Summary:
Come enjoy staying in the heart of Destin at "Catching Rays"
Our family friendly gated complex offers 3 brand new community pools, a tennis court, and a quaint turtle pond right behind our building for a relaxing stroll! We're approximately 3/4 mile from public beach access, and walking distance to many restaurants, family activities, parks, and shopping!
The Space:
**Important Information - Please Read Before Booking**
• We kindly ask that you read through our full listing and all of our house rules to ensure our space aligns with your vacation expectations.
• Inside, you'll find a clean, fun, and budget-friendly rental space that we've put a lot of care into.
• Please Note: This community was constructed in the 1970s and has a more dated exterior. There are exterior limitations of the property that are beyond our control.
• We understand this rental may not be the perfect fit for every traveler, and that’s why we aim to be transparent; so, you can feel confident and comfortable with your choice to stay here.
"Catching Rays" is a 1 bedroom condo with accommodations to sleep up to 6 guests. Our design and thoughtful touches will have you feeling right at home for a short stay, or you family vacation!
KEY FEATURES YOU'LL LOVE:
*THREE Brand New Community pools throughout the complex. One is seasonally heated, beginning in Fall/Winter 2024.
*Freshly resurfaced tennis courts with Pickleball lines...just bring your gear!
*First Floor Unit, no stairs to climb or lug your bags up
*Feed the turtles in the lake, right around the building!
*Less than 1 mile to Public Beach access at June Decker Beach Trail, Destin Dog Park, Morgan Sportscenter, Big Kahunas, and The Track!
*Exciting News! Gulf Terrace Condominiums now offers electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, located near the laundry facility and tennis courts. No trips across town necessary, top off your battery just steps from your door.
WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:
*King Bed
*Two Twin Trundle Beds, easily moved through the condo
*Queen Sleeper Sofa
....& Here's a quick walkthrough of what you can expect when arriving to Catching Rays:
When you arrive, you'll walk right in to the living room that boasts a comfortable queen sleeper sofa & two accent chairs for lounging. Our dining table seating 4 sits right by the windows in the open area right off the living room. With a wall of windows & sliding glass doors encompassing the living room the natural light is incredible! We've added a brand new Roku Tv that guests can feel free to login to their own streaming services (Netflix, Hulu, Etc) while traveling as well!
The kitchen area has an open concept to the living room for enjoying your meals and time together. We've stocked this kitchen with full appliances, dishes, bake ware, pots & pans, silverware, utensils, crockpot, blender, and a traditional coffee maker & Keurig! If you plan to cook during your trip, we encourage you to bring along any spices, condiments, & oils you may need as we do not provide any perishable or non perishable items. We have an easy to use high chair, cutlery, cups, and plastic dishes for our tiny travelers as well!
Directly off the living area you can find the bedroom with a memory foam King bed with an abundance of pillows for a comfortable nights sleep. Under the King bed are two memory foam twin trundle beds, that easily pull out on either side of the bed. A pack and play is offered for families with little ones traveling-one less item to pack! A Roku enabled tv is perfect for relaxing in bed watching your favorite shows at the end of the day.
The bathroom offers a shower & tub to enjoy baths, soft towels, and plenty of space to get ready in. We've designed this space with the comforts of home & not a cramped & cold hotel feel!
Our laundry room offers guests the convenience of a full washer and dryer for use during your stay. No need to visit the laundromat!
A few important things to keep in mind:
-Due to this being a residential complex, noise ordinances are at 10pm sharp. We do not permit excessive noise, parties, illegal activity, or disturbances at any time.
-This is a bottom unit, so there is a potential for noise. Any noise from the top floor is beyond our control. If you are extremely sensitive to noise we do NOT recommend this location, please ask us about another location that may be a better fit for your stay!
-While we do host groups 25 years or younger at our discretion, we must be notified before your confirmed booking. We do not host one night bookings for ages 25 and younger at any time.
-Any stay that a house trained pet will be included in MUST be disclosed when booking, as a pet fee of $50 is required. We do not accept more than 2 dogs, and pets must be crated when unattended and cleaned up after inside and out. Pets are not permitted on furniture at any time. ADA recognized service animals are not charged a pet fee, but ESA (Emotional Support Animals) are still subject to pet fee. False information regarding a service animal is against the law in our state, so we appreciate your honesty in this matter.
-We are NOT beachfront, you can't see the beach, you can't stick your toes in the sand from the front door, and you do have to get in your vehicle to drive to the PUBLIC beach access that is 3/4 mile from our condo. We do not have a gated or private beach access at this location. We do provide beach towels for guests but any other beach or pool items are not guaranteed.
-This is a mixed community with residential & short term guests alike. While the gated community itself is a "community in transition" with updates to the exterior being improved steadily, we do not have control over any "look" of the exterior of our condo. We have gone above & beyond to create a beautiful & cozy space INSIDE for our guests enjoyment!
Interaction with Guests:
We are always available for our guests anytime before and during your trip. It is highly encouraged to read our listing in detail for any questions about the space, location, and amenities.
We ask, please, for NO text message communication as you will not receive a response. Our strong preference is communication directly through your booking platform so that we have all the details of your trip to make assisting you a breeze.
If you’re a first time traveler on a major booking platform, please download the app for ease of access to your trip details & communication.
For more immediate needs and emergencies please place a phone call to Matthew (and be sure to know where you're staying and the logistics of your trip!). We can be reached most times of the day, with the exception of the middle of the night-and will do our absolute best to take care of any needs and questions as soon as they arise!
