Summary:
Your dream beach getaway awaits! This spacious Crystal Beach home offers a private pool, hot tub, and sun loungers—just 2 blocks from the Gulf. Enjoy 2 pool-view balconies, a free 6-person golf cart, and a quiet neighborhood near Destin Commons, dining & shops. Perfect for families or snowbirds, with special rates available. Bonus: VayKLife credit included with every rental!
The Space:
Commander’s Retreat | Luxury Destin Vacation Rental with Private Pool, Hot Tub & Golf Cart | Sleeps 18 Near Beach
Welcome to Commander’s Retreat, a luxury Destin vacation rental where elevated coastal design meets effortless comfort, creating the perfect setting for unforgettable group getaways, multi-family vacations, and special celebrations along Florida’s Emerald Coast. This brand-new 6-bedroom, 6-bath beach home is thoughtfully designed to accommodate up to 18 guests, offering expansive living spaces, upscale finishes, and resort-style amenities that make every moment of your stay feel indulgent and seamless.
This beautiful beach home offers spacious indoor and outdoor gathering areas designed for memorable family vacations and group getaways. Inside, the large dining table with benches creates the perfect setting for shared meals, games, and conversation, while the upstairs entertainment area adds even more fun with two arcade games and a foosball table.
Outdoors, the home stands out with lush landscaping that adds to its charm and privacy, including grass, palm trees, and flowering shrubs rarely found together in many beach properties. The private pool area is surrounded by an abundance of comfortable outdoor furnishings, including Polywood loungers, Adirondack chairs, tables, cushioned chairs, and a sofa, giving guests plenty of space to relax, gather, and enjoy the Florida sunshine.
When it is time for the beach, guests will love how close the home is to the sand. Located just a short stroll straight down Barracuda to the beach access, the walk is approximately 300 yards, making it exceptionally convenient for beach days without the longer walks some nearby homes require. Spend your mornings soaking in the sunshine, your afternoons exploring the shoreline, and your evenings enjoying the vibrant coastal lifestyle that makes Destin a premier vacation destination.
🏡 Luxury Outdoor Living | Private Pool + Hot Tub
Step into your private backyard oasis featuring:
Huge private pool (perfect for groups & families)
Relaxing hot tub/spa
Spacious pool deck with lounge chairs for sunbathing
Covered patio with outdoor seating & gas grill
Ideal space for evening gatherings, cookouts, and entertaining
✨ Modern Coastal Design + Open Living Spaces
This new construction beach home blends modern coastal design with upscale finishes, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere:
Open-concept living area with designer furnishings & large TV
White shiplap accents for a clean, coastal aesthetic
High-speed Wi-Fi + smart TVs throughout
The fully equipped chef’s kitchen features:
Stainless steel appliances
Subway tile backsplash
Large island + breakfast bar seating
Farm-style dining table perfect for group meals
🛏️ 6 Private Suites | Sleeps 18 Comfortably
Each of the six bedrooms is designed for privacy and comfort, featuring:
Private en-suite bathrooms in EVERY bedroom!
Smart TVs in all rooms
Ideal layout for multi-family vacations or group travel
Bedroom highlights include:
Two suites on the main floor (one with direct pool access)
Four upstairs suites, including two with private balcony access overlooking the pool
🚗 Included Amenities for a Seamless Stay
FREE 6-seat golf cart (easy beach access + exploring Destin)
Private pool & hot tub
Gas grill + outdoor entertaining space
High-speed internet for remote work or streaming
Ample parking
🌊 Why Guests Love Commander’s Retreat
Walkable + golf cart access to the beach
Close to Destin Commons, restaurants, and attractions
Perfect for large groups, reunions, and luxury family vacations
Brand-new home with high-end finishes
Designed for both relaxation and entertaining
📍 Book Your Destin Beach Getaway Today
Whether you're planning a family beach vacation, group retreat, or special celebration, Commander’s Retreat delivers the perfect blend of location, luxury, and comfort on Florida’s Emerald Coast.
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:
Beach Towels: Starting March 15th, the rental of this home with include 12 large, high quality beach towels to use during your stay with Beach Reunion.
BEACH CHAIRS: Complimentary beach service is offered for our the season, March 1-October 31! Service includes 2 chairs and 1 umbrellas set up daily on the beach from 9 AM-5 PM! Chairs located at the Barracuda Street access; please seek an attendant with Twilight Beach Service for further information.
Electric Street-Legal Golf Cart Rentals: Beach Reunion offers additional 6 seat lithium battery Golf Carts for $100 a day. We offer a 10% discount to our guests. We have 2024 models and charging stations at the houses. Book your golf cart at BRLSV.com
VayKLife (Beach Equipment): You will receive up to $245 credit (based on length of stay) toward complimentary beach gear when you book this Beach Reunion home! Browse and select available gear to include paddleboards, kayaks, bikes, umbrellas and beach lounge chairs. All gear will be delivered upon arrival and picked up upon departure. Maximize your vacation time by setting up your rental equipment needs before you even leave the house!
Pool Heat: From October 1st-May 1st, the private pool can be heated for an additional fee of $75/Day. The pool heat must be purchased for the entire stay.
Amenities: Each home will include a starter supply of the following amenities: Bathrooms: Massage Body Bar, Body Lotion, Shampoo, Conditioner, and Hand/Body Bar.
Kitchen: Dish Sponge, Dishwasher Tablets, Liquid Dish Soap, and Laundry Tablets. *Once this supply is used, you are responsible for providing your own items.
Margarita Machines: Beach Reunion proudly partners with Firefighter Margaritas to offer commercial frozen margarita machines for rent (additional fee). Enjoy restaurant-quality frozen drinks or virgin slushies poolside or at the beach—perfect for family vacations, weddings, retreats, and group gatherings. Visit our Margarita Machine page for details.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* PETS: Please note, for the safety of the owner with severe allergies, this home is a strict no pet, non-pet friendly home, no exceptions.
* Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age to book and occupy this property. No College/Student groups permitted.
HOUSE LAYOUT:
FIRST FLOOR:
Spacious Living Area with TV, 2 Couches and 2 Wingback Chairs
Open Kitchen with All Stainless Steel Appliances + Barstool Island Seating for 5
Dining Room Space with Bench Seating for 8
Half Bathroom
King Suite with Private Bathroom, Sleeps 2
Bunk Room with 2 Sets of Full/Full Beds, Private Bathroom, Sleeps 4
SECOND FLOOR:
Open Seating Area with 2 Wingback Chairs and Couch, Wetbar with Fridge & Microwave
Bunk Room with Private Bathroom, 2 Sets of Twin/Full Bunks, Sleeps 6
King Suite with Private Bathroom, Sleeps 2
King Suite with Private Bathroom, Sleeps 2
Queen Suite with Private Bathroom, Sleeps 2
CHECK IN 2:00 PM (CT) | CHECK OUT 9:00 AM (CT)
Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the home! About 3 to 5 days prior to guests arrival date an email for check-in will be sent to the email address on file. The email will contain everything about the home and information needed during your stay. All homes are keyless entry with a code made specific for each guest. All homes are self check-in.
The Neighborhood:
The property is situated in a perfect location in Destin. On the quiet and un-crowded western end of Scenic Gulf Drive, only about 300 yards to a beautiful beach access . Commanders Retreat is located close to Destin’s premier shopping and dining district of the "Destin Commons", and the adjacent shopping developments in "Paradise Key"; which is an easy bike ride, or just a short drive away... yet far enough away not to impede upon your beach atmosphere at home.
The Crystal Beach neighborhood is Destin’s best beach area and The Beach House is located in the nicest and most convenient part of Crystal Beach! Park your car until you`re ready to drive it home if you can bring yourself to leave!
Getting Around:
You can drive, walk, get a bicycle rental or golf cart rental. With the area to the home being central, you are just moments away from all the best that Destin has to offer!.
Other Things to Note:
College/Student groups are NOT allowed. All renters must be 25 and older with the exception to family vacations.*
During the summer months, please note that if the main doors and windows are not shut while running the AC, the unit will freeze. Please ensure you keep doors and windows closed to prevent loss of AC flow.
Free concierge services- our concierge can help you plan the vacation of a lifetime!
Starter set of supplies. We will get you started and you take it from there! Includes 1-2 rolls toilet paper per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, 1 trash bag per trash can, travel size dish soap, and dish washing liquid. These items are meant to get guests settled in. Once items have been used, its guests responsibility to replenish items.
This home has a private gas grill.
Interaction with Guests:
With our office open 7 days a week, its easy to get in contact with us. You can send us a direct email or call us. Within the first 24 hours, we do ask that if upon arriving to the home, it needs the attention of our housekeeping staff or maintenance team members, you notify the office. We like to ensure all matters are dealt with swiftly so your stay is not interrupted.
