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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 26557 sq m
Popular amenities
- Beach view
- Parking available
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Washer
- Pool
Explore the area

Destin, FL
- Destin BeachesPlace, Destin Beaches1 min walk
- Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure ParkPlace, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park8 min walk
- Destin Harbor BoardwalkPlace, Destin Harbor Boardwalk5 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)38 min drive
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About the area
Destin
When you stay at this vacation home in Destin, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Destin Beaches and 10 minutes by foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. .This beach vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Destin Harbor Boardwalk and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Miramar Beach.
What's nearby
- Destin Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
- Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Henderson Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 11 min walk
- Chick-fil-A - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 12 min walk
- Pelican Beach Resort - 9 min walk
- The Pancakery - 6 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Diamond in the Dunes - Huge Beachfront Vacation Home with Large Pool Area & Ocean Views
Diamond in the Dunes - Vacation Rental in Dunes of Destin
Formerly known as Semi-True Story
Favorite Features:
- Oceanfront
- Pool (Heat Available)
- Spa Tub
- Private Beach Access
- Elevator
- 4 Bikes Included
- 2 Sets of Beach Service Included
More About Diamond in the Dunes:
Diamond in the Dunes is a gorgeous, Gulf-front home in Dunes of Destin. This home features beautiful Gulf views with a private pool and beach access for guests to enjoy their vacation with easy access to all of their favorite activities. Upon entering the main floor, guests will be greeted by a spiral staircase and the main area of the home, complete with an elevator for easy access to three floors. Beautiful white walls, updated finishes, LVP floors, and exposed beams create a clean and modern atmosphere. Gather in the living room and enjoy a movie with the family while enjoying the Gulf view from the sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony. The open floor plan of this area is perfect for the family to be together while eating meals or relaxing in the living room. The extravagant kitchen features floating shelves, top-of-the-line commercial appliances, two dishwashers, and a spacious pantry. The entire family can gather around the large dining room table next to windows with beautiful views. Step onto the balcony to experience unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico through seamless glass railings. Also on the balcony, guests can access the pool area from a spiral staircase that leads to the pool deck.
The entire lower floor of the home consists of an enormous and unique bunk room with three built-in queen-over-queen-over-queen bunk beds. Two sofas accommodate this space around a large flat-screen TV. There are two bathrooms in this large space, each with two standalone, custom showers. Just off of the bunk area is a queen bedroom and a laundry room. Step onto the pool deck and splash into some fun in this stunning private pool with a built-in spa tub! Guests can also access the beach via private beach access.
Upon entering the third floor, guests are welcomed to a common area with a bar complete with floating shelves, a mini-fridge, and a coffee and wine area with a bar table. Two Gulf-front bedrooms, each with a private bath and a walk-in closet, are located on this floor. The master suite boasts beautiful Gulf views with private access to the balcony. The private bathroom has been completely upgraded with a large standalone shower, a separate tub, and a dual-sink vanity. Step onto the balcony where you can see the water through the seamless glass railings while you enjoy a hot cup of coffee. The secondary master is right next door and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and private access to the Gulf-front balcony.
The fourth floor is home to four more bedrooms to accommodate your guests. Two of the bedrooms are furnished with king beds and provide guests with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms include king beds and private bathrooms as well as lovely views of the Gulf through the balcony doors and windows.
Diamond in the Dunes was renovated to meet the needs of all different types of travelers. Whether you are hosting a family reunion, a wedding, or a corporate retreat, this home is sure to make your vacation unique and memorable. Splash around in the large private pool and spa tub or relax on any of the balconies and enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf and make memories that are sure to last a lifetime.
This home is located in the beautiful community of Dunes of Destin and is within walking distance to shopping and dining options in Destin including The Pancake Factory, Target, Winn-Dixie, Hungry Howie's, and more!
**Weddings are allowed at the property but not on the beach.
Sleeping Arrangements:
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King Bed.
Bedroom 2: 2 Queen over Queen over Queen Bunks.
SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Bedroom 4: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
THIRD FLOOR
Bedroom 5: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 6: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 7: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Bedroom 8: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Formerly known as Semi-True Story
Favorite Features:
- Oceanfront
- Pool (Heat Available)
- Spa Tub
- Private Beach Access
- Elevator
- 4 Bikes Included
- 2 Sets of Beach Service Included
More About Diamond in the Dunes:
Diamond in the Dunes is a gorgeous, Gulf-front home in Dunes of Destin. This home features beautiful Gulf views with a private pool and beach access for guests to enjoy their vacation with easy access to all of their favorite activities. Upon entering the main floor, guests will be greeted by a spiral staircase and the main area of the home, complete with an elevator for easy access to three floors. Beautiful white walls, updated finishes, LVP floors, and exposed beams create a clean and modern atmosphere. Gather in the living room and enjoy a movie with the family while enjoying the Gulf view from the sliding glass doors that lead to the balcony. The open floor plan of this area is perfect for the family to be together while eating meals or relaxing in the living room. The extravagant kitchen features floating shelves, top-of-the-line commercial appliances, two dishwashers, and a spacious pantry. The entire family can gather around the large dining room table next to windows with beautiful views. Step onto the balcony to experience unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico through seamless glass railings. Also on the balcony, guests can access the pool area from a spiral staircase that leads to the pool deck.
The entire lower floor of the home consists of an enormous and unique bunk room with three built-in queen-over-queen-over-queen bunk beds. Two sofas accommodate this space around a large flat-screen TV. There are two bathrooms in this large space, each with two standalone, custom showers. Just off of the bunk area is a queen bedroom and a laundry room. Step onto the pool deck and splash into some fun in this stunning private pool with a built-in spa tub! Guests can also access the beach via private beach access.
Upon entering the third floor, guests are welcomed to a common area with a bar complete with floating shelves, a mini-fridge, and a coffee and wine area with a bar table. Two Gulf-front bedrooms, each with a private bath and a walk-in closet, are located on this floor. The master suite boasts beautiful Gulf views with private access to the balcony. The private bathroom has been completely upgraded with a large standalone shower, a separate tub, and a dual-sink vanity. Step onto the balcony where you can see the water through the seamless glass railings while you enjoy a hot cup of coffee. The secondary master is right next door and features a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and private access to the Gulf-front balcony.
The fourth floor is home to four more bedrooms to accommodate your guests. Two of the bedrooms are furnished with king beds and provide guests with a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The other two bedrooms include king beds and private bathrooms as well as lovely views of the Gulf through the balcony doors and windows.
Diamond in the Dunes was renovated to meet the needs of all different types of travelers. Whether you are hosting a family reunion, a wedding, or a corporate retreat, this home is sure to make your vacation unique and memorable. Splash around in the large private pool and spa tub or relax on any of the balconies and enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf and make memories that are sure to last a lifetime.
This home is located in the beautiful community of Dunes of Destin and is within walking distance to shopping and dining options in Destin including The Pancake Factory, Target, Winn-Dixie, Hungry Howie's, and more!
**Weddings are allowed at the property but not on the beach.
Sleeping Arrangements:
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: King Bed.
Bedroom 2: 2 Queen over Queen over Queen Bunks.
SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Bedroom 4: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower & Soaking Tub.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
THIRD FLOOR
Bedroom 5: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 6: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower.
Bedroom 7: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Bedroom 8: King Bed & Ensuite Bathroom with Shower Tub Combo.
Shared Balcony & Gulf View.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 8 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 8.5 bathrooms
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Lift
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Optional golf privileges
- Water park
- Basketball nearby
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Unit size: 6,000 square feet
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Vrbo Property
Newly Renovated Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views!
Newly Renovated Gulf front Vacation Home w/ Stunning Views!
Luxury Gulf front Home w/ Amazing Views Community Amenities!
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