Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views
Diamond in the Dunes - Vacation Rental in Dunes of Destin Formerly known as Semi-True Story
Favorite Features: - Oceanfront - Pool (Heat Available) - Spa Tub - Private Beach Access - Elevator - 4 Bikes Included - 2 Sets of Beach Service Included
More About Diamond in the Dunes: Diamond in the Dunes is a gorgeous, Gulf-front home in Dunes of Destin. This home features beautiful Gulf views with a private pool and beach access for guests to enjoy their vacation with easy access to all of their favorite activities. Upon entering the main floor, guests will be greeted by a spiral staircase and the main area of the home, complete with an elevator for easy access to three floors. Beautiful white walls, updated finishes, LVP floors, and exposed beams create a clean and modern atmosphere. Gather in the living room and enjoy a movie with the family while enjoying the Gulf view from the sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony. The open floor plan of this area is perfect for the family to be together while eating meals or relaxing in the living room. The extravagant kitchen features floating shelves, top-of-the-line commercial appliances, two dishwashers, and a spacious pantry. The entire family can gather around the large dining room table next to windows with beautiful views. Step onto the balcony to experience unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico through seamless glass railings. Also on the balcony, guests can access the pool area from a spiral staircase that leads to the pool deck.
The entire lower floor of the home consists of an enormous and unique bunk room with three built-in queen-over-queen-over-queen bunk beds. Two sofas accommodate this space around a large flat-screen TV. There are two bathrooms in this large space, each with two standalone, custom showers. Just off of the bunk area is a queen bedroom and a laundry room. Step onto the pool deck and splash into some fun in this stunning private pool with a built-in spa tub! Guests can also access the beach via private beach access.
Upon entering the third floor, guests are welcomed to a common area with a bar complete with floating shelves, a mini-fridge, and a coffee and wine area with a bar table. Two Gulf-front bedrooms, each with a private bath and a walk-in closet, are located on this floor. The master suite boasts beautiful Gulf views with private access to the balcony. The private bathroom has been completely upgraded with a large standalone shower, a separate tub, and a dual-sink vanity. Step onto the balcony where you can see the water through the seamless glass railings while you enjoy a hot cup of coffee. The secondary master is right next door and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and private access to the Gulf-front balcony.
The fourth floor is home to four more bedrooms to accommodate your guests. Two of the bedrooms are furnished with king beds and provide guests with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms include king beds and private bathrooms as well as lovely views of the Gulf through the balcony doors and windows.
Diamond in the Dunes was renovated to meet the needs of all different types of travelers. Whether you are hosting a family reunion, a wedding, or a corporate retreat, this home is sure to make your vacation unique and memorable. Splash around in the large private pool and spa tub or relax on any of the balconies and enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf and make memories that are sure to last a lifetime.
This home is located in the beautiful community of Dunes of Destin and is within walking distance to shopping and dining options in Destin including The Pancake Factory, Target, Winn-Dixie, Hungry Howie's, and more!
**Weddings are allowed at the property but not on the beach.
Sleeping Arrangements: FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: King Bed. Bedroom 2: 2 Queen over Queen over Queen Bunks.
SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 3: Queen Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. Bedroom 4: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub. Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
THIRD FLOOR Bedroom 5: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Bedroom 6: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Bedroom 7: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. Bedroom 8: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Accommodatie-voorzieningen
Strand
Aan het strand
Zwembad/spa
Gemeenschappelijk zwembad
Privézwembad
Internet
Beschikbaar in de woning: gratis wifi
Parkeren en vervoer
Tot de parkeeropties ter plaatse behoort een garage
Keuken
Afwasmachine
Broodrooster
Koelkast
Koffiezetapparaat/waterkoker
Kookgerei, borden en bestek
Kookplaat
Microgolfoven
Oven
Eetopties
Eettafel
Slaapkamers
8 slaapkamers
Beddengoed inbegrepen
Badkamer
8,5 badkamers
Douche
Handdoeken inbegrepen
Woonruimtes
Apart eetgedeelte
Eettafel
Woonkamer
Entertainment
Dvd-speler
Tv met kabel-/satellietzenders
Buiten
Balkon
Barbecue
Wasvoorzieningen
Wasmachine
Wasserette
Comfort
Airconditioning
Verwarming
Huisdieren
Geen huisdieren toegelaten
Toegankelijkheidsvoorzieningen
Lift
Rookvrije accommodatie
Uitgelichte locatiekenmerken
Aan het water
Dicht bij de baai
Dicht bij de jachthaven
Dicht bij de zee
Dicht bij een dierentuin
Dicht bij een outletcentrum
Dicht bij een spa
Dicht bij een ziekenhuis
Dingen om te doen
Optionele golfprivileges
Basketballen in de buurt
Fietsmogelijkheid in de buurt
Golfbaan in de buurt
Jetskiën in de buurt
Kajakken in de buurt
Motorbootverhuur in de buurt
Paardrijden in de buurt
Parasailing in de buurt
Rondleidingen bij wijnmakerijen in de buurt
Rotsklimmen in de buurt
Scubaduiken in de buurt
Snorkelen in de buurt
Surfen/bodyboarden in de buurt
Vismogelijkheid in de buurt
Vogelspotten in de buurt
Waterskiën in de buurt
Zeilen in de buurt
Zwemmogelijkheid in de buurt
Veiligheidsvoorzieningen
Geen koolmonoxidemelder vermeld (De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie. Breng eventueel zelf een draagbare melder mee.)
Geen rookmelder vermeld (de eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie)
In- en uitchecken zonder direct persoonlijk contact
Minimale leeftijd om in te checken: 25
Uitchecken
Uitchecken voor 10.00 uur
Speciale incheckinstructies
Je ontvangt een e-mail van de eigenaar met instructies over het in- en uitchecken
De informatie die de accommodatie verstrekt, is mogelijk vertaald met automatische vertaaltools
Huisdieren
Geen huisdieren toegelaten
Kinderen en extra bedden
Kinderen zijn welkom.
Evenementen
No events allowed
Roken
Smoking is not permitted
Belangrijke informatie
Algemene info
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd door een professionele eigenaar, die accommodaties aanbiedt vanuit zijn/haar vakgebied, bedrijf of beroep.
Afhankelijk van het accommodatiebeleid kan voor extra personen een toeslag worden aangerekend.
Tijdens het inchecken dien je in het geval van incidentele kosten mogelijk een geldig identiteitsbewijs voor te leggen en een borgsom in contanten, per bankkaart of kredietkaart te betalen.
Speciale verzoeken kunnen, indien mogelijk, bij check-in worden ingewilligd. Hiervoor kunnen extra kosten worden aangerekend. Speciale verzoeken kunnen niet worden gegarandeerd.
Feesten of groepsevenementen ter plaatse zijn ten strengste verboden
De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een koolmonoxidemelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie. Breng eventueel zelf een draagbare melder mee.
De eigenaar heeft niet aangegeven of er een rookmelder aanwezig is in de accommodatie.
Deze accommodatie wordt beheerd via onze partner, Vrbo. Je ontvangt een e-mail van Vrbo met een link naar een Vrbo-account, waarmee je je boeking kunt aanpassen of annuleren.
Als je je boeking annuleert, ben je onderhevig aan het annuleringsbeleid van de eigenaar. In overeenstemming met de EU-regelgeving over consumentenrechten, vallen boekingsservices voor accommodaties niet onder het herroepingsrecht.
Over deze buurt
dit vakantiehuis ligt vlak bij een waterpark en aan het strand in Destin. Shoppers kunnen zich laten gaan bij HarborWalk Village. Als je graag de natuur intrekt, kan dat bij Stranden van Destin en Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park en The Track Family Recreation Center zijn ook een bezoek waard. Kies voor waterpret zoals jetskiën of kajakken of beleef avonturen zoals fietsen en paardrijden. Bekijk onze reisgids voor Destin
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min. rijden
Restaurants
Subway
20 min. wandelen
McDonald's
11 min. wandelen
Chick-fil-A
14 min. wandelen
Pelican Beach Resort
9 min. wandelen
Waffle House
14 min. wandelen
Veelgestelde vragen
Beschikt Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views over een zwembad?
Ja, deze accommodatie beschikt over een zwembad.
Zijn huisdieren welkom bij Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views?
Nee, assistentiedieren zijn niet welkom bij deze accommodatie.
Hoeveel kost het om hier te parkeren?
Er zijn parkeerplaatsen beschikbaar bij de accommodatie.
Hoe laat kan ik bij Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views inchecken?
Inchecken is mogelijk vanaf 16.00 uur.
Tot hoe laat kan ik bij Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views uitchecken?
Je dient om uiterlijk 10.00 uur uit te checken.
Waar staat Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views?
Dit vakantiehuis in Destin ligt aan het strand, op 5 km afstand van Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, Stranden van Destin en Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Ook Choctawhatchee Bay en Destin Harbor liggen op 2 km afstand.
Beoordelingen over Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views
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Beoordelingen
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Jean C.
28 aug 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Diamond in the Dunes vacation
Excellent property with all amenties included (suite bedrooms, fabulous bunk room, private pool, elevator, easy private beach access, beautiful living quarters, quality appliances/housewares, etc.). We would stay here again for any family Destin vacations.
Jean C.
7 nachten verbleven in augustus 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Jennifer S.
1 mrt 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Great Destin Retreat
Our friends and family loved our stay in Destin in this beautiful home. Loved that it had 3 washer/dryer sets, sand shower near the boardwalk to rinse out sandy feet and a beautiful pool to relax in. Had a few minor issues, but the property manager saw to them quickly. Would definitely stay again!
Jennifer S.
8 nachten verbleven in februari 2025
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Jennifer M.
24 jun 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Beauty by the Sea
My family had a fabulous time! The access to the beach was wonderful. The beds, linens and accommodations were 5 star. Our only complaint was the ice machine was located on the bottom floor, not in the kitchen.
Jennifer M.
7 nachten verbleven in juni 2023
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Thomas T.
23 mrt 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Paradise by the Sea
Stunning property with private pool and exclusive entrance onto semi private beach. Very responsive management team that sends you a link to everything you need to know about the home and your stay. It is expensive but worth every penny. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed.
Thomas T.
7 nachten verbleven in maart 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
hanna f.
13 mei 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Beautiful Home
Gorgeous home. Elevator malfunctioned and property staff promptly came to fix it. The backyard turf area has about a 2 ft drop and isn’t level for use. Neighbors are locals, not friendly whatsoever and called police about noise even though noise ordinance isn’t in effect until 10PM.
hanna f.
4 nachten verbleven in mei 2025
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Kristi N.
27 feb 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Beautiful house right on the beach!
Beautiful home with easy beach access. Perfect for a corporate retreat. The number of Access codes were a bit challenging to navigate at first but then fine. Garage too small to fit 2 minivans. Elevator helpful yet reliability is concerning. Huge kitchen and eating space. Bedroom suites were above expectations!
Kristi N.
4 nachten verbleven in februari 2023
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
LaToya P.
6 apr 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Spring Break
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The property management team communicated well throughout our stay to ensure that everything was going well. Anytime there was an issue, they were very responsive in addressing them.
The home itself was just as the pictures described and the home was well equipped with our vacation needs. The elevator was a bit tricky, but we were able to use it throughout the duration of our stay. Depending on the type of vehicles that you are traveling in, parking can be a bit tricky because the driveway is in an angle, but we were able to fit two 15 passenger vans in the driveway.
Overall, we had a great stay and are looking forward to returning as soon as possible.
LaToya P.
7 nachten verbleven in maart 2023
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Patricia W.
26 nov 2023
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
40th Anniversary with Family
This home was the perfect fit for our family of 18. I was a little stressed out with all the reviews about the pool alarm and the codes for all the doors and gates but it was a breeze. Also, thank goodness for the elevator! Everyone had it figured out in no time without issue. We didn’t get to use the bikes much (tires were flat). Great house though!
Patricia W.
7 nachten verbleven in november 2023
Geverifieerd
6/10 – Matig
Anne Y.
7 jan 2026
Positief: Netheid, inchecken en locatie
Negatief: Communicatie, accuraatheid advertentie
The house was good - great set up of rooms and bathrooms for a large family of adult kids. For the price there were little annoyances - drip coffee maker didnt work, balcony door was dragging and very difficult to open, you needed to bring your own beach towels. All tolerable but the worst was we’d paid extra to have the pool and spa heated. When we arrived the pool was still being cleaned and it was only marginally done. I asked if the heat had been turned on and he was super rude and said “no, I need to get an email to turn it on.” I asked if he would call or check his email because I’d paid months ago to have it heated. He said “no I needed to call the agency about it.” Which I did and while I was waiting for a response he left! And didn’t heat the pool! The pool didn’t get turned on until the following day and then took a day to heat up to be useable. The spa is connected to the pool and wasn’t hot enough to use either. So for 3 days we couldn’t use any of them and these were the 3 days we had all kids. One of the reason we chose this house was for the pool and spa and we didn’t get it’s use. So don’t rent this house if you want a heated pool and spa the entire time. You’ll pay for a week but not get its use and the pool person was SO rude and agency not helpful. They told me that the spa doesn’t get that hot because it’s connected to the pool and not a “hot tub” but that’s ridiculous as I have both in LA at our house and the spa can be heated to 102.
Anne Y.
7 nachten verbleven in december 2025
Geverifieerd
8/10 – Goed
Stephanie F.
7 jul 2020
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Perfect location on Miramar Beach
Our first home was unavailable one week from occupancy due to a water emergency, but we were fortunate this home was available. This is the perfect location on Miramar Beach in Destin. The proximity of the beach to the home is wonderful, with a beautiful porch and pool area. Beach set-up inclusive with the rental was great! The home is well appointed with ample bedrooms, baths and a delightful gourmet kitchen. The overall Tuscan style of the home include furnishings that are quite comfortable, if a bit heavy and wall colors are strong in some bedrooms/baths. The entrance and exit of the home required the code for both garage and door each time and a garage remote during weather would have been appreciated. There is also a pool protection alarm at all doors leading out to pool/porch... it must be touched every time you enter and exit, this was really bothersome ( it became a real irritant during our stay ) *we had no children under 16. It is not listed well in the information and had to be serviced during our stay once because it wouldn't silence and the master egress went off once at night despite no entry or exit at that area at all. Overall a really nice property, but I would not stay there again due to the alarm.
Stephanie F.
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
David H.
1 aug 2021
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Summer Vacation
Really nice place. Elevator is untrustworthy. Finishing touches were weak. No towel bars or hooks. Curtain rods fell on the floor, stairwell spindles fell to the first floor creating a safety concern, gas smell in the basement. It just seems like the all the finish work was incomplete.
David H.
7 nachten verbleven in juli 2021
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Romex P.
13 mrt 2021
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Very Nice Remodeled Beach House
We stayed here for 4 days. It was plenty big enough. There were only a few complaints. When we arrived we were unloading our van and got a call within 5 min that it was parked in the wrong spot. We hadn't even gotten all our luggage out yet. There are a lot of codes. One to get into neighborhood, one into house, one for garage. They aren't all in an easy place to refer to. The elevator in the house is confusing if/when it works. The alarm downstairs is annoying. I can see why it's important for little kids but we didn't have any little kids. The fridge squeaks like the door is too heavy. Aside from that- the location is amazing, the pool/hot tub were great, the house was clean. Everyone had a great time and we would definitely come back. I would still give this a 5 star rating!
Romex P.
4 nachten verbleven in februari 2021
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Theresa N.
20 sep 2020
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Best Vacation EVER!
This home immaculate and in a perfect location. It was nice to have beach front access. We loved every detail about this home! It was nice that each bedroom had its own bathroom. Our family loved it so much we are already planning to book this home again for our next trip.
Theresa N.
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Victoria M.
14 jun 2025
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Victoria M.
5 nachten verbleven in mei 2025
Geverifieerd
4/10 – Slecht
Lauren P.
21 mei 2025
Lauren P.
7 nachten verbleven in april 2025
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Jenny L.
12 okt 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie
Fun Family Vaca
Jenny L.
6 nachten verbleven in september 2024
Geverifieerd
10/10 – Voortreffelijk
Mary C.
31 jul 2024
Positief: Netheid, inchecken, communicatie, locatie en accuraatheid advertentie