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Experience the perfect luxury getaway in Destiny East, Destin, FL at Family Matters! This beach house offers a private pool, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and lovely waterfall countertops. Relax by the clubhouse or unwind with an outdoor oasis featuring 2 outdoor showers and a generously sized gas grill cooking area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 92228 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart

  • Welcome to Family Matters, a luxury, dog-friendly beach retreat in the exclusive gated community of Destiny East in Destin, Florida. Perfect for families and groups, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3 full + 2 half-bath home sleeps up to 9 guests and offers a private pool, spacious outdoor living, and access to resort-style amenities.

    The open-concept layout features a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and waterfall countertops, ideal for gathering after a day at the beach. Each bedroom includes a private ensuite bathroom for added comfort and privacy.

    Step outside to your private backyard oasis with a sparkling pool (optional heating), outdoor shower, grill, and dining area—perfect for relaxing evenings and family meals. Guests also enjoy access to Destiny East’s two community pools, tennis courts, fitness center, and clubhouse with a movie theater.
    Located near James Lee Beach access, shopping, and top Destin restaurants, this home combines luxury, convenience, and coastal charm for an unforgettable Emerald Coast getaway.

    Sleeping Arrangements
    • Bedroom 1 Primary Suite: King Bed, Ensuite separate spa Tub and Walk-in Shower, Walk-in Closet with Baby Crib
    • Bedroom 2 King Guest: King Bed, Ensuite Walk-in Shower
    • Bedroom 3 Queen Guest: Queen Bed, twin bunk bed, Ensuite Walk-in Shower

    Guest Perks
    • Dog Friendly (Up to 2 Dogs) for an additional $150 per dog. Please follow leash law and pick up after your pet.
    • Private Pool + Optional Pool Heating
    • Gated Community with Resort Amenities
    • Beach gear (chairs, toys, etc.) and cruiser bikes available
    • Optional golf cart and discounted golf cart rentals available
    • Optional pre-arrival grocery delivery with Two Chicks and A Cart

    Starter essentials provided for your first night (paper products, dish & laundry supplies)
    Max occupancy: 9 guests
    No student groups under 25 permitted
    4 Parking Spots, Golf Cart counts as 1 vehicle
    This is a non-smoking property. Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the property, including inside the home or in any outdoor areas.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated 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
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,228 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Destin, this vacation home is on a lake. Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach. Consider Club LA for a night out or Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park if you're traveling with kids. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Destin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Four blue beach chairs and umbrellas on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
    Miramar Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A golf course with a pond and a forest of pine trees.
    Emerald Bay Golf Club
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A building with a red roof and white walls, palm trees, and parked cars.
    Destin Commons
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • James Lee Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • James Lee Beach
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • Pompano Joe's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Culver's
    3 min drive
  • Kenny D's
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart have a pool?

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

Is Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart located?

This family-friendly Destin vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach and James Lee Park. Henderson Beach State Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Family Matters, Dog Friendly, Private Pool, Fenced Yard, Golf Cart Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Erick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and location was amazing! The week away from cold was just what we needed. Property was very clean and spacious. Loved how close we were to the beach. We plan on returning again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just wanted to truly say thank you for the house. It was absolutely perfect! We loved having the heated pool, the sliding glass doors, and fenced in yard for the dogs so they don’t have to be on a leash. We enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen. We also enjoyed the gated community; we felt safe to go for runs and walks with the dogs. The beach was a very short walk. If we come back to Destin, I’m definitely rebooking. The owners were very friendly. We had a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Matters is a beautiful house. Had everything we needed. Golf cart came in handy for trips to the beach and grocery. Beds were very comfortable and the outside area was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Great house!

My family and our doggies really enjoyed our stay at Family Matters. The house was beautifully updated and the outdoor area with the pool was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

cherie l.

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

Great place !

The home was beautiful! The location was perfect. The property management was the best ! Clean & check in was easy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the Family Matters property for our spring break vacation! The house was beautiful, clean and exceeded all of our expectations! The location was great! Just minutes from everything. We stayed with our three kids ages 6, 2 and 8 months and they had a blast! They loved the backyard pool and toys and did not want to leave! Mary and Greig were great hosts. We were greeted upon arrival for a tour of the house and run down on how to use different features and amenities and their communication was outstanding. At one point we texted them to get some help with an issue we had with the front gate lock and they responded within 1 min and drove to the house to help within 5 min! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and will definitely be staying here again on future vacations!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Mr.

Great place. Loved it. Enjoyed the pool as well. Mary was great to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Wonderful Home Away From Home!

Our family enjoyed this space, the location, and all the amenities. The fully stocked kitchen was excellent, and we had a blast in the pool! Mary was so accommodating and was very responsive! 11/10 will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gerene D.

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

Family Really Matter

The property was amazing, clean, beautiful, and had any and everything that we needed for an enjoyable family vacation. Our family loved everything about this house we will definitely stay there again. Mary and her husband went over and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful stay at Family Matters and if we didn't have it they provided it immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ally W.

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

The perfect family beach house

We loved every minute of our stay at family matters beach house. The house was very well kept, up to date and very spacious. We had 2 small children with us during our stay and there was plenty of room for them to play and have fun. We were all very impressed with this house, the kitchen, master bath and pool were all show stoppers. Mary was a great host always willing to help and great at ensuring we had a great vacation. We will definitely be staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Amazing home

This home was perfect for our family vacation! We had three families and each had their own bedroom and bathroom along with bunk bed and crib which came in handy for the kids. The kitchen was beautiful and had everything we needed. Even though the community pool was wonderful, it was so nice to have a pool at our home. It was enjoyed by the kids and adults alike and it was very clean! We also used the outdoor grill which was nice for quick lunches. The golf cart was a must for a small rental fee and was used on a regular basis to enjoy trips to the beach, nearby restaurants , shops and of course trips to get ice cream! Mary from Destin Beach VIP was outstanding to work with and was just a text message away if we needed anything or had any questions! We would highly recommend this safe and gated community home for a Destin Beach vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Absolute PERFECTION!

Cannot say enough positive things! The communication alone is worth EVERYTHING! We have stayed in multiple rental properties, and have never had a personal touch like this, ever. From welcoming us to the property to show us the ropes. A simple 15 minute personal touch, to put a face with the name. To forgetting something at home, ordered it from Amazon, forgot about the owner mailboxes, was able to texr, met us at the property, and got our package, it couldn't have been more than 20 minutes.The house is as advertised in the pictures! BUT they also don't do it justice either. Very clean and fresh. Very well maintained. Modern beach house vibes, upscale appliances, the master suite, the private pool, the outdoor patio space, the outdoor kitchen, sun all day long. Maybe 3 minutes to the Gulf. Beach is gorgeous. Harbor area is really fun. Saw a lot of dolphins in and around the harbor. Crab island. Tons of restaurants. Shopping. So many things to do, we didn't even scratch the surface. We fell in love with Destin!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is just WOW. The pictures don’t do it justice. Ms. Mary is a wonderful host. My sons wedding was wonderful, and the house made it that much more special for me and my husband .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Wonderful home!

We really enjoyed our stay. The pool and outside area are wonderful. You feel comfortable in this house. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dixie C.

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

Beautiful home it was well equipped with anything you need.”

I enjoy each day we stayed with easy access to everything,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny R.

Winter Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I enjoy Family Matters during the winter months. This was our 2nd season and have signed up for our 3rd season. The house layout is fantastic for us and also perfect for entertaining friends. The property location is great and located inside Density East gated community. It's close to the beach with the golf cart and close to restaurants and shopping. Lots of Golf Courses are nearby. The property managers are very polite and responsive to any issues. This property will not disappoint.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Family matters

All went very smoothly and all problems addressed quickly. Had a wonderful time.
Night swim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Excellent Vacation

We had a family of 5 and two grandparents on our vacation to Destin! We loved the home. It was spacious and fully stocked with everything we needed. It was very clean upon arrival! Mary and Greg greeted us and were very quick to respond to anything we needed! The neighborhood was perfect with close access to the Clubhouse Pool and Beach! We are already talking about our trip back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing family vacation filled with memories staying at the family matters home. The home was beautiful, spacious and accommodating to all our needs. My family loved the community access to the gym. The bikes included were great. The pool and outdoor space at the house is a great space to dine, play games and relax with family after a day at the beach. The beach was within walking distance. Every where we needed to go was a simple ride in the golf cart. Even our dogs enjoyed their stay, walking in the gated community and down scenic highway. The hosts were excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025