[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn Fun on the beach, near Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99499200/99499103/1a74d575.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99499200/99499103/ce7d9366.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99499200/99499103/4627d845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99499200/99499103/7a7c7a33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99500000/99499200/99499103/738f9fc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Emerald Dawn, a luxurious 4-story Gulf Front home in Dunes of Destin. With private beach access and stunning gulf views from 4 bedrooms, unwind by the plunge pool or on the balconies as you sip your coffee and watch the waves. This family-friendly haven features an elevator, butler's pantry, professional gas range with pot filler, two sets of washer/dryers for convenience. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 184538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn Top Reasons to Book this Luxury Beach Home: \* Fabulous Beach Front 🏖️Home in Dunes of Destin \* Pool Deck with Adirondacks, Loungers and Plunge Pool \* Gulf Views from 4 Bedrooms \* 5 Kings with Ensuite Baths \* Professional Gas Range with Pot Filler \*Butler’s Pantry \* Elevator \*Two Sets of Washer/Dryers \* Kitchenette on Lower Level \* Newly Renovated w/Stunning Architecture \* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service Welcome to the luxurious 4 story Gulf Front home, Emerald Dawn! Located in the prestigious Dunes of Destin gated community, this 8 bedroom 7 and a half bath home is family-friendly with stunning gulf views and outdoor front security cameras. Relax in the private plunge pool or at the beach from the home's private beach access. Enjoy many balconies or the back porch as you sip your coffee and watch the waves crash against the shore. On the first floor, you will find a guest room with 2 twin/twin bunk beds and a queen/queen bunk bed with a shared bathroom and kitchenette. On the second floor, you will find the living room and a new kitchen equipped with high-end appliances and a half bath. On the third floor, you will find a Master king room and ensuite bathroom and 2 guest rooms with king beds and ensuite bathrooms. On the fourth floor, you will find a Master king room with an ensuite bathroom 3 guest rooms with a king bed, 2 twin/twin bunk beds, and a queen/queen bunk bed. This home sleeps 20 comfortably. Come and plan your stay at this luxurious getaway! \*Please note: The elevator is currently under maintenance. For updates on availability during your stay, contact us directly at RealJoy. \*There is a ZERO tolerance pet policy at this home. Violations will result in guests being asked to leave immediately, an additional cleaning fee assessed and the unused portion of their payment will NOT be refunded.\* \*This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. \* "In accordance with HOA rules, personal beach umbrellas are not permitted to ensure guest safety. However, a seasonal beach vendor is available for the rental of beach chairs and umbrellas at your own expense." \*Pool Heating - is available Seasonally for $50 per day. Please note that pool heat is available starting on the day you request it to be turned on and must be paid for for the entirety of your stay-no partial-day bookings. To ensure we can accommodate your request, we kindly ask for at least 72 hours' notice before your arrival or the day you’d like the pool heated. For any questions or to book pool heat for your stay, please contact us! \*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates\* Snowbird Season runs from November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional cleaning fee. The Bed Setup: 1st Floor Guest Bedroom 1: Two Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds & Queen-over-Queen Bunk Bed 3rd Floor Master Bedroom 1: King Bed w/ensuite bathroom Guest Bedroom 2: King Bed w/ ensuite bathroom Guest Bedroom 3: King Bed w/ ensuite bathroom 4th Floor Master Bedroom 2: King Bed w/ ensuite bathroom Guest Bedroom 4: King Bed w/ ensuite bathroom Guest Bedroom 5: Two Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds Guest Bedroom 6: Queen-over-Queen Bunk Bed Area Attractions: This home is a few miles away from Harbor Walk Village. Here you can find waterfront shopping, paddle board, and kayak rentals, pontoon and jet ski rentals, parasailing, glass bottom boats, world-class fishing, pirate ship excursions, dolphin cruises, concerts and live music, weekly fireworks, live entertainment, an array of restaurants, including Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville and Harry T’s, to satisfy all tastes. You will be sure to find something for the whole family to enjoy! Close by is Destin Commons, an outdoor shopping and entertainment venue, family and pet-friendly, where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also, for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground and a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including AMC Movie Theaters, Destin City Food Hall, and Top Golf. This property is close to Big Kahuna's Waterpark, full of great splashing fun for the kids. It is a short drive to grocery shopping and some of Destin's best dining: the Pancakery, Crackings, Que Pasa, and Nothing Bundt Cakes! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - 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 - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - 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 - Water skiing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 4,538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21680000/21677300/21677297/6feb6904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Upgraded 8-Bedroom Beachfront Home with Private Pool! 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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 5438 ## 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%7C30.38454%2C-86.47729&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Pr7Ek724i7C9aie53ywU8gkVtYo=) Destin, FL #### What's nearby - Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Henderson Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 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) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk - ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬10 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Pancakery - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Stunning Beach Front w/Plunge Pool I Elevator I 5 Kings I 8BR Emerald Dawn located? > Nestled on the beach, this Destin vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk. Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay 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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