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A coastal residential area with multi-story houses, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.
A living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A coastal residential area with beachfront properties, a clear blue ocean, and a distant city skyline.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a covered area, and a view of a residential street.
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • James Lee Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Emerald Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬5 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.

4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed

***Newly Renovated 2026***

****Highlights****
- A step away from the community pool and private beach access
- A flat-screen TV in each bedroom
- Large capacity washer/dryer
- Modern appliances
- Exclusive gated community
- Sleeps 12 people

This luxurious home decor exudes a minimalist coastal chic vibe. Life's A Beach is spacious with 3-bedrooms, a large bunk room, and open living spaces to provide ample room for your family gatherings. Best of all, it's PET FRIENDLY!!

The first floor features the bunk room and a queen bedroom with a shared Jack n Jill bathroom. The second floor has a king bedroom with a private bath. It also features a large entertainment area with a 50-inch TV and the grand kitchen with granite counters and plenty of storage. And the third floor has an oversized master suite with private bath and minibar w/ fridge

Home has an Xbox 360 and a Football table for your family's entertainment. Lots of outdoor space, including covered porches and massive balconies perfect for spending the afternoon breeze blow. Ultra-luxurious additions include stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, comfortable seating areas, and a well-thought-out interior design.

The Neighborhood:
Destiny by the Sea is a unique, luxury community that boasts some of the Gulf Coast's most iconic vacation homes. Community amenities include immaculately landscaped ground, the clubhouse, community pool and hot tub, two private beach access points, and beach service rentals available in season. Favorite local restaurants such as The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe's are within walking distance.

Nearby Attractions:
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. A nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground features a 1,750-square-foot soft play area with various sea creatures, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids and features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

For the Active Vacationer:
Nearby are 6 miles of paved trails - perfect for walking or biking. Gorgeous and seemingly untouched, Henderson Beach State Park is not your average State Park. You can find something for everyone, from beach walks and bike trails to wooded hikes that highlight Florida's unique natural landscape.

Destin Information:
Known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village," Destin is home to the largest fishing charter fleet in all of Florida. These fishermen have to be on their game year-round, with Destin's seasonal fishing ranging from Red Snapper all Summer to shorter seasons for Cobia and Tarpon during their annual migrations. Fishing is not the only reason people come to Destin. This small fishing community is home to the Gulf Coast's highest-end luxury real estate and vacation rental markets and continues to grow alongside nearby 30A and Fort Walton Beach.

Construction Advisory: Some nearby construction activity in the area. Possible noise during specific hours. Despite this, we are confident that your experience at Life's a Beach - DBTS will be nothing short of exceptional.

Important Things To Know:

Parking: Up to 4 vehicles
Distance to the Beach: 1.5 minutes walk to the beach
Beach Chairs/Accessories: Not Included. Rentals are available on-site through Sun, Sand, and Sea
WiFi: Yes
Pool: Yes - Complimentary Community Pool Access. Seasonally Heated (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Weeks only)
Golf Carts: Not Allowed
Electric Scooters and Electric Bikes: Not Allowed
Bikes: 4 complimentary bikes are included
Washer & Dryer: Yes - In the unit
Coffee Maker: Yes - Regular
Grill: Yes
Baby Gear (High Chair & Pack n' Play): None - Please contact Live The Gulf Coast for other Baby Gear Rentals
Pets: Allowed - $150 per pet, non-refundable. Maximum 2 pets allowed. Must be under 60 lbs. Breed restrictions apply. No cats.
RESTRICTED BREEDS: Akita, Australian Blue Heeler, Boxer, Bull Mastiffs, Chow, Dalmatian, Doberman, English Bulldog, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Husky (any type), Malamute, Mastiff (any variation), Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Wolf-dog Hybrid
NOTE: Per County Ordinance, Dogs (or any pets) are not allowed on the beach. A $100 fine will be issued if violated. Please contact us for dog-friendly activities suggestions in Destin to help you plan your trip with Fido!

Events: No events unless approved prior to booking your reservation.
Check-in Time: 4:00 PM
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM
Age Restrictions: At least 25 years old to book AND stay in the property for non-family groups.
Cancellation Policy: No Refund
Mid-stay Clean Fee: Applies to 21+ day reservations.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,700 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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 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
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

369525

Frequently asked questions

How close is 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 12-minute walk from James Lee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 3.6 mi away from Destin.

4BR in Exclusive Destin Community | Easy Pool & Beach Access | Pets Allowed Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amie B.

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

Great stay

Great family vacation over Spring Break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay and loved the place. It was a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

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

Great location and house

We were very pleased with our stay. The house is as advertised and within a short walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the neighborhood - was perfect for a family getaway with grandparents and 3 teenagers! Easy walk to the beach! The only areas for improvement I would note is the house could use a refresh on the paint and the kitchen could use some additional silverware to better be able to accomodate the number of people the house fits. Construction noise from new roof being put on across the street was disruptive but didn't ruin the trip - it just made sure we are all up early to enjoy the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue E.

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

Great location neighborhood

Management responded quickly if we had an issue and kept us informed on any updates.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach was a very short walk from house. Communication from night before, was to text them if we were arriving early, & they would accomodate for us. (Knowing we were driving 16 hrs w/2 small children) so i text them to let them.know we would b arriving 3 hours early. Immediately text back and said they would.make it priority. Waited all the way till 4:10 pm (10.min after checkin time) go to the gate. The guy had NO clue we were arriving, had to give him printed out paper w/res. #,etc) let us in, and found a maint. Van in driveway, & still in the house (supposedly changing light bulbs-what we were told) (also note- there were batteries and lightbulbs in drawer) walk in bottom floor, & the dog smell was over whelming. We discovered pool wasn't heated, so we thought we would put kids in jet tub, only to find out jets did not work. (Text them, & somehow they had already known that) it also rained over night thurs/fri, the tile on outside steps, & patio r extremely slippery. (Should of used outdoor tile for them. Please be careful. over all the house was perfect.soo, beautiful, & close to soo much stuff to do. Destin is my new favorite beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Super locaton

Very good property management
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

George T.

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

Great in Destiny by the Sea

I would recommend this house for a couple of families as it is spacious, well located and good value. Only negative is the lower staircase leading to basement needs rug cleaning as it seems to have some dog smells. Great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Family Vacation

We Had a wonderful vacation with our mother and siblings. Loved the location, Beautiful Neighborhood, Easy beach access: The house was fantastic! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We enjoyed a visit from Ron as well! Fabulous Time Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Excellent

Very clean and exceptional. Property manager was very helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Summer G.

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

Lovely week

The house was in a wonderful location. The layout was great for two families. The furniture is worn down and it could use come basic updates. The lower level has a mildew smell. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would come back to this neighborhood again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kris H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
I am going to be as fair and honest with PROS & CONS in our review of this "Life's A Beach," Destin FL property - and I hope future guests are made aware of things so they don't have to suffer the same experience we had to from February 12 - 28, 2026. Cons: this was an ACTIVE construction site approx 6' from property, our 2 weeks vacation started every day at 8:00 am with construction workers/noise, have many pictures and video of what we endured for two weeks, lots of broken things within the property, safety concerns (just a few things for starters: #1 front door automatic lock did not work, #2 window(s) not shutting/locking properly (letting critters in or potential thief/harm), #3 shower in main floor bedroom did not have privacy film on window so new owners of house can easily look down in shower, and, on one day I took pic of construction worker right outside the shower window before I was going to use the shower (did not feel safe using shower obviously) and #4 the front door was out of alignment causing noticeable gaps around the door casing on top and bottom of door. And to reiterate, the construction noise was CONSTANT. There was no relaxation physically, mentally or emotionally within the property, nor sitting outside on the two balconies. Live the Gulf Coast was notified and sent pics/videos of everything we noticed within the property during our stay.Contract stated "....Live the Gulf Coast cannot predict construction plans with
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonard S.

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

Fall Break Destin

Great property with plenty of room for our 8 guests. Home was clean and check-in was very easy. Great location for the Destin area. We loved the private beach access and enjoyed the great sunsets there. Only complaint was the community pool was not heated. It was clearly stated that was the case, but given that many homes in the community participate in vacation rentals, consideration should be made so you can enjoy all areas of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

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

4.5 Stars

Check in process was seamless and communication through out our stay was top notch. Kitchen was stocked with everything you could possibly need and refrigerator water and ice dispenser we’re in good working condition (at the beach this is very important). Furniture in this unit is high quality. Cleanliness was than ideal and the lower level was musty. that is the only reason I didn’t give 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laleska C.

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

love this place!

we went to Destin for a family reunion. We were 11 adults and one dog. We had so much fun! The house was more than we expect! The location of it was 3 min walking to the beach. It also had bikes that we used them to go around the neighborhood. The communication with property manager was excellent! My cousin left her wallet at the house the day of the check out and they helped her to find it and also to send it to Dallas, Tx where she lives. Thank you! We highly recommended it
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristan B.

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

Fantastic Location

The location of the property was fantastic! There is private beach access just a block away. Secure and gated community with one heated pool and Jacuzzi tub. The only negative comment is the check out time, which was nine and the check-in time wasn’t until six, though I understand there are more thorough cleaning procedures going on because of Covid. Fortunately we were able to get in prior to 6 PM but that is a very early check out and late check-in time. In addition the “guest preparation fee“ which is the basically the cleaning fee, was almost $700. That is extremely high compared to other properties in the area I inquired, but I would still definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brad B.

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

Good location, needs some better cleaning

We loved the location and house and Ron was very nice who greeted us upon arrival. It was stocked well with plenty of towels and kitchen utensils. Just a couple of suggestions for the cleaning crew... it would be great if they steam mopped the floors as they were really dirty as seen on everyone’s socks. Under the master bedroom bed/ nightstands was really dirty and dusty. The mold in the vents (stairwell) and mold in the shower floor corners could be easily steamed and bleached away and possibly re-caulked.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicole B.

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

Great location - Private beach access was amazing!

The location of this property really can't be beat. With private beach access, it really made the trip incredibly enjoyable. Especially after we saw how crowded the public beaches were. The facility itself could use some TLC, thoughtful items for visitors and an extremely well done deep clean. We had an infant with us that could not walk and the floors in the home were caked with grime and leftover furballs from previous tenants and the upstairs bathroom smelled like no one had found the actual toilet for use. These are only a couple of many items we were taken back by in regards to cleanliness. We addressed the cleanliness with the management post-stay and hope they follow through with a thorough inspection of future cleans. The property was "ready" on time, checking in and out was incredibly easy, and we thoroughly enjoyed the beach being so close.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

monica r.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Nice house but needs updating

We had issues with check in time which was late (6pm), however the property was not ready until 7.30pm because an issue withe cleaners. We found the house quite dirty. Dirty floors, carpet, room furniture, sheets, kitchen utensils etc. Very disappointing having to clean ourselves after a long car trip but contacted the property manager and they responded right away. House needs to be thoroughly clean and needs updates. Furniture is very worn out and dirty
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nara M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Not great but okay. Not the value for the money

Property needs upgrades. Floors and furnishings were not clean. I am not sure if cleaners did not show up or what. Kitchen utensils, pans and pots are in poor condition, need replacement. Too many broken handles, malfunctioning appliances etc to even report. Most of them worked but barely. Overall it is an okay property not worth the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Excellent gated community. Miss information per phone call. Get your questions answered in writing.

Great neighborhood. Very well kept gated community. Living area and dinning area very small. Make sure all of your questions prior to paying are answered in writing. Things that were wrong with the property were not addressed during the stay. Excuse was hard to get things scheduled during peak season. No one on site to talk with personally except security at gate and not always friendly. I could list a lot of negative things however my family and I (11) total did make the house work and enjoyed the time together. Neighborhood was very well maintained just lots of miscommunication on phone call prior to booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Wonderful property and customer service

My wife and I stayed at Life's a Beach for twelve nights with our two dogs, plus a couple of friends joined us for a few days. We love Destiny-by-the-Sea and have rented homes there on several occasions. We really enjoyed this particular property, and hope to stay here again in the future. The top floor master bedroom was spacious and luxurious, with a quiet balcony and elegant desk that came in handy for some unavoidable telework commitments. The bottom floor includes a 2-car garage, queen bedroom, and kids' bunk room with gaming chairs, and a Jack & Jill bathroom. The middle floor has a queen bedroom, full bathroom, powder room, large living area, dining area, kitchen with counter and stools, and a very large balcony with a gas grill. Tons of space that our small party hardly took advantage of! The house was very clean and well-stocked with towels and other items, and all of the appliances and thermostats worked great. We enjoyed the short stroll back and forth to the beach several times a day. We had some special requests that were accommodated by the owner and management company, and we received excellent customer service. I honestly can't think of anything that would have made our stay more enjoyable, it was really a perfect twelve days at Life's a Beach!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Shane C.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

I wouldn’t recommend this property.

I was very disappointed in this property. We knew we had a late check in (6pm) but what I didn’t know was you can’t even get in the neighborhood to use the pool or go to the beach before your check in. Check in at 6 pm and check out is 9 am so you are losing a full day. The condition of the house once we checked in was terrible. Three beds had dirty sheets (body hair and clearly not laundered), sand was throughout the house and in all showers. Hair in bathroom drawers and dresser drawers. Dishes were dirty and so were the pots and pans. The grill was dirty and rusty, recycling had not been emptied in the kitchen. Fire detectors started chirping also during our stay and the alarm panel chirped our whole stay. Ice maker on the refrigerator worked about every other day or so. The property manager will get back to you in a timely manner. They offered to send the cleaners back but we had already cleaned everything ourselves. After calling them with issues for the first 2 days we just decided to deal with everything else. We had friends staying in other houses in the neighborhood and they had zero issues. You can definitely find a nicer house for the same price in the same neighborhood. I would recommend getting a different house in this neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlene H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly property - short walk to private beach that could use a deep clean & some updates

What we loved about this property: that is was dog friendly, in a gated community, close walk to the beach, top floor suite couldn’t hear activity on 1st & 2nd floors. There were 5 bikes, scooter, some beach chairs and wagons in the garage. What we thought could use improvement: The property could benefit from a deep cleaning, communication-too many different people, Property Management to manage the property better - inspecting property after cleaning to make sure property is ready for next guest - are pool wrist bands, garage remote there? Are dishes clean and enough per occupancy? Do sinks drain, do light bulbs need to be replaced. We checked in on Sat and didn’t get pool wristbands until Monday afternoon - apparently previous guest took. The 1st floor side entrance light wasn’t working - the entrance has no railing and it is a hazard in the dark - someone could fall. We were unable to change the bulb ourselves as we needed a tool to remove the globe over the bulb - no tools at the home - repeatedly asked for it to be fixed while there but wasn’t. Will email more details of things we noticed or experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristan L.

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

Long but worth the read

Overall we enjoyed our stay at Life’s a Beach. The beach is only about a couple minute walk, the neighborhood felt safe, and the staff at the gate were very kind. The pool is very nice and clean. Don’t forget your bracelets, some people did and it’s really an inconvenience for the staff to have to be rude because you didn’t follow the rules. Now, for the negative and hopefully constructive feedback. When we arrived: the house was not clean. It was certainly not clean enough to justify a huge cleaning charge like we had. There is dust under and behind all the furniture. There was a load of clothes in the dryer that we had to take care of. The floors had not been swept and mopped. The microwave doesn’t work. The refrigerator and stove didn’t work. The grill was gross and there were dirty tools left. There are no cleaning supplies. I reached out to the management company. They informed me it would be within 48 hours and I told them that wasn’t acceptable due to us having 9 of us and we have to be able to cook. They sent their maintenance team and brought a new grill. They were able to get the stove to work. The microwave is now on order. The ice machine has to be started when you get there by clicking the arm down. The carpets are in a desperate need of someone to take the time to clean them. Furniture is worn but that’s to be expected in a rental These things were inconvenient but we made the best of it. Not worth the amount of money we spent on the cleaning for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023