Stayed September 2024
"We had a great time over Labor Day weekend in this unit. It's about a 3-4 minute walk to the beach & the splash pad/pool area was the perfect end to a day at the beach, especially w/ a 2 y/o in tow. The unit provided a wagon w/ large wheels, perfect for the sand. It also provided 2 beach chairs but they were both broken & really should be thrown out. I loved the in-unit laundry but they only provide you with 1 pack of detergent so if you'd like to do more than 1 load you'll have to go buy more. Kitchen had all the utensils you could need. The fitted sheet on the king bed had a yellow stain (baseball size) so we slept on top of the sheets but did use the light comforter as it appeared to be clean. They did provide a broom and vacuum, it was nice to be able to clean up the sand we tracked in each evening. The view of ocean & size of balcony is wonderful (minus the direct view of air conditioners on the roof next door). All in all we enjoyed our stay and would stay here again!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time over Labor Day weekend in our unit. We're glad the location, amenities, and features of the unit were a good fit for your family, especially with a 2-year-old in tow. We appreciate you taking the time to provide this detailed feedback, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed August 2024
"Goood"
Stayed July 2024
"Great place for a family getaway! We were pleasantly surprised to find a beach wagon to use during our stay which was extremely helpful. Several beach chairs, sand toys, & a boogie board were a hit too. Being able to pay for an extra space for our third vehicle on site was also helpful.
Only downside to the stay was long waits for the elevators to our floor as many floors in the condos & only 3 of 4 elevators were working. Timing going to beach & arrival & departure & taking items in & out will be really important to help with this. We packed most of our things in car the night before departure to avoid elevator issue at departure time in AM:)"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Denise, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad to hear that you found the beach wagon, chairs, toys, and boogie board to be helpful during your stay. We appreciate you providing feedback about the elevator waits, and we're glad you were able to work around that by packing the night before. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed July 2024
"The location was fantastic, offering easy access to beach. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this condo place to anyone looking for a memorable Airbnb experience!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Denys, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time and found the location to be fantastic. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed July 2024
"Great view of the beach. VERY short walk to beach. Great space."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Joanna, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you enjoyed the great view and the short walk to the beach. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed June 2024
"This place was spotless and everything we had imagined from pictures. We stayed in this same building last year, and were just as pleased this trip as the last.
Our host was helpful and responsive with any questions we had.
The resort facilities are clean, well kept, security has a strong but non-intrusive presence and we felt very safe at all times especially with kiddos.
The bunk bed room accommodated my very tall 11 and 8 year olds comfortably. My 11 year old is 5’7” 150 lbs and more than enough room to stretch out.
There was a keurig AND a standard coffee pot which was very convenient."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Ashley, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that you had another wonderful stay with us and that our resort facilities and accommodations met your expectations. We're glad our host was helpful and responsive, and that you and your family felt safe and comfortable during your visit. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2024
"It was everything described. Beautiful condo & great stay. "
Stayed April 2024
"Thank you for sharing your place with us. It was very clean and tastefully decorated. Access to the beach was steps away! The view from the Balcony was breathtaking! Our first time visiting the area, but won’t be our last. Would absolutely stay here again!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Stacy, <br/>Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your stay. We're thrilled to hear that your first visit to the area was memorable with the clean and beautifully decorated accommodations, easy beach access, and stunning views from the balcony! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2024
"Our family enjoy the vacation great experience . We love the place and how easy access to the beach and local places ."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hilda, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that your family had a wonderful vacation experience and enjoyed the easy access to the beach and local spots. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another great stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2024
"Will stay again & again!!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Anthonesha, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience and that you're already planning to stay with us again. We look forward to welcoming you back! Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed October 2023
"Great condo! Great location! Love staying here!"
Stayed October 2023
"Rental was in a convenient location. Beds were comfortable and everything was as expected from listing"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Rhonda, We appreciate your positive feedback. We are happy to hear that the location was convenient and you were comfortable. Thank you for choosing RealJoy, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Stayed August 2023
"Hermoso y limpio apartamento!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Nadia, Estamos encantados de saber que disfrutaron de su estancia y que el apartamento cumplió con sus expectativas de limpieza y comodidad. Si alguna vez deciden regresar, no duden en ponerse en contacto con nosotros. ¡Estaremos encantados de recibirlos nuevamente! ¡Gracias por elegir RealJoy!
Stayed August 2023
"Everything was nice and clean, central location to everything! - Everything
Everything was great!"
Stayed August 2023
"you feel like home the moment you walk in. Clean and good taste in decorations. I will definitely make this place as my go to next time I visit the area. 100% recommended. no doubt!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Irving, We're thrilled to hear that you felt at home from the moment you walked in and that you appreciated the cleanliness and decor. We look forward to being your go-to place for your future visits to the area. We appreciate the 100% recommendation! Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Stayed August 2023
"Had an amazing vacation here with my family! It was a beautiful, updated space with an incredible view. The pools were great for the kids and we were just a short walk from the beach and near some great restaurants and bars. We were also surprised to find a few extras that made our trip even better including an extra pack n play for our kiddos that wasn’t listed and a few boogie boards. I would say the only frustration was the lack of supplies that you would normally get with a privately owned Airbnb, so you just have to be prepared for a limited supply of toilet paper, paper towels, dish washing detergent, etc. Overall, loved the space and location and thought it was nice and clean despite previous reviews."
Stayed July 2023
"Felt like we were right at home, very comfortable & outstanding atmosphere!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Monique, We're delighted to hear that you felt right at home and enjoyed the comfortable and outstanding atmosphere. We hope you'll visit us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed July 2023
"Exceptional - "
Stayed July 2023
"Exceptional - "
Stayed June 2023
"We enjoyed our trip."
Stayed June 2023
"My family and I had a wonderful time here. Location was great, beach is walking distance, lots of restaurants near by and everything we planned on doing like banana boats, parasailing, etc was no more than 10 minutes away. My only issue was not as clean as I expected. There was hair in the bathroom drain so I cleaned the shower and stains on the sheets (we washed before sleeping) but overall a place would definitely stay at again."
Stayed May 2023
"This was our first trip to Destin-Miramar Beach area and we would definitely book this property again. It was the perfect location to the beach, access to both main strips for travel to restaurants and entertainment. We visited at end of May and beginning of June and it was not that crowded at all.
The condo was on the 16th floor and getting an elevator was super easy. They had grocery & luggage buggies so you could transport your stuff from your car to your condo & plenty of them!
Smoking was allowed only in designated areas-which I liked because we are not smokers so no worries about a smelly condo in 1609.
The decor was very coastal chic.
Had everything you could possibly need. Starter toiletries which is typical for this type of rental. You only need beach towels.
Our view was great! We could sit on our balcony which was furnished with a sectional set and an Adirondack set on the long patio. You could access these from the master and living area. There were buildings in front of us but we could still see plenty of beautiful beach and hear the waves.
Speaking of noise—couldn’t hear any with doors shut. Ocasional dropped noise from above but we sleep with noise machine so nothing bothered us plus 10pm HOA noise ordinance.
The bedrooms are spacey but the room with the bunks is VERY SMALL and hard to hold luggage so be aware of that (we kept in our spacey closets). Honestly it’s a great place so if you’re on the fence, book it-you won’t be disappointed!"
Stayed May 2023
"My family and I spent 6 days at the Airbnb and it was amazing. Nice, spacious, clean and cozy. Would definitely recommend and will be visiting again soon ."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Alyssa, We’re excited to hear that you had an amazing vacation. We’re glad everyone in your family had enough room in this cozy property. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed May 2023
"Great, easy stay! - Perfect property for a leisurely stay with family. The views were incredible and the condo was very spacious. Centrally located to bars, shopping, restaurants, beach. Would highly recommend!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Jillian, we appreciate you letting us know that you enjoyed a great, easy stay in this spacious, well-located three-bedroom, two-bath Gulfview unit, and you would highly recommend it. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2023
"Spring break - Enjoyed our stay."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Ann, we are pleased to know that you enjoyed staying in this three-bedroom, two-bath condo. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2023
"A beautiful updated condo with great beach decor. Has a great restaurant and bar on site and another bar right on the beach. It’s not directly on the beach but you still get a great view of the water. I would definitely stay here again! The owning company is very clear with instructions and proactive to keep you updated throughout the entire stay."
Stayed March 2023
"Great place to stay! Very updated!"
Stayed March 2023
"Amazing Ocean Views - Wonderful stay at this well appointed, clean and spacious condo. Amazing ocean view from the over sized balcony. The master bedroom with ensuite is large and luxurious. The beds in both bedrooms are comfy. Plus there is a bunk bed room which doubles as a games room complete with X-box. The kitchen is well stocked with premium quality pots and pans. The Cabana Cafe down in the lobby offers excellent food and entertainment. We loved their pizza’s. Real Joy Property Management were very prompt and attentive. The golf course on the property is very affordable.
Overall, we loved our stay and would highly recommend this unit."
Stayed September 2022
"Great location and great amenities!"
Stayed September 2022
"Everything was nice and very accommodated"
Stayed August 2022
"Perfect beach vacation - We loved everything about this place. We were walking distance from the beach. The kids loved the pool. Groceries were delivered right to us which was fantastic so we could cook right there. Places to eat are within walking distance. When we had questions they were answered quickly. We would have stayed here another two weeks if we could! Beautiful view of the water. I’d highly recommend buying or bringing your own beach tent to set up for the day with a wagon to haul your equipment. You can’t go wrong staying here."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Jessica, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad the location was convenient and the view of the water was beautiful. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed July 2022
"Best stay! - Everything was great!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Elizabeth, Thank you for giving this property a 5 star review. We are happy to know that this was the best stay and everything was great. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed May 2022
"Great location in Miramar beach. Would highly recommend this to any group of 4-5 people looking for a quiet stay."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Chris, Thank you for reviewing your stay at Ariel Dunes. We are pleased that you would highly recommend this unit and that you enjoyed the location. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed May 2022
"Very nice place. The view is out of heaven and the bed is so comfortable! My husband and the kids loved the entire place. It felt so much like son that my birthday boy (5) who’s trip it was said he never want to leave🤣 great place and beautiful clean decor."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
JaQuiesha, Thank you for providing feedback regarding your stay at Ariel Dunes. We are pleased that it was comfortable and that you enjoyed the view. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed May 2022
"Great location"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Patricia, Thank you for letting us know about your stay Ariel Dunes. We are so glad you enjoyed the location. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Stayed April 2022
"Spring Break 2022 - This is our second time staying at this property. We love the location and views from our place. Very clean inside and out. Fully equipped kitchen. The only thing missing was a dishcloth to do dishes and another kitchen hand towel would’ve been great. We would definitely come back."
Stayed April 2022
"Feedback - Everything was excellent, we will definitely be back and enjoyed the view! Only feedback is there aren't enough forks .. :)"
Stayed October 2021
"Pictures accurate & walk to beach not far at all! Loved our stay."
Stayed September 2021
"Loved our room as we could see the Golf between 2 other high locations…some would have been blocked by other buildings. Fun bar and restaurant downstairs. Within 1 block of the beach. Fun! Loved it!"
Stayed September 2021
"This is a nice spot to stay! It’s a walk to the beach, so keep that in mind. But you can rent chairs on the beach so you don’t have to lug everything there and back. Nice amenities and it’s a community spot, not a hotel, so the place was nice and quiet. I really enjoyed our stay here and would absolutely recommend this one!"
Stayed August 2021
"Great place, beautiful views & very close to the beach! We’d love to stay here again when we come back!"
Stayed August 2021
"Great location and amazing views - Great location and amazing balcony views from master and living room"
Stayed August 2021
"Love this place loved the beautiful view ! - we all loved this place no complains"
Stayed July 2021
"Beach vacay - We loved it ! Great view ! Loved the way the room was decorated . Beach was a little crowded , but we had a great time 😊"
Stayed July 2021
"Amazing - It was very clean and great location within walking distance to the beach. The view from the balcony was great. We were able to watching dolphins swim by. Can’t wait for our return to the beach."
Stayed June 2021
"Perfection - We absolutely felt like home in 1609! The view was amazing! We are already planning on booking this same condo for our vacation next year."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Heather, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your vacation rental experience while staying in the perfect Ariel Dunes I 1609. We are very happy to know that this three-bedroom, two-bath condo absolutely felt like home, the view is amazing, and you are already planning on renting this unit again. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed May 2021
"Beautiful View! - We had an amazing stay! The view is absolutely beautiful. The balcony is huge. The condo was extremely clean. We would definitely stay here again. The Cabana Cafe is the restaurant at the bottom of the condo area and it is very good and reasonably priced. If you get to the condo early there is no where to leave your luggage."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Katelyn, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your amazing vacation rental experience while staying in Ariel Dunes I 1609. We are so glad that you found this three-bed/two-bath condo to be extremely clean and enjoyed the absolutely beautiful view, huge balcony, and the on-site Cabana Cafe. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed May 2021
"Amazing - This was our first time here, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The place was clean and had everything we needed. We would enjoy coming back."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Nathan, we are very happy to know that your family thoroughly enjoyed an amazing first trip to the Destin area while staying in Ariel Dunes I 1609, a clean, well stocked condo with three bedrooms and two bathrooms in Seascape Resort. Thank you for choosing Real Joy. Please visit again soon.
Stayed May 2021
"Beautiful resort - This was the perfect resort for our family , plenty of room and huge pools! We can’t wait to come back!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Madison, we are happy to know that you can't wait to come back to this beautiful resort, especially because it was perfect for your family with its huge pools and space provided. Thank you for choosing Real Joy. Please visit again soon.
Stayed April 2021
"Beautiful location - We were able to watch dolphins everyday from the lanai. We were a bit further from grocery, etc than we had arranged for but if you have a car or other transportation, no biggie!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Peg, we hope you had an overall great vacation rental experience while staying at Ariel Dunes I 1609 in Seascape Resort. We are happy to know that you enjoyed watching dolphins daily at this beautiful property. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed March 2021
"Only disappointment 🥺 - Everything was great except for the over one hour that we were locked out of the unit, because the passcode had expired in the middle of our stay. We couldn’t have been happier, with everything else."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Ricky, we appreciate you providing us with some feedback regarding your vacation rental experience at Ariel Dunes I. We are happy to know that overall everything was great during your stay, with the exception of being locked out due to the passcode expiring. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this situation. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed November 2020
"We were very pleasantly surprised by this property! - The property was very clean, well decorated and stocked with all the basics. We enjoyed the 16th floor views. Everything we needed!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Noel, we love knowing that this Ariel Dunes I property exceeded your expectations, finding it to be very clean, well decorated, and well stocked. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed October 2020
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Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Greetings Ashley! We hope you enjoyed fantastic views from the balcony and easy beach access. Thanks again for choosing Real Joy!
Stayed September 2020
"A wonderful place to stay with an amazing view to look at everyday with a good ole cup of coffee. It was at a great location where everything was within a good driving distance (Outlet malls, convenient stores, grocery stores, restaurants, etc). We thought the bunk beds would be too small, but it fits our 6’ friends comfortably. The only issue we had was when we first showed up, the coffee maker was broken. Maintenance was so quick and prompt about a new replacement that I knew we picked a great place."
Stayed August 2020
"Lovely condo - Cute condo that is decorated nicely and has a great view! Bed was comfy and everything in the condo is just as it says. Only thing I should mention is the front bedroom with the bunk beds is very small, but most people would not mind with small children plus your not staying in there a lot anyway. Totally recommend this property!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
We are glad to know that your condo rental at Ariel Dunes I met your expectations, finding it nicely decorated and well equipped; and you would recommend it to others. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Stayed August 2020
"Exceptional - We loved the room, very spacious, clean and beach view was perfect. Location was great walking distance to the beach an restaurants.
If grills were located by pool area."
Stayed August 2020
"Some concerns - Places was amazing the beaches and pools... The only thing that was nasty and not good was people on the top floors spiting down on us by the pool and walking towards our cars people throwing beer down and from the top floors and wetting a few people walking towards our cars..."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Hello Rosemary, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear our property was amazing for your party! Sincere apologies that other guest in the complex were not acting respectfully. Please come back and visit again soon!
Stayed July 2020
"Great place! - Very clean, great view, short walk to the beach, close to restaurants and shopping, security on property."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thanks for the review Christine. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the view and location of this property.
Stayed July 2020
"Awesome - There are no comments available for this review"
Stayed June 2020
"Beautiful Views - We love coming to Miramar Beach, and this time was no exception. The condo was in pristine condition. We had five adults traveling together, and were so happy this condo had 2 Kings and a queen, making sleeping arrangements much more comfortable. The views from the condo were absolutely stunning, even without being directly on the beach."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thanks for the review. We're so glad everyone enjoyed their stay and that you loved the views. We hope you'll book with us again in the future.
