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Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!

Vacation home near Miramar Beach in Destin

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 22426 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
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, James Lee Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Destin

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from James Lee Park and a 5-minute walk from Miramar Beach. Also, James Lee Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Shore at Crystal Beach Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kenny D's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sandos Beachside - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Captain Dave's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!

Unobstructed, permanent gulf views don`t get any better than this... 180 degrees of snow white beaches and emerald green waters from every vantage point. Custom Coastal inspired retreat with a private, heated pool in exclusive gated Destiny West subdivision with community center, tennis, picket ball, basketball and pool. Walk less than 50 steps just across the street to one of our coast`s widest stretch of public beaches.


Beach house has private pool, 8 bedrooms & 6.5 bathrooms. Sleeps 22!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!!!

LESS THAN 50 STEPS TO THE SAND
PRIVATE POOL & HOT TUB
NEW 2021 OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH GAS GRILL, ICE MAKER, REFRIGERATOR
UNOBSTRUCTED GULF VIEW FROM ALL 3 LEVELS
COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST
NEWLY RENOVATED JANUARY 2021 PAINTED INTERIOR & EXTERIOR, NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR FURNITURE

WATCH THE DOLPHINS SWIM BY
UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE GULF AND BEACH
NEW COASTAL DECOR AND FURNITURE
AUDIO SOUND SYSTEM ON EACH LEVEL
HIGH SPEED WIFI ON EACH LEVEL
ELEVATOR, HEATED POOL, HOT TUB AND BEACH CHAIRS (AMENITY FEE)
VIEW SERENE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS FROM PRIVATE DECKS

Private Gated subdivision with access code given at checkin
Front door has access code to be used by all guests
Back gate behind house gives full access to the beach!

Private gated subdivision with area community pool, tennis, pickle ball and basketball. Fitness center access with key given to our guests with no extra charge!

Check in is 4:00 PM... Early check in when available for $295 fee! Head to the beach or pool!

Checkout is 9:00 AM...Late checkout to 11:00 AM when available $295 fee!

Pool and hot tub heat is $150/day or $895/wk
Pool is heated to 85 degrees & Hot tub to 100 degrees*
*The valves turn from the pool and heat the hot tub 4 PM to 10 PM

Elevator usage fee of $395/stay! Highly recommended for senior guests, quickly get groceries and drinks to kitchen on level 2, or to transport luggage to the third level!

Beach chair Rentals....$10/day/chair or $50/week/chair. Tommy Bahama light weight chairs with drink holders and small lined cooling area for ice! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR YOUR STAY. NO NEED TO BRING BEACH CHAIRS FROM HOME OR PURCHASE!

Pet friendly $500/pet... house trained small dogs
All guests must sign our Rental Agreement prior to arrival. Access to the home will not be granted until the Rental Agreement is executed. Must be a minimum age of 25 years old to rent property. Occupancy is limited to the number of guests confirmed in the reservation. The presence of any additional guests without prior authorization will result in an additional fee of $250 per guest, which will be charged to the booking party. No person under the age of 21 is permitted to consume alcohol or use illegal drugs anywhere on the property.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 4,585 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 9:00 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

All guests must sign our Rental Agreement prior to arrival. Access to the home will not be granted until the Rental Agreement is executed.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

287685
20% OFF Luxury Beach Home<50 Steps TO THE Sand! 8 Beds 7 Baths

Frequently asked questions

How close is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 26.7 mi (37-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Miramar Beach and 5-minute walk from James Lee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! to downtown Destin?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Destin.

Watch Dolphins Swim By! <50 Steps to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay! Very comfortable bedsClean Great Host
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely incredible stay at this spacious beachfront VRBO! From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The check-in and check-out process was seamless and stress-free, which made our trip even more enjoyable.The property itself is beautiful, well-maintained, and truly feels like a home away from home. We especially loved all the thoughtful amenities provided—they made our stay so comfortable and convenient. Whether you’re relaxing inside or enjoying the beachfront views, every detail has been carefully considered.Customer service was top-notch as well. The hosts were responsive, helpful, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience.We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing, easy, and memorable beach getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was very informative and the house was great with a wonderful location steps from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a perfect location for our family! We could walk to the beach and enjoy the sunrise and sunset right on the beach or the balcony of the house! Plenty of cookware and dishes! The kids really enjoyed the pool and the hot tub!
2 min walk
The pool and hot tub can be heated for an extra fee
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location to walk to the beach was convenient and super easy. The bedrooms with their own bathrooms worked out perfect for our couples trip. David was quick to respond to any needs we had!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Owner met us upon arrival. Very nice accommodations, clean and most beautiful view ever. Great restaurants all around. We enjoyed our time in Destin.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at this beautiful home for an extended family vacation. The location and amenities were perfect for our group. We had a member with mobility challenges, so the elevator and paved access to the ramp to the beach ensured everyone could participate in beach time. The kitchen is well appointed with complete cooking and baking sets, toaster, blender, and more making meal prep easy. The bed linens and towels are high quality, with ceiling fans in all bedrooms (wall mounted fan in the bunk room). Everyone's favorite aspect are the amazing ocean views from the balconies and windows on every floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a relaxing week in a beautiful home. The owner/property manager was very responsive and extremely helpful. David and his family made everything from booking, check in and check out simple and pain free. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Destin family vacation

Very nice. Perfect size for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Family Vacation

We had a wonderful time at Fleur-de-lis!! It’s well appointed and the view is gorgeous! Highly recommend this spot! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house in a great location!

David was easy to work with. This was our second time staying at one of his properties and we’ve been very happy with both of them. We’ll do business with him again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adventures

Absolutely our best stay yet! The home is spectacular the beach was breathtaking. Our family goes to Destin every summer we enjoy it so much. Thank you David for making sure our stay was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

Great location! Can’t beat it. House has everything you would need to cook with. Super comfy beds. We had a great trip. Can’t wait to visit again. Thanks David!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in awe of the breath taking views of the gulf all 3 floors of the house had to offer. The house was beautiful, well taken care of, cleaned & stocked with all your beach necessities! David was a great host & communicator. Just do yourself a favor & book now! You won’t regret it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing view!

Very clean and spacious house. David was a great host and help accommodate all our needs. We'll definitely come back to this luxurious property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful home, perfect location, plenty of rooms for everyone. Owner is super nice. In all the homes I have stayed, I have never had the owner, visit with us like David did. Just made us even feel more comfortable staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we had hoped!

David and his wife were great hosts. Their home was all we had hoped. Plenty of space, clean and comfortable. The location was perfect and the views amazing. Can’t wait to get back one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mrs Michelle

This was an amazing house near the beach. Clean and amazing floor plan with lots of rooms. David and his wife are amazing hosts. Hot tub and pool are great as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week at this beautiful property! You will have a fantastic view and lots of space to relax. The owner goes above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and understand how to operate the many extra features of this house. We had 7 adults, 1 teenager, and 6 children ages four and under. In our opinion, everything was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Home

The home was absolutely beautiful! We had 14 total adults staying the week and we were all perfectly accommodated. The home is well stocked with cooking utensils if you decide to cook in. The location is perfect, just a short walk across the street to the beach. The owner, David, was very responsive to any of our questions or needs. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had the most amazing stay!

The host was responsive and very friendly. When we arrived, he gave us a tour and the ins and out of the property. The location could not have been any better right in front of the beach and walking distance to a cool lunch place w an outdoor bar! The house was gorgeous w ample space for all 20 of us. The pool was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

Me and my family stayed 6 nights at the fleur-de-lis and it was everything described and so much more! Its an awesome place from location to the pool and all the amenities. David the owner is very responsive to any and all questions. He went above and beyond! If you are on the fence about booking this property don’t hesitate, book it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fabulous vacation! This home is nothing short of perfect for your family vacation. David was the best host. He met us at the house right at check in and gave us a detailed tour-showing us how to use the sound system, the lighting and answered any questions we had. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Plenty of space for our large group. Comfortable beds, nice linens, very clean, easy walk to the beach and local restaurants. David was always quick to respond to any questions I had leading up to our stay and while we were there. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation in perfect home

The Fleur de lis house was amazing! We had 5 families & the split floor plans on multiple levels gave everyone privacy with the main living area being spacious enough for all of us! Everyone wants to return next year. Thank you for the tour, David! We appreciate you going above and beyond to make us comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

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