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Steps to Beach! | Arcade Game Room, Pool + Hot Tub | Calico Scallop by AvantStay

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Get ready for your ideal getaway!
Relax and unwind on the comfortable loungers by the sparkling pool.
Spacious living room featuring ample seating, a large TV, and a variety of board games for endless entertainment.
Enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the hot tub.
Garage features a putting green area, arcade games, cornhole and a ping pong table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Destin, Florida
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • James Lee Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 (Carriage House)

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Ensuite Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom 5 (Carriage House)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to Beach! | Arcade Game Room, Pool + Hot Tub | Calico Scallop by AvantStay

Welcome to Calico Scallop, a vibrant and stylish home just steps from Crystal Beach Park. This chic haven combines modern design with endless amenities, offering a perfect group getaway for those looking to make the most of their Destin vacation.

Step into a world of beautifully designed interiors, where vibrant pops of color meet modern, chic decor. The living room features cozy seating, a smart TV, and bookshelves filled with thoughtful accents and games. Whip up your favorite dishes in the fully equipped kitchen, complete with stunning cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances, and enjoy meals in the sunlit dining area.

Inside, you’ll find not one but two fun game areas. The upstairs lounge is equipped with a foosball table, shuffleboard, and plush seating to gather for friendly competition. Head to the game garage for even more fun, featuring a turf putting green, ping pong table, arcade games, and cornhole.

The home offers five bedrooms, four in the main house and one in the charming carriage house. One bedroom has 2 sets of twin bunks, and one bedroom has a king with a twin daybed and pullout trundle, while all other beds in the home are king. With five full bathrooms, everyone will enjoy convenience and privacy.

Step outside to soak up the Florida sunshine, where a private pool awaits for refreshing swims and poolside relaxation. Lounge on the comfortable deck chairs under the swaying palm trees or slip into the hot tub to unwind after a day of beach adventures. When golden hour hits, fire up the grill for an evening BBQ.

Located just steps from Crystal Beach Park, Calico Scallop offers unbeatable proximity to the emerald waters of the Gulf Coast. Spend your days lounging on the sugar-white sands or exploring nearby shops and restaurants. Afterward, retreat to the home’s private balconies to enjoy a quiet moment and take in the coastal breeze.

With its playful game areas, luxurious outdoor amenities, and thoughtfully designed interiors, Calico Scallop is more than just a vacation rental—it’s your home away from home. Whether you're here for family fun, a friends' getaway, or a special celebration, this Destin gem promises an unforgettable stay.

Book your stay at Calico Scallop today and discover the ultimate beachside escape!

Located in Northwest Florida, Destin is dubbed the “world's luckiest fishing village.” This Emerald Coast city is known for its sparkling white beaches, numerous golf courses, and world-famous fishing. Nearby zipline courses, dolphin cruises, and amusement parks make it a perfect destination for families. Adults and large groups also come here for beach parties during the day and live music at night.

Local Attractions: Destin Commons, Silversands Outlets, Crab Island, Dolphin Tours, Charter Offshore Fishing, Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park, Crackings, Louisiana Lagniappe, Jackacuda’s Seafood + Sushi

Home Truths:
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Pool heat is a paid feature and must be requested 24-48 hours before the day of check-in.
- Pool heat will not be available for the summer months (April 1 - October 31).

Parking Details:
- Parking for vehicles is limited to the driveway boundary only. No vehicles shall be parked on any streets, sidewalks, lawns, or vacant lots. Violations of the parking policy will result in towing at the owner's expense, without notice. This policy is strictly enforced to ensure that emergency vehicles have clear access through the streets at all times.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / King bed
Bedroom 3 / King bed
Bedroom 4 / 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 5 (Carriage House) / King bed, Twin bed with a trundle

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property manager

AvantStay
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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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
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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

About the area

Destin

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade.
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Destin, Florida

What's nearby

  • Henderson Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Destin Commons - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • James Lee Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Beach! | Arcade Game Room, Pool + Hot Tub | Calico Scallop by AvantStay have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Steps to Beach! | Arcade Game Room, Pool + Hot Tub | Calico Scallop by AvantStay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Steps to Beach! | Arcade Game Room, Pool + Hot Tub | Calico Scallop by AvantStay located?

This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Henderson Beach State Park and Destin Commons are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Fun and relaxing

The property was well maintained and had many options for the children and adults to have fun. Any questions or concerns that we had were easily communicated to the management team who quickly answered and resolved everything. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests