🏖️🌴 Stunning Emerald Sky Retreat: Gulf Views, Private Balcony

Situated steps away from the soft sands and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico, our cozy 1-bed beachfront condo is your next gateway to paradise!
Imagine stepping out onto your private patio, where you can sip on a refreshing bevvy at the outdoor dining table, then take a few steps to feel the sand between your toes and enjoy the
beach! Ah yes, this is the life! Plus, our 600 sq. ft. interior space boasts a smart HDTV with Roku, air conditioning, and lightning-fast 500 Mbps Wi-Fi!.

Property Summary

For those looking to escape the cold and embrace the sun, with miles of pristine shoreline right at your footsteps, “Dolphin View” is THE place to be! Picture yourself waking up each morning to the soothing sound of waves crashing gently on the shore, as the crisp scent of sea salt fills the air and the warm sunlight pours in, signalling the start of another perfect beach day.

Once you enter our condo, you’ll find modern furnishings and coastal décor that capture the essence of the ocean. And of course, the windows showcase panoramic views of the sparkling Gulf, seamlessly integrating its breathtaking beauty into your living space.

But that’s not all, there is a multitude of fun and engaging activities to partake in at the property and in the surrounding area – making our home the ultimate destination for professionals, couples, and small groups seeking a coastal escape:

✓ Start your morning on the right note with a fresh cup of coffee made from the Keurig, then step out to the private patio to catch the sunrise.

✓ Get set for a sizzling BBQ experience at the communal garden, complete with charcoal BBQ grills, grilling tools, and a picnic table perfect for enjoying your savory creations!

✓ In the evenings, sink into the plush couch, grab a bowl of popcorn, and enjoy a movie night with access to Netflix and live cable channels for a cozy movie night in.

✓ Good Times Rentals is your one-stop shop to rent a golf cart or bicycle. Explore exciting destinations such as Henderson Beach State Park (~4-minutes).

✓ Get ready to test your swing at Kelly Plantation Golf Club – stretching over 7,000 yards along the scenic Choctawhatchee Bay, featuring lush forests and wetlands (~10-minute drive).

✓ Feel your adrenaline pumping as you race high-speed go-karts on a NASCAR-style track or take on the off-road sand course in two-seater dune buggies at Destin Raceway & Dune Buggy’s (5-minute drive).

✓ Ready for a night out? Head to Club LA in Destin, Florida, where you can catch live performances from national touring acts, enjoy drinks from 2 full bars, play pool or ping pong, and experience an energetic atmosphere in a 600-capacity venue built for music lovers (5-minute drive).

Kitchen and Local Restaurants

Venture into the fully equipped kitchen when hunger strikes, where you'll be greeted by sleek countertops, bountiful cabinet space, and an impressive array of tools and appliances, all designed to help you create delectable, mouth-watering dishes with ease. Whether you need to prepare breakfast, lunch or dinner, we’ve got you covered with our amenities and starter pack of essentials:

✓ Refrigerator

✓ Microwave, oven and stove

✓ Pots and pans

✓ Oil, salt and pepper

✓ Toaster

✓ Blender

✓ Plates, bowls, cups, and glasses

✓ Knife set and cutting board

✓ Paper towel

✓ Cooking spoon, spatula and other utensils

✓ Dishwasher with dishwashing tablets

Should you decide to dine out, treat your tastebuds to a wide range of international cuisines – all of which are within a 10–15-minute walk, drive or uber ride away. Tempting options await, including:

★ Pazzo Italiano: Serves authentic Italian cuisine, with popular dishes including Pappardelle Dello Chef—egg pasta with Italian sausage, porcini mushrooms, and a creamy smoked Gouda sauce, the Napoletano Calzone filled with ricotta cheese, mozzarella, tomato sauce, salami, and basil, and the Nutella Calzone, a dessert featuring melted chocolate and hazelnut in a warm fire-wood calzone.

★ Dat Burrito Place: Serves Mexican cuisine, with popular dishes including the Cali Burrito—steak, fries, cheese, sour cream, and guacamole— the Rolled Quesadilla, and the Street Tacos.

★ Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill: Offers American cuisine with popular dishes such as Gator Tail a La Fud from locally sourced alligator, Shrimp & Grits with Bacon Jam, Shrimp and Cajun sausage served over creamy cheddar cheese grits topped with signature bacon jam, and the "Original" Fudburger.

★ Evie Mae's Pit Barbecue: Specializes in Texas-style barbecue, featuring popular items like sliced or chopped brisket, St. Louis trimmed spare ribs, and smoked turkey breast.

★ Domo Izakaya: Serves Japanese cuisine, with popular dishes including the Goku Ramen – a spicy miso-based ramen with pork belly, Beef Bulgogi Bowl – marinated beef served over rice, and Pork Gyoza—pan-fried dumplings.

★ Louisiana Lagniappe: Serves Gulf seafood with a Creole flair, featuring popular dishes like Grouper Almondine, Shrimp and Grits and Blackened Redfish.

★ Taste of India: Offers authentic Indian cuisine, with popular dishes including Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka, and Saag Paneer.


Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Sink into a restful sleep in the bedroom, complete with 3 cozy beds and a range of amenities crafted to ensure your utmost comfort and relaxation. Lay down on silky smooth bedsheets and rest your head on our plush pillows – effortlessly transporting you to a world of sweet dreams. With comfortable accommodations for up to 6 guests, our home features:

✓ A plush queen bed for a restful night's sleep

✓ A luxurious $5,000 Beautyrest pillow-top king mattress for ultimate comfort

✓ A spacious queen pull-out bed in the living room for extra sleeping space

✓ Chest of drawers

✓ Smart HDTV

✓ 1 bedside nightstand with a lamp

✓ Room darkening blinds


As the sunlight fades and the day winds down, treat yourself to a refreshing shower or relaxing bath in our spotless bathroom, equipped with a starter pack of bathroom essentials to ensure you feel refreshed:

✓ Hair dryer

✓ Shower gel

✓ Conditioner

✓ Sea Minerals & Blue Iris shampoo

✓ Fresh bath towels

✓ Toilet paper

✓ Makeup Wipes

Keep reading to learn more about our extra benefits and start planning your trip to Destin, Florida today!

✓ Outdoor Shower: After spending a day on the beach, return to the condo sand free using the outside shower to the rear of the building for no hassle clean up.

✓ Free Parking: Our apartment has 2 dedicated parking lots for you to safely park 1 vehicle upon arrival!

✓ Household Amenities: Our apartment is designed with your needs in mind, providing hangers, iron & ironing board, and air conditioning.

✓ Beach Service: Take advantage of complimentary beach service from March 1st to October 31st, with the unit perfectly situated within a secure, gated community.

Henderson Beach State Park (7-minute drive):

Henderson Beach State Park is a breathtaking tropical escape where soft, sugar-white sand meets the emerald-green waters of the Gulf. Stretching over 6,000 feet, the shoreline is framed by towering 30-foot sand dunes, sand pines, scrub oaks, and dune rosemary. As you wander along the scenic 0.7 mile nature trail, you’ll pass through coastal scrub teeming with wildlife, from scurrying gopher tortoises to colorful migratory birds.

If fishing is your thing, cast a line for redfish, pompano, catfish, or flounder right from the shore. Prefer to relax? Follow the wooden boardwalks to a perfect beach spot for sunbathing and swimming. For those who love camping, the park offers 60 peaceful sites tucked within the dunes, complete with modern amenities including air-conditioned & heated bathhouses, a playground, and boardwalks leading directly to the beach. Plus, shaded picnic pavilions and grills make it easy to enjoy a meal with a view, while a playground adds fun for kids.

The Track – Destin (7-minute drive):

The Track in Destin is the ultimate family playground packed with adrenaline-pumping action and fun for all ages. The main attraction is the Wild Woody – a jaw-dropping, 3-story elevated wooden track that sends drivers zooming through sharp turns and heart-racing drops over 1,200 feet long. If you're looking for classic go-karting fun, the Family Track offers a 1,000-foot figure-8 layout where you can race solo or with a partner in double karts.

For those craving a more unique experience, the Slick Track lets you glide through sharp corners with its special surface that’s perfect for drifting. Younger racers can get in on the action at the Rookie Track, designed for kids, or take a spin in the Kiddie Karts, perfect for the smallest drivers. But it’s not just about go-karts! The Track also features two themed miniature golf courses with fun challenges, Blaster Boats where you shoot water cannons at each other, and bumper cars for classic crash-filled fun.

And don’t miss out on the SkyFlyer and Hurricane 360 rides, designed to get your heart racing with high-speed spins and flips. Little ones will love the Kids Country, packed with rides like the Rio Grande Train, Carousel, and Ferris Wheel. The park also has an arcade with over 50 games, from interactive video games to classic pinball machines.

The Destin History & Fishing Museum (14-minute drive):

The Destin History & Fishing Museum offers an in-depth look at the area's storied past, from its beginnings as a small fishing village to its development into a popular tourist destination. The museum is home to over 75 fish mounts, including impressive catches like marlin, grouper, mahi-mahi, and cobia, all showcasing Destin’s rich fishing heritage.

One of the standout exhibits is the “Primrose,” Destin’s oldest surviving seine fishing boat, which gives visitors a glimpse into the region’s early fishing methods. The museum also displays antique fishing gear, vintage photographs, and artifacts detailing Destin’s evolution, with special attention given to the city’s roots as a fishing hub founded in the 1830s. Additional highlights include the original Destin Post Office and historical documents about local boat captains. For anyone interested in learning more about Destin’s maritime history, this museum is an essential stop.

The Destin Harbor Boardwalk (14-minute drive):

The Destin Harbor Boardwalk is a dynamic waterfront destination packed with activities, dining, and entertainment. One of the standout attractions is HarborWalk Village, home to popular restaurants like AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar and The Boathouse Oyster Bar, both offering fresh seafood with scenic harbor views. For water activities, you’ll have a wealth of opportunities where you can embark on dolphin-watching tours with Destin Dolphin Tours, go parasailing with Destin Watersports, or rent pontoon boats for a day on the water.

HarborWalk Adventures is an absolute must-visit, offering a thrilling 40-foot LED rock wall, zip-lining across the harbor with stunning views, a bungee trampoline experience, and a chance to test your balance on the freefall activity, making it perfect for adrenaline junkies. For something unique, check out Pirate Pearls, where you can shuck oysters to find hidden pearls, or challenge yourself at Gulf Coast Axe House with axe throwing. The boardwalk also hosts the Gulf Coast Escape Room for puzzle enthusiasts.

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park (18-minute drive):

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, nestled in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, spans 1,640 acres and features diverse ecosystems, including towering sand dunes reaching up to 25 feet, dense longleaf pine forests, and tranquil coastal dune lakes like Lake Campbell and Morris Lake. The park boasts an extensive network of over 10 miles of hiking trails, such as the Dune Trail and the Wetland Trail, which wind through these varied habitats, offering opportunities to observe unique wildlife, including the endangered Choctawhatchee beach mouse, gopher tortoises, and numerous bird species like red-shouldered hawks and ospreys.

For anglers, the park provides both freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities, with species such as bass, bream, catfish, redfish, and pompano available. Additionally, the park offers picnic areas, a swimming pool, and a tram service to the pristine beaches along the Gulf of Mexico.

Supermarkets and Shopping:

• Best Buy (0.6 miles) 3-minute drive
• Whole Foods Market (0.8 miles) 3-minute drive
• Publix Super Market at Paradise Key (1.2 miles) 5-minute drive
• Destin Commons (1.4 miles) 5-minute drive
• The Fresh Market (1.5 miles) 5-minute drive
• Walmart Supercenter (2.3 miles) 7-minute drive

Restaurants and Bars (all rated 4.5 stars and above):

• Pazzo Italiano Destin (0.8 miles) 4-minute drive
• Ruby Slipper (0.9 miles) 5-minute drive
• Dat Burrito Place (1.2 miles) 5-minute drive
• Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill (1.9 miles) 6-minute drive
• Evie Maes Pit Barbecue (4.1 miles) 8-minute drive
• Domo Izakaya (4.7 miles) 9-minute drive
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• Louisiana Lagniappe (4.7 miles) 9-minute drive
• Donut Hole Bakery and Café (4.9 miles) 11-minute drive
• Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House (5.3 miles) 11-minute drive
• Taste of India Destin (5.4 miles) 13-minute drive
• The Edge Seafood Restaurant & SkyBar (5.7 miles) 13-minute drive
• McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin (6.0 miles) 13-minute drive
• Azul Mexican Fusion (6.1 miles) 14-minute drive
• Dewey Destin's Seafood Restaurant (6.3 miles) 14-minute drive

Sightseeing and Top-Rated Attractions:

• James Lee Beach (131 feet) 1-minute walk
• Gator Beach - The World's Greatest Alligator Park (1.9 miles) 5-minute drive
• Henderson Beach State Park (2.3 miles) 7-minute drive
• The Track – Destin (3.0 miles) 7-minute drive
• Destin Parasailing (5.8 miles) 13-minute drive
• Buccaneer Pirate Cruise (6.0 miles) 14-minute drive
• Destin History & Fishing Museum (6.0 miles) 14-minute drive
• Destin Harbor Boardwalk (6.1 miles) 14-minute drive
• HarborWalk Village (6.1 miles) 14-minute drive
• AJ's Water Adventures (6.1 miles) 14-minute drive
• Crab Island (6.3 miles) 14-minute drive
• Topsail Hill Preserve State Park (9.9 miles) 18-minute drive
• Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park (11.1 miles) 19-minute drive

Check-in & Check-out: Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and check-out is at 9:00 AM.

✓ No Smoking: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the unit.

✓ Noise Ordinance: Destin, FL has a 10:00 PM noise ordinance—please be mindful of quiet hours.

✓ No Parties: Hosting parties inside the units is not allowed. Violating this policy may result in eviction and forfeiture of the remainder of your stay.

✓ No Pets: Unfortunately, pets are not permitted in the unit.

✓ Maximum Occupancy: The unit accommodates up to 6 guests, and this limit must be respected.