About this rental
Beautifully appointed DESTIN, FLORIDA vacation home in the peaceful seclusion of the EMERALD SHORES subdivision in Destin, Florida. "Gemstone" is adjacent to the community pool and is a short stroll to the beach. Why stay in a hotel or condo when you can have the convenience of a house? This house will enable you to relax and enjoy your vacation!
"Gemstone" is a custom-built, 1700 square foot, vacation home that features 2 spacious bedrooms, 2 sleeper sofas, and 2 full bathrooms. This home is designed to provide comfort for a total of six people. Other amenities include: High-speed internet with Wi-Fi access, granite countertops in kitchen and both bathrooms, Jacuzzi in master bathroom, washer/dryer, natural gas grill on patio, 3 TV's, cathedral ceilings, custom plantation shutters, all in an open floor plan.
MASTER BEDROOM - features a king bed with adjoining master bathroom.
GUEST BEDROOM - features a queen bed with adjoining bathroom.
GREAT ROOM with sleeper sofa.
FLORIDA ROOM with sleeper sofa.
Beds: 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Sofa Beds
Unique Benefits
The house was custom built and has all upgraded features such as crown moulding, cathedral ceilings, custom plantation shutters, in an open floor plan.
Area Information
ACTIVITY FEATURES
Beach Bike Rental Bird Watching Boating Bowling Amusement Park Antique Shops Camping Canoe Rental Fishing Golf Jet Ski Kayaking Miniature Golf Para-Sailing Restaurants Swimming Scuba Snorkeling Shopping Water Park Wildlife Viewing
Emerald Shores' beach pavilion (beach access) overlooking the gulf = 5 minute walk
Captain Dave's Restaurant on the Gulf = 5 minute walk
Kenny D's restaurant = 5 minute walk
Pompano Joe's restaurant on the gulf = 1 mile
Silver Sands Outlet Mall - 5 miles
Destin Commons Shopping Center - 6 miles
Attractions Within Walking Distance
Captain Dave's restaurant on the gulf.
Kenny D's restaurant
Favorite Places To Eat
Kenny D's restaurant
Pompano Joe's
Harbor Dock's
Camille's Sidewalk Cafe
Donut Hole Bakery & Cafe
Merlin's Pizza
Bud & Ally's - Seaside
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Rates
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Feb 25 - Mar 24 2023 | $1,350 | 7 nights | |||
Mar 25 - Apr 21 2023 | $1,150 | 7 nights | |||
Apr 22 - May 19 2023 | $1,250 | 7 nights | |||
May 20 - Jul 28 2023 | $2,075 | 7 nights | |||
Jul 29 - Aug 18 2023 | $1,350 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Warranty Protection: $69
Tax Rate: 12%
Notes:
$350 is required to reserve the house.
The balance of the rental fee is due sixty (60) days prior to check-in.
Availability
Last updated March 23, 2023
Map
Hosted by Christopher Diver
Member since 2018
Year Purchased: 2002
About the owner: My wife and I live in the Cincinnati, OH area and have been married for over 30 years.
Why this property? We decided to purchase our property because we love the area and all that it has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the beach from this house?
The house is a five minute walk to the beach.
How far is the nearest community pool from this house?
The larger, of two, community pools is located directly in front of the house (approx. 30 yards away).
Is the pool heated?
Yes, the pool is heated seasonally.
Are there any nice gyms nearby?
Yes, Gold's Gym is located at 12200 US Hwy 98 W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 and opens at 5am.
What grocery stores are nearby?
Publix, Whole Foods, Winn-Dixie, and Walmart are all within a 5-10 mile drive from the house.
Reviews
Thomas J.Gulf Breezes
Our stay at Ariel Dunes II unit #801 was excellent with just a couple of issues which were addressed by Real Joy in a timely manner. I have to say that the furniture and the beds were not the most comfortable but much the same as we have experienced at any other vacation rental. We are looking forward to our stay next year and will again be using Real Joy! Our thanks to their wonderful staff.
Stayed: February 2022 Submitted: March 07, 2022
Lesley C.Perfect home for a beach vacation.
Lovely home, great floor plan. Bed, pillows and bedding were all comforting and of good quality. It is right across from a beautiful pool. The white sand beach is about three blocks away. I wanted quiet and seclusion and this was the perfect spot for that. My one problem was that when I did want to go to dinner or pick up supplies there was very little nearby so I wish I’d rented a car; with a car one could comfortably have both! I would sincerely recommend this property to singles, couples or a family.
Stayed: January 2022 Submitted: January 24, 2022
Craig S.Fantastic Vacation Home
Our family of 5 recently stayed in this clean, well-furnished home in the quiet, well-kept Emerald Shores neighborhood. The home is located a short five minute walk from the beach. Load up the owners beach wagon with boogie boards, beach chairs and an umbrella and your on your way to a beautiful beach vacation on amazing white sand. The home itself is well-maintained, has plenty of seating for watching tv, reading or browsing the internet on the included wi-fi. The home provides plenty of dishes and pantry space to make meals at home if you choose. It is also near several restaurants if you choose to eat out. There is a golf cart that seats about 8 that shuttles neighborhood guests from their home to about 50 yards from the beach. The shuttle operates every day from 9-4:30. The only complaint that we had was the need to purchase beach towels once we arrived in town or the need to bring them from home as they are not provided. It’s a relatively small complaint considering all the great things about the house, the neighborhood and our overall vacation experience. We would highly recommend this house to others and will definitely vacation here in the future. This was our favorite vacation to date.
Stayed: July 2018 Submitted: July 16, 2018
Owner response
Thanks for the kind words Craig. We do our best to ensure that guests have everything they need to relax and enjoy their vacation.
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