Title: Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach* 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 # Discounts Sept-Oct\*Designers Cottage\*Private Beach\* Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Miramar Beach ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117188300/117188226/2eaa71bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117188300/117188226/eada5762.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117188300/117188226/9391e2ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117188300/117188226/1d79e0a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117190000/117188300/117188226/36fadc52_edited_4bc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Miramar Beach, Discounts Sept-Oct\*Designers Cottage\*Private Beach\* provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1320 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Discounts Sept-Oct\*Designers Cottage\*Private Beach\* BRAND NEW ON OUR RENTAL PROGRAM WITH A OPEN CALENDAR BOOK NOW!! Professionally managed by Frangista Beach Properties. All reservations will be required to sign a Rental Agreement directly with Frangista Beach Properties within 48 hours of receipt. Luxury High End total Renovation-200 yds to beach- Pet Friendly “As Good As It Gets" A perfect '10' includes a new high end luxury kitchen and new master bathroom. Everything is freshly painted and beautiful new driftwood tile floors. This is a luxury stay! The property features a front covered porch, rear screened porch, and a lushly landscaped yard with a picket fence with lavish pool right out back. Very clean! Beach service (Chairs and umbrella) for 2 included! NO GOLF CART REQUIRED - 2 min walk to beach! Restaurants nearby for short walk! A VERY short walk to private uncrowded Frangista beach (4 minutes and your toes are in the famous Emerald Waters) with the uncrowded neighborhood pool directly behind home. You can sit on screened porch and watch the kids swim in the luxurious large pool. This charming cottage has 11 ft ceilings and all driftwood tile floors (no carpet). The owner is an interior/kitchen and bath designer and has left nothing unattended - you will be pleasantly surprised by the tasteful vintage decor. Colors are soft and relaxing and no detail has been overlooked including high quality bedding. You will be charmed by the iron beds, cotton quilts and vintage linen fabrics. There is a large LCD TV with surround sound in the gathering room and 3 flat screens in bedrooms as well as DVD in living room. There is a luxury king bed in the master (guests rave), a king in bedroom 2 and queen in the other bedroom. There is also a queen sleeper sofa (new in 2019) and a queen air mattress with integrated air inflation. You will feel as if you are staying at a Five Star Luxury Bed and Breakfast. The master suite, named La Jardin Suite (the garden suite) has soft pistachio green walls, hydrangea wreath, garden statuary, wrought iron accents, and beautiful art and accessories. It is refreshing and relaxing and perfect in every detail. The secondary suite, named La Petite Suite, is decorated with a Country French cotton quilt and bedding, black iron bed and black distressed furnishings. Beautiful original oils and limited edition prints complete the pleasing ambience of this room. The kitchen is fully equipped so if you prefer to donning your apron instead of waiting in line at a restaurant, everything you need is there including stainless appliances, a new LG induction range, a new Bosch dishwasher, Bosch side by side fridge with ice and water in the door and and refrigerated filtered water at the sink. The gathering room is something out of a magazine with it's slip-covered furniture, original oils and vintage touches. The large oval table in a distressed red finish will seat 3-4 plus 5 at the kitchen island. The walk to the beach is about 200 yards (very very short). Your toes will touch the beautiful white sands of the Gulf in minutes. You cross Scenic 98 which is not busy. It also has speed bumps all along the road and at the private beach access. We are confident if you stay once, you will return, making 'As Good As It Gets' your Florida beach tradition. Complimentary beach service (two beach chairs and one umbrella) is provided March 1st through November 30th. Guests can bring their own chairs/umbrellas or use the additional beach chairs & umbrellas that are provided in the home. No tents or canopies allowed per HOA. This property offers parking for up to three vehicles depending on size. Offsite parking is available for a fee at nearby locations. RV's and Trailers cannot be parked at the home per HOA restrictions. PET FEE IS $300 PLUS TAX. A MAXIMUM OF 2 \*ADULT\* DOGS ALLOWED – EACH 25LBS OR LESS. Inquire about larger dogs. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Unit size: 1,320 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78565900/78565822/61c92c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4BR Crystal Beach Home • Walk to Beach • Pool • Pet-Friendly • Outdoor Grill Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=78565822&PinnedHotelID=78565822&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21630000/21626500/21626449/0501d622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Discounts Sept–Oct\*Beach Svc\*Private Beach\*Dogs OK Frangista Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=21626449&PinnedHotelID=21626449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65730000/65722700/65722677/310a260e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dolphin Cove - Gulf Front Townhome with Private Outdoor Area Holiday Isle - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=65722677&PinnedHotelID=65722677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62600000/62598000/62597958/1524a0f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On the beach! 3 br townhome @ Southbay by Florida Sunshine! 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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 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 This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as 1765-274211 ## 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%7C30.37843%2C-86.37816&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-oV-JLawHTmco80nslJCnixJWFM=) MIRAMAR BEACH, FL #### What's nearby - Miramar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles - Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles - Baytowne Wharf - 14 min drive - 5.2 miles #### Getting around - Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Whales Tail - ‬10 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk - ‪Kenny D's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach* have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach* pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach*? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach*? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Discounts Sept-Oct*Designers Cottage*Private Beach* located? > Located in Frangista Beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Miramar Beach, Kitchenique and Golf Course At Seascape Resort. The Golf Garden of Destin and Choctawhatchee Bay 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 ## Discounts Sept-Oct\*Designers Cottage\*Private Beach\* Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 128 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dani K. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring break trip My family and I stayed here for our Spring Break trip and had the best time. The house was perfect for 4 of us - being right behind the pool was extremely convenient because my kids love to swim. Pool was heated which was great for March. Super close to the beach, which was also beautiful. House was fully stocked with everything we needed ##### Dani K. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony A. 29 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### family vacation Extremely great location, house was very nice, cozy and comfortable. ##### Tony A. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delaine S. 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I enjoyed my stay at this cottage. I especially liked the fenced in yard for my small dog Toby. I had a comfortable stay at a cute cottage. Really liked that the back yard fenced yard for my small dog. I would rent this home again. ##### Delaine S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tootsie P. 11 Sept 2016 #### Great accommodations! 3rd year in a row I have stayed here and once again it was great time had by all. ##### Tootsie P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016 ### 10/10 Excellent #### william s. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing The house was perfect!! We had a great time. Will def come back! ##### william s. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve Q. 20 Jul 2018 #### Great house and location. Great location within walking distance to the beach. It was a very nice house and look forward to staying there again. ##### Steve Q. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathleen D. 6 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and cozy cottage Owner was very easy to interact with and made every effort to make my stay a good experience ##### Cathleen D. Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lacy P. 2 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a cute cottage Loved staying here. It was decorated so cute and cozy! We felt right at home the minute we walked in! Will definitely stay here again! ##### Lacy P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick R. 11 May 2019 #### Great Stay for a couple months!!!!!! Unreal location, great home, and awesome customer support from the owner. ##### Patrick R. Stayed 59 nights in Mar 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica A. 29 Jul 2017 #### Wonderful family trip! Adorable house, very close to the beach ands the pool is right out the back door. We had a fabulous time and look forward to coming back! ##### Erica A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### MJ G. 13 Oct 2017 #### I loved it, The house was very cozy and inviting. I loved having the pool outside the back door. This home provided a very relaxing vacation. I would book again. ##### MJ G. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kayli C. 22 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We loved our stay here! Just wish the pool would have been heated because it was quite cold, but other than that, we loved it! ##### Kayli C. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna H. 20 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful experience! We had a phenomenal time! The house is beautiful! We loved it. ##### Anna H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul B. 11 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank You The house was just as described… The walk to the beach and access to shopping and restaurants was short and easy. Thank you so much and would definitely stay again ##### Paul B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Lori T. 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Easy instant booking for a property that met every expectation. Best beach vacation my family has had. Would happily stay here again. Can’t wait! ##### Lori T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amy M. 6 Aug 2018 #### Cute Cottage This cottage is in a great location! It was our first time going to Destin and we were really unsure of where to stay. Very convenient location and easy to get to the beach access. ##### Amy M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki M. 3 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing This home has a nice clean feeling w pretty views of pool. ##### Vicki M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### john k. 15 Dec 2017 #### Thanksgiving Getaway This was a great getaway location. We found this property very comfortable, and the locations was perfect for beach walks, shopping, recreation. All aspects exceeded our expectations, and we enjoyed meeting other families enjoying this extended holiday weekend. ##### john k. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth G. 3 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We had a wonderful stay at As Good As It Gets! Great location and the property is exactly as described. Everything was especially clean and comfy, and we would certainly recommend it to others. ##### Beth G. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason W. 26 Jun 2018 #### Great stay Spent Father’s Day and our Anniversary. Great family vacation. ##### Jason W. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen L. 5 Mar 2019 #### As Good as it Gets Over all we really enjoyed our time here. The house was spotless and so close the beach. The decorating was perfect. I am looking forward to visiting again next year. ##### Maureen L. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela R. 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Year 3, always great Our third year staying here, and always exceeds expectations. Great host, great home, great amenities! Ideal for small families. Location is perfect. Neighbors are usually great, but can get loud on Friday and Saturday nights. ##### Pamela R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki A. 19 Sept 2018 #### Great place for time away from home! Loved that the pool was so close. Loved the ocean also with its shallow waters. The house was a perfect vacation stay! ##### Vicki A. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey D. 4 Jun 2017 #### Great house, Great stay! House and location are fantastic! In the middle of Scenic 98 and close to just about everything. ##### Jeffrey D. Stayed 6 nights in May 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross L. 12 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! We had a great stay! Quick walk to a beautiful beach and easy access to the pool that never got too crowded. Good food, coffee and ice cream within walking distance. Well appointed kitchen with everything we needed. ##### Ross L. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021