Title: Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community Family-friendly holiday home with water park and sauna ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99259800/99259793/1ce4ff62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99259800/99259793/d2c3b7ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99259800/99259793/020bcf56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99259800/99259793/db751b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99260000/99259800/99259793/a788d16d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Destiny by the Sea's luxurious vacation rental offers a private pool and hot tub, perfect for lounging with family and friends. This three-story mansion is just across the street from the beach, with multiple balconies providing alfresco dining options. Enjoy outdoor grilling, four backpack beach chairs for your convenience, and plenty of seating areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 203857 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool - Hot tub - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community \* Golf Cart - 6-seater \* Private pool and hot tub with lounge chairs and accompanying umbrellas \* Across the street from the beach \* Short walk to the private community beach access \* Short walk to large community pool and hot tub \* Gated community of Destiny by the Sea \* Multiple balconies \* Fully stocked kitchen \* Outdoor grill and plenty of outdoor seating \* Large open concept living area \* Four backpack beach chairs \* Four parking spaces \* Close to dining, shopping, and entertainment Seize the day in this truly magnificent luxury vacation rental in the gated, beachside community of Destiny by the Sea. Lounge by the private pool with family and friends, relax in the hot tub, or enjoy the private outdoor shower. This three-story mansion is just across the street from the beach. The stately architecture reflects the interior’s opulence that defines its unique character and sleeps 20, with particular consideration for families with young children. There are marble walkways, floors, stairs, and tasteful stonework details throughout. Numerous balconies provide dining alfresco options, complete with a gas grill for your dining pleasure. There is also outdoor dining seating and lounge seating for a crowd around the pool and a second gas grill. The beautiful kitchen appointed with stainless steel appliances offers an open concept. From this vantage point, there’s a full view of the bar area, attractive Parson’s-style dining area, and more-than-adequate leather seating around the large mounted flat-screen TV. The beautiful indoor fireplace is meant for visual enjoyment only and is not intended for guest use. The adjoining laundry area has a handy soaking sink and a thoughtfully provided highchair. On the ground level, off the garage, is a handy storage area and an efficient kitchenette to store snacks and beverages for around the pool. Also, on the first-floor level is a king room with a large wall-mounted TV, a bunk room that provides adequate storage and sleeping for five, with a wall-mounted TV, and a full bath with shower and soaking tub. This level also has a king bed with a crib and comfortable seating area to quietly attend to a baby. This space has a beautifully tiled en suite bath. Along with the expansive living area, the second level has a half bath with gorgeous detailed fixtures that will delight the eye. There’s also a Scandinavian-style king bed with a flat-screen TV, an en suite bath complete with double sinks, and a beautifully tiled step-in shower. The third floor has another bedroom ideal for a family with a king bed and a bunk/trundle combo in an adjoining alcove. The en suite bath has a soaking tub and a glassed-in, step-in shower. The sumptuous primary suite is also on the third level with a massive, modern four-poster king bed. A private balcony is also part of the enticement. In addition, there’s an office area and a bonus sleeper sofa with kitchenette. The en suite bath has an oversized tub, dual sinks, and a lavish marble walk-in shower. Located on the south side of scenic 98, this luxury vacation rental also has access to a community pool and hot tub for your vacation enjoyment. So, grab all the gusto you can by making memories at this Destin luxury beach rental. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Private pool - Sauna ### 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 - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 3,857 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76525600/76525587/f8403ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandcastle by the Sea - Luxury Home in Gated Community with Gulf Views & Private Pool Destin - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=76525587&PinnedHotelID=76525587&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92210000/92200900/92200814/cbde7984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Pool, Hot Tub, Elevator, Across from Beach Destin - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=92200814&PinnedHotelID=92200814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92417400/92417316/71095637.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf Front, Pool, Hot Tub- 2 Kitchens - Gated Community in Destiny by the Sea Destin - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=92417316&PinnedHotelID=92417316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21704300/21704244/ea87f4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Costa Del Mar - Near the Beach with an Ocean View & Private Pool Area Destin - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=21704244&PinnedHotelID=21704244&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72050000/72043400/72043375/4042e375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7BR Gulf Views, Large Private Pool/Spa, Private Beach/Gated Community, Sleeps 20 Destin - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=72043375&PinnedHotelID=72043375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44210000/44203000/44202917/a98ee047.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Family Home with Sunset & Beach Views | Game Room & Spacious Living Destin - Sea view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 88 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=44202917&PinnedHotelID=44202917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66050000/66047100/66047011/00a98a08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Luxury ~ Gulf Views ~ Balconies ~ Chef's Kitchen ~ Carriage House Destin - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=66047011&PinnedHotelID=66047011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113480000/113470500/113470420/fa56c0a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The One Legged Seagull! 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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 Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### Property is also known as 18 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.38051%2C-86.40414&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Yby6AzYPol8dB0BEolO7tmIwdrg=) Destin, FL #### What's nearby - Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - James Lee Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles #### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬10 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kenny D's - ‬11 min walk - ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community located? > This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. James Lee Beach and Destin Commons are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Golf Cart! Beach Views! Private Pool & Hot Tub, Gated Community Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trung H. 3 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and location Great property amd location. It is a dream home with all the amenities to have a family reunion. Would love to stay at this property again. ##### Trung H. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew D. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2025 Our stay was so much fun and relaxing. The house was great and any problems we had were attended to quickly. ##### Matthew D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheryl L. 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing My family enjoyed our stay at Carpe Diem. We have been coming to the Destin area for 33 years and hands down the best house we have ever had. Kids and grandkids had a blast; weather was perfect and walk to beach was perfect. ##### Sheryl L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick A. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good experience overall The house was clean and well kept. The host was receptive and helpfull. ##### Nick A. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larissa D. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay! We had a fantastic stay at Carpe Diem. The house was impeccably clean, the management very responsive and we had a great time. This was our second trip and the house still feels brand new. It’s obviously well taken care of. Looking forward to another trip in the future! ##### Larissa D. 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