SouthBay by the Gulf #122-Salty Paws is your beach haven, where you can unwind in a spacious living room or on the private backyard patio with dining and charcoal grill. Step into 50 steps to a private beach, two pools, tennis courts and enjoy fireworks viewing at the private beach.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101289 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws
Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Town Home:
* 50 Steps to the Private Beach š
* Backyard with Charcol Grill
* 2 Pools, 2 Kiddie Pools, Tennis Courts, Fireworks viewing at the private beach š
* 5 Acre Fishable Private Lake
* Pet Friendly š¾(addt'l $250 fee)
* Close to restaurants, Destin Harborwalk, Big Kahuna's and The Destin Commons
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
This Townhome is the perfect spot to relax and play for your beach getaway! Located in the heart of Destin, Salty Paws is the ultimate beach home! Step onto your private backyard patio or relax in the Gulf breezes and the sound of the rolling waves. Want to sleep in and enjoy the lazy beach life?
This pet-friendly 2-story townhouse features 3 bedrooms/2.5 baths, and offers a spacious living room and a fully stocked kitchen for all of your cooking needs. You will also find private beach access, a backyard with dining and a storage unit with beach toys and chairs for fun in the sun š. There is In-unit laundry with a washer and dryer to make your stay easier. There is plenty of room for 10 guests in this spacious home with 3 bedrooms upstairs and a sleeper sofa downstairs.
*This property is not available to adults under age 25. No Exceptions. *
*All pets are subject to approval. To ensure compliance with property policies, please provide the reservations team with your petās breed within 24 hours of booking.*
*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs January thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!
Bed Setup š:
ā¢Master: queen bed (sleeps 2) and private ensuite bath with walk in shower
ā¢Secondary: queen bed (sleeps 2)
ā¢Secondary: twin-over-full bunk bed and twin trundle (sleeps 4)
ā¢Living room: sleeper sofa (sleeps 2)
This Townhome has 1 designated parking spot and overflow parking directly at your door. The private backyard offers amazing views with a spacious patio, outdoor dining and firepit, a charcoal grill, and storage shed with beach chairs and toys. No need to leave Fido at home! SouthBay by the Gulf #122-Salty Paws is pet friendly š¾ and sure to help you make memories to last a lifetime.
SouthBay by the Gulf is a gated, low-density townhome community. This complex is steps to two full sized pools with kiddie pools, shuffleboard courts, lighted tennis courts, beachside volleyball courts and the 5 acres freshwater lake. Every townhome features a designated parking spot right in front of your door making it easy to transfer your things in-no long walks through huge parking lots searching for your car. Come experience why guests return to Southbay by the Gulf year after year!
Area Attractions:
This great complex is just 2 miles away from Harbor Walk Village. Here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, live entertainment, and an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffetās Margaritaville and Harry Tās, to satisfy all tastes. You will be sure to find something for the whole family to enjoy!
Close by is Destin Commons, an outdoor shopping and entertainment venue, family and pet friendly, where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground and a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including AMC Movie Theaters, Destin City Food Hall and Top Golf (May 2022)
This is across the street from Big Kahuna's Waterpark, full of great splashing fun for the kids. And it is walking distance to grocery shopping and some of Destin's best dining: the Pancakery, Crackings, Que Pasa, and Nothing Bundt Cakes!
Destin Dog Park is approximately 3 miles away for your 4-legged family members. Please note that this home is pet friendly š¾, but that Okaloosa County does not permit pets at the beaches.
Kelly Plantation Golf Club offers world class golfing and dining only 2.5 miles from Southbay by the Gulf.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near the ocean
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Tennis
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving 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)
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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 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.
About the area
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. The Track Family Recreation Center and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Destin travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
9 min walk
Circle K
19 min walk
Chick-fil-A
3 min drive
Margaritaville
20 min walk
Pelican Beach Resort
17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws located?
Located in Holiday Isle, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Destin Harbor and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Beaches and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Steps 2 Priv Bch~Pools~Renovated~PetFriendly~SouthBay by the Gulf 122 Salty Paws Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
Great location with a private beach, just a few steps to the beach. Plenty of room for our family. It accommodated 6 adults and 3 kids. It was nice that they even had some beach toys and props for the kids to enjoy.
Great location. Loved the beach and close to condo. This condo needs updating especially master bathroom.
Although we loved location we are staying somewhere else next year.
Unit was as advertised. So was the nearness if the beach. The unit could use updating as far as painting of the cabinets. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Great beach access, stairs weāre not good with an infant and could use some improvements on shower but overall everything was great.
Mary C H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Brittany R.
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
My favorite things about the property were easy beach access and that it was dog friendly. I thought it looked nicer in the pictures than in person. In person, it looked like there were shortcuts taken with the renovations. Neither of the showers had water pressure. The faucet in the master shower spun, and it was hard to get it on just right. The spicket in the guest shower leaked, and the shower was more of a mist. By replacing doors and some flooring here and there, this place could be better. There are wasp nests above the table on the patio. Overall, we were happy with our stay. We appreciated all the beach toys, etc in the closet outside. Thank you!
Brittany R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Melissa A.
19 Aug 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Improvements and Cleaning Needed
The amenities were as stated on the website and were great. However, the unit we stayed in was dirty, the paint inside was peeling, the bathroom door did not lock or close properly, and there appeared to be mold on the walls and vents. The outside of the unit needed attention as well; weeds and broken plastic patio furniture etc.
Melissa A.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Karen H.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good Location But An Updare Is Needed
Location was awesome. The master shower needs fixed so there is cold water to the left and hot water to the right. It was very difficult to operate. The floors were not cleaned before we arrived. If this place states capacity is 10, there should be supplies to accommodate those ten individuals. Ten coffee cups, towels should be at a par of 20 and heavier blankets on the beds. The ceiling fan is wired in with the lights in the living room. If the lights are off then the fan is too. We loved the location and will stay again. Just a few minor areas need to be adjusted.
It's an absolutely stunning beach with the home being an easy short walk to the beach. Very close to the tennis / pickleball courts. Great location if you have dogs as well for the unit backs to a decent amount of grass with some privacy.
The home itself needs some upgrades, the master shower was dirty upon arrival, walls, doors, towel racks, outlets are pretty dirty, paint is peeling and chipping all over the doors and frames. The kitchen is missing very basic things - scissors, salt and pepper, dish sponge, foil. The master bed is the most uncomfortable bed I have ever laid on, it's shocking they haven't replaced it yet and every move you make it makes so much noise. The tennis courts are not maintained very well. We plan to come back semi annually for a week trip to Destin, we will be looking at another location for our next trip.
We absolutely loved the location of this condo & the stunning private beach with dedicated chair service! The condo was spacious, quiet, and clean. Plenty of room for our group of 5. We only had one neighbor and we never heard them. We visited one of the pools and it was well maintained. If you need anything, thereās a grocery store, gas station, pharmacy, and gift shop within a 5 min drive.
A few areas of opportunity would be the floors, beds, and listing description. The condo was clean but the floors were filthy. The bottoms of our feet were black from the first day so we had to wear socks for the rest of the stay. The beds werenāt rock hard but they werenāt very comfortable for an extended stay. They were also super noisy. Anytime my husband moved in the night the noise would wake me up. The beach is close to the unit, not 50 steps as stated, but still only a short walk. Also, the listing didnāt state things that were included with the unit such as a hair dryer and blender. The unit ended up being really well stocked with just about anything you would need so a quick listing update would help travelers pack accordingly.
Overall, itās a great condo and even better location and beach! Perfect for a family, group of friends traveling, or even a couple taking a beach vacay. With a few minor adjustments, this unit could be 5-star amazing!
Place was in a great location and proximity to town and all the attractions. The property was clean and beds were comfortable. Nice to have parking right in front of the unit, and overall a nice, quiet area. My feedback on the unit is the master bathroom shower pressure wasnāt great, and the pictures made the unit look nicer than it was. The property doesnāt have direct access to the beach, but is a very short walk to the beach All around the property was nice for my family and fur babies for the week.
Sweet little property! Very clean! Great location. Clean and well managed. Instant response to text messages sent to management. Easy trek to the beach. Dog friendly!
The property was perfect. It was exactly as stated a 2 min walk to the beach it was stocked with supplies and we enjoyed ourselves will definitely rent again.
This is a perfect place to get away ⦠itās just a few step to the beach and pool. Also, close to shopping and restaurants. Very clean and plenty of linens, pillows and towels
The location relative to the beach was exactly as listed. It was less than a two minute walk to the gorgeous white sand beach with crystal clear water. The property was comfortable and cozy.
This is a great place , we were there for a month and enjoyed every minute. We had a couple of small issues, and RealJoy was awesome! They sent someone immediately and fixed the problem! Can't wait to go back next winter.
This is a great place to stay with kids and a dog. The complex has many places to walk your dog, the storage room was packed with beach items, and it takes seconds to be on the beach. We played tennis, swam in the pools, and cooked out! The kitchen is well stocked with sharp knives and a good egg pan! Musts for us.