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Waterfront holiday rentals in Destin

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Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Destin

  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 2,560 holiday rentals in Destin

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Destin holiday rentals start at £37 per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 45,310 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    1,940 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly holiday rentals

    Find 140 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    2,450 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    1,460 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    2,500 of Destin holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Destin rentals

  • 4.7 Average rating

    Destin stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Top-rated waterfront rentals in Destin

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Top guest favourite
A bright living area is shown, featuring a spacious gray sofa and a wooden coffee table. Large sliding glass doors provide unobstructed ocean views, while a ceiling fan circulates air above. A small dining table with chairs complements the relaxed coastal decor.
Apartment in Destin
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews

Beachfront! Newly remodeled! Right on the beach!

Beachfront top floor unit, on a private beach, in 2-story building gives unobstructed sunset/ocean views. Located on soft white sand with on-site free parking. Perks of choosing this unit include gated resort with pools, beach service included Mar.-Oct., tennis, pickle ball, and par 3 golf course. Luxury in a private gated community with serene beaches and exclusive amenities. Master bedroom beach/sunset views! Sleeps 4 adults-king master bed, queen sofa bed, and additional cot-sized bunkbeds.

Top guest favourite
A light-filled living area features a comfortable sofa facing large glass doors that open to a private balcony, revealing sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico. A wooden dining table is set, accompanied by modern white chairs. A unique chandelier hangs above, adding contemporary style.
Apartment in Destin
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviews

The Merry Whale on The Emerald Coast

Newly updated 1 bedroom/ 2 bath condo with built in bunkbeds. Located beach side on the 19th floor with breathtaking panoramic views of the emerald waters and pristine white sand beaches The Gulf of Mexico. Fully stocked kitchen with new granite countertops and slate appliances. Reliable fast high speed internet throughout. Resort amenities include a large pool and hot tub, a beachside tiki bar serving frozen drinks and beer. A fabulous cafe that serves hot breakfast, pizza, sandwiches & salads.

Superhost
A comfortable living area is highlighted by an overhead ceiling fan and a wall-mounted TV. Large glass doors provide a view of the Gulf, leading to a private balcony furnished with seating. Light curtains frame the windows, allowing natural light to fill the space.
Apartment in Destin
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews

1203 Oceanfront Pelican Beach: Pools/HTubs Fab Loc

NO PETS PERMITTED. PRIMARY GUEST MUST BE 25+ TO BOOK. Indulge in a refined coastal escape at Pelican Beach Resort 1203—an elegantly renovated 1‑bedroom, 2‑bath BEACHFRONT retreat offering breathtaking Gulf of Mexico views and DIRECT, effortless access to Destin’s sugar‑white sands. Perched on the 12th floor, this beautifully appointed residence blends contemporary comfort with resort‑level amenities for UP TO 6 GUESTS, creating an elevated experience for both families & discerning travelers.

Guest favourite
Home in Miramar Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Private Beach/King Beds/Ocean Views/Fire Pit

Get your feet sandy at the private beach! Escape to a lavish waterfront retreat nestled along the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Sea Esta #5 is a luxury 3-story townhouse that boasts breathtaking panoramic views and direct access to your own private slice of sandy paradise. Indulge in the expansive living space of our 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse where each floor is meticulously designed for both relaxation and entertainment...this will be a property you will never want to leave!

Top guest favourite
Apartment in Destin
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Gulf-Front Corner 3BR | Sunrise & Sunset Views

A rare find: corner Gulf-front condo with panoramic water views from sunrise to sunset — the closest to the sand in Destin. Not a “Gulf view” unit from three buildings back. You’re on the water, wrapped in it — from the balcony, the kitchen, the living room, even the bed. Guest Favorite · 109 five-star reviews. Stay includes daily beach service (umbrella + 2 chairs — a $280+ value), sheltered heated pool, tennis, pickleball, fitness center & sauna — all in a private gated 12-acre community.

Top guest favourite
The beach cottage features a welcoming exterior framed by palm trees and tropical foliage. A white picket fence surrounds the property, leading to a spacious porch with multiple steps. The home’s two levels and large windows create an open and airy appearance.
Home in Destin
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Sugar Sand Cottage at Destin Pointe

This beautiful four bedroom beach cottage is located in the exclusive gated community of Destin Pointe. The home offers a tranquil setting and unsurpassed amenities that include a private lakefront pool for relaxation and entertainment-perfect for sipping your evening cocktails while overlooking the lake, direct lake views for the multiple levels of decks, private beach access to the sugar sands of Destin, and three community pools (one with a hot tub and splash pad) for guests use.

Guest favourite
A bright living area features a spacious gray sofa, complemented by a blue and white decorative pillow. Large glass doors open to a private balcony with ocean views. A dining table with white chairs and a chandelier is visible, alongside a wall-mounted flat screen TV and coastal artwork.
Apartment in Destin
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 311 reviews

Majestic Ocean Views, Oceanfront Condo, Renovated!

Located right on the beach, this spacious condo has breathtaking unobstructed Gulf views, updated floors and appliances and sleeps six. Decorated in soothing designer colors with a coastal feel, the unit has a bedroom with a comfortable king size bed, flat screen TV and private bathroom; two bunk beds in a hallway alcove, a 2nd bathroom with shower, and open concept full size kitchen with all new full size stainless steel appliances, dining area and living room with a sleeper sofa..

Top guest favourite
A light-filled bedroom features a spacious bed adorned with white linens. Large windows provide unobstructed views of the beach, while a cozy bedside table complements the serene atmosphere. A doorway leads to a private deck with ocean views.
Apartment in Destin
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

The Oyster | Beachfront | Beach Bar| Chair Service

Welcome to The Oyster, your Beachfront Retreat! Step inside The Oyster, a top-floor corner condo directly on the Gulf with sunrise and sunset views from two private decks. Featuring a king bedroom, cozy second bedroom with a queen bed, 1.5 bathrooms, and a queen sleeper sofa, the home accommodates 6 guests. Enjoy seasonal beach chair service, pools, hot tubs, a par-3 golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and 2 on-site restaurants in a villa-style community, steps from the sand.

Guest favourite
Townhouse in Santa Rosa Beach
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews

Beachfront Townhome with Free Beach Chair Setup

Beachfront Blessing There’s nowhere I would rather be than in the Walton Dunes! If you are looking for a beachfront townhouse with amazing views and a private beach, look no further than this center unit at Walton Dunes. Beachfront Blessing is located on a quiet, dead-end street next to Deer Lake State Park. This complex of 17 townhouses completed an exterior upgrade in 2021 with new paint and railings. This home was totally renovated by noted designer Ashley Gilbreath.

Guest favourite
A bright and airy living area features a spacious light blue sofa and a decorative armchair, positioned near expansive glass doors offering views of the ocean. A round coffee table sits in the center, surrounded by a dining table for four, with soft hues enhancing the coastal ambiance.
Apartment in Destin
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews

Fully Remodeled Beach Condo with Amazing Views

Welcome to your premium vacation rental at the Pelican Beach Resort!!! This 16th-floor condo is decorated in a beach theme, serving both modern and traditional coastal styles. Located directly on the white sands of Destin, it offers unobstructed and boundless views of the beach and the ocean. The initial remodeling process has been completed in 2020, and lots of new upgrades have been completed by the end of 2022. It is a perfectly refreshing getaway for your family!

Guest favourite
A serene bedroom features large floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing stunning Gulf views. A spacious bed is dressed in soft linens, and a TV is positioned on a wooden dresser. Natural light fills the room, complemented by light curtains and coastal decor.
Apartment in Sandestin
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

CostaVista-Sandestin: Steps to Beach/Gulf Views!

CostaVista by Epiqhost is a beachfront 2BR/2BA condo in the Beachside 1 tower at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, with private deeded beach access, Gulf views, and modern coastal decor. Relax on the private balcony over the emerald waters, or head down to the seasonally heated pool, hot tub, and fitness center steps from the sand. Tram passes, free parking, beach towels, and (4) backpack beach chairs are all included - a fit for families, couples, and small groups.

Guest favourite
A balcony view reveals a dining table set for two, featuring plates with breakfast items and two drinks. Below, the sandy beach is dotted with umbrellas, while the turquoise waters stretch toward the horizon under a bright sky.
Apartment in Destin
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

18th Floor Pelican Beachfront with Ocean View

Welcome to your family vacation home at Pelican Beach Resort, Destin; with all the conveniences of a direct beach vacation rental. Your beachfront condo is on 18th floor, optimizes your endless gulf view with the ease of beach access. With our upgrades, we want our guests to feel like they are staying on their beach home. Your home is in the heart of Destin and just a short distance from The Harbor Walk, directly across the street from The Big Kahuna Water Park.

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