Consider a stay at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool and take advantage of golfing on site, a water park, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling, boating, and kayaking at this vacation home. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a hot tub.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool
Sleeping Arrangements Two Story House | 1st floor – Master, King Bed; Living room, Sleeper Sofa 2nd floor – Guest Bedroom 1, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 2 , Queen Bed; Guest Bedroom 3; Two Twin Over Full Custom Built Bunkbeds
Parking: This property offers two parking spots, providing easy and reliable access for guests throughout their stay.
Experience Your Vacation Haven
The charm can’t be beat in this brand-new vibrant beach house located in the decadent Villages of Crystal Beach community in Destin, Florida. Barracuda Beach House is a two-story beach house rental that sleeps 12 in 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Everything about the home is as well-appointed as the post Crystal Beach community.
The open-concept first floor has plenty of space for gathering and entertaining. The kitchen’s corner counter bar seats 6 while the luxe dining table accommodates 6. There’s plenty of seating in the adjacent living area and a flat-screen TV, perfect for family movie nights! There’s a master with a king bed and private en suite on the first floor, a half bath, and the sofa folds into a bed to maximize the home’s occupancy potential.
Upstairs, discover three additional bedrooms including the nautically themed children’s room, which features two custom built bunk beds with 2 full beds and 2 twin beds. The master suite has a king bed and private bath, and the princess suite has a queen bed and private bath. Every room has a flat screen TV.
Everything in the home is new and custom-selected. Additional features like spacious standing showers, elegant double vanities, and stone finishes help set the details of this beach house apart!
You’ll love experiencing the tropical Crystal Beach community. The luxurious pool and tiki bar are a fun escape in and of themselves. Of course, with the Emerald Coast being a mere 2.5 blocks away, you’ll find it hard to resist the lure of the sugar white sand beaches. The seasonal trolley service makes it even easier to come and go, and the community’s proximity to the Destin Commons puts every amenity Destin has to offer at your fingertips.
Guest Walk-Through Two Story House – 1st floor – One Bedroom, One and a Half Bathrooms, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Area, Patio 2nd floor – Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Area, Laundry, Balcony Access
Unit Amenities – Covered Patio, Balcony, Laundry Community Amenities- Community pool, Sand Volleyball Court, Grilling Area, Tiki Lounge Area, Seasonal Trolley
About the Community of the Villages of Crystal Beach The Villages of Crystal Beach is one of Destin’s premier gated vacation communities! This luxurious community has a free trolley service during peak tourism season, taking you straight to your Emerald Coast beachfront access! The community has one of the nicest private pools in Destin as well. There’s also a grilling area, and a lounge area for guests.
NO GOLF CART RENTALS ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY
You’re within walking distance to everything the Emerald Coast Parkway has to offer, just across from the posh Destin Commons, which has 75 shops, restaurants, and so much more! Entertainment and opportunities for fun abound. For an additional cost, you can experience all of Destin’s best amenities including world-class golf, boating, fishing, and so much more!
Local Favorites MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay.
MVH Beach Closet This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay.
MVH Rental Restrictions Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Massage
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water park
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycles
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
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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
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Frequently asked questions
Does Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Pool located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Destin Commons and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
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Our stay at this property was amazing! Loved that the property was very clean and safe! Located in a gated community with a pool! 10 minute walk to the beach! Lots of activities for the whole family located near by!
We loved the house, the location, and the maintenace crew were timely and friendly. I would recommend, oiling the living room leather chairs facing the TV. Everytime someone sat in the chair, the chairs made an aweful, loud sqeeky sound. Also, the room with the bunkbeds, which I loved, particularly, the full beds. The top bunk the light on the wall needs to be replaced. The bathroom on the first floor maintenance looked at the faucet, as there was no hot water, and the water was barely coming out. None of these were deal breakers, just minor items, but I figured you would want to be aware and address it. Thank you for an enjoyable stay. Oh, and loved the pool!
Great stay! The house was spacious, clean, and in a perfect location—just a short walk to the pool and close to the beach. Perfect spot for our family getaway!
Great layout, good location, clean and comfortable accommodation. The only negative is the room with the bunk beds, was warm, and did not cool off like the other rooms.
My family loved the home, the pool was awesome! Short distance to the beach, trolley was very useful, would have liked for them to make runs later than 4:30, but they were prompt and helpful.
Whole experience was wonderful! We all had a very enjoyable experience and cant wait to do it again next year. It was very spacious for our group of 11.
The home was very clean and beautiful. Location was great! We had an issue with the washing machine but someone was able to come take a look at it within a few hours of us calling. No issue with it after, we just washed small loads. We would definitely stay again.
The house was beautiful and very clean upon arrival. The only hiccup we encountered was the wrong code to get into the house was given but it was quickly fixed when I called.
This home was beautiful. It looked just as it did in the photographs. It had everything you needed.
The beds were clean and comfortable. The place was emaculaant Everything you needed was made available to you. My grandbabies loved the bunk beds. The only thing that was missing for me was a desk to do a little work. But who needs to be working on vacation! We will book again very soon!
Deborah G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carrie M.
3 April 2023
Spring Break 2023
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 house was as described. Very clean and well stocked with kitchen essentials and other necessities. Staff was very responsive to calls and questions.
Carrie M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
29 July 2023
Wonderful getaway
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:
Everything was so nice and clean. The house was very spacious and I appreciated the number of bathrooms. We had only one problem with the dryer but the maintenance guy came quick and repaired it. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
The property is beautiful and spacious. My husband and I took my younger cousins to Destin and we loved that everyone was able to have their own bed/space. Pool is large and hot tub was great. Starter kit for dishwasher pods, laundry, shampoo/conditioner/bar soap were definitely a plus. Overall it was a good stay, however, I will say for the price I did not expect broken blinds, broken fridge shelf, a non-functional ice maker in freezer, slow responding property management, and a leaky kitchen sink (took almost a full business day for them to fix.) Also be sure to count pool bracelets as we had 1 missing on day 1 (they charge $25 if you don’t have all 12 at check out.)
Property was very nice. Neighborhood was very family friendly. The night time pool scene is a bit overwhelming we went 2 nights we were there and shortly left due to the over crowding and very loud music which made me appreciate this house being one street over. Overall great property only negative thing that happened was we were not provided a gate code (and the gate was broken when we arrived) however it was fixed about day 2 of our trip. We texted the property manager in the evening and received an acknowledgement of our text but no gate code until the next morning. So we haf to figure out a way around the gate.
The neighborhood was great and the property itself was good with enough parking for 3 cars. I understand that check-in isn't until 4 pm, however when we got there early, it seemed the person cleaning the house was just enjoying some time with their family at the house, while they cleaned. The faucet in the downstairs bathroom didn't work and the adult beds upstairs weren't great. I did like the open concept downstairs and there was more than enough room to eat and relax. I didn't like that we were given bracelets for the pool that if not returned were $25/per bracelet, it felt like a money grab. Grill was solid, the stove took some learning, but again overall very solid. Would probably go back.
This property was affordable, close proximity to everything we needed, and very nicely updated. The beach shuttle was the most impressive feature of this rental. Reliable and friendly driver who always answered!
There are truly only STARTING essentials… there are no extra paper towels, only 1 additional roll of TP per bathroom, and two trash bags for the kitchen. No coffee, coffee filters, or spices for food left behind. Bare bones other than the space itself which is absolutely beautiful and spacious, more room even than the pictures show!
Communication was great via text with property management. They did not respond to VRBO messages nor email. We also had an issue with the door code and various capitalizations for the Wi-Fi I mentioned to property management. Overall it was a great stay and I would use this rental again.
The neighborhood was wonderful and the house was perfect for our needs. Our only complaints that make it 4/5 stars…washer had sitting water in it and was moldy, cabinet doors in the bathrooms were loose and falling off and we only had 10/12 bracelets for the pool and tried to contact the managers to let them know but never received a response back. Otherwise, we had a great time and would definitely stay here again!
My family had a wonderful vacation staying at the Barracuda House. The check-in process was very easy and the house looked great. The downstairs is open and all the bedrooms are nice. The pool is wonderful and is great for little ones with the tanning area. It was never crowded which was nice as well. The house is not far from the beach, but with two little ones under 2 and all the things in tow we would drive and park at the beach which was very easy and there was always a spot. We never attempted to walk it or take the Sandy Express though we did see it run frequently. Only thing that could be changed to make the house perfect is the couches and chairs downstairs and the couch upstairs. They’re all stained pretty badly to where we had to throw blankets over them so we didn’t have to think about what the stains were. Otherwise we had a very enjoyable time and made lots of happy memories.