Title: ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 - 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 # ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 Beachfront vacation home with a water park and a hot tub ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/w2718h1527x0y2-fce0e8dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/4b902020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/a98effc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/61e3a9cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/f4936b9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Beaches, ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 provides a water park, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71289 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. ### ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Town Home: \* 500ft to the Private Beach 🌊 \* 2 Pools, 2 Kiddie Pools, Tennis Courts, and Fireworks viewing at the private beach 🎆 \* 5 Acre Fishable Private Lake \* Close to restaurants, Destin Harborwalk, Big Kahuna's, and The Destin Commons \* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service \*This property is not available to adults under the age of 25. No Exceptions. \* \*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates\* Snowbird Season runs January thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist! Escape to the perfect beach getaway at SouthBay by the Gulf #88. This townhome offers relaxation and fun and is situated in the heart of Destin. Step onto your private patio and unwind with the refreshing Gulf breeze and the soothing sound of rolling waves while savoring your morning coffee. This stunning townhouse boasts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, featuring a queen bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed in guest bedroom 1, and a twin over twin bunk bed and a twin bed in guest bedroom 2. With ample space in the living room and a fully equipped kitchen, this home comfortably accommodates 7 guests and provides all the essentials for your culinary needs. Enjoy the convenience of private beach access, a backyard with dining options, and an in-unit washer and dryer, all available to enhance your stay. Begin creating everlasting memories at SouthBay by the Gulf #88. Bed Setup: Master Bedroom: Queen Bed Guest Bedroom 1: Queen Bed Guest Bedroom 2: Twin-over-twin Bunk Bed + Twin Bed SouthBay by the Gulf is a gated, low-density townhome community. This complex is steps to two full-sized pools with kiddie pools, shuffleboard courts, lighted tennis courts, beachside volleyball courts, and a 5 acres freshwater lake. Every townhome features a designated parking spot right in front of your door making it easy to transfer your things in-no long walks through huge parking lots searching for your car. Come experience why guests return to SouthBay by the Gulf year after year! Area Attractions: This great complex is just 2 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 is across the street from Big Kahuna's Waterpark, full of great splashing fun for the kids. And it is within walking distance to grocery shopping and some of Destin's best dining: the Pancakery, Crackings, Que Pasa, and Nothing Bundt Cakes! Kelly Plantation Golf Club offers world-class golfing and dining only 2.5 miles from SouthBay by the Gulf. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not 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 sea ### Things to do - Tennis - Water park - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Unit size: 1,289 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 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 (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 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 5341 ## 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%7C30.38581%2C-86.47885&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=28UEoM3pWAmnRYDLgdCYgjERddo=) Destin, FL #### What's nearby - Destin Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.9 km - Henderson Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 km #### Getting around - Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk - ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Pancakery - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 located? > Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Destin Beaches and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ⭐Steps to Beach-2 Pools-Private Backyard~Southbay by the Gulf 88 Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 11 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### jitesh p. Oct 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great location and great property ##### jitesh p. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Khoa T. Jul 22, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Nice place , need update new tv , the place closer to everything ,! ##### Khoa T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Annalee N. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Very easy walk to the beach and just a quick drive to the Harbor Walk. ##### Annalee N. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerry B. Oct 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Close to the beach! Cute place! No beach towels so bring your own! ##### Kerry B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carlin G. Jul 9, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay! This way a very nice stay by no means. However i would recommend the owner provide beach chairs for guest or pay for the fees association with having the beach service. During our stay we found a few water bugs near and inside of the property. We notified management during our stay and they were very responsive. The location is very close to pool and beach. I would also recommend the owner to have atleast 10 beach towels to provide for guests especially keeping in mind those who fly into Florida. ##### Carlin G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neal & Maribeth E. Oct 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful! Loved having a washer and dryer on the first floor and quick customer service. The home was clean and close to the beach and pool as well as everything else. Thank you! ##### Neal & Maribeth E. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steph B. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice location This townhome has all new kitchen items, flooring, etc. nice place. The room with the three beds is for little kids. Three full size adults would be uncomfortable sleeping in the little beds but other than that it was great. Right across the parking lot from the beach. Would def recommend this place. ##### Steph B. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Stacy Aug 4, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Everything was out dated besides stove, micro, refrigerator. No keurig, old coffee makers. Old panted over walls and decor. Just didn’t fell welcoming or a home away from home feel. Odd smell in all bathrooms. We had to put a towel down at the front door to prevent outside pests from entering we learned from the first night. Only smart tv was in living room and as we know modern times people want to have the ability to get Netflix etc on all TVs in each room. The tvs in all bedrooms was 20” or less.We rotated a box fan each night for a comfortable cool night’s sleep, after 90 degree weather. 48 per day if you wanted an umbrella with 2 beach chairs on the beach. If you brought your own you would have to be behind the paid umbrellas. The access to the beach was good and close depending on what unit you stayed in. Office staff responded quickly with ac issues. ##### Stacy Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley A. Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! It was a nice quiet property when we were there. Short walk to the beach or the pool. Had a great time! ##### Shelley A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron L. Nov 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Family Vacation We really enjoyed our stay @ Gulf 88! The townhouse fit our needs perfectly! The beech access was easy and was a great time for my family. I would highly recommend this property! When we come back to Destin in the future, we would definitely book this place again. Thanks! ##### Aaron L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Molly S. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Disappointed I’ve stayed in Southbay all my life, but this was the first time I booked through VRBO and RealJoy Vacations. I saw that other condos were available and I thought I would give it a try. I reached out via email with some questions about a week prior to traveling and never heard back. I called about two days prior to ask those questions and the lady on the phone, though doing her job, would not pass along my questions to higher management or the homeowner. We did not receive check in instructions with the property codes and check in times until the day of. This made timing for travel on the day of more difficult. When we arrived at the property, the door was ajar and music was playing loudly. This made us feel a little unsafe. My husband had to walk in to make sure everything was okay. The company was also very inflexible about the check in and check out times even though there were no reservations before or after ours shown online. We have booked at Southbay through other companies previously and they were more willing to accommodate where possible. Additionally, we found a cockroach in the kitchen and the beds were like sleeping on concrete. I slept better on the beach and looked forward to getting back to my own bed. The exhaust fan in the master bathroom sounded like it was on its last leg. I will be staying again at Southbay but not with this company or homeowner. ##### Molly S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison F. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice condo, very affordable We loved the location, short walk across the parking lot to the beach or the pool! Condo was very clean, could use some updating, but the price reflects that. We had everything we needed walking in the door, it felt like staying at a family members vacation house mixed with a hotel. Easy check in/out. We are already talking about coming back next year! We had seven people with us and didn’t feel crowded, lots of space to hang out together. Plus, 2 1/2 baths and lots of closet space, so plenty of space for everyone to have their stuff, and we had a lot! ##### Alison F. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Glyn C. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Uber difficulties Great place but Uber continued to have issues the whole stay finding location. ##### Glyn C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Star B. Jun 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Southbay 88 The location was great. Only a short walk to the pool, beach, and tennis courts. The kitchen was well-stocked with cooking appliances. Our only disappointments were the uncomfortably hard and thin mattresses, and the tiny tvs in the bedrooms. Even in the kid's room, the mattress was so creaky that we could hear every toss/turn in the night through the walls. Didn't get a lot of sleep because of this. There was also ongoing construction on an adjacent property behind the unit that started pretty early in the morning. Overall, nice place. ##### Star B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany H. Jun 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Everything was amazing! ##### Tiffany H. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kari N. Apr 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you Overall a nice stay and good location to the beach. Thank you ##### Kari N. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim C. Mar 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break The property was in a good location especially close to the beach and pool. A gated area. The unit was dated but primary areas newly renovated and clean. It worked great having 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. ##### Kim C. 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