Title: Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views - 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 # Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44370000/44360800/44360745/a3f30611.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44370000/44360800/44360745/50d1c7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44370000/44360800/44360745/71b38513.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44370000/44360800/44360745/6735f254.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44370000/44360800/44360745/0cb6ad69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Dunes of Destin, Diamond in the Dunes offers a unique beach vacation with private pool and spa tub, expansive bunk room, and beautiful Gulf views. Enjoy stunning sunsets on one of the four balconies or step onto the beach via private access. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 266000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - 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. ### Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views Diamond in the Dunes - Vacation Rental in Dunes of Destin Formerly known as Semi-True Story Favorite Features: \- Oceanfront \- Pool (Heat Available) \- Spa Tub \- Private Beach Access \- Elevator \- 4 Bikes Included \- 2 Sets of Beach Service Included More About Diamond in the Dunes: Diamond in the Dunes is a gorgeous, Gulf-front home in Dunes of Destin. This home features beautiful Gulf views with a private pool and beach access for guests to enjoy their vacation with easy access to all of their favorite activities. Upon entering the main floor, guests will be greeted by a spiral staircase and the main area of the home, complete with an elevator for easy access to three floors. Beautiful white walls, updated finishes, LVP floors, and exposed beams create a clean and modern atmosphere. Gather in the living room and enjoy a movie with the family while enjoying the Gulf view from the sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony. The open floor plan of this area is perfect for the family to be together while eating meals or relaxing in the living room. The extravagant kitchen features floating shelves, top-of-the-line commercial appliances, two dishwashers, and a spacious pantry. The entire family can gather around the large dining room table next to windows with beautiful views. Step onto the balcony to experience unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico through seamless glass railings. Also on the balcony, guests can access the pool area from a spiral staircase that leads to the pool deck. The entire lower floor of the home consists of an enormous and unique bunk room with three built-in queen-over-queen-over-queen bunk beds. Two sofas accommodate this space around a large flat-screen TV. There are two bathrooms in this large space, each with two standalone, custom showers. Just off of the bunk area is a queen bedroom and a laundry room. Step onto the pool deck and splash into some fun in this stunning private pool with a built-in spa tub! Guests can also access the beach via private beach access. Upon entering the third floor, guests are welcomed to a common area with a bar complete with floating shelves, a mini-fridge, and a coffee and wine area with a bar table. Two Gulf-front bedrooms, each with a private bath and a walk-in closet, are located on this floor. The master suite boasts beautiful Gulf views with private access to the balcony. The private bathroom has been completely upgraded with a large standalone shower, a separate tub, and a dual-sink vanity. Step onto the balcony where you can see the water through the seamless glass railings while you enjoy a hot cup of coffee. The secondary master is right next door and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and private access to the Gulf-front balcony. The fourth floor is home to four more bedrooms to accommodate your guests. Two of the bedrooms are furnished with king beds and provide guests with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms include king beds and private bathrooms as well as lovely views of the Gulf through the balcony doors and windows. Diamond in the Dunes was renovated to meet the needs of all different types of travelers. Whether you are hosting a family reunion, a wedding, or a corporate retreat, this home is sure to make your vacation unique and memorable. Splash around in the large private pool and spa tub or relax on any of the balconies and enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf and make memories that are sure to last a lifetime. This home is located in the beautiful community of Dunes of Destin and is within walking distance to shopping and dining options in Destin including The Pancake Factory, Target, Winn-Dixie, Hungry Howie's, and more! \*\*Weddings are allowed at the property but not on the beach. Sleeping Arrangements: FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: King Bed. Bedroom 2: 2 Queen over Queen over Queen Bunks. SECOND FLOOR Bedroom 3: Queen Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. Bedroom 4: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. THIRD FLOOR Bedroom 5: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Bedroom 6: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower. Bedroom 7: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. Bedroom 8: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo. Shared Balcony & Gulf View. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 8.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - 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 - Elevator - 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 the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - Unit size: 6,000 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 ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 Vrbo Property Newly Renovated Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views! Newly Renovated Gulf front Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views! Luxury Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views Community Amenities! 412235 ## 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%7C30.38442%2C-86.47662&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U6GYlvGXSXloUr6qm1xRa9wCY6w=) 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 - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.9 km - HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.5 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk - ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬9 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Pancakery - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views located? > Nestled on the beach, this Destin vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 2 mi (3.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### hanna f. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home Gorgeous home. Elevator malfunctioned and property staff promptly came to fix it. The backyard turf area has about a 2 ft drop and isn’t level for use. Neighbors are locals, not friendly whatsoever and called police about noise even though noise ordinance isn’t in effect until 10PM. ##### hanna f. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. Jun 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beauty by the Sea My family had a fabulous time! The access to the beach was wonderful. The beds, linens and accommodations were 5 star. Our only complaint was the ice machine was located on the bottom floor, not in the kitchen. ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas T. Mar 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise by the Sea Stunning property with private pool and exclusive entrance onto semi private beach. Very responsive management team that sends you a link to everything you need to know about the home and your stay. It is expensive but worth every penny. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed. ##### Thomas T. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LaToya P. Apr 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The property management team communicated well throughout our stay to ensure that everything was going well. Anytime there was an issue, they were very responsive in addressing them. The home itself was just as the pictures described and the home was well equipped with our vacation needs. The elevator was a bit tricky, but we were able to use it throughout the duration of our stay. Depending on the type of vehicles that you are traveling in, parking can be a bit tricky because the driveway is in an angle, but we were able to fit two 15 passenger vans in the driveway. Overall, we had a great stay and are looking forward to returning as soon as possible. ##### LaToya P. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia W. Nov 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 40th Anniversary with Family This home was the perfect fit for our family of 18. I was a little stressed out with all the reviews about the pool alarm and the codes for all the doors and gates but it was a breeze. Also, thank goodness for the elevator! Everyone had it figured out in no time without issue. We didn’t get to use the bikes much (tires were flat). Great house though! ##### Patricia W. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie F. Jul 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location on Miramar Beach Our first home was unavailable one week from occupancy due to a water emergency, but we were fortunate this home was available. This is the perfect location on Miramar Beach in Destin. The proximity of the beach to the home is wonderful, with a beautiful porch and pool area. Beach set-up inclusive with the rental was great! The home is well appointed with ample bedrooms, baths and a delightful gourmet kitchen. The overall Tuscan style of the home include furnishings that are quite comfortable, if a bit heavy and wall colors are strong in some bedrooms/baths. The entrance and exit of the home required the code for both garage and door each time and a garage remote during weather would have been appreciated. There is also a pool protection alarm at all doors leading out to pool/porch... it must be touched every time you enter and exit, this was really bothersome ( it became a real irritant during our stay ) \*we had no children under 16. It is not listed well in the information and had to be serviced during our stay once because it wouldn't silence and the master egress went off once at night despite no entry or exit at that area at all. Overall a really nice property, but I would not stay there again due to the alarm. ##### Stephanie F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria M. Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Victoria M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lauren P. May 21, 2025 ##### Lauren P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Destin Retreat Our friends and family loved our stay in Destin in this beautiful home. Loved that it had 3 washer/dryer sets, sand shower near the boardwalk to rinse out sandy feet and a beautiful pool to relax in. Had a few minor issues, but the property manager saw to them quickly. Would definitely stay again! ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny L. Oct 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Family Vaca ##### Jenny L. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean C. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Diamond in the Dunes vacation Excellent property with all amenties included (suite bedrooms, fabulous bunk room, private pool, elevator, easy private beach access, beautiful living quarters, quality appliances/housewares, etc.). We would stay here again for any family Destin vacations. ##### Jean C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary C. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Mary C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi N. Feb 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house right on the beach! Beautiful home with easy beach access. Perfect for a corporate retreat. The number of Access codes were a bit challenging to navigate at first but then fine. Garage too small to fit 2 minivans. Elevator helpful yet reliability is concerning. Huge kitchen and eating space. Bedroom suites were above expectations! ##### Kristi N. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. Aug 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Vacation Really nice place. Elevator is untrustworthy. Finishing touches were weak. No towel bars or hooks. Curtain rods fell on the floor, stairwell spindles fell to the first floor creating a safety concern, gas smell in the basement. It just seems like the all the finish work was incomplete. ##### David H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Romex P. Mar 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice Remodeled Beach House We stayed here for 4 days. It was plenty big enough. There were only a few complaints. When we arrived we were unloading our van and got a call within 5 min that it was parked in the wrong spot. We hadn't even gotten all our luggage out yet. There are a lot of codes. One to get into neighborhood, one into house, one for garage. They aren't all in an easy place to refer to. The elevator in the house is confusing if/when it works. The alarm downstairs is annoying. I can see why it's important for little kids but we didn't have any little kids. The fridge squeaks like the door is too heavy. Aside from that- the location is amazing, the pool/hot tub were great, the house was clean. Everyone had a great time and we would definitely come back. I would still give this a 5 star rating! ##### Romex P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa N. Sep 20, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Vacation EVER! This home immaculate and in a perfect location. It was nice to have beach front access. We loved every detail about this home! It was nice that each bedroom had its own bathroom. Our family loved it so much we are already planning to book this home again for our next trip. ##### Theresa N. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shorewalk Vacation Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-Shorewalk-Vacation-Villas.h13316.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Palm-Beach.h20271.Hotel-Information) > > [Margaritaville Beach House Key West](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West-Hotels-Margaritaville-Beach-House-Key-West.h48713884.Hotel-Information) > > [Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Singer-Island-Hotels-Palm-Beach-Marriott-Singer-Island-Beach-Resort-Spa.h449170.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Beachside-Hotel-Suites.h4995.Hotel-Information) > > [The Colony Hotel Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-Colony-Hotel-Palm-Beach.h8074.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h4398.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Canaveral, FL](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Canaveral-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h1489240.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Walk Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Club-Wyndham-Ocean-Walk.h598390.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Edgewater Beach and Golf Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Panama-City-Hotels-Edgewater-Beach-And-Golf-Resort-By-Resort-Collection.h803238.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Cocoa Beach - Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Best-Western-Cocoa-Beach-Hotel-Suites.h18029.Hotel-Information) > > [PGA National Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Gardens-Hotels-PGA-National-Resort-And-Spa.h10355.Hotel-Information) > > [Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel and Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Tranquility-Bay-Beachfront-Hotel-And-Resort.h117099.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Island Luxury | Home in Windsor Island Resort, Private Pool, Arcade](https://www.expedia.ca/Davenport-Hotels-Windsor-Island-Luxury-NEW-Home-In-Windsor-Island-Resort.h60809096.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Coconut-Point-Resort-Spa.h792025.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Port Canaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Port-Canaveral.h15605.Hotel-Information) > > [Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-Largo-Hotels-Bakers-Cay-Resort-Key-Largo.h14042.Hotel-Information) > > [The Resort at Longboat Key Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Sarasota-Hotels-The-Resort-At-Longboat-Key-Club.h27542.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Resort at the Port](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Canaveral-Hotels-Radisson-Resort-At-The-Port.h4692.Hotel-Information) > > [Fiesta Key RV Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Long-Key-Hotels-Fiesta-Key-RV-Resort.h4578886.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahama House](https://www.expedia.ca/Daytona-Beach-Hotels-Bahama-House.h893658.Hotel-Information) > > [Vacation Village at Weston, Fort Lauderdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hotels-Vacation-Village-At-Weston.h1062880.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Beach House, Key West](https://www.expedia.ca/Key-West-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-Beach-House.h857962.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club in Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Miramar-Beach-Hotels-Embarc-Sandestin.h1054729.Hotel-Information) > > [Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Myers-Hotels-Pink-Shell-Beach-Resort-And-Marina.h15603.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-Hilton-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h12537.Hotel-Information)