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500ft to Private Beach~2 Pools~Fishable Lake

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Private Sugar Sand Beach AccessSouthBay by the Gulf #88Short walk to the beachOne of two community pools for your family fun! Looking for something more adventurous? This is a perfect spot for kayaking or paddle boarding! There's a local vendor available for whatever your spirit desires!
SouthBay by the Gulf #88
Sleeps 7
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1 Half Baths

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Town Home:

* 500ft to the Private Beach 🌊

* 2 Pools, 2 Kiddie Pools, Tennis Courts, and Fireworks viewing at the private beach 🎆

* 5 Acre Fishable Private Lake

* Close to restaurants, Destin Harborwalk, Big Kahuna's, and The Destin Commons

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. *

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

Snowbird Season runs January thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

Escape to the perfect beach getaway at SouthBay by the Gulf #88. This townhome offers relaxation and fun and is situated in the heart of Destin. Step onto your private patio and unwind with the refreshing Gulf breeze and the soothing sound of rolling waves while savoring your morning coffee. This stunning townhouse boasts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, featuring a queen bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed in guest bedroom 1, and a twin over twin bunk bed and a twin bed in guest bedroom 2. With ample space in the living room and a fully equipped kitchen, this home comfortably accommodates 7 guests and provides all the essentials for your culinary needs. This unit has an outdoor camera monitoring the front door. Enjoy the convenience of private beach access, a backyard with dining options, and an in-unit washer and dryer, all available to enhance your stay. Begin creating everlasting memories at SouthBay by the Gulf #88.

Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2: Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed + Twin Bed

SouthBay by the Gulf is a gated, low-density townhome community. This complex is steps to two full-sized pools with kiddie pools, shuffleboard courts, lighted tennis courts, beachside volleyball courts, and a 5 acres freshwater lake. Every townhome features a designated parking spot right in front of your door making it easy to transfer your things in-no long walks through huge parking lots searching for your car. Come experience why guests return to SouthBay by the Gulf year after year!

Area Attractions:

This great complex is just 2 miles away from Harbor Walk Village. Here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board, and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world-class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, live entertainment, an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville and Harry T’s, to satisfy all tastes. You will be sure to find something for the whole family to enjoy!

Close by is Destin Commons, an outdoor shopping and entertainment venue, family and pet friendly, where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground and a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including AMC Movie Theaters, Destin City Food Hall, and Top Golf

This is across the street from Big Kahuna's Waterpark, full of great splashing fun for the kids. And it is within walking distance to grocery shopping and some of Destin's best dining: the Pancakery, Crackings, Que Pasa, and Nothing Bundt Cakes!

Kelly Plantation Golf Club offers world-class golfing and dining only 2.5 miles from SouthBay by the Gulf.

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Room Arrangements

Master Bedroom- Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 1- Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2- Upstairs

1 Twin Over Twin Bunk Bed

1 Twin Bed

twin bed and twin over twin bunk beds

Master Bathroom

Combination shower/tub

Guest Bathroom

combination shower/tub

Half Guest Bath

Top 6 Amenities
Community Pool
Walk to Beach
Pool
Satellite or Cable
Coffee Maker
Washer
Availability
Location
13 Reviews
5.0  

Stayed November 2024

5/5 
"We really enjoyed our stay @ Gulf 88! The townhouse fit our needs perfectly! The beach access was easy and it was a great time for my family. I would highly recommend this property! When we come back to Destin in the future, we would definitely book this place again. Shout out to Logan and the RealJoy Vacations team! Thanks!"

Stayed November 2024

5/5 
"Wonderful Family Vacation - We really enjoyed our stay @ Gulf 88! The townhouse fit our needs perfectly! The beech access was easy and was a great time for my family. I would highly recommend this property! When we come back to Destin in the future, we would definitely book this place again. Thanks! "
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Aaron, Thank you for the 5-star review. We’re so glad to hear Gulf 88 was perfect for your family and that you had a great time at the beach. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Destin. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.

Stayed October 2024

5/5 
"Great Location - Close to the beach! Cute place! No beach towels so bring your own! "
$103 nightly average