Tucked away in the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, The Salty Sandpiper is a 3-bedroom haven that invites you to unwind by the resort's Links Course, with views of Sandpiper Lake and glimpses of Choctawhatchee Bay. Take a golf cart ride to Jolee Island or rent kayaks at Baytowne Marina for an adventure-filled day.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6119 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart
Welcome to The Salty Sandpiperâyour serene retreat on the Bayside of SandestinÂŽ Golf and Beach Resort. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath Florida cottage offers views of Sandpiper Lake and glimpses of Choctawhatchee Bay, and itâs just a short golf cart ride to the beach, Baytowne Wharfâ˘, and marina. Whether you're craving a peaceful morning by the lake, a bike ride to the beach, or an adventure on the bay, this home offers the perfect base for your next Emerald Coast getaway.
Step into a relaxed, beach-inspired interior with soft neutral tones and coastal accents. The open living area features plush seating, Smart TV, and lake views, while the fully renovated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space, and a breakfast bar with seating for 4.
Primary Bedroom: King bed, TV, en suite bath with walk-in shower Guest Bedroom 1: King bed, TV Guest Bedroom 2: Two Twin beds, TV Guest Bath: Tub/shower combo, shared by guest rooms
Dining: Table for 6 + breakfast bar seating Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer
Outdoor Features: Peaceful patio with lake views Outdoor dining space
Complimentary golf cart for exploring the resort
Resort Perks: Beach Access: 5-minute golf cart ride to the Gulf Jolee Island: Nature trails and picnic spots Baytowne Marina: Rent kayaks, pontoons, paddleboards The Village of Baytowne Wharfâ˘: Dining, shopping, live music, zip line & more Golf: Play The Links, Baytowne, Raven, or Burnt Pine courses (fees apply) Tennis: Sandestin Tennis Center nearby (fees apply) Biking: Miles of scenic trails and tunnels throughout the resort
Additional Information: No Pets Allowed No Smoking Russell Vacation Rentals is not responsible for construction outside of managed properties
Sandestin Beach Access Update Effective May 1, 2025, Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort has implemented a paid parking policy for all vehicles, including golf carts, at the resortâs beach access point. The daily parking fee is $20, and guests will pay Sandestin directly for parking. Rental Agreement Requirement After booking confirmation, you will receive a Rental Agreement via email, sent as an E-Sign document with required signature fields. The Rental Agreement must be signed before your arrival instructions are released.
Property Details: 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home - Sleeps 6
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 Miramar Beach, this villa is near the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Sirens at the Beach. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Miramar Beach travel guide
Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Silver Sands Premium Outlets
2 min drive - 1.4 km
Miramar Beach
3 min drive - 2.5 km
Baytowne Wharf
4 min drive - 2.5 km
Sirens at the Beach
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
43 min drive
Restaurants
Bistrology
3 min drive
Ruby Slipper
6 min drive
Marina Bar And Grill
5 min drive
Dude & Meatball's
5 min drive
Rum Runners
6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart located?
This family-friendly Miramar Beach villa is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Miramar Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.
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Salty Sandpiper, Cottage at Sandestin, Golf Cart Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property matched the online description! It was updated with nice features and very clean. The property management company was very responsive and communicated well. We would stay here again!
Great communication from property listers! So helpful before and during our stay! Property was clean and a fun location. The golf cart was a must and so fun!
Holly P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nakeshian E.
3 July 2018
Very nice.
The property was very clean and quiet. It had everything we needed and more will book again.
We booked this house very last minute and it was everything we needed. The golf cart was a huge plus since we have two small children. Check-in and out was very easy.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacey B.
19 Apr 2019
Relaxing and comfy!
Love how easy this house is for a beach trip! Communication was great! House was in a great spot. Layout was perfect! I will rent again!
5 stars! Exactly as advertised. Beautiful,quiet location that had everything we needed for our stay. The golf cart was a plus! We enjoyed exploring the property and daily trips to the beach!
Everything was lovely...the beach house was the perfect size for us...the neighborhood was nice and quite and everyone was so kind...definitely will be booking here again...
My familyâs stay here was perfect. We loved that we had a pond behind us and the house was close to the Sandestin entrance. The golf cart was very convenient. I have stayed in many vacation rentals and this by far has the most kitchen appliances, utensils, cookware, etc. We will definitely return.
The house was very comfortable for our family of 5. The golf cart has an issue our first day but the management company handled it quickly and we used it the rest of the trip. Nice quiet neighborhood. We would recommend it.
The house was beautifully decorated in beach decor which is always fun and was immaculate! Golf cart was on the old side but useable. Russell management has always been very responsive and great to work with ! Great vacation house!! One suggestion and quite affordable would be to provide cushions on the outside patio furniture just for an extra amount of luxury! Would highly recommend this house!
Upon arrival the home was ready and for self checkin making it nice after a long 12hr drive. The house was beautifully decorated and clean it was very spacious for our family of 4 plus an extra guest. The home offered a golf cart making it nice to explore the nice resort community and the beach. The kitchen was stocked well with all the cooking items you need including a toaster, waffle maker, regular coffee pot and a keurig coffee maker. I would highly recommend this place and loved the house! We will definitely be back in the future.
Family of 5-great house and location. Easy ride across street to beach on golf cart. The property management was helpful when the golf cart stopped working mid-stay. That was a disappointment and I recommend replacing the golf cart. We missed not having it when it wouldnât hold the charge. Other than that, was a wonderful place to stay.
emjmapes ..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Shelby B.
13 Oct 2025
Nice villa and perfect location, needs a few updates.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Russell rentals was so good and easy to work with. Our Villa was beautiful and perfectly placed within the resort and had most everything we needed. What would make it perfect would be a new master bedroom mattress, my husband could not sleep much because it was so hard. The couches were very uncomfortable if you sat in them long enough. The other king bedroom didn't have working plug-ins beside the bed. And the golf cart most definitely needs to be upgraded; just one trip to the beach and back, you could feel it slow down tremendously, even though we charged it every evening. It was still nice to have though! There is ample room in the villa, and our master walk-in closet was HUGE! We hated to leave, but excited to sleep in our own bed and relax in our own recliners.
This place was awesome for our beach vacation. It was minutes from the beach and had everything you could need. The area was clean and everyone we met was friendly.
We enjoyed staying at this property. The community is awesome and has many things to see and do while there. The property itself was clean, and had everything we needed for our stay. Couldnât ask for anything more!