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The Great Escape, located in Destin's Crystal Beach community, is a charming three-bedroom cottage perfect for families and couples. Unwind by the private pool or stroll just one and a half blocks to the Emerald Coast beach, with no busy streets to cross. Enjoy an open floor plan with contemporary decor, king beds in two bedrooms and twin bunk beds in the third bedroom.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • 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.

'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!

Newly renovated! Our charming Destin Florida Vacation Home is a three-bedroom cottage located in Destin's Crystal Beach community. We just installed brand new Luxury vinyl planks throughout our home and updated our kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances.

Conveniently located just one and one-half blocks from the pristine Emerald Coast beach. It is an easy walk and there are no busy streets to cross. With 20-foot high vaulted ceilings and a retractable wall of glass overlooking our private pool, our home allows the outside to become part of your everyday living environment. Every room contains a ceiling fan and a 6-foot privacy fence surrounds the pool. Children and families are welcome. You have this darling home, private pool and grassy play area all to yourself. Named “The Great Escape”, you will find this vacation home to be a wonderful retreat for families and/or couples.

The contemporary decor and open floor plan allow you to relax in the comfort of our vacation home. The location is convenient to Destin Commons, the Fort Walton Airport, Big Kahuna Water Theme Park, and numerous restaurants and cafes within walking distance - including our favorite ice cream place- The Marble Slab.. This absolutely perfect vacation home comes with a king bed in the primary suite, a king size bed in the second bedroom and 2 sets of twin bunk beds in the third bedroom, which is perfectly suited for children! You will find the kitchen is equipped with everything you need and all the comforts of home. The floor plan is open and airy, with a spacious feeling. Don’t forget about your private pool and patio area complete with gas grill and patio table and chairs and lounge chairs. It's a wonderful escape from the beach. But, the Destin Florida beaches are the BEST!!! Your wonderful vacation can start with a day with shopping or golf, hit the beach or sit by the pool, you can complete your day with a fabulous meal. Whether you are in the mood to dress up and go out, or grill out by the pool, it is your choice. Our home is centrally located to a wide-range of activities for all ages. We are confident you will enjoy your 'Great Escape' Destin vacation as much as we do!


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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs 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.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

There is a check out reminders list on the fridge.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ID: Guest must send photo ID within 48 hours of booking or the booking is subject to cancellation. Photo ID must match and be presented at check in.

Initial payment is acceptance of rental agreement.

Pool heat is $250 per week (upon request)

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Traveling with kids? Consider Fat Daddy's Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our Destin travel guide
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach
    Miramar Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destin Commons
    Destin Commons
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Destin_EmeraldCoastCentre_553248621558039131_04
    Emerald Coast Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park
    Henderson Beach State Park
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Cracker Barrel
    7 min walk
  • Miller's Ale House
    6 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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'The Great Escape'...Private Pool...Beach cottage...Steps to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! The property was well maintained and we had no issues during our stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful Escape!

Great Escape was amazing! Wonderful house and property. Love the back yard and pool. Close to the beach and lovely neighborhood. Had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Second time

We love staying here. Great location and perfect house for my family and dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene H.

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

Spring Break 2024

Great Location, very comfortable home for Spring Break Enjoyed our stay Children had a great time Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Destin Get Away

Perfect size home with everything you need in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach. Any questions or concerns, the property manager was easily accessible. Close to the grocery store, shopping, and restaurants. We will definitely make this our vacation destination.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Great Escape is great!

Love the layout, can see the pool easily from inside the house. Pool clean and warm. Managers extremely prompt for small issues. Quickly resolved the same day. Very happy with our two week stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette M.

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

Family getaway

The property was a perfect size for our family with elder adults.. also being able to allow our 2 dogs was amazing. The pool and yard was perfect size. Neighborhood was quite and not busy which made it fanatic. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

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

Very clean house and close to the beach

We had a wonderful time. The house was close enough to the beach for us to walk. When the beach was full we drove down to the state park. Very close to food places and shopping. The kids loved the pool and were in it nonstop.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect

Perfect place to stay. Very close to everything (shopping, food, grocery, beach, etc). The pictures on VRBO don’t do this place justice. It’s gorgeous and very spacious. Had tons of beach towels, beach umbrella, boogie boards, beach chairs, and more
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Perfect week

House was very clean and well maintained. Lacking nothing. Nicely decorated Had all the appliances and comforts of home. Everything worked well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Great

We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the Great Escape! It was a perfect place for our family and the pool topped it off!! Great Location. Hopefully we can stay again soon. Only issue was the bathrooms need some TLC. Found hair around sink and clump of dog hair under kitchen table. Since you are paying for a cleaning service after each guest visit, wanted to make sure you are getting the service you are paying. Thanks again for a memorable vacation for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Delightful

We loved our 10-day stay at Great Escape. We are an older couple (70 and 65) and we drove down from Chicago with our two beloved dogs (Marti and MJ). It's always a bit of a gamble booking on VRBO but the second we opened the front door, we knew we had hit the jackpot! The layout was just what we wanted - a long great room running the length of the house, with very high ceilings, and at the end of the room, sliding glass doors that opened to the delightful patio, pool, and fenced-in back yard. The master bedroom and bath opened off the great room and featured the same great view. The furniture was super comfortable and the TV setup was outstanding. The location was excellent for us - we walked to the beach and to a few of the local restaurants (Camilles and the Henderson Inn) and every night we walked Marti and MJ through the quiet streets of the neighborhood. We drove to various places around Destin and thought we were very centrally located. Nancy Phinney was an excellent host and answered all of our questions very promptly. We hope we can come back again next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home in a quiet neighborhood and only a couple of blocks walk to the beach! Perfect
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great place to stay!

The great escape is a great place to stay! Very clean and organized and plenty of room. The house is perfect for a family with 3 bedrooms and a pool and we loved it! Walking distance to the beach and a short drive to plenty of great restaurants and stores!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Adam H.

Very nice and close to beach! Loved the open concept to the rear yard!

Loved the property and layout. Do wish the pool was a little bigger for the amount of people staying but the kids enjoyed tremendously! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Destin vacation

The house is very well kept and has nearly anything you will need. We enjoyed the pool tremendously
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

Amazing

We loved it we definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

50th Birthday celebration

Our 4th trip to the Great Escape. Our go to for a relaxing retreat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor G.

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

Summer Relaxation

We enjoyed our stay here. The location is great for being close to stores, the mall, and the beach. Quiet neighborhood. We came here a long time ago and enjoyed returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Just perfect!

A few of my girlfriends and I stayed here for a long weekend and it couldn't have been better! The house was nicer than the pictures showed and the pool/patio area was just perfect to hang out after the beach. I highly recommend it and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

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

The Great Escape is wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay at The Great Escape! The house was very spacious and cleaned very well. We loved the pool in the backyard. It was close to town, but also not too far from the beach. We would love to come back one day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Virginia B.

The house was very clean and everything we needed was available to us.

We maybe wished the driveway was a little larger to accommodate more cars but we loved everything else about the property. Perfect for a family and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Excellent Home!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Great Escape. The home was clean and well stocked. Very close to the beach, shopping and restaurants. Quiet neighborhood. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriane G.

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

Great getaway

We had an amazing trip and stay at this wonderful home. It was very clean, comfortable, had that special “beachy” feel to it, was conveniently located to Crystal Beach, and had a perfect sized pool for the afternoons. The pictures honestly don’t do the house justice. I highly recommend this property and would definitely rent again! Loved every bit of it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Great Escape or Little Paradise

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at The Great Escape! The house was the perfect size for us and very comfortable. We lucked out and didn't have neighbors on either side of us during our visit. I enjoyed the pool, just about every day and the water temp was perfect in the low 80's. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017