Title: Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations 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 # Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations Holiday home with a water park, a short walk to Miramar Beach ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26962000/26961936/df9790c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26962000/26961936/1a2a914c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26962000/26961936/fd31be2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26962000/26961936/fa0f9cf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26970000/26962000/26961936/4c82c32a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Crystal Beach, Sea Belle welcomes you to a lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage with a private pool and easy access to Gulf of Mexico beaches. Enjoy outdoor dining under a sun-protecting pergola with gas grill and unwind in this pet-friendly home that accommodates up to 8 people. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81306 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Pool - 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. ### Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations Sea Belle is a lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage located in the heart of Crystal Beach. This vacation home is fully equipped with its own private pool and is located just a a few blocks from the fabulous Gulf of Mexico beaches. Sea Belle can easily accommodate up to 8 people, and now even your furry friends as this is a pet friendly home. The cottage has a master bedroom with a king size bed, a queen bed in the second bedroom, and a queen sofa sleeper in the living room. The third bedroom is perfect for the kids as it has a twin over twin bunk bed with a twin trundle, plus a single twin bed to accommodate up to four. The home also has 4 TV’s, 2 DVD players, high speed internet access, and a full size washer and dryer for your convenience.  Along with the private pool this home also has an outdoor shower to wash off the sand from a day at the beach. The outdoor dining area is under a sun protecting pergola that has a gas grill, dining for four, and the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy your favorite barbecue meal. This cottage does not allow smoking and does not have a heated pool.  Free Fun Included Every Day!  To enhance your vacation experience, Salt Water Vacations includes Xplorie, which means FREE admissions every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions Destin has to offer!  You can enjoy a daily value of up to $580 in free fun - Click Here to see the fun Salt Water Vacations has in store for you! The owner does accept monthly rentals and it is also pet friendly.  A $250 non-refundable pet deposit per pet is required with a two dogs maximum allowed. Destin, Florida The delicate white sandy beaches and shimmering Gulf of Mexico waters have enticed vacationers to visit the Destin, Florida, area for over 100 years. Situated between Panama City Beach and Pensacola on the Florida Panhandle, Destin has much to offer visitors from all over the world. Each day in Destin is filled with relaxation and majestic wonder. Imagine sipping your morning coffee enveloped in the comfort of a soothing sea breeze. Spend your afternoons soaking up the white sandy beaches and the stunning ocean views. Bid adieu to another fabulously tranquil day with a well-deserved cocktail and sunset. Of course, there is much more to do here! Explore the local golfing, water sports, fishing, shopping (Silver Sands Premium Outlets or the popular outdoor shopping destination of the Destin Commons are great options), amusement parks, nightlife, and award-winning restaurants! There's something for everyone in wondrous Destin, Florida! Salt Water Vacay Values For almost 40 years, Salt Water Vacations has set out to exceed your expectations when it comes to planning and experiencing a dream vacation here along the stunning Emerald Coast. Getting to know our guests is an integral part of the process, and we take pride in being professional, kind, and accommodating. Personalized guest care excellence is at the core of our brand values as we strive to exceed your expectations. Over the years, we have learned so much about how to provide our guests with the best vacation experiences possible. Our local team knows the area well, and we would love to share our recommendations on where to dine, shop, and play.  We are proud to service Florida’s Emerald Coast with a variety of vacation rental homes, condominiums, and cottages in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, and Navarre Beach. See for yourself why families choose Salt Water Vacations year after year! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,306 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118260000/118253200/118253140/614eb789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Pool \* Guest House \* Walk to Beach Crystal Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=118253140&PinnedHotelID=118253140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100660000/100653300/100653254/1bae97d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW PRIVATE POOL! 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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 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 House Sea Belle 3 BR / 2 BA House in Destin Sleeps 8 Private Pool Spacious Cottage 2min Walk to Beach Private Pool Spacious Cottage, 2Min Walk to Beach Destin 4 ## 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%7C30.38525%2C-86.42736&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZTAVYgS3dvRqzTTwblACSWM-GsU=) Destin, FL #### What's nearby - Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Henderson Beach State Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Destin Commons - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Emerald Coast Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬6 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min walk - ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations located? > Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park, Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sea Belle | by Salt Water Vacations Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 25 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dena b. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Destin Vacation June 2024 Loved the house! Close to everything and close to the beach. We had a wonderful stay!😍 ##### Dena b. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse H. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Beach House Close to the beach. Backyard is a private dream. Clean house and safe neighborhood. ##### Jesse H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth P. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Location We had a very nice stay. The location is great! The cottage was very clean and there was enough room for eight of us. The only issue we had was that when we arrived the pool was a little dirty. Once it was cleaned, the pool and back yard area was a plus to our stay. We would stay here again! ##### Beth P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Israel G. 4 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent house very clean has games to entertain the Kids the pool is amazing the overall loved it Overall Would rent again was a amazing stay neighborhood good as well not to far to the beach ##### Israel G. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine M. 12 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Getaway This property is great for families with children. Close to the beach and private pool. ##### Christine M. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela M. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Everything was great will definitely book again ##### Angela M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gena G. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house This house was prefect for our stay. We went for a family vacation with our 3 daughters and we had a great time! ##### Gena G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana K. 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly Recommend Amazing place! Easy walk to the beach, and the private pool in the back is perfect. Exactly what we wanted for a trip with family! It was also SUPER clean!! Would recommend to anyone and we look forward to staying again! ##### Ana K. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda N., Hot Springs 31 May 2020 #### May 2020 Stay The home and location were great. So enjoyed the privacy and relaxation of the backyard. ##### Linda N. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley B. 18 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Location This was our second stay in the Crystal Beach neighborhood and we were enchanted yet again. Very convenient but not crowded or rowdy. We enjoyed the pool and private backyard. Super close to the beach! ##### Ashley B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### erin j. 12 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location for a great vacation! House was adorable and clean. Located a quick walk from the beach. Pool in the back was well kept and yard was lovely. Perfect for kids. Back pergola and grill area was used morning and night (a little dark at night, could’ve used some lights). Inside was charming and well stocked. Overall would stay again. ##### erin j. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Thoi L. 22 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent for everything Need more water toys. ##### Thoi L. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deana D. 5 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Get away We only came to Destin from Daphne for but it was so nice to get away. The best part was bringing Lucy our border collie with us. Thank you! ##### Deana D. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George F. 24 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun time No issues! Had a good week. ##### George F. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Nicole F. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Air conditioning is NOT optional! When we arrived, we found the pool dirty & filter basket broken. We spent a couple hours trying to net leaves out of bottom of pool. Overnight 1st night, the air conditioning went out. Called that morning & was told a work order would be put in. Also mentioned the pool & coffee maker, which poured water out of the bottom when I went to make coffee..the 1st morning. They sent new coffee maker, & a guy did something to the ac to "get us going" until they could fix it. The short time it blew cool air never dropped the temp below 82 degrees. Nobody ever called to check or update. When it went out again, I called left voicemail & messaged. When someone finally called back, they told me work order was already in. It was another day & phone call before they offered 2 window air units for 2 story home. Those never went below 81. We didn't sleep all week in the hot house. Not until I contacted vrbo for refund did they finally have someone call me to check on us. Didn't want to refund money, but offered 2 free nights in future. Asked if we wanted to move elsewhere if even avail for night before check out at 10 am. Not doable to move everyone & all stuff to new location our last night. We don't go every year to use voucher. Finally offered 600, which is such a small % of what I pd. The longer I've thought on it, there is no way 600 makes up for my baby gdaughter sweating in 86 home on a vacation. This AC issue overshadowed every part of our trip. I deserve more compensation than tha ##### Nicole F. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeymy D., Patterson 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Amazing location! •Wonderful communication! Owner help us a lot before we arrived. • Amazing location if you don’t mind walking, beach, store, gas station and some restaurants are in a walking distance. •Private pool, just big enough for a family and beautiful backyard, gazebo could use some light though. It’s dark at night. •Description said activities included but we didn’t got anything. •House is small and outdated, you cannot stream on TVs. •Not enough, trash bags, toilet paper or other toiletries were provided. •Mattresses are a little bit worn out. •This house is only for one family or only grown ups. •Kind of pricey for the conditions of the house, you are only paying for private pool, which my children enjoyed so I didn’t mind. ##### Jeymy D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Wade C. 29 Oct 2020 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT LOCATION - AVERAGE COMMUNICATION This home is everything you think it is going to be. Location, style, comfort and relaxing. Would definitely return. There were a couple challenges which were frustrating. First, I sent several messages through VRBO to the management company prior to and during our stay with NO RESPONSE. They did answer when I finally called a few days before our arrival; however, instead of addressing my questions (early check-in and whether the pool was heated as advertised) I was told to call the day we arrive. Once we arrived, the house was as expected and was relaxing and has a fantastic back patio. But, the pool was very dirty once we arrived - I responded directly via email to the property management company regarding the pool and received no response. I started to clean it with a net, but there was so many leaves and so much sediment at the bottom, it would have taken so long, I gave up. I never received a response. The third day of our stay someone came and cleaned the pool. Upon arrival, the house was generally clean; however, baseboards, closets and corners are dirty. The other issue was that we were staying seven nights and there was only enough toilet paper and supplies for a short stay. There was a note that we could call for a resupply, but there would be a fee. This seems counterintuitive considering if we stayed two nights and someone came in behind they would resupply. Why wouldn't they ensure or provide enough supplies for our stay? All said, I would return because of the comfort and location, hoping the property management team was more attentive and the pool was clean upon our arrival. ##### Wade C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Todd C., Atlanta, GA, US 30 Jul 2020 Liked: Location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### NOT dog friendly, terrible communication The Sea Belle was a nice “pet friendly" house close to the beach halfway between Destin and Miramar, and relatively close to the public beach. The house was just big enough for 5 of us, without feeling cramped, and the pool was small but again perfect for the number of us staying here. The grounds were also very well landscaped and the pups really enjoyed exploring in the shaded back area when they were too hot from the sun. Ok now let’s talk about the issues. If I book on Vbro I expect to be able to ask questions through that service. Not one answer via Vbro in 30 days. Terrible. I received several updates through Vbro and via email with different contact information and door codes to be used once arriving. This sort of mismatching communication reeks of fake properties - luckily this one was real, but had no way of verifying that before we got there. Post-cleaning inspection was... skipped. Completely. We forgot about gaining an hour between time zones and arrived a little early with a baby in our group and asked if we could checkin early. While we could not because "the cleaning and sanitation inspection did not yet occur", we just waited for the inspector to arrive and do their thing. A car drove and paused in front of the house 10 minutes before check in and drove off - without a word. So basically the sanitation and inspection was so last minute they just skipped it. During a pandemic. The house is listed as “pet friendly" but note the front door lever handle can easily be opened by an intelligent dog from the inside - EVEN WHEN LOCKED. Also, back gates do not latch on the bottom and determined dogs can easily get out. NOT DOG FRIENDLY. Spent 6 anxiety ridden hours looking for one of our dogs when we returned from a two hour trip to the beach and found the front door open and realized how dog friendly this house really is(n’t) Minor but even if a house is listed as dog friendly I’d expect the cleaning crew to pickup the dog poop left behind by careless former renters. Nope. Upstairs bed frame has issues where the middle support continued to separate and mattress to sink. Annoying and fixable but one thing management needs to check out. Grill propane was 100% empty. Found out the hard way while attempting to make dinner the first night. Once again Vbro messages landed on deaf ears. Otherwise we found a way to enjoy our time in this house — but I think I’ll avoid Saltwater Vacations properties in the future. ##### Todd C. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Carole M. 13 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy House could use some updates but was very functional and accommodating. Excellent location ##### Carole M. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa S. 3 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Home and Location This home is wonderful for families and in such a great location. Short walk to beach and quick drive to grocery store and restaurants. The backyard is amazing! The kids used the pool everyday and we loved having a grill for quick dinners! Would highly recommend the Sea Belle and we will definitely be coming back! ##### Melissa S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darlene B. 3 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very quaint little place Only thing some of the plastic dishes were dirty ##### Darlene B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### alex y. 12 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, but tired rental We really enjoyed the homes location and pool. Unfortunately, the home is just not great itself. First, the A/C only has a return in the hallway upstairs, which results to this loud noise during operation heard in both bedrooms upstairs. Also, the first floor has a very hard time cooling off or staying cool (we kept doors closed). Kitchen isn't stocked very well, so bring your own essential (pots, pans, etc). The outside grill is practically useless scrap metal, the burners are rusted all the way through making it impossible to get an even heating, and burns everything. The pool was nice, but wasn't cleaned until a couple of days after we arrived (btw, cleaning company cleaned it very well). Also, the pool net is torn and useless, making it difficult for us to remove any debris. The mattresses are worn out, with heavy sagging (and the queen bed upstairs squeaks with every movement without any action necessary\*). NO smart TVs, very dissappointing! TV in front bedroom upstairs turns off and on during use. ##### alex y. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ursula G. 28 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! Everything about this property and location was perfect for our family. We were in Destin for a baseball tournament and wanted something more than a hotel. This place felt like home. It was clean, the backyard was perfect for the boys to swim or play. We had friends visit and they loved it as well. It's a 5 minute walk to the beach and close to everything. Would definitely stay again. ##### Ursula G. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie H. 9 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent My family had a wonderful time and this house made it even better. It was a great location to everything. The beach was just down the block and within walking distance, the pool was just what we needed at the end of the day. The house was clean and the beds were great! We will definitely stay here again. ##### Carrie H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lolly B. 25 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Destin Vacation home Place was very clean and neat, pool was great and overall an excellent place to stay!! ##### Lolly B. 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