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Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool

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Welcome to Opal Beach House!
Beach access at the Shores at Crystal Beach Park is less than a 5 minute walk.
This is YOUR beach. The Shores at Crystal Beach is LESS than a 5 minute walk from the house!
When you need a break from the beach, take a dip in the private heated pool in the backyard.
Spacious living room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • James Lee Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool

Escape to the breathtaking Emerald Coast and enjoy the lovely Opal Beach House. Walk less than 5 minutes (just 0.2 miles) to the beautiful white sand beaches, take a dip in the private heated pool, enjoy the outdoor Margaritaville-style patio, or journey over to the entertainment and shopping hub of Destin Commons.

Opal Beach House At A Glance:
►Less than 5 Minute Walk to Beach (Shores at Crystal Beach Park entrance)
►Private Heated Swimming Pool
►Backyard Margaritaville Patio Bar with Large TV
►Beautiful front porch for enjoying your morning coffee or evening wine
►5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms; sleeps 14, including carriage House with 1bed/1bath for extra space
►Spacious Kitchen featuring:
- Built-In Breakfast Bar
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Keurig Coffee machine
- Seating for 10
- Set of kitchen cooking essentials
►Laundry Room featuring:
- Washer and dryer
- Iron and ironing board
►Other Amenities
- WiFi
- Community Pool (in addition to Private Pool)
- Hair Dryers in every bathroom
- Guaranteed clean towels and linens
- Lots of closet space
- Large TV in living room
- TV's in every bedroom
- Easy access and private space to park up to 3 cars on the driveway (no garage parking)
- The house is equipped with an exterior security camera for guest safety and house security

If you have any questions or concerns during your stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out on the platform. We are available between 8am-6pm and will respond promptly to any messages. We will respond as soon as we are able outside of those time frames.

Known for its adorable beach cottages in a rainbow of pastels, Crystal Beach is probably the most sought after vacation location in Okaloosa County. Scenic 98 curves past a unique blend of beach homes and hot spots like The Crab Trap -- a tourist favorite! The clouds never seem to hang over Crystal Beach and the sugar white sands appear to shine a little brighter here.

Crystal Beach is also home to Destin Commons, an outdoor lifestyle center with restaurants, boutiques, Rave motion pictures and a Bass Pro Shop. It’s often the epicenter of Destin with outdoor musical productions, dog costume contests and fun activities for kids like dancing water fountains and a bungee trampoline.

Walk to the beach!! Opal Beach House is only a 5 minute walk to the nearest beach access point. Crystal Beach is a very walkable and bicycle-friendly area, so enjoy the fresh ocean air as you explore the area.

►Other things to note:
- We pride ourselves on a very clean, well-maintained house;
the house is professionally cleaned before and after each
stay and we have handymen on standby if any issues arise
- Cable TV provided with popular channels
- The primary renter must be a minimum age of 21 years or
older to rent this house.
We aim to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as it can possibly be! Our mission is to help our guests create beautiful memories with family and friends in our amazing house. For us to do so, we would truly appreciate it if you can follow these house rules. Thank you in advance and we truly appreciate your cooperation!

GENERAL. Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. Check-out is at 10:00 a.m. The cleaning service often has a short time between guests to get the house ready for the next guest, so there will be a $50 fee for anyone who has not checked-out by that time. All trash must be removed from the house prior to checking out and placed in the appropriate trash bin. Guests are responsible for placing the trash bins out for pickup during their stay (details provided with check-in instructions). No trash should be placed outside of the bins. Absolutely no smoking inside the house. $500 extra cleaning fee will be assessed. No pets allowed. Please wash your dishes after use. Please load the dishwasher with any dirty dishwasher-friendly dishes and start the dishwasher prior to departure (our cleaners will unload the clean dishes). Any non-dishwasher friendly dishes should be washed and put away prior to departure. Maximum of 14 guests. If you have more than 14 guests, there will be a fee of $75 per extra person or you may be asked to vacate the house immediately with no refund. Please make sure to lock all doors and windows to the house upon checking out. Keep noise to a minimum after 10pm to be respectful of neighboring houses - Opal Beach House is in a residential community and quiet hours will be strictly enforced. Parking is provided on the driveway in front of the garage. Cars should park side by side and not extend out into the road. There is NO street parking available. Our driveway is suitable for up to 3 or 4 vehicles, depending on size. No boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, RVs, self-propelled motor homes or similar vehicles may be parked in the driveway. Please return all accessories and remotes to their rightful places at the end of your stay. Please do not rearrange the furniture. If you would like to host an event (i.e. wedding, graduation), please speak with us about it first. Absolutely no parties. If guests are found to have had a party without host permission which results in extra cleaning, guests will be responsible for extra cleaning charges and in the unfortunate event of the disruptions alerting neighbors, guests will be asked to vacate the property immediately without refund. If guests are suspected of carrying and/or using illegal drugs of any kind, the authorities will be engaged, and guests will be asked to vacate the property immediately. Please acknowledge that occasionally, we may leave consumables, such as condiments, left behind by previous guests if they are not empty. We try our very best to ensure that it is not expired or stale. However, ultimately, it is up to the guests’ discretion and inspection to consume these items if they wish. The host does not take any responsibility for the consumables.

BBQ GRILL. Guests are responsible for bringing their own propane tank or refilling the tank located at the house. Feel free to use the BBQ grill outside that is set up for our guests’ leisure use only. Please clean up after yourselves and keep the grill clean. We ask that you either use aluminum foil to cover the grill or scrape the grill after each use. Please make sure the grill is off after each use (all knobs turned to the off position). Please make sure propane is also turned off (rotate clockwise until all the way tightened).

POOL. The safety of our guests is our top priority! Please follow all posted signs in the pool area. Guests under the age of 18 should have adult supervision at all times while using the pool. No diving. No jumping from any structure or piece of furniture. No running around the pool area. No glass in the pool. No food is permitted in the pool. Guests may bring food in the pool area so long as it is kept outside of the pool itself.

Overall, we simply ask that you please be respectful of the cabin and keep it clean before you leave.

Property manager

John Craven

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Destin

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, 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 Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Destin Commons - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Beach Home, 5-Min Walk to Beach & Private Pool located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park, Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

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

Great beach house

We had a wonderful time in the house; it was perfect for our family of 14. The beach was within walking distance and the neighborhood was very nice. Even with a couple minor things we had to message the host about, his communication was immediate and the customer service was excellent. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shronda B.

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

Lots of space

We get a group of elders in the family and take them somewhere different every yr.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia R.

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

30th birthday

House was perfect for our group, we spent a long weekend celebrating our daughter’s 30th birthday. Walk to beach was perfect for watching sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa K.

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

Beach family trip

Property was in a great location with a short walk to the beach. Was good space for everyone to have their own bed and bath. Owner communication was good and timely. However, the pictures listed are not accurate and up to date. The back decking needs replaced. Holes, broken loose and rotting wood. All the trim around the back of house is rusting. Outdoor bar had missing broken tile. Sidewalk around pool isn’t level and ladder loose. Disposal in kitchen broken. Dining room chair broken and table had sticky film. Toilet seats loose. Floors left kids feet black after walking on it first day. House needs repairs and updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Great location and house layout

Very responsive host. Perfect size for our group!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase S.

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

Great spot

It was a lovely place, the pool was amazing especially after leaving the beach! We had 13, 24-35 year olds staying here and it was plenty of room for us. The location was great too, the walk to the beach took around 3 minutes, and a lot of food places around. 10/10 recommend if you have a large crowd!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Great family vacation house

Our stay was perfect. House was roomy and having our own pool was a hit with the kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chezy N.

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

Close to the beach in a quiet neighborhood

We had a great time. House is located in a quiet neighborhood but still close to all amenities including the beautiful beach. House needs a few improvements such as the ice maker was broken and the house needs pest management. Overall it was a pleasant experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa T.

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

Destin 2023

Amazing experience all the way around! The place was roomy and clean. All the essentials were available to accommodate our stay. No hassle, and management responses were provided in a timely manner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Clipper cove

Very comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Awesome experience

This property over exceeded our expectations in every category. I would stay here again without hesitation and highly recommend to families with kids. Our teenage sons enjoyed the NBA game and late night swims alone. Our preteen daughters enjoyed the walk to the beach and the early morning swims in the heated pool. The adults loved winding down on the patio under the lights. Plenty of room and the amenities were perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Spring Break

This house was amazing for our stay!! It was close to the beach and the pool was so nice!! My friends and I had no problems and everything was so clean and well taken care of!! Would definitely recommend for friend or family vacations!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Relax

Great home, everything nearby and great customer service whenever we had questions or request.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

brent l.

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

Great house and excellent location.

This house was perfect for what we needed- enough room to be together when we wanted to be and enough room to spread out. We had 6 adults and 4 kids. First thing is that the noise is unbelievably QUIET. That was a special treat. We never heard when people came downstairs or were cooking or anything. It was October so Destin is alot less packed than summer time but the neighborhood was very quiet. It made enjoying the deck and pool a delight. The carriage house was perfect for my parents to stay with us. The beds all got rave reviews which is a rarity for this group. The pool was the perfect size for us and the kids. It looks smaller in the pics. The walk to the beach is super easy- 2 blocks maybe? And you can walk to Publix or ride your bike. So convenient. Really the only drawback to the house for some may be that the top bunk room doesn’t have its own bath so kids have to come down 2 flights to use the half bath or use one of the en-suite baths on the second floor. Depending on your family situation that may be an issue. Since October isn’t the heat of the summer, the temperature in the bunk room was fine using the portable AC unit with the regular AC but I can imagine that in the height of the summer that room might be too hot for some to sleep. Overall though we would definitely go back, no question. It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger G.

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

Perfect

Beautiful house as advertised. Had enough space for our vacation of 11 people which included 6 adults, 4 kids ages 2,4,5 & 8 and one 17 yr old. Every one enjoyed the house the kids loved playing in the pool and with the toys out in the pool box. Short walk to the beach, we did take a wagon so wasn't bad for the 2 yr. Overall great place, would go back for sure. Host was very quick to respond when we had ac problem but ended up just being a tripped breaker so all was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frieda B.

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

This property was perfect for us with our children and grandchildren who are all under the age of 8.

Everything was as promised on the listing. We had plenty of space for everyone. The kids loved the Pirate room on the 3rd floor. The pool was a special treat as some days it was too windy to be at the beach. We used it morning, noon and night. It is within walking distance of many shops and restaurants. The walk to the beach was easy for all of us. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Perfect house for a group!

Can’t say enough great things about this house. Location was perfect, close walk to the beach and nearby restaurants and stores. House setup was great, everyone had plenty of their own space for sleeping and having 5 bathrooms was awesome. Common areas were ideal for sharing meals, playing games, and hanging out. Can’t beat having your own pool too! Super clean and hosts were very communicative. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Craven

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English