.I would also offer the suggestion of more kid, friendly amenities, such as plastic cups and plates, beach, toys, games, etc.Again, thank you so much for allowing us Visit your beautiful home
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway!

Overall, our stay was good. The unit could have been cleaner. I understand because I took dogs, dog hair is hard to manage however, there were clumps of dog hair (not from mine) everywhere. The main floor furniture was very dirty, and worn. The upstairs sink was clogged. Other things were not so perfectly cleaned but I dealt with it. If you take dogs, and they are boujee like mine there is no grass nearby so the 4 am bathroom breaks require a long walk to the street.to find grass. The view was amazing, the space was great. Way too much for my husband, myself and pups. Very quiet area. Uber service was utilized with no problem to this location. It should be stated in the details that parking, if you have a large vehicle may be difficult. Ours did not fit in the garage and took up the entire driveway extending to the road. Love the extra ice machine. Baby/dog gates need replaced outside they are not reliable or safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alison A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
False advertisement. There is NOT a private outdoor area, even the back decks are connected from one home to the next with flimsy child gates to put up if needed.. the neighbors dog came over and peed on our deck.. the back walkway is used frequently by others as it is the only way to get to the “private beach” that you are not allowed to use after you trespass through the sand dunes..approx 1/2 mi (no trespassing/ private property signs everywhere) others come from surrounding condos with a map showing them to cut through the back walkway to get to this beach. Don’t leave the curtains open unless you want passerby’s to be able to look in. The grounds need upkeep, limbs and debree everywhere. We drove down to the boardwalk and went to the beach there.. inside was nice. Living room lacks comfortable seating for more than a couple guests. Beds were comfortable. If you have small children or older adults be aware, there are a lot of stairs.. my aunt fell the first night and broke her foot. Leave the light on in the half bath on the 2nd floor, so you can see the steps better. Carpet and tile are same color so she missed a step thinking she was on the last step. The dryer vent is not hooked up, so all the hot air blew out in the hall. The outlet in the first floor bathroom doesn’t work. Carpet on stairs could used cleaning. Parking is awful if you have more than one car. Only 2 allowed, must park in the garage, yet sign on door says 3 allowed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Poor beach area availability

There is one bedroom on the bottom floor and the other 2 bedrooms are on the top floor with all the living space on the second floor. There is a random board that sticks out further than the wall (it’s attached to said wall, has hooks at one end for shirts/towels/coats/whatever) on the second floor stairs leading to the 3rd floor that you will hit your face on if you’re not paying attention. A BIG downfall to this property - there is only about a foot of space off the patio before you have a chain link fence in your face (see pic as this is not shown in the property pics)! the beach area shown with a few umbrellas in the photos was completely occupied by blue chairs/tents that were set up specifically for the guests of the LARGE hotel/condo complex just down the street (can be very easily seen off to the right from the property balconies). They took up about 3/4 of the jetty beach area and made sure to run you off if you were not a guest of their hotel, even with the 5 Star Properties chairs/umbrellas provided. So the houses/rentals in the area had about 1/4 of beach line. But let’s not forget the MASSIVE THREE dolphin sightseeing boats that anchored there and took up that space!! This needs to be disclosed and known by other renters as you’ll have to travel if you want to enjoy the beach! (No public beach access anywhere b/c everything else around is gated.) The property management co was responsive to issues we found and fixed what they could while we occupied it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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