[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) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/f4936b9a.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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94940000/94930600/94930544/a98effc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A short walk from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park, ⭐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 ## Similar properties ![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 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=95797911&PinnedHotelID=95797911&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 2,009 reviews CA $309 CA $425 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=910025&PinnedHotelID=910025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75200000/75191100/75191048/w1016h683x5y0-5931d2ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom beach house with pool! 4min from 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 5341 ## About the area Located in Destin, this vacation home is on the beach. 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. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Destin.dx6906) [View more Vacation homes in Destin](https://www.expedia.ca/Destin-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6906-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - Henderson Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 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 - ‬10 min walk - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk - ‪Pelican Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬14 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 0.6 mi (1 km) from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk. 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. 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