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Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included

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Smart TV, DVD player, books
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included

Welcome to Southbay by the Gulf unit #68. Our updated town home is just steps away from the beach & patio backs to main swimming pool. Rental includes "Free Beach Service" (Mar-Oct). Every morning an umbrella and two chairs will be reserved for you and your family on the beach. We also have some beach toys for the kids to enjoy during your stay located in guest patio closet. Our beach town home is located in the most popular section of Southbay and has become extremely popular for many return guest.
Southbay by the Gulf is a community of privately owned town homes. This resort style community is located on 300 feet of one of the world's most beautiful private beaches with pristine powder white sand and crystal clear water. The property also has a 5 acre stocked freshwater lake to enjoy catching bass and brim. Park in your reserved parking spot within steps of your front door and avoid all those high-rise condo headaches.
This privately owned two story beach town home has been recently updated in 2022 and is a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath that sleeps 8 and has approximately 1300 square feet of living space. This beautifully decorated beach town home is well appointed with everything you need to make your vacation memorable. Step out of your patio door for a swim in the pool or about a 2 minute walk to the beautiful beach. No streets to cross.
Some of the amenities of Southbay Unit 68 beach town home include:
Downstairs/ first floor:
Key-less front door lock (No more worrying about keys!)
Remodeled kitchen with new counter tops
Kitchen cabinets and pantry with plenty of storage space
stainless steel dishwasher
over the oven stainless steel microwave
stainless steel Glass-top stove / oven
New pots and pans, dishes and utensils
Blender, toaster, crock pot, coffee maker
stainless steel full size refrigerator with ice maker
Snack bar area with mini beverage fridge
Full-size washer and dryer
New Living room set with Queen Sleeper Sofa and love seat
New cocktail and end table with lamp
New Flat Screen 60" Ultra High Definition TV/ Blu-Ray player / Cable with remote
New Dining table and chairs
Patio guest closet to store your beach accessories
Remodeled Half bath
New tile floors
“Free”High Speed Wireless Internet
Upstairs / second story:
Master Bedroom- King size bedroom suite, flat screen TV with cable and remote, night stand with lamp, ceiling fan, private full bathroom with tub / shower, and walk in closet with plenty of storage space.
Second Bedroom - Queen Bedroom set, flat screen TV with cable and remote, ceiling fan, night stand with lamp, and closet with plenty of storage space.
Third Bedroom- 2 twin beds, flat screen TV with cable and remote, ceiling fan, night stand with lamp, and closet with plenty of storage space.
Full Bathroom- Full size shared bathroom with tub / shower for the Second and Third Bedrooms.
Back Yard Patio- Private brick paved patio backs up to swimming pool so you can grill while watching your family enjoy swimming, charcoal BBQ grill, new outdoor dining table and chairs, and beach toys located in the patio storage closet.
All guest have access to the property's 300 foot of private beach, two adult swimming pools and two pools for children with an air compressor station to blow up your inflatables. You can also play tennis or shuffleboard in the lighted tennis court area, fish for bass and brim in the five acre stocked lake, or enjoy feeding the lake’s many ducks, turtles and birds from the bridge and gazebos.
Southbay by the Gulf is located in the heart of Destin and is close to restaurants, supermarkets, deep sea fishing charters, pontoon boat rentals, and golf. Southbay is close to other popular attractions such as the Big Kahuna water park, The Track recreation center, Harbor Walk Village, and the Silver Sands Outlet Mall.
Southbay #68 is the perfect beach town home to vacation with family and friends and has everything to offer to make your vacation relaxing and memorable. Our town home has become a favorite for many return guest that have become a part of our beach town home family, so reserve your preferred dates today as our townhome books up very fast.
Put your flip flops on, and come enjoy a relaxing time at our family friendly town home and have some fun in the sun!
Thank you,
Chris and Kellie Bufkin
Must be 25 year or older to rent this property and a maximum of 8 people.

Property manager

Kellie Bufkin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

3 Bd/2.5 Bath Updated Townhome Discounted Fall Rates

About the area

Map
Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritaville Restaurant Destin - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Back Porch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Donut Hole Bakery Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merlin's Pizza (Destin) - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included located?

Nestled on the beach, this Destin condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

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Updated 3 bedroom 2+ bath condo-steps to beach & pool-beach service included Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

The house was nice. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook for the week. Beds were comfortable. Great location right by the pool and a 2 min walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great stay, great place! Second time I have stayed in this condo complex and I love it!! Didn’t have beach service the first time, but had it at this unit and it made such a difference!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Short walk to the beach pool access very clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

beautiful place i would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Perfect location and amenities for a family trip! Kids ages 3,6,9 all loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

The condo was exactly what we expected. It was decorated very cute and was extremely clean ( my aunt cleans houses so she looked). The owner Kelli was very easy to talk to and very quick when responding about any questions. We will definitely be booking same place next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

We had a few issues at the beginning but they were addressed and handled.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great place and convenient right beside the pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Super clean and cozy beach townhouse. Right by the pool. Short walk to an awesome section of beach. Close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

The townhouse was so clean! We had a great time. The location is right by the gate to get into the pool and just a few minute walk to the beach. The property is a convenient part of Destin Both the owner and property manager were quick to respond. We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Overall we where very pleased with this property! It was hard to find, but once u did it was convenient to all locations. It was a enjoyable stay and place, I would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10

We loved it here. Great location and easy walk to the beach. We will definitely come back here. The only issue was the air conditioning didn’t cool the upstairs very well. Ceiling fans on high helped. Run don’t walk and book this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This rental was perfect for a family! Everything was so clean and nice. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could need! Our children really enjoyed having the pool right off the back patio! The beach is just a quick 3ish minute walk which was absolutely perfect. The location was perfect and such a nice neighborhood. We would absolutely love to stay here again next family vacation :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

Everything was exactly as advertised. The updates are super cute and homey. They thought of everything kitchen wise and amenities. Location by the pool is fantastic and a quick walk to the beach. Couldn’t have loved our stay more, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

This property is beautifully decorated and being by the pool is a great location. I would recommend unit 68 to friends and would personally stay there again,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10

The condo was beautifully remodeled as stated with a great deal of thought placed into storage. We took our kids and their friends, and there were enough amenities to keep everyone happy and entertained. The boys enjoyed feeding the turtles and ducks as well as fishing in the lake, and the teen girls had a blast hanging at the beach and pool. We would certainly come back here again and would recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

The condo had everything we needed. The convenience of the pool which is literally outside the back door and the walk to the beach was perfect. We enjoyed fishing in the lake and even caught a few. 😃 We will definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Condo was perfect for our Destin fishing trip! Looked as cute and clean as pictures advertised. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook our fresh catch of the day . 🎣🐠 Beautiful private beach just steps away with chairs / umbrella to enjoy. Hope to visit and stay in #68 again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Loved everything about property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

This condo was perfect for our stay! The beach was truly only a short walk. The beach service was a great added service. The unit was beautifully decorated and very clean. The boys loved the pickle ball court. I personally loved the well equipped kitchen. It had everything that we needed that made for quick meal prep. We hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

I chose this location based upon previous reviews. If you are reading this, BOOK it! The townhome is perfect for all ages as I traveled with my children (under 10) and my parents who are in their 70’s. The townhome was very clean and had all amenities we needed during our stay. The swimming pool and beach are conveniently located near home. The owner was pleasant and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Beautifully decorated, close to everything, kitchen had everything you could need. And right across from pool. But please put up a medicine cabinet or shelves in the bathrooms
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Just returned from our first trip to Destin, and we could not have found a better place to stay for our family. This townhome was beautifully updated, comfortable, lovely beach decor, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The townhome backed up to the swimming pool and was only a short walk to the beach which made it very convenient since we have small children. The property is centrally located in Destin and is within walking distance to many shopping and dining options. The owners were great and provided us with all the information we needed for our trip. I would highly recommend unit 68 and we are already planning to return next year.

10/10

We loved Southbay by the Gulf! The accommodations were great! We didn't have to mess with traffic to get to the beach as we had private beach access and access to a private pool. The townhome was cozy and we had plenty of room. The area in which the townhome is located is quiet, which we loved too. The only suggestions we would make would be to have extra toilet paper and trash bags for stays that are longer than a few days. The sprinkler system outside smelt like sewer but only when it was running. We were told by another guest that the pool was heated but it was not {the kids in our group still enjoyed swimming in it and during the hottest parts of the day the pool was nice..unsure if it was supposed to be heated or not}. Other than this we really enjoyed our stay and would come back to enjoy a beach vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The property has been updated and was clean and comfortable. The back door opens up to the pool which was well maintained and had ample seating. The tennis/pickleball courts were close as well and we enjoyed playing several times. The beach access is just a short walk across the parking lot. The chairs and umbrella were set up for us each day (tip the chair guy!) it’s a lovely beach with beautiful clear water and soft white sand. Many stores and restaurants are close by and easy to locate. My only complaint/suggestion would be to have more things available that you would need during a week”s stay. This would include bottled hand soap in the bathrooms, a few extra trash bags in the kitchen and Kleenexes. We also had to go buy extra toilet paper as there was not much extra provided. Overall, we had a great stay and would book here again if we were to return to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024