Close to Destin Commons, Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage provides amenities such as a water park. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is a local Destin company and we take great measures to ensure every aspect of the home and your stay is as perfect as can be. We make sure this home is clean, well-maintained and ready for you to enjoy. Unlike other hosts, who may be hundreds of miles away, our office is right here in the neighborhood – so if anything breaks down while you're staying, our staff is close by to take care of it! We're happy to answer any questions before you book and we're available during your stay.
An ideal home for 4-5 couples or 2-3 families with children - we sleep up to 10 people.
As our guest, you'll enjoy PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS which includes 2 chairs and 1 umbrella set up for you each day of your stay. It's a hassle-free beach experience - enjoy the beach in this separate area, away from the public beach crowds! Your entire group can also set up other chairs behind the rental chairs in this private beach area. You can rent additional chairs/umbrellas, as available. (March-October 2025)
Luxurious and comfortable single-level home Beautifully updated, modern kitchen Dining area seats all 10 guests Separate carriage house with King bed, Queen Murphy Bed, Full Bath Large, private backyard pool Outdoor dining and grilling areas Separate fenced lawn - great for children or dogs Large garage Inviting front porch with swing Gas fireplace for cooler months Tankless water heater
4 Bedrooms and 3 Full Bathrooms 1 King Bedroom Suite with private ensuite bath 2 King Bedrooms with shared bathroom 1 King Bedroom Suite in Carriage House with private ensuite bath 1 Murphy Bed in King Bedroom Suite in Carriage House
Additional amenities include: Free Wi-Fi TVs in all bedrooms and 50” Smart TV in living area Fluffy white bath towels and a hair dryer in each bathroom High chair and pack-n-play Washer & dryer Iron and ironing board Kitchenette in the carriage house Beach cart with 4 beach chairs & umbrella Cleaning products, trash bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind beach vacation in this beautifully remodeled one-story beach cottage. This spacious home sleeps up to 10 guests in luxurious comfort with FOUR KING bedrooms and a QUEEN Murphy bed. The home and separate Carriage House surround the large private pool and spacious outdoor areas - creating an inviting stone courtyard - great for relaxing days by the pool and outdoor dining and entertaining. It's like being in your own private resort.
MAIN HOUSE: You'll appreciate the thoughtful design and attention to detail throughout this home, which features a gorgeous open living area with shiplap walls and beamed ceilings. The space centers around the whitewashed brick gas fireplace which is available for guests to use in cooler months. Make yourself comfortable on the large leather sectional and chairs to enjoy your favorite programs on the 50-inch Smart TV.
The remodeled kitchen is simply stunning - featuring a farmhouse sink, leathered granite counters, and stainless appliances - even a wine fridge. You'll find professional cookware, beautiful new bone china, and carefully selected flatware, utensils and plenty of glassware. There's a toaster, blender and a new Bonavita Coffee Maker in the main house, plus a Keurig in the carriage house. An additional refrigerator in the garage is helpful when you're serving a crowd! The open dining area seats up to 8, with room for 3 more at the kitchen island.
BEDROOM #1 - King Bedroom Suite This is a spacious bedroom with beautiful hardwood floors and direct access to the private pool through French doors. Featuring an elegant KING BED and bedside tables with pendant lights, this room has additional space to relax with a stylish bench and a comfortable chair. You'll have your own flat screen TV too. Custom draperies let you close off the sleeping area for additional privacy from the door to the pool.
Bathroom #1 - Ensuite to King Bedroom Suite This well-appointed full bathroom features a double vanity with individual mirrors, commode, and beautiful walk-in tile shower.
BEDROOM #2 - King Bedroom with shared bathroom This bedroom features a KING BED, beautiful hardwood floors and a beamed ceiling. There are two bedside tables with storage and pendant lighting. You'll appreciate your own Smart TV in this space too. Guests share the full bathroom with Bedroom # 3 guests.
BEDROOM #3 - King Bedroom with shared bathroom This bedroom also features a KING BED, beautiful hardwood floors and a beamed ceiling. There's a Smart TV here so you can enjoy your favorite programs. Guests share the full bathroom with Bedroom # 3 guests.
Bathroom #2 - Full bathroom Shared by guests in the King Bedrooms, this well-appointed bathroom features a single vanity, commode and tub/shower combination.
CARRIAGE HOUSE:
BEDROOM #4 - King Bedroom with Murphy Bed and ensuite bathroom The beautifully updated poolside Carriage House offers luxury and privacy with a KING BED and a QUEEN MURPHY BED. We chose this Murphy Bed for our guests because it has a real bed mattress (not like a folding sleeper sofa.) Best of all, you can just step out to the pool and courtyard. It's a perfect spot for couples or even a small family.
There's a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, Keurig coffee maker, sink and mini-fridge. And to complete this beautiful space - your own private ensuite bathroom.
Bathroom #3 - Full Bathroom - Carriage House It's a private ensuite for Carriage House guests - and so convenient when you're spending time by the pool. This bathroom features a large vanity, commode and beautiful walk-in shower.
PRIVATE POOL AND OUTDOOR SPACE: The private pool is one of the largest in the area -- it's 15' x 31' and surrounded by an expansive stone patio with plenty of seating options. You can lounge by the pool, or find a shady covered spot to read or enjoy your meals at the outdoor dining table. With access from the main house and the carriage house - this space is the perfect gathering spot for your group and the extra tall fence makes it even more private. Home exits to the pool have safety alarms, and pool heat is available for an extra fee.
Grill Masters will appreciate the large built-in grill with extra prep area. It's natural gas - so no running out of propane in the middle of grilling. The covered dining area is perfect for enjoying meals poolside. There's also a separate fenced grass lawn -- a great place for children or dogs to play!
PET FRIENDLY We are pet friendly and welcome your dogs in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner.
GREAT BEACH LOCATION Destin has the most amazing white sand beaches and the nearest public beach access is just a block away at Pompano Street! We provide a cart with beach chairs and an umbrella, so you can roll your gear to the beach with ease. This home is in the heart of Crystal Beach, a quiet, walkable neighborhood with white picket fences and easy access to shopping, restaurants and activities in Destin. You can bicycle, scooter, Jet ski and go parasailing in the area. The Silver Sands Outlet mall is not far for those who enjoy “retail therapy”!
🚗 Optional Golf Cart Rental Available! Make getting around even easier during your stay. Golf carts can be rented for as little as 2 days or for the full week, and will be delivered directly to the property—ready for you upon arrival. Please note: renter must have a valid driver's license and active auto insurance to operate the golf cart.
OFF-STREET PARKING There's a 3-car garage and a large driveway. The home can accommodate up to 8 vehicles, depending on size. There is no on-street parking allowed in Destin.
🏡 House Rules for Keystone Sea Ranch Rental Agreement and Security Verification: Must be signed within 48 hours of booking. Occupancy: Max 10 guests allowed. Age Requirement: Primary guest must be 25+ and stay for the full trip. Pets: Dog-friendly with prior approval and $300 pet fee per dog. Limit 1–2 dogs. No other pets allowed. No Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside the home or carriage house. Parking: Up to 8 vehicles allowed (depending on size). Use driveway and garage only. No street parking. Private Beach Access: Includes 2 chairs and 1 umbrella set up daily (March–October). Additional rentals available. Golf Cart Use: Complimentary beach cart provided. Please treat it with care. Pool Safety: Swim at your own risk. No glass near the pool. Pool heating available for an extra fee. Towels & Linens: Keep bath towels indoors. Place used towels in the laundry area before departure. Outdoor Spaces: Respect outdoor furniture, and clean the gas grill after use. Trash: Bag all trash and place it in outdoor bins before checkout.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 2,200 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Destin travel guide
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K
14 min walk
Crab Trap Destin
14 min walk
El Jalisco Destin
15 min walk
Miller's Ale House
15 min walk
Sonic Drive-In
13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage?
As of 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage on 27 June 2026 start from AU$4,002, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Carriage House~Private Beach Access~Private Pool~Pet Friendly~Beach Cottage located?
This family-friendly Destin holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
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Stayed for the week over spring break with my family including our two labrador retrievers. The property had plenty of room, kitchen was stocked with everything we could need, and the heated pool was perfect. Proximity to the beach was an easy walk and the wagon and beach chairs came in handy for the beach days!
Excellent location and amenities. Had a minor issue with pool and electronic window shades but property management very responsive. Would hope to stay here again
This three bedroom home was perfect for our daughters and their families (including grand dogs)! And the pool house was great for my husband and I and our dog. The property is completely fenced, with a separate grassy area for pets. The rental company was very responsive to our requests. Short walk to the beach and a little restaurant that served breakfast, lunch and dinner. Would definitely stay again!
The house was well appointed and welcoming. There was even a birthday card left for my 95 year old mother, which was appreciated. The two boys loved the pool and there was room for everyone, with easy beach access. There was a miscommunication about company but it is what it is. Everyone had a good time.
This is a very nice home for one or more families to stay. Wonderful areas to gather in the kitchen / living room area and a nice covered dining area by the pool where we spent a lot of time. The kitchen was wonderful with a gas stovetop, modern appliances, and ample utensils / cookware. The layout of the bedrooms allowed private space for everyone. The house is located in downtown Destin near many popular restaurants and activities. A short walk to a private reserved area of beach (which I found meaningless because it was VERY crowded and loud with often not too considerate people playing music too loud). We had a great week there. Loved the house but prefer the 30a area of beach more for overall atmosphere and quiet enjoyment.
Great house just as shown on the website. We had plenty of space and the pool was great. Easy to get to off the Bay Bridge into Destin and close to lots of restaurants and shopping.
House is beautiful and private. Pool is fantastic. Proximity to the beach is great. Plenty of room for 2 families to have a great vacation. Shops and restaurants are just blocks away. Couldn’t ask for a better vacation home.
This house is beautiful! The level of service offered by Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals is top notch. They went above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied, even after hours! The house was spotless, very well appointed, and such a great location! We will definitely be back!
Nice home with nice backyard for pets. Very clean with a well equipped kitchen. Very accommodating cottage house for privacy with access thru garage. Nice garage space. Convenient to food and shopping. Three beach accesses available. Pricing was appropriate.
Space was great especially for giving guests without children privacy! Carriage house was adorable!! Photos and posted information were accurate. Tons of spices and storage containers for food since we cooked in. High-end appliances. Small issue with the pool heat but they addressed it quickly. Turned out it was the first week of spring break, so not quite as family oriented as we expected :)
This house was really a dream come true, is actually even better than what the pictures can show… clean, modern, great organization, the kitchen was perfect for our big group… The location is also very good just 1 block from the beach and is one of the best beaches… Only issues we had was that the fireplace stopped working and for us it was still pretty cold when we asked the cs said is because of the weather getting warmer well for us 50-60 was not warm and also the pool, we paid additionally for the heater and it didnt work too well pool was usually more cold than warm so not worth the extra pay…apart from that I completely recommend staying here :)
Our stay at Crystal Beach was absolutely wonderful. Accommodations were even better than described if you can imagine that! We arrived late on a Saturday and after a long drive the house was so welcoming. The lights were on, and we were able to get in easily. The house was spotless, the pool was lovely and we had paid the extra to heat it which the kids LOVED! Late that night we walked to the beach which was even closer than expected, and saw crabs! We were able to spend time every day at the beach and the kids were in the pool non-stop as well. We highly recommend this spot and will stay again if we return to Destin. You will not be disappointed.
The location and private pool were the absolute best. Walking distance to the beach, was great to pop back and forth for morning jogs and sunset walks. The house was beautiful and clean. The only minor issues we had were the wi-fi didn’t work in the bedrooms no matter what we tried. The master bedroom serves as the main walk way from the outdoor pool area to the kitchen/ living rooms/2 bedrooms. Otherwise you needed to maneuver a heavy wooden door with a tall latch and then the 9 digit code to get in the front door. Not ideal for kids. This was not a huge deal, it just meant naps and privacy weren’t amazing, but we made it work. Wish the place had some extra blankets. Minor things. The host was attentive when the pool needed to be cleaned, fast and kind response. Overall great place, highly recommend.
Everything is just as shown on listing. Being that we traveled by plane, we didn't bring a lot of things that you take for granted vacationing in a house. This house had everything except beach towels, which is noted in the listing. Previous visitors have left many spices, etc to pay if forward as did we. There were beach and pool toys in the garage, again, not promised by owner, but were there. The pool is larger than just about any private pool in the area, it has a ton of parking and the AC works great. We have stayed at many places that the ac struggles in July. I can't say anything negative about this property. I saw lot of properties that had golf carts, one would be nice, but more as a novelty. There is no need for a golf cart to visit the beach, its like 300' away, and I honestly wouldn't go grocery shopping for 8 people with a golf cart. Maybe for a quick snack. Overall, couldn't ask for more. Maybe if prices were back to they were pre covid :)
Everyone we dealt with at Sugar Palm made our stay a genuine pleasure. They addressed any concerns we had in a professional manner and kept us well informed when there was a little glitch with our arrival day due to a problem with the house. Very nice home and the pool was awesome as we were in it for an hour or more almost every day.
My family and I loved our stay here! So close to the beach, restaurants, shopping, and activities. The house was so clean and beautifully decorated. Excellent experience!!
This property was perfect for our two families. Plenty of space, nicely decorated and well stocked. In fact, this was one of the most well stocked properties we've stayed at. The pool area and carriage house was a great place for our teens to hang out. We even hung out in the spacious garage one rainy afternoon playing games. We really appreciated having the extra fridge in the garage too! The property location was great, only a block or so from the beach. We could walk to some restaurants. And the beach service was key! We never had to fight for a space at the beach. It was already there waiting for us. The beach service was actually a deciding factor in renting this place. Kudos to the owners! We hope to be back someday.