Title: Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area Vacation home with private pool, 9-minute walk to Miramar Beach ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881816/73619cdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881816/27103d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881816/811aa6de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881816/b1b0dac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881816/0e4e53fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area and take advantage of golfing on site, a water park, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities and babysitting service, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area Sleeping Arrangements Two Story House | 1st floor – Master, King Bed; Living room, Sleeper Sofa 2nd floor – Guest Bedroom 1, King Bed; Guest Bedroom 2 , Queen Bed; Guest Bedroom 3; Two Twin Over Full Custom Built Bunkbeds Experience Your Vacation Haven The charm can’t be beat in this brand-new vibrant beach house located in the decadent Villages of Crystal Beach community in Destin, Florida. Barracuda Beach House is a two-story beach house rental that sleeps 12 in 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Everything about the home is as well-appointed as the post Crystal Beach community. The open-concept first floor has plenty of space for gathering and entertaining. The kitchen’s corner counter bar seats 6 while the luxe dining table accommodates 6. There’s plenty of seating in the adjacent living area and a flat-screen TV, perfect for family movie nights! There’s a master with a king bed and private en suite on the first floor, a half bath, and the sofa folds into a bed to maximize the home’s occupancy potential. Upstairs, discover three additional bedrooms including the nautically themed children’s room, which features two custom built bunk beds with 2 full beds and 2 twin beds. The master suite has a king bed and private bath, and the princess suite has a queen bed and private bath. Every room has a flat screen TV. Everything in the home is new and custom-selected. Additional features like spacious standing showers, elegant double vanities, and stone finishes help set the details of this beach house apart! You’ll love experiencing the tropical Crystal Beach community. The luxurious pool and tiki bar are a fun escape in and of themselves. Of course, with the Emerald Coast being a mere 2.5 blocks away, you’ll find it hard to resist the lure of the sugar white sand beaches. The seasonal trolley service makes it even easier to come and go, and the community’s proximity to the Destin Commons puts every amenity Destin has to offer at your fingertips. Guest Walk-Through Two Story House – 1st floor – One Bedroom, One and a Half Bathrooms, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Area, Patio 2nd floor – Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Area, Laundry, Balcony Access Unit Amenities – Covered Patio, Balcony, Laundry Community Amenities- Community pool, Sand Volleyball Court, Grilling Area, Tiki Lounge Area, Seasonal Trolley About the Community of the Villages of Crystal Beach The Villages of Crystal Beach is one of Destin’s premier gated vacation communities! This luxurious community has a free trolley service during peak tourism season, taking you straight to your Emerald Coast beachfront access! The community has one of the nicest private pools in Destin as well. There’s also a grilling area, and a lounge area for guests. NO GOLF CART RENTALS ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY You’re within walking distance to everything the Emerald Coast Parkway has to offer, just across from the posh Destin Commons, which has 75 shops, restaurants, and so much more! Entertainment and opportunities for fun abound. For an additional cost, you can experience all of Destin’s best amenities including world-class golf, boating, fishing, and so much more! Local Favorites MVH guests receive savings with our Local Favorites. Enjoy discounts to restaurants, beach activities, and shopping so you can save while you stay. MVH Beach Closet This property offers a Beach Closet stocked with complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella for use during your stay. MVH Rental Restrictions Please reference the Rental Restrictions and Terms of Use. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75882000/75881901/d1551ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Near the Beach ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool Crystal Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=75881901&PinnedHotelID=75881901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881876/5eeed432.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Near the Beach Crystal Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 55 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=75881876&PinnedHotelID=75881876&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75882200/75882186/b8d89615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Pet Friendly Crystal Beach - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 67 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=75882186&PinnedHotelID=75882186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44210000/44202900/44202874/65406cf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Beach • Pet-Friendly • BBQ Grill • Golf Cart for Rent • Destin Area Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 96 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=44202874&PinnedHotelID=44202874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75890000/75881900/75881830/d999c30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lagoon Style Pool ~ Walk to the Beach ~ Gated Community ~ Private Porch Crystal Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=75881830&PinnedHotelID=75881830&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92240000/92238800/92238784/19dc1b39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Destin Pointe Beach House | Sleeps 12 | Private Community Pool | Beach Access Holiday Isle - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=92238784&PinnedHotelID=92238784&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31860000/31859800/31859788/2862d696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Massive Entertainment Space - 7 houses from the Pool! 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Great Location to the Beach, Harbor & Shopping Crystal Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 96 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=33743759&PinnedHotelID=33743759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66160000/66150300/66150245/23c8aede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Crystal Beach!!! Resort Style Pool!!! Crystal Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=66150245&PinnedHotelID=66150245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2181-233065 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.38721%2C-86.41875&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VyN3R7UTK34EZV7t4w3WrwnhR14=) Destin, FL #### What's nearby - Destin Commons - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Miramar Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km - James Lee Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Henderson Beach State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk - ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬11 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Family Friendly ~ Gated Community ~ Lagoon Style Pool ~ Open Living Area located? > Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Destin Commons and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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