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Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony

Beachfront condo near Destin Beaches

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A covered outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the beach, a ceiling fan, and a comfortable seating area with a coffee table.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach.
A beach with a sandy foreground and a clear blue sky.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Crystal Beach condo, you'll find Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Club LA are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • James Lee Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fudpuckers Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Camille's At Crystal Beach - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Ale House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony

Emerald Dunes 301 is Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey

** PLEASE BE ADVISED- THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION HAS NOTIFIED US THE ELEVATOR REPLACEMENT WILL BEGIN NOV 9, 26 AND TAKE ABOUT 8 WEEKS TO COMPLETE. DURING THIS TIME THERE WILL BE NO WORKING ELEVATOR SO YOU WILL NEED TO USE THE STAIRS TO GET TO/FROM THE CONDO. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE. **

As you take in the endless aqua Gulf views from the southeastern corner of Emerald Dunes 301 condominium you may find yourself counting as many blessings as there are grains of sand on the beach below. The upgrades of this Destin vacation rental which include tile floors throughout and mosaic tile backsplashes, a fully-stocked kitchen boasting a separate ice maker, large flatscreen TVs in each room and new furnishings in neutral beach tones are sure to make you feel grateful for each beautiful day spent on the Emerald Coast of Florida.

Apart from truly fantastic beach vistas, Emerald Dunes 301 has practical features to make your stay oh so comfortable- a washer/dryer, gated parking, swimming pool with deck, deeded beach access and an elevator are among the list. Plus, its location is within walking distance to award-winning restaurants, coffee shops, outdoor entertainment venues and countless beach shops.

Besides the beautiful beach with its’ expansive dunes and swaying sea oats, Emerald Dunes also has a pristine, sparkling swimming pool and a luxurious hot tub surrounded by lush palms for your enjoyment. Emerald Dunes is a private, gated condominium with amenities that include the large pool, hot tub, gas BBQ grills, boardwalk showers, and bathrooms. Along with all amenities, guests appreciate the private low density setting (only 27 units) and private dune walkover to the beach.

GREAT LOCATION! Located on the west end of Scenic Highway 98 in Crystal Beach, the property is within walking/biking distance of local shops and restaurants. When it’s time for dinner, Camille’s, a favorite local restaurant known for their fresh sushi and intimate bar, is just steps away. During the day, Camille’s sidewalk café serves a limited menu of coffee, smoothies, breakfast and lunch items and local brews. Also nearby, guests will enjoy access to Publix (grocery store) and Destin Commons, featuring a bowling alley, movie theater, restaurants and diverse mix of shopping opportunities.

Purchase your beach chair rentals for stays March-October by booking with Barefoot Beach Service online or directly at the beach during your stay.

We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students. We require 1 parent for every 2 people under 25.

Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays. In addition to our welcome kit, we also supply basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and oil.

This property comes with 2 parking spaces.

NOTE: Emerald Dunes is a 100% SMOKE FREE, TOBACCO FREE property. No trailers, jet skis, RV's or boats are permitted.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,223 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

We require 1 parent staying in the property for every 2 people under 25 in the property.
Complex is 100% SMOKE FREE

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony to the airport?

This condo is 17.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony on Aug 31, 2026 start from CA $347, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony to the beach?

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

Does Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony to downtown Destin?

This condo is 2.3 mi away from Destin.

Near Water Park, Beach Front, Balcony Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the views from balcony, living room and kitchen are awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has a panoramic view of the ocean. Access to the beach was an elevator ride down to ground level and then a short walk through secure gate to the ramp that led directly to waterfront.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Y.

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

Weekend Getaway

Weekend yearly getaway with the kids. Early morning walks, beach everyday, dinners around town, crab walks at night.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacintha H.

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

Awesome location

Absolutely loved that you could walk straight to the beach from the condo and loved the chairs on the balcony overlooking the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Great View!

Enjoyed our stay and sitting out on the balcony because the Destin beach is gorgeous!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renee H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The location of the property was good, but the price didn’t warrant the inside, very dated, needs new beds and updates. The ice machine kept us awake every night, we left a day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA L.

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

Nice Beachfront Condo

Overall, great stay! Would stay here again. Easy check in and check out process. 95% clean - the drawers in the kitchen were a bit dirty and needed to be cleaned. Bathrooms and bedrooms were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

donna c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is absolutely the most wonderful condo we have stayed in and we have been coming to Destin for over 40 years. Large rooms, beautifully furnished, extremely clean, complimentary beach chairs, washer/dryer, and 2 showers (always nice at the beach) .AMAZING VIEW- corner unit with no high rise blocking view, nice breeze for sitting on balcony. Within 5 miles of our favorite Dewey’s seafood on the bay and best shopping centers are even closer . Perfect trip! We plan to stay in this condo every trip from now on.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad D.

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

Love the place

Love the location and the room. Only if they could leave the umbrellas and chairs longer in the afternoon. Maybe 6 or 7pm
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Betsy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Fine

Clean and on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna B.

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

Donna

Very nice!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacki S.

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

There were small black bugs crawling on the counters.

Overall it was nice, place was super quiet! Felt outdated for the priced but not a bad place
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Old

Felt very old updates appear to be DIY. Furnishings were a hodgepodge of whatever was cheap. Nice washer dryer Suitable for teenagers on vacation not adults
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Excellent location

The best part about this property is that it sits right on the beach which gives you private access and reserved beach chairs. The kitchen is huge and we loved cooking our meals, then playing outside. It’s close to everything in Destin, which is was wonderful since traffic can sometimes be congested. There were sugar ants on the counters, and the property is getting a little run down, for the price we paid. It’s also probably time to replace the mattresses, since the king mattress was a little lopsided. But we had a great time being right on the beach, and loved sitting on the balcony, and seeing the ocean from every window! We have a large family and this property was completely comfortable for all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

mickeyj49

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always like to stay in the Crystal Beach area. We are very familiar with the neighborhood and there are several restaurants that we go to that are within walking distance. During our stay both, staircases were closed for several days for maintenance. We found that inconvenient since we were on the third floor and using the staircase was an option we would have used. I also wonder what would have happened had there been an emergency.We liked the idea of using a code to enter the unit, but wonder if it could be possible to have a code assigned that would be familiar to us. We were repeatedly checking our phones to read the code from the email when we returned.Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Megan M.

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

Great Location, Lacking Cleanliness and Unkind Property Management

The location of this condo is wonderful. Right on the beautiful Destin beach and close to an adorable coffee shop/restaurant. The included beach chairs were a major plus. And the pool was very clean. This condo lacked cleanliness and felt very grimy and dirty. Cabinets were falling apart. Stains all over the drawers so much I didn't want place anything inside them. Our washing machine was not working upon arrival, and the property management was very rude to dealing with this situation. We had booked with plans is utilizing the washer and dryer unit in the condo. It was replaced by the end of the stay, but we went through a major hassle in dealing with that. There were a lot of missing kitchen utensils (like a pizza cutter and bowls and containers). There were not many blankets or towels. And not was very bare bones. Which.i didn’t expect for what we paid.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great location, great vacation

Just got back from a week at Emerald Dunes and it was fantastic. Love going to Destin in the Sept/Oct. timeframe -- much less crowded and a slower pace. Also love the location of Emerald Dunes. Unit 301 is spacious and has great amenities, and is an end unit, so you have great views. In fact, it has one of the best views down the beach that I have ever had, and I have been staying directly on the beach in Destin for more than 10 years. The only reason I did not give this unit a full five stars is that it is a bit worn in places. Walls are a little dinged up, a piece of flooring trim was missing, screens were torn or missing from windows. None of this detracted from our vacation, but it is worth mentioning. Would rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Beautiful Place

This was a great trip. We enjoyed the clean, quiet, well-kept property very much. Owner was very responsive. The beach service was great: two chairs and an umbrella. The pool and hot tub were a great change of pace from the beach when our 4 children were tired from the waves. There are even hotel caddies and carts available for you to get your luggage up and down the elevator. There were plenty of sheets and pillows, as we filled up all the beds! The kitchen is well-stocked. The fridge kept our food cold. The ice maker was a nice touch, though we didn't use it much due to the cooler weather. There's nothing like opening your back patio door and hearing the waves and seeing the white sand beaches of Destin. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Family vacation

Great location on a beautiful beach. Easy access to the beach and much less crowded than the places right next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

LOVED MY STAY

Great place to take your family! It really couldn't have been better
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Family Vacation

Our immediate family take a vacation every year and Destin is one of our favorite places to visit. We enjoyed our stay msg Emerald Dune, on the beach property. We will book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

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

Great

Everything was great. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AJ W.

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

This property was phenomenal!

The Location was great to the food and beach. The view was amazing. We really enjoyed this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Beautiful View

The condo was just as described and pictured. The view is wonderful and the neighborhood is great and surrounded by anything you need — dining, grocery and beverage stores. The room was clean and it was easy to get to the beach. Check in was smooth and effortless. We loved it and will be coming back as soon as we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not impressed

We have stayed at Emerald Dunes for many years... this year was different the area to the left of the building has been opened up to the public so its no longer as private as it was and that is why we always enjoyed the area it was not near as busy! The area to the side of the building/public open area left trash daily and some even set up in front of the chairs & umbrella we had that was provided during the stay. The pictures were much nicer then the room actually is! Constantly had issues with the toilets during the stay needs some much needed upgrades... I would not book Emerald again until they clean up the area thats now a open flow! Were looking elsewhere for the next trip to Destin!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

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