Title: Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=103656298&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart Lakefront holiday home with a hot tub, near Miramar Beach ## Photo gallery for Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart ![Beach nearby - Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart (Destin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103656300/103656298/9dc18675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart (Destin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103656300/103656298/adcbbad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart (Destin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103656300/103656298/b92ff718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart (Destin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103656300/103656298/f3aa8f7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart (Destin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103660000/103656300/103656298/732f00ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142976 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart Top Reasons to Book Casa Esmeralda: \* Lakefront Home With Private Dock \* Public Beach Access Approx. 0.3 Miles Away \* Private Pool/Spa With Heating Options (Fee Applies) \* Gated Community – Lagoon Pool, Fitness Center, Tennis Courts \* Golf Cart (6-Seater LSV) Included At The Home \* Dog Friendly Home (Fees and Restrictions Apply) \* Propane/Gas Grill \* Professionally Managed Casa Esmeralda is a serene 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom lakefront escape located in the gated Destiny West community, comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests. This 2-story retreat pairs peaceful water views with a relaxed coastal feel, creating an inviting setting from the moment you arrive. With calm surroundings and beautifully designed interiors, the home offers a restful setting to enjoy time along the Emerald Coast. Inside, a graceful winding staircase welcomes you into the home, opening to a bright living area that frames views of the lake. The well-equipped kitchen and adjacent dining room make entertaining simple, while 4 thoughtfully arranged bedrooms provide a calming space for guests to settle in throughout their stay. Whether enjoying unhurried mornings by the water or unwinding after a day at the beach, the home’s warm coastal style supports an easy, relaxing experience. Outdoors, the private pool and spa overlook the lake, with comfortable loungers and a firepit set across the back patio for both daytime relaxation and evening gatherings. A staircase leads down to a peaceful dock that creates a quiet spot to enjoy the water and take in the scenery. Public beach access at Whale’s Tail is just a short walk away, about 6 minutes on foot or a 5-minute ride using the complimentary 6-passenger golf cart (LSV). Casa Esmeralda is also close to local favorites such as The Crab Trap and Pompano Joe’s, as well as the shopping at Silver Sands Premium Outlets, offering a stay that reflects the ease and charm of Destin. \*For safety and insurance reasons, the indoor living room fireplace is not operational. Home Layout and Bedroom Details: 1st Floor: Kitchen: This kitchen maximizes functionality with a kitchen island and bar seating for 4\. Included are stainless steel Samsung appliances and a 5-burner gas range, double toaster, Keurig, coffeepot, crockpot, griddle, and blender, as well as all the normal utensils and cookware. It is fully stocked and ready to cook for large families. Dining Room: A formal dining room table is adjacent to the kitchen and can seat up to 8 guests. Not only can you see the TV from this space, but it also has a front-row view of the backyard and pool. Living Room: This cozy living room is right next to the dining room and has a full-sized sofa, a loveseat, and 2 accent chairs. Watch your favorite shows on the large 55-inch, 4K flat-screen TV. Bedroom + Bathroom #1: It has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, and a flat-screen TV. It also has its own private bathroom with a walk-in shower. Bathroom #2: This is an easily accessible bathroom adjacent to the laundry room, including a walk-in shower. Laundry Room: Located downstairs is a washer and a dryer. You will find all of the towels stored here. Backyard: Your own lakefront oasis awaits you. Enjoy the saltwater pool and spa or take advantage of the home’s beautiful dock over the lake. 2nd Floor: Bedroom #2: This room is a bunk room that includes a full/full bunk, dresser, and flat-screen TV. This bedroom shares Bathroom #2 with Bedroom #3, accessible from the hallway. Bedroom + Bathroom #3: This bedroom has a queen-sized bed, dresser, 2-night stands, and a flat-screen TV. This attached bathroom can also be accessed from the hallway. Bedroom + Bathroom #4: This master bedroom has a king-sized bed, dresser, 2 nightstands, accent chairs, and a flat-screen TV. It has a spacious, private bathroom with a walk-in shower and freestanding tub. It is complete with a private balcony that boasts a lake view. House Rules: \-This is a NON-smoking property. Student Booking Policies: \-College student groups must all inquire and get approval before booking. Rates for student groups are subject to change; the price will be determined upon inquiry. \-If a college student group is accepted, they will be subject to a $100.00 fully refundable damage deposit per person. \-Golf carts are not included for groups under the age of 25 or college student groups. Pets: \-This home is pet-friendly, up to 30lb in size, but all pets must be approved and are subject to a pet fee upon approval. Please request approval before booking. Parking: \-All cars must be in the driveway. 4 cars maximum. No Trailers, RVs, Scooters, Boats, or Motorcycles are permitted per HOA rules. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a lake ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,976 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113700000/113697400/113697323/caa69a82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Forever House: Private beach steps away, Heated pool, FREE golf cart, Bunk room Miramar Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=113697323&PinnedHotelID=113697323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42532200/42532184/71ecf206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ☀️Fins Up | 6BR Luxury Home w/ Private Pool, Game Loft + Walk to Beach🐬 Crystal Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=42532184&PinnedHotelID=42532184&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106930000/106923800/106923703/e06a51fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New 5BR House steps to beach! -Private Pool-Sleeps 12 Crystal Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=106923703&PinnedHotelID=106923703&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89230000/89224700/89224626/704656fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carmine by AvantStay | 2022 Remodeled Destin Home Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=89224626&PinnedHotelID=89224626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102710000/102705900/102705824/b3a9b617.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Del Carmen | Dog-Friendly + Pool & Pool House! 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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 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 12 ## About the area Located in Destin, this holiday home is on a lake. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Fat Daddy's Arcade and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Destin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destin.dx6906) [View more Holiday homes in Destin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destin-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6906-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C30.38326%2C-86.41262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K_JgkdG6Fs13_jTerv2tWsEXe1g=) Destin, FL ### What's nearby - ![Miramar Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6906/74f5f3bb-3650-4bab-b53e-5776e04c4d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Miramar Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Destin Commons](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127782/1fcdadd9-a768-4bda-994c-b18f146ebe53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Destin Commons 3 min drive \- 0.9 miles - ![Emerald Bay Golf Club which includes a river or creek and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532653495/555a271d-de70-4d2e-a896-28fbfff43d03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerald Bay Golf Club 4 min drive \- 1.1 miles - James Lee Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - James Lee Beach 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 4 min drive - Crab Trap Destin 13 min walk - Chipotle Mexican Grill 5 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 4 min drive - Sandos Beachside 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart have a pool? ### Is Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart? ### What time is check-in at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart? ### What time is check-out at Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart? ### Where is Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa Esmeralda | Lakefront | Private Pool/Spa | 6-Seater Golf Cart Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 26 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### kristin b. 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was beautiful and in an excellent location. We really enjoyed siting on the dock on the evening! ##### kristin b. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie M. 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Location was great. Very nice gated community. Loved cruising on the golf cart. House was very clean. Communication was excellent with owners. Pool and hot tub very nice and clean. ##### Angie M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mirela K. 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation We had great time staying in this house. Location was great and we really enjoyed pool and spa. We would definitely come back. ##### Mirela K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen T. 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful House in a Gorgeous Neighborhood The house was beautiful and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook. Pool area was stunning. Bedrooms were comfortable and clean. Loved our stay, will be back! ##### Jen T. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebekah B. 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Florida vacay Overall enjoyed our stay. Golf cart was a terrific addition! Location to beach was great! ##### Rebekah B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin P. 12 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great house and great locations! This house was great for our family and the grand parents! The owners were super nice and easy to work with! ##### Justin P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blair T. 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Minimoon trip We came down for our mini-moon and had a wonderful. We really enioyed the house and how convenient it was to the beach!! ##### Blair T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael G. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Trip and Host We were very pleased with the home and the amenities provided. Great location to the beach and various restaurants. The host was super responsive to calls, texts and e-mails. Would highly recommend this property for your stay in Destin, Fl. Hope to stay there again. ##### Michael G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon C. 29 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful The space was perfect, the kitchen had everything we needed, the bedrooms and bathrooms were as nice as pictured. We all really enjoyed the outdoor spaces and the view was amazing. Overall this vacation was perfect!!! ##### Shannon C. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### annette p. 5 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing experience House and pool were great, and those frogs at night are hilarious! We will definitely be back! ##### annette p. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana C. 13 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Time Loved the location of the property. Close to everything our family needed which gave us more time to spend together. House was beautiful. Owners were easy to communicate with and were very accommodating! We would definitely stay again! ##### Diana C. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa K. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location/Pool/Golf Cart Perfect location, golf cart, pool, and beautiful views! House had several issues. Host did their best to address most urgent bathroom issues and response was quick-but we mostly dealt with the rest rather than complaining/taking valuable beach time. The two steps down to living room, curved staircase (varying width of steps), and decor (small rocks on the floor) are not kid friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/69bf565a-169d-495f-a196-fd8f4f3ee717-1748869336475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melissa K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa D. 4 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Beautiful home and great location. We enjoyed having the pool right there and being close to the beach as well. We were happy with all the amenities provided. Kitchen was stocked well for making meals and beds were quite comfortable. Host communicated well and was very responsive. I would highly recommend. This was our first visit to Destin and we hope to return and stay here again! ##### Melissa D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Pam 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Esmerelda Overall nice place! Few things were not completed before we arrived, which was a little frustrating, but the management company was very timely to get them fixed. Young man apologized that they were not taken care of before we arrived. A few more amenities could be provided for two weeks stay. Some construction going on next door and across the pond, but no fault of rental.Neighborhood is great, very close to the beach, few close by restaurants you can walk too. I would recommend. ##### Pam Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### 3boyscharm M. 31 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house. great location. Great time! This vacation was so nice. The latest reviews had us worried about coming but we had a magnificent time. Yes there is construction next door but you’re at the beach. The view was awesome. House was great. Come with a golf cart. The management company has changed so look for correspondence from Travel Life Vacations. That isn’t stated well in the current listing and cause some concern when I wasn’t hearing from the booking prior to arriving. But they are wonderful and very responsive. We will be back to this house and Destin. There was something for everyone. ##### 3boyscharm M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carolina c. 13 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location! Came here for a bachelorette trip. We loved the house, it was very spacious, everyone had a bed and bathroom and the kitchen dining room/living room was spacious as well. The kitchen was fully stocked with utensils and pans which was nice. Only thing that I gave a star off for was that we didn't know they were doing construction next to the house. Luckily they were only there the first day we got there. We also wish that there were trash bags easily available to us but we made due with what we had. The hot tub was amazing and the both the pool and hot tub heated up pretty quickly so it was always ready for when we wanted to go in. Overall, we would definitely book this house again. The hosts were super nice and answered right away! ##### carolina c. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Megan B. 20 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful neighborhood, great location Overall we loved our stay! The neighborhood is great and is within walking distance of the beach, the community pool and Crab Trap. There is construction going on nearby and a new house being built next door. The views from the balcony and dock are still beautiful. We loved the pool and hot tub and used them multiple times a day. There are some rough spots on the pool deck and some sharp screws sticking up on the decking by the fire pit so we wore sandals unless we were in the pool. Our boys loved seeing the lizards and frogs that would visit. The house is spacious and had plenty of room for 5 adults and 2 kids. We did have some maintenance issues with the sliding glass doors and the A/C but the hosts responded promptly and got things fixed. As with all rentals, it could use a deep clean and some cosmetic repair. It’s a great house though and we’d definitely stay again! Thank you Carlos and Sara! ##### Megan B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Theresa P. 16 Apr 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Spring 2024 We chose this house because of the pictures and the 5-star rating it had. We were disappointed that it did not live up to that expectation and of its price point. I would first like to say that the owners are very attentive. They were very quick to answer any questions I had. One question being if they had chairs for the beach and they quickly responded by asking me how many I needed as to make sure there were enough for us. They were very kind and easy to work with. The amenities of the home are very good, everything worked well and the location is great. As to the house itself, we were immediately disappointed from the moment we pulled up as the pictures of the outside did not look like the pictures that are currently online. Landscaping looks bad with overgrown weeds in the beds in front and in the back yard. The home itself is very worn. The whole house inside and out needs a good cleaning and needs to be repainted. Also, there is a house being built next-door and with the backyard not being private it was awkward to be by the pool until the workers were done for the day. ##### Theresa P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Casey Ann B. 3 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Tips for Future Guests First and foremost let me say that the house itself is beautiful and in an amazing location, you really are a 5-10 minute walk from the beach. And as a pleasant surprise we found out upon arrival that the rental comes with a golf cart. We had a wonderful weekend, but there were a few things that we were unaware of and want to post so that future guests are aware. - The check-in time is 5:00 PM, not 4:00 as says in the website, and I was not informed of this until 3 days prior to travel. - There are no beach/pool towels for guests to use so make sure to pack them. - There are no kitchen “staple” items (olive oil and s&p). - We were unable to find directions on how to light the fire pit. - The house next door (to the right) is in the process of being built, and there were construction vehicles parking in our driveway. Also, the crew works on Saturdays and the houses are VERY close to each other, so if you are planning on having a pool party or bbq you may want to have it on Sunday. - We were unable to locate/use the outdoor trash and recycling bins (as required per the checkout instructions). There was 1 trash bin, but it was full of construction debris from next door and no recycling bin. ##### Casey Ann B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise M. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Esmeralda This house is very spacious so you aren’t on top of each other. There were 9 of us, 3 were kids. The pool is a good size for beach properties and the view of the lake is great! ##### Denise M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hannah W. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property! Amazing Location! We had a great time and the host is so nice! We love the subdivision and short walk to the beach! ##### Hannah W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### debra t. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home Property was beautiful. ##### debra t. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamara D. 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall Break Management was quick to respond to a minor issue we had. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Tamara D. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### laura o. 22 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you! We had a great family vacation. Loved the neighborhood ##### laura o. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noelle S. 12 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Amazing! Beautiful property with even better owners! I would rent this place again without thinking twice about it! Great communication with owners & perfect location. ##### Noelle S. 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