In the heart of Destiny West, Blessed by the Sea offers a tranquil retreat with high-end finishes and sweeping Gulf of Mexico views. Unwind in your private pool area, take a 30-second walk to the beach, or enjoy easy access to Destin's best attractions.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 255327 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool
Welcome to Blessed by the Sea!
Step inside this newly remodeled 7-bedroom luxury home and experience a vacation like no other. With high-end finishes and sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico, you will create unforgettable memories and want to return time and again. Located in the private, prestigious gated community of Destiny West, you’ll enjoy security and peace of mind while being easily accessible to the beach and all the fun Destin has to offer. Just a 30-second walk to the beach from your private exit gate in the backyard and a minute's walk to the Crab Trap beachfront restaurant!
**Important Information - Please Read**
- Minimum Age to Book: 25 years old (No exceptions). - Max Occupancy: 20 guests. - Parking: 4 standard size vehicles (No overflow parking available). - Mail & Package Delivery: Mail forwarding is in place. Do not ship packages to the home. We cannot guarantee delivery. - Incidentals Hold: $2,000. The hold is released on the day of checkout. - No Events, Weddings or Large Gatherings Permitted. - Close to the Beach: Only 50 feet to the public beach access. - Private Pool: Heated seasonally Oct-April. Note: The pool and combined spa area can only be heated to a maximum of 90 degrees for a period of 8 hours each day. They cannot be heated individually. - Starter Pack: Includes hotel style soaps, 2 rolls of paper towels, 8 rolls of toilet paper, 8 trash bags, dawn dish soap, 2 packs of single use laundry detergent and dishwashing detergent, etc. This is designed to get you through your first night or two only. Guests are responsible for purchasing additional supplies. - Kitchen: Equipped with standard appliances, Keurig + traditional drip coffee maker. - Grill: Natural gas grill. - Golf Carts: Not provided, but rentals are available from a third party vendor at an additional cost.
Layout of the Home
First Floor: - Guest Suite 1: King bed, sleeper sofa (full-size mattress), en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower - Guest Suite 2: King bed, Jack and Jill bathroom with walk-in shower (accessible from living/dining area, can be locked for private use). - Living Area: Spacious with access to the patio and pool. - Dining Area: Large enough to accommodate large families - Kitchen: Galley style with modern appliances, two fridges, and an ice maker. - Laundry Room: Equipped with 2 washers and 2 dryers. - Patio Access: Leads to the pool area.
Second Floor: - Master Bedroom: King bed, sleeper sofa (full-size mattress), balcony access, en-suite bathroom with steam shower, rain shower, body sprayers, and soaking tub. - Guest Suite 3: King bed, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and dual vanity. - Bunk Room: Four full-size bunk beds, access to hallway bathroom with tub/shower combo. - Guest Suite 4: King bed, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
Third Floor: - Game Room: Arcade games, pool table, foosball table, small kitchenette, large covered balcony with Gulf views. - Bunk Room: Four full-size bunk beds, sharing a full bathroom with walk-in shower (adjacent to kitchenette).
Pool Area/Outdoor Space: - Pool: Resort-style, expansive outdoor area with natural gas grill under a covered awning. - Beach Access: 50 steps to the local beach access point (public beach).
About the Area
Destiny West offers incredible amenities including a 30' x 75' community pool with a dramatic cascading waterfall, hot tub, fitness center, tennis courts, and a clubhouse with meeting areas and a kitchen. Spend an afternoon fishing in the 22-acre Lake Destiny, or enjoy the convenience of being close to great restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and premium golf courses. Destin Commons, Whole Foods, and other retailers are nearby.
Restrictions
- Parking: Limited to 4 vehicles; no RVs, boats, watercraft, motorcycles, ATVs, party buses, trailers, or large utility vans. Parking is designed for standard size vehicles. Space may vary depending on make/model/size of vehicle. - Pets: No pets or animals of any kind allowed. - No Monthly Rental Discounts. - Minimum Renter Age: 25 years old - No exceptions. - No Smoking: In the home, on balconies, around the pool area, in walkways, or in common areas. - No Food or Drinks in Bedrooms. - Rental Agreement: Must be signed prior to arrival. - Beach Rules: No tents or canopies allowed per the City of Destin.
Good Neighbor Policy
This is a family-oriented neighborhood, not a party home. Any vulgar language, excessively loud music, large parties, and unauthorized events are strictly prohibited. Complaints of excessive noise, disturbances, parties, violations of HOA rules, or law enforcement involvement will result in eviction and forfeiture of all deposits.
Disclaimer
All reservations submitted online are requests until you receive email confirmation from SoWal Luxury Properties. Availability of parking and rental items such as golf carts, bicycles, and beach chairs is not guaranteed. While every effort is made to ensure the listing's accuracy, some items or features may be subject to change without compensation or reimbursement.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Pool toys
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
7.5 private bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor entertainment area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Gym
Heated pool
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Must sign renter agreement sent from Sowal Luxury Properties and adhere to all the guidelines and rules in the agreement.
Guests must agree to an hold for incidentals to finalize the reservation. The hold is 100% refundable as long as there is no damage
You must be at least 25 years old to book this property. And the Primary Renter must be on site for the duration of the stay.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets or animals allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Fat Daddy's Arcade and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby. Visit our Destin travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
31 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K
3 min drive
El Jalisco Destin
4 min drive
Crab Trap Destin
6 min walk
Kenny D's
18 min walk
Cracker Barrel
3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at 7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is 7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool located?
This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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7 Br - 7.5 Ba Home | Gulf Views | 50 Steps To Beach | Private Resort Pool Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This house is truly a home away from home. You have everything you need. My family enjoyed the in and outside of the home. The kitchen is chefs kiss!!!! You have all the things you need from fridge, icemaker, space, sitting. The beds were comfortable. Ohhhh and the pool. The pool was so warm it made it so enjoyable for the night time swim.
This home was everything we expected and more! We had 10 adults and 6 kids and it still felt spacious! We had an easy walk to the beach and the property actually accommodated all 5 of our vehicles. The memories will last a lifetime!!
This was a beautiful property with easy access to the beach. There were a few minor inconveniences that my group encountered (outdoor shower didn’t work, hot tub didn’t work, and unable to set thermostat as it had a passcode on it) but overall it was an enjoyable experience and a great house for a large group!
I can't say enough great things about our experience. The home has everything you could think of and things you didn't think about like a commercial icemaker! The views and access to the beach can't be beat. We loved the added security of the gated access. Anyone thinking about Destin could not pick a better place or a better host. Joey was great and immediately responsive.
Fantastic property just steps from the beach. Great outdoor entertaining area with private pool was perfect for hanging out after a long day at the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Jason Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rhonda L.
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Great location and view. No working coffee maker and the house needs maintenance. Pictures online do not accurately represent how dated the home is
We booked this property for a girls weekend and it was PERFECT! Gorgeous inside and out, the management is so kind and get backs to you so quickly, and it was the most stocked/supplied home I've ever rented. Truly the best property I've ever stayed out. Location is prime as well! Can't wait to come back.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blessed to the Sea! Lovely home finished nicely with a very well equipped kitchen. Management company was very responsive to any questions we had. Location was great with very quick access to the white sand beach. Would love to return!
We enjoyed our time at the home very much. The kitchen was amazing! The bedrooms were so large and spacious. We felt safe at all times in the neighborhood. The location was close to everything that the teenagers wanted to venture out and do. Thank you for a memorable trip!
Rachel L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
Great week!
What an impressive place! The space was perfect our big crew, 18 of us and beds and bathrooms for each individual family. Beach access was 3-4 minutes away. Massive kitchen with more than enough space and we never felt cramped or crowded. The pool deck was also spacious, clean and chairs for everyone. We found our beach spot…would be tough to beat!
Marilyn C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
The best family vacation ever!
Our large party of 20 fell in LOVE with Blessed by the Sea! Truly the most perfect vacation home for our family with lots of kids of all ages! The short walk to the beach, the kitchen, separate rooms/baths, and the backyard was all simply a dream! The house was so well maintained, updated and clean. We will never forget the memories made here with our extended family. Cannot recommend this house enough! We’ll be back!
This place was great. Very clean. Plenty of room for all of us. Kitchen was very well stocked ( we cooked in a lot to avoid the long waits). The outdoor space is one of the best we’ve had in the Destin Area. Lots of lounge chairs around the pool. The double washers and dryers were awesome to have. The property managers were great.
Brenda D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
You Have To Stay Here!
I had an idea of what the place looked like from the pictures but it’s truly even better in person. Every room has a good amount of space and the open dining, kitchen, and living setup makes for the place feel bigger than it already is. The back of the house faces the beach and it’s so nice to enjoy the pool and see the beach. The location is great if you enjoy walking or running. You are still so close to great restaurants. I can’t recommend this house enough!
My large family (my children, my siblings & their children, our parents) stayed here and loved it! It was the perfect size for us, with plenty of space and seating. The location and pool size were a huge plus. We are already making plans to stay here for the next all-family vacation in a couple of years. The only downside, I would say, was that the second-floor bunk room had no window covering, and the two fold-out sofa beds didn't have any sheets or pillows. We made it work-luckily the families staying in those rooms had sheets and pillows with them. Overall, a wonderful home!
Beautiful, well-maintained home! Perfect for our party of 11 adults and 7 kids (ages 6 and under), especially the private pool with splash pad and proximity to the beach. Loved having two dishwashers and full-size refrigerator/freezers, as well as an ice maker and beverage cooler, for a group of our size. We didn't know how to find the community amenities but honestly didn't miss them. We had a few questions that were very promptly answered, property manager was very available and responsive. We all agreed we would love to stay at Blessed by the Sea again in the future!
Carole B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
Our favorite beach house yet!
My family (+ extended family) totaled to 18 people when we stayed here, and it was PERFECT! Plenty of space for everyone. The 5 king size beds ensured every couple got an amazing room. The bunk rooms were great for the kids and we love that there’s still room for our family to continue to grow! The arcade games were a hit, and the kitchen was fully stocked with more space than we would’ve ever needed! As much as we loved the inside of the home, the pool area, beach views, and 45 second walk to the beach were the best part. We are officially spoiled by this beach house and are hoping to make Blessed by the Sea a tradition for our family for vacations to come!
Marilyn C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
Wonderful family vacation!!
We had the wonderful opportunity of staying in this gorgeous beach house in mid-September. Our family is quite large (18 total) and each couple had their own bedroom and bathroom to themselves! The third floor has a separate living/sleeping space where our kids (big and small) slept and hung out together. As a mom who cooks a lot for her family, the kitchen has AMAZING…had everything we needed and more….two dishwashers and two refrigerators made cooking for a large group so much easier!! As beautiful as the house is inside the outdoor living space is what we loved the most! The views and pool area can’t be beat! We have found our new family vacation spot!!
We loved our stay and Blessed By The Sea. Joey made all the communication before and during our trip easy and seamless. The house was perfect. Plenty of room to accommodate our 14 guests. We enjoyed the 3rd floor outdoor space in the evenings … and loved the convenience of the pool and the walk across the street to the beach, which made it really easy for People to go back-and-forth when they needed to. We love the pickleball and tennis courts and the privacy of the community. Great to have the big kitchen on the first floor for gathering and fun. If there’s anything I would say for awareness of renters … the tub next to the pool is not a hot tub but is just an extension of the pool so heads up if you’re looking for a property with a hot tub. Otherwise completely amazing trip, weather, house, etc. Would do it again in a minute.
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn C.
9 Oct 2023
What an awesome vacation home!!!!
This house is truly remarkable! From the big stuff all the way to the smallest of details we LOVED this house for all 18 of us! We had beds to spare, so lots of space to spread out. The beds were all comfortable. Each bedroom had a laundry basket which was such a nice unexpected touch which helped us to go home with NO dirty laundry! The backyard was spectacular with a perfect sized pool and tons of seating. Seriously we have never stayed in a house where EVERYBODY could sit in a lounge chair and relax together. The little splash area of the pool was perfect for our babies who couldn’t independently swim and the hot tub was a nice touch. The kids loved spending time on the third floor playing the arcade games and pool. The kitchen was amazing and had all the necessary supplies for cooking/baking and even some Tupperware for leftovers which was a nice touch. Loved having plenty of seating for meals as well. The garage came stocked with a few chairs and lots of beach toys/floats. There were even a few bikes. You can leave your beach towels at home, this house had plenty to choose from. The location of this house was perfect. It was nice having a huge backyard outdoor space while still being steps away from the beach. Seriously cannot recommend this house enough. The only problem with this house is that we couldn’t stay longer! You will love staying at Blessed by the Sea!
We had an amazing stay! Fourteen of our closest friends and family from the Midwest enjoyed every minute of this beautiful home. The pool, beach, and ocean views were perfect, and the hoe had everything we needed-we hardly left! The owner was friendly and quick to respond to any questions, including local recommendations for a bite to eat. Highly recommend and would absolutely come back next year! This could be our annual trip together.
Great home. Some of the rooms run hot and the internet is spotty, but I never contacted the host about these issues, so not holding it against them. The location is great to get to the beach and the house was so spacious and beautiful. Definitely a great place to stay.
Wonderful house for a large family! Great location across from the beach. The kids loved the pool. Only issue was the ice maker didn't work. The host sent a repairman over but part needed was not available. Great place to create family memories. Perfect for our family! Thank you!