[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Southbay by the Gulf 78, three hundred yards from the beach Waterfront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104080600/104080590/53b29dc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104080600/104080590/7d2909af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104080600/104080590/c669cc4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104080600/104080590/b0a8ac28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104080600/104080590/56331e7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a gated complex, Southbay by the Gulf # 78 offers easy access to beautiful private beaches and lake views. Take advantage of amenities like pools, tennis courts, and shuffleboard or unwind with a short walk to shopping and restaurants. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61289 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Hot tub - 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. ### Southbay by the Gulf 78, three hundred yards from the beach Southbay by the Gulf # 78 is a well-equipped 3 bedroom/2.5 bath townhome located in the heart of Destin. Set in a gated complex, amenities include: pools, tennis courts, shuffleboard and a 5 acre stocked fresh water lake (catch & release). Shopping and restaurants within walking distance. And with no busy roads to cross, over 300 feet of beautiful private beach is an easy 3 minute walk away! Located in Destin, this condo is on a lake. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. This unit also comes with complimentary beach service from March 1 - October 31st. We are excited to welcome you to Destin!! We have put a lot of care and attention into making sure that you will find our beach condo to be clean, inviting and comfortable. With that, we greatly appreciate guests that will take care of our property and help us leave it in good condition for others to be able to enjoy. PLEASE READ House Rules completely before booking. Thank you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the city center - 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 - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,289 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/w2718h1527x0y2-fce0e8dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 Destin - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=94930544&PinnedHotelID=94930544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388800/106388773/c0fb21c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Salt Life \* Steps from Sand Destin - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=106388773&PinnedHotelID=106388773&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, white sand, scuba diving, beach volleyball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/910100/910025/d0346184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SunDestin Beach Resort Destin - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.2 Very good 2,013 reviews CA $298 CA $410 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=910025&PinnedHotelID=910025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95798000/95797911/20b0f3ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Pools~Steps to Beach~Southbay by the Gulf #81 Destin - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=95797911&PinnedHotelID=95797911&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87350000/87345800/87345724/3437068d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4-Bedroom Townhome with Beach Access and 300ft of Private Beach! 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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 846429 ## About the area Located in Destin, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Henderson Beach State Park and Miramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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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. Ask a question ## Southbay by the Gulf 78, three hundred yards from the beach 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 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Santibanez V. Jun 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Great location next to beach ##### Maria Santibanez V. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassie W. Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Love, love love!!!!! I love the Southbay Condos! My favorite place to stay when I visit Destin!! ##### Cassie W. 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