[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach Lakefront vacation home with private pool and kitchen ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61630000/61626900/61626818/b05c8b08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61630000/61626900/61626818/a65657e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61630000/61626900/61626818/ba7dc4b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61630000/61626900/61626818/7524b850.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61630000/61626900/61626818/0e95de1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Great Escape, a beautiful lakefront home in Destin, offers a serene retreat with its private pool and stunning views of the lake from the third-story master suite. Take a 5-minute walk to the beach or ride complimentary bikes for an easy trip. Enjoy spacious interiors featuring stainless-steel appliances, ample seating areas and bar space perfect for gatherings. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 203453 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach The Great Escape - Lakefront Vacation Rental in Destin with Private Pool Favorite Features: \- Lakefront w/ Gorgeous Water Views \- Private Pool \- Golf Cart \- 3-Minute Walk from the Beach More about The Great Escape: The Great Escape is a gorgeous lakefront home with a private pool and a stunning master suite with sweeping views of the lake. Located in the heart of Destin, The Great Escape is close to shopping, dining, and most importantly, the beach! The beach is just a 3-minute walk away or take the complimentary bikes for a quicker trip. Get the best view from the third-story master suite with a lookout deck and beautiful windows to see every angle from inside. The Great Escape is truly a gorgeous home with relaxing views and a spacious interior. With sleeping for 20 guests, this home is perfect for multi-family vacations, and large gatherings. Inside this three-story beauty is a spacious and coastal interior with plenty of space to spread out and relax. The large living room features plenty of seating for everyone around the flat-screen TV and boasts a view of the lake from the balcony. A bar with seating is just off the living room, making this the ultimate place to hold your gatherings. A large kitchen features stainless-steel commercial Viking appliances, additional bar seating, and ample counter and cabinet space. Guests can enjoy their family meal in the formal dining room with seating for 12. Whether your enjoying your time outside on the private pool deck and enjoying the lake view, or inside the spacious and coastal interior unwinding with a glass of red wine, The Great Escape has so much to offer! Sleeping Arrangements: FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: 3 Queen Beds & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Bedroom 2: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Bedroom 3: King Bed. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 4: King Bed with Shared Balcony & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. THIRD FLOOR Bedroom 5: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub. Private Balcony & Water View. Additional Arrangements: Full over Full Bunk Bed & Twin over Twin Bunk. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 3,453 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90940000/90930600/90930571/1ecf1608.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lazy Bones - Vacation Home Near the Beach with Private Pool & Golf Cart Crystal Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=90930571&PinnedHotelID=90930571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112500000/112494200/112494176/f359b088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Vue. 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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 459312 ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Fat Daddy's Arcade are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. [Visit our Destin travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Destin.dx6906) [View more Vacation homes in Destin](https://www.expedia.ca/Destin-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6906-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C30.38290%2C-86.41381&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6Cm6F5fw8zqCAlOno-QYC4X3If4=) Destin, FL ### What's nearby - Miramar Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - James Lee Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Destin Commons - 14 min walk - 1.3 km - Henderson Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 7 min drive - 6.6 km ### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬10 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪El Jalisco Destin - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Great Escape - Huge 3 Story Lakefront Home with Private Pool & Near the Beach located? > Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Beach and Miramar Beach. Henderson Beach State Park and James Lee Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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