Summary:
Beautiful coastal home with endless views! Huge entertaining areas with amazing custom beach furnishings and art, this is a one of a kind beach house!!
Please SEE: Other Things to Note
For Area Details, Please SEE: The Neighborhood & Getting Around
*Pet Friendly, fee applies per pet.
*Pool Heated by request, fee applies.
*Golf Cart (LSV) Rental Partner Discount!
The Space:
Castaway Castle, Home Features:
• 6 Bedroom, 4 Bath - Available for up to 16 Guests!
• Private Holiday Isle Beach Access (Gated Beach!)
• 2-Story Home with Vaulted Ceilings
• Private Heated Pool
• New 4k UHD Smart TV's in Every Room
• Free WiFi & Large Outdoor Deck with Grill
*Winter "Snowbird" rates available. Message for priority pricing.
Welcome to Castaway Castle! This is a newly remodeled, redecorated, and newly furnished Gulf and Harbor view home. It is absolutely fresh and stunning in the way it feels as a beach style vacation home. A Plantation styled estate with gorgeous sprawling staircase leads into luxurious appointments. This home has one of the most unique features of any Holiday Isle home. From almost any interior room or porch of this home, our guests have views of either the waters of the Destin Harbor, or the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. When the weather doesn't hold up enjoy brand new 4k UHD Smart TV's in every room of the house!
This luxurious beach vacation home is rich with Southern Plantation style architecture in its exterior design. This home’s interior styling, design, and layout is very open and airy, and it makes visiting and entertaining with a large group incredibly easy, and enjoyable with all of the open space and plentiful daylight streaming in the numerous floor and ceiling height windows in every room. The majestic 2 story southern style porches on the front of the house welcome guests with a grand white entry staircase and white wicker rocking chairs to relax in while feeling the ocean breezes that typically blow strong here at Magnolia Palms.
This gracious home rests upon a private estate sized lot with beautiful resort-like landscaping. This includes lush and mature palm trees and other seasonal flowers. This well- appointed vacation home has a heated pool with a large adjacent deck area, which gives our guests the option to recreate right here in relaxed luxury.
The huge open main floor great room area features a two story vaulted ceiling area with ceiling height windows which let in abundant daylight everywhere and provide unparalleled views of the Harbor! The U-shaped kitchen is large enough for any food preparation tasks, while they visit with everyone in the adjacent 2 story great room and living area.
First Floor: Sleeps 6
Built-in Twin Bunk Beds (sleeps 2)
Built-in Twin Bunk Beds (sleeps 2)
Queen Sleeper Sofa (sleeps 2)
Game Room with TV and seating
Private Heated Pool and Deck
Underpass Gathering Area
Second Floor: Sleeps 4
King Suite with Bathroom (sleeps 2)
King Suite with Bathroom (sleeps 2)
2 story Great Room
Fully Stocked Kitchen and Bar
Dining Area
Large outdoor Deck with Propane Grill
Third Floor: Sleeps 6
King Suite with Bathroom (sleeps 2)
King Suite with Bathroom (sleeps 2)
Kids Room with 2 Twins (sleeps 2)
2nd Living Room
*Please note: Pool heat is seasonal and only available for request October - May. Nightly fee applies.
Guest Access:
We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. 850 Vacations by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.
• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.
Holiday Isle Beach Access:
The property is located on Holiday Isle and features private beach access to the community beach in Destin that lays between the Gulf of Mexico and the Destin harbor. Holiday Isle in Destin, Florida is known for its gated beachfront access with limited access to our Holiday Isle homeowners and guests. Miles of relaxing white-sand beaches to walk, some great shore fishing, deep-sea fishing right in the harbor, and some of the most authentic waterside experience this little slice of Northwest Florida paradise has to offer. -- Beach service is available from the local vendor directly, rates vary with Daily or Weekly services including 2 beach chairs and 1 umbrella. Contact local vendor for rates.
-- This gated beach is accessed by key cards, which are provided in the home.*
Golf Cart Rental Discount
- Portoro has partnered with Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC to offer our guests 15% Off their golf cart rental! Contact details and pricing for Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC will be listed at the property and in your check-in details.
The Neighborhood:
Known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk, Destin is located in northwest Florida, or the Panhandle. Destin is known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village." From fishing, beaches and water sports to golf, theme parks and aquariums. There's something for everyone to have an amazing vacation experience!
Things to See:
• Local Experiences: Destin History & Fishing Museum, Gator Beach - The World's Greatest Alligator Park, IntraCoastal Experience, Mobile Sports Banana Boat Rides
• Local Restaurants & Shopping
- Restaurants: Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House, Boathouse Oyster Bar, The Harbor Tavern, The Back Porch, Bric à Brac
- Shops: Destin Commons, Shoreline Village Mall, Shoppes at Paradise Isle, Crystal Beach Plaza & more!
Annual Festivals & Events:
• Destin Fishing Rodeo
• Destin Seafood Festival
• Baytowne Beer Festival (Known as the "Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast")
• Harbor Destin Boat Parade
• 30A Songwriters Festival
• Sandestin Gumbo Festival
• Mardi Gras Dog Parade
• Fat Tuesday Baytowne Bash Parade
• Sandestin Triathlon
• Baytowne Wharf Art Walk
• Bloody Mary Festival at The Market Shops at Sandestin
We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!
Okaloosa County (Destin, FL) Short-Term Rental Registration No. #STR-018558-2024
Getting Around:
You'll find that Downtown Destin is easily walkable with access to dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment. Guests have access to 13 beaches in the region! Bikes/Cycling or taking public transportation are alternate options. While you may be traveling by your/rental vehicle, if you need additional transportation or nearest airport information, we have you covered!
Traveling to/around Destin, Florida:
• Fort Walton Beach Greyhound Station (8 miles west of Destin)
• Emerald Coast Rider (EC Rider)
• Taxi Cabs [i.e., Destin Sunrise Taxi, City Cab Destin, 654Taxi]
• Uber, Lyft
• Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Coastal Cruisers, Fun Pug Bike Rentals, Rent Gear Here, Sweet Escape Rentals, Telluride Sports]
Airports:
• Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) [8 miles north-northwest of downtown Destin]
• Pensacola International Airport (PNS) [60 miles west of Destin]
• Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) [50 miles east of Destin]
Popular Landmarks:
• Destin Harbor Boardwalk
• Indian Temple Mound Museum
• The Wesley House at Eden Gardens State Park
• Civil War Exhibits
Interaction with Guests:
Our goal is that your vacation exceed your expectations. 850 Vacations by Portoro communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 14 days (or less) prior to arrival date. We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check in. We do typically check in with guests by text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions. We are available to guests 24/7 for any inquiries.
