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The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

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This Cottage is the second to the back on the right side of the community
Living area
Living area
Open floor plan is great for Family gatherings
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Miramar Beach, FL
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!

Flip Flop Inn is a new home in popular and beautiful Beach Retreat. Two-story, three bedroom/three bath beach cottage with oversize wraparound balconies sleeps 12 people. Located in a gated community with pool, hot tub and gym, just 200 yards from private beach access to the sugar white sands and emerald Gulf waters. Community pool is heated during Thanksgiving week, Christmas week and for Spring Break!
We also provide Beach Set up Service in Season, Mar - Oct.

Located along one of the most desirable beaches in the nation, Beach Retreat is a family-oriented beach community located on Scenic Gulf Highway and in the heart of beautiful Destin, where the sand is like sugar and Gulf waters are clear and emerald green. Beach Retreat is centrally located to all of Destin's wonderful restaurants, water sports and activities, including Silver Sands outlet mall, Sandestin and Baytowne Wharf, Destin Commons, Big Kahuna's Waterpark, The Track, upscale shopping, casual and fine dining, movie theaters and beautiful golf courses.


Further details for this vacation house rental in Miramar Beach, Florida
First Floor: On the first floor of the home is a beautifully furnished living room and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. The kitchen is fully equipped so you can cook as if you were at home, and the large dining table provides plenty of room to serve a big meal. Additional seating is available at the eat-in bar. One of the two sofas is a queen sleeper! Also on the first floor is the first of two master bedrooms with a King-sized bed and flat-screen TV with DVD, attached to a full bath with double vanities. A full-size washer and dryer are located downstairs.

Second Floor: On the second floor is a second master bedroom with a King-sized bed and flat-screen TV with DVD, plus an adjoining bath with a whirlpool tub and separate shower. The second-floor master also offers access to the wraparound balcony so you can enjoy a nightcap on the balcony before you slip between the sheets. The third bedroom is also on the second floor and it has two sets of bunkbeds, each one is twin-over-full. This room sleeps a total of six people and is attached to its own full bathroom. It also has a TV and DVD player, and opens to the backside of the wraparound balcony.

Beach Retreat: Located along one of the most desirable beaches in the nation, Beach Retreat is a family-oriented beach community located on Scenic Gulf Highway and in the heart of beautiful Destin. We offer our guests 300 feet of private beach for Beach Retreat owners and their rental guests only, with umbrella and chair rentals available. Facilities for showering off the sand when returning from the beach are conveniently located at the entrances to the community and the swimming pool. Guests will also enjoy the large swimming pool which includes a hot tub, fountains and lush landscaping. Chaise lounges, tables and chairs are provided for your comfort, and restrooms are located at the pool for use by vacationers and their guests. is located near the pool (with a separate enclosure for the safety of small children) so you have the option to grill your own meals. Our house is only 100 yards from the pool so you can easily carry your food and supplies to and from the pool.

Property manager

Kathy Shampine - Kastlekeepers, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet fee is $150
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Full week, Sat to Sat reservations required during Spring Break and Summer season

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Miramar Beach

Located in Miramar Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Destin Commons and Silver Sands Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Yarn Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whale's Tail At Seascape - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cabana Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The fun begins at the Flip Flop Inn! - FREE Beach Serv-In Season- 4 min to Gulf! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and The Golf Garden of Destin. Kitchenique and James Lee Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay!

Loved this property. Rented Wednesday-Monday. We were in town for my sister-in-law’s beach wedding that occurred on Saturday. My mother and father in law and other sister in law along with her husband and two teens stayed with my husband and I. Perfect amount of space for all of us. The location was amazing! Quick walk across the street to the beach, walking distance to several restaurants and easy drive for groceries. Highly recommend this rental property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property and short walk to the beach!

Nice property and short walk to the beach! Heated pool was a plus on the cooler late March days. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely No Hassle Stay

This was one of the best stays we’ve had. Everything was clean, well maintained and as described in the listing. No worries, no need to contact anyone for repairs or any other problems. Thank you for a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Property was as described, great location. Will definitely be booking again. Property manager has a lot of good information in the welcome binder for those that have not been or do not frequent the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Great communication, location, clean. Enjoyed this property, will return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely week at the Flip Flop Inn!

Our family had so much fun staying in this sweet house that is a VERY short walk to one of our favorite beaches. It’s exactly as described and as it appears in the pictures—super cute and comfy. We had plenty of room to spread out and to enjoy some family time together. Communication with management was phenomenal. Quick, friendly responses to all our questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

House was clean. We enjoyed the pool area. Loved the private beach. It is across the street from property but this wasn't a problem. Several restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect location, could use some new furnishings and updates.

The location was perfect however the condo needed some TLC and new furnishings. The pictures online are different on the inside than what it actually was when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Amazing stay!!!!! walking distance to the beach. Manager responded quickly with any questions we had. We will be coming back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Great spot and perfect location
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property with Great Property Manager

House was beautiful and in a great location with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

House was perfect for my family! Very clean and maintained. Close to places to eat and could walk many places.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Great location with easy access to the beach, pool, and local shopping. The cottage was very spacious, had good storage, and accommodated our family well.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Love staying in these houses! Always super nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sara F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Family had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Getaway

We rented 3 homes in same neighborhood for a Father/Son graduation getaway. Great communication and great home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

This was the perfect location for our needs. We had three families which allowed each family their own bedroom and bathroom. It was nice, cleaned and ready for us to enjoy. The beach was across the street which is great as you don't have to worry about parking. Would recommend and we're already talking about coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

This was a nice house. Kitchen was well stocked. Comfy beds. The neighborhood felt safe. The house had a great layout. Only negative I can have, was the tree in the upstairs bedroom scrapes the window and the kids had trouble sleeping because of the noise. Overall, we had a nice time. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Vaca

Even though the weather was unseasonably cold, we had such a lovely week! The property was even better than anticipated. The house was spotless. The beach proximity, hot tub and gym were a highlight. Kathy was so good with correspondence. We would love to go back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The location is great

Great experience my family loved they planned to came back next year
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun-cation!

Property was perfect for our family, super clean, and very convenient to get to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Meena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Decent stay

Nice property. Pleasant environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

Great house, perfect space for 2 families with kids. Great location to ocean and pool. Gated community with parking for 2. Fridge, and microwave had to be cleaned out prior to use. Kathy is very responsive and helpful. We will definitely look to book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

Very clean!! So close to beach and pool!! Everything was wonderful, we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week at the Flip Flop Inn

Everyone (ages 6 - 72) had a wonderful week at the Flip Flop Inn. The cottage met all of our needs. Great location. Short walk to the beach. Lovely pool. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Shampine - Kastlekeepers, LLC

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This property is managed by: JSRE/Kastlekeepers LLC

Why they chose this property

Languages:

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests