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Welcome to Skipper's Escape, a Crystal Beach home that embodies the coastal vibe. Unwind in the sparkling clean private pool, large cabana and carriage house or stroll to the nearby beach access just 3 houses away.

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Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool

Summary:

Enjoy This Charming Coastal Home with Guest Cottage in Crystal Beach! Just a Short 2 Minute Walk to the Beach. Fresh Paint Throughout, Updated Furnishings!



The Space:

Welcome to Skipper's Escape!



Luxurious Interior Painting Updates! New Furnishings/Bedding! Patio and Pool Area Facelift, New Lounge Chairs!



Enjoy Crystal Beach in style. Fun and coastal atmosphere at "Skipper's Escape" on Shirah Street in Destin! Take full advantage of the sparkling clean private pool, large cabana and carriage house, fully stocked kitchen and other excellent amenities for your home away from home while on vacation! Oh, and did we mention you're just 3 houses back from the beach access? Convenience and location are a MUST!



Upon entry into the main house, guests will find a well appointed living room with a 55" plasma screen TV, cozy furniture and you can let the sweeping Florida breezes blow through your front door. The open floor plan leads to a fully equipped and newly remodeled kitchen, dining seating for 8 guests, a breakfast nook table for 2 and 2 additional built in bar seats. On the first floor of the main house, there are sleeping arrangement for 4. The oversized sectional sofa in the living room converts to a sleeper, queen sized, for 2 guests. There is also a King Suite with Private Bath and dedicated porch access on this floor. Extra spacious and convenient for the very best first impressions!



On the second floor of the main house, sleeping arrangements include: Master King Suite with Private Bath (jacuzzi tub and private balcony access with gulf views) and a queen sleeper sofa for the kids, a Queen bedroom with private bath and private porch/balcony access, and a bunk room with a twin/full bunk. The bunkroom uses a full bathroom in the hallway.



Up on the third floor, guests get the ultimate gulf views through the loft with two separate decks/balconies for sipping your morning coffee or sipping an evening cocktail.



As you venture across the courtyard area and around the pool, enter the carriage house for additional sleeping arrangements for 6. Crash for the night in either the King bedroom or the bunk area with 1 full/full bunks. Both bedrooms use the full bathroom in the carriage house. What's even better is the kitchenette with full refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, large wall mounted TV and bar sink.



Weddings and Events – All weddings/events must be pre-approved by Beach Reunion. A $1,500.00 event fee is required for any wedding or event. In addition, a $1000 refundable deposit is required for ALL weddings. Please note tents and canopies are not allowed on private beach due to HOA regulations. *Weddings/Events held on the beach in coordination with a stay at this home must obtain the separate permit through Okaloosa county in addition to the $750 Beach Reunion event fee.





BEACH ACCESS: The beach access for this property is just at the end of the street, a short 5 minute walk!



Spring Break and Summer during Saturday to Saturday*



* All renters must be 25 and older with the exception of children in families. College/Student groups are NOT allowed.



* HOA has strict 5 car parking policy. If you have vehicles that cannot fit properly in the driveway of the home, please contact the office.



WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT THE AMENITIES

Beach Towels: Starting March 15th, 12 luxurious, oversized beach towels will be provided during your stay at Skipper's Escape

BEACH CHAIRS: Complimentary beach service is offered for our summer season, March - October annually. Service includes 2 chairs and 1 umbrella set up daily on the beach from 9 AM-5 PM! * Set up daily starting the day after arrival *

Electric Street-Legal Golf Cart Rentals: Beach Reunion offers 6 seat lithium battery Golf Carts for $100 a day. We offer a 10% discount to our guests. We have 2024 models and charging stations at the houses. Book your golf cart at BRLSV.com

Pool Heat: From October 1st - May 1st, the private pool can be heated for an additional $50/day or $350/week. Pool heat must be purchased for the entire stay.

VayKLife (Beach Equipment): You will receive up to $245 credit (based on length of stay) toward complimentary beach gear when you book this Beach Reunion home! Browse and select available gear to include paddleboards, kayaks, bikes, umbrellas and beach lounge chairs. All gear will be delivered upon arrival and picked up upon departure. Maximize your vacation time by setting up your rental equipment needs before you even leave the house!

Margarita Machines: Beach Reunion proudly partners with Firefighter Margaritas to offer commercial frozen margarita machines for rent (additional fee). Enjoy restaurant-quality frozen drinks or virgin slushies poolside or at the beach—perfect for family vacations, weddings, retreats, and group gatherings.

Amenities: Each home will include a starter supply of the following amenities: Bathrooms: Massage Body Bar, Body Lotion, Shampoo, Conditioner, and Hand/Body Bar. Kitchen: Dish Sponge, Dishwasher Tablets, Liquid Dish Soap, and Laundry Tablets.

*Once this supply is used, you are responsible for providing your own items.



House Layout:



First Floor (Sleeps 4)

Living Room With Queen Sized Sleeper Sofa (Sleeps 2)

Kitchen

Dining Room (Seats 8)

Breakfast Nook

Half Bath

King Suite with Private Bathroom



Second Floor (Sleeps 10)

Master King Suite with Private Bathroom and Queen Sleeper Sofa (Sleeps 4)

Queen Suite with Private Bathroom (Sleeps 2)

Bunk Room with 2 Twin/Full Bunks (Sleeps 4)

Full Shared Hallway Bathroom



Carriage House ( Sleeps 6)

King Bedroom (Sleeps 2)

Bunk Nook with Full/Full Bunk (Sleeps 4)

Full Shared Hallway Bathroom

Kitchenette

Concierge Services



Our concierge can assist with golf, dining, water sports, fishing trips and other recommendations prior to your visit or during your stay. Make the most of your vacation in the Panhandle!





CHECK IN 2:00 PM (CT) | CHECK OUT 9:00 AM (CT)



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the home! About 3 to 5 days prior to guests arrival date an email for check-in will be sent to the email address on file. The email will contain everything about the home and information needed during your stay. All homes are keyless entry with a code made specific for each guest. All homes are self check-in. Standard check in time is at 3pm. We ask that guests do not attempt to go to the property unless given access before 3pm.



The Neighborhood:

A quick walk from the sugar white sandy shore, the luxurious “Skippers Escape” vacation rental home is situated in a dynamic beach community of Crystal Beach. You are close to the large outdoor shopping mall The Destin Commons. You are a short walk to a few quaint eateries and never far from the action.



Getting Around:

With this home being so close to shopping and dinning, walking, renting bikes through coastal cruisers or golf carts, which we do offer rentals through our company will have you out and about seeing all the sites!



Private Beach Access: ONSITE

Nearest Airport: Destin - FWB Airport (VPS) 25 Miles

Restaurants: 0.2 Miles

Bar/Winery: 0.2 Miles

Shops: 0.2 Miles



Other Things to Note:

Beach Reunion Amenities



You will receive up to $245 credit (based on length of stay) toward complimentary beach gear when you book this Beach Reunion home! Browse and select available gear to include paddleboards, kayaks, bikes, umbrellas and beach lounge chairs. All gear will be delivered upon arrival and picked up upon departure. Maximize your vacation time by setting up your rental equipment needs before you even leave the house



All linens and bath towels are provided. Please provide your own beach/pool towels.



Starter set of supplies. We will get you started and you take it from there! *Includes toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, and dishwashing liquid.



Fully stocked kitchen! It’s like cooking at your own home! This beach house will have everything you need and more.



Propane Provided for Private Gas Grill



Interaction with Guests:

We love to communicate with our guests, if you`re having a great time soWith our offices open 7 days a week, it makes it easy to get in touch with us for all your vacation needs! Our office hours are 9am to 5pm central time. You can get in contact with us either by email or phone!



We do ask that within the first 24 hours of your arrival to your home, if you find anything that needs the services of our housekeeping staff members or our maintenance team members that you notify us here at the office directly. We like to ensure that everything during your stay with us is held to high standards, so if anything unforeseen does arise, we want to quickly dispatch the right people as soon as possible! We want you to enjoy your vacation and stay with us and not delay any of your time! are we!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

When Booking Through AirBnB, you are Agreeing to the Terms and Conditions of Beach Reunion as seen below: This agreement is between Beach Reunion, ...

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 Dogs Max Under 25 LBS; $400 Fee Per Pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
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

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About the area

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Visit our Destin travel guide
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach
    Miramar Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin Commons
    Destin Commons
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin_EmeraldCoastCentre_553248621558039131_04
    Emerald Coast Centre
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park showing a sandy beach and tranquil scenes
    Henderson Beach State Park
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    10 min walk
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    15 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    12 min walk
  • LongHorn Steakhouse
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Miramar Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Emerald Coast Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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Skipper's Escape | Tail-Wagging Approved | Private Pool Reviews

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8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great. Very close to the beach. Owner was very accommodating with our flight times. House had plenty of room for the whole extended family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

M C.

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

Perfect for family stay

We stayed for spring break. We had 9 adults and 5 kids. The house was perfect with a perfect location. The house came with a golf cart which was a nice perk. It would have been a lot better if the pool was heated because the spring temps at night it was cold and the ocean was cold. You could pay to have the pool heated but wasn't sure the cost was worth it. The communication from Beach Reunion was absolutely great. I would not hesitate to stay here or in any of their properties.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jan C.

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

Destin birthday blast

13 out of 17 family members made the trip to celebrate my husband and my 70th birthday. The house size and location, pool and spacious open floor plan were a huge plus. We had several issues with the house and pool but they were corrected quickly by Beach Reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea H.

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

Thanksgiving

Overall we loved the location, space and pool. Check in was smooth. House is nice but could use some upgrades. We were unable to watch tv in the living room. Trash can in kitchen was not emptied the one you pull out. Door handles need to be fixed on some of the doors as well as a kitchen cabinet door. Minor adjustments to the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We had a slight problem at the cabana house and Beach Rental moved us within an hour and half after us contacting them. This is the time my entire family of 14 of us get together and enjoy down time and family time. We had a great vacation and made plenty of memories.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob D.

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

Loved our stay.

Would book this property again. Great location, plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam L.

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

Awesome experience

We all loved the house the space and just everything about it very much! We felt at home while staying there.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

House is nice , close to the beach, but very limited space at the closest public beach access,

It was easy to rent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lexie J.

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

Very convenient

House had plenty of room for a group of people, great location to the beach, very quickly with responding back to my questions. Housekeeping could do a better job but over all we had a wonderful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen R.

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

Excellent

The truth is that the property met our expectations. Excellent location, just a 3 min walk from the beach, close to Walmart, gas station, restaurants. The property very spacious, clean, everything you need for the stay. I recommend it 💯
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Anna V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs updates

This home is in a great location. Short walk to beach. There were definitely some updates that this home needs. We had issues with the pool heater for 1/2 of our trip. So had to call and get someone out there to fix it. Overall Destin was a great place to vacation. Wouldn’t recommend this home if you’re looking for luxurious or super clean. Just needs updates and the furniture was quite worn. Beds were comfortable though.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

dan h.

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

Nice

Great location. Efficient home. Wi-Fi could not handle the number of guests. But it worked for our 20
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Jane J.

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

Great location, disappointed in cleanliness and maintenance issues

When we arrived we needed every single sleeping space which included the pull out couches. Looked in every closet and there were no sheets or blankets to be found for the pullouts. Ended up purchasing our own. There wasn’t enough towels or wash cloths either. Again we purchased our own. The water heater was/had been leaking for several days/weeks prior to our arrival. Called to report it and a couple days later I heard back. There was black mold on the walls. All the pool toys had to be thrown away because of black mold. The maintenance man who did come said this should have been taken care of weeks prior since it had been leaking. Several door knobs were loose and some vanity cabinet doors fell off when they were opened. The yard needed to be cleaned if weeds and bushes needed trimmed up. There were some dirty towels/wash cloths left hanging over the shower curtains upon our arrival. Overall not impressed by the cleanliness of the house or the general maintenance of the house and yard. We did like the layout and flow of the house and the private pool was a definite plus. Location was absolutely perfect for going to the beach as it was just a short walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022