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Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf!

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Beach nearby
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf!

Kenja Kottage is located in the Beach Retreat subdivision. A short stroll to the private beach access with over 300 feet of beach frontage. This home is close to Pompano Joe Restaurant. It is also a short drive to two major shopping centers. This beautiful two story beach cottage has large wraparound balconies. It is tastefully decorated and has all the amenities to provide you with a fantastic vacation. On the second floor is the main master with a king size bed and master bath with a whirlpool tub and separate shower. The second master is also on the second floor. It has a queen size bed and attached bath as well. Both bedrooms have access doors to the large wraparound balcony for enjoying the evening breezes! On the main floor is the well appointed living room along with a kitchen that boasts stainless steel appliances and granite counter-tops. One bedroom is located on the first floor. It has a queen size bed & a Twin/Twin bunk. A Sofa sleeper is located in the living room for additional guests.
Our home is located in the gated community of Beach Retreat. It is a very short walk to a private beach access with over 300 feet of beach frontage. The neighborhood has brick paved streets lined with colorful Florida Cottages, and a 3000 square foot Community pool is heated during Thanksgiving week, Christmas week and for Spring Break. This home is located within steps of the pool and directly behind the club house with a state of the art fitness room. The Beach Retreat community is within a mile of Pompano Joes, Capt. Dave's and the Crab Trap Restaurants. We are centrally located near to all of Destin's wonderful Restaurants, water sports, children's activities, outlet mall, upscale shopping, casual and fine dining, movie theater and beautiful golf courses.
Whether you wish to shop till you drop or just relax on the white sands and enjoy the crystal clear emerald green waters, Destin is the perfect place for you. Please give me a call, I would love to have you stay at this beautiful home.

The Track Amusement Center in Destin, Florida offers mini golf, Water Bumper Boats, go-carts & for those not faint of heart, Bungee Jumping. Big Kahuna’s Water Park is a favorite for young & old a like. Take a break from the wonderful Destin, Florida beach & spend the day here.
Destin, Florida is known as the ”World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” & boasts of being home to the largest fishing vessel fleet in the state of Florida. Fish from the beach or boat. If you do not want to bring your boat, one of Destin’s many charter boats would love the opportunity to take you out for full or half day excursions. Water surrounds Destin with the inter-coastal waterway to the north and Gulf on the south, creating an abundance of water sports available, including kayaking, wave running, para-sailing, kite surfing, snorkeling and so much more!

Property manager

Kathy Shampine - Kastlekeepers, LLC

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • 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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing 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
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Sat to Sat rentals only during Spring Break and the peak summer season
Must be 25 or older to reserve, Photo I.D required

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: we allow a dog for an additional $150 fee.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Kenja Kottage Charming Cottage Gated Community 1/2 Block Gulf

About the area

Map
Miramar Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • James Lee Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Real Thai Fusion - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pompano Joe's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crab Trap Destin - ‬3 min drive
  • Circle K

Frequently asked questions

Does Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf! have a pool?

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

Is Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Miramar Beach, The Golf Garden of Destin, and James Lee Park. Kitchenique and James Lee Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Kenja Kottage - Charming Cottage in Gated Community - 1/2 block to the Gulf! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacay

This house is awesome. Plenty of beds and towels. Very clean. Nice outside balcony for sitting outside. Made our Destin vacation the best.
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Clean, perfect location, very easy check in. Well supplied kitchen. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margherita V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a good choice

Good staying, great communication with the host . Heated pool right there and 2 steps from the best beach !!! It was a fantastic vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chaitali P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

Great house for a family. Loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and home

We enjoyed our stay at this property. Close to the beach and conveniently located in Miramar Beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay In Miramar

The property was clean and very convenient to everything in the city. Beach was only a short walk and the pool was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson H., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay!

It was the perfect place to stay for the family! Close to the pool and shirt walk to the beach. It was the perfect with house with great kitchen amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Diane N.

Very nice property

Excellent location for beach access
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Destin trip

It was great, we enjoyed the house and everything.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

House was really nice in cute little neighborhood. Steps to the beach and nice area overall.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holli W.

Perfect beach getaway!

Loved the house and the quiet community! Very easy access to the pool and the beach was a short 2-3 minute walk. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Dr. David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

Everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa P., McAlester, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenja Cottage

Kenja Cottage was very nice. The cottage was clean, the owner was very responsive and helpful. The cottage is in a very good location that is gated. It is a very short walk to the beach. We will definitely be back to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gloria C., Western Grove, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Friendly Home Close to Beach

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay so much in Kenja Cottage. We were steps from the beach and the pool. The home was set up beautifully. Super close to all of the things Destin has to offer. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

deborah p.

We had a wonderful time. You can be with the family or sneek off to your room for me time.

This is our second year to stay here, never been anything that was not taken care of. Kathy is a wonderful person to work with, she will go out of her way to help an see that you have a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

Would highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., port dover ontario

Great place perfectly situated

Kathy and Mike super helpful and friendly.We always enjooy our time down in destin.The house is great ,lots of supplies for start upand full equiped kitchen.House always clean..No complaints.
Stayed 98 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Nothin better. Very nice and cozy.

Kenja Kottage is very nice and accessible to the beach and pool. Plenty of peace and quiet, but still close to all of the restaurants. We've stayed 3 times and I honestly have not seen a location I would rather stay it. Be sure to try ACME Oyster Factory and Old Bay Steamer. Our 2 favorites to eat!

6/10 Okay

Diane N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay there every year

Needs updated
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Magan F., Trumann Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

I stayed here with my husband, our one year old son, and Our chihuahua. We loved the cottage! It was very nice and clean and had plenty of room. The entire community was nice and safe. The location was great and the beach was beautiful! I would definitely stay here again and I highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darryl M., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

I would highly recommend this house to anyone! Everything was awesome. Every amenity, great internet for the kids, pool access you could fall out of bed to and cleanliness that was incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison R., Plano, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Girls trip

Had a great time with family. Plenty of room for everyone. Wish we could see the beach from the house but Great close private beach access and love the umbrella service!! Community is clean and quiet. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

JULY VACATION

The property was clean and the property manager was very nice and helpful. We had a disagreement with the cleaning lady because we’d put our stuff in the property early but overall we had a good experience.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!!!

Location to beach and pool were amazing!! We traveled with two families, 4 adults and 6 kids ages ranging from 1-7 and the house was a perfect fit for us. The only thing that would make the place better would be to upgrade the mattresses. Kathy was very quick to respond to a smoke detector issue and had it fixed within the hour.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021