Beautiful home in the secluded privacy of Emerald Shores.

Peaceful seclusion in the middle of it all.
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Peaceful seclusion in the middle of it all.

About this rental

House (Sleeps 6)
1700 sq. ft.  ·   2 bedrooms   ·  2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps: 6
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Property Type: House
  • Minimum Stay: 7 nights
  • Living Area: 1700 sq. ft.

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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Amenities

  • Beds
  • 1 King Bed
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • 2 Sofa Beds
Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed linens provided
  • Communal pool
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Heated pool
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Kid friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Managed by owner
  • No pets allowed
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Patio or deck
  • Porch
  • Towels provided
  • Wireless internet
Appliances
  • Blender
  • Cable / satellite TV
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishes & utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and board
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor grill
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Toaster
  • Washer & Dryer
Nearby Activities
  • Aquarium
    (15 miles)
  • Basketball Court
    (onsite)
  • Beach
    (onsite)
  • Bicycling
    (onsite)
  • Boating
    (7 miles)
  • Bowling
    (8 miles)
  • Canoeing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Deep Sea Fishing
    (10 miles)
  • Fishing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Golf
    (1 mile)
  • Grocery Store
    (5 miles)
  • Gym/Fitness Center
    (5 miles)
  • Jet Skiing
    (10 miles)
  • Kayaking
    (< 1 mile)
  • Live Entertainment
    (5 miles)
  • Miniature Golf
    (10 miles)
  • Movie Theater
    (6 miles)
  • Ocean
    (onsite)
  • Parasailing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Park
    (5 miles)
  • Sailing
    (10 miles)
  • Scuba Diving
    (< 1 mile)
  • Shopping Area
    (5 miles)
  • Snorkeling
    (< 1 mile)
  • Surfing
    (< 1 mile)
  • Tennis
    (onsite)
  • Volleyball Court
    (< 1 mile)
  • Water Park
    (10 miles)
  • Water Skiing
    (10 miles)
  • Winery
    (3 miles)

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in 
Rate PeriodNightlyWeekend NightWeeklyMonthlyMin 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

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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

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Map

Nearest Airport: Valparaiso (VPS) - 20 miles
Nearest Bar: Kenny D's - 550 yards
Nearest Beach: Gulf of Mexico - 500 yards
Nearest Golf: Regatta Bay - 1 mile
Nearest Theme Park: Big Kahuna Waterpark - 8 miles
Nearest Restaurant: Kenny D's - 550 yards

Hosted by Christopher Diver

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.

Guestbook comments from the host:

We recently spent a week in Emerald Shores, staying at Gemstone. Very comfortable home with everything you need. Close to the beach. Really nice and comfortable community for much needed rest and relaxation. Can't wait to go back.


Sep 2016

This is a lovely home. It was well-equipped and beautifully decorated. Everything was spotless. It's a short distance to a private beach, in a gated community. We definitely recommend it, and hope to return in the future.


May 2016

My family has stayed at the Destin Gemstone several times over the last ten years and have only good things to say about it. It is located within 50 feet of the community pool and within a five minute walk to the beach. It has always been well- maintained, and we have always found it comfortable and clean. Last time we visited, there was new carpet. The owner has always been very responsive and helpful. We will continue to call this place our home away from home!


Dec 2014

Bryan - Central Florida

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:

How far is the beach from this house?

A:

The house is a five minute walk to the beach.

Q:

How far is the nearest community pool from this house?

A:

The larger, of two, community pools is located directly in front of the house (approx. 30 yards away).

Q:

Is the pool heated?

A:

Yes, the pool is heated seasonally.

Q:

Are there any nice gyms nearby?

A:

Yes, Gold's Gym is located at 12200 US Hwy 98 W, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 and opens at 5am.

Q:

What grocery stores are nearby?

A:

Publix, Whole Foods, Winn-Dixie, and Walmart are all within a 5-10 mile drive from the house.

Reviews

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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: Submitted: March 07, 2022

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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: Submitted: January 24, 2022

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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: 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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