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On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine!

Beachfront vacation home near Destin Beaches

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Choctawhatchee Bay
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

On the beach.You'll find Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Choctawhatchee Bay within a 15-minute walk of this Destin vacation home. Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Choctawhatchee Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Destin Harbor - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Jolee Island Nature Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬3 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.

On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine!


This fabulous townhome is the closest to the dune walkover of any at Southbay. It is less than 50 feet to our private protected beach! Yes, we own our beach at Southbay so there are never any access issues. It is so close that we don't even take a cooler, walking back and forth between our townhome and the beach for drinks, lunch and restroom breaks only takes seconds. We Include 2 beach chairs and an umbrella March 1-October 31.

It’s Freshly remodeled with 3 bedrooms with 2.5 baths, including a brand new for 2025 master bath that is expanded for maximum space. It even comes with a private parking spot directly in front of the door. There is plenty of additional parking for additional cars, just a little further away.

All 3 bedrooms are upstairs and the living area is downstairs. The beach is right outside the back door.

The dune walkover and the beach are right off the patio and are just steps away. No streets or even parking lots to cross! It’s grass straight to the boardwalk.

South Bay by the Gulf is a gated community and our beach is privately owned by the Southbay HOA. Beach access is restricted to just owners and guests. We have 2 pools, one about 10 units away and the other is on the north side of the lake. The tennis and pickleball courts are just across the parking lot from our front door. There is no longer a grill on the back patio. We have a park style grill in the grass now.

Pancakery, Chick fil A, Que Pasa and numerous other restaurants, shops, and attractions are within walking distance. We are in the middle of all the excitement!

Well behaved dogs are allowed after approval as long as they are house trained and do not get on any furniture.

Please tell us about yourself and your group when inquiring or requesting a stay. This is our 2nd home and we like to get to know our new friends. Neighbors on either side are full time residents.

***** vrbo and Google cannot get the map right. The red dot in the photo we posted shows the exact location.******

**** We periodically make improvements and upgrades to our condo. We update the photos as we can to reflect these changes****

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Sorry but I'm highly allergic to smoke

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Gated community
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,289 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Rules

Do not book a pet before preapproval. Pet fee required . Please contact owner with dog details. Non shedding only NO CATS!
No parties allowed. The neighbors will call both us and the police and violators will be immediately evicted! MUST furnish photo id when booking.
Our cancellation policy follows standard VRBO rules. We recommend travel insurance during hurricane season. No refunds for hurricanes

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets MUST be approved before booking pet fee reqd

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Great complex for kids

Events

No events allowed
Our neighbor has my phone number and will call me

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry but I'm highly allergic to smoke

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
Note from host: Our neighbor has my phone number and will call me
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Our neighbor has my phone number and will call me For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Florida Sunshine Destin Beach View 3 br Condo @ Southbay!

Frequently asked questions

How close is On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi (29-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! to the beach?

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

Does On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Destin.

On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! Everything was perfect and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property for a family vacation. Proximity to the beach and beach chair service are super convenient. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location being right next to the beach access. The 2 beach chairs with umbrella that is included and setup for you on the beach everyday was a nice perk. Great family trip!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & property! Walk to our chairs on the beach was close enough to easily make trips to and from throughout the day with a few toddlers.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Simple easy check in/out. Thanks again to the gracious hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Clean. Next to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and just as described. Loved having a little back yard for our little yorkie and the super close walk to the beach. Could hear the waves from the back porch. Lonnie was easy to get in touch with and always responded quickly. I would definitely come back and stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach condo in Destin

Lonnie is great … excellent location steps from the beach … highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful resort, the best location for the beach. Owners were great to work with and quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great location and very close to local restaurants and attractions. The beach was only steps away and the kitchen had everything needed to cook breakfast or a full dinner if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

It was my families first trip to the area and we booked last minute. This place was clean, a good location, and very close to the beach. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Would love to return

Great location, clean and safe neighborhood and beach, clean townhouse, definite 5 out of 5
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five stars plus

Excellent location , close to beach , perfect for large family or small group . Plenty to do with minutes of the gated property !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Lover's Paradise

If you love the beach this is the place for you. The walk to the private beach literally takes seconds.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring vacation

We had a great time in Destin. Condo was right next to walkover to beach. Only a few steps from back door to beach. Great condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and experience!

Excellent location, just steps from the beach. The Condo was perfect for our family of five. It had everything thing we needed. It was close to restaurants and local attractions. Lonnie was great to work with, it made the experience even better. I would highly recommend this property if you’re looking to be close the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay.

We stayed in this condo for one month and it was wonderful. It is clean, well equipped and very close to the beach. The beach is beautiful with sparkling white sand. The owner is quick to respond to your questions or requests. You will enjoy your stay here!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Destin!

We had the best time in Destin, even with the weather and double red flags! This home was perfect for us, and was SO close to the beach. The owner, Lonnie, was very easy to reach when we had questions. The complex was so nice and quiet. We can't wait to return and stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Minutes to the Beach

We absolutely loved this beautiful home we were a 5 min walk to the white sandy beach. Home was Clean and Comfortable. We has a Wonderful Stay and would Consider Comimg Back Soon
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot

We love staying in Southbay and this unit is right at the bottom of the short boardwalk to the beach. You can sit outside and listen to the waves. Fit our family perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our first stay in Destin

Myself, my Honey, and a friend couple made our first trip to Destin! It was Amazing! The townhouse was perfect for a stay on the beach. Walk out the door and you are on the beach. We checked all of our boxes and were disappointed to have to go home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for beach access!

This property had an excellent location for beach access and parking! It was perfect to come and go to the beach and around Destin. We loved having the beach set up as well- this is a huge perk! The one con worth mentioning is that there is no hair dryer to use!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family

Had a great time but the townhouse was a little small
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was good but the accessibility was an issue !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I stayed here recently and had a good time. There were definitely pros and cons. Pros: great location! Easy beach access. Cons: the place did have several dead cockroaches, we ran out of toilet paper because there was only a roll in the bathrooms, and we also didn’t have many towels.We would definitely stay here again, just will be more prepared for what we have to supply ourselves.
View from the backyard.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025